Mead Cottage

About this property

Tucked away in the tranquil location in West Bay, Dorset is this lovely two-bedroom property, Mead Cottage. Benefitting from an enclosed garden, off-road parking for two cars and close access to the local beach and amenities, Mead Cottage welcomes four guests to relish the ultimate getaway on the Jurassic Coast.

Cross the threshold into a homely sitting room adorned with a gas fire and Smart TV, perfect for kicking back and relaxing after a long day of walking and exploring the area. The well-equipped kitchen is perfect for preparing meals to enjoy at the dining table altogether, or if the weather permits, why not venture out into the enclosed garden and savour some alfresco dining in amongst your lovely surroundings with the Dorset countryside as your backdrop.

On the first floor there are two bedrooms, a plush king-size bedroom and a twin both served by a spacious bathroom with a bath & shower over.

Begin your day at the harbour with its pleasure crafts and fishing boats, which is flanked by large stretches of shingle beaches either side. For the more active, traverse the cliffs on the coastal footpaths that envelope the bay.

Take a trip to nearby Bridport which has a wide, vibrant and eclectic cultural mix of events, and entertainment. For history buffs, Bridport Museum offers a variety of exhibits to enjoy For history buffs and the town boasts a good mix of local shops as well as regular street markets and farmer markets throughout the month. If you’d prefer to test out your swing, the Bridport and West Dorset Golf Club welcomes non-members or for a wildlife-centred activity, spend the day at Donkey Walking Adventures. The picturesque seaside town of Lyme Regis is only a short drive away, boasting the Lyme Regis Museum, the Dinosaurland Fossil Museum, in addition to several beautiful beaches and the famous Cobb harbour.

However you choose to while away the days in Dorset, ensure you do it from the tasteful base of Mead Cottage.

West Bay, fondly known as “The Gateway to the Dorset Jurassic Coast” and popularised by the TV series Broadchurch, lies close to the glorious sandstone cliffs of Golden Cap, at the western end of the dramatic pebbly Chesil Beach. This is a wonderful seaside location, perfect for family holidays, offering scenic walks along the South West Coast Path, as well as ample opportunities to try your hand at sea fishing, crabbing, boating and golf. Visit the homes of Thomas Hardy and TE Lawrence, the Tank Museum at Bovington or the Naval air Museum at Yeovil. Only 1.5 miles away is the vibrant market town of Bridport, featured in the TV series, River Cottage. The area holds plenty of attractions to suit the whole family! Just a short drive West takes you to Charmouth for fossil hunting, to the picturesque seaside resort of Lyme Regis, and to River Cottage HQ near Axminster. To the East are the lovely Sub-tropical Gardens and Swannery at Abbotsbury, and the golden sands of Weymouth. This wonderful location makes an ideal base for a great family holiday.

Accommodation

Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size, 1 x twin.

Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.

Kitchen/diner.

Sitting room with gas fire

Gas central heating.

Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, hairdryer.

Smart TV, WiFi.

Fuel and power included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Off-road parking for 2 cars.

Electric car charging point available from July 2023 (please note there is an additional for use of this facility).

Enclosed rear garden with patio, gravelled area and furniture.

Sorry, no smoking.

Shop 0.3 miles, pub 0.6 miles, beach 0.5 miles.

Note: This property does not accept children under the age of 12 years.

Note: Check-in from 4pm, check-out at 10am