Beaminster cottages and self catering

1 bedroom cottage, Beaminster, Dorset, South West England

Sleeps 2
Weekly price range £252 to £530

Self catering accommodation in Beaminster sleeps 2.

Features include: • Short Breaks • Pub nearby • Garden • Sleeps 2

Accommodation overview: PERFECT FOR EXPLORING THE COUNTY OF DORSET AND ALSO SOMERSET AND DEVON Nestling in the Dorset countryside, this single-storey conversion is set in half an acre garden, approached through a private entrance shared only with the owner's adjoining property, a warm welcome awaits but privacy is assured. The village of Mosterton has a thriving village store and a pub both only a 5 minutes walk away. While away the hours exploring the beautiful countryside which is dotted with small villages and market towns which are stunning in all seasons. The small town of Beaminster is just 3.5 miles away and has a selection of shops and good places to eat, the market town of Bridport with its popular farmers markets is just 10 miles. The Jurassic Coast is easily accessible by car, from the well-known beaches of West Bay (11 miles), Burton Bradstock and Lyme Regis to the famous Chesil Beach that stretches for 18 miles. There are countryside walks nearby including the famous Parrett Trail with other walks and cycle paths passing close by the property. The accommodation offers ONE bedroom: double with en-suite shower room and WC. Lounge/kitchen/diner: open-plan with TV, Freeview and DVD. Kitchen area with cooker, microwave and fridge with icebox. Regret no washing machine. Outside: private garden that boasts a wonderful range of flowers with outside seating. Amenities: ample off-road parking. Bed linen, towels, electric and central heating included. Regret no pets or smoking. Additional info: Guests are welcome to bring own travel cot. Location: beach 13 miles, pub, village store and post office walking distance.

Hooke Court, Beaminster, Dorset, South West England

Sleeps 23
Weekly price range £ to £

Self catering accommodation in Beaminster sleeps 23.

Features include: • Open Fire or Woodburner Stove • Golf nearby • Detached • Games Room • Sleeps 23

Accommodation overview: Dating mainly from the 17th century, with some parts much older, this fine spacious, moated manor house, with its own large garden, was formerly owned by the Dukes of Bolton and the Earl of Sandwich. Now part of an educational complex, it has been modernised, yet retains its character and charm and serves as a memorable venue for large family and group re-unions. Boasting eleven bedrooms (8 with en-suite facilities), an elegant drawing room with open fire, a dining room and a games room, it has its own garden. Nestling below the Wessex Ridgeway, and close to the spectacular Dorset coastline, Hooke Court is just 10½ miles from West Bay (formerly Bridport Harbour), and is within easy reach of both pebbly Chesil Beach and Golden Cap cliff. Looking back further into the past than Hardy’s timeless ‘Wessex’, there are traces of Roman and pre-Roman culture ready to be explored. With Maiden Castle, Poundbury, Maumbury Rings and Cerne Abbas – home to the well-endowed Cerne Giant cut into a steep chalk hillside, well worth visiting. For days out, a pilgrimage to Hardy’s birthplace (NT), his school, his home and Stinsford Church, where his heart is buried, is a rewarding experience. Whilst locally, the district surrounding Beaminster has its own rich heritage and is home to a notable Tudor manor house - Mapperton Gardens, the main location for the BBC’s Tom Jones. Close by is Eggardon’s hill fort, 3 nature reserves, fishing, walking and sailing. Roman town of Dorchester (with weekly market), 13 miles. Golf course at Crewkerne. Shops and pubs 3½ miles.

Reception hall. Drawing room with open fire and door to garden. Dining room. Kitchen with range-style cooker. First floor: Three double bedrooms. Five twin bedrooms, one with additional bunk beds (for +2). Second floor: Two twin bedrooms. Single bedroom. Bathroom with toilet. Old chapel games room. All first floor bedrooms with en-suite bathroom and toilet or shower room with toilet.

Strawberie Cottage, Beaminster, Dorset, South West England

Sleeps 2
Weekly price range £271 to £631

Self catering accommodation in Beaminster sleeps 2.

Features include: Short Breaks • Four Poster Bed Open Fire or Wood Burner Stove Pub near by • Pets allowed sleeps 2

Accommodation overview: This pair of charming 200 year old cottages have been fully refurbished and are peacefully located by an historic church enjoying stunning country views. Set on a working farm in a tiny unspoilt village visitors are welcome to explore the farm and wonderful walks over 60 acres of fields and woodland abundant with birds and other wildlife. Beach golf and coastal walking at West Bay (6 miles). Excellent village pub serving food 350 yards shops and restaurants in Beaminster 1½ miles.

Very comfortable beamed sitting/dining room with wood burning stove tiled floor and rugs. Beamed well equipped kitchen. Spacious conservatory. First floor: Double bedroom with 5' four poster bed. Bathroom/W.C. (shower over bath).

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

Childhay Manor, Beaminster, Dorset, South West England

Sleeps 6
Weekly price range £397 to £921

Self catering accommodation in Beaminster sleeps 6.

Features include: Short Breaks • Multi bathrooms Fishing nearby Open Fire or Wood Burner Stove sleeps 6

Accommodation overview: Amidst beautiful rolling hills and tranquil Dorset countryside this delightful property (the left half of the manor house shown in the photograph) boasts its own private garden with a small stream running through it. Set on the owners' organic farm it also offers very spacious comfortable and attractive accommodation as well as the opportunity to enjoy tennis and lovely walks. The surrounding landscape is dotted with picturesque villages and it is an easy drive to the sea at the charming port of Lyme Regis (8 miles). Cricket St Thomas Wildlife Park and Forde Abbey Gardens are both less than 7 miles distant whilst Yeovil home to the Fleet Air Arm Museum and also a dry-ski slope is 12 miles. Montacute House a magnificent Elizabethan manor in the care of the National Trust lies within a short drive as do several other interesting houses and gardens. Horse riding golf cycle hire sailing and sea fishing are all available nearby. Village shop and pub serving food in Broadwindsor 2 miles.

Entrance hall. Attractive and spacious sitting room with rug on flagstone floor and open fire. Utility room. Cloakroom/W.C. Up five steps to modern fitted farmhouse style kitchen with oil Aga electric cooker dining area and walk in larder. Steep stairs to first floor: Twin bedded room. Double bedroom. Bathroom/W.C. with bidet. Up five steps to second double bedroom with ensuite shower room/W.C.

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

Blackberie Cottage, Beaminster, Dorset, South West England

Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £283 to £753

Self catering accommodation in Beaminster sleeps 4.

Features include: Short Breaks • Four Poster Bed Open Fire or Wood Burner Stove Pub near by • Pets allowed sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: This pair of charming 200 year old cottages have been fully refurbished and are peacefully located by an historic church enjoying stunning country views. Set on a working farm in a tiny unspoilt village visitors are welcome to explore the farm and wonderful walks over 60 acres of fields and woodland abundant with birds and other wildlife. Beach golf and coastal walking at West Bay (6 miles). Excellent village pub serving food 350 yards shops and restaurants in Beaminster 1½ miles.

Very comfortable beamed sitting room with wood burning stove tiled floor and rugs. Spacious kitchen with dining area. First floor: Double bedroom with 5' four poster bed. Twin bedded room. Bathroom/W.C. (shower over bath).

Phone enquiries: 0844 847 1143

The Red House, Beaminster, Dorset, South West England

Sleeps 6
Weekly price range £900 to £1299

Self catering accommodation in Beaminster sleeps 6.

Features include: • Open Fire or Woodburner Stove • Pets allowed • Pub nearby • Garden • Sleeps 6

Accommodation overview: Nestling in the heart of the quaint market town of Beaminster, 7 miles from the World Heritage Jurassic Coast and Chesil Beach, this spacious, Grade II Georgian town house has been tastefully renovated and furnished to a high standard. Explore the seaside resorts of Lyme Regis, Bridport and Weymouth and lovely walks in superb countryside. Shops, pubs and restaurants 100 yards.

Large living room with open fire. Large dining room. Large well-equipped kitchen with gas and electric range (for cooking) and TV. Utility. Cloakroom. First floor: Double bedroom with TV and en-suite bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet. Twin bedroom (zip & link beds, can be double) with TV, en-suite shower room and separate toilet. Study/reading area on landing. Second floor: Sitting room with TV. Double bedroom with en-suite bathroom with shower cubicle and toilet.