Cottage in Dorset

About this property

Situated on the edge of the popular Dorset town of Beaminster, this attractive wing of a stone cottage offers cosy and welcoming accommodation for a family seeking to enjoy this tranquil and breathtaking area.

Peacefully located on a rural lane in the heart of the Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the cottage is within easy walking distance of Beaminster s market square, home to a choice of great places to eat and drink. The Jacobean Mapperton House and Gardens is nearby (2.5 miles), and there are miles of stunning walks to enjoy from the doorstep. The bustling Georgian market town of Bridport (6.5 miles) is just half a mile from the coast and has a range of independent shops, pubs, restaurants and cafes. Bridport is the gateway to the Jurassic Coast, with miles of sandy beaches including West Bay (8 miles), Hive Beach (9.5 miles) and Chesil Beach (22 miles). Local attractions include Pilsdon Pen (6 miles), Lewesdon Hill (4 miles) and the popular town of Lyme Regis (16 miles). On entering this light and attractive property you will find a hallway with seating and a selection of books on the bookcase. This leads you into the bright and spacious open plan lounge/kitchen/diner. A double sided wood burner is at the heart of the space, dividing the room into two parts, with a step leading up to the raised kitchen. The stylishly designed kitchen/diner offers an attractive dining area and is fully equipped with an electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher and breakfast bar. The washing machine is in the separate utility room. The stylish lounge features a vaulted beamed ceiling and French doors leading to the terrace and is an ideal space to unwind in, with TV/DVD and plenty of seating. There is also a ground floor WC. Going upstairs you will find three comfortable bedrooms: there is a spacious super king size bedroom with a Juliette balcony overlooking the garden, a king size bedroom and a twin bedroom. The first floor also features a bathroom as well as a shower room, each with a WC. Please note, the upstairs rooms all have sloping ceilings and reduced head height at the eaves. Stepping outside you can relax on the gravelled terrace which has outdoor furniture and a BBQ. The house is set within around half an acre of grounds facing fields with an orchard area and natural hedgerows bordering the garden. There is ample parking for 4 cars available. Need to know: 3 bedrooms 1 super king size, 1 king size and 1 twin. 2 bathrooms on the first floor 1 bathroom with bath and WC, 1 shower room with shower and WC. 1 ground floor WC. Kitchen electric oven, gas hob, fridge, freezer, microwave, dishwasher. Utility room with washing machine. TV/DVD in the lounge. Wood burner (logs provided free of charge Oct Apr). Garden with outdoor furniture and BBQ. Off road parking for 4 cars. Dogs are not permitted in the bedrooms. Wi Fi included. Selection of books, games and DVDs. Central heating and electric included. Underfloor heating. Shop/pub 800 metres. Coast 7 miles. Bridport 6 miles.

Accommodation

Enclosed garden / patio, Open fire / woodburner, Internet access, Pub within 1 mile, Shop within 1 mile, Family friendly, Decorated for Christmas, Cottage