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Churn House, Dewlish

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Rating
4.8
out of 5
Sleeps up to 8
Pets 1
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 2

Churn House is a substantial holiday lodge in Dorset, perfect for larger groups seeking a countryside retreat. This spacious property accommodates multiple families with excellent group facilities and generous living spaces that bring everyone together.

The lodge sits in peaceful Dorset countryside, surrounded by rolling hills and traditional English farmland. This tranquil setting provides the perfect backdrop for group gatherings away from busy city life.

The accommodation features multiple bedrooms sleeping up to 12 guests across well-appointed rooms. The property includes several bathrooms, a large kitchen for group meal preparation and spacious communal areas where everyone can relax together.

 

About Churn House

Churn House is a substantial holiday lodge in Dorset, perfect for larger groups seeking a countryside retreat. This spacious property accommodates multiple families with excellent group facilities and generous living spaces that bring everyone together.

The lodge sits in peaceful Dorset countryside, surrounded by rolling hills and traditional English farmland. This tranquil setting provides the perfect backdrop for group gatherings away from busy city life.

The accommodation features multiple bedrooms sleeping up to 12 guests across well-appointed rooms. The property includes several bathrooms, a large kitchen for group meal preparation and spacious communal areas where everyone can relax together. The open-plan living spaces are ideal for socialising.

Groups can explore Dorchester (8 miles, 15 minutes), visit historic Maiden Castle (6 miles, 12 minutes), enjoy Weymouth Beach (12 miles, 20 minutes), or discover the Cerne Abbas Giant (4 miles, 8 minutes). These attractions offer something for all ages and interests.

Churn House combines peaceful rural location with excellent group amenities, making it ideal for family reunions, friend gatherings, or celebration weekends. Book for an unforgettable group holiday experience.

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What Guests Love

What do previous guests think about their group stay at Churn House

Spacious Group Living Areas

Large communal spaces perfect for bringing families and friends together for meals and relaxation.

Peaceful Countryside Setting

Beautiful rural Dorset location offering tranquil surroundings away from busy town centres and traffic.

Multiple Bedrooms for Groups

Well-appointed bedrooms sleeping up to 12 guests with comfortable arrangements for larger parties.

Excellent Kitchen Facilities

Fully equipped kitchen with ample space for preparing group meals and family gatherings.

Easy Access to Attractions

Convenient location with quick access to Dorchester, Weymouth and other popular Dorset destinations.

Off-Road Parking Available

Dedicated parking spaces ensuring all group members can park safely and conveniently on-site.

Getting To Churn House

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach Churn House by car, follow the A35 through Dorset and turn off towards the village. The lodge is easily accessible with clear signage and you'll have convenient off-road parking for multiple cars upon arrival.

By Train

For those travelling by rail, the nearest station is Dorchester South, just a short taxi ride away from the accommodation. From there, it's a scenic journey through the Dorset countryside to your group retreat.

Off-road parking for multiple cars
Dorchester South station (8 miles)
Easily accessible from the A35

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Stuff for larger groups and families to try!

Maiden Castle
Distance: 6 miles
DT1 3QZ
Dorchester Museum
Distance: 8 miles
DT1 1XA
Weymouth Beach
Distance: 12 miles
DT4 7SL
Hardy's Cottage Trail
Distance: 5 miles
DT2 8QJ
Cerne Abbas Giant Walk
Distance: 4 miles
DT2 7JQ
Dorset Ridgeway
Distance: 3 miles
DT2 7LR
Dorchester Town Centre
Distance: 8 miles
DT1 1BE
Tesco Superstore
Distance: 8 miles
DT1 2RH
Poundbury Village
Distance: 9 miles
DT1 3GA
Dorchester South Station
Distance: 8 miles
DT1 1QU
Local Bus Stop
Distance: 1 mile
DT2 7LR
Taxi Services
Distance: Available
DT2 7LR
Maiden Castle
Distance: 6 miles
DT1 3QZ
Dorchester Museum
Distance: 8 miles
DT1 1XA
Weymouth Beach
Distance: 12 miles
DT4 7SL
Hardy's Cottage Trail
Distance: 5 miles
DT2 8QJ
Cerne Abbas Giant Walk
Distance: 4 miles
DT2 7JQ
Dorset Ridgeway
Distance: 3 miles
DT2 7LR
Dorchester Town Centre
Distance: 8 miles
DT1 1BE
Tesco Superstore
Distance: 8 miles
DT1 2RH
Poundbury Village
Distance: 9 miles
DT1 3GA
Dorchester South Station
Distance: 8 miles
DT1 1QU
Local Bus Stop
Distance: 1 mile
DT2 7LR
Taxi Services
Distance: Available
DT2 7LR

Is Churn House Right For Your Group

Discover why this cottage is the one for your party or family reunion...

For Families
The property offers excellent facilities for children with spacious grounds for outdoor play and safe surroundings. Multiple bedrooms accommodate families with children of different ages comfortably. The large kitchen allows for easy meal preparation for young guests, while the communal areas provide space for indoor activities during poor weather.
Groups Will Love...
The spacious open-plan living areas are the property's standout group feature, providing ample space for up to 12 guests to gather comfortably. The large kitchen connects seamlessly with dining and lounge areas, creating perfect social spaces for group meals, games and evening entertainment together.
Pet Friendly
Pet policies for Churn House should be confirmed directly with the property at the time of booking. Many group properties in this area welcome well-behaved pets, but specific arrangements, restrictions and any additional fees need to be discussed in advance to ensure your pets are accommodated properly.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Churn House

The Royal Oak

Located 2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: DT2 7JQ

The Red Lion

Located 3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: DT2 8QJ

Dorchester Tea Rooms

Located 8 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: DT1 1XA

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Churn House

Is Churn House pet friendly?
Pet policies vary and specific arrangements should be confirmed at booking. Contact the property directly to discuss bringing your pets along.
How many people can stay at Churn House?
The property accommodates up to 12 guests across multiple well-appointed bedrooms. This makes it perfect for larger family groups or friend gatherings.
What kitchen facilities are available for groups?
The property features a fully equipped kitchen with ample space for group meal preparation. All essential appliances and cooking equipment are provided for your stay.
Is there parking available for multiple cars?
Yes, the property provides off-road parking spaces for group bookings. This ensures all guests can park safely and conveniently during their stay.
What attractions are nearby for groups?
Dorchester is 8 miles away with historic sites and shopping. Weymouth Beach offers seaside activities 12 miles from the property.
Are there shops nearby for group supplies?
Local shops and supermarkets are available in nearby towns for groceries and essentials. Dorchester offers the best selection for larger group shopping needs.
What are the check-in arrangements?
Standard check-in procedures apply with key collection details provided before arrival. Specific arrangements for larger groups can be discussed when booking.
Is the property suitable for celebrations?
The spacious layout and group facilities make it ideal for celebrations and gatherings. Please discuss any special requirements when making your booking.

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Churn House Reviews

A great find! A fantastic place to stay with the family idyllic location yet close enough to lots of activities to keep everyone happy. The heated pool and games room entertained us for hours. Vicky and her family were perfect hosts very welcoming and always on hand to answer any queries we had.
This is our 9th year of staying at Churn House and the neighbouring Manor Farm Barn for our annual craft weekend, and the 15 of us had a wonderful time. The owner was quick to address the minor issues we had we needed more chairs in the games room, and a couple of the rooms were lacking coat hangers. Despite the wet weather we managed some short walks in the village and enjoyed a couple of meals at the local pub.
Churn House which is part of Manor Farm was warm and comfortable, lovely comfy beds and lounge. The kitchen was supplied with all the appliances and utensils that we required for a family of seven, we all enjoyed the games room. Our aim was to relax and this is exactly what we were able to do. The village was pretty and we had some nice walks and a nice welcome at the local pub where we enjoyed great food, drink and company
We had a great stay at Churn House. Lovely cottage with space for all but a cosy feel as well. Games room is a wonderful addition with lots of options and a full size snooker table. Lovely to see the farmyard animals.
Rachael
Beautiful cottage and location, the owner friendly and accommodating. Very well equipped cottage. Great games room and swimming pool, these definitely made how stay more enjoyable.
Graeme
We've stayed in lots of rental cottages, and this one get high marks. Spacious, characterful, quiet, private. We enjoyed the games room with fullsized snooker table, pool and table tennis. Plus the heated pool. There are many interesting places to visit with an hour's drive.
Jeannette
This cottage gave every thing we needed. We loved the how the bedrooms were great layout and the beds were the best we have compared with the other cottages we have too. The owner was on site and it was a pleasure meeting her. My husband used the swimming pool and he loved it the pool was warmer than outside . We loved it that we have booked it for the 2026 . Jeannette Jenkins
Absolutely loved our stay here, lovely welcome from Vicky upon arrival, House has loads of rustic charm , really well laid out so everyone was not in each others pockets, fields behind churn house were within a 2 minute walk, so great for walking the dogs. Pub also a 2 minute walk along the quiet road, had a meal here,and food was great sold Thatchers cider, so a bonus nice little beer garden and dogs very welcome. Games room at Churn house was great too a good choice pool, snooker, air hockey, table tennis etc .Pool area clean and tidy was warm when we got in, beds very comfortable even hairdryers in each room, facilities in kitchen were great, as we needed for nothing in the way of pots pans utensils etc. even an air fryer, gated area outside for dog and lovely seated area ,was lovely to walk around farm and see the animals. Nick and Karen
The accommodation was perfect for us as a family of 8. First time weve been able to sit and enjoy meals together when on holiday! It was spotlessly clean and very comfortable. The added touch of fresh flowers, biscuits and chocolates when we arrived gave a very warm welcome! The pool and games room were shared with our neighbours but accessed by all on a daily basis. Very happy holiday had by all!!!
Thomas
Had a wonderful week with family 3 generations at Churn House house was extremely comfortable, equipped with everything you could need or want. Plenty of space and comfort. Excellent welcome. Playback even better than expected and swimming pool wonderful and also heated a great place to holiday whatever your age, also a good base for touring the area. Peace and quiet, with chickens, donkeys and goat on site, very friendly. Owners friendly and available .but not intrusive.
Brilliant house for family and friends to get together. Comfortable. The Flies in kitchen were a bit of an issue, but a bug zapper is installed. The pool and games room were a big hit. Friendly pub a stones throw away. Definitely recommend
Churn house was a beautiful location, warm & welcoming. Vicky checked in via telephone on arrival and answered any questions throughout duration of stay. Couldn't have been more accommodating. Comfortable beds fit for a king! The kitchen well equipped and our children loved the games room. Being just of the farm Court yard we woke to an idealic setting & said hello to donkeys, sheep and Cockerell each day. A darling buds of May setting ! Thank you for precious time at Churn House
Churn House is a fantastic location to escape from city life. Dog friendly so walk out the door into the countyside. A working farm with friendly donkeys and an brilliant games room to amuse the children. There is a fantastic dog and children friendly pub The Oak 5 mins walk away with large tasty portions. Everyone in the village very friendly hopefully we will return for our third visit New Year 2025 as NO fireworks
We stayed at the very charming Churn House over Christmas lovely olde worlde feel & lots of character, lovely touch waiting when we arrived a beautiful real Christmas Tree & in kitchen bottle Fizz & box of assorted biscuits. Beds were super comfortable slept very well, house was immaculate & well equipped with everything we needed. ur dogs loved the surrounding area for walkies. We loved our stay, would highly recommend. The host Vicky was so lovely
Unbelievable place to stay. Lovely character about the place, games room is incredible. Will try and return in summer to use the pool!
Annette
A brilliant holiday facility and location. The warm pool was enjoyed by the 3 generations, particularly lucky to have a dry mostly sunny week. Delighted to have a large utility room to dry towels and have extra storage. I was concerned the kitchen might be dark but with 2 skylights it was a lovely light room. The children particularly enjoyed watching tractors, horses and the children waiting for the school bus from the kitchen window! We loved the free roaming chickens in the car parking area and stroking the friendly donkeys and horse. We were delighted to find a full size snooker table which our 12 year old loved. The air hockey was also an unexpected bonus. Communication with Vicky was excellent.
What a lovely place to stay. Accommodation had everything we wanted. The pool and the games room were a big hit too. Superb tranquil location too. We had a wonderful holiday and would highly recommend.
We had the most wonderful week. Plenty to do on wet days with the games room. Pool was used every single day as was a beautiful temperature, great way to start the day. A few very minor issues but were sorted speedily and without question. Lovely place to stay and will definitely recommend. Thank you.
Angela
Wonderful cottage in a stunning location. We had everything we needed for a family holiday.Lots to see and do locally and our host was helpful and welcoming Having a heated pool was amazing three generations enjoyed that!Would highly recommend Churn House the best holiday cottage we have stayed in.
Really nice place to stay. Less than half hour to all the attractions. Swimming pool and games room we're great. Good value for money and great communication with the owner. Recommended. The only downside was that the place is looking a little tired and in need of a makeover soon. However we had a great time. Thanks
Yvonne
Nice cottage set in the countryside. Local pub. Half hour drive to Weymouth Beach. The plus side having a heated pool and games room. Our granddaughter really enjoyed the pool. Comfy beds and all modern facilities. We were lucky with the weather. The only downside was the furniture in the lounge sofa and chairs could do with an upgrade.Some of us found it difficult to get up from them as seats worn and low down.
Richard
Thouroughly enjoy this place
Alison
Had a very enjoyable five days with friends heated pool a lovely bonus the ... Had a very enjoyable five days with friends heated pool a lovely bonus the cottage was lovely and very well equipped the only thing I would say is the carpets need a deep clean and the sofa in the living room either needs replacing or again a deep clean but overall a lovely place to stay and relax the pub is literally in eyeshot of the cottage and the food was amazing
Joanna
Churn House suited us perfectly and we were very relaxed and comfortable. Ideal centre for us and our friends and dogs to be walking The Jubilee Trail through beautiful, very rural countryside. In a totally perfect world it would've been nice to have had a cafetiere for our coffee.
Anthony
We loved our time at Churn House. The games room was a great place as the weather was not on our sidethe house was lovely and warmbeds were very cosy and comfortable as was everything else about the house.3 generations snuggled down and completely relaxedthank you all..p.s.our granddaughter even enjoyed a birthday swim.. much to her delight.
Michael
An excellent property for our familys once in five years get together. Plenty of space for eight, plus one dog. Very comfortable beds and set in glorious countryside.
Louise
We stayed at the property over Christmas. Lovely Christmas tree to welcome us, everything we needed in the property. Great games room. Do not think pictures do it justice. Would highly recommend it & also fantastic local pub a couple of minutes down the lane.
Sheridan
Comfortable beds. Well equipped kitchen. Pool and games room exceeded expectations. Local pub very close and served good food.
We had the best week at Churn House. It was so well equipped, it had everything we needed and more. Location was beautiful, the pool was heated to a lovely temp and kept the kids entertained all week, it was clean and had a lovely shallow end for smaller children. Our first time in Dorset and location wise it was perfectly situated to get to all the main attractions. Thank you for being wonderful hosts!
Christine
Lovely property. Excellent swimming pool. Attentive and professional hosts. Mrs Booth came round immediately to fix a problem with the pool temperature. Great pub in the village, and a couple of nice walks from the house,. Dogs and children thoroughly enjoyed the whole thing. Only small negative is the access roads to the village are all very narrow, so a lot of patience and courtesy were needed to negotiate trips out. On the whole, the best cottage we've ever had as a big family group.
Thomas
Great property and facilities. Set in a beautiful village with a fab local pub. We loved the games room, pool, very fresh and delicious eggs thanks ladies!
Fantastic property and stay, definitely recommend for both families or groups of friends. I will be returning!
Loved the location. Really close to a local pub Oak of Delwish, which is a family run pub so friendly and dog friendly. Anything we needed form the accommodation was dealt with very quickly. I would definitely return. We were sad to leave and would consider coming for longer next time
Churn house is very homely and clean. Vicky was very helpful with any questions. We met the beautiful donkeys which made our little 1 year old very happy. The games room was absolutely brilliant fun. we did not expect a full size snooker table. Definitely will be on our list for a return visit.
Cheryl
Having coincided our stay with the coldest weather for quite a few years I was concerned about whether the cottage would be cold. After contact with the owner Vicky I was assured it would be lovely and warm, and indeed it was. Every contact I had with Vicky was very promptly responded to and extremely helpful. Dewlish is a lovely peaceful area and well placed for access to the coast and countryside. Churn House is part of a working farm and all around is farming area so there are a lot of tractors moving around especially the treat of seeing the Christmas decorated, lit up and horn sounding tractor parade coming past the kitchen window. My bed was very comfortable and with all bedrooms facing the mini garden and shared pool one didn't get disturbed by any traffic driving past.Being a family of tall people we did find the shower cubicles rather tiny but bathrooms were impeccably clean. We had an issue with the dishwasher not working and Vicky was amazing in trying it herself and then getting it replaced immediately by a spare one they had and so apologetic. The only place a dishwasher is moved about by JCB I'm sure which tickled us. There was another problem with the microwave which couldn't be sorted out and more sincere apologies we could cope without so it didn't matter. We all loved Churn House and the area and the Booth family. The pub The Oak at Dewlish is a must ony 150 yards from the property, very friendly and very good pub food. Thank you Vicky, Josh and family.
Hi, We had a lovely family week, with everything we needed provided. The facilities were what were stated and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Great rural location, to get away from it all and focus on relaxing and easy access to the rest of Dorset too! Thanks to Vicky for being a great host and even showing us the amazing Dairy Farm.. an unforgettable experience! The Jones Family
Jennie
We really enjoyed our holiday to Churn House. The house itself was lovely and plenty big enough for us all 8adults, 2 babies & 2 Dogs. We loved the games room and the heated pool and as we visited in October it was a nice surprise that the pool was still warm enough to use. We were there for the last week the pool is heatedused and we noticed the pool cleaner still visited. There were a few animals which we enjoyed visiting in a morning with our little one who absolutely loved the Donkeys. The ownersstaff that we met were all very friendly and happy to help. There were a couple of boxes of biscuits waiting for us when we arrived with some tea, coffee and milk which went down perfect while we waited for our food shop to arrive. The WiFi worked perfectly. The location of the house was also brilliant. It is located in a quiet village so it was very peaceful but it was only a 50minute drive to Bournemouth and about 40 minutes to Weymouth. The local convenience store was a 10minute drive away and the local town was about 20minutes away so we had plenty to do. We would definitely recommend visiting. Thank you for a lovely holiday.
Lovely spacious comfortable cottage very quiet in the middle of beautiful countryside half an hour drive from most tourist areas. Great for a baby and a dog fully equipped with the added bonus of a heated swimming pool which we used during the first week of October!! Would definitely come again
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