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Oaktree Cottage - Marshwood

Charmouth (3.5mls N), Dorset
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Sleeps 5
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Downstairs bathroom
Enclosed garden / patio
Open fire / wood burner
Internet access
Beach within easy reach
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
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At a glance

  • New to our collection for Summer 2023!
  • Set in an elevated position on the edge of an ancient hill fort with stunning views over Marshwood Vale
  • A wood burner makes this characterful country cottage an ideal retreat at any time of the year
  • Blending original features with contemporary comforts, a great base for touring the Jurassic Coast and rural Dorset
Property code: 91774

Marshwood is a tranquil spot a mere 4 miles from the Jurassic Coast, making it an ideal base for a holiday spent touring or simply relaxing in peaceful surrounds. The hamlet sits within open countryside and is part of a hill fort in the care of the National Trust, where you can enjoy panoramic views and many walking routes. Within 5 miles you will find popular beaches at Charmouth and West Bay, as well as Lyme Regis, known for its historic Cobb harbour and picture-postcard streets, which are full of boutique shop and eateries. Abbotsbury with its subtropical gardens and swannery, Eype, Burton Bradstock and the county town of Dorchester, former home of Thomas Hardy are all within 20 miles.

The entrance into this semi-detached cottage is found via a gravel path, which leads to the sun room. This light and bright room has space to dine and a doorway to the kitchen. Traditional in style, the kitchen has all you need to prepare light meals before settling down beside the wood burner in the adjacent lounge. Leading on from here you will find a compact snug with space for two to relax in front of the Smart TV. Just next door is the shower room with WC. From the snug a steep, cottage style staircase rises to the first floor. A double bedroom is to the right, the bed is set against a wall with access from one side. There is a king-size zip-and-link bedroom to the left and walking through this bedroom will take you into the king-size bedroom, which completes the accommodation. Due to the age of the property, there are low ceilings and areas of restricted head height in places, which only adds to its character and charm.

Doors from the lounge lead out onto a compact raised deck with seating for two to enjoy morning coffee or a sundowner, whilst taking in the amazing views. A rolling lawn is below the deck and to the side of the property, which is enclosed by hedging to create a natural ambience.

  • 3 bedrooms - 1 king-size (accessed via another bedroom), 1 double (positioned beside a wall) and 1 king-size zip-and-link (which can be arranged as twin 2'6" beds on request)
  • 1 bathroom - shower room with WC
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, Nespresso coffee machine, fridge/freezer and washing machine
  • Wood burner (1st basket of logs included October to April)
  • Smart TV available in the snug with seating for 2
  • Raised deck with seating for 2 and countryside views, sloping lawn with natural hedged surrounds
  • Off-road parking for 1 car and further parking available along the lane against the hedge 
  • Beach 4 miles, shop and pub 3.5 miles
  • Arrival: 16:00 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.

Belinda Withey

This property is personally managed by Belinda.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

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Reviewed by Jessamy 22nd December 2023

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Beautiful cottage with beautiful views. Everything we needed was provided which was a nice surprise such as washing up liquid and loo roll and even herbs and spices. Well stocked kitchen and amazing fire, and very good communication and help from the lovely host. We would love to stay again one day.

Reviewed by Alan 16th September 2023

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We stayed for a week in mid September and even though we lucked out with the weather for the first half of the week, it didn't matter as the cottage is fantastic! It had everything we needed and more, location was brilliant for our needs (fossil hunting and birdwatching) and the views once the weather improved are incredible. Even during the bad weRead moreather we watched the thunderstorms rolling in, and on the clear nights we stargazed and listened to the owls. Perfect, we can't wait to come back! Hide

Reviewed by Paula 7th September 2023

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Lovely comfortable cottage with everything we needed and the most amazing views. Thoroughly recommend and we hope to come back again.

Reviewed by Peter 23rd June 2023

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A lovely old cottage with fantastic views across to Portland Bill. It is ideally located for visiting many sights in Devon, Dorset and Somerset. We wouldn't hesitate to stay here again.

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