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Traditional Dorset Stone Cottage, large garden, pretty village near sea.
- Cottage
- People: 4
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Min. Stay: 2–7 nights
Traditional stone cottage dating from 1790's with large, enclosed gardens.
Bedrooms
Description of sleeping capacity: Sleeps 4 (2 Bedrooms) Notes on bedrooms: Bedroom 1 with double bed. Bedroom 2 with full-sized single bed and shorter loft bed suitable for child or adult over 6 years but less that 5'5"!
Facilities
Featured
- Internet
- Fireplace
- TV
- Satellite or Cable
- Washer & Dryer
- Children Welcome
- Parking
- No Smoking
- Heater
Bathrooms
- Bathrooms: 1
- Bathroom 1Toilet, Bath
- Bathroom with bath, sink and wc.
Safety features
- Smoke detectorGround and first floor.
- Fire extinguisherKitchen, with fire blanket
- Carbon-monoxide detectorGround floor
Location Type
- near the sea
- village
General
- HeatingElectric heaters in all rooms.
- Linens provided
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
- FireplaceLog stove with starter pack
- Parking availableThere is parking for one car in front of the cottage.
- InternetFree wifi
- Towels available
- Wireless Internet
- Wood stoveStarter pack provided. Fire guard below double bed.
- Iron & board
- Hair dryer
- Basic soaps
- Toilet roll
- Living RoomTwo sofas, dresser, dining table and chairs, Freesat TV, Blu-ray DVD player, Wi-Fi, range of games, book and DVD library, local information pack, restricted, child's booster seat.
Kitchen
- Fridge
- Hob
- Oven
- Microwave
- Grill
- Coffee makerCafetiere
- Toaster
- Blender
- Pantry items
- Dishes & utensilsComprehensive set of pots, pans and cutlery.
- KitchenOven, ceramic hob, sink, fridge, microwave, toaster, washer/dryer, kettle.
- Kettle
Dining
- Seating for 4 people
- Dining area
- Childs highchair
- DiningChild's booster seat provided.
Entertainment
- Television
- Satellite/Cable TVFreesat television
- StereoWe provide a speaker system that you can connect to your ipod or MP3 player.
- DVD playerWide range of DVD titles for kids and adults.
- BooksRange of fiction, walking books and local guides.
- GamesGood range including backgammon, scrabble and cards.
- Video libraryWide range of classic and recent films.
Outside
- GardenLarge, enclosed and secluded garden with lawns, vines, trees and mature planting.
- Kayak/canoeLyme Bay is excellent for kayaking - we've paddled with a dolphin!
- TerraceThe back garden is a natural sun-trap. We have a sun terrace further up the garden.
- Outdoor Furniture
Suitability
- wheelchair inaccessible
Onsite Services
- Housekeeper included
Notes
- Notes on accommodation: Unless otherwise agreed, all bookings are made as Friday to Friday lettings. Sorry, we can't accommodate dogs or pets of any kind. No smoking or use of vapour devices please. Bed linen and dish cloths provided. Please bring your own bathing and wash towels! Outside: Patio. Mature, extensive and enclosed floral gardens. Sizeable lawns and hardstanding areas. Garden bench, picnic table and seating, two sun chairs, parasol. Cleaning / Towels / Linen / Maid service: Bed linen, dish cloths and tea towels included. Guest towels NOT included. Gulliver's Cottage is self-catering. We ask that for the benefit of all our visitors, you leave the cottage in the same condition as you found it on your arrival.
Policies
Cancellation Policy
- 100% refund if you cancel at least 30 days before check-in.
- 50% refund (minus the service fee) if you cancel at least 14 days before check-in.
- No refund if you cancel less than 14 days before check-in.
Damage and incidentals
You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property that is caused by you or your party during your stay.
House Rules
Children allowed
No pets
No events
No smoking
Max guests: 4
Minimum age of primary renter: 18
- Bed linen, dish cloths, bathing and tea-towels are supplied. Visitors are asked to bring their own towels.
- On final payment, we will send entry instructions. If any aspect of this is unclear, please do not hesitate to contact me by phone or e-mail.
Cleaning practices
Property has guest safety measures
High-touch surfaces cleaned with disinfectant (e.g. countertops, light switches, handles and taps)
Check in and check out with no person-to-person contact
Cleaned with disinfectant
All towels and bedding washed in hot water that’s at least 60ºC
Location
Hosted by Jonathan Dixon
Ask a questionAbout Jonathan Dixon
We are Jonathan and Cate Dixon. We bought Gulliver's Cottage in 2010 and love every minute we spend there and hope you will too. We live nearby and are committed to helping you get the best from your stay and are always happy to give you ideas and advice for walks, places and eat and visit. All you need do is call or e-mail!
Jonathan Dixon purchased this Cottage in 2010
Why Jonathan Dixon chose Shipton Gorge
Shipton Gorge is a quiet, leafy Dorset village with a history going back to the Domesday Book in 1086. Built around the 13th century St Martin's Church, Shipton Gorge is well connected with a network of footpaths and bridleways to the coast at Hive Beach, stunning countryside, the South West Coastal Path, nearby ancient monuments and breathtaking hill-top views. You'll find a friendly welcome from villagers and the nearby New Inn, the village's own pub that serves great meals and Palmer's ales. We're about 10 minutes drive from Bridport which is a pretty, trendy but bustling market town. Bridport offers a superb range of independent and quirky shops, an amazing street market, a fantastic range of eating places and there is lots to see and do.
What makes this Cottage unique
Our cottage, which dates back to the 1790's and situated in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, has been converted to be easy, clean and airy but also to retain its quirky character and charm. Gulliver's Cottage is not just another holiday rental - it's our home from home, where we come to relax with friends and family and we hope that you'll feel the same way. We are within easy reach of a wealth of stunning Jurassic Coast beaches at Burton Bradstock, Lulworth and Durdle Dor, the Chesil Beach and Lyme Regis. Visit West Bay, used in the recent TV drama, Broadchurch. Local attractions include Maiden Castle, Hardy's Cottage in Dorchester, the Swannery at Abbotsbury and several historic homes and gardens.
- Languages:
- English
Private hosts do not rent properties as a trade, business or profession.