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Dorset Hideaway

Symondsbury, near Bridport, Dorset
Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • Stone built cottage with wood burner set within the heart of the village with a good selection of amenities are available on the doorstep including a café
  • Explore the spectacular Jurassic Coastline and surrounding Dorset countryside
  • Settle down with your four-legged friends beside the wood burner after a walk to Colmers Hill
Property code: OC-77793

Enjoy the simple pleasures in life from this charming semi-detached cottage set in a courtyard in a delightful Dorset village, where creative workshops and quaint tea rooms are the order of the day. With two bedrooms, the property is well-suited to couples or a small family, and two dogs are welcome along for the ride. Head off on foot – or paw – to explore the many routes winding through the spectacular Dorset countryside that leads directly from your door.

Inside, the property is decorated in cool, muted tones, giving an air of calm and relaxation. Exposed wooden beams and a stone hearth add character to the cosy lounge, and your little balls of fluff can curl up on the rug in front of the wood burner while you catch up with your favourite TV shows. Prepare homecooked suppers in the contemporary kitchen and, when your day is done, trudge upstairs to the spacious super king-size bedroom or comfortable en-suite double room. Outside, unwind with a glass of wine in the compact courtyard gardens while watching the world go by – and perhaps slip your furry friends a biscuit treat or two for good behaviour.

From the village, a half-mile walk up Colmers Hill will reward you with panoramic views of the rolling hills and Dorset coast. Get an even closer view of the English Channel exploring the dramatic scenery of the Jurassic Coast, which has several pet-friendly beaches, including Eype (2 miles) and Cogden (6 miles). The vibrant market town of Bridport (2 miles) has a good selection of dog-friendly pubs and restaurants, while to the south is Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens (11 miles), where dogs on leads can sniff out the colourful blooms.

  • 2 bedrooms - 1 super-king-size zip-and-link (which can be made into a twin on request) and 1 double
  • 1 bathroom and 1 en-suite shower room
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, dishwasher, fridge and freezer
  • Wood burner (First basket of logs included)
  • Free public car park approx. 50m from the property (subject to availability). Unloading available immediately outside
  • TV in the lounge
  • Arrival: 16:00 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 5 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Tracy 24th March 2026

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Location is in the courtyard shared with cafe, gallery etc and small front garden is open to inquisitive customers to the wider complex, so little Privacy.

Reviewed by Frances 21st November 2025

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A charming cottage on the lovely Symondsbury Estate, with a short walk to Colmer Hill for outstanding views over the Dorset countryside. The beds, the sofas, the dining chairs are all very comfortable , plus two great bathrooms and a very well equipped kitchen with dishwasher, good size fridge and freezer. We love this area, and this cottage ( our Read moresecond visit) and always stop at the cafe and shop on our way down to Devon, and back. It's just perfect Hide

Reviewed by Mark 12th May 2025

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Reviewed by Lori 12th July 2024

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This cottage was charming and welcoming. The location was idyllic, it was well-equipped and the beds were the most comfortable that we had ever slept in! The cottage was embraced by a wonderful setting, including an art gallery, farm shop, boutique and lovely restaurant (where we ate several times) the food was locally sourced and delicious. AlthouRead moregh surrounded by these excellent facilities, the cottage was still very peaceful. There were lots of interesting places and beaches nearby. Hide

Reviewed by Sylvia 28th June 2024

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Nice location with amenities; shop, cafe etc. Cottage really comfortable. Friendly environment. Ilkchester pub good, shame its not open every day.

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Location

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Note: As the postcode is used to identify the general area of the property, it may not always reflect its precise location, therefore please only use this map as a guide.
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.