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Enjoy the beautiful views surrounding the property
This property enjoys a stunning clifftop location with spectacular sea views
View of St Aldhelm's Chapel
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Coastguard Cottage - Worth Matravers

Isle of Purbeck, Dorset
Visit England rating: 3 starsVisit England Gold Award
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Sleeps 8
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
3 star
Waterside views
Enclosed garden / patio
Open fire / wood burner
Internet access
Beach within easy reach
Family friendly
Parking on site / nearby
Towels for hire
Travel cot available
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • Traditional coastal cottage in a quiet location on the clifftop at St Alban’s Head on the Dorset coast
  • Breath-taking sea views to be enjoyed from the garden and many the cottage’s rooms
  • Excellent location on the Isle of Purbeck with a short drive to Swanage with a secluded cove, ideal for swimming, within walking distance
Property code: IC036

Stroll out from this remarkable cliff-top Dorset cottage, which welcomes up to two four-legged friends, and make your way down to the beach at Chapman’s Pool. Wander along the shingle beach and search for fossils; throw balls for your chums and watch them splash in the shallows. Return to the property, which sleeps up to six, at St Alban’s Head on the Isle of Purbeck, to relax in your enclosed garden and take in the sweeping, coastal vistas.

 

Once two cottages and home to a coastguard, this appealing, four-bedroom property offers space, character and tranquillity. Take the pups into one of your two lounges to recline in front of an open fire while you enjoy a few pages of your book or watch TV. Let them pad behind you when you make your way into the games room and feed them in the kitchen/diner, where the rest of your party can also feast in style. Find a WC at ground-floor level and the family bathroom on the first floor, together with all four of your light-filled bedrooms. Absorb the glorious views from up here in the bedrooms. Take in the sea air from your enclosed garden; watch the pups and children play on the lawn but keep an eye on them as the gate is not secured and opens on to the cliff tops. Please note that the property is approached via a 1.5-mile long unmade track which is not suitable for cars with low ground clearance.

 

Walk 2 miles from your attractive holiday home into the picture-postcard village of Worth Matravers. From here, stroll another 1 mile to the fascinating, disused quarry at Winspit, which has appeared as a backdrop in a number of science fiction films and TV programmes, including Doctor Who. Venture 5.5 miles from the cottage to the ruins of Corfe Castle and its model village, which is set in dog-friendly grounds.

  • 4 bedrooms - 1 king-size, 2 doubles, and 1 twin
  • Bathroom with shower-over-3/4 sized bath and WC
  • TV
  • Woodburner (logs are not included)
  • AGA oven, hob, microwave, air fryer, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, and washing machine
  • Bed linen, heating, and electric included
  • Board games  and lego available
  • Cottage is not on mains water and an initial supply of bottle water is provided
  • Off-road parking for 3 cars
  • Pub and shop 1.5 miles, beach 1 mile
  • Arrival: 17:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 2 dogs allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £350 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £40. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

Claire Tranter

This property is personally managed by Claire.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 8 guest ratings

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Reviewed by David 29th March 2024

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Wonderfully cosy, spacious and well equipped cottage in a fantastic and unique location. Enjoyed watching wildlife from literally just outside the front door - deer, hare, peregrine falcons and a grass snake!

Reviewed by Hilary 15th March 2024

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Fantastic place , very relaxing and very scenic. Would recommend every time .

Reviewed by David 1st March 2024

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The track to the property gets a few comments but its hard stone and not rutted, so no need for 4-wheel drive as someone suggested. Our Hond Civic managed it with no issues but you would do well to eave your classic sports car at home. Cottage location is beautiful and cottage is comfortable, well provided with equipment and the heating is good. WeRead more struggled at first with the Aga as were not used to them, there is a Microwave and Air-fryer. Hide

Reviewed by Helen 29th December 2023

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The cottage is beautiful. The location breathtaking The late check in is tough especially when its dark and weather is awful, but overall we had a fabulous stay. We had a problem with the water pump so we were without water for our last evening and morning so this did put a dampener on our stay, but Conrad was very helpful.

Reviewed by Korine 3rd November 2023

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We have been coming to this cottage for a number of years . The location speaks for itself. . If you want peace and tranquility and glorious views this is the place to come. The cottage is impeccably clean. We loved cooking on the Aga. Love the alterations you have made Will be back

Reviewed by Joanne 16th October 2023

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A beautiful cottage with stunning views and a perfect spot for walking birdwatching etc.

Reviewed by Sarah 29th September 2023

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Our stay at Coastguard Cottage was amazing! What a gem of a property! The cottage was very homely had everything we needed! The location and the view is just spectacular! One thing to note is the road leading up to the cottage, you won't make it unless you have a 4x4! Takes 10 minutes and going 5mph so definitely a place of when you're out you're oRead moreut and when you're in you're in! Laura the caretaker was very helpful regarding any queries we had! 100% will be back! Hide

Reviewed by Nicholas 22nd April 2022

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Location

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