Chestnut Cottage, Rodden
ID: S283322
- Bedrooms 5
- ・ Sleeps 9
- ・ Pets 2
Guests say
Chestnut Cottage in Rodden is a well-received holiday rental, praised for its comfort, spaciousness, and cleanliness. It caters well to a range of ages and is particularly noted for its disabled-friendly facilities. The property's rural setting is appreciated for its tranquillity and proximity to local attractions. Some guests mentioned issues with flies and a few maintenance concerns, but these were generally outweighed by the positive aspects, including the well-equipped kitchen, welcoming touches, and the property's suitability for large family gatherings.
The majority of guests found the cottage to be immaculately clean and well-maintained, with only a few mentioning issues with flies which seems to be an external factor related to the property's farm setting.
Guests are charmed by the cottage's peaceful rural location, with easy access to beaches and countryside. The proximity to Weymouth and other Dorset attractions is frequently highlighted as a positive feature.
The property is consistently described as comfortable and spacious, suitable for large groups and families. The presence of a ground floor bedroom and disabled bathroom adds to the comfort for guests with mobility issues.
Facilities are generally well-regarded, especially the well-stocked kitchen and garden amenities. However, some guests noted maintenance issues with water temperature control and kitchen appliances, which slightly lowers the score.
The owners are commended for their thoughtfulness, with mentions of welcoming touches such as tea, coffee, biscuits, and fresh milk on arrival. While these gestures are appreciated, it is noted that such gifts are given at the owners' discretion and may not be guaranteed.
About this property
Portesham 1.6 miles. Delightfully situated on a working farm in the picturesque hamlet of Rodden, lies Chestnut Cottage, a charming and traditional cottage close to the stunning World Heritage Jurassic coastline and neighbouring countryside. This property was once an old stone barn and has been lovingly converted into a wonderfully spacious property sleeping up to nine guests and providing an ideal base for a large family or group of friends to discover all the wonders of Dorset in a quiet and peaceful setting, with pretty farmland surroundings. Step inside and be welcomed into the sitting room, with exposed beams and stonework, boasting a real cottage style feel, with the woodburning stove giving that extra charm and warmth on a chilly evening. Settle down on the comfortable sofas and plan your days ahead before carrying on the conversations in the kitchen diner, an open plan space sure to be the social hub of the property, whilst the head chef cooks up a delicious meal. The kitchen is well equipped to cater for all your culinary needs and the lawned garden and outdoor patio area is the perfect spot for some outside entertaining and alfresco dining in the warmer months. When it’s time to retire, take your pick from 5 bedrooms; on the first floor, one super king bed with an ensuite consisting of a bath with overhead shower, basin and wc, one king size bed, another twin bedroom and single room. The family bathroom, again with bath, overhead shower, basin and WC is also on this floor, whilst the ground floor offers a twin bedroom with a TV and an ensuite wet room, basin and wc which is suitable for wheelchair users.Take a scenic walk across the family farm to Langton Herring and visit the Elm Tree Inn. The thriving and popular tourist town of Weymouth is just over 7 miles away and here you will find the award-winning blue flag beach with its sweeping sandy shores and a host of seaside attractions, and backed with an attractive Georgian esplanade lined with shops, cafes and bars. Discover the old historic harbour where you can take a leisurely stroll with a delicious ice cream or traditional takeaway fish and chips and while away the hours watching all the comings and goings of luxury yachts, fishing trawlers, tall ships, RNLI Lifeboats and across harbour rowing ferries. Enjoy a fun day out at the Nothe Fort, a unique attraction steeped in history with spectacular views out towards Portland, or explore the amazing underwater world at the Sea Life Adventure Park, home to penguins, sea turtle, sharks, seals and much more. Stop off at incredible landmarks such as Sandsfoot and Portland Castles, before continuing along the West Dorset Heritage Coast to Chesil Beach and Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens and Swannery, follow the coast road to West Bay, fondly known as “The Gateway To The Dorset Jurassic Coast” and popularised by the TV series Broadchurch, lies close to the glorious sandstone cliffs of Golden Cap, at the western end of the dramatic pebbly Chesil Beach. Just a short drive from West Bay you can visit the attractive market town of Bridport, here you will find an interesting variety of shops, antiques stalls, restaurants and inns. Take a day trip to Lyme Regis, a coastal town offering a selection of restaurants, specialising in seafood.
Learn a new and exciting watersport out on the English Channel, or head further inland to the town of Dorchester, learn the history of Thomas Hardye or take a tour of The Keep Military Museum and the Terracotta Warrior Museum.
Chestnut Cottage promises to be a superb home away from home and a fantastic home and a pleasure to return to each day after exploring the delights of Dorset and making treasured memories with your loved ones.
Abbotsbury is a charming, rural, village set in a West Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, on the magnificent Dorset Jurassic coast. Home to a charming Post Office, well-established supermarket and a friendly local pub, this village has all your needs covered! Visit Weymouth with its bustling harbour or just soak up the sun enjoying the watersports and numerous attractions, or take the scenic coastal journey towards West Bay, the setting for TV’s Broadchurch series.
Accommodation
Five bedrooms: 1 x super king with en-suite bath, shower over, basin and WC, 1 x king size, 1 x twin, 1 x single, 1 x ground-floor twin with wheelchair friendly en-suite wet room, basin and WC.
Family bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Sitting room with woodburning stove
Oil-fired central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, American fridge/freezer, additional under counter fridge, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, TV, DVD player and WiFi.
Family friendly.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for three cars.
Enclosed patio with outdoor seating area and BBQ.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome, please note pets are not to be left alone at the property.
Highchair, travel cot and stair gate available on request.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 1.5 miles, Elm Tree Inn 1.6 miles, walk able across the family farmland.
Note: Logs provided for open fire during winter months Note: Dogs cost an additional £25 per week per pet.
Reviews (35)
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Andrew
The cottage worked for us on all levels. Downstairs bedroom and ensuite were perfect for our oldest party member who has mobility issues. It is traditional and comfortable and contains all the essentials and more for a great self-catering holiday. Great kitchen and dining area and generous lounge with lovely wood burner. Wanted to use the burner last year and this but it just wasn't cold enough! Would be brilliant on a cold winters day.
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David
Well maintained and very comfortable, with all the necessary equipment. Pleased to say that is was disabled friendly, which was very appreciated.
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Linda
Everything was very clean. Very well stocked with crockery, glasses, cutlery etc. The decor throughout the cottage was very tasteful. Plenty of seating in the living room. Bed linen was very comfortable as were the beds. We all used the ensuite wet room in the downstairs twin bedroom, which was brilliant. Lovely features - the windows and wooden beams, inglenook fireplace. I could go on. The only downside was the flies, which is obviously out of the owner's control, but the cottage was well stocked with a fly machine, swatters, sprays and fly strips. We were somewhat surprised that glass was not collected and recycled by Dorset Council, again, beyond the owner's control, but my sister took all the bottles (!) back home to recycle. It was the best holiday property we have stayed in, and we have stayed in some lovely ones.