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Little Thatch - Beaminster

Beaminster, Dorset
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Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Downstairs bathroom
Enclosed garden / patio
Open fire / wood burner
Pub nearby
Shop nearby
Romantic
Thatched
Parking on site / nearby
Decorated for Christmas
Towels included
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At a glance

  • Charming thatched 18th century cottage full of character and with extensive countryside views
  • Located in a tranquil setting on the edge of a small town yet walking distance to local amenities 
  • Relax in the enclosed garden or enjoy meals in the conservatory which overlooks the cottage garden
Overview
Property code: DC099

This chocolate-box thatched cottage dates from the 18th century is furnished to a high standard and is packed full of original features and outstanding character.

Brimming with charm and character, this 18th-century chocolate box cottage offers a delightful home from home for your family and beloved four-legged friends. With extensive countryside views, miles of rural walks lie on your doorstep, an activity that is always best finished with a hearty meal at the local pub just 0.5 miles away. Spend your days exploring the stunning Dorset countryside with the dogs before returning to this cosy bolthole for a night in beside the roaring wood burner or a picnic in the idyllic garden.

This delightful stone cottage has been beautifully renovated by the owners to create a perfect blend of original features and modern-day comforts. The country kitchen/diner is perfect for rustling up delicious family meals, with its Belfast sink and shaker-style units. A farmhouse table in the conservatory offers a sunny spot for family meals. In the evenings, hunker down on one of the sofas or armchairs in the cosy lounge and settle in for a night of films or games while your canine companion enjoys the warmth of the wood burner. On ascending the stairs, which are steep and winding with narrow treads, you will find both bedrooms have been decorated in serene whites to ensure a restful sleep. When the sun is shining, the mature enclosed garden offers a peaceful haven amongst the flowers and plants. The bathroom is located on the ground floor and has a bath with a shower over.

Less than half a mile from the centre of the historic town of Beaminster, this property is a short walk from the local shops and pubs. Beaminster Museum is open from April to November and presents a range of historical exhibitions about the village and surrounding area. Far from the Madding Crowd fans should visit the Jacobean Mapperton House and Gardens (2 miles), where a cafe serves delicious cakes and lunches. Explore this unspoilt rural landscape on foot with the dog or hop in the car to reach the Jurassic Coast (7.5 miles).

  • 2 bedrooms – 1 king-size and 1 twin
  • 1 bathroom with shower over the bath and a WC on the ground floor
  • Electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, microwave, Nespresso coffee pod machine, washing machine and dishwasher
  • Electric panel radiators throughout main house and underfloor heating in bathroom
  • Wood burner (first basket of logs included October - April; kindling and firelighters not included)
  • Wi-Fi included
  • Smart TV and Bluetooth sound system
  • Selection of books, DVDs, games and puzzles in lounge
  • Off-road parking to the rear of the property with additional parking on the village lane in front
  • Staircase is steep and winding with narrow treads, children to take care, stairgate available
  • Guests are welcome to take their own travel cot and highchair for infants
  • Enclosed garden with seating
  • Stand for small disposable BBQs (BBQs not supplied) only due to thatch roof
  • Local pub and shops 0.3 miles
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 15:00 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 £200 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £25. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

Belinda Withey

This property is personally managed by Belinda.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 28 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Ann-maria 30th August 2024

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It's a lovely cosy cottage,really well equipped and very clean

Reviewed by Julie 23rd August 2024

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Lovely cosy cottage, well-equipped and in a good location. We really enjoyed the conservatory.

Reviewed by Catherine 5th July 2024

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Comfortable cottage & well equipped we enjoyed our stay. Only downside was it was quite noisy from the traffic which you didnt expect on such a small road. Field across the road with public footpaths for dog walking. Lovely town and both pubs were great for both food & drink & only a 10 minute walk into the town. Overall a lovely stay

Reviewed by Margaret 14th June 2024

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Well equipped, clean and comfortable cottage. Location very convenient for shops, restaurants and pubs in Beaminster which can be reached on foot in 10 minutes. Good walks can be done from the door. Garden disappointing as rather overgrown. The cottage was fine for 2 of us, but would be a squeeze for 4 adults.

Reviewed by S J 3rd May 2024

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Reviewed by Nigel 1st March 2024

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Littlethatch is a delightful place to stay. It is comfortable, cosy, well and generously equipped, with Westerly views across fields to distant hills and with a private and enclosed, pretty back garden. The table in the kitchen was fine for the two of us but for four, I think the table in the conservatory would be more comfortable. We struggled witRead moreh the dish washer. Parking the car, we used the parking space at the rear in preference to the one in the lane which left the car slightly exposed. Hide

Reviewed by Paul 27th October 2023

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Reviewed by Anthony 6th October 2023

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We had a great holiday, very restful, nice cottage - we will try and rebook another holiday there at some stage. The owners have put a lot of thought into what customers want, and everything provided is to a high specification - thanks for our great time. The welcome biscuits were nice ( I am ashamed to say that I ate most of them within the first Read more10 minutes of making a cup of tea) Hide

Reviewed by David 29th September 2023

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Reviewed by jeremy 8th September 2023

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just perfect

Reviewed by Jacky 1st September 2023

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Lovely cottage with a good enclosed garden, 10min walk into the village with 2 good friendly pubs serving good food. Nice little village to walk round.

Reviewed by Dan 18th August 2023

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Nice cottage on the edge of Beaminster. Somewhat tired but comfortable. Under provisioned compared to many other places. It felt a bit neglected.

Reviewed by Christine 28th July 2023

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A lovely cottage, very well equipped and all good quality. Well positioned for trips to the coast. We would definitely stay again

Reviewed by Gillian 14th July 2023

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We enjoyed our stay. The cottage is close to the shops. Great views across the fields and a really nice area for walking/cycling. Plenty of places to eat nearby. The big letdown for us was the lack of cleanliness of the cottage and we found broken glass on the kitchen floor.

Reviewed by Anthony 23rd June 2023

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A charming cottage, in need of a good clean and some T.L.C.

Reviewed by Terry J 21st May 2023

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Clean, comfortable,and cosy good parking safe and secure garden for anyone who are taking their dogs

Reviewed by Sally-Anne 12th May 2023

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We found the cottage very comfortable, everything you needed for self catering. We have 2 dogs, the garden is secure and there are open fields opposite the cottage to walk them. Beautiful views from the cottage. The bathroom is downstairs, which wasn't a problem to us, but if you have mobility problems it could be an issue. The area is beautiful toRead more explore. We found the pubs very dog friendly. Hide

Reviewed by Irene 14th April 2023

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Reviewed by Barry 24th March 2023

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Reviewed by Ian 3rd March 2023

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Lovely cottage, very warm and cosy. The only downsides are the very steep and twisty stair case, not ideal for elderly or very young and the bathroom is a bit of a trek if you need to use it during the night, otherwise very nice little cottage in a lovely village with some nice shops and pubs.

Reviewed by Abigail 2nd December 2022

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Lovely cottage in convenient pretty location. Very quiet. Beds comfortable and so was the sofa. Lovely view over the fields and so quiet. Thanks for welcome pack. Think you would be hard pushed to find a cottage as good as this in beaminster. Would return and recommend.

Reviewed by Claire 27th November 2022

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Thoroughly enjoyed our stay in the cottage and loved Beaminster! Everything close at hand including great shops, restaurants and places to explore. Many thanks

Reviewed by Lisa 11th November 2022

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A super cottage in a lovely location within easy walking distance of the town. All amenities available in the town. The cottage was very well appointed and the garden is dog friendly! We particularly enjoyed walking and exploring the beaches near by.

Reviewed by Alwyn 5th November 2022

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Clean, tidy and very cosy. Loved it. Dog safe garden too :-)

Reviewed by Linda 28th October 2022

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This lovely cottage is full of charm and very well equipped. It's situated in a beautiful location just a short stroll from pubs restaurants and shops including a very useful Co-op with good opening hours. As dog owners, the walks in surrounding countryside were fantastic even though we picked a very wet week to visit so we look forward to visitingRead more again in sunnier times. Hide

Reviewed by Jeffrey 25th October 2022

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Reviewed by Sarah 17th September 2022

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Beautiful location and comfortable cottage.

Reviewed by Chris 9th September 2022

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