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BEAR'S APARTMENT, country holiday cottage in Castletown, Portland

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Living area
Living area
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4105 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Portland, South West England
  • Portland Harbour
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Weymouth Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Chesil Beach
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    ‪70 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

En-suite for bedroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

BEAR'S APARTMENT, country holiday cottage in Castletown, Portland

Bear's Apartment in Castletown, Dorset, sleeps four guests in two bedrooms.

The living areas in this fourth-floor apartment consist of an open-plan kitchen, dining area and sitting area with electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, and a TV. The bedrooms consist of a double with balcony and a twin with en-suite, serviced by a bathroom. Outside there is a balcony with furniture, and designated parking. This is a pet-free and smoke-free property. WiFi, fuel, power, bed linen and towels are all included in the price. You'll find a shop and a pub in 0.3 miles, the beach in 0.8 miles, and the marina in 1.2 miles. Bear's Apartment is a well-positioned base for a seascape to Dorset. Note: The apartment is accessed via internal stairs, resting on the fourth floor. Note: Check-in from 4pm, check-out by 10am.

Amenities: Central heating. Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer. TV, WiFi. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Designated parking for one car in car parking area. Balcony with furniture. Sorry, no pets and no smoking. Shop and pub 0.3 miles, beach 0.8 miles, Portland Marina 1.2 miles. Note: The apartment is accessed via internal stairs, resting on the fourth floor. Please Note: Leisure facilities including swimming pool are open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 9-4 and Wednesday 11-4.

Region: Explore the fossils and stunning beaches of Dorset’s Jurassic Coast, visit historic Sherborne and Shaftesbury, or enjoy the footpaths, country lanes and thatched-roof pubs Dorset offers.

Town: Between Fortuneswell and Wakeham on the Island of Portland, there is a small but well-liked community called Castletown. Due to its unique history, Castletown is well-known for being a conservation area. Your neighbourhood conveniences can be found in Fortuneswell, which is close by. There, you can find welcoming hotels like the Royal Portland Arms, New Star Inn, The Little Ship, and the Britannia Inn, as well as eateries like The Cove House Inn with lovely sea views, The Blue Fish Café & Restaurant, Quiddles Café, and Balti Island. The D-Day Centre & WW2 Museum, Portland Marina, Fancy's Farm, Tout Quarry, Portland Museum, Portland Bird Observatory, and the South West Coastal Way Viewpoint are just a few of the attractions on the Isle of Portland.

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine

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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

No pets allowed
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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

Portland

Located in Portland, this cottage is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Weymouth Beach and Durdle Door. Bennetts Water Gardens and Pirate Adventure Mini Golf are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Portland, South West England

What's nearby

  • Portland Castle - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Portland Harbour - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Weymouth Harbour - 9 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Weymouth Beach - 9 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Chesil Beach - 34 min drive - 23.5 km

Getting around

  • Weymouth Station - 16 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Wyke Smugglers - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Little Ship - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Old Castle Hotel - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Crab House Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • The Fat Badger Bar and Restaurant

Frequently asked questions

Does BEAR'S APARTMENT, country holiday cottage in Castletown, Portland have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at BEAR'S APARTMENT, country holiday cottage in Castletown, Portland?

As of 20 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at BEAR'S APARTMENT, country holiday cottage in Castletown, Portland on 21 Sept 2025 start from AU$1,188.35, excluding 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.

Is BEAR'S APARTMENT, country holiday cottage in Castletown, Portland pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at BEAR'S APARTMENT, country holiday cottage in Castletown, Portland?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at BEAR'S APARTMENT, country holiday cottage in Castletown, Portland?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is BEAR'S APARTMENT, country holiday cottage in Castletown, Portland located?

Situated near the beach, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Weymouth Bay and Portland Castle. Dorset and East Devon Coast and Royal Manor Theatre are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

8.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Niels L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place for our needs - housing and view of the sail course.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

About the host

Hosted by Sykes Holiday Cottages

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Fourth-floor apartment. Two bedrooms: 1 x double with balcony, 1 x 2'6 twin beds with en-suite walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail, and WC. Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, heated towel rail, and WC. Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with balcony

What makes this property unique

Central heating. Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer. TV, WiFi. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Designated parking for one car in car parking area. Balcony with furniture. Sorry, no pets and no smoking. Shop and pub 0.3 miles, beach 0.8 miles, Portland Marina 1.2 miles. Note: The apartment is accessed via internal stairs, resting on the fourth floor. Please Note: Leisure facilities are open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 9-4 and Wednesday 11-4.

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