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Chocolate box cottage in 8 acres of pasturland on Jurassic coatline of Dorset

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A rustic stone building with a wooden door labeled "The Groom's Cottage."
A cozy living room with a sofa, a wooden side table, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors through a large window.
A cozy living room with a sofa, a coffee table with a vase of flowers, a fireplace, a television, and a bookshelf.
A stone cottage with a wooden door labeled "The Groom's Cottage."
A garden with trees, a fence, and blue flowers.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Dorset National Landscape

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Weymouth, Dorset
  • Place, Dorset National Landscape
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Dorset and East Devon Coast
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Weymouth Beach
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Crib

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Weymouth

Located in Weymouth, this cottage is in a rural area and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Weymouth Beach and Durdle Door. Bennetts Water 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/biking trails and horse riding.
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Weymouth, Dorset

What's nearby

  • Dorset National Landscape - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Dorset and East Devon Coast - 7 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Chesil Beach - 13 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Weymouth Harbour - 14 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Weymouth Beach - 14 min drive - 12.1 km

Getting around

  • Weymouth Station - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Old Ship Inn - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Mash and Barrel - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Marquis of Granby - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Chocolate box cottage in 8 acres of pasturland on Jurassic coatline of Dorset pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Chocolate box cottage in 8 acres of pasturland on Jurassic coatline of Dorset?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Chocolate box cottage in 8 acres of pasturland on Jurassic coatline of Dorset?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Chocolate box cottage in 8 acres of pasturland on Jurassic coatline of Dorset?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Chocolate box cottage in 8 acres of pasturland on Jurassic coatline of Dorset located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Dorset and East Devon Coast and within 6 miles (10 km) of Bennetts Water Gardens and Dorset National Landscape. Abbotsbury Children's Farm and Hardy Monument are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 70 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 70 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 70 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 70 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 70 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely friendly host and a nice quirky place to stay in a lovely village not far from Weymouth. Thoroughly enjoyed our weekend and we hope to stay again in the near future
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful peaceful haven in lovely surroundings. Thank you, Hilary, for making us so welcome and comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a beautiful tranquil well equipped and exceptionally clean cottage. Ideal for 2 in a lovely quiet place that is within easy walking distance to a fabulous local pub serving excellent food. Hillary the host was lovely and ensured we had everything. The eill cared for horses in site were calming to watch from the cottage and garden.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Aug 2026
Thank you for being such lovely guests. I do hope you will come again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Delightful stay

Lovely house and so close to all the beautiful walks
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely cottage

Beautifull location near to Chesil Beach and Weymouth.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

An excellent home from home , really lovely.

A great place where you can take your dogs with many great walks in the local area and you can walk straight from the property. Lots of lovely places to eat and all near the coast.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Oct 2022
Thank you for your review. If only all my guests were as lovely as you. Hot bath and warmth any time. Kind regards Hilary
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

excellent property in good location

Excellent property for 2, in quiet location. Tastefully decorated, owner nearby & very helpful & friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2022
Thank you both for your review. I hope you had a good trip home. Thank you again for such a lovely tea cozy. I love it. Have a wonderful summer. Kind regards Hilary
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was exactly as described. Our host was incredibly helpful, went out of her way to provide us with a phone charger. Bertie and Bailey made the most of the secured garden space. The Elm Tree Inn just 8mins walk away was a bonus, the food was great and dog friendly too. Cottage is really close to the South Coast Path we were able to walk to Weymouth.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great place

This is a lovely place to stay, very quiet and lovely cottage for myself husband and dog. Loved the horses.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a beautiful time in the cottage. And Hilary was very kind and helpful!
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

The cottage was in a wonderful , quiet location. it serves as a great base for the surrounding area. It was clean , tidy and well equipped. Hilary was a great host giving us some of the history of the cottage. Very pleasant place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Oct 2023
Thank you for your review. I am so pleased you enjoyed the peace and quiet that my little cottage offers. I do hope you will return in the near future. Kind regards Hilary
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peace and quiet

The little cottage was great. We had been on the road for a while before staying here and it was just the break we needed. Away from other busy places but also convenient for exploring the Jurassic Coast.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sanctuary

Cottage and location provided much needed peace and tranquillity.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Apr 2023
Thank you Patricia for your kind review. Anytime you wish to recover and have a quiet space - you know where I am. Kind regards Hilary
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A lovely break.

Fab.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug 2021
Lovely friendly guests who enjoyed the peace and tranquility of Groom's Cottage. Hopefully they will come and spend longer next time.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

3 day short break

Lovely property in a very nice, quiet location. Good access to the coastal road. The place may be too small for some as it has low head clearances upstairs and in the bathroom
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May 2023
Thank you for your review. I do state that the bedroom has limited headroom. There is ample headroom in the bathroom for a bath unless you were trying to stand up in the large bath and use it as a show - which it is not. It is advisable to read all the details of any accommodation you book as it may not suit all your requirements.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Grooms Cottage

A beautifully decorated cottage with all mod cons yet retaining an ‘olde world’ charm conveniently located for exploration of the Jurassic coast, short walks to nearby Chesil beach and the Fleet lagoon, and a ‘stone’s throw’ from a pub serving excellent food.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

SW Coast Path pefect location

Even better than its description, the cottage is delightful. Great host Hilary takes immense pride in offering a share of the Dorset dream. Location is fabulous for walkers and plenty to do and see in close proximity....its a haven of tranquility, with all the charm of the love and effort that goes into making a special holiday.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Sept 2023
Thank you both for your review. It is so lovely to have guests who appreciate the cottage, the location and of course me!! Some guests just find it too quiet and I can never understand that, but those who prefer the peace and tranqual surroundings go home well refreshed. Keep up the walking Bernard you deserve a medal. I do hope you will come again. Best wishes to you both Hilary and Fern
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Country cottage

Quaint cottage close to Weymouth and a mile from the beach. Peaceful location with a country pub and bridal paths close by. Only this cottage on site plus the owners cottage. Private parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent , quiet

This was a cottage perfect for my partner and I , quiet close to coastal walks .. quality pub restaurant the Elm tree walking distance .. the property owner left us a lovely card and Easter egg .. the best stay for my border terrier who loved it there
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend getaway

We had a lovely stay, Hillary the owner was lovely, she checked in on us to check we had everything we needed, she was absolutely great, suggested places to eat etc. The cottage was perfect for the two of us, it is in a quiet spot but not to far away from local amenities. We ventured over to Luthworth Cove and Durdle door. A lovely cottage in a lovely part of the world.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

A nice relaxing 5 day stay in a characterful cottage

This ticked all the boxes for us - a compete break from busy, noisy London in the peace and quiet of the Dorset hills. We slept well in the upstairs bedroom - but mind your head if you’re tall as the eves are quite low level. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Miss

Really beautiful ,clean cottage with everything you could need ,nice and peaceful and a handy location to visit Weymouth ,no issues with parking and the host was friendly ,horses in field outside so nice view to wake up to
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect location

We very much enjoyed our stay in this lovely cottage. We enjoyed walking from the property, particularly the walk down to the Fleet from the village. There are also a great many places to visit within in short drive. We found everything we needed provided in the property and Hilary made us very welcome. It is in a quiet, tucked away location and the cottage retains many of the original features with sensitively added modern conveniences. I would highly recommend a stay at Groom's Cottage if you want a perfect getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A Great Summer Holiday

Our stay at the Groom’s Cottage in Langton Herring was absolutely marvellous. The surrounding is beautiful, great opportunities for walks with the dog, plenty of things to do and to see in Dorset, very nice pubs and restaurants close by. Unfortunately the local pub in Langton Herring went out of business, but we managed. Our host Hilary was very kind and helpful but never intrusive. Very commendable indeeed!!
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing retreat

Lovely tranquil cottage built for two. The only sound was the birds and the horses. Hillary the host was in the next cottage but unobtrusive, we saw her when we got there and as we were packing up to leave. She was very friendly and stopped for a chat then she didn't bother us until we left. Fabulous peaceful weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Oct 2023
Thank you so much for choosing Groom's Cottage. You were the perfect guests and I am so pleased you enjoyed your quiet weekend away. I do hope you will come again. Best wishes Hilary
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