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The Retreat Lulworth

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A wooden deck with outdoor seating and a view of a residential area.
A dining area with a wooden table and white chairs, a framed picture on the wall, and a view of the outdoors through an archway.
A living room with a sofa, coffee table, TV, and fireplace.
A garden with a wooden staircase, a small red building, and various plants.
A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a white refrigerator, a microwave, and a stone wall.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Dorset and East Devon Coast
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Washing machine
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Garden
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Wareham
  • Place, Weymouth Bay
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Lulworth Cove Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Dorset and East Devon Coast
    ‪12 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Bedroom

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

The Retreat Lulworth

A charming, characterful house within easy reach of Lulworth Cove and the South West Coastal Path.. 9 steps to entrance.

Ground Floor:

Open plan living space.

Living area: 42" Freeview TV

Dining area.

Kitchen area: Amazon Echo, Aga, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine

First Floor:

Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed, 32" Freeview TV

Bedroom 2: Zip And Link 2 x Single (3ft) Beds

Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Heating (underfloor in dining room and bathroom), electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot, highchair and stairgate. Large garden with patio and garden furniture. Allocated parking for 1 car. No smoking.. The Retreat is a charming end terrace house, situated in the pretty village of West Lulworth, ideally positioned for easy access to the South West Coastal Path and Lulworth Cove.

Internally, the property has been refurbished, retaining many character features including exposed brick walls, AGA oven and a wood burner. Externally, the garden is situated on a steep gradient that makes the most of the surrounding countryside views, with a decked patio ideal for relaxing after a busy day exploring.

Situated in the heart of the village, the property is within a short walk of the village stores and a couple of pubs, including a 16th-century thatched tavern reputed to be one of the oldest public houses in Dorset.

Lulworth Cove is only half a mile from Durdle Door, an iconic natural Limestone Arch which has featured in several music videos, television productions and movies such as Nanny McPhee. The bustling seaside town of Weymouth can be reached within a 20-mile drive and offers an abundance of shops, cafés and restaurants.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 10144945
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
This property accepts credit cards
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Wareham

Located in Wareham, this holiday home is by the ocean. Corfe Castle is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Dorset and East Devon Coast and Durdle Door. Monkey World Ape Rescue Center and The Blue Pool and Tea House are also worth visiting.
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Wareham

What's nearby

  • Dorset National Landscape - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Weymouth Bay - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Lulworth Cove Beach - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Dorset and East Devon Coast - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Lulworth Cove - 15 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Wool Station - 15 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪treetops cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Red Lion Hotel - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Seven Stars - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Weld Arms - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Monkey World Cafe - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Retreat Lulworth pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Retreat Lulworth?

As of 9 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Retreat Lulworth on 2 Nov 2026 start from AU$907, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Retreat Lulworth?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Retreat Lulworth?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Retreat Lulworth?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Retreat Lulworth located?

Situated by the ocean, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Weymouth Bay and Dorset and East Devon Coast. South West Coast Path Section 50 Trailhead and South West Coast Path Section 51 Trailhead are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 19 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

8.0/10

Communication

7.0/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A very cosy and well equipped cottage, within easy walking distance to the coast and pubs.

A very cosy and well equipped cottage, within easy walking distance to the coast and pubs.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Retreat

We had a lovely long weekend, loved the accomodation and that so close to local The Castle Inn, but not close enough to hear the comings and going. Close enough for Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove in the car and quick trip to Corfe Castle. Only thing that worried us was parking next to a very steep wall., we only have small car. Love the under floor heating and fire (we did visit in November)
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Excellent comfortable accommodation in a very convenient location.

Excellent comfortable accommodation in a very convenient location. Might be a bit busy at peak times. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely clean well equipped cottage everything you could need for a relaxing holiday, great walks fro

Lovely clean well equipped cottage everything you could need for a relaxing holiday, great walks from the door and in the evening a cosy log fire. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Comfortable, clean and cosy especially with the log burner as our stay was in October.

Comfortable, clean and cosy especially with the log burner as our stay was in October. Good value for money, would recommend and stay there again. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

We have just returned from a long weekend away staying at The Retreat, Lulworth.

We have just returned from a long weekend away staying at The Retreat, Lulworth. The house was spacious, clean and in a perfect location to enjoy Dorset. I would recommend anyone heading to Lulworth to book The Retreat. Thank you for letting us stay the weekend we had a lovely time! Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

am falschen Platz

Es macht doch etws aus wenn der Vermieter das Cottage selbst nutzt.Sehr geschmackvoll eingerichtet,Küche komplett ausgesstattet.Sehr guter Kontakt zur ownerin und vor ort zur betreuung.zur Begrüssung Blumen auf dem Tisch,eine Flasche proscco im Kühlschrank und britische Kekse.Seh aufmerksam.Leider liegt das cottage an der Hauptstrasse zum Durdle Door.Also von morgens bis abends Autoverkehr direkt vor der Haustür.Von 22Uhr bis 5Uhr morgens dann ruhe.Wer wirklich Ruhe und Entspannung sucht ist hier am falschen Platz
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

L

Lovely cottage and beautifully presented for a relaxing holiday Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Third time staying at The Retreat.

Third time staying at The Retreat. The place is incredibly well stocked with kitchen equipment and was perfectly cleaned. The shower is amazing too. It is within easy walking distance to Lulworth Cove. A blessing and a curse in peak season with the traffic. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Had a lovely week at The Retreat.

Had a lovely week at The Retreat. Was a little apprehensive about the oven but found it really easy to use. We were a bit unsure whether there would be a big enough parking space based on the pictures online but it wasn’t an issue as there is a full car space in front of the property. We would definitely consider staying here again to explore the area further.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

We had a great holiday ( again ) at the Retreat in Lulworth.

We had a great holiday ( again ) at the Retreat in Lulworth. Our only disappointment was the fact that the Aga was not working properly for most of our stay . Once notified the owners sent for an engineer to come out and fix it and all was well . We would not be put off from booking the Retreat again and will probably holiday there again next year .
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great stay - cottage is very central within the village with an easy walk to the village shop or the

Great stay - cottage is very central within the village with an easy walk to the village shop or the pub. We found it quite hard to find in the pouring rain at night and in the dark as the directions were listed from the other direction. If coming in from the top of the village it is just past the pub on the left hand side where you will see a little pavement layby with a yellow line half way down and private parking. The cottage was very spacious and really cosy with a nice top garden area that can be enjoyed in the evening sun. Cleanliness was good until you moved the coffee table to find that it's obviously never moved when cleaning - but other than that no issues. The oven is an Aga type which takes some getting used to as it's on all the time and is a cross between a slow cooker and normal cooker (ie meal that would take 30mins in a normal oven to cook takes about 1hr 20min but cooks much better and more evenly. The village shop sells fresh bread, pastries etc (Londis) and is situated a short walk down the road).
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A wonderful treat.

A wonderful treat. The cottage is fantastic and beautifully equipped. Being able to walk to Lulworth in the evenings was wonderful.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Spotlessly clean, comfortable and extremely well equipped - the owners have thought of everything.

Spotlessly clean, comfortable and extremely well equipped - the owners have thought of everything. Our only gripe was the AGA which must be lovely in cooler months but makes the house rather stuffy in summer. The parking spot at the front was very welcome. The road is quite busy and noisy in the day but quiet at night. There is a decent pub in the village and a little shop for basics. It takes about 15 minutes to walk to Lulworth Cove and there are loads of other places to visit in the area - it is a beautiful part of the world.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

We stayed during our summer holidays 1 week in The Retreat.

We stayed during our summer holidays 1 week in The Retreat. The cottage is spotlessly clean. The beds are not to soft, nor to firm. The kitchen is very well equipped, and the garden/flowers are well maintained. The beautiful Cove is on walking distance, and Durdle Door is also nearby (from the Cove > one high and steep hill you need to master !) For cooking our meals we used the 2 tiny induction cookers, instead of the Rayburn (not familiar with it). The village has only one small shop. The private parking space in front of the property is a nice bonus. The street in front of the property can be pretty busy, but this is no problem (quiet). Thank you Mel/Mark for your assistance during our stay.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

We had a fantastic holiday.

We had a fantastic holiday. The Retreat was perfect, superbly equipped, spotlessly clean and very tastefully decorated. It had a very homely feel and we would have no hesitation in staying there again. We loved the area and packed so much into our week but we know there are still places we would like to visit.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Spotless and well equipped holiday home in a fantastic location within walking distance of both Lulw

Spotless and well equipped holiday home in a fantastic location within walking distance of both Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door. Would recommend.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A fantastic place to stay close to the stunning beauty of Lulworth Cove.

A fantastic place to stay close to the stunning beauty of Lulworth Cove. Very well furnished and comfortable, it has lots of nice homely touches. We had a great weekend and loved being able to walk to the local pub in the village and got our torches out to walk to the Cove to explore other pubs and restaurants after dark. Would highly recommend the Retreat for a weekend or holiday. It had everything we needed and more.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amazing place to stay, really well thought out amenities.

Amazing place to stay, really well thought out amenities. Truly a home away from home.

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