Guests say
The Retreat in Bridport is a spacious and well-equipped cottage, ideal for families and groups. Guests particularly enjoyed the warm swimming pool, games room, and beautiful surroundings. The property offers ample space and entertainment for children and adults alike. While some found the interior a little dated and noted minor cleaning and mattress issues, these did not detract from an otherwise enjoyable stay. The location provides easy access to local attractions, and the hosts are described as friendly and attentive.
The property was generally clean, though some guests noticed areas that could have been cleaner upon closer inspection.
The cottage is well situated with plenty of activities and attractions within a short drive, making it convenient for exploring the area.
Guests found the property spacious and comfortable for large groups, though some mentioned that the mattresses could benefit from replacement.
The swimming pool and games room were highlights, providing excellent entertainment for both children and adults. The property is well-equipped for family holidays.
There is no mention of welcome gifts or extra thoughtful touches in the reviews, so a score cannot be provided for this category.
About this property
This lovely Grade ll listed thatched barn conversion is surrounded by the lovely Dorset countryside, with a games room and a wealth of attractions close by.. 3 steps to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living room: TV, Electric Fire, French Doors Leading To Patio
Dining room: TV, Electric Fire
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher
Utility Room: Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Sun Room.
Study.
Separate Toilet.
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Ensuite: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Ensuite: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet
Bedroom 4: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bedroom 5: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet.
Oil central heating, £90 per week in summer, £100 per week in winter. Short breaks, winter and summer £29 - 2 days, £43- 3 days, £56 - 4 days. Bed linen and Wi-Fi included. Electricity by £1 meter. Towels on request (£4 per person per week). Cot and highchair. Games room with table tennis and pool table. Lawned garden with patio and garden furniture. Ample private parking. No smoking. Indoor heated swimming pool (1.0m x 1.5m).. Within 3 miles of the beach, this Grade II listed, thatched former barn offers spacious, very comfortable accommodation and a good range of facilities, including its own games room. Sympathetically converted and very well equipped, it has its own lawned area and patio, and is surrounded by lovely countryside. The ancient town of Bridport
(2 miles), once famous for its rope-making industry, was Thomas Hardy’s ‘Port Bredy’, and holds a twice-weekly market in its broad streets. At West Bay (3 miles) there are fishing trips and rowing boats for hire. At Seaton (6 miles), the lush Winniford Valley opens to an unspoilt beach of golden shingle, shelving steeply to sand at low tide. To the west of the beach, the Dorset Coast Path climbs to Golden Cap – at 626ft the highest point on the southern coast, with superb views along the coastline. The National Trust owns 2,000 acres of land here, offering 15 miles of footpaths for walkers. Ten miles away is the attractive seaside town of Lyme Regis. Jane Austen’s novel Persuasion gives a good picture of the town in the early 19th-century, and its history is displayed in the local museum. The ancient town of Dorchester (14 miles), built on the site of the Roman town, has much of historical interest: the remains of a Roman town house and a mosaic in Colliton Park, the old county court where the Tolpuddle Martyrs were tried, and Thomas Hardy’s study in the Dorset County Museum. Shops 2 miles.
Free WiFi
Central heating charges as follows: summer £90, winter £100 Short breaks, 2 days £29 3 days £43, 4 days £56.
There are low banisters at the property.
There are large gaps between banister spindles.
There is a coin operated electricity meter at the property.
Towels are not included.
Families or couples only.
There are low ceilings, doors and/or beams within the property.
Reviews (5)
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Paul Clifford
Lovely big property with good amenities, games room and pool to keep family entertained.
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Paige Sleep
We really had the best week here, this house is beautiful. The swimming pool was gorgeous and warm everyday we had so much fun with there being 4 children under 5 in our party! The games room was fab. Beautiful surroundings, house is quite dated inside but we really didn’t care/mind about that as it didn’t change our experience at all. The only thing was having to pay for the electric on the meter and making sure it didn’t run out but apart from that we had the best time!
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Confirmed Guest
Large property, ample for our group of 6 adults, and 3 children. Similarly the swimming pool was ample, so the children were very happy.Property was generally very clean despite the size.All happy with the week we spent there.