Guests say
Sparrow Cottage in Bridport is highly praised for its cleanliness, comfort, and well-equipped facilities, making it an ideal base for exploring Dorset and the Jurassic Coast. Guests appreciate the peaceful rural setting, dog-friendly touches, and helpful on-site manager. The cottage is tastefully decorated and offers thoughtful extras such as books, games, and a welcome package. Some guests noted occasional issues with flies due to the nearby farm and the rural lanes can be challenging for walking, but overall, the positive experiences far outweigh the negatives.
Multiple reviews highlight the cottage as spotlessly clean, scrupulously tidy, and well maintained. Only positive comments were made regarding cleanliness, with no significant complaints.
The rural location is praised for its tranquillity and proximity to the coast and local attractions. Some guests found the narrow lanes and lack of footpaths challenging for walking, and the absence of mobile signal was noted, but overall the setting is considered a strong asset.
Guests consistently mention comfortable beds, excellent showers, and relaxing furnishings. The cottage is described as exceptionally comfortable, with only minor comments about heat during hot weather.
The cottage is very well equipped, with guests appreciating the kitchen, laundry area, games, books, and on-site parking. Occasional issues with Wi-Fi and a missing hairdryer were mentioned, but these were minor compared to the overall satisfaction.
Guests appreciated thoughtful touches such as a welcome package and dog treats, as well as the helpfulness of the on-site manager. Please note that gifts such as welcome packages and dog treats are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Vist pretty villages with chocolate box thatched cottages and the stunning Jurassic coastline in this aonb. Great area for walking, fishing and bird watching..
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview TV, DVD Player, CD Player, DVDs
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Dishwasher
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed, Single (3ft) Bed
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet.
Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen and towels included. Cot and highchair available on request. Doggy extras. Laundry room with washer/dryer (shared with other properties on-site). Games room and external information room with use of freezer, payphone and Wi-Fi (shared with other properties). Enclosed patio with garden furniture and barbecue. Large lawned area (shared with other properties on-site). Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. Manor Court Cottages are set in the picturesque village of Shipton Gorge. Within walking distance, 110 yards, are the village playing fields and pub selling the famous Palmers Ales and local food. This a fantastic location to explore the Dorset countryside and World Heritage Jurassic coastline, 1½ miles away. Whether its a family holiday, walking, bird watching, fishing, cycling or for a quiet break Manor Court Cottages are ideal. The pretty village of Burton Bradstock, 1½ miles, has a beach with a café, shop, post office, garage and pubs. The market town of Bridport, 2 miles away, has a lively and vibrant street market Saturdays and Wednesday, along with small shops, cafés, antiques and local food can be found, or pop into the museum and learn its history of rope and net making.
The picturesque harbour of West Bay is 2 miles away and was made famous by the TV drama ’Broadchurch’, while the village of Abbotsbury, 3 miles away, is popular for its swannery, sub-tropical gardens and childrens farm. Spread along the coast from Sidmouth is a host of attractions, including the Donkey Sanctuary and Beer Caves at Seaton and Axminster where you can ride on the trams or eat at the River Cottage restaurant. Into Dorset try fishing in a boat out of the cobb at Lymm Regis, fossil hunting at the museum or a walk up Golden Cap for the breathtaking views. Weymouth with its sandy beaches and Sealife Centre is well worth a visit, discover the dinosaurs at the Dorchester museum or travel back in time with a visit to Thomas Hardy’s cottage, go to war at the Bevington Tank Museum, or say ’hi’ to the monkeys at Monkey World. Enjoy a dip at Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door for a sightseeing walk, explore Crofe Castle, and then all aboard the steam train at Swanage. Shops and pubs 1 mile.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Reviews (22)
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Confirmed Guest
Overall we really enjoyed our stay in Sparrow. It was a week of hot weather and it was difficult to keep the cottage cool. There is a pub in the village but nothing else and the lanes were very narrow when trying to take the dog for a walk.
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Martin Carey
Stayed here in 2014 and we had the same excellent experience as before. Ideal location for the Dorset coast. Nice and quiet in a rural location. Have already recommended this cottage to our friends.
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David Rapley
Very very good overall , every thing was clean and tidy and well catered for .The beds were comfortable and it was quiet at night .Unfortunatly we came during a heat wave so the cottage was quite warm as south facing. prehaps an awning on the front would be an idea for use in the summer.Additional fans inside would also helpIn hot weather .We would definatly come again .