Guests say
The Old Dairy in Bridport is a well-received cottage, praised for its warm welcome, comfortable furnishings, and thoughtful touches like a welcome pack. Guests enjoyed the convenient location for exploring Dorset and the property's amenities, despite some minor maintenance issues and road noise for some.
Reviews consistently mention the cottage being clean, spacious, and well-maintained, suggesting high standards of cleanliness.
The location is generally appreciated for its proximity to local attractions and the seaside, though one review mentions excessive road noise, slightly impacting the score.
The majority of guests found the beds very comfortable and the cottage cosy, although there were comments about low sofas and loose toilet seats.
Facilities are well-regarded with a few reports of maintenance issues such as blunt knives and a non-functioning oven, which suggests room for improvement.
Guests frequently expressed appreciation for the welcome pack and personal touches, although it should be noted that such gifts are a kind gesture and not guaranteed.
About this property
Bridport 3.3 miles. Enjoying rural surroundings in the Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is this characterful, detached barn conversion, The Old Dairy. A self-catering cottage that is truly dog-friendly, this inviting retreat has been thoughtfully appointed with a family of six in mind, especially one seeking to explore the Jurassic Coast, countryside, and the historic towns and villages with plenty of activities nearby. With plenty of parking available and essentials provided so you can settle in comfortably on arrival, including towels, tea towels, loo roll, kitchen roll, hand soap, tea, coffee and sugar, everything is in place for a straightforward start to your stay. Step inside the stone-built cottage to find a contemporary kitchen/diner where you can rustle up your favourite meals using the electric oven and hob, whilst the washing machine and dishwasher ensure cleaning up is a breeze. Whether you’re cooking from scratch or bringing something back from a local takeaway, everything you need is here. Gather around the dining table for six to savour a family dinner as you plan your holiday itinerary; will it be a ramble along the Jurassic cliffs or a day exploring the attraction-packed, seaside town of Weymouth? However you spend your day, the sitting room welcomes you home to sink into the leather corner sofa and watch a family-favourite on the TV with DVD player. Climb the stairs to wash away the sand in the shower room, before catching your rest in one of three bedrooms. There are two doubles and a bunk bed, each fitted with storage space and bedside lamps for night time readers. For your next Dorset retreat, secure your stay at The Old Dairy. Note: Road noise is to be expected.
The Travellers Rest sits within the West Dorset countryside, deep in the Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, where big skies and open views make it hard not to head straight outside. Converted from traditional farm buildings, the four cottages are homely, comfortable and made for easy stays. Life here is simple and relaxed. Walks begin on the footpath in our field, winding through the countryside. Lovely village pubs wait with a warm welcome. The Jurassic Coast is on our doorstep and beautiful seaside towns are ready to explore. Back at the cottages, coats are shrugged off, paws and people settle in and the rest of the evening takes care of itself, whether that’s the TV on, a board game, or an early night. With the Jurassic Coast in easy reach, Bridport and West Bay just three miles away, and Dorset and Devon unfolding in every direction, Travellers Rest is well placed for wandering this beautiful part of the world. Cosy, relaxed and made for travelling together, Travellers Rest is exactly what it sounds like. Note: This property can be booked with Refs.1102966, 1102965 and 1102968, together sleeping 16 people.
Bridport is a charming market town that grew up around the River Brit and was shaped by its long history of rope and net manufacturing. Today the same streets are filled with a fascinating array of businesses, restaurants, and inns. The market in Bridport is frequently featured in the River Cottage television show. The stunning Jurassic coast at West Bay, now a World Heritage Site, lies 2 miles south of Bridport, while Lyme Regis is only 10 miles away. A fantastic location for exploring West Dorset.
Accommodation
Three bedrooms: 2 x double, 1 x bunk.
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Cloakroom with WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Sitting room with electric fire
Oil central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher.
TV, DVD player, selection of board games, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Highchair, travel cot and stairgate available on request.
Off-road parking for two cars.
Rear garden area with furniture.
One well-behaved dog welcome.
Sorry, no smoking allowed.
Shop 3.4 miles, pub 1.4 miles.
Note: Road noise is to be expected.
Note: Check-in from 4:30pm, check-out by 10am
Reviews (15)
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Natalie
It had absolutely everything we could possibly need and was in a great location to get to other areas with ease. The owners are the loveliest people, just so helpful and friendly and really made our stay perfect. We couldnât be more grateful to them for such a wonderful stay, thank you so much!
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Mary
The welcome pack included treats for the dog which was a lovely touch. The cottage had even we needed and offered a comfortable base from which to explore Dorset. The paintings around the cottage were stunning and from a distance you may be mistaken for thinking they are photographs. A walk across the fields revealed a beautiful view across to the coast. We would recommend this cottage for a family of 5. Yes the road is a little noisy but you can't hear it from downstairs and by the evening it really isn't a problem. Thank you for our lovely holiday!
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Tom
The advert did state road noise but it was more than I expected. The bottom oven doesnât work, the knives were blunt, we couldnât even cut some bread so we had to buy a knife sharper & the fridge froze our eggs and fruit! Apart from those little things it had everything we needed and only a 25 minute drive to the beaches.