About this property
Home From Home is a charming cottage set in the heart of Fortuneswell, Dorset, on the Isle of Portland. Perfect for families or groups of friends, this pet-friendly retreat offers guests a lovely location right near Chesil Beach! Upon entering, you'll be greeted by a well-appointed kitchen/diner, perfect for preparing home-cooked meals to be enjoyed at the dining table. The living/dining room, complete with a TV, offers a relaxing space for unwinding after a day of exploring the local area. Spread over three floors, the property boasts four beautifully presented bedrooms. On the first floor, you'll find a double and a twin room, whilst the second floor houses another double and twin room, providing ample space for all guests. For your convenience, the property also features a bathroom as well as a separate shower room ensuring no morning queues for freshening up. Begin your exploration of the local area with a trip to historical Portland Castle, a beautifully preserved artillery fort with its medieval secrets waiting to be discovered. Continue to the Olympic Rings Stone Sculpture, a testament to the 2012 Olympics and a site of immense local pride. Meet friendly animals at Fancys Farm, an outstanding day out for both kids and adults, or discover the island's military past at the D-Day Centre & WW2 Museum. Make sure to visit the renowned Portland Museum with its captivating exhibits on the fascinating history of Portland and end your tour at the enigmatic Rufus Castle, offering breathtaking views over Church Ope Cove. After days spent exploring, return to the welcoming embrace of Home From Home for a memorable end to the day.
Castletown is a small, yet popular village resting on the Isle of Portland, between Fortuneswell and Wakeham. Castletown is well-known for being a conservation area, thanks to its fascinating history. Your local amenities can be found in nearby Fortuneswell, where you’ll find the Royal Portland Arms, New Star Inn, The Little Ship, and the Britannia Inn, inviting restaurants such as The Cove House Inn with stunning sea views, The Blue Fish Café & Restaurant, Quiddles Café and Balti Island, along with well-stocked convenience stores. On the Isle of Portland, you can find a range of attractions, including the D-Day Centre & WW2 Museum, Portland Marina, Fancy’s Farm, Tout Quarry, Portland Museum, Portland Bird Observatory and the South West Coastal Path Viewpoint. Continue onto Weymouth, where you will find further attractions, including Weymouth Beach, rspb Radipole Lake, Nothe Fort, Pleasure Pier, Weymouth Pavilion, and the Michelin Star restaurant of Catch at The Old Fishmarket. Further afield, you’ll find Dorchester, home to National Trust – Max Gate, the former residence of Thomas Hardy, The Keep Military Museum, The Poet Laureate, Dorset Museum, and the nearby Kingston Maurward Animal Park and Gardens.
Accommodation
Over three floors.
Four bedrooms: 2 x double, 2 x twin.
First-floor double and twin bedroom.
First-floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
First-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Second-floor double and twin room.
Ground-floor Kitchen/diner, living/dining room.
Gas central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, toaster, kettle.
TV, WiFi, selection of books.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Roadside parking available on a first come first served basis.
One well-behaved pet welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 0.1 mile, beach 0.3 miles.
Note: Check-in from 4pm, check-out by 10am