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Characterful 18th century cottage in Bridport close to the Jurassic Coast.

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Reviews
10

Exceptional

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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  • Barbecue grill
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  • Dryer
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Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

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Bridport, England
  • Popular LocationWest Bay Harbour4 min drive
  • Popular LocationWest Bay Beach8 min drive
  • Popular LocationEype Beach12 min drive
  • AirportBournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)73 min drive

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Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Characterful 18th century cottage in Bridport close to the Jurassic Coast.

The cottage is hidden away down a quiet lane in a peaceful location in the heart of the thriving market town of Bridport. The location is close to all amenities, shops, eateries, pubs, art deco Electric Palace and Bridport Arts Centre. Bucky Doo Square is a couple of minutes walk from the cottage, where musicians perform, as people visit the street markets on Wednesdays and Saturdays, selling everything from bric-a-brac to street food.

Recently refurbished the stone cottage is light, cosy and comfortable. After coming through the front door you enter a porch for coats and shoes and containing a cabinet with cottage and tourist information and games for the use of guests.

The living room/diner contains a wood burner, comfortable seating and a range of equipment you might expect. French doors lead to a sheltered stone walled courtyard which can accommodate one car and has a rear wrought iron gate for vehicular access. A table and chairs are situated in the courtyard for al fresco dining.

A small but well equipped kitchen leads off from the living room.

On the first floor of this 3 storey cottage there is a bathroom with a bath and shower. There is a step down into the bathroom. The large Master bedroom has a standard feature double bed. The second bedroom on this level has adult sized wooden bunk beds.

On the second floor there is a beamed, attic bedroom containing a standard double bed. Far reaching views across nearby hills and the towns characterful rooftops can be had on the east and north side of this room. There is a low point on the stairs leading up to the attic bedroom.

The property has full central heating throughout if required.

There is always a lot happening in Bridport at any one time. As well as the twice weekly markets there is a monthly farmers' market, a monthly vintage market and a regular artisan market held in the arts centre. Bridport has a free museum which has a significant section informing you of the town's rope making industry and history. There are many festivals throughout the year including themes such as literary, film, rope, food/drink and the unique hat festival.

The beaches and harbour at West Bay ( of "Broadchurch" fame) is approximately 1.5 miles from the cottage. Either a few minutes drive or a lovely (45 minutes approx) walk through the town orchard and along the river Brit. In general the cottage is a good base for walkers and cyclists. Many varied day routes and destinations are possible along the coast or through beautiful countryside. You could easily spend a week or two and not use a car if you wanted to.

The surrounding area is largely unspoilt with several areas owned by the National Trust. The coast has World Heritage status and many literary connections including Thomas Hardy. Lyme Regis, Charmouth, Abbotsbury, Dorchester and Weymouth are all within easy reach. Activities including fossil hunting, fishing, sailing and golf are all possible. There are many places of interest to visit including a swannery, children's farms and beautiful sub tropical gardens open to the public.

Property manager

Susan
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Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill
Fireplace

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17
Under 6 months and over 5yrs allowed.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bridport

Located in Bridport, this cottage is on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Chesil Beach and Lyme Regis Beach. Mapperton Gardens and Abbotsbury Children's Farm are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
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Bridport, England

What's nearby

  • Bridport and West Dorset Golf Club - 3 min drive
  • West Bay Harbour - 4 min drive
  • West Bay Beach - 8 min drive
  • Eype Beach - 12 min drive
  • Seatown Beach - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Maiden Newton Station - 26 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Woodman Inn - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Pursuit of Hoppiness - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Rise Market & Bakery - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪White Lion - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Ropemakers - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Characterful 18th century cottage in Bridport close to the Jurassic Coast. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Characterful 18th century cottage in Bridport close to the Jurassic Coast.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Characterful 18th century cottage in Bridport close to the Jurassic Coast.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Characterful 18th century cottage in Bridport close to the Jurassic Coast. located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is steps away from Bridport Museum, Bridport Arts Centre and Bridport Tourist Information Centre. Sladers Yard and West Bay Harbour are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Graham P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good location
This property is ideally located in the centre of the town of Bridport and surprisingly comes with a dedicated parking space.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pauliina W., Melsungen, Deutschland

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful little cottage
We spend 9 days in this wonderful cottage. The hosts were very kind and helpful. The region is beautiful. Most important shops, pubs and restaurants are in walking distance. Bridport is a very nice small city and a good start for several trips to countryside or Jurassic coast. Many thanks to Susan
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly what we hoped for!
This cottage was both quiet and perfectly located to most of what Bridport has to offer -- which is a lot! The hosts were welcoming and very helpful. We enjoyed eating at the historic Bull Hotel restaurant just yards away. It was a memorable trip, and I hope to visit again one day!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joanne R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent cottage in Central Bridport
Well located and equipped, with outside space and parking.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The cottage was cosy and comfortable right in the centre of town. The only noisy night was the first night was when we could hear some rowdiness from the pub. Apart from that it was really quiet. The parking was tight but manageable with our Toyota Yaris. We really enjoyed our stay and would come again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay in Dorset
Just returned from a lovely stay at Susan’s cottage in Bridport. The cottage was perfect for a long weekend, lovely, cosy and well equipped for our needs. The location was great for exploring the Jurassic Coast and was the perfect base for us. Thank you for having us!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ingo G., Dortmund

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place, great holiday!
Bang in the centre of the picturesque town of Bridport this place has everything: close to shops, theatre, restaurants and just a 30min walk to the lovely "Broadchurch" beach. In the house you can find a tiny but fully functional kitchen, a bathroom with a full bath and seperate shower and three bedrooms (sleeps 6, one bunk-bed). The kids loved the board games they found in the entrance cabinet and neighbour's cat. Overall a great place!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alina R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bare bones and great
This is a great base for exploring this area of Dorset. Perfect location in town. It’s quite bare bones and the parking is very tight. We managed it alright with a small car though but it might be hard with a slightly larger vehicle. The internet is not very good in terms of speed and kept going out so it might be tough to work from here if that’s the plan. Susan was easy to reach and answered all the questions in a timely manner. Bring your own washing up liquid and enjoy this beautiful area!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Annette H.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely period property
A lovely warm welcome to a beautifully presented period property. Fully equipped and very comfortable. The personal touches were very much appreciated e.g. leaving milk and cereal. Leaving a card and biscuits for my daughters birthday. In the heart of Bridport town, very convenient to all amenities. Loved the market days and the antique quarter.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great mini break
We really enjoyed our short break at Susan's cottage in Bridport. The cottage was very clean and homely and is ideally situated for an easy walk to the shops and eateries.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bridport cottage
Enjoyed our stay in this clean & cosy cottage, very centrally located with easy access to the bustling town of Bridport as well as the wonderful Jurassic coast and beaches. Would love to visit again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christine P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bridport Cottage
Lovely cottage which is very centrally located. Would recommend to anyone visiting Bridport.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rachel W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful cottage in the heart of Bridport!
We had a delightful time staying in this sweet, cosy cottage in the heart of Bridport. It was clean, perfectly located for high street meandering and quick access to the Jurassic coast, and Susan, our host, was really helpful. Although the kitchen is a very tiny space for self-catering (a 1-at-a-time affair really), all other aspects of this lovely cottage were as expected and easy to navigate.We especially enjoyed eating our dinners out in the back terrace area as the sun went down and would definitely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Richard R., Solihull

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short Family Break
5 adults including an 89 year old lady on a short stay. Accommodation was all that we expected. The weather was good so we were able to enjoy the peace and quiet sitting in the courtyard. Great location within the town and a short walk to the local shops and amenities.

10/10 Excellent

Nic S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely
Ideal for a weekend in Bridport. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shirley F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short stay Bridport
Property in centre of town, convenient for shops and restaurants. Cosy cottage with very everything you need. Will stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lynne K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cosy cottage
We thoroughly enjoyed our holiday in the cottage, it has everything you need for a lovely stay. Very comfortable, clean and homely, we will certainly stay there again. Thank you Susan we look forward to staying there again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nigel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful, cosy - perfect!
Stayed in April 2021 during lockdown. The experience was terrific from start to finish - lovely cosy cottage with everything we needed for a super-relaxing few days. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jill W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A pretty cosy cottage, very convenient for shops and restaurants
The cottage was lovely - clean, well equipped and nicely decorated. The owners were friendly and helpful. It was especially good to have a wood burner, great on the colder evenings. The parking space made eerything convenient!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have no complaints.Very comfortable and clean and adjacent to all amenities.
As above
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Madeleine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cosy stay in the centre of Bridport
Perfect location in the centre of Bridport in a lovely cosy cottage
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Catherine D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!
A lovely cosy cottage right in the heart of Bridport, perfect for exploring all the fab shops and places to eat, as well as walking along the coast.

10/10 Excellent

Hans-Christian H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Autumn Week on the Jurassic Coast
This is a cosy cottage in a quiet corner right in the middle of Bridport, perfectly located to access the Jurassic coast, the town's food & many specialty stores, and of course the local pubs and restaurants. All three floors were impeccably clean and in top condition, and modern amenities and parking for a reasonably-sized car were provided. Interactions with the owners were very pleasant. We (a family of three) came over from Germany to enjoy the landscape & scenery, the quaint towns & villages in Dorset, and the beaches. Weather and accommodation turned out to be perfect, and travel arrangements worked out fine in spite of Covid-19. All in all - a perfect week at the Jurassic coast.

10/10 Excellent

Adrian M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just so lovey!
We had a wonderful time. being so central you don't expect such a cute and relaxing cottage. It feels like a little sanctuary after walks on the beach and hours rummaging the local markets, but not so remote that you have to drive everywhere. There are lots of beaches locally - we were there for a week and visited about 5! They are mostly pebbly, non-swimming beaches and the house has some great pamphlets telling you all about the local beaches. The owners met us at check-in and were really helpful before and during our stay by suggesting where to park and things to do. We had some really nice meals and had a great day browsing in the antique shops just a few minutes away in the 'Alleyways'. The house itself is a cosy, minimal space that fits 2-3 adults and a kid comfortably and would fit 6 with the beds - that would be more of a squeeze as the kitchen is tiny and there are only seats for 4 people in the living space. That was perfect for us so we're going to come back another time! The only thing we would change are the sofas as they are quite upright old school ones that aren't that comfy, but it doesn't really matter as it's such a charming space. Just lovely!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Natalie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage, great location
We loved our stay in this beautiful cottage. Staying in Bridport was a great decision as central to all the many beautiful towns to visit. Very close to the river Brit if you are into kayaking. Highly recommend. Would love to come back. Thank you so much for a wonderful stay
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

About the host

Hosted by Susan

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I live in the local area with my partner.

Why they chose this property

We bought the cottage as a holiday home and fell in love with the area, so we moved here. We have had many guests at the cottage, who have loved their time here, so we decided to let the cottage out for others to enjoy. Bridport has a thriving art community and there are pieces of art throughout the cottage produced by local artists. We provide lots of information at the cottage for you to view on all the attractions in the area, many of which we have enjoyed ourselves.

What guests have said, taken from our visitors book:

"Thank you so much for letting us share this fabulous place. The cottage is wonderful and we love Bridport" K.B. and family.

"The cottage is well equipped and cosy, in a lovely place of Bridport town, lots of fab cafes and restaurants. Thank you for letting us stay we will be back." M and R

"The cottage has been an ideal base for our adventures, cosy and comfortable, with everything we needed-even Monopoly! Thank you." M and family.

"We have had a brilliant week down here. The cottage is beautiful, so cosy and private. What a lovely area too. A huge thanks" J S

"Another lovely stay in the cottage . The cottage is well equipped and maintained. Enjoyed the lovely walk to West Bay along the path by the river. We don't want our stay to end. Thanks Susan we will be back again soon". C & R

What makes this property unique

The beauty of this cottage is that it is in a tucked away peaceful location but so close to all Bridport has to offer. Built in the 18th century, it is surprisingly spacious and has lots of interesting features as well as a warm feel . The enclosed courtyard garden has an historic stone wall. As we live locally we can be contacted if you have any concerns and have lots of local knowledge.

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