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Whatley Cottage, Rural Retreat. Pet Friendly.

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Living area
Interior
Interior
Living area
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Dorset
  • Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Mapperton Gardens
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • West Bay Beach
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Yeovilton (YEO-Royal Naval Air Station Yeovilton)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Whatley Cottage, Rural Retreat. Pet Friendly.

Whatley Cottage is perfectly situated for a peaceful, rural holiday for couples. Nestled deep in the rolling Dorset countryside, enjoy the peace of the beautiful, rural position, while still being only a short walk from the bustling town centre of Beaminster. Just a 20 minute drive will take you to Bridport and West Bay, the heart of the Jurassic Coast World Heritage site.

Perfect for year round use with a large outdoor dining area and a log burner inside for the colder months. With almost zero amounts of light and sound pollution, Whatley is the perfect location for star gazing and listening to the wildlife.
The space
The main entrance to the cottage is by 4 steps and then through a double door and into the main kitchen and dining area of the cottage. The ground level of the cottage is traditional stone flooring with a rug in the living room and a log burner. There is also central heating throughout the cottage and heated towel rails in the bathroom. A carpeted staircase leads to the bathroom and bedroom on the first floor. The bed is a king size. Both the bathroom and bedroom have solid wood floors, with a large rug in the bedroom.
Guest access
Within easy walking distance of Beaminster town centre where you can hop on a bus into Bridport and then onto the wider Dorset area and just a 15 minute drive/from Crewkerne Railway station and 30 minutes from either Dorchester or Axminster stations.
Other things to note
The property is accessed through a gate and then down 4 wide steps with a hand rail into the cottage.

Property manager

Hayley

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Beaminster

Located in Beaminster, this cottage is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Chesil Beach and Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, while Broadwindsor Craft and Design Centre and Bridport Arts Centre are cultural highlights. Mapperton Gardens and East Lambrook Manor Gardens are also worth visiting. Power boating offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Dorset

What's nearby

  • Broadwindsor Craft and Design Centre - 7 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty - 9 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Mapperton Gardens - 10 min drive - 5.8 km
  • West Bay Beach - 23 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Lyme Regis Beach - 39 min drive - 28.4 km

Getting around

  • Crewkerne Station - 19 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Marquis of Lorne - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪The Pymore Inn - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Winyards Gap Inn - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Greyhound - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Ollerod - ‬20 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Whatley Cottage, Rural Retreat. Pet Friendly. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Whatley Cottage, Rural Retreat. Pet Friendly.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Whatley Cottage, Rural Retreat. Pet Friendly.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Whatley Cottage, Rural Retreat. Pet Friendly. located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Broadwindsor Craft and Design Centre and within 6 miles (10 km) of Mapperton Gardens and Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Mangerton Mill and Bridport Tourist Information Centre are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Angela r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I wish I had more than 5 stars!
this is a special holiday stay, beautiful, well-equipped and comfortable cottage. Nothing is too much bother for the owner and we were made very welcome.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTOPHER D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
The property was outstanding and we received a very warm welcome from our host. A beautiful place to stay in summer & I would imagine in winter. Highly recommend it to you.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Edwin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Whately Cottage
This cottage is absolutely perfect for couples wanting a break in Dorset. It is finished to a very high standard and met all our needs perfectly. I would have no hesitation in recommending this property and we shall certain return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous !!
The cottage is amazing. So well equipped, cosy and clean. The bathroom is beautiful. It’s in an ideal area to explore Dorset but equally we had a lovely cosy afternoon/evening when it was wet. Hayley has made the cottage the perfect romantic hideaway with all the essentials needed for a cosy break. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Russell H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely nothing could be improved upon!
This property was exceptional in every way. And I do mean EVERY way. From the simple check in procedure, to lovely friendly owners on site if needed, cleanliness, a very generous welcome basket, facilities, beautiful location, easy safe parking and an enclosed garden for our puppy, I honestly couldn't find a single fault.It's an easy and beautiful 15 minute walk to the centre of the village where there are 4 pubs, a couple of cafes, independent shops and 2 x convenience stores. The locals are extremely welcoming and the coast is a 20 minute drive away.Absolutely can't go wrong with this property and I am very sad to be writing this back home as we both really miss our stay there just a day after returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janette D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great weekend away
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Whatley Cottage, such a comfortable and cosy place, furnished and equipped to an extremely high standard. Hayley the owner was very helpful and welcoming. The cottage is ideally located for exploring the coast and countryside of West Dorset, and there are some lovely local walks and nice places to eat in Beaminster itself. Our two cats really liked the cottage too, and loved the packet of Dreamies that Hayley left for them. All in all, probably the nicest cottage we've ever stayed in. Only one complaint...our stay was too short!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

About the host

Hosted by Hayley

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Languages:

English