Find cottages and self catering and close to a sandy beach in Dorset, South West England

2 bedroom holiday home, Weymouth, Dorset, South West England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £395

Self catering accommodation in Weymouth sleeps 4.

Features include: • Garden • Pet friendly • Close to the Beach • Pub near by • Cottage Sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: 1 OF 3 SINGLE STOREY BARN CONVERSIONS A SHORT DRIVE TO BEACHES These delightful barn conversions nestle in a quiet spot yet close to many amenities their location makes an ideal base to explore a wide variety of places of interest amongst the wonderful county of Dorset. Explore the beautiful surrounding countryside with some stunning scenery particularly along the famous Jurassic Coast. There are numerous coast paths and inland bridleways as well as small picturesque villages with pubs to enjoy a good meal. The area is famed for its popular beaches including Chesil Beach which stretches for 18 miles. Enjoy some of the many attractions within a short drive which include Weymouth with its Sealife Centre Abbotsbury Swannery Monkey World Dinosaur Museum Lulworth Cove and Castle Durdle Door and much more. In the evenings relax in the enclosed garden or stroll to one of 3 pubs all within a 15 minute walk. Outside: each property benefits from its own enclosed garden with patio area and seating. Amenities: ample off-road parking. Bed linen electric and central heating included. Towels for hire. 2 well-behaved dogs welcome. Regret no smoking in the properties. Location: sandy beach at Weymouth 4 miles shop and pubs within 1 mile. The accommodation is approached via 3 steps up and offers TWO bedrooms: 1 double with en-suite shower room and WC and 1 zip-and-link twin which can be made into a super-king upon request. Bathroom: bath with shower over and WC. Lounge/kitchen: with electric oven and halogen hob fridge with ice-compartment microwave and washing machine. Lounge area with wall-mounted TV/DVD and patio doors leading out into the garden. Dining room: with seating for 6.

2 bedroom holiday home, Charmouth, Dorset, South West England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £495

Self catering accommodation in Charmouth sleeps 4.

Features include: • Garden • Internet Access • Swimming Pool • Close to the Beach • Pub near by • Cottage Sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: 1 OF 16 CHARMING PROPERTIES RECENTLY DEVELOPED TO A HIGH STANDARD A STROLL FROM THE POPULAR WORLD HERITAGE JURASSIC COASTLINE SHORT BREAKS ONLY AVAILABLE DURING OFF PEAK WEEKS - PLEASE CALL FOR DETAILS This gated holiday complex offers a selection of well thought out purpose built spacious accommodation within these converted former farm buildings located a short stroll from the village amenities. Situated within the traditional Dorset seaside village of Charmouth that offers an array of shops and pubs a short walk from your door ideal for picking up the morning paper and more. Perfectly placed on the Jurassic Coast that has joined the ranks of the Great Barrier Reef and the Grand Canyon as one of the wonders of the natural world and designated as England s first Natural World Heritage Site. Spanning 95 miles of the Dorset and East Devon coastline and taking in some of the very finest walks and views available. Lyme Regis is a short drive away which offers an unspoilt seafront with sheltered south-facing beaches and provides a perfect environment in which children can play and adults can relax in the traditional deckchairs that still line the promenade in summer. There are many attractions in the area including the charming resorts of Beer Branscombe and numerous National Trust properties and gardens to name but a few. Leisure facilities: guests are invited to enjoy the leisure facilities of the neighbouring holiday park which includes a covered outdoor heated swimming pool and the Char Valley cafe serving speciality teas and coffees throughout the day. Also available for adults use at a reduced charge is the well-equipped Char Valley Health Club with gymnasium indoor pool sauna and steam room. Covered outdoor heated swimming pool open for the following dates in 2015: 28th March 10th April 2nd May 4th May 23rd May 4th September and 24th October to 30th October. Outside: properties benefit from a private patio area with garden furniture. Amenities: ample parking available on site. Bed linen towels electric and central heating included. Wi-Fi available on site for an additional charge in the Char Valley cafe. Regret no pets or smoking. Location: beach shops and pubs all within walking distance. Arrival: 4pm - 8pm. The accommodation offers TWO bedrooms: 1 king-size with flatscreen TV and 1 twin on the first floor. Bathroom: with shower over bath and WC on the first floor with a further wet room with WC on the ground-floor. Lounge/diner: with flatscreen TV DVD and Freeview. Kitchen: offers integrated oven and gas hob microwave fridge/freezer dishwasher. Utility room: with wash/dryer. Additional info: 50 security deposit payable to owner on arrival which will be returned the following week. Short breaks only available during off peak weeks.

Veronica Cottage, Anvil Point Lighthouse, Dorset, South West England

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from £410

Self catering accommodation in Anvil Point Lighthouse sleeps 6.

Features include: • Romantic Breaks • Close to the Beach • Close to the Sea • Cottage Sleeps 6

Accommodation overview:

Veronica Cottage details

In association with Trinity House, Rural Retreats is pleased to present Vernoica Cottage at Anvil Point Lighthouse.

Veronica (with accommodation for six guests) is one of two holiday cottages at the lighthouse, which is situated within the grounds of Durleston Country Park, approximately two miles up the hill from Swanage town centre, which offers a variety of shops, restaurants, pubs and other facilities.

The lighthouse does not have a fog signal.

Access roads to some of the lighthouse sites are narrow with limited passing places and, dependent on the season and site, there is the possibility of overhanging vegetation due to cutting restrictions during bird breeding seasons or other environmental reasons.

Guests should be aware that the lighthouses and equipment need regular and sometimes emergency maintenance. Therefore visits by maintenance staff may occur at any time during the year. However, staff will do their best to ensure guest privacy at all times.

Farrs Coach House, Beaminster, Dorset, South West England

Sleeps 2
Weekly prices from £346

Self catering accommodation in Beaminster sleeps 2.

Features include: • Garden • Romantic Breaks • Close to the Beach • Pub near by • Cottage Sleeps 2

Accommodation overview:

Farrs Coach House details

Farrs Coach House is a beautifully appointed and lit, contemporary converted loft, situated in the curtilage of an historic house. There are far reaching views to the hills around the very pretty town of Beaminster. A three minute walk will take you to the market square of this ancient town with it's grand Minster Church.

West Dorset is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, immortalised by Thomas Hardy and John Fowles and more recently becoming England's first World Heritage Site, an accolade awarded for the stunning and varied 95 miles of coast stretching from Portland to Lyme Regis including fossil hunter's paradise beaches at Charmouth and Lyme Regis. It includes extraordinary landforms at Lulworth Cove, Durdle Door and Chesil Bank as well as notable archaeological sites, such as the Iron Age Hill Forts of Maiden Castle and Eggardon, Pilsdon Pen and Lambert's Castle.

Beaminster nestles in a bowl of hills and from its grand Minster Church you can wander the side streets of hamstone, rose clad cottages, pick up your breakfast croissant from Le Vieux Four (North Street), lunch at the Ann Day Gallery, dine at the award-winning Bridge House Brasserie (right next door), or get a takeaway from the Bombay Spice. Beaminster Festival happens every year with concerts in the church and exhibitions and events all over town. There are good independent greengrocers, bakers and butchers, two small supermarkets, an out of town farm shop and family run nursery (Groves - both up Tunnel Road), clothes, gifts and hardware shops.

Further Afield
Bridport is a vibrant old rope and net making town five miles south, with twice weekly street markets on Wednesdays and Saturdays and a fascinating Vintage Quarter with artists' studios and Sunday markets in the summer. The Arts Centre on Bucky Doo Square has an eclectic mix of exhibitions, theatre and film. Several good restaurants include the very characterful Beach and Barnicot, the Olive Tree and the Bull Hotel.

West Bay two miles further on is a gritty old sea port with fantastic cliffs (featured in the TV drama Broadchurch), beaches, fishing and two good restaurants, the Riverside (long established and the place for really fresh seafood) and the Watch House, on the beach. Sladers Yard shows contemporary art, furniture and crafts and has a great little cafe. Lyme Regis 12 miles west is a charming Georgian gem where you can happily lose yourself for a day exploring the winding back streets, the working water mill, curious shops, mouthwatering food including Hix's Oyster Bar near the Cobb and, of course, fossils galore both in the shops and on the beaches. Abbotsbury lies to the east, an impossibly pretty village brooded over by St Catherine's Chapel. Here you will find England's oldest swannery on the Fleet Wild Life Reserve.

4 bedroom holiday home, Charmouth, Dorset, South West England

Sleeps 8
Weekly prices from £730

Self catering accommodation in Charmouth sleeps 8.

Features include: • Garden • Internet Access • Swimming Pool • Close to the Beach • Pub near by • Cottage Sleeps 8

Accommodation overview: 1 OF 16 CHARMING PROPERTIES RECENTLY DEVELOPED TO A HIGH STANDARD A STROLL FROM THE POPULAR WORLD HERITAGE JURASSIC COASTLINE SHORT BREAKS ONLY AVAILABLE DURING OFF PEAK WEEKS - PLEASE CALL FOR DETAILS This gated holiday complex offers a selection of well thought out purpose built spacious accommodation within these converted former farm buildings located a short stroll from the village amenities. Situated within the traditional Dorset seaside village of Charmouth that offers an array of shops and pubs a short walk from your door ideal for picking up the morning paper and more. Perfectly placed on the Jurassic Coast that has joined the ranks of the Great Barrier Reef and the Grand Canyon as one of the wonders of the natural world and designated as England s first Natural World Heritage Site. Spanning 95 miles of the Dorset and East Devon coastline and taking in some of the very finest walks and views available. Lyme Regis is a short drive away which offers an unspoilt seafront with sheltered south-facing beaches and provides a perfect environment in which children can play and adults can relax in the traditional deckchairs that still line the promenade in summer. There are many attractions in the area including the charming resorts of Beer Branscombe and numerous National Trust properties and gardens to name but a few. Leisure facilities: guests are invited to enjoy the leisure facilities of the neighbouring holiday park which includes a covered outdoor heated swimming pool and the Char Valley cafe serving speciality teas and coffees throughout the day. Also available for adults use at a reduced charge is the well-equipped Char Valley Health Club with gymnasium indoor pool sauna and steam room. Covered outdoor heated swimming pool open for the following dates in 2015: 28th March 10th April 2nd May 4th May 23rd May 4th September and 24th October to 30th October. Outside: properties benefit from a private patio area with garden furniture. Amenities: ample parking available on site. Bed linen towels electric and central heating included. Wi-Fi available on site for an additional charge in the Char Valley cafe. Regret no pets or smoking. Location: beach shops and pubs all within walking distance. Arrival: 4pm - 8pm. This spacious accommodation offers FOUR bedrooms: 1 king-size with flatscreen TV and en-suite with shower over bath and WC and 2 twin rooms. 1 further twin on the ground-floor (that can be made as a super-king-size upon prior request). Bathroom: with shower over bath and WC on the first-floor. A wet room with WC is on the ground-floor. Lounge/diner: with large flatscreen TV DVD and Freeview. Kitchen: well-equipped offering integrated oven and gas hob microwave fridge/freezer dishwasher and washer/dryer. Additional info: 100 security deposit payable to owner on arrival which will be returned the following week. Short breaks only available during off peak weeks.

Odd Nod Cottage, Coombe Keynes, Dorset, South West England

Sleeps 5
Weekly prices from £530

Self catering accommodation in Coombe Keynes sleeps 5.

Features include: • Garden • Internet Access • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Close to the Beach • Fishing near by • Golf near by • Easy Walking Access • Cottage Sleep

Accommodation overview:

Odd Nod Cottage details

Odd Nod is one of a small group of picturesque thatched cottages lying in the beautiful and peaceful hamlet of Coombe Keynes, a place mentioned in the Domesday Book. The cottage is grade II listed and tastefully restored. There is a south facing garden stretching out on to open farmland offering lovely views out over fields. There is great walking both around the cottage itself where hares, pheasants and deer can often be spotted, and owls heard. Coombe Keynes is just around three miles from Lulworth Cove with its sheltered pebble beach, and within easy range of the dramatic and beautiful Dorset coast including Durdle Door. Good country pubs abound nearby, while restaurants and cinemas can be found less than half an hour away in Dorchester and Wareham. Shops, pubs and other amenities can also be found in Wool which is 1.6 miles away.

2 bedroom holiday home, Charmouth, Dorset, South West England

Sleeps 5
Weekly prices from £515

Self catering accommodation in Charmouth sleeps 5.

Features include: • Garden • Internet Access • Swimming Pool • Close to the Beach • Pub near by • Cottage Sleeps 5

Accommodation overview: 1 OF 16 CHARMING PROPERTIES RECENTLY DEVELOPED TO A HIGH STANDARD A STROLL FROM THE POPULAR WORLD HERITAGE JURASSIC COASTLINE SHORT BREAKS ONLY AVAILABLE DURING OFF PEAK WEEKS - PLEASE CALL FOR DETAILS This gated holiday complex offers a selection of well thought out purpose built spacious accommodation within these converted former farm buildings located a short stroll from the village amenities. Situated within the traditional Dorset seaside village of Charmouth that offers an array of shops and pubs a short walk from your door ideal for picking up the morning paper and more. Perfectly placed on the Jurassic Coast that has joined the ranks of the Great Barrier Reef and the Grand Canyon as one of the wonders of the natural world and designated as England s first Natural World Heritage Site. Spanning 95 miles of the Dorset and East Devon coastline and taking in some of the very finest walks and views available. Lyme Regis is a short drive away which offers an unspoilt seafront with sheltered south-facing beaches and provides a perfect environment in which children can play and adults can relax in the traditional deckchairs that still line the promenade in summer. There are many attractions in the area including the charming resorts of Beer Branscombe and numerous National Trust properties and gardens to name but a few. Leisure facilities: guests are invited to enjoy the leisure facilities of the neighbouring holiday park which includes a covered outdoor heated swimming pool and the Char Valley cafe serving speciality teas and coffees throughout the day. Also available for adults use at a reduced charge is the well-equipped Char Valley Health Club with gymnasium indoor pool sauna and steam room. Covered outdoor heated swimming pool open for the following dates in 2015: 28th March 10th April 2nd May 4th May 23rd May 4th September and 24th October to 30th October. Outside: properties benefit from a private patio area with garden furniture. Amenities: ample parking available on site. Bed linen towels electric and central heating included. Wi-Fi available on site for an additional charge in the Char Valley cafe. Regret no pets or smoking. Location: beach shops and pubs all within walking distance. Arrival: 4pm - 8pm. The accommodation offers TWO bedrooms: 1 king-size with flatscreen TV and 1 room with 3 single beds on the first-floor. Bathroom: with shower over bath and WC on the first-floor with a further wet room with WC on the ground-floor. Lounge/diner: with flatscreen TV DVD and Freeview. Kitchen: offers integrated oven and gas hob microwave fridge/freezer dishwasher. Utility room: with wash/dryer. Additional info: 50 security deposit payable to owner on arrival which will be returned the following week. Short breaks only available during off peak weeks.

1 bedroom holiday home, Charmouth, Dorset, South West England

Sleeps 2
Weekly prices from £315

Self catering accommodation in Charmouth sleeps 2.

Features include: • Pet friendly • Internet Access • Romantic Breaks • Close to the Beach • Fishing near by • Cottage Sleeps 2

Accommodation overview: PRETTY ANNEXE TO MAIN FARMHOUSE WITH BEACH A SHORT WALK AWAY This delightful property nestles next to the owner s property on a small organic farm with sheep and chickens. It has been built and developed in a sustainable way using a number of local and natural materials and offers a great escape for couples looking to explore this lovely area. Perfectly placed on the Jurassic Coast designated as England s first Natural World Heritage Site and spanning 95 miles of the Dorset and East Devon coastline taking in some of the very finest walks and views available. The seaside village of Charmouth is a 2 mile walk from the property and offers an array of shops and pubs. Lyme Regis is also within easy reach and boasts an unspoilt seafront with sheltered south-facing beaches and traditional deckchairs that still line the promenade in summer. Other attractions in the area include the charming coastal resorts of Beer Seaton Sidmouth Branscombe and numerous National Trust properties and gardens. The accommodation offers ONE bedroom: super-king-size (that can be presented as a twin upon request) with en-suite bathroom with shower attachment and WC. Shower-room: with electric shower and WC located on the ground floor. Lounge/diner: lovely cosy area with large flatscreen TV/DVD and French doors with garden views. Kitchen: with electric double hotplate hob small electric combination microwave oven and fridge with freezer compartment. Regret no washing machine but it is possible to use the one in the main farmhouse by arrangement. Outside: private patio area with garden furniture. Amenities: private off-road parking for 1 car. Bed linen towels electric heating (underfloor heating on the ground floor and central heating on the first floor) and Wi-Fi included. Regret no smoking. 2 well-behaved dogs welcome please kindly keep on leads when on site. Location: beach 2 miles pub within walking distance and selection of pubs shops and restaurants in Charmouth 2 miles.