Guests say
The Old Engine House receives glowing praise for its spacious, well-equipped, and immaculately clean accommodation in a peaceful rural setting. Guests appreciate the friendly and helpful hosts, the proximity to a welcoming village pub, and the cottage’s suitability for families and dogs. The tranquil location is ideal for exploring Dorset and the Jurassic Coast. Minor drawbacks include the detached garden for dogs and occasional comments on bedroom size. Overall, guests highly recommend this charming cottage for a relaxing countryside break.
Cleanliness is consistently highlighted, with multiple guests describing the cottage as spotless, extremely clean, and well-maintained. Bedding and bathrooms are specifically praised, and one guest noted stripping the beds and finding everything immaculate.
The location is frequently praised for its tranquillity, rural charm, and easy access to local attractions, the Jurassic Coast, and nearby towns. The proximity to a good village pub is a recurring positive. Some mention the lack of other village facilities, but this is generally not seen as a major drawback.
Guests find the cottage spacious, comfortable, and homely, with particular mention of comfortable beds and relaxing living spaces. A few minor comments note one twin bed being less comfortable and some bedrooms being a bit cramped, but overall comfort is rated very highly.
The property is described as very well equipped, with a large kitchen, utility room, and thoughtful touches for dog owners. Some guests suggest minor improvements such as a tumble dryer or mop and bucket, and note the garden is not directly attached. Overall, facilities are praised as excellent.
Many guests mention thoughtful touches such as welcome packs, tea, coffee, and milk on arrival, and friendly, attentive hosts. Please note that such gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
A converted barn in a great location in a quiet village, ideal for exploring west Dorset and the surrounding counties with plenty of attractions for all ages.. 1 step to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living room: 38" Freeview TV
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher
Utility Room: Washing Machine
Separate Toilet.
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, 32" TV, TV
Ensuite: Walk-In Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bedroom 3: ¾ Double (4ft) Bed
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Stairgate. Welcome pack and doggy extras. Enclosed lawned garden with patio and garden furniture. Private parking for 3 cars. No smoking. Please note: There is a fenced stream in the grounds, 50 yards away.. In a great location, in the heart of delightful west Dorset, this property is situated on a working beef farm, and the owners live next door. There’s glorious country scenery and walking in the area, so it’s great for dog walking, cycling and enjoying lovely village pubs to wine and dine in. There are many attractions nearby including Forde Abbey and Gardens right on your doorstep, and a local craft centre nearby. Within very easy driving distance is the ever popular World Heritage Jurassic Coast, with its stunning scenery and the seaside resorts of Lyme Regis, Charmouth and West Bay. Scenery, boating, fishing and sandy beach can be enjoyed at Lyme Regis, as well as fossil hunting, all making for a memorable holiday. Head inland, and you will find the Yeovilton Fleet Air Arm Museum and the Haynes International Motor Museum with its classic car collection. Further afield you can visit the Clarks Village factory outlet, Glastonbury Tor, the cathedral city of Wells and Cheddar Gorge. Beach 10 miles. Shop 2 miles, pub and restaurant 200 yards.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 9 guests.
Free WiFi
Children must be supervised on site due to possible safety hazards.
There are steps to the property.
There is open water in the property grounds.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Reviews (34)
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Confirmed Guest
Place was dark smelled of dogs and no private garden to sit in.
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Jeanne Eames
The cottage was very comfortable, well equipped and just what we had hoped for. The outside spaces for sitting and for dogs were perfect. Our only complaint was that there was only one suitable dog walking path nearby, by the church, and getting up to it was quite difficult as there weren’t pavements all the way and there was quite a bit of heavy traffic. The footpath from the farm was closed with cattle present, so unusable. The surrounding area was beautiful and there were many places to visit.
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David Foster
Excellent spot - quiet and peaceful and convenient for numerous attractions suitable for all potential weather conditions