About this property
A detached chalet bungalow located in the popular coastal town of Charmouth in Dorset. With great access to local walks and beaches, Driftwood is the perfect base for a family or group of adults looking to explore this stunning section of the Jurassic coast.
Situated within its own pretty gardens this wonderful property has off road parking for two cars allowing you to unpack with ease at the start of your stay. Make yourself at home in the comfortable sitting/dining room where you can relax on the sofas as you sit back and enjoy the scenic views. The well-equipped kitchen allows you to create meals which can be enjoyed together sat around the dining table.
As the evening wears on, take a relaxing bath in the stylish bathroom where a large marble-look worktop and wooden cupboards add a sense of opulence to the space. On the ground floor you will find two good sized bedrooms, beginning with a twin room with large windows which take in the far-reaching coastal views and a second room with a single bed and storage. The third bedroom is located on the first floor and is another twin bedroom, with wooden flooring and a window seat where you can sit and appreciate the view to the surrounding countryside. Outside, enjoy the fresh air on the sloping lawn enjoying a picnic or recline in the sitting area with a glass of your favourite beverage.
Charmouth is a stunning area of Dorset, with plentiful walks right on your doorstep including the South West coast path taking in Golden Cap and popular seaside villages of Seatown and Eype. The fantastic beach is a great place to explore the coastline, paddleboarding or trying your hand at fossil hunting. The Charmouth Heritage Centre offers an insight into the history of the local area and the town has a number of local pubs, restaurants and local stores. The neighbouring town of Lyme Regis is only a short journey away and boasts a good selection of independent shops, galleries and eateries. Take a stroll along the seafront to the famous Cobb Harbour or enjoy one of the many boat or fishing trips available.
A beautiful area waiting to be explored and a holiday to remember with a stay at Driftwood.
Charmouth is an unspoilt seaside village, set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with a fantastic beach world renowned for its fossils on the famous Jurassic Coast.
Accommodation
Dorma bungalow.
Three bedrooms: 1 x twin, 1 x first-floor twin, 1 x single.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Dining/sitting room
Gas heating with gas stove.
Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, dishwasher.
TV, DVD player, WiFi, selection of books.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for 2 cars.
Enclosed garden with sloping lawn and furniture.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 0.5 miles, pub 0.4 miles.
Note: Sloping garden may not be suitable for those with mobility issues
Reviews (7)
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Gareth
The house is generally well-equipped and the views are spectacular. The welcome pack was also a nice surprise. A couple of minor comments: some of the dining room chairs are in need of repair/replacement, and the kitchen needs a proper chopping board and oven gloves.
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Lisa
Very well stocked with basic household items / utensils required for our stay. The property is warm and cosy, bedrooms spacious and beds are comfortable. The decor is a little dated but did not negatively affect our stay in any way. Unfortunately we weren't able to make use of the outdoor space as the weather wasn't kind enough but would have loved to have been able to sit at the table and take in the spectacular view. On arrival we found a bag on the kitchen worktop packed with coffee, tea, biscuits and other local produce, with a little card attached to welcoming us - a really kind gesture which we loved! The local area is very hilly which can make walking difficult if you have any health issues, but for our group it was perfect - early morning walk down to the beach for a sea swim and then back up the hills worked up a breakfast appetite. I would recommend the property to family and friends looking for somewhere to stay in Charmouth.
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Grahame
However, the property itself is rather 'tired' and in need of some investment. There were several faults in evidence during our stay. One particular one is that the property brochure mentions a 'gas fire' yet there are no instructions to operate this fire, which does not appear to have been used for some time. The beds are OK but rather soft and yet again (this has happened on each visit) there was a wobbly & unsafe chair in the dining area. The TV has limited functionality (iPlayer does not work, for example) and really needs replacing. The house has a landline telephone with a repeater bell but no handset, so when it unexpectedly rang (twice) we were unable to answer it or silence the bell until the caller rang off. The bin collections are rather hit-and-miss, as they depend on a guest being present on the 'bin day' otherwise the bins do not get emptied. This is a lovely property and we will probably stay again, but it is slowly losing its appeal.