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Bielsa

West Bay, near Bridport, Dorset
Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Change Sat
Dogs welcome 1
3 star
Apartment
Towels included
Internet access
Downstairs bedroom
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • Apartment centrally located within a former shipyard
  • Close to the fabulous West Bay harbour and beach
  • One double bed , one sofa bed if required
Property code: OC-WY537

Spend long days on the beach with your four-legged friend then return to the comfort of this pup-friendly holiday home in Dorset’s West Bay. Set on a former shipyard, the one-bedroom apartment sleeps four guests, making it ideal for a dog-loving family’s getaway. With a private patio where you can all enjoy the sea air, the modern holiday home also has access to a shared lawn where you can throw a ball for your happy hound on warm evenings.

Step into the inviting retreat to find yourselves in a contemporary lounge/kitchen/diner, with all the creature comforts your party might require. Prepare tasty meals and snacks in the kitchen area, with its breakfast bar, and feed your canine friend here too. Dine at the table, find a film on TV or play games while your contented canine dozes quietly on the rug. The sofa in this room can be made up as an extra double bed by prior arrangement. The main bedroom,  has a double bed and comes with an en-suite bathroom. Treat yourselves to a glass of wine on the patio on summer nights, with your happy hound keeping you company. Guests will be given a permit to park, but spaces are subject to availability. There is also a pay car park nearby.

Grab your beach bag and head to nearby beaches that welcome waggy-tailed visitors all year round. Try Freshwater Beach, 2.5 miles away, or Eype Beach, 1 mile away. Venture 9.5 miles inland to the hillfort of Coney''s Castle. Another hillfort, Lambert’s Castle, is just 1 mile away and also on National Trust land. Take your pal on long walks along the South West Coast Path. Keen hikers might like to attempt all, or part of, the 9-mile stretch to Lyme Regis.

  • 1 double bedroom
  • 1 en-suite bathroom with shower over the bath and WC
  • Electric hob and electric fan oven, under-counter fridge with freezer box, microwave,
  • Welcome pack
  • TV in lounge 
  • Private patio with table and chairs, plus shared lawn
  • Parking permit provided for a limited number of parking spaces – alternatively, pay and display car parking is nearby
  • Pub, shop and beach 0.5 miles
  • Please bring your own beach towels
  • Sleeps 2+2: double sofa bed in the lounge available on request
  • 1 x dog welcome
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 1 dog allowed. Additional charges may apply

Samantha Banner

This property is personally managed by Samantha.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 17 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Katharine 7th June 2026

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Had a good holiday in Bielsa but be prepared for no hanging space in the bedroom and an overhanging cupboard over the bed! Apart from that it was comfortable and l had everything l needed

Reviewed by Sylvia 31st May 2026

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We really enjoyed our time in the apartment, it had all we needed. Lovely comfortable bed, comfy settee and nice facilities. Unfortunately let down by the Housekeeping team. The 'patio' looked a bit scruffy and unloved. Not a good welcome.

Reviewed by Janice 25th May 2026

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Lovely apartment and great location

Reviewed by Marilyn 19th April 2026

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Small but very comfortable. A coffee table would be a useful addition.

Reviewed by Matthew 10th March 2026

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Reviewed by Sage 28th February 2026

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Be aware, despite the property being advertised with a parking permit the parking is not guaranteed and on a first come first served basis. We stayed out of season for a week and never got to use the permit. Parking in West Bay is NOT cheap. The accomodation is in a good location providing you have no mobility issues as you cannot unload the car Read moreclose to the property. The apartment is small, would be cramped with four people. The furnishings tired and not comfortable, so if you are planning on spending relaxing evenings here don't. It was cold on arrival, all the sockets were turned off at the electric meter, so the welcome pint of milk was in a fridge not switched on? We didn't use the cooking facilities at all during our stay so cannot comment on what they were like. We used just the kettle. Bed extremely uncomfortable, could do with replacing. Towels for bathroom thin and hard, we used our own. Shower pressure very poor and chrome parts very limescaly. Also be aware you are expected to take all your rubbish from the bins with you when you leave, with instructions on how to get to the recycling/rubbish centre. We left disappointed with our stay. Hide

Reviewed by David 6th October 2025

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Reviewed by Sandra 5th October 2025

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Reviewed by David 30th June 2025

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Excellent value for money, 2 minutes walk to the harbour. Kitchen has everything you need, lounge is great and airy, bedroom a slight squeeze but didnt worry us. Not a lot of room for your clothes but again didnt worry us would we stay here again, yes definitely, it is the perfect location, and pound for pound is exceptional value.

Reviewed by Jane 30th April 2025

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The location combined with a parking permit are the real selling points of this small property.

Reviewed by Phillip 6th October 2024

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Overall the location is obviously the key selling point but we felt it was overpriced for the standard. It could be fabulous but needs a little tlc.

Reviewed by Ray 23rd September 2024

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Reviewed by Brian 8th September 2024

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Perfect location for dog owners. Dog friendly beach with lovely views along the coast. Great to have parking. Clean but a little tired,could do with updating. Still good value.

Reviewed by Philippa 31st August 2024

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The apartment is in a great position near to the beach and all amenities. It was modern inside, clean and tidy with everything we needed. Very dog friendly at West Bay.

Reviewed by Alexander 22nd August 2024

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Excellent location, very close to beach. Lovely area and locals are lovely. Amenities are good. Only down point is that the fridge, even on coldest setting did not keep food properly cool resulting in lots of food and milk being thrown away. This property has no washing machine which is a bit of a shame but apart from that had great stay

Reviewed by Norman 28th July 2024

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Good location, but parking not included which was a surprise on arrival and not very attentive owners when the outside door didnt lock or unlock.

Reviewed by Lee 23rd June 2024

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Stayed for a week in June 2024,property is in a great location for amenities. If you don't venture out much thus is not the property for you is all I will say

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Canine Cottages is a trading name of The Travel Chapter Limited | The Travel Chapter Limited is registered in England and Wales. | Registered office Travel Chapter House, Gammaton Road, Bideford, EX39 4DF. Company No. 02431506 | VAT reg: 143053210.