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View towards the property
Lounge area with patio doors
Patio doors leading out into the garden
Lounge/kitchen area
Kitchen area looking towards the lounge
Kitchen area
Dining room with seating for 6
Double bedroom with en-suite
Twin bedroom
Bathroom
1 / 10  View towards the property
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3 / 10  Patio doors leading out into the garden
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7 / 10  Dining room with seating for 6
8 / 10  Double bedroom with en-suite
9 / 10  Twin bedroom
10 / 10  Bathroom

Goldfinch At Lower Manor Farm

Weymouth (2mls NW), Dorset
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Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Change Sat
Dogs welcome 2
3 star
Enclosed garden / patio
Internet access
Pub nearby
Shop nearby
Beach within easy reach
Family friendly
Parking on site / nearby
Decorated for Christmas
Towels for hire
Travel cot available
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • Charming single storey barn conversion just a short drive to many beaches.
  • A well-equipped and comfy holiday home with an enclosed garden
  • An excellent base for exploring the many treasures Dorset has to offer, explore Dorset’s beautiful beaches along the Jurassic Coast
  • Short drive from Weymouth, Dorchester and Bridport
Property code: GOLFI

This pretty cottage, situated just 4 miles from Weymouth, is perfect for your little family – including up to two waggy-tailed members! Sleeping four guests across two welcoming and comfortable bedrooms and with plenty of space for the pups to relax, it won’t be long before you’ll all be up and ready to explore the many coastal paths and picturesque villages accessible from the property. Stroll along the South West Coast Path that’s just 2 miles from the house, and watch the kids and hounds roam as far as their legs will carry them.

This single-storey property, one of three nestled in a quiet spot close to the lovely seaside town of Weymouth, is decorated in soft, inviting colours with quaint finishing touches. Enjoy lesiurley meals in the dining room, while large patio doors flood the lounge with light and make it a wonderful place to enjoy morning sun while the canines stretch their legs in the enclosed garden. Or if the weather’s good, enjoy an al fresco breakfast on the patio to set you up for the day. At bedtime, snuggle into one of the cosy beds in the bedrooms that are furnished with the calming tones of the sea in mind.

Make the most of your proximity to Weymouth and the Jurassic Coast and head down to the beach (4.5 miles), which has a dog exercise area with no restrictions all year round. Don’t forget to visit Nothe Fort (5 miles), which holds a cannon firing display every other Sunday. ‘The Weymouth 4 Kids Treasure Trail’ starts on the Esplanade and the pubs will love ensuring that your dogs leave no stick unfetched in the hunt for clues. Further afield, Durdle Door (18.5 miles) and Lulworth Cove (19.5 miles) are both must-see landscapes and welcome dogs all year round.

  • 2 bedrooms - 1 en-suite double and 1 zip-and-link twin which can be made into a super-king upon request at time of booking
  • 1 en-suite shower room with WC; 1 bathroom with shower over bath and WC
  • Kitchen - electric oven and hob, fridge with ice compartment, microwave and washing machine
  • Separate dining room
  • TV/DVD
  • Wi-Fi available - due to varying signal strength suitable for email and browsing only
  • Towels for hire
  • Electric and central heating included
  • Enclosed garden with patio area
  • 1 of 3 properties
  • Regret no smoking within the properties
  • Ample off-road parking available
  • Sandy beach at Weymouth 4 miles, shop and pubs within 1 mile
  • A short drive to Abbotsbury Swannery, Lulworth Cove and many other attractions
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:30 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.

Nicky Rice

This property is personally managed by Nicky.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 29 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Joanne 27th March 2024

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Reviewed by Derek 19th February 2024

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Reviewed by Julie 4th February 2024

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Lovely property, very well equipped with some thoughtful touches. Very comfy beds and lovely garden overlooking fields. Downside for us was that there was nowhere to walk the dog from the property. I appreciate there are lots of places to drive to with excellent walks but sometimes you don't want to get the car out again. Overall though a lovely coRead morettage and a delightful few days. Hide

Reviewed by Miquette 25th September 2023

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We stayed in Goldfinch and it was beautiful. Lovely garden over looking the fields, we spent our evenings watching the deer graze in the distance. The cottage has everything you need for your stay. The location was brilliant plenty to do in the area. Would highly recommend. Jane, Robert and their team are absolutely wonderful. Nothing is to much trRead moreouble. Hide

Reviewed by Maxine 17th September 2023

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Really well equipped and super clean. Good to have a garden for the dogs and parking. Good access to the coastal road with lovely views and dog friendly beaches. Only a short drive away to good pubs and shop. I would stay here again.

Reviewed by Ian 9th September 2023

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Really well equipped and easy to use appliances . Very clean & tidy property and good parking . 3 step entrance bit tricky if mobility issues but there are 3 properties and this applies to only one. Location excellent for Weymouth, Bowlease , Swanage and if fancy hour drive Boscombe &Bournemouth plus Kimmeridge is lovely and a number of National TrRead moreust beaches etc. Property is in quiet /peaceful location with private back garden and patio which is nice feature. Hide

Reviewed by Barbara 19th August 2023

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Reviewed by Iris 15th July 2023

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Reviewed by Robert 3rd June 2023

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Reviewed by Iris 27th May 2023

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Reviewed by Anthony 13th May 2023

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Beautiful cottage. So comfortable, especially the beds. Equipment is perfect for a holiday. The garden is nice and secure so there was no chance of the dog escaping. Jane is lovely too.

Reviewed by Jacqueline 29th April 2023

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Great location, lovely garden and views. Easy to get to Weymouth and surrounding countryside. Beautifully clean and comfortable. Would come here again and happy to recommend.

Reviewed by Jacky 22nd April 2023

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Reviewed by Jill 1st April 2023

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The cottage was clean and well equipped. Beds were comfy and showers excellent. Sitting on the sofas and looking over the fields at the rear was lovely. The owners even arranged the sunshine. Would definitely go back and explore even more of a fabulous county.

Reviewed by Alison 11th February 2023

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Reviewed by Keith 5th December 2022

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Reviewed by Sara 3rd November 2022

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Fantastic few days ago. Lovely area. Lots to do and see. Cottage was immaculately clean, garden enclosed for our dogs and all round a very comfortable cottage. Would definitely return again.

Reviewed by Rosalind 15th October 2022

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Reviewed by Gordon 8th October 2022

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Road noise in front bedroom. No where to walk dogs.

Reviewed by Julie 17th September 2022

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This was an excellent holiday cottage . It was clean and very comfortable. We especially liked having reclining settees, and the beds were brilliant. The setting is peaceful with pleasant views over countryside from the lounge window. We will definitely book again for next year.

Reviewed by Wendy 27th August 2022

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Cottage was fab , great location , near to everything, yet peaceful x

Reviewed by Anthony 20th August 2022

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Reviewed by Susan 30th July 2022

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Lovely cottage owners friendly and stop for a chat cottage very clean and in a lovely area.

Reviewed by Robert 23rd July 2022

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Reviewed by Ian 2nd July 2022

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Very clean and well equipped cottage hosts were very helpful and friendly garden is good for the dog we had a good time. Ideally situated for touring this area of Dorset.

Reviewed by Robert 4th June 2022

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Cottage was really spotlessly clean and well specked, ideally situated for shopping, pubs and an array of different eating venues. Also really handy for Weymouth town centre 4 miles away and the coastal route to abbotsbury swannery and west bay.

Reviewed by Linda 21st May 2022

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A beautiful, clean, well equipped cottage with lovely views from the garden and importantly, dog friendly. The cottage is a quiet position, but off a busy road.. Jane is helpful and on hand if needed. Just ten minutes into Weymouth, plus places further afield to visit. The Cactus Tree Bistro on Weymouth front do a great breakfast and Portland crab Read moresandwich.. The staff are welcoming and its dog friendly too. Also The Turks Head in Chickerell. Best roast potatoes ever in the Sunday carvery. Hide

Reviewed by Nicholas 23rd April 2022

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The cottage is an ideal location for visiting the south coast either side of Weymouth, which is also where you can take a ferry for a day trip to the Channel Islands. Lulworth Cove (to the east) and Bridport/West Bay (to the west) are good to visit, and Weymouth beach ideal for beach activities. Just one drawback is that it is located off a fairly Read morebusy road, with no footpaths down the sides, so you need to get in the car to go to the pub or to the shops, or to take the dog for a walk. Hide

Reviewed by Sally 16th April 2022

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