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Mallards Barn

Chideock, near Bridport, Dorset
Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Change Sat
Dogs welcome 2
5 star
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Luxury
Internet access
Decorated for Christmas
Downstairs bathroom
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
Complex
Country houses
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At a glance

  • Spacious and stylish detached cottage tucked away in peaceful rural setting
  • Ideal for beach lovers with a beautiful beach within walking distance
  • Miles of wonderful walks to explore along the Jurassic Coast and surrounding countryside
Property code: OC-DC110

This delightful two-storey property is ideal for families, friends, and two faithful four-legged friends seeking a restful holiday in Dorset. Located on a quiet lane, the cottage sits less than a mile from a shingle beach and leads directly to the coast at Seatown. A short 3-mile drive will bring you to Bridport, a bustling town with independent shops, eateries, and plenty of scenic walks for your hounds, including the circular walk to Eype.

Three steps lead up to a stable door of this characterful cottage and then you’ll step into the pretty double aspect lounge/diner. With stylish spotlights and fresh neutral decor, this is a charming social space for dining and relaxing. The cosy lounge area offers comfortable sofas for enjoying chatting or watching a movie on the Smart TV. When it is time to eat, rustle up some tasty treats in the contemporary kitchen; you’ll find all the appliances you need. A sleek shower room completes the downstairs features. Upstairs, you’ll find a double bedroom with exposed beams and an elegant wrought-iron bed, and a twin bedroom with a slanted ceiling and a pretty cottage window. Outside, relax on the private patio with rattan furniture and enjoy al fresco meals on fine days. Parking is available for one small car; additional paid parking at the local shop is subject to availability.

West Bay (4.5 miles) is a must-visit attraction, with plenty of shops and eateries, and although the beach has seasonal restrictions, one section is open to your hounds year-round. Your pups will ask to stay on the lead while you explore the ancient hillfort at Maiden Castle, but there are plenty of trails and scenic views. For some off-lead action, head 20 miles to discover Rodwell Trail with open spaces to play.

  • 2 bedrooms - 1 double and 1 twin, both with reduced height in the eaves
  • 1 ground-floor shower room
  • Gas oven and hob, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, washing machine and microwave 
  • Smart TV and Bluetooth speaker
  • Patio with garden furniture
  • Parking for 1 small car (further parking available at the local shop a couple of minutes’ walk away subject to availability and costs)
  • Beach and coastal walks 1 mile, shop and pubs within walking distance
  • This property can be booked together with neighbouring property and annexe to accommodate up to 10 people in total
  • Please note if bringing small children you will be required to bring your own high chair, travel cot and stair gates
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 15:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

 

Becky Wakelin

This property is personally managed by Becky.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 13 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Kay 2nd March 2026

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Lovely cottage in lovely part of the country with good walks and other places to visit nearby; friendly and helpful hosts too.

Reviewed by Emily 1st November 2025

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Absolutely delightful! Great home from home. Wonderful location just a short walk to the beach to see the sun set. A great little pizza place at Seatown and a sauna box to boot. Close to Lyme Regis and Bridport.. lovely market town. Despite being close to the main road it was really peaceful. Great views from the bedroom window! And a delightful suRead morerprise from the owners on arrival! Hosts were great. Left us to it but on hand if anything needed. Very welcoming. Loads of local info in the house. Hide

Reviewed by Janis 6th September 2025

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Lovely location everything you need is in the cottage.Beds very comfortable and very clean throughout.

Reviewed by David 2nd August 2025

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A really lovely, well looked-after house with a good sized living room (and plenty of seating), comfortable beds, a great view from the main bedroom, fabulous bathroom with walk-in shower and an ideal location, especially if youre up for a 20 minute walk to an idyllic shingle beach with a proper pub. Carroll is great - lots of local knowledge and rRead moreeally helpful without being at all intrusive. The house is clean, off the main road and well placed to explore west Dorset. We thoroughly recommend. Hide

Reviewed by Janet 23rd June 2025

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Spotless, well equipped cottage in a convenient location for a shingle beach and walks along the coastal path. Excellent communication with the owner - one very insignificant instance with the toaster (2 slots not working out of 4) was solved within 24 hours despite it not affecting our stay in any way. Easy to miss the turning into the property - Read morelook for white railings on the right very soon after turning into Duck St & turn between them & a thatched cottage. Highly recommended Hide

Reviewed by Julie 14th June 2025

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A comfortable and clean cottage. Plenty of crockery and cooking utensils. Great location for walking to the beach at Sea Town and also very handy for the bus to Axminster and Bridport.

Reviewed by Nick 23rd October 2024

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Lovely cottage in nice village with great coastal walks from your door. Some lovely housewarming gifts and very helpful advice on eating out and trips.

Reviewed by Roger 21st September 2024

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Property was lovely, views were stunning and in a nice location to access surrounding area. Had everything we needed and a few nice surprises on arrival. Contact and arrangements for arrival were easy and friendly.

Reviewed by Dagmar 15th September 2024

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We had such a lovely week at Mallards Barn. The cottage is perfect. It had everything we needed and more, was clean and felt really homely right from the off. The area around Chideock is just so beautiful. We loved Lyme Regis, West Bay and Charmouth beaches. The icing on the cake every evening was our stroll to Seatown for the sunset with a meal anRead mored some drinks at The Anchor. We have already decided to definitely go back (hopefully) next year. Wonderful week away!!!!! Hide

Reviewed by N 31st August 2024

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Lovely barn conversion with plenty of room for 4 people. For the active there were paths from the village at Chideock directly to Golden Cap and Thorncombe Beacon. Although just off the main road you are not disturbed by any traffic noise

Reviewed by Suzanne 24th August 2024

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We loved our stay. The cottage is v comfortable and is so well equipt with everything you could need. The beds were really comfortable, and the location was fab. We loved the short walk to the beach every eve to watch the sun set. We arrived to some lovely welcome gifts and felt completely at home throughout our stay. We hope to stay again soon andRead more we would 100% recommend this cottage. Hide

Reviewed by Jon 27th July 2024

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We have stayed at holiday cottages for a number of years now and this place is right up there. The owners have done a great job in creating a home from home feeling. They showed some nice touches of class, that I wont mention as dont want to spoil the surprise for future holiday goers. Great property, great location. Will definitely be going again.

Reviewed by Jean 22nd June 2024

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The owners , who live next door, are very obliging and helpful. Wonderful hollyhocks and other cottage garden flowers surrounding the cottage.

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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.