About this property
Within half a mile of the National Trust s long sandy beach at Studland Bay, this delightful and relaxing property offers a family an ideal base for exploring the spectacular Dorset countryside.
Set in the idyllic Dorset village of Studland, this is a fantastic base for enjoying the Purbeck Hills and Studland Bay. You can explore the nature reserve of Studland and Godlingston Heath which has miles of breathtaking walks and bike trails. Landmarks include the Dragon s Teeth, Agglestone Rock (also known as the Devil s Anvil) and Old Harry Rocks, all within half a mile. Hartland Moor Nature Reserve (7.5 miles), rspb Stoborough Heath (8.5 miles) and Durlston Country Park (5 miles) are all nearby or you could spend a day in the traditional seaside town of Swanage (4 miles) or catch a steam train to Corfe Castle (5.5 miles). From Studland, you can catch a ferry to Poole or Brownsea Island. On entering this pretty cottage which is accessed from the rear via an unmade track, you will find the cosy lounge which is a lovely space to relax in, with TV, Blu ray DVD, iPod dock, Bluetooth sound system, plenty of seating and a feature fireplace. You can share a family meal in the charming dining room with French doors to the garden. The dining room leads through to the light and welcoming kitchen, equipped with an oven, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher and washing machine, plus a door to the rear garden. There is also a WC on the ground floor. Going upstairs, you will find three comfortable bedrooms: a double, a twin and a children s bunk bedroom. The bathroom is complete with a shower over the bath and a WC. The gated front garden is laid to lawn and faces the road which leads to the chain link ferry and the beach. The back garden has a patio, outdoor furniture, a sloping lawn, trees and shrubs. Nine steps lead to the parking area where there is space for one car. Need to know: 3 bedrooms 1 double, 1 twin, 1 children s bunk bedroom with 2 3 x 5 6 beds. 1 bathroom with shower over bath and WC. 1 ground floor WC. Oven, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, dishwasher. TV, Blu ray DVD, iPod dock, Bluetooth sound system. Dining room. Garden with outdoor furniture. Off road parking for 1 car. No telephone. Wi Fi included (email and web browsing only). Central heating and electric included. Beach 0.5 miles. Swanage 3 miles. Shop 50 metres. Pub 600 metres.
Accommodation
Enclosed garden / patio, Internet access, Pub within 1 mile, Shop within 1 mile, Beach within 5 miles, Family friendly, Parking on site / nearby, Decorated for Christmas, Does not allow pets, Cottage, Yes, Yes