Kings House

- Minterne Parva, Dorset, England
Kings House, from the outside Kings House, from the outside - thumbnail photo
Kings House, from the outside

Key Cottage Information

price
£850 - £1495 weekly price range
bedrooms
Sleeps  2 to 4 people in 2 bedrooms 
bathrooms
1 bathroom(s)
short breaks
Short breaks offered (min. 2 days)
family-friendly
Family-Friendly: Cot, High Chair available.
pets welcome
Dog-friendly (2 dogs welcome)
Rating: Not assessed
Accessibility information: sorry this property has no disabled accessible features.
Number of units of accommodation: 1
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Bookings and Availability (last updated: 01.07.2026 )
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The Holiday Home: About Kings House

Charming 2 Bedroom Rural Retreat in Dorset National Landscape with Access to Outdoor Pool and Lawn Tennis Court on Minterne Estate

Set in the heart of Minterne Magna in Dorset, this charming 2 bedroom cottage sleeps 4 people, and welcomes up to 2 dogs by arrangement.  With character and charm, this is a beautiful place to stay for a relaxing rural retreat break.

Situated on the road opposite the historic Minterne Estate, Kings House enjoys a secluded setting, just a short walk from the estate’s many attractions.  Guests enjoy access to some of the Minterne Estate's excellent facilities, just a short distance away, including free entry to beautiful Minterne Gardens, and access to timed entry (from 4-6pm each day) to the heated outdoor swimming pool and lawn tennis court.  

Guests appreciate the mix of modern style with timeless country charm.

Two dogs welcome, the first dog is charged at £25 extra, the second is free.

 

Inside this 2 Bedroom Rural Retreat in the Dorset National Landscape

  •  Relax and unwind with your nearest and dearest in the lounge, around the warming open fire, soaking up the cosy ambience.  Watch one of your favourite films, relax with a book or just warm yourself by the fire after a country walk,
  • The second living area is ideal for family games nights and relaxed breakfasts.  This area features a dining table, comfy seating and TV,
  • The kitchen is well equipped for easy self-catering,
  • Upstairs is a bedroom with zip and link beds which can be arranged as either a twin or a super king-size room,
  • The second bedroom is made up as a super king-size bed (but can be configured as a twin – please request at the time of booking),
  • Also on the first floor is the family bathroom with  bath, separate shower cubicle, basin and WC.

 

Outside is a secure enclosed lawned garden, ideal for guests holidaying with children and pets.  Two well behaved dogs are welcome by arrangement. 

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Amenities

Special Features

Entertainment Features

TV TV

Leisure Facilities

Access to a swimming pool onsite Access to a swimming pool onsite
Tennis court Tennis court

Property Features

Kitchen & Dining

Microwave Microwave
Type of cooker Type of cooker: Electric cooker, Hob

Bedrooms(s)

First Floor:
Bedroom 1 Zip and link bed(s)  6ft across
Bedroom 2 Zip and link bed(s)  6ft across

Bathroom(s)

Bath Bath
Shower Shower

Other facilities

Heating

Open fire Open fire

Garden and Outdoors

Garden Garden: secure garden
Parking Parking
BBQ BBQ

Family-Friendly Features

Children welcome Children welcome
Cot Cot
High Chair High Chair
Stairgate Stairgate
Parents often appreciate having a secure enclosed garden and a woodburner and pool access available here, creating a very well-equipped base for families.

Pet-Friendly Facilities

Dogs welcome Dogs welcome - up to 2 dogs

Renting and Booking Information

Kings House  - Minterne Parva,
Accommodation Type: Family Cottages, rural accommodation.
Types of Bookings welcome:
Pet owners Pet owners
Families Family holidays
Outdoor enthusiasts Outdoor enthusiasts
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Types of Breaks available: Short breaks, Weekend break, Summer breaks, Easter breaks, Spring breaks, All year round.
Insurance: We recommend that you take out appropriate holiday insurance when/after booking.

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Setting and Local Information

Setting:
Rural Countryside

Local Attractions near Minterne Parva

Top Tourist Attractions for Day Trips: Chesil Beach, Weymouth Beach, Weymouth SEA LIFE Adventure Park

Popular towns to visit near Minterne Parva:
Sherborne: 9 miles away,
Dorchester: 10 miles away,
Milton Abbas: 11 miles away,
Beaminster: 14 miles away,
Weymouth: 16 miles away

Activities & Experiences On Offer Nearby: country pursuits, cycling, nature walks, walking

National Parks and National Landscapes: Dorset

Local Festivals and Events in Dorset:
  • July - Bestival, Lyme Regis Lifeboat Week, The Dorset Seafood Festival
  • August - Bournemouth Air Festival, The Dorset Food & Arts Festival, Gillingham and Shaftesbury Show Comedy Stage, Purbeck Valley Folk Festival
  • September - End of the Road Festival, The Bournemouth Folk Festival, The Dorset County Show, Weymouth Seaside Festival

Property Location

Nearest Town/City: Dorchester, Dorset, 10 miles away

Minterne Parva

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