Bishops Cottage

3.5 star property
3.5-star guest house near Durdle Door

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Seasonal outdoor pool
Suite, Ensuite (Bar Room) | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Basic Suite, Ensuite, Sea View (The Boat House) | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Exterior
Basic Room, Sea View | Balcony view

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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Main Rd, Wareham, England, BH20 5RQ
  • Place, Lulworth Cove Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Weymouth Bay
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Lulworth Cove
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    ‪64 min drive‬

Room options

Suite, Ensuite (The Cliff)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free wired internet

Basic Suite, Ensuite, Sea View (The Boat House)

  • Sea view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Basic Room, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Basic Room, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

Suite, Ensuite (Study Room )

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Double Room, Ensuite (The Pool)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Comfort Room, Partial Sea View

  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, Ensuite (Bar Room)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Wareham

Close to the beach.With a stay at this Wareham guesthouse, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Lulworth Cove and Dorset and East Devon Coast. Weymouth Bay and Lulworth Cove Beach are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Lulworth Cove Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Weymouth Bay - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Dorset and East Devon Coast - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Lulworth Cove - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles

Getting around

  • Wool Station - 16 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪treetops cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Orchard Tea Room - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Castle Inn - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Boat Shed - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Monkey World Cafe - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Bishops Cottage

3.5-star guest house near Durdle Door
Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. A seasonal outdoor pool, a terrace, and a garden are also featured at Bishops Cottage.
  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
Bishops Cottage offers 11 accommodations. Housekeeping is offered on request and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 10 per day)
  • Onsite parking options include a carport

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom

More

  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM

Late check-in subject to availability

Late check-in fee: GBP 10 for check-in between 8:00 PM and 11:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Front desk staffed during limited hours

If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 20 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: GBP 50 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 10 per day (656 ft away)
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-in fee: GBP 10 for check-in between 8:00 PM and 11:00 PM

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a debit card 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open March 31 and close October 01.

Property is also known as

Bishops Cottage Wareham

Bishops Cottage Guesthouse

Bishops Cottage Guesthouse Wareham

Frequently asked questions

How close is Bishops Cottage to the airport?

Bishops Cottage is 26.5 mi (60-min drive) away from the Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Bishops Cottage have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Bishops Cottage.

How close is Bishops Cottage to the beach?

This guesthouse is a short 1-minute walk from Lulworth Cove Beach and 2 mi (14-min drive) from Durdle Door Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Bishops Cottage offer free breakfast?

Bishops Cottage offers free continental breakfast every day from 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Bishops Cottage?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at Bishops Cottage?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Bishops Cottage?

Free parking is not available at this guesthouse.

Does Bishops Cottage have a pool?

Bishops Cottage features a seasonal outdoor pool.

Does Bishops Cottage have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is Bishops Cottage to downtown Wareham?

Bishops Cottage is 0.5 mi away from West Lulworth.

Bishops Cottage Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 40 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay and wonderful breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Freddy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente place, good to stay away from the busy capitals cities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and hospitable staff. Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly owner and great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Staff & service
Great location, Near popular tourist attractions, Great complimentary breakfast, lovely cat, Feels like home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We booked the pool room which was perfect for us. Lovely comfortable bed & breakfast was delicious. Great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location and excellenr facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Georgina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely quaint, amazing location, friendly people.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay, very helpful owners and right in the heart of the bay! Great food options literally on your doorstep and a great place for near Durdle Door. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing stay

An amazing time with the most beautiful views over the bay especially to watch sunrise. Perfect location to go for walks to durdle door. Special memories made here. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Celina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was amazing!!! This place was so homey - we absolutely loved it! Not fancy by any means but sooooo charming!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Home away from home

Beautiful place, warm welcoming hosts and looking forward to coming back soon
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A lovely spot right on the beach at Lulworth Cove
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Samantha cutting

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Awesome views.

Lovely stay. Nice size room, clean, big bed. Awesome views. Good shower.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property has a wonderful location. The room we stayed in needs some TLC particularly in the bathroom. It is a quirky place full of character and hosted by nice people.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Superb location in beautiful Lulworth Cove. Rooms in old family house, loads of character. Gorgeous garden with pool overlooking the cove. Delicious breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeetendra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love Philip and his family. Made us feel absolutely welcome. Philip also gave me some good advice from his army/flying days!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Parking: there is no parking on-site. The Hotel will provide a private Internet Link where you can Register for nearby Parking (100 meters away) at £3 per day. We used this and it was OK. Beaches and other scenic Sites are just a walk-away. Local Buses available for multiple destinations. Local Pub food excellent. We loved our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Family home not a hotel!! Key point!! Super friendly people. Very helpful and chilled. Some communal areas needed a spring clean. Pool is lovely but not heated which is a shame. Location is unreal. Ice cream to die for!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Miss Abigail F

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a find! For some reason it didn’t quite click that the hotel was literally on Lulworth Cove until we got there. Gorgeous views, lovely swimming pool which we had to ourselves every time we used it and lovely Lulworth Cove beach just a minute’s walk away. Nice cafes and pubs all within a few minute’s walk so once the car was parked in the public car park just down the road it didn’t move till we left. Owners and staff all lovely people. We will be back next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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4/10 Poor

Jeanette

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Disappointing

Stunning views but the accommodation was sadly below standard for the cost No tv no wifi loose toilet seat loads of cobwebs and spiders. Breakfast was ok Staff friendly
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

georgiana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We were unable to stay at this facility due to illness incurred on our trip . However, this understanding and workable business allowed us to obtain a refund for half the stay . Thank you ever so much . You have a perfect location for the outstanding area of West Lulworth. Again very grateful for your kindness
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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4/10 Poor

Vini

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I don’t liked smell of dog in bedroom I will book bedroom without pets area
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Mary

Liked: Room comfort

Average service with my payment

Hotel stay was good but we were 3 including my 2 year old kid and I paid extra 40 to hambury room eventhough we were not using too much energy and any of the extra bed. We enjoyed the breakfast very well. The pool which was allowed was not at all clean and we can’t even use it may be because off season they didn’t managed to clean. The wifi was not working on the first day and later we need to remind them the next day and she didn’t even bother to ask whether it is ok or not.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024