Guests say
Little Forge is a well-liked cottage in West Lulworth, appreciated for its prime location close to the beach and local amenities. Guests have praised the property's cleanliness, comfortable setup, and the thoughtful touches such as welcome gifts. While some minor maintenance issues and comfort concerns with bedding have been noted, the overall sentiment is positive, with many guests expressing a desire to return.
The majority of guests found the cottage to be clean and well-presented upon arrival. However, a few guests mentioned issues such as dust, cobwebs, and a musty smell in some areas, suggesting room for improvement in deep cleaning and ventilation.
The cottage's location is highly praised for its proximity to Lulworth Cove, Durdle Door, and local dining options. Its central position is ideal for exploring Dorset and enjoying coastal walks, contributing to its high rating.
Guests generally found the cottage comfortable, with special mentions of good showers and a cozy log burner. However, some guests noted the beds were firm and could be short for taller individuals, and there were comments about the lack of control over heating.
Facilities at Little Forge are well-regarded, with a well-equipped kitchen and good showers. Nonetheless, guests have reported maintenance issues such as heating control, lighting, and appliance functionality, indicating a need for updates and repairs.
Guests frequently mentioned and appreciated the thoughtful welcome gifts, including Dorset tea, milk, biscuits, and flowers. While these gestures are warmly received, it is important to note that such amenities are subject to change and may not be guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
This modern thatched cottage is nestled in West Lulworth just a few minutes' walk from the beautiful Lulworth Cove on the Dorset Coast. It is perfect for a romantic retreat or a small family.
After a day of walking and exploring the coast the inglenook fireplace is perfect to light to warm up and relax while enjoying an evening drink whilst snuggling up on the sofa. The contemporary kitchen is ideal for preparing wonderful meals which can be enjoyed in the dining room by the fire. There is one en-suite bedroom on the ground floor and a further en-wuite bedroom on the Upper floor.
Little Forge benefits from a contemporary bright interior with pale wood flooring and modern furnishings. West Lulworth is the ideal village to visit to enjoy a traditional Dorset holiday. You will pass local pubs and restaurants, ideally located for a spot of lunch while walking to Lulworth Cove beach from Little Forge. Why not pop into the ice-cream shop or seafood shack (all seasonal) for an on the move treat? The beach is perfect for enjoying the sun and coastal views, you could take a Jurassic Kayak Tour whilst on holiday; depending on the day you may see birds of prey, jelly fish and be shown rock side pools and fossils. There are many options for both coastal or country walks, or a combination of the two, as walking in this area is wonderful with the stunning views. Nearby visitor attractions include Monkey World and The Tank Museum both which are acclaimed and worth a visit if you are looking for day out.
Returning after an adventurous day out enjoy eating alfresco on the rear patio in the summer or have a glass of something warming cosying up on the sofa in the winter.
Little Forge and Forge Cottage are sister adjoining properties. Forge Cottage Property ID:994203.
West Lulworth boasts the most dramatic geological features on the Jurassic coast line and arguably the most photographed locations in the UK is Durdle Door. Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door sit side by side at the heart of this area and really are a must visit. Lulworth Cove has many little café’s and beach side shacks serving local seafood, ice cream and other delights, as well as several restaurants and pubs from which to choose. There is an Lulworth estate information centre which offers an insight into how the cove and Durdle door were formed and Jurassic history of the region. If you tire of Cove and cliff top walks then Lulworth Castle is a short drive away and offers another glimpse at some more recent history, along with Tyneham Village, and Corfe Castle. This is a really special area and the village retains a lot of it’s thatched cottages and has a real air of a rural retreat.
Accommodation
Kitchen.
Sitting room/Diner with wood burning stove.
1x double bed with en-suite shower, hand basin and WC.
Stairs to first floor.
1x double bed with single bed en-suite bath, hand basin and WC.
Gas Central heating.
Electric Oven and hob, microwave, Dishwasher.
Washing machine.
Fridge, Freezer.
Wifi.
Bose Sound Speaker Dock.
Cot & Highchair available.
Fuel and power includedin rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off road parking for one cars (bay measures 3m x 10m depth).
Patio area with table and chairs.
This property does not allow electric car charging.
Nearby points of interest
- Lulworth Cove
- Durdle Door
- Studland Bay
- Studland Beach And Nature Reserve
- The Tank Museum
- Monkey World
- The Dinosaur Museum
- Poole Harbour
- Swanage Railway
- Corfe Castle
Reviews (39)
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Trevor
As there are no controls in this property it is difficult to manage. We found we did need to use the free standing fan heater to warm up downstairs
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Vanda
Excellent location with good food at the Castle Inn less than 5 mins away and the superb Limestone Hotel Restaurant across the road. Beach and Coast Path very close. The main inaccuracy is with the outdoor seating area - the photos on the website do not show that it is next to the Calor Gas tank or that the adjoining cottage can park their car right next to it ( luckily the couple staying at Forge Cottage kindly parked in next space. It was also not warm enough to eat outside in the evening). The addition of bedside lamps in the upstairs bedroom and modern LED lightbulbs that give out a decent level of light would also be useful.
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Wayne
10 minute walk from the cove which was gorgeous, we have never been to Dorset before but instantly fell in love with it that we intend to come back next summer!