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HOME FROM HOME, pet friendly, country holiday cottage in Fortuneswell

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Property grounds
A dining area with a table set for two, featuring a bottle of wine, glasses, plates, and bread.
A staircase leading to a dining area with a table and chairs, a sofa with a blanket, and a bookshelf with plates.
A living room with a wooden bookshelf filled with books and decorative plates, a sofa with cushions, and a television on a stand.
A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a washing machine, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks

    Close to Dorset and East Devon Coast
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Internet access
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washing machine
  • Refrigerator
  • Living area
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Portland, South West England
  • Place, Dorset and East Devon Coast
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Weymouth Bay
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Portland Harbour
    ‪2 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Shower room

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

HOME FROM HOME, pet friendly, country holiday cottage in Fortuneswell

Home From Home in Fortuneswell, sleeps eight people in four bedrooms.

Home from Home consists of a kitchen/diner with microwave, toaster, kettle, fridge/freezer, washing machine, electric oven, and hob, and dining seating for eight, and a living/dining room with TV. The bedrooms consist of a double, third-floor double, twin, and third-floor twin. There is a bathroom with bath, shower over, and basin and WC, and a shower room with walk-in shower and basin and WC. Outside, there is roadside parking available on a first-come, first-served basis. Two well-behaved pets welcome. Sorry, no smoking at this property. Guests can find a shop and a pub within 0.1 mile and then a beach within 0.3 miles. Wherever your exploration takes you, enjoy all this with a stay at Home from Home. Note: Check-in from 4 pm, check-out by 10 am.

Amenities: Gas central heating. Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, toaster, kettle. TV, WiFi, selection of books. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Roadside parking available on a first come first served basis. One well-behaved pet welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shop and pub 0.1 mile, beach 0.3 miles. Note: Check-in from 4pm, check-out by 10am

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: Castletown is a small, yet popular village resting on the Isle of Portland, between Fortuneswell and Wakeham. Castletown is well-known for being a conservation area, thanks to its fascinating history. Your local amenities can be found in nearby Fortuneswell, where you’ll find the Royal Portland Arms, New Star Inn, The Little Ship, and the Britannia Inn, inviting restaurants such as The Cove House Inn with stunning sea views, The Blue Fish Café & Restaurant, Quiddles Café and Balti Island, along with well-stocked convenience stores. On the Isle of Portland, you can find a range of attractions, including the D-Day Centre & WW2 Museum, Portland Marina, Fancy’s Farm, Tout Quarry, Portland Museum, Portland Bird Observatory and the South West Coastal Path Viewpoint. Continue onto Weymouth, where you will find further attractions, including Weymouth Beach, RSPB Radipole Lake, Nothe Fort, Pleasure Pier, Weymouth Pavilion, and the Michelin Star restaurant of Catch at The Old Fishmarket. Further afield, you’ll find Dorchester, home to National Trust – Max Gate, the former residence of Thomas Hardy, The Keep Military Museum, The Poet Laureate, Dorset Museum, and the nearby Kingston Maurward Animal Park and Gardens.

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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

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

Pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 11642436
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

Portland is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Weymouth Beach and Durdle Door. Osprey Leisure Centre and Bennetts Water Gardens are also worth visiting. Fishing 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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Portland, South West England

What's nearby

  • Dorset and East Devon Coast - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • The Olympic Rings Stone Sculpture - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Weymouth Bay - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Portland Castle - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Portland Harbour - 2 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Weymouth Station - 18 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 80 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Beehive - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Punchbowl - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Britannia Inn - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The T Shop - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Sticks And Bones - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is HOME FROM HOME, pet friendly, country holiday cottage in Fortuneswell pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at HOME FROM HOME, pet friendly, country holiday cottage in Fortuneswell?

As of 19 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at HOME FROM HOME, pet friendly, country holiday cottage in Fortuneswell on 24 Dec 2026 start from AU$1,234, 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.

What time is check-in at HOME FROM HOME, pet friendly, country holiday cottage in Fortuneswell?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at HOME FROM HOME, pet friendly, country holiday cottage in Fortuneswell?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is HOME FROM HOME, pet friendly, country holiday cottage in Fortuneswell located?

Situated in Portland, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Royal Manor Theatre, Dorset and East Devon Coast and Portland Beach. The Olympic Rings Stone Sculpture and Verne High Angle Battery are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

8.0

Very good

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

8.0/10

Communication

8.0/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage we enjoyed our stay. Lots of extras left around the cottage for an easy move in.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026

About the host

Hosted by Sykes Holiday Cottages

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