About this property
This delightful 18 th Century thatched farmhouse, built from red brick in raking Flemish bond", is perfect for those looking for a family or group holiday in Dorset. Situated just under three miles from the bustling market town of Bridport.
The detached farmhouse is tucked away along a no through lane and is a real rural retreat with far reaching countryside views. The vibrant market town of Bridport is a 5 minute drive and has a selection of shops, cafes and restaurants, as well as a lively arts scene and vintage and farmers markets. The nearby fishing village of West Bay is only three miles away with its pretty harbour and beach. Located just 10 minutes drive or a half hour walk along a private track by a stream, is a lovely Dorset village which has a pub, café and farm shop with local produce including fresh bread, pastries, cheese and local beer, gin and wine. Bike hire is also available in the village to enjoy a ride along the bike trail accessed from the property. Or if walking is more your thing, you ll love the various walking trails from the doorstep, especially the captivating Colmer s Hill with its path right to the top and spectacular panoramic views out to sea and across the rolling countryside of Dorset. Entering this beautiful red brick farmhouse, you will find an open plan light filled kitchen/dining room, the ideal place to start the day. The kitchen is well equipped with a Range oven and hob, microwave, dishwasher and fridge/freezer, it is just the place to rustle up a warming breakfast in the morning or enjoy supper by the cosy open fire. Once the cooking is done head through to the dual aspect sitting room; stretch out on the sofas and armchairs in front of the TV/DVD and the roaring wood burner which is housed in its own traditional inglenook fireplace. When the time comes to lay your head down, head up the stairs to the four bedrooms. You will find the spacious super king size zip and link (which can be made into a twin on request) with en suite shower and WC, a triple bedroom with a super king size zip and link (which can be made into a twin on request) with an additional single bed and en suite shower and WC., as well as two king size zip and links (which can be made into small twins on request). There is also a bathroom with a hand held shower over the bath, separate shower cubicle and WC. Heading outside to the large garden, summer living comes easy at this property. A delightful outside dining terrace overlooking rolling fields as far as the eye can see, is the perfect spot for balmy evenings chatting long into the night with friends and family over the gas BBQ. Whatever the weather, guests can sink into the hot tub for a little stargazing under the dark night sky. Those who aren t ready for bed can challenge fellow guests to a game of table tennis in the games room or have a bounce on the trampoline. There is also ample off road parking at the property. Need to know: 4 bedrooms 1 super king size zip and link (which can be made into twins on request); 1 triple with super king size zip and links (which can be made into twins on request), with an additional single bed; 2 king size zip and links (which can be made into a small twin on request). 3 bathrooms 1 bathroom with bath, separate shower and WC; 2 en suite shower rooms with WCs; separate WC downstairs. Bath robes are provided. Range oven and hob, microwave, dishwasher, fridge/freezer and De Longhi coffee machine. Utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer. Wood burner in the sitting room and open fire in the dining area (first basket of logs included). TV and DVD in lounge. Smart TV in the super king size zip and link. Hot tub. Games room with table tennis. Trampoline. Selection of books, games and DVDs. Stairgate available. Ample off road parking available. Gas BBQ available . Shop and pub within walking distance. Beach 3 miles.
Accommodation
Enclosed garden / patio, Open fire / wood burner, Hot tub, Internet access, Games / Play facilities, Pub within 1 mile, Shop within 1 mile, Beach within 5 miles, Luxury, Family friendly, Parking on site / nearby, Cottage, Yes, Yes