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Whatley Cottage, Rural Retreat. Pet Friendly.

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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Whatley Cottage, Rural Retreat. Pet Friendly.

Whatley Cottage is perfectly situated for a peaceful, rural holiday for couples. Nestled deep in the rolling Dorset countryside, enjoy the peace of the beautiful, rural position, while still being only a short walk from the bustling town centre of Beaminster. Just a 20 minute drive will take you to Bridport and West Bay, the heart of the Jurassic Coast World Heritage site.

Perfect for year round use with a large outdoor dining area and a log burner inside for the colder months. With almost zero amounts of light and sound pollution, Whatley is the perfect location for star gazing and listening to the wildlife.
The space
The main entrance to the cottage is by 4 steps and then through a double door and into the main kitchen and dining area of the cottage. The ground level of the cottage is traditional stone flooring with a rug in the living room and a log burner. There is also central heating throughout the cottage and heated towel rails in the bathroom. A carpeted staircase leads to the bathroom and bedroom on the first floor. The bed is a king size. Both the bathroom and bedroom have solid wood floors, with a large rug in the bedroom.
Guest access
Within easy walking distance of Beaminster town centre where you can hop on a bus into Bridport and then onto the wider Dorset area and just a 15 minute drive/from Crewkerne Railway station and 30 minutes from either Dorchester or Axminster stations.
Other things to note
The property is accessed through a gate and then down 4 wide steps with a hand rail into the cottage.

Property manager

Hayley

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Cycling nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Property does not allow children

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the neighborhood

Map
Dorset

What's nearby

  • Broadwindsor Craft and Design Centre - 7 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty - 9 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Mapperton Gardens - 10 min drive - 5.8 km
  • West Bay Beach - 23 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Lyme Regis Beach - 39 min drive - 28.4 km

Getting around

  • Crewkerne Station - 19 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Marquis of Lorne - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪The Pymore Inn - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Winyards Gap Inn - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Greyhound - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Ollerod - ‬20 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Whatley Cottage, Rural Retreat. Pet Friendly. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Whatley Cottage, Rural Retreat. Pet Friendly.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Whatley Cottage, Rural Retreat. Pet Friendly.?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Whatley Cottage, Rural Retreat. Pet Friendly. located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Broadwindsor Craft and Design Centre and within 6 mi (10 km) of Mapperton Gardens and Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Mangerton Mill and Bridport Tourist Information Centre are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Whatley Cottage, Rural Retreat. Pet Friendly. Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Angela r.

Liked: Cleanliness
I wish I had more than 5 stars!
this is a special holiday stay, beautiful, well-equipped and comfortable cottage. Nothing is too much bother for the owner and we were made very welcome.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous !!
The cottage is amazing. So well equipped, cosy and clean. The bathroom is beautiful. It’s in an ideal area to explore Dorset but equally we had a lovely cosy afternoon/evening when it was wet. Hayley has made the cottage the perfect romantic hideaway with all the essentials needed for a cosy break. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janette D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great weekend away
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Whatley Cottage, such a comfortable and cosy place, furnished and equipped to an extremely high standard. Hayley the owner was very helpful and welcoming. The cottage is ideally located for exploring the coast and countryside of West Dorset, and there are some lovely local walks and nice places to eat in Beaminster itself. Our two cats really liked the cottage too, and loved the packet of Dreamies that Hayley left for them. All in all, probably the nicest cottage we've ever stayed in. Only one complaint...our stay was too short!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Edwin S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Whately Cottage
This cottage is absolutely perfect for couples wanting a break in Dorset. It is finished to a very high standard and met all our needs perfectly. I would have no hesitation in recommending this property and we shall certain return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTOPHER D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
The property was outstanding and we received a very warm welcome from our host. A beautiful place to stay in summer & I would imagine in winter. Highly recommend it to you.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023