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Dormouse Cottage

(Ref. 1135014)

Burton Bradstock, Dorset Show on map

3.4

Sykes rating

  • 3 Guests

  • 2 Bedrooms

  • 1 Bathroom

  • Pets Yes

Features

  • Garden / Patio
  • Washing machine
  • Broadband / WiFi

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8 Customer Reviews

  • "Great week in this lovely little cottage."

    Great comms with the owner, perfect location and everything as described on the website. Thank you!

    Thanks for taking the trouble to give us such a nice review. We're so pleased you had a good holiday. Regards, Graham and Jean Property Owner

    Reviewed by Alex13.3Mar 2024

  • "We stayed at Dormouse cottage during the Feb half term."

    Here are our comments: Good points: Able to get into the property easily, and actually got an email the day before saying it had already been cleaned so we could arrive whatever time we wanted. Beds all very clean and comfy, we all slept brilliantly Cute, traditional cottage, with many features you would expect (this properly has steep stairs and low beams as you would expect a cottage to have) Bathroom clean with a brand new seal on shower screen, so no leaks when using the shower Fully enclosed rear garden to let our dog out into, this was great Good TV that worked well, and really good wifi even with multiple devices connected Microwave, fridge, cooker and other kitchen appliances all clean and worked fine. Warm and easy to heat to the temperature you want Arrived to a bottle of wine, tea and coffee making things and pre packeted biscuits waiting for us, this was a lovely touch! Not so good points: Other than the basics you would expect some areas of the cottage needed a good clean. I think this isn’t helped by all the decorative items around the cottage. I went prepared and wiped round with detox wipes. The sofa wasn’t great and was covered in dog hair. We spent about 20 minutes hoovering this. It did have a lot of scatter cushions and blankets on it so we removed these and didn’t put them back on then gave it a good hoover. The front door was quite stiff and needed a good pull / push to make sure it was shut properly. Others have commented on the noise from the windows, we didn’t really notice this too much and it definitely wasn’t an issue for us. Overall we had a great stay. It was comfy, we slept well and could easily sort food etc. The location is also great with plenty of things to do in and around the village. Plus our 7 year old son also really enjoyed it and slept well. Since returning the owner of the cottage contacted us for feedback and was genuinely interested in what we had to say and how he can make improvements. Again, Another great touch! Thanks for a lovely stay, we are booking for a return visit later in the year!

    We are so pleased that you had a good holiday and enjoyed staying in Dormouse Cottage. Thanks for taking the trouble to leave a review. We will attend to the cleanliness issues. We look forward to welcoming you again. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Jo10.8Feb 2024

  • "Having used Sykes holiday accommodation in Wales we were disappointed with Dormouse Cottage."

    Many of the widows required replacing and would not close properly leaving a draughty gap, and the cottage required a new front door, with the sill being rotten. Small things like stained mugs and a toaster which only seemed to toast one side. The heating was good and efficient.

    Reviewed by Michael8.3Oct 2023

  • "We left after 5 days."

    Stairs a nightmare, treads very narrow and steep, had to turn sideways on whilst holding onto the rail to get up or down. I am in so much pain. I tried to cancel weeks before but Sykes didn't want to know they wouldn't even give me the contact number for the owners. Road noise terrible, noisy motorbikes/traffic all weekend passing within inches of garden. Not a peaceful holiday it was awful.

    Thank you for taking the time to leave your feedback. It is disappointing to read that you didn’t enjoy your stay at the Cottage. We try to make sure the description is very clear regarding the steep stairs. As the property is a 16th Century cottage, we know it may not be suitable for everyone. Due to GDPR, Sykes/Dream Cottages would not be able to give my number out to any guests. They manage my property and would refer to the booking conditions when looking to cancel/change. Dream Cottages are always on hand if any guests find issues with cleanliness or need any assistance. Kind regards, Graham. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Maureen5.0Oct 2023

  • "Overall a lovely little cottage but does require a few maintenance issues such as the windows and in bathroom."

    The glass screen on bath allows water to go on floor and door stop needs replacing. Also need to consider installing a handrail in the garden as steps up to patio area are steep. Only thing that would really stop us staying here again is the close proximity to the main road and the noise this generates.

    Thanks for the feedback. Apologies for the shower screen leaking-I replaced the seal a month ago but will put a wider seal on the screen next time we visit and also replace the doorstop. I'll give some thought to a handrail in the garden. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Kim10.0Sep 2023

  • "It's a lovely cottage but needs updating as upstairs window frames crumbling ..."

    It's a lovely cottage but needs updating as upstairs window frames crumbling away as has wood lice also front bedroom walls very cracked Good heating Bathroom smelled of damp little garden was lovely The village and surrounding area was lovely nice place for a holiday

    Thanks very much for the feedback . We have just taken ownership of the cottage. We have booked a time for the windows to be renovated and a decorator to attend to the crack in the bedroom wall.The windows don't have woodlice-they are just in need of refurbishment. We have also planned other work. We can't do things as quickly as we would like because the cottage had bookings a few months ahead when we bought it. I think the bathroom needs the window open regularly as at present there is no extractor. We're pleased you like the village-we love it. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Caroline10.0Jul 2023

  • "Very disappointing and dirty cottage."

    It needs a huge amount of work done to it - painting, new windows etc… Generally in need of a thorough deep clean. There were cobwebs everywhere, the house smelled awful when we arrived but realised this is because of the hoover - which stank to high heaven when you used it. The carpet is filthy and stained. Windows looked like they hadn’t been cleaned for over 6 months. Some windows are rotten. The towels were stained with yellow marks. Behind the bed was disgusting! It’s not at all like the photos on Sykes or Dream Cottages website- the sofa is grey and grubby - not cream, the table is too big for the cottage and not white. It is very poorly stocked - the only saving grace was that we ate out every night. There were no cleaning products apart from washing up liquid and multi surface cleaner - so had to use that to clean the bathroom and mop the floor before we left. Don’t know why we were provided with dishwasher tablets as there’s no dishwasher and I certainly wouldn’t wash my clothes with dishwasher tablets. Also situated on a very busy, noisy road - don’t think that you will enjoy a peaceful breakfast outside as trucks and cats rush past! A very overpriced and underwhelming cottage. We contacted Sykes about a few things and they did offer to get a cleaner in on the Thursday - we said it wasn’t worth it but hoped that the cottage would be cleaned properly for the next guests. They also provided us with a clothes airer (as we’d had to drape washing over shower screens, radiators etc…) and a new cafetière on the Thursday. I do feel they need to update their photos and description of the property as it is definitely NOT the way it appears on their site. However, Burton Bradstock is a beautiful village with fabulous walks and places to eat - just don’t stay in this cottage!

    Thanks for taking time to leave a review. Since your visit we have improved the cottage and referred the cleaning issues to Dream Cottages. The photos have now been updated. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Michael4.2Jul 2023

  • "We loved staying in Burton Bradstock and the cottage was as described and worked well for us as a base to explore Dorset."

    We were concerned about feedback from previous users but this was rectified before we visited. We originally place out order with VRBO that in the end was a waste of time and an unnecessary step in the booking process. I suggest the owner de-lists from this organisation. A week before we went to Dormouse cottage VRBO told us our booking was cancelled and this proved to be completely untrue. We also had communication from Dream Cottages that also proved to be a confusion and took a few phone calls to clarify the situation. Otherwise we enjoyed our stay at Dormouse Cottage.

    Reviewed by Michael10.8Jul 2023

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Summary

  • Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x single
  • Bathroom with shower cubicle, basin and WC
  • Kitchen
  • Living/dining room.
  • Central heating
  • Electric oven, microwave, fridge, washing machine, Nespresso coffee machine
  • TV with Freeview, DVD player, WiFi
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Roadside parking in the village near the cottage
  • Patio area with furniture
  • One well-behaved dog welcome (£21 charge per pet, per week)
  • No smoking
  • Shop and 2 excellent pubs, 0.1 miles
  • Note: Check-in from 4pm, check-out by 10am
  • Note: Due to steep stairs, the property is not suitable for elderly guests or those with limited mobility
  • Note: This property does not accept children under six years of age
  • Note: The inglenook fireplace is for display only
  • Note: TV has limited channels

The property

This quaint holiday cottage rests in the popular coastal village of Burton Bradstock in Dorset.

With exceptional period features, including wooden beams and inglenook fireplace dating back to the 16th century, Dormouse is a quintessential village cottage in an ideal location for both country and coastal lovers.

A charming, well-equipped cottage style kitchen, and a snug sitting room complete with dining table for three invites you to prepare and enjoy a romantic meal, whilst the enclosed patio area is the perfect secluded area to sit and enjoy a drink.

When you’re ready, head out to explore Burton Bradstock and visit the famous Hive beach café or savour a meal in one of the local pubs.

Spend time meandering whilst taking in the stunning local coastline or take a drive to West Bay, which is less than two miles away, giving you a chance to explore the colourful fishing harbour and to sample some of the locally caught crabs and lobsters.

A drive to historic Abbotsbury is also highly-recommended during your time in the region, after you have explored the village and you have paid a visit to the sub-tropical gardens and Swannery, you can journey along the coast road which spans the whole of the Chesil beach and view the breath-taking coastline from the top of Abbotsbury Hill.

A perfect location for exploring all across Dorset, Dormouse cottage is the perfect cottage for a break.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £150.

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About the location

BURTON BRADSTOCK

Bridport 2.5 miles; Weymouth 15 miles; Dorchester 16 miles; Yeovil 21 miles

A wonderful coastal village in Bride Valley on Dorset's picturesque Jurassic Coast, flanked by the River Bride. Burton Bradstock is the perfect spot for a peaceful break on England's south coast, with the South West Coastal Path running alongside for you walking enthusiasts. The village itself boasts 16th and 17th century thatched cottages as well as two pubs, a shop and a Post Office, the glistening Hive Beach is a wonderful spot to spend the summer days with the magnificent cliffs as a backdrop, there is also a lovely café to sit and relax in, once a year the Spring Tide Festival is held which would be worth lining up your holiday with! There are many attractions and activities to enjoy around here, with the stunning coastal resort of Weymouth making for an excellent day out. Alternatively, head inland to Dorchester and Yeovil for great shopping, architecture, eating and drinking.

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Note: This property does not accept children under six years old. 
Note: The inglenook is for display only and cannot be used.
Note: Some of the ceiling and thresholds in Dormouse are a little low in keeping with the age of the cottage.
Note: Stairs are very steep with narrow treads, only one handrail, low front door.
Note: Bedroom 2 is accessed through Bedroom 1.
Note: This property is set on the road which runs through the village.
Note: This is a non smoking property and there is to be no use of BBQs or Firepits.
Note: Property has a £150 Good Housekeeping Bond.

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas