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Holiday Home of the Year | Sleeps 20 | Tennis, Gardens | 1m Jurassic Coast Beach

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A house with a white brick exterior, a green door, and a window with a curtain.
A spacious room with a wooden staircase, a fireplace, and a window with a view of the outdoors.
A spacious living room with a fireplace, white furniture, and large windows allowing natural light.
A spacious living room with a wooden dining table, two chairs, a sofa, and a large window offering a view of the countryside.
A hallway with white walls and doors leading to a bedroom.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Dorset National Landscape
Sleeps 20•9 bedrooms•12 beds

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard

Explore the area

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Bridport, Dorset
  • Place, Dorset National Landscape
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, The Tunnel Target Sports Centre
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Lyme Regis Beach
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

9 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

attic dorm

4 Single Beds

bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

cottage downstairs

1 Double Bed

Cottage north

1 Double Bed

Cottage south

1 Double Bed

end room

1 Double Bed

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

west bedroom

1 Double Bed

6 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 6

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 7

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Holiday Home of the Year | Sleeps 20 | Tennis, Gardens | 1m Jurassic Coast Beach

***VRBO HOLIDAY HOME OF THE YEAR 2026***

A large Arts & Crafts country house with cottage near Lyme Regis — ideal for multi-generational family stays, with tennis court, large garden, and direct access to the Jurassic Coast.

Rushay has been named 2026 Holiday Home of the Year in recognition of our superlative guest reviews, plus the delights of Bridport and Lyme Regis – and the beauty of West Dorset’s Jurassic coast.

A mile from the beach at Charmouth, Rushay is a nine-bedroom Edwardian country house and cottage, sleeping up to 20. With four reception rooms, open fires, a hard tennis court, and gardens that come alive with wildflowers in spring, it’s a home designed for gathering up families and friends.

We are proud of every guest who has stayed, explored, cooked, walked and celebrated here — this award belongs as much to them as to us.

If some houses are for staying in, others are for slowing down: so Rushay is set up for long, unhurried days with family and friends. Think shared meals at a long table, books by the fire, children exploring the garden, and coastal walks straight from the door.

Perfect for multi-generational stays, the house combines character and comfort: spacious living areas, a fully equipped kitchen (plus a second in the adjacent cottage), superfast WiFi, and carefully designed bedrooms.

Outside, enjoy a hard tennis court, an asado barbecue, and a west-facing terrace for evenings that stretch into dusk.

Charmouth beach is a mile away across the fields; the wider Dorset coast — from Lyme Regis to Chesil Beach — is within easy reach.

Dogs welcome. Logs provided. Everything in place for a slower kind of stay.


1. 🏡 At-a-glance
• Holiday Home of the Year 2026
• Spacious Arts & Crafts country house near Lyme Regis
• Sleeps 20 guests comfortably
• Large dining table for shared meals
• Multiple living areas for relaxing or socialising

2. 📍 Location & standout experience
• 1 mile walk to Charmouth beach (Jurassic fossils)
• Close to Jurassic Coast
• Easy access to Lyme Regis, Bridport & Chesil Beach
• Coastal walks, countryside and sea on the doorstep

3. 🌿 Outdoor highlights
• Large private garden and grounds
• Hard tennis court (racquets & balls provided)
• Argentinian asado barbecue
• West-facing terrace for sunset dining

4. 🍳 Kitchen & dining
• Fully equipped kitchen with Aga, induction hob & double ovens
• Second kitchen in cottage (ideal for larger groups)
• American-style fridge/freezer
• Indoor & outdoor dining spaces
• Option for private chef (on request)

5. 🛏 Bedrooms & bathrooms
Sleeping up to 20 guests across 9 bedrooms:
• Comfortable bedrooms suited to families & groups
•. 2 king-size rooms
•. 6 double rooms (one en suite)
•. 1 ground-floor en suite bedroom (easy access)
•. 1 attic dormitory with 4 single beds
• Quality linens and fluffy towels provided

6. 🔥 Living & entertainment
• Log fires (logs provided)
• Books, board games, jigsaws & cards
• TV with full services
• DAB radio

7. 🐾 Practical essentials
• Superfast WiFi throughout
• Dogs welcome
• Parking available for everyone
• Suitable for celebrations & gatherings

Designed for bringing everyone together — with space to slow down.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
We love a dog, but not on the furniture or beds!
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please don't put anything down the loo except loo paper! We are on private drainage and the tank can't take tampons, nappies, wet wipes etc etc
We are surrounded by grazing land: please do not interfere with any grazing animals and, if you have a dog, keep it under control always.
Read and understand the rental agreement. Booking confirms that you accept the rental agreement.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 10867643
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Bridport

Located in Bridport, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. Marine Theatre and Lyme Regis Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Lyme Regis Marine Aquarium and Bridport Arts Centre. Travelling with kids? Consider Bridport Leisure Centre and Seaton Tramway. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby.
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Bridport, Dorset

What's nearby

  • Dorset National Landscape - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • The Tunnel Target Sports Centre - 5 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Dorset and East Devon Coast - 6 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Lyme Regis Beach - 13 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Monmouth Beach - 14 min drive - 9.2 km

Getting around

  • Axminster Station - 10 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fox & Owl Cellar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Rock Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cobb Arms - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Swim - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Hind - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Holiday Home of the Year | Sleeps 20 | Tennis, Gardens | 1m Jurassic Coast Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Home of the Year | Sleeps 20 | Tennis, Gardens | 1m Jurassic Coast Beach?

As of 23 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Home of the Year | Sleeps 20 | Tennis, Gardens | 1m Jurassic Coast Beach on 1 Sept 2026 start from £2,480, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Holiday Home of the Year | Sleeps 20 | Tennis, Gardens | 1m Jurassic Coast Beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Holiday Home of the Year | Sleeps 20 | Tennis, Gardens | 1m Jurassic Coast Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Holiday Home of the Year | Sleeps 20 | Tennis, Gardens | 1m Jurassic Coast Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Holiday Home of the Year | Sleeps 20 | Tennis, Gardens | 1m Jurassic Coast Beach located?

This family-friendly Bridport holiday home is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of The Tunnel Target Sports Centre, Dorset National Landscape and Dorset and East Devon Coast. Charmouth Heritage Coast Centre and Charmouth Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

About the host

Hosted by Jason

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Jason writes detective novels, histories, travel books, and a column for Country Life magazine. Kate's interiors are widely admired - Ben Pentreath's English Decoration features one of her houses and picks out her knack of creating spaces that look timeless and settled. Kate and Jason live nearby in Dorset, with four children (and two dogs).

Why they chose this property

We chose this area because it offers an unusually rich mix of coast, countryside and culture, all within easy reach — and often on foot. From the garden you can walk straight down to the sea in about 20 minutes, arriving at Charmouth beach, one of the finest stretches of the Jurassic Coast. It’s famous for world-class fossil hunting, safe family swimming and long, restorative walks beside the waves.

The surrounding landscape is timeless West Dorset: small fields, ancient woodland and rolling hills crowned with Iron Age hill forts, offering exhilarating views across the Marshwood Vale to the sea and into two counties. You can leave everything behind simply by walking up into the hills.

Nearby towns add character and convenience. Lyme Regis (about 3 miles) charms with the Cobb harbour, dinosaur museums, independent shops and excellent restaurants. Bridport, just ten minutes away, is a lively market town with great food, shopping and a strong arts scene. Axminster, ten minutes over the Devon border, has a mainline railway station with easy connections.

Food lovers are especially well served here. The area boasts an outstanding food scene, from destination restaurants such as 101 Bridport, Tom’s in Lyme Regis and Brassica in Beaminster, to superb local produce. Felicity’s Farm Shop nearby sells rare-breed pork, excellent meat, cheese, Baboo organic ice cream and local vegetables, while the village honesty box offers seasonal produce — and even handmade herbal remedies.

Whether you come for walking, swimming, cooking, fossil hunting, exploring historic landscapes or simply relaxing with family and friends, this is a place that feels nourishing, beautiful and deeply lived-in — which is exactly why we chose it.

We look forward to welcoming guests to their home in Dorset.

What makes this property unique

The Agent's House was built in that long Edwardian summer when traditional craftsmanship met near-boundless wealth and modern amenities. With high ceilings, cavity walls, fine detailing and generous hardwoods, the house expresses the best of the Arts and Crafts style: practical, comfortable, warm in winter and light in summer.

The house returned to the original estate family in the early 1960s and was sensitively updated, inspiring some of the mid-century touches Kate has brought to the renovation. The owners were Cambridge academics, related to the economist Maynard Keynes, and over the years the house and grounds hosted visiting dons, geologists and seismologists.

Though it once needed repair and updating, the house’s core was always sound, its aspect marvellous, and its sense of solidity and ease unmistakable. Now fully restored, Rushay combines old-fashioned comfort with 21st-century amenities, including mod cons and fast fibre WiFi throughout. Guests always remark on the house’s scale, light and sense of space, as well as its simple, comfortable and tasteful decoration.

The Aga has powered many culinary triumphs and can be used like a plancha on the hob with the mats provided. There is also an induction hob and electric oven.

In spring and early summer the garden comes alive with wildflowers — orchids, bluebells, wild daffodils and bearded iris — while swallows nest in the eaves. Tits live behind the hopper on the north side, their chatter audible even from the bath.

The cottage is a wonderful extra space, whether for teenagers, grandparents or a quiet retreat, while the attic bedroom in the main house, with four single beds, is a firm favourite with young cousins.

We are especially proud of the terrace, perfect for watching the sun set over Westover Hill — perhaps while cooking on the Argentine-style asado barbecue after a game of tennis on the hard court.
Santé.

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