Guests say
Guests consistently praise Raleighs for its historical charm, cosy atmosphere, and prime location in the friendly village of Cerne Abbas. The property's cleanliness and well-equipped facilities are often highlighted, alongside the thoughtful touches such as welcome hampers. The beautiful garden and local amenities, including pubs and shops, contribute to a delightful stay, despite occasional maintenance issues.
Reviews frequently commend the cleanliness of the cottage, with guests being very impressed by the standard maintained. Only one review mentioned a damp smell, which seems to be an isolated incident, not affecting the high overall score.
The location is highly praised for its quietness, historical significance, and proximity to local pubs, shops, and beaches. The village of Cerne Abbas is repeatedly mentioned as a special place, contributing to an excellent score.
The comfort of the cottage is well-regarded, with mentions of comfortable beds and a homely feel. However, some guests noted challenges with the stairs and dampness in the lounge, slightly lowering the score.
Facilities are generally praised, especially the well-equipped kitchen and garden furniture. However, there are comments about maintenance issues such as the shower drainage and a non-functional extractor fan, which suggest room for improvement.
Guests frequently express gratitude for the thoughtful welcome hampers and the cottage's array of amenities. It is important to note that while such gifts are appreciated, they are a gracious gesture and not guaranteed with every stay.
About this property
A charming character cottage set in the historic village of Cerne Abbas close to the county town of Dorchester - the perfect place to make your escape to!
Raleighs is a beautiful cottage located in the heart of Cerne Abbas, close to Dorchester – the county town – and nestled in the Dorset Countryside. A fabulous spot if you love walking, exploring and are looking for a relaxing break.
Cerne Abbas is a pretty village with the benefit of 3 village pubs, shop and a tea room. Within a short walk you can explore the remains of the Benedictine Abbey, visit the Cerne Abbas Giant and pop to the local brewery. Not far by car and you can find yourselves at the beach at Weymouth – either walking the golden sands or taking to the waves on a paddbleboard or take a windsurfing lesson!
Raleighs is a quaint, cosy and welcoming home . The cottage is decorated and furnished to reflect the age of the property and provides space to spend time together or find a nook to sit and relax in whilst taking a moment for yourself. With a country kitchen to dine in, a living room with log burner to sit in front of and a quiet TV space on the 1st floor there is a spot for everyone. The bedrooms are all well furnished and the property has the benefit of a ground floor shower room and 1st floor family bathroom. The garden is sheltered and private and makes a sociable space for breakfast or dinner – the pizza oven is a nice addition!
Size: Sleeps 6 in 3 bedrooms
Beds: Super King size bed, King bed, double bed. Please request if you would like to convert one double to a twin.
Rooms: Kitchen/Diner, Large Living space, downstairs shower room, landing TV space, 1 kingsize bedroom, 2 double bedrooms, family bathroom
Kitchen/Utilities: Electric Aga, microwave, hob, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, coffee machine, kettle, toaster.
Entertainment: 2 TVs, CD player
Family Friendly: Cot and highchair provided
Parking: Off road parking for 1-2 small/medium size cars to the side of the property. Ample free on street parking outside.
General: WiFi, please bring your own beach towels
Pets: 2 small dogs allowed.
A non-smoking property.
You may need to pay an Accidental Damage Deposit or Accidental Damage Deposit Waiver for this property. Where applicable we will contact you in good time before your holiday with further details and to take payment.
Reviews (41)
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Mr Winnett
It was a very warm cosy cottage with lovely comfortable beds and we had a pleasant stay. We had our last holiday in Purbeck which had much of interest. Sadly nothing much seems to have happened at Cerne, so it was a journey to the south most days.
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Mr Bosbach
Raleigh's is a charming 16th century half-timbered house with a very tasteful interior with lots of old furniture and decorative items. The kitchen and lounge are very spacious, as are the bedrooms. The kitchen is well equipped with lots of cooking utensils, crockery and glasses. There is a modern hob next to the Aga. The kitchen opens onto the small courtyard, which is beautifully planted and sheltered from view. You can feel that Raleigh's is also used by the owners themselves, many photographs show the family's life. The hot water supply works very well, although a hand shower would be desirable in one of the two bathrooms. Raleigh's is located in a picture-perfect village of Cerne Abbas with three pubs, a church and an excellent village shop, which is small but has pretty much everything, including many local products. We would highly recommend the house to all holidaymakers who appreciate a combination of old-fashioned charm and modern amenities.
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Mrs Hicks
We felt so at home at the cottage, the exterior and interior are beautiful. The cottage is full of such interesting objects and is really well equipped, with easy instructions to follow in the book left for guests. The location is gorgeous and, during our stay, very peaceful, but it is so easy to reach places to explore. Sitting by the fire in the evening was a real treat and the house and it's history are wonderful to enjoy.