The Gate House

Wimborne, Dorset
Self-catering
+44 (0)1202 849314
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Per night
£394 - £1617
Per week
£2760 - £5820
Bedroom

7 bedrooms

Sleeps

Sleeps 16

Children welcome
Pets welcome
Babies welcome

A short stroll from the centre of historic Wimborne, a big Georgian house with beautiful interiors, original features and a lovely garden

Per night
£394 - £1617
Per week
£2760 - £5820

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£394 - £1617 per night

£2760 - £5820 per week

The Experience

On the edge of historic Wimborne, a beautifully renovated Georgian house with bags of space for families or groups of friends. Charming owners Ali and William live further down the lane at Deans Court and the front windows frame views of the iron gates and mature trees of their estate. Step through an arched doorway into a spacious architectural gem. High ceilings, cosy nooks, sash windows and a wonderful turned staircase rub shoulders with Ali’s flair for interior design. Vibrant kilims brighten white wooden floors, while patterned French linen blinds team well with walls painted in delicate shades. The seven peaceful bedrooms are filled with antiques and overlook the lawned garden or the estate; traditional bathrooms are stocked with fluffy white towels and Bramley products. Stroll to the farmers’ market for local produce and enjoy candlelit feasts in the theatrical, red dining room. There’s an entertainment room with all the screen fun you could want: TV, Netflix, Apple movies to rent, Xbox… And a hot tub for five just outside. The ancient Minster is a short walk and little ones will love the dinky ‘Model Village’.

Essentials

  • EV charger
  • Self check-in
  • Swimming pool
  • Hot tub
  • Garden
  • Open fire / woodburner
  • Breakfast included
  • Breakfast available
  • Meals available
  • Vegetarian meals
  • Oven
  • Parking on premises
  • Free parking nearby
  • Accessible by public transport
  • WiFi
  • Television
  • Central heating
  • Limited mobility
  • Wheelchair access
  • Mobile reception
  • Hob
  • Barbecue
  • Paid parking nearby
  • Air conditioning
  • Relaxation areas
  • Washing machine
  • Tennis court
  • Microwave oven
  • No smoking
  • Credit cards
  • Working farm
  • Owner has pets
  • Electricity included
  • Dishwasher
  • Pets welcome

Family friendly

  • Baby monitor
  • Books and toys
  • Children welcome
  • Babies welcome
  • Stair gates
  • High chair
  • Fire guard
  • Cot available

Nearby

  • Pub/bar within 3 miles
  • Restaurant within 3 miles
  • Shop within 3 miles

Activities

  • Bikes available
  • Food courses
  • Kayaking
  • Other courses
  • Sailing
  • Surfing
  • Wild swimming

Pricing

Nightly price
from £394
Weekly price
from £2760
Damage deposit
£0
1 House for 16
From £3947 bedrooms

Information

Special offer: Spring will soon be here, and Dorset will be bursting into bloom! To celebrate, we’re offering 25% off the normal price for April stays at Apple Cottage, Plum Cottage, and The Gatehouse.

Booking information

Check in
From 4.30pm
Check out
10.30am
Other details
Minimum stay: 4 nights on weekdays. 3 nights at weekends. Short breaks available. Pets by arrangement.
Closed
Never.
No smoking
Smoking not permitted anywhere in the property.
Owner has pets
Animals living on the property

Reviews

Debra, Broadstone

This beautiful house embraces you the moment you walk through the door . Everything is there for the perfect stay, character and charm oozes from every room. Comfortable lounge with wood burner , spacious dining room , plenty of space to seat us all for Christmas dinner. Wonderfully equipped kitchen, obviously stocked by an experienced foodie. Add the media room , the table football was a big hit with every generation, as was the hot tub. All in all you have the perfect home away from home. Jonathan and his staff were wonderful, very attentive ....


Abi, London

Another wonderful stay at the Gate House. We first stayed here when we got married at Deans Court so it was the perfect place for us to return to for a family event. From the thoughtful welcome note to the extra touches to make us as comfortable as possible, we truly had the best time here and only wish we could have stayed longer!


Corinne, Barton-on-Sea

A perfect property for big family get-togethers. The media room and hot tub were a particular hit with the younger generation, and we all enjoyed the easy stroll into Wimborne town. It felt such a privilege to spend time in such a beautiful historic house. ..... Precious memories were made. A warm, comfortable, beautiful property in a perfect location, and we really appreciated the Christmas tree in the hallway, the wreath on that stunning curved front door, and the generous welcome pack.


Jane, Weymouth

As a group of friends we have stayed in several large houses over 20 years. The Gate House was definately up there as one of the best! Wonderfully comfortable and warm, with so much space for different activities. We also generally stay in the middle of nowhere, but having lovely Wimborne on our doorstep gave us more choice.


Wendy, Wokingham

13 of us who have been friends for over 50 years were staying in The Gate House which was perfect for everyone. Walking distance to the town. Facilities in the house were great for us and as we were recommended we will recommend also.


Location

The neighbourhood

Local points of interest from Jonathan Cornish

  • Situated at the entrance to Deans Court, a small privately owned estate in East Dorset. An easy walk from historic Wimborne, with a great selection of restaurants & shops, including an excellent Waitrose, & farmers market once a month.
  • Visit the Deans Court Cafe, enjoy salads, soups, homemade quiches, cakes etc. Open everyday except Sunday. Also pop into our vintage shop situated in a converted squash court adjacent to the cafe.
  • We can arrange for all levels of catering, perfect if you are holding a family event or birthday party. Please get incontact for more info.
  • The beautiful beaches at Sandbanks, Studland and Bournemouth are nearby and the famous Jurassic Coast can be reached via the Sandbanks ferry, 30 mins drive. This part of Dorset offers a huge range of holiday fun & beautiful places to explore.