Key Features
- Property code: FOLCOT
- Preferred changeover day: Friday
- Check in: 4pm
- Check out: 10am
- 2 or more bathrooms
- Access statement available
- Central heating
- Parking (see description for details)
- Dishwasher
- Electric vehicle charging (see description)
- Ground floor accommodation
- Garden or outside space
- Nearby pub or restaurant
- Short breaks available
- Washing machine
- WiFi
Description
Folly Cottage is a modern and stylish barn conversion in the heart of an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. With the added benefit of a ground floor bedroom and ensuite shower room this fabulous property is light and airy, comfortably furnished and tastefully finished. The perfect property for a relaxing break, whatever the season. There is a fantastic sized patio, ideal for al fresco dining or simply enjoy a cool glass of wine on a summers evening after a day of exploring this scenic area. Equipped with a superb kitchen, generous living space and stunning countryside views to relax and enjoy, with abundant wildlife all around. This beautifully converted barn is the perfect location for a family wanting a comfortable base for a holiday or couples seeking a romantic break or country retreat near the coast.
Uploders is a pretty village in the heart of stunning countryside. This is an ideal base from which to explore the Jurassic Coast and all it has to offer. West Bay which featured on the TV drama Broadchurch is only five miles away and the spectacular World Heritage Coastline is within easy driving distance. Lyme Regis and Charmouth (famous for fossils), Abbotsbury, and the county town of Dorchester a short drive away and the lively market town of Bridport with it's an array of eclectic shops, art deco cinema, Arts Centre and every Wednesday and Saturday the famous street market selling artisan food and bric-a-brac
For those who love walks and nature you could not be in a better place with walks in every direction, Head to Eggardon Hill which lies about 1.5 miles south-east of the village. On the summit is a 14-hectare Iron Age Hill Fort with amazing views of Dorset AONB & Lyme Bay, or discover the ancient woodland of Powerstock Common. Circular walks from Powerstock takes in large sections of disused railway line, ideal for cycling.
The Spyway Inn offers good Dorset food and is within close walking distance of the property. Two further country pubs are reachable via pleasant walks through the countryside, The Crown and The Marquis of Lorne.
Short Breaks may be available in the quieter months. Please contact Toad Hall to discuss your requirements.
Key Features
- Property code: FOLCOT
- Preferred changeover day: Friday
- Check in: 4pm
- Check out: 10am
- 2 or more bathrooms
- Access statement available
- Central heating
- Parking (see description for details)
- Dishwasher
- Electric vehicle charging (see description)
- Ground floor accommodation
- Garden or outside space
- Nearby pub or restaurant
- Short breaks available
- Washing machine
- WiFi
Description
Folly Cottage is a modern and stylish barn conversion in the heart of an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. With the added benefit of a ground floor bedroom and ensuite shower room this fabulous property is light and airy, comfortably furnished and tastefully finished. The perfect property for a relaxing break, whatever the season. There is a fantastic sized patio, ideal for al fresco dining or simply enjoy a cool glass of wine on a summers evening after a day of exploring this scenic area. Equipped with a superb kitchen, generous living space and stunning countryside views to relax and enjoy, with abundant wildlife all around. This beautifully converted barn is the perfect location for a family wanting a comfortable base for a holiday or couples seeking a romantic break or country retreat near the coast.
Uploders is a pretty village in the heart of stunning countryside. This is an ideal base from which to explore the Jurassic Coast and all it has to offer. West Bay which featured on the TV drama Broadchurch is only five miles away and the spectacular World Heritage Coastline is within easy driving distance. Lyme Regis and Charmouth (famous for fossils), Abbotsbury, and the county town of Dorchester a short drive away and the lively market town of Bridport with it's an array of eclectic shops, art deco cinema, Arts Centre and every Wednesday and Saturday the famous street market selling artisan food and bric-a-brac
For those who love walks and nature you could not be in a better place with walks in every direction, Head to Eggardon Hill which lies about 1.5 miles south-east of the village. On the summit is a 14-hectare Iron Age Hill Fort with amazing views of Dorset AONB & Lyme Bay, or discover the ancient woodland of Powerstock Common. Circular walks from Powerstock takes in large sections of disused railway line, ideal for cycling.
The Spyway Inn offers good Dorset food and is within close walking distance of the property. Two further country pubs are reachable via pleasant walks through the countryside, The Crown and The Marquis of Lorne.
Short Breaks may be available in the quieter months. Please contact Toad Hall to discuss your requirements.
French doors access the
Lounge with beautiful views across open fields and Eggerdon hill. L-shape sofa and armchair, Flatscreen Smart TV and DVD player. Door to
Open plan kitchen and dining area with Bi-fold doors which access the patio garden.
Kitchen designed with breakfast bar and four stools and equipped with two ovens, induction hob, microwave, dishwasher and large capacity fridge. Dining table and chairs, Flatscreen TV on the wall, sofa bed (available on request) and coffee table.
Utility room with washing machine, sink, freezer and additional fitted oven/grill appliance.
Ground floor Bedroom 1 with 4ft 6inch double bed with ensuite shower room, shower cubicle, wash basin and W.C.
Stairs to
Bedroom 2 with King size bed and ensuite with shower over bath, wash basin and W.C.
Private outdoor area. Large patio accessed directly from the kitchen. Outdoor Dining table and chairs. Oak garden bench and two sun loungers. Garden bench on the lawned area. Tennis Court available Mon - Fri, 9-4pm. Complimentary rackets and tennis balls supplied.
The charming, sleepy Dorset village of Loders is found a couple of miles north-east of Bridport nestled in the folds of the Powerstock Hills. Pretty thatched cottages with rose filled gardens hug the quiet country road that runs along the valley forged by the River Asker, along with a primary school, historic 12th century church and a choice of two excellent pubs where the food is good and visitors are made very welcome.
A holiday in Loders is perfect for couples and families with lots to do in the surrounding area. Dust off your walking boots and explore the fabulous natural scenery on your doorstep here. In the heart of Dorset’s Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the village is surrounded by fields and woodland with plenty of circular walks. or the more adventurous can climb Eggadon Hill, topped with an Iron Age hill fort, where you will be rewarded by stunning panoramic view across the valley and the Jurassic Coast beyond.
And being just two miles from Bridport, our holiday cottages in Loders are well placed to explore this attractive Georgian town known for its thriving art and music scene, as well as a huge choice of independent shops, galleries, cafés and restaurants. Bridport’s picturesque harbour at West Bay opens up Dorset’s famous Jurassic Coast known for its towering cliffs, stunning scenery and endless beaches teeming with fossils. Here you can try a new water sport, take a walk with an experienced fossil hunting guide, blow away the cobwebs on the South West Coast Path or simply spend a lazy day on the beach with a picnic.
A holiday in Loders gives the best of both worlds; a quiet beautiful village with excellent pubs and all that Bridport and the Jurassic Coast has to offer just a few miles down the road - everything you need for a memorable holiday with family or loved ones in Dorset.
Parking for two cars on the private driveway.
- Included: Ben linen and towels (please bring your own beach towels), WiFi, electricity, Oil fired central heating, one high chair, one travel cot, stair gates.
- Telephone: Mobile signal very good - 4G coverage.
- Pets: One well behaved small dog welcome. Pet Charge: £30.00 per pet per week. Two will be considered - please call the office. Outdoor kennel available if guests wish to enjoy a special evening out, by prior arrangement with the owner.
- Electric Cars: Please note that this property does not have suitable facilities for charging electric vehicles. https://www.zap-map.com
- Arrival time - 4pm and Departure time - 10am.
- Local facilities: Spyway Inn: 0.5 miles, within a short walk. The Crown: 1.2 miles Beach: West Bay 5 miles. Bridport shops: 4 miles.
- Short Break Information: Short breaks are available at this property, please call 01297 443550 to book or to find out prices.
- Smoking/Vaping: not permitted.
The Marquis of Lorne
(2 miles)
(20)
An attractive 16th century country pub nestled in the beautiful hills of Nettlecombe, Dorset surrounded by beautiful countryside and within walking distance of Eggardon Hill, one of Dorset’s most spectacular Iron Age hill forts.
Freshly cooked, locally sourced lunches and evening meals are served every day complimented by a wide range of local ales and a well chosen wine list. On warm days you can sit outside in the large well kept garden where kids can play on the climbing frame, or there’s plenty of room inside with a bustling main bar, two dining areas and a snug with board games and table skittles.
The Marquis of Lorne, Nettlecombe, Dorset DT6 3SY (T: 01308 485236)
Great food and felt very welcome by the staff.
September 2023
Staff very friendly and the food was good.
May 2023
Tracey,Steve,Sharon and Co. Are just the best hosts. Amazing food,best Sunday lunches ever (booking necessary) really welcoming. We ate here every day of our holiday. Only go elsewhere if you can’t get a table here.
May 2023
This pub and restaurant is one of the best, and the staff are so friendly and helpful. Would recommend.
August 2022
Lovely pub just went for a drink lovely and friendly x
July 2022
tried and tested. very friendly owner and staff who made us feel very welcome when we popped in over the bank holiday (Without booking) when they were very busy. We tried the cottage pie and steak and would recommend. Great place nesstled in a lovely place.
June 2022
Excellent food and staff
May 2022
Really worth seeking out!! Superb food..fantastic staff..dog friendly. Went every day for lunch during our stay in uploders. Sir Anthony.
April 2022
We ate at the Marquis of Lorne twice during our week away, and the service and food was excellent on both occasions. They were very accommodating with kids food, and plenty of vegetarian options. Wld highly recommend.
April 2022
Very welcoming pub. We only had drinks here and didn't eat.
November 2021
Excellent food and the staff so helpful
October 2021
What a great pub, serving 1st class ale. The landlady always had a smile on her face despite the impact of Covid and British summer - its a shame it’s not my local pub !
May 2021
Just next door, friendly staff , lovely food
May 2021
Don't eat anywhere else! Great food and staff.
May 2021
We were planning to stay 4 nights at Marquis of Lorne to celebrate her birthday. What a mistake. We only stayed for one, Beware, the photographs flatter to deceive. We found a run down dirty property which smelled of wet dogs. The carpet in the living room was filthy. dirty blanket and cushions on sofa, the wood burner was full of old ash, the kitchen, including the cooker, crockery and cutlery were dirty and insanitary No Anti Covid precautions. My wife and I spent 2 hours on arrival to try hard to clean the place enough to spend a night there. Toad Hall did offer to send in an emergency cleaner but by that time it was too late. We had wasted enough time already. The next day we had no hesitation in cancelling our booking and returning home. This whole visit was a great disappointment Not a birthday treat! I would definitely NOT recommend this accommodation or Toad Hall Cottages organisation.Terrible
November 2020
We had a fantastic lunch here. Proper traditional home cooked food - probably the best cottage pie I've ever had! All felt very safe and clean too, during the COVID situation.
September 2020
Outstanding in every way. Lovely garden especially thought out for children . Excellent food
August 2020
Excellent food, friendly and accommodating. Very good fillet steak and dover sole.
December 2019
We had a lovely meal. The service was good and the food very enjoyable.
September 2019
Excellent food and a great menu! Walking distance from our cottage so even better!
September 2019
The Three Horseshoes
(2 miles)
(15)
The Three Horseshoes Inn dates back to the 17th Century and is situated in the delightful village of Powerstock, just north of Bridport, surrounded by stunning scenery and excellent walking including well known Eggardon Hill.
The pub has a warm and friendly atmosphere, good food and log fire to keep you cosy in winter. Food is locally sourced from widely recognised suppliers with weekly seasonal specials, and is always well received.
Three Horseshoes Inn, Powerstock, Dorset DT6 3TF (T:01308 485328)
Ate there on 2 occasions, basic menu but adequate. Friendly staff and a reasonable selection of draught drinks for a village pub.
September 2023
We had a lovely meal in the garden with beautiful view
August 2023
Visited twice, ate once Amazing view outside, service very friendly Cider very tasty, and had a very good Argentinian melbec red wine
June 2023
We went for a drink didn’t find it very friendly and pricey but new owners are coming on 24 th July 2022
July 2022
Excellent Easter Sunday Meal - really well cooked and presented, with a reduced portion for our youngest followed up with an excellent desert. Good selection of beverages to accompany the food. Good value for the standard of the food
April 2022
Closed during the week of our stay as the landlords were on holiday.
November 2021
Stayed locally and had a lovely meal. Steak recommended - excellent. Nice Traditional pub and friendly staff
October 2021
We had a fantastic meal here on our last night! Martin and Agnes are so friendly and welcoming and the food and service was amazing. All felt very safe and clean too, during the COVID situation.
September 2020
Really lovely village pub. Fantastic views and really tasty food. Friendly landlord.
July 2020
Friendly & welcoming.
December 2019
We enjoyed a lovely, homely meal. Service was a bit slow but being on holiday it did not matter.
September 2019
Very friendly pub and excellent food if a limited menu.
September 2019
Very helpful and friendly landlord.
August 2019
Nice friendly pub with great food.... in a very special location, lovely village.
April 2019
Really Amazing food and a lovely warm atmosphere, visited 3 times during our week and would definately visit again.
January 2019
The Loders Arms
(2 miles)
(4)
A pretty, ivy-clad, Dorset stone pub in the village of Loders serving a great fresh locally sourced menu and specials board accompanied by an extensive selection of local ales and beverages. Work up an appetite or walk off lunch on one of the many walks in the beautiful surrounding countryside. Plenty of parking and outside seating available, dogs and children welcome.
The Loders Arms Loders, Bridport DT6 3SA ( T: 01308 488431
Excellent friendly service and food superb, dog friendly so even better, would reccomend without a doubt
September 2023
Nice pub in beautiful village. Food and drink good and staff friendly.
July 2022
Overall, enjoyed our visit. Found the food a little overpriced for what it was, though. And staff were not wearing face coverings, nor was there a screen at the bar, which was off-putting for us.
September 2021
A good local pub with excellent food and good company
September 2021
The Pymore Inn
(4 miles)
(3)
The Pymore Inn is a charming 200-year-old free house serving seasonal food and an ever-changing selection of real ales, ciders, wines and cocktails. Inside the pub is filled with character and cosy log fires, whilst outside is a large walled garden perfect for alfresco dining. During the summer months, The Pymore Inn serves pizzas and barbecues out in the garden, alongside an outdoor bar and toasty fire pit. Families, dogs, walkers and cyclists are very welcome.
The Pymore Inn, Pymore, Bridport DT6 5PN (T: 01308 422625)
Good Sunday lunch
April 2022
This was the best dinner we had during our stay - all of the pubs were superb, but this was the best!
August 2021
Great beer garden for the covid world, excellent service and high quality food. We booked to return but the thunderstorms arrived.
August 2020
Olive Tree - Bridport
(4 miles)
(6)
A Mediterranean bistro style restaurant specialising in fish and seafood in the heart of Bridport. Regarded highly in the food press and with a great atmosphere, the Olive Tree is well worth a visit.
Olive Tree 59 East St, Bridport DT6 3LB (T: 01308 422882)
Lovely lunch at the Olive Tree. Good quality food and friendly service. Safer to book as very popular.
November 2023
beautiful food, well presented, decent sized portions and good service - cannot fault it.
June 2022
would highly recommend a meal here ,best meal we had all week.fish meals the best,the spectacular meal was very very good,next time in dorset heading straight there
May 2022
excellent food and service, friendly professional team,
August 2021
Delicious food and great service - highly recommended.
August 2020
We ate at the Olive Tree one evening last week, and in no way regretted out choice. There was a varied menu and we had no difficulty in choosing our dishes. I had the soup special - smoked haddock chowder - and it was a meal in itself, and followed this with the fish special, a whole Dover Soul. Altogether a very satisfying dinner. Well recommended.
May 2018
Eggardon Hill
(2 miles)
(8)
Looked after by the National Trust, Eggardon Hill is a great place for walking, flying kites or simply taking in the extensive views of the surrounding countryside and the English Channel in the distance. The hill fort itself is about 2,500 years old, but originally there were two Bronze Age burial mounds on the summit. It's also an old smuggling spot - in the 18th century, Isaac Gulliver took advantage of the hill's commanding position and created a small plantation of trees to act as a landmark for his ships and help guide them to the coast.
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Beautiful place to visit with stunning views
August 2023
A truly beautiful place to walk.
May 2022
Great walk, and fantastic views
April 2022
A brilliant walk from Bridge Cottage. A must if you enjoying walking and good views (if the weather is kind to you!)
November 2021
This ancient hill fort is well worth visiting on a clear day. There is parking space near the top to save walking all the way up and the views down to the coast are breathtakingly beautiful.
October 2021
An exhilarating walk and a fantastic view whatever the weather
August 2021
Wow, what a view! You can walk or drive to it from Powerstock. Definitely worth a visit on a clear sunny day.
December 2019
Fascinating place when you consider that people lived here 2-3000 years ago. It's a good walk from Powerstock or surrounding villages.
September 2019
Mangerton Mill
(3 miles)
(4)
A 17th century water mill, artist’s studios, craft centre, tea room and museum set in a peaceful valley on the river Manger with beautiful riverside walks nearby. ‘Maria’s Pantry’ serves breakfast, light lunches, cream teas and homemade cakes in beautiful surroundings overlooking the mill pond.
Mangerton Mill, Mangerton Lane, Bridport DT6 3SG (T: 01308 485224)
Beautiful location and setting for a walk around the grounds. Cakes expectional.
September 2023
Really lovely place to visit. Excellent cream tea!
August 2023
Very pretty, did riverside walk as weather was beautiful. Highly recommend
October 2021
Lovely quaint place for lunch or afternoon tea. Need to order afternoon tea 24 hours beforehand. Old water mill with a few studios to visit
May 2021
Bridport Golf Club
(4 miles)
Bridport is the oldest golf club in Dorset, celebrating their 125th anniversary in 2016 but enjoying modern facilities catering to the 21st century golfer. Located on the Jurassic coastline, the views stretch across Lyme Bay and along Chesil Beach to Portland. The 6213 yard, cliff top links style golf course is a challenging but fair test for all abilities and can be played on all year round.
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West Bay Discovery Centre
(5 miles)
(2)
The West Bay Discovery Centre offers a fascinating insight into the area’s history with interactive displays charting the area’s journey from its shipbuilding past, through centuries of the local fishing industry to the development of tourism today. The centre also provides up to date information on what’s on in West Bay and Bridport, along with gifts and souvenirs to buy. Check the website for further details and opening times.
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Great little museum - lots of interesting local information presented in very accessible formats. Free, but donation appreciated.
October 2023
Good displays of the litter problems, very good for children to understand
September 2021
Lyme Bay RIB Charter
(5 miles)
(3)
Be blown away by a range of multi award-winning boat trips from West Bay. From exciting, fast paced trips to sightseeing cruises, private hire and watersports options, there are trips to suit all tastes and budgets
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We had a fabulous time on the rib ride. Staff were friendly and helpful, explaining safety procedures well and making the ride really exciting. Would recommend.
September 2022
Good food and friendly staff at the Blue Ball, Sidford I,ts a bit further out but worth it?
April 2022
Three of us did the 15 minute rib blaster and thoroughly enjoyed it. We were well looked after and it was thrilling and safe at the same time. Highly recommended.
August 2021
Hive Beach
(4 miles)
(3)
A National Trust beach in Burton Bradstock, Hive Beach is part of an estate that forms one of the main gateways to the Jurassic Coast and the South West Coast Path. Around it are beautiful cliff top walks, and surrounded by the sandstone cliffs, Hive Beach perfect for visiting families. Made of shingle, it forms part of the larger Chesil Beach and is on a World Heritage Site that has the largest shingle ridge in the world. The nearby Burton Cliff is an example of extraordinary geology in the area, which appears to glow bright gold in the sunlight. Perfect for picnics, the beach has a car park and toilets nearby, linked to the Hove Beach Café which specializes in serving fish. From 1st June to the end of September there are restrictions for dogs on the beach, but they are welcome on at least part of it all year round.
Absolutely stunning - it's a must do 30 minute walk along the beach.
August 2021
Beautiful beach, great for dog walking and connects with the South Coast Path.
September 2018
Beautiful, calm & perfect for dog walks
April 2018
Cogden Beach
(4 miles)
(2)
A National Trust beach, Cogden is a little known, secluded sand and shingle beach that comes complete with a members’ car park. It has a wonderful sense of feeling remote but being surprisingly easy to access – the bus even stops there! There aren’t any facilities, but it’s a beautiful setting, and in truth, the lack of goings on is part of its charm. Dogs are allowed on the beach all year round and it’s a haven for walkers looking to explore the area with the National Trust’s two mile/one-hour circular walk passing through it from flower-filled farmland, past ground nesting birds and along this striking section of the Jurassic Coast, known for having the largest shingle ridge in the world.
Fabulous quiet dog friendly beach
August 2023
There's a lovely 2 mile circular walk through the fields from the NT car park - through late spring and early summer orchids are to be found
May 2017
East Cliff Beach
(5 miles)
(2)
A fine shingle beach with sand at the water’s edge, East Cliff Beach is a beautiful place to spend the day with the family on summer holidays in Dorset. There’s lifeguard cover from July to September in the summer holidays on East Beach itself, but that doesn’t really cover East Cliff Beach, so just be careful when and where you swim and stay away from the cliff base to avoid falling stones. There’s a long stay car park behind East Beach and a smaller short stay car park just before entering the harbour area in front of the Bridport Arms Hotel. Toilets are located at the main West Bay Road car park and baby changing facilities are provided as well. Dogs are permitted on the beach all year round, but it is a clean zone that’s regularly patrolled by wardens imposing fines, so don’t forget to clean up after your pets!
We walked from Lyme Regis to Charmouth across this beach at low tide. MUST be low tide. It was a super walk, a bit challenging in places as we had climb over rocks. The dog absolutely loved it.
October 2018
I really enjoyed this side looking at interesting stone formations. The beach 'shelving' has to be looked out for if you are paddling and it is better to wait until very low tide so that you can see where bits rise and fall.
April 2018
West Bay Beach, Bridport
(5 miles)
(4)
Under the golden glow of the majestic sandstone cliffs and the Golden Cap, the highest cliff on the south coast, West Bay Beach (made famous by the popular drama series Broadchurch) is in the south of the historic market town of Bridport. At the western end of Chesil Beach, the area forms part of the Dorset Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site within Lyme Bay and is a wonderful location for family holidays. Bridport Town is a short bus ride away or a very pleasant 20-minute walk. The beach itself is shingle, sand and pebbles with steep shelving, a slipway and a harbour. There’s an auxiliary coastguard and lifeguards at your service, toilets, disabled toilets and a beachside refreshment kiosk. Nearby activities include kayaking, snorkeling, fishing, sailing, swimming surfing and jet skiing. There are also car parks close by and while dogs are banned from May to September, they are allowed out of the summer season.
Lovely to stroll along the top of the dune which is compacted, easy to walk on and accessible from either the pier or the road beside the Visitor Centre. Wonderful views.
October 2023
Lovely walk, bit strenuous climbing up Golden Cap, buts it’s worth it ! However there is an easier route too.
September 2018
Lovely place to wonder around. Great relaxing beach to stroll along brilliant view of the cliffs. Easy parking. Fish and chips from the Seasider chippie went there twice in the week. really tasty.
August 2018
we loved West Bay very much did not eat at any of the restuarants there apart from the George Hotel (one night) as Gluten Free options were either poor choices or non existant.
July 2017
West Bexington Beach
(5 miles)
(4)
A shingle beach that shelves steeply, West Bexington Beach is in Bridport, and like many beaches in the area is popular with walkers with beautiful views in all directions. There’s parking close by so remember to bring cash, as well as toilets and facilities, shops, restaurants, a refreshment kiosks and a picnic area. Dogs are allowed on the beach but there are restrictions and seasonal bans, so keep that in mind before you visit. The village of West Bexington itself is a small coastal village surrounded by National Trust land, so as you can imagine, it’s all suitably scenic. The area is perfect for sea fishing off the beach, catching mackerel in the summer and bass in the autumn on a landscape that consists of the beach, a reed bed, wet meadow and scrub – it’s a birdwatchers paradise. The beach is also good for swimming, but only if you’re a strong swimmer, and the entire Jurassic coastline is ideal for budding adventurers to hunt for fossils.
My favourite place. Very hard to walk on so not great for those with mobility problems.
May 2021
Wonderful peaceful place to be.
December 2018
great beach, just be careful some of the fishermen are really inconsiderate and had left hooks with bate attached and line on the beach and my dog was nearly badly hurt. just managed to get it out of her mouth before she ate it!
February 2018
Always quiet, usually sunny and sometimes dramatic. Treat the pebbles like a beanbag and you can settle in for a sunbathe.
May 2017
April 2024
The cottage we stayed in as perfect in every way. The hosts were amazing, so helpful, and the way they have done the accommodation is wonderful. There is everything you could ask for. The welcoming gifts were so thoughtful. So I personally don’t think it could be improved. Pauline S
October 2023
We loved our stay at this beautiful cottage, the decor was fresh and modern with traditional touches. We loved the views of the fields and hills but it also had the benefit of being a short distance to the sea. Steph was a kind and caring host and gave us lots of info on places to go and see. We are already thinking of returning next year.
August 2023
Best hosts ever!
August 2023
We have stayed here many times, a week was not enough...so we stayed for two weeks!! The property is superb as always, but equally it has to be said that Steph and Neil the owners are without a doubt the very best hosts we have ever had...and we have stayed in many properties over the last 10 years. They are friendly, helpful, just lovely people who "do it right". Their attention to detail and the way they run the cottage is exemplary.
June 2023
Another very enjoyable week spent in this beautiful dog friendly cottage. Steph and Neil were brilliant hosts once again and so helpful. This is a superb cottage with wonderful views. Would definitely recommend.
June 2023
Loved our stay in Folly cottage. Beautiful location with amazing views from garden & the lounge. Would definitely come & stay again.
May 2023
Steph was an amazing host. Very helpful and accommodating. She agreed with me that Toad Hall Cottages is an excellent agent.
May 2023
The best of hosts in the best of holiday cottages.
March 2023
What a lovely place. Thank you. All the kitchen stuff you could possibly need! Makes all the difference. Wish we could have stayed longer.
March 2023
Another perfect week in this perfect place! Leaving today feeling completely chilled and relaxed. It was just what we needed. Looking forward to returning next year. Thank you, it's been great.
December 2022
Our stay at Folly Cottage was amazing. The cottage is in a brill location to see all of the wonderful things around. We will definitely come back soon.
October 2022
Absolutely loved it, the previous visits were great, but I think this was the best holiday at Folly Cottage yet, we now call it our summer house.
August 2022
We had a wonderful time. The location was excellent, the views from the cottage were beautiful and we could get to everywhere we wanted to visit quickly and easily. Folly Cottage was a lovely place to stay.
July 2022
A beautiful holiday cottage in peaceful countryside would definitely recommend.. dog friendly too
May 2022
Holiday cottage done right...
Thank you for your enquiry. We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay at Folly Cottage.
- The Toad Hall Team
April 2022
The property was perfect for the 4 of us. Had everything we needed. Very comfortable and not too far from anywhere we wanted to visit.
Thank you for your feedback. We are delighted you enjoyed your stay at Folly Cottage.
- The Toad Hall Team
April 2022
What a lovely place to stay, with lovely hosts. Views were amazing. I really liked the kitchen and utility. My kids had great fun.
Thank you for your feedback. We are pleased you enjoyed your stay at Folly Cottage.
- The Toad Hall Team
March 2022
We had a wonderful time at this beautiful property, the cottage was wonderful and the views from all downstairs rooms were amazing. The location is perfect for the beautiful coast and countryside and exploring all the picturesque villages. Folly cottage is perfectly located for exploring the whole Jurassic coast.
We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay at Folly Cottage. Thank you for your feedback.
- The Toad Hall Team
February 2022
Dear Toad Hall Cottages, we have just returned from a fabulous holiday at Folly Cottage, Loders Dorset. The property far exceeded our expectations and the views out from all down stairs windows were utterly spectacular. We have stayed in a lot of holiday cottages and this was up there with the very best of them. The location was excellent too, it’s beautiful countryside surrounded by pretty villages and the coast is only a short drive away. The owners of the property are wonderful, really helpful and friendly and they have provided a holiday cottage with everything you could wish for. Huge Thanks to them for a wonderful stay. We would thoroughly recommend Folly Cottage and also Toad Hall Cottages as a company.
Thank you for your feedback. We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay at Folly Cottage.
- The Toad Hall Team
October 2021
The owners are excellent hosts providing a lovely welcome basket and always being very helpful.
We are delighted to hear that you had a lovely stay at Folly Cottage.
- The Toad Hall Team
September 2021
We enjoyed our first visit to Folly Cottage so much in 2018 that we were very happy to be able to book a week there this year.
We are pleased you have returned to Folly Cottage and enjoyed your stay.
- The Toad Hall Team
August 2021
The cottage was of an exceptionally high standard on all aspects. Everything we needed was catered for and the owners were very friendly and available if needed. We enjoyed our stay very much and would not hesitate in returning there again or recommending it to family and friends. The owners have ensured that whatever reason your stay is for they have catered for it.
Thank you for your feedback. We are very pleased that you had a wonderful stay. We hope to welcome you back to Dorset in the future.
- The Toad Hall Team
August 2021
Beautiful setting, property was excellent had everything you needed and more. The host Stephanie was so friendly and helpful. We enjoyed every minute of our stay and would highly recommend Folly Cottage.
July 2021
A wonderful cottage with stunning views. Situated in a quiet yet convenient position to Bridport and surrounding area. Cannot fault cottage in any way and very much hope to return in the future. Friendly and helpful owners.
July 2021
Low equipment rating purely re TV size. I know you don't go on holiday to watch TV but considering size of lounge and position of sofas the TV is far too small. Thought furnishings were excellent and Steph's interaction making sure we were ok was brilliant
July 2021
Fabulous stay, very comfortable and modern. Relaxing week away
June 2021
Lovely cottage everything we could possibly need. Excellent hosts and a lovely quiet location. Plenty to see in the area.
May 2021
A beautiful spacious &well equipped cottage, view from living room was amazing! An excellent base to visit Dorset. Really helpful & friendly owners, we will definitely book this cottage again!
May 2021
Great property with lovely owners. Faultless.
December 2019
Aug 19 - What a lovely cottage! We have stayed in many and this is one of the best, so well appointed and comfortable, Thank you. Enjoyed trips to Charmouth, Burton Bradstock and Seatown for beach days. The court house in Dorchester was an excellent find, we learnt a lot about the trials that have taken place there including that of the Tolpuddle Martyrs. Bridport Market lovely as ever.
We love to see some of the guest comments that are very informative for others so we do like to share these.
- The Toad Hall Team
December 2019
First class accommodation but to enjoy it fully a visit in the spring or summer months would see the property at its best!
October 2019
The perfect accommodation to explore Dorset
September 2019
Perfect location, beautiful setting, fabulous cottage with friendly, considerate owners. Already booked for next year
September 2019
Restful and peaceful.
September 2019
Beautiful location, wonderful cottage. Friendly welcome and lovely welcome hamper. Had a fantastic holiday hope to be back soon.
August 2019
Absolutely stunning cottage, highly recommendable.
August 2019
Very helpful owners
July 2019
Welcome pack excellent
June 2019
Wonderful relaxing break in lovely cottage.
June 2019
yes
June 2019
Incredible property with incredible views and a beautiful welcome pack of groceries on arrival!
May 2019
Our stay was perfect, we will book again, thank you
April 2019
Owners where very attentive and helpful, left amazing amount of goodies on arrival. Lovely views. Downstairs accommodation good for disabled people as long as they could manage step to get in, parking arrangement not so easy, but fine for most people. We really enjoyed it and hope to be able to go back sometime.
April 2019
Our third stay at Folly Cottage... perfect cottage in a fabulous location with lovely friendly owners next door. Can’t wait to return !
April 2019
Owners were very welcoming and provided a very generous hamper of goodies. The holiday home was of a very high standard and set in lovely surroundings.
January 2019
Really lovely cottage. Well equipped, warm and very comfortable. Great place to have spent new year. Steph the owner was so kind and helpful. Nothing too much trouble
December 2018
Our second visit to this fabulous cottage, spotlessly clean, stunning location and friendly helpful owners, what more could you want ! Coming back for our third visit in April 2019 ????
November 2018
We enjoyed our stay at Folly Cottage very much, it’s a beautifully presented and well equipped property. The location is just perfect if you are looking for peace and quiet and the views, over the surrounding countryside, are superb.
November 2018
The cottage was wonderful, a real home from home. The owners have thought of everything and were extremely welcoming on arrival, gave us some great tips on places to visit and recommended a stables for our daughter to ride while we were there. The local pub, The Spyway, just 1/2 mile away, was very friendly and serves great food. Highly recommend Rise in West Bay, newly opened, the food was amazing! All in all, wonderful cottage, great location, beautiful walks, lovely food and drink, the perfect, relaxing holiday. Cannot recommend enough. Thank you!
October 2018
Absolutely loved our stay. A beautiful cottage in a perfect location for getting out and about. Very quiet and restful and the owners are friendly and helpful
October 2018
Yes perfect step was brilliant. Welcome pack and more much appreciated
September 2018
We enjoyed our stay. Lovely cottage, very peaceful location. The owners were very pleasant and we were made very welcome. Would definitely stay here again.
September 2018
Folly Cottage is the best cottage we have ever stayed in, and we have stayed in quite a few over the past 25 years !! Fabulous, comfortable cottage, with excellent hosts, with a very generous welcome basket and an equally generous goody bag for our dog ! The cottage was extremely well equipped, it was the little touches like plenty of decent wooden coat hangers and hair dryer in each bedroom.... and mirrors positioned near plug sockets, things like these make a big difference. The quality of all the furniture and fittings were very good quality.
August 2018
We loved it. The house is so new and perfectly fitted out and equipped. Hosts are charming too. We'd love to book again.
July 2018
Stunning property, amazing location. Owners were lovely, pleasant and welcoming
April 2024
The cottage we stayed in as perfect in every way. The hosts were amazing, so helpful, and the way they have done the accommodation is wonderful. There is everything you could ask for. The welcoming gifts were so thoughtful. So I personally don’t think it could be improved. Pauline S
October 2023
We loved our stay at this beautiful cottage, the decor was fresh and modern with traditional touches. We loved the views of the fields and hills but it also had the benefit of being a short distance to the sea. Steph was a kind and caring host and gave us lots of info on places to go and see. We are already thinking of returning next year.
August 2023
Best hosts ever!
August 2023
We have stayed here many times, a week was not enough...so we stayed for two weeks!! The property is superb as always, but equally it has to be said that Steph and Neil the owners are without a doubt the very best hosts we have ever had...and we have stayed in many properties over the last 10 years. They are friendly, helpful, just lovely people who "do it right". Their attention to detail and the way they run the cottage is exemplary.
June 2023
Another very enjoyable week spent in this beautiful dog friendly cottage. Steph and Neil were brilliant hosts once again and so helpful. This is a superb cottage with wonderful views. Would definitely recommend.
June 2023
Loved our stay in Folly cottage. Beautiful location with amazing views from garden & the lounge. Would definitely come & stay again.
May 2023
Steph was an amazing host. Very helpful and accommodating. She agreed with me that Toad Hall Cottages is an excellent agent.
May 2023
The best of hosts in the best of holiday cottages.
March 2023
What a lovely place. Thank you. All the kitchen stuff you could possibly need! Makes all the difference. Wish we could have stayed longer.
March 2023
Another perfect week in this perfect place! Leaving today feeling completely chilled and relaxed. It was just what we needed. Looking forward to returning next year. Thank you, it's been great.
December 2022
Our stay at Folly Cottage was amazing. The cottage is in a brill location to see all of the wonderful things around. We will definitely come back soon.
October 2022
Absolutely loved it, the previous visits were great, but I think this was the best holiday at Folly Cottage yet, we now call it our summer house.
August 2022
We had a wonderful time. The location was excellent, the views from the cottage were beautiful and we could get to everywhere we wanted to visit quickly and easily. Folly Cottage was a lovely place to stay.
July 2022
A beautiful holiday cottage in peaceful countryside would definitely recommend.. dog friendly too
May 2022
Holiday cottage done right...
Thank you for your enquiry. We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay at Folly Cottage.
- The Toad Hall Team
April 2022
The property was perfect for the 4 of us. Had everything we needed. Very comfortable and not too far from anywhere we wanted to visit.
Thank you for your feedback. We are delighted you enjoyed your stay at Folly Cottage.
- The Toad Hall Team
April 2022
What a lovely place to stay, with lovely hosts. Views were amazing. I really liked the kitchen and utility. My kids had great fun.
Thank you for your feedback. We are pleased you enjoyed your stay at Folly Cottage.
- The Toad Hall Team
March 2022
We had a wonderful time at this beautiful property, the cottage was wonderful and the views from all downstairs rooms were amazing. The location is perfect for the beautiful coast and countryside and exploring all the picturesque villages. Folly cottage is perfectly located for exploring the whole Jurassic coast.
We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay at Folly Cottage. Thank you for your feedback.
- The Toad Hall Team
February 2022
Dear Toad Hall Cottages, we have just returned from a fabulous holiday at Folly Cottage, Loders Dorset. The property far exceeded our expectations and the views out from all down stairs windows were utterly spectacular. We have stayed in a lot of holiday cottages and this was up there with the very best of them. The location was excellent too, it’s beautiful countryside surrounded by pretty villages and the coast is only a short drive away. The owners of the property are wonderful, really helpful and friendly and they have provided a holiday cottage with everything you could wish for. Huge Thanks to them for a wonderful stay. We would thoroughly recommend Folly Cottage and also Toad Hall Cottages as a company.
Thank you for your feedback. We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay at Folly Cottage.
- The Toad Hall Team
October 2021
The owners are excellent hosts providing a lovely welcome basket and always being very helpful.
We are delighted to hear that you had a lovely stay at Folly Cottage.
- The Toad Hall Team
September 2021
We enjoyed our first visit to Folly Cottage so much in 2018 that we were very happy to be able to book a week there this year.
We are pleased you have returned to Folly Cottage and enjoyed your stay.
- The Toad Hall Team
August 2021
The cottage was of an exceptionally high standard on all aspects. Everything we needed was catered for and the owners were very friendly and available if needed. We enjoyed our stay very much and would not hesitate in returning there again or recommending it to family and friends. The owners have ensured that whatever reason your stay is for they have catered for it.
Thank you for your feedback. We are very pleased that you had a wonderful stay. We hope to welcome you back to Dorset in the future.
- The Toad Hall Team
August 2021
Beautiful setting, property was excellent had everything you needed and more. The host Stephanie was so friendly and helpful. We enjoyed every minute of our stay and would highly recommend Folly Cottage.
July 2021
A wonderful cottage with stunning views. Situated in a quiet yet convenient position to Bridport and surrounding area. Cannot fault cottage in any way and very much hope to return in the future. Friendly and helpful owners.
July 2021
Low equipment rating purely re TV size. I know you don't go on holiday to watch TV but considering size of lounge and position of sofas the TV is far too small. Thought furnishings were excellent and Steph's interaction making sure we were ok was brilliant
July 2021
Fabulous stay, very comfortable and modern. Relaxing week away
June 2021
Lovely cottage everything we could possibly need. Excellent hosts and a lovely quiet location. Plenty to see in the area.
May 2021
A beautiful spacious &well equipped cottage, view from living room was amazing! An excellent base to visit Dorset. Really helpful & friendly owners, we will definitely book this cottage again!
May 2021
Great property with lovely owners. Faultless.
December 2019
Aug 19 - What a lovely cottage! We have stayed in many and this is one of the best, so well appointed and comfortable, Thank you. Enjoyed trips to Charmouth, Burton Bradstock and Seatown for beach days. The court house in Dorchester was an excellent find, we learnt a lot about the trials that have taken place there including that of the Tolpuddle Martyrs. Bridport Market lovely as ever.
We love to see some of the guest comments that are very informative for others so we do like to share these.
- The Toad Hall Team
December 2019
First class accommodation but to enjoy it fully a visit in the spring or summer months would see the property at its best!
October 2019
The perfect accommodation to explore Dorset
September 2019
Perfect location, beautiful setting, fabulous cottage with friendly, considerate owners. Already booked for next year
September 2019
Restful and peaceful.
September 2019
Beautiful location, wonderful cottage. Friendly welcome and lovely welcome hamper. Had a fantastic holiday hope to be back soon.
August 2019
Absolutely stunning cottage, highly recommendable.
August 2019
Very helpful owners
July 2019
Welcome pack excellent
June 2019
Wonderful relaxing break in lovely cottage.
June 2019
yes
June 2019
Incredible property with incredible views and a beautiful welcome pack of groceries on arrival!
May 2019
Our stay was perfect, we will book again, thank you
April 2019
Owners where very attentive and helpful, left amazing amount of goodies on arrival. Lovely views. Downstairs accommodation good for disabled people as long as they could manage step to get in, parking arrangement not so easy, but fine for most people. We really enjoyed it and hope to be able to go back sometime.
April 2019
Our third stay at Folly Cottage... perfect cottage in a fabulous location with lovely friendly owners next door. Can’t wait to return !
April 2019
Owners were very welcoming and provided a very generous hamper of goodies. The holiday home was of a very high standard and set in lovely surroundings.
January 2019
Really lovely cottage. Well equipped, warm and very comfortable. Great place to have spent new year. Steph the owner was so kind and helpful. Nothing too much trouble
December 2018
Our second visit to this fabulous cottage, spotlessly clean, stunning location and friendly helpful owners, what more could you want ! Coming back for our third visit in April 2019 ????
November 2018
We enjoyed our stay at Folly Cottage very much, it’s a beautifully presented and well equipped property. The location is just perfect if you are looking for peace and quiet and the views, over the surrounding countryside, are superb.
November 2018
The cottage was wonderful, a real home from home. The owners have thought of everything and were extremely welcoming on arrival, gave us some great tips on places to visit and recommended a stables for our daughter to ride while we were there. The local pub, The Spyway, just 1/2 mile away, was very friendly and serves great food. Highly recommend Rise in West Bay, newly opened, the food was amazing! All in all, wonderful cottage, great location, beautiful walks, lovely food and drink, the perfect, relaxing holiday. Cannot recommend enough. Thank you!
October 2018
Absolutely loved our stay. A beautiful cottage in a perfect location for getting out and about. Very quiet and restful and the owners are friendly and helpful
October 2018
Yes perfect step was brilliant. Welcome pack and more much appreciated
September 2018
We enjoyed our stay. Lovely cottage, very peaceful location. The owners were very pleasant and we were made very welcome. Would definitely stay here again.
September 2018
Folly Cottage is the best cottage we have ever stayed in, and we have stayed in quite a few over the past 25 years !! Fabulous, comfortable cottage, with excellent hosts, with a very generous welcome basket and an equally generous goody bag for our dog ! The cottage was extremely well equipped, it was the little touches like plenty of decent wooden coat hangers and hair dryer in each bedroom.... and mirrors positioned near plug sockets, things like these make a big difference. The quality of all the furniture and fittings were very good quality.
August 2018
We loved it. The house is so new and perfectly fitted out and equipped. Hosts are charming too. We'd love to book again.
July 2018
Stunning property, amazing location. Owners were lovely, pleasant and welcoming
The Marquis of Lorne
(2 miles)
(20)
An attractive 16th century country pub nestled in the beautiful hills of Nettlecombe, Dorset surrounded by beautiful countryside and within walking distance of Eggardon Hill, one of Dorset’s most spectacular Iron Age hill forts.
Freshly cooked, locally sourced lunches and evening meals are served every day complimented by a wide range of local ales and a well chosen wine list. On warm days you can sit outside in the large well kept garden where kids can play on the climbing frame, or there’s plenty of room inside with a bustling main bar, two dining areas and a snug with board games and table skittles.
The Marquis of Lorne, Nettlecombe, Dorset DT6 3SY (T: 01308 485236)
Great food and felt very welcome by the staff.
September 2023
Staff very friendly and the food was good.
May 2023
Tracey,Steve,Sharon and Co. Are just the best hosts. Amazing food,best Sunday lunches ever (booking necessary) really welcoming. We ate here every day of our holiday. Only go elsewhere if you can’t get a table here.
May 2023
This pub and restaurant is one of the best, and the staff are so friendly and helpful. Would recommend.
August 2022
Lovely pub just went for a drink lovely and friendly x
July 2022
tried and tested. very friendly owner and staff who made us feel very welcome when we popped in over the bank holiday (Without booking) when they were very busy. We tried the cottage pie and steak and would recommend. Great place nesstled in a lovely place.
June 2022
Excellent food and staff
May 2022
Really worth seeking out!! Superb food..fantastic staff..dog friendly. Went every day for lunch during our stay in uploders. Sir Anthony.
April 2022
We ate at the Marquis of Lorne twice during our week away, and the service and food was excellent on both occasions. They were very accommodating with kids food, and plenty of vegetarian options. Wld highly recommend.
April 2022
Very welcoming pub. We only had drinks here and didn't eat.
November 2021
Excellent food and the staff so helpful
October 2021
What a great pub, serving 1st class ale. The landlady always had a smile on her face despite the impact of Covid and British summer - its a shame it’s not my local pub !
May 2021
Just next door, friendly staff , lovely food
May 2021
Don't eat anywhere else! Great food and staff.
May 2021
We were planning to stay 4 nights at Marquis of Lorne to celebrate her birthday. What a mistake. We only stayed for one, Beware, the photographs flatter to deceive. We found a run down dirty property which smelled of wet dogs. The carpet in the living room was filthy. dirty blanket and cushions on sofa, the wood burner was full of old ash, the kitchen, including the cooker, crockery and cutlery were dirty and insanitary No Anti Covid precautions. My wife and I spent 2 hours on arrival to try hard to clean the place enough to spend a night there. Toad Hall did offer to send in an emergency cleaner but by that time it was too late. We had wasted enough time already. The next day we had no hesitation in cancelling our booking and returning home. This whole visit was a great disappointment Not a birthday treat! I would definitely NOT recommend this accommodation or Toad Hall Cottages organisation.Terrible
November 2020
We had a fantastic lunch here. Proper traditional home cooked food - probably the best cottage pie I've ever had! All felt very safe and clean too, during the COVID situation.
September 2020
Outstanding in every way. Lovely garden especially thought out for children . Excellent food
August 2020
Excellent food, friendly and accommodating. Very good fillet steak and dover sole.
December 2019
We had a lovely meal. The service was good and the food very enjoyable.
September 2019
Excellent food and a great menu! Walking distance from our cottage so even better!
September 2019
The Three Horseshoes
(2 miles)
(15)
The Three Horseshoes Inn dates back to the 17th Century and is situated in the delightful village of Powerstock, just north of Bridport, surrounded by stunning scenery and excellent walking including well known Eggardon Hill.
The pub has a warm and friendly atmosphere, good food and log fire to keep you cosy in winter. Food is locally sourced from widely recognised suppliers with weekly seasonal specials, and is always well received.
Three Horseshoes Inn, Powerstock, Dorset DT6 3TF (T:01308 485328)
Ate there on 2 occasions, basic menu but adequate. Friendly staff and a reasonable selection of draught drinks for a village pub.
September 2023
We had a lovely meal in the garden with beautiful view
August 2023
Visited twice, ate once Amazing view outside, service very friendly Cider very tasty, and had a very good Argentinian melbec red wine
June 2023
We went for a drink didn’t find it very friendly and pricey but new owners are coming on 24 th July 2022
July 2022
Excellent Easter Sunday Meal - really well cooked and presented, with a reduced portion for our youngest followed up with an excellent desert. Good selection of beverages to accompany the food. Good value for the standard of the food
April 2022
Closed during the week of our stay as the landlords were on holiday.
November 2021
Stayed locally and had a lovely meal. Steak recommended - excellent. Nice Traditional pub and friendly staff
October 2021
We had a fantastic meal here on our last night! Martin and Agnes are so friendly and welcoming and the food and service was amazing. All felt very safe and clean too, during the COVID situation.
September 2020
Really lovely village pub. Fantastic views and really tasty food. Friendly landlord.
July 2020
Friendly & welcoming.
December 2019
We enjoyed a lovely, homely meal. Service was a bit slow but being on holiday it did not matter.
September 2019
Very friendly pub and excellent food if a limited menu.
September 2019
Very helpful and friendly landlord.
August 2019
Nice friendly pub with great food.... in a very special location, lovely village.
April 2019
Really Amazing food and a lovely warm atmosphere, visited 3 times during our week and would definately visit again.
January 2019
The Loders Arms
(2 miles)
(4)
A pretty, ivy-clad, Dorset stone pub in the village of Loders serving a great fresh locally sourced menu and specials board accompanied by an extensive selection of local ales and beverages. Work up an appetite or walk off lunch on one of the many walks in the beautiful surrounding countryside. Plenty of parking and outside seating available, dogs and children welcome.
The Loders Arms Loders, Bridport DT6 3SA ( T: 01308 488431
Excellent friendly service and food superb, dog friendly so even better, would reccomend without a doubt
September 2023
Nice pub in beautiful village. Food and drink good and staff friendly.
July 2022
Overall, enjoyed our visit. Found the food a little overpriced for what it was, though. And staff were not wearing face coverings, nor was there a screen at the bar, which was off-putting for us.
September 2021
A good local pub with excellent food and good company
September 2021
The Pymore Inn
(4 miles)
(3)
The Pymore Inn is a charming 200-year-old free house serving seasonal food and an ever-changing selection of real ales, ciders, wines and cocktails. Inside the pub is filled with character and cosy log fires, whilst outside is a large walled garden perfect for alfresco dining. During the summer months, The Pymore Inn serves pizzas and barbecues out in the garden, alongside an outdoor bar and toasty fire pit. Families, dogs, walkers and cyclists are very welcome.
The Pymore Inn, Pymore, Bridport DT6 5PN (T: 01308 422625)
Good Sunday lunch
April 2022
This was the best dinner we had during our stay - all of the pubs were superb, but this was the best!
August 2021
Great beer garden for the covid world, excellent service and high quality food. We booked to return but the thunderstorms arrived.
August 2020
Olive Tree - Bridport
(4 miles)
(6)
A Mediterranean bistro style restaurant specialising in fish and seafood in the heart of Bridport. Regarded highly in the food press and with a great atmosphere, the Olive Tree is well worth a visit.
Olive Tree 59 East St, Bridport DT6 3LB (T: 01308 422882)
Lovely lunch at the Olive Tree. Good quality food and friendly service. Safer to book as very popular.
November 2023
beautiful food, well presented, decent sized portions and good service - cannot fault it.
June 2022
would highly recommend a meal here ,best meal we had all week.fish meals the best,the spectacular meal was very very good,next time in dorset heading straight there
May 2022
excellent food and service, friendly professional team,
August 2021
Delicious food and great service - highly recommended.
August 2020
We ate at the Olive Tree one evening last week, and in no way regretted out choice. There was a varied menu and we had no difficulty in choosing our dishes. I had the soup special - smoked haddock chowder - and it was a meal in itself, and followed this with the fish special, a whole Dover Soul. Altogether a very satisfying dinner. Well recommended.
May 2018
Eggardon Hill
(2 miles)
(8)
Looked after by the National Trust, Eggardon Hill is a great place for walking, flying kites or simply taking in the extensive views of the surrounding countryside and the English Channel in the distance. The hill fort itself is about 2,500 years old, but originally there were two Bronze Age burial mounds on the summit. It's also an old smuggling spot - in the 18th century, Isaac Gulliver took advantage of the hill's commanding position and created a small plantation of trees to act as a landmark for his ships and help guide them to the coast.
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Beautiful place to visit with stunning views
August 2023
A truly beautiful place to walk.
May 2022
Great walk, and fantastic views
April 2022
A brilliant walk from Bridge Cottage. A must if you enjoying walking and good views (if the weather is kind to you!)
November 2021
This ancient hill fort is well worth visiting on a clear day. There is parking space near the top to save walking all the way up and the views down to the coast are breathtakingly beautiful.
October 2021
An exhilarating walk and a fantastic view whatever the weather
August 2021
Wow, what a view! You can walk or drive to it from Powerstock. Definitely worth a visit on a clear sunny day.
December 2019
Fascinating place when you consider that people lived here 2-3000 years ago. It's a good walk from Powerstock or surrounding villages.
September 2019
Mangerton Mill
(3 miles)
(4)
A 17th century water mill, artist’s studios, craft centre, tea room and museum set in a peaceful valley on the river Manger with beautiful riverside walks nearby. ‘Maria’s Pantry’ serves breakfast, light lunches, cream teas and homemade cakes in beautiful surroundings overlooking the mill pond.
Mangerton Mill, Mangerton Lane, Bridport DT6 3SG (T: 01308 485224)
Beautiful location and setting for a walk around the grounds. Cakes expectional.
September 2023
Really lovely place to visit. Excellent cream tea!
August 2023
Very pretty, did riverside walk as weather was beautiful. Highly recommend
October 2021
Lovely quaint place for lunch or afternoon tea. Need to order afternoon tea 24 hours beforehand. Old water mill with a few studios to visit
May 2021
Bridport Golf Club
(4 miles)
Bridport is the oldest golf club in Dorset, celebrating their 125th anniversary in 2016 but enjoying modern facilities catering to the 21st century golfer. Located on the Jurassic coastline, the views stretch across Lyme Bay and along Chesil Beach to Portland. The 6213 yard, cliff top links style golf course is a challenging but fair test for all abilities and can be played on all year round.
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West Bay Discovery Centre
(5 miles)
(2)
The West Bay Discovery Centre offers a fascinating insight into the area’s history with interactive displays charting the area’s journey from its shipbuilding past, through centuries of the local fishing industry to the development of tourism today. The centre also provides up to date information on what’s on in West Bay and Bridport, along with gifts and souvenirs to buy. Check the website for further details and opening times.
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Great little museum - lots of interesting local information presented in very accessible formats. Free, but donation appreciated.
October 2023
Good displays of the litter problems, very good for children to understand
September 2021
Lyme Bay RIB Charter
(5 miles)
(3)
Be blown away by a range of multi award-winning boat trips from West Bay. From exciting, fast paced trips to sightseeing cruises, private hire and watersports options, there are trips to suit all tastes and budgets
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We had a fabulous time on the rib ride. Staff were friendly and helpful, explaining safety procedures well and making the ride really exciting. Would recommend.
September 2022
Good food and friendly staff at the Blue Ball, Sidford I,ts a bit further out but worth it?
April 2022
Three of us did the 15 minute rib blaster and thoroughly enjoyed it. We were well looked after and it was thrilling and safe at the same time. Highly recommended.
August 2021
Hive Beach
(4 miles)
(3)
A National Trust beach in Burton Bradstock, Hive Beach is part of an estate that forms one of the main gateways to the Jurassic Coast and the South West Coast Path. Around it are beautiful cliff top walks, and surrounded by the sandstone cliffs, Hive Beach perfect for visiting families. Made of shingle, it forms part of the larger Chesil Beach and is on a World Heritage Site that has the largest shingle ridge in the world. The nearby Burton Cliff is an example of extraordinary geology in the area, which appears to glow bright gold in the sunlight. Perfect for picnics, the beach has a car park and toilets nearby, linked to the Hove Beach Café which specializes in serving fish. From 1st June to the end of September there are restrictions for dogs on the beach, but they are welcome on at least part of it all year round.
Absolutely stunning - it's a must do 30 minute walk along the beach.
August 2021
Beautiful beach, great for dog walking and connects with the South Coast Path.
September 2018
Beautiful, calm & perfect for dog walks
April 2018
Cogden Beach
(4 miles)
(2)
A National Trust beach, Cogden is a little known, secluded sand and shingle beach that comes complete with a members’ car park. It has a wonderful sense of feeling remote but being surprisingly easy to access – the bus even stops there! There aren’t any facilities, but it’s a beautiful setting, and in truth, the lack of goings on is part of its charm. Dogs are allowed on the beach all year round and it’s a haven for walkers looking to explore the area with the National Trust’s two mile/one-hour circular walk passing through it from flower-filled farmland, past ground nesting birds and along this striking section of the Jurassic Coast, known for having the largest shingle ridge in the world.
Fabulous quiet dog friendly beach
August 2023
There's a lovely 2 mile circular walk through the fields from the NT car park - through late spring and early summer orchids are to be found
May 2017
East Cliff Beach
(5 miles)
(2)
A fine shingle beach with sand at the water’s edge, East Cliff Beach is a beautiful place to spend the day with the family on summer holidays in Dorset. There’s lifeguard cover from July to September in the summer holidays on East Beach itself, but that doesn’t really cover East Cliff Beach, so just be careful when and where you swim and stay away from the cliff base to avoid falling stones. There’s a long stay car park behind East Beach and a smaller short stay car park just before entering the harbour area in front of the Bridport Arms Hotel. Toilets are located at the main West Bay Road car park and baby changing facilities are provided as well. Dogs are permitted on the beach all year round, but it is a clean zone that’s regularly patrolled by wardens imposing fines, so don’t forget to clean up after your pets!
We walked from Lyme Regis to Charmouth across this beach at low tide. MUST be low tide. It was a super walk, a bit challenging in places as we had climb over rocks. The dog absolutely loved it.
October 2018
I really enjoyed this side looking at interesting stone formations. The beach 'shelving' has to be looked out for if you are paddling and it is better to wait until very low tide so that you can see where bits rise and fall.
April 2018
West Bay Beach, Bridport
(5 miles)
(4)
Under the golden glow of the majestic sandstone cliffs and the Golden Cap, the highest cliff on the south coast, West Bay Beach (made famous by the popular drama series Broadchurch) is in the south of the historic market town of Bridport. At the western end of Chesil Beach, the area forms part of the Dorset Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site within Lyme Bay and is a wonderful location for family holidays. Bridport Town is a short bus ride away or a very pleasant 20-minute walk. The beach itself is shingle, sand and pebbles with steep shelving, a slipway and a harbour. There’s an auxiliary coastguard and lifeguards at your service, toilets, disabled toilets and a beachside refreshment kiosk. Nearby activities include kayaking, snorkeling, fishing, sailing, swimming surfing and jet skiing. There are also car parks close by and while dogs are banned from May to September, they are allowed out of the summer season.
Lovely to stroll along the top of the dune which is compacted, easy to walk on and accessible from either the pier or the road beside the Visitor Centre. Wonderful views.
October 2023
Lovely walk, bit strenuous climbing up Golden Cap, buts it’s worth it ! However there is an easier route too.
September 2018
Lovely place to wonder around. Great relaxing beach to stroll along brilliant view of the cliffs. Easy parking. Fish and chips from the Seasider chippie went there twice in the week. really tasty.
August 2018
we loved West Bay very much did not eat at any of the restuarants there apart from the George Hotel (one night) as Gluten Free options were either poor choices or non existant.
July 2017
West Bexington Beach
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A shingle beach that shelves steeply, West Bexington Beach is in Bridport, and like many beaches in the area is popular with walkers with beautiful views in all directions. There’s parking close by so remember to bring cash, as well as toilets and facilities, shops, restaurants, a refreshment kiosks and a picnic area. Dogs are allowed on the beach but there are restrictions and seasonal bans, so keep that in mind before you visit. The village of West Bexington itself is a small coastal village surrounded by National Trust land, so as you can imagine, it’s all suitably scenic. The area is perfect for sea fishing off the beach, catching mackerel in the summer and bass in the autumn on a landscape that consists of the beach, a reed bed, wet meadow and scrub – it’s a birdwatchers paradise. The beach is also good for swimming, but only if you’re a strong swimmer, and the entire Jurassic coastline is ideal for budding adventurers to hunt for fossils.
My favourite place. Very hard to walk on so not great for those with mobility problems.
May 2021
Wonderful peaceful place to be.
December 2018
great beach, just be careful some of the fishermen are really inconsiderate and had left hooks with bate attached and line on the beach and my dog was nearly badly hurt. just managed to get it out of her mouth before she ate it!
February 2018
Always quiet, usually sunny and sometimes dramatic. Treat the pebbles like a beanbag and you can settle in for a sunbathe.
May 2017