Toll Lodge
- 4 guests
- 2 beds
- 1 bathroom
- Pet Friendly
Description
Toll Lodge is a charming two-bedroom ground floor annex set in the lovely village of Frampton in Dorset and the owners live close-by. Welcoming open plan living area with kitchen and dining room will make you feel cosy in this beautiful country cottage. Relax by the wood burner and sit together in the evening. The property is surrounded by wonderful rolling hills with many paths and bridleways for walker’s pleasure. Even though Toll Lodge is situated on the main road, it’s a quiet village.
The property will suit to cyclists as there’s a cycle path from Dorchester to Maiden Newton that runs through the park from Grimstone to Southover to Frome Vauchurch.
Around four miles from the property you will find a county town of Dorchester with few museums, array of shops, restaurants and farmers markets. The traditional high street is peppered with popular shops that are complimented by lanes with charming boutiques and antiques.
Seaside town of Weymouth is a short drive away too that would make a great day out. You can bask in the sun all day or browse through the town centre shops and look for souvenirs to bring to your loved ones. West Bay is 9-mile drive away with sand cliffs and lovely walks either along the sea on the beach or along the clifftops. 30-minute drive East will take you to famous Dudle Door and Lulworth Cove with beautiful Purbecks and Corfe Castle further.
Whatever the season, Toll Lodge is a wonderful getaway for small family or couples.
Your dates
Everything you'll need
- Wifi
- Garden / Patio
- Ground Floor Bedroom
- Open Fire
- Off Road Parking
- Wifi
- Garden / Patio
- Ground Floor Bedroom
- Open Fire
- Off Road Parking
- Pet Friendly
- Near Pub / Shop
- Smoke Free
- Washing Machine
What guests are saying
Toll Lodge is a lovely cottage with excellent amenities.
The accuracy is extremely accurate and the communication with John the owner was great. I added additional requests and he replied promptly and was very accommodating and pleasant. The lodge is a great place to access Dorset from and I would highly recommend
Overall we had a pleasant stay at Toll Lodge.
The property was fairly clean and comfortable, and although some areas felt a little dated, it didn’t negatively impact our stay. There are a few things that I think could be improved or described more clearly for future guests. The bathroom extractor fan struggled to clear the moisture after showers, which resulted in condensation building up in the small bathroom and some black marks visible on the ceiling. Updating the fan would make a big difference. One of the main issues for us was the internet. The property listing stated that WiFi was available, however it was not working during our stay. The owners were already aware of this as advised in the welcome pack and suggested purchasing a prepaid dongle instead, which unfortunately meant an unexpected additional expense while on holiday. As the smart TV also relied on the internet, this feature was unusable too. It’s also worth bearing in mind that some guests may need internet access for work while away, as I had planned to do, and this unfortunately resulted in lost working days for me. I would recommend either resolving the issue or temporarily removing WiFi from the listed amenities until it is reliable again. It may also help to clarify the description of the garden area, as it is accessed via steps and is more of an elevated balcony-style outdoor space rather than a directly accessible garden. Aside from these points, we still had an enjoyable stay and appreciated the accommodation overall
Has to be the best self catering dog friendly cottage that we have ever stayed in.
Spotlessly clean . Well equipped. Great location for exploring Dorset and surrounding areas.
Good to know
House Rules
Smoking
Not permitted
Property notes
Note: The owner advises that Toll Lodge is not suitable for children under 5 years old due to the steep stone steps in the garden.
Note: WiFi - Please note due to the rural location of this property the WiFi continuity cannot be guaranteed.
Note: one basket of logs provided autumn/winter.
Note: Steps leading up to enclosed rear garden
Stay Information
Check-in / Check-out
17:00 / 10:00
Property ref
994729
Parking
Off Road Parking
Guest & Pet Policy
Pets
Allowed
Children
Children and infants welcome
Accessibility
Ground floor