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Traditional cottage with spacious enclosed garden close to Bridport & beaches

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Bluebell Cottage - sleeps 5
Close to West Bay and the fabulous Jurassic Coastline
Plenty of space for play time
Traditional stone cottage
Dogs and children most welcome

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Melplash, Bridport, ENG
  • West Bay Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • West Bay Harbour
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Bridport and West Dorset Golf Club
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Traditional cottage with spacious enclosed garden close to Bridport & beaches

Bluebell Cottage is a pretty stone character cottage set in 6 acres of stunning Dorset countryside a few minutes from the bustling market town of Bridport. Our local beach at popular West Bay - made famous by TV Broadchurch - is 10 mins by car and famous Weymouth & Lyme Regis are an easy drive.

Bluebell Cottage is part of Binghams Farm Barns and all our cottages and barns are fully equipped with an enclosed and large garden ideal for children & dogs with access to our lovely communal field & woodland with play area & dog walk.

Dedicated parking for 2 cars with gate and path through the large garden to the cottage. The garden has 2 patios to enjoy the sunshine anytime of day with the east facing patio ideal for morning coffees!

Spacious sunny open plan living area with WiFi, smart TV & DVD, DAB radio, and woodburner with complimentary logs. Fully equipped kitchen (including washing machine/dryer) with dining table.

The downstairs bathroom has an electric shower over the bath.

Upstairs there are 2 double bedrooms both with great views. A single bedroom is also available.

Enclosed garden has furniture and gas BBQ and is next to our large communal field with spacious kids play area and lovely dog walk. Well behaved dogs over 9 months old that are social with other dogs and people welcome for a small additional charge.

On Arrival
Flowers from the garden and a tea tray including Lisa's homemade cakes welcome you. Either Lisa or Alistair will meet you, orientate you and help with any questions on local facilities and attractions.

A comprehensive information pack of local pubs and restaurants (dog friendly), shops, beaches and beautiful walks is provided and Lisa & Alistair are always available to offer help and guidance.

We provide quality linen throughout with tea towels, oven gloves, towels and bath mats.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
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
Dogs over 9 months old who are fully house trained
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
We welcome dogs over 9 months old who are fully house trained and sociable with other dogs and people. Please contact the owner to discuss your pets

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bridport

Located in Bridport, this cottage is in a rural area and by the sea. Mangerton Mill and Mapperton Gardens are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Abbotsbury Children's Farm and Abbotsbury Swannery. Travelling with kids? Consider Lyme Regis Marine Aquarium, or check out an event or a game at The Tunnel Target Sports Centre. Discover the area's water adventures with sailing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
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Melplash, Bridport, ENG

What's nearby

  • West Bay Beach - 8 min drive - 8.1 km
  • West Bay Harbour - 8 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Bridport and West Dorset Golf Club - 8 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Eype Beach - 12 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Seatown Beach - 15 min drive - 12.1 km

Getting around

  • Maiden Newton Station - 22 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Ropemakers - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Pursuit of Hoppiness - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Coffee #1 - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Greyhound (Wetherspoon) - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Goose And Badger - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Traditional cottage with spacious enclosed garden close to Bridport & beaches pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Traditional cottage with spacious enclosed garden close to Bridport & beaches?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Traditional cottage with spacious enclosed garden close to Bridport & beaches?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Traditional cottage with spacious enclosed garden close to Bridport & beaches located?

This family-friendly Bridport cottage is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of Mangerton Mill, Bridport Tourist Information Centre and Bridport Arts Centre. Bridport Museum is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) away.

About the host

Hosted by Alistair & Lisa Herbert

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We have been welcoming guests to our West Dorset holiday cottages since 2003. Our family of 5 and 2 dogs regularly use holiday cottages ourselves and we appreciate how important it is that everyone in the family is catered for - including the pets!

Why they chose this property

Bluebell cottage is in a great location to explore West Dorset. Set in tranquil stunning countryside but only a few minutes drive to the market town of Bridport and the coast at West Bay (made famous by Broadchurch TV series).
The fully enclosed garden means you can relax whilst your children and dogs are safe. The garden has direct access to our 6 acres of fields, woods and playarea where everyone can let off some steam. There are also 2 patios to take advantage of the sunshine all day and the cottage itself offers cosy and comfortable accommodation.

What makes this property unique

Fully-equipped cottage providing a home away from home. Relaxing and spacious setting, with enclosed private garden safe for kids & dogs and also spacious large landscaped field with play area and dog walk and stunning views.

Dedicated parking for 2 cars in our no through lane.

Languages:

English