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Whatley Cottage, Rural Retreat. Pet Friendly.

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Property grounds
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
Dorset
  • Broadwindsor Craft and Design Centre
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Mapperton Gardens
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • West Bay Beach
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    ‪55 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Beaminster

In Beaminster .At this Beaminster cottage, you'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Broadwindsor Craft and Design Centre and 6 miles (10 km) of Mapperton Gardens. Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Mangerton Mill are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Broadwindsor Craft and Design Centre - 6 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Mapperton Gardens - 10 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty - 11 min drive - 6.5 miles
  • West Bay Beach - 17 min drive - 9.6 miles
  • Lyme Regis Beach - 28 min drive - 18.2 miles

Getting around

  • Crewkerne Station - 19 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Marquis of Lorne - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪The Pymore Inn - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Winyards Gap Inn - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Greyhound - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Ollerod - ‬20 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Whatley Cottage, Rural Retreat. Pet Friendly.

Whatley Cottage is perfectly situated for a peaceful, rural holiday for couples. Nestled deep in the rolling Dorset countryside, enjoy the peace of the beautiful, rural position, while still being only a short walk from the bustling town centre of Beaminster. Just a 20 minute drive will take you to Bridport and West Bay, the heart of the Jurassic Coast World Heritage site.

Perfect for year round use with a large outdoor dining area and a log burner inside for the colder months. With almost zero amounts of light and sound pollution, Whatley is the perfect location for star gazing and listening to the wildlife.
The space
The main entrance to the cottage is by 4 steps and then through a double door and into the main kitchen and dining area of the cottage. The ground level of the cottage is traditional stone flooring with a rug in the living room and a log burner. There is also central heating throughout the cottage and heated towel rails in the bathroom. A carpeted staircase leads to the bathroom and bedroom on the first floor. The bed is a king size. Both the bathroom and bedroom have solid wood floors, with a large rug in the bedroom.
Guest access
Within easy walking distance of Beaminster town centre where you can hop on a bus into Bridport and then onto the wider Dorset area and just a 15 minute drive/from Crewkerne Railway station and 30 minutes from either Dorchester or Axminster stations.
Other things to note
The property is accessed through a gate and then down 4 wide steps with a hand rail into the cottage.

Property manager

Hayley

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Whatley Cottage, Rural Retreat. Pet Friendly. to the airport?

This cottage is 43 mi (72-min drive) away from the Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Whatley Cottage, Rural Retreat. Pet Friendly. have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Whatley Cottage, Rural Retreat. Pet Friendly. to the beach?

This cottage is 14.7 mi (45-min drive) from Chesil Beach and 8.6 mi (22-min drive) from East Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Whatley Cottage, Rural Retreat. Pet Friendly. offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Whatley Cottage, Rural Retreat. Pet Friendly.?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at Whatley Cottage, Rural Retreat. Pet Friendly.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Whatley Cottage, Rural Retreat. Pet Friendly.?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Whatley Cottage, Rural Retreat. Pet Friendly. have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Whatley Cottage, Rural Retreat. Pet Friendly. have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Whatley Cottage, Rural Retreat. Pet Friendly. to downtown Beaminster?

This cottage is 0.8 mi away from Beaminster.

Whatley Cottage, Rural Retreat. Pet Friendly. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Deborah L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Cosy Cottage

We had a lovely weekend at Whatley Cottage. The weather wasn’t that great but the cottage was so cosy and comfortable we were happy to spend time chilling. The cottage was exceptionally clean and fully equipped. The welcome hamper was a lovely touch and throughly enjoyed. Lovely garden safe for pets.Hayley is really friendly and on hand if required.Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russell H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Absolutely nothing could be improved upon!

This property was exceptional in every way. And I do mean EVERY way. From the simple check in procedure, to lovely friendly owners on site if needed, cleanliness, a very generous welcome basket, facilities, beautiful location, easy safe parking and an enclosed garden for our puppy, I honestly couldn't find a single fault.It's an easy and beautiful 15 minute walk to the centre of the village where there are 4 pubs, a couple of cafes, independent shops and 2 x convenience stores. The locals are extremely welcoming and the coast is a 20 minute drive away.Absolutely can't go wrong with this property and I am very sad to be writing this back home as we both really miss our stay there just a day after returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela r.

Liked: Cleanliness

I wish I had more than 5 stars!

this is a special holiday stay, beautiful, well-equipped and comfortable cottage. Nothing is too much bother for the owner and we were made very welcome.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gorgeous !!

The cottage is amazing. So well equipped, cosy and clean. The bathroom is beautiful. It’s in an ideal area to explore Dorset but equally we had a lovely cosy afternoon/evening when it was wet. Hayley has made the cottage the perfect romantic hideaway with all the essentials needed for a cosy break. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janette D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great weekend away

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Whatley Cottage, such a comfortable and cosy place, furnished and equipped to an extremely high standard. Hayley the owner was very helpful and welcoming. The cottage is ideally located for exploring the coast and countryside of West Dorset, and there are some lovely local walks and nice places to eat in Beaminster itself. Our two cats really liked the cottage too, and loved the packet of Dreamies that Hayley left for them. All in all, probably the nicest cottage we've ever stayed in. Only one complaint...our stay was too short!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Edwin S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Whately Cottage

This cottage is absolutely perfect for couples wanting a break in Dorset. It is finished to a very high standard and met all our needs perfectly. I would have no hesitation in recommending this property and we shall certain return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTOPHER D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful

The property was outstanding and we received a very warm welcome from our host. A beautiful place to stay in summer & I would imagine in winter. Highly recommend it to you.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023