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Old Rectory View

West Bay (7mls NE), Dorset
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Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
No Dogs
4 star
Enclosed garden / patio
Hot tub
Internet access
Romantic
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
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At a glance

  • A spacious rural retreat hidden away in the countryside, perfect for being in harmony with nature
  • Relax in the lay-z-spa hot tub and enjoy views over the beautifully kept garden and rolling hills beyond
  • Ideal for walkers and cyclists with plenty of stunning routes to explore from the doorstep
Property code: 59666

This remarkably spacious property is attached to the owner’s home where a warm welcome awaits yet your privacy is assured and is set just outside the rural hamlet of West Compton, nestling under Eggardon Hill. It is the perfect spot for walkers, cyclists and nature lovers alike. The historic town of Dorchester is just a short drive away and offers a great selection of shops, pubs and attractions for everyone to enjoy. You could explore the county museum, which is well worth a visit, or try out one of the many eateries. This property is the ideal base for those wishing to explore West Dorset and beyond. You will find an abundance of pretty towns and villages easily accessible from here, as well as the stunning Jurassic Coast where you can fossil hunt or simply relax on the beach.

Stepping inside the property via the private entrance, there is a welcoming, spacious entrance hallway with a door to a separate WC. The hallway then leads through to the kitchen/diner which has delightful views over the rear garden. The well-equipped kitchen is a great social space to prepare a family meal with electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher and washer/dryer. Enjoy your meals in the dining area with seating for four. Just next door to the kitchen/diner is the stylish lounge which has plenty of room to relax in, with a Smart TV and DVD and wood burner effect electric fire, making it the perfect space to unwind and watch your favourite movie after a day of exploring. From here you can enter the bright and airy conservatory, where you can read a good book or simply enjoy the views. From the hallway, take the wide staircase to the first floor where you will find the two bedrooms. The first bedroom is light and airy with beautiful views over the garden and countryside beyond, in this room there is a super-king-size. The second bedroom is a twin with zip-and-link beds which can be made into a king-size (on request at time of booking), which has lovely rural views of the surrounding area. Completing the inside of the property is the bathroom with shower over bath and WC on the first floor.

Heading out of the property from the conservatory, there is an enclosed garden with a patio area, garden furniture and BBQ, perfect for a spot of al fresco dining, or relax in the lay-z-spa hot tub and enjoy the far reaching views. Off-road parking is available for two cars towards the front of the property and bicycles can be stored easily by the front door in the wall mounted bicycle racks.

 

  • 2 bedrooms – 1 super-king-size and 1 twin with 2'6" zip-and-link beds which can be made into a king size on request at time of booking
  • 1 bathroom with shower over bath and WC
  • Electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher and washer/dryer
  • Lay-z-spa hot tub
  • Hot tub towels are provided, please take your own beach towels
  • Travel cot and highchair are not provided, guests are welcome to take their own
  • Smart TV and DVD in lounge
  • Charcoal BBQ available
  • Off-road parking for 2 cars
  • Storage for bicycles
  • Beach 7 miles, shop 3 miles and pub 2 miles
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £200 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £25. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

Sarah Jadali

This property is personally managed by Sarah.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 24 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Caroline 11th October 2024

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Very spacious property in a quiet rural location yet in easy reach of coast and places of interest.

Reviewed by Graham 4th October 2024

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Fantastic weekend. Lovely cottage. Friendly owners.

Reviewed by Daphne 21st September 2024

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Reviewed by Nina 5th September 2024

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If you want a quiet and peaceful location for your holiday, this is a wonderful place to stay. The property is spacious, comfortable and well-equipped, surrounded by a beautiful garden. The hosts are very welcoming and helpful and it is easy to get to many of Dorset's top tourist locations.

Reviewed by Matt 9th August 2024

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A lovely, very spacious and very well equipped property. Dom and Pomme were very generous and friendly hosts and theres plenty to do in the local area. The children loved the hot tub and playing with the very friendly and gentle dogs. We had a lovely family holiday and hope to visit again.

Reviewed by Anthony 2nd August 2024

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excellent accommodation in a lovely location

Reviewed by Fiona 26th July 2024

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The accommodation was beautifully presented and very well equipped, with thoughtful touches at every turn. Nestled in the countryside we had the delights of local wildlife. On awaking from a restful nights sleep the lovely views of the hillside and deer were amazing. The owners have provided everything for a delightful stay, I would highly recommenRead mored the Old Rectory View to all travellers. Hide

Reviewed by Andrew 21st June 2024

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Reviewed by Andrew 14th June 2024

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Great location for travelling around Dorset the cottage has everything you need and is well maintained. Dom and Pomme are great hosts and make you feel really welcome. Looking forward to re booking next year

Reviewed by Julie 7th June 2024

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Spacious and clean accommodation in beautiful and quiet surroundings. Owners welcoming and friendly and there was the nice touch of a tea tray set for two including delicious brownies on arrival. Outside space felt very private, peaceful and relaxing. Lovely to have a superking bed and the views from the dual aspect bedroom were just fab. ExcellentRead more quality bed linen too which adds to the comfort. We slept like logs! Hide

Reviewed by Laura 17th May 2024

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Absolutely lovely cottage in a beautiful garden down a quiet lane, great views. Spacious and comfortable, it has everything you need and more. Hosts Dom and Pomme are delightful hosts, even provided us with fresh eggs from their own chickens. We used the hot tub which was great as our bones did ache after long days out! Would definitely recommend tRead moreo friends and family. Thank you so much. Hide

Reviewed by Elizabeth 30th April 2024

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We absolutely loved this property as soon as we walked in! The spacious lounge and bedroom were so bright and comfortable, we really enjoyed just relaxing looking at the views of the fields and wonderful garden. The owners were so hospitable and we appreciated their suggestions for local places. The short drive to the main road was easy and its a pRead moreerfect location for exploring both Dorset and East Devon too. Id absolutely recommend this lovely space, and would be very happy to return! Hide

Reviewed by Lilian 15th September 2023

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Comfortable, relaxing, spacious and felt like home, would return again and again!

Reviewed by John 8th September 2023

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Lovely peaceful stay at Old rectory view. Plenty of space and hosts were great.

Reviewed by Andria 25th August 2023

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Beautiful accommodation, clean and presentable. Bedding crisp and clean and beds very comfortable. Owners very helpful and approachable. House is nestled in the middle of nowhere and the views are incredible!

Reviewed by Michelle 4th August 2023

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We had a wonderful time staying at Old Rectory View. It was like a home from home. We were initially worried about being in the middle of nowhere, but we were surprised at how quickly we adapted to the peace and tranquil surroundings. It is situated in an ideal place, not far from the beaches. We didn't have to drive more than 45 mins to see all thRead moree sights. The house is beautiful and the children loved the garden, hot tub and the dogs (Barley and Waffle) that live next door. Hide

Reviewed by Paul 28th July 2023

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Lovely house and very affable hosts

Reviewed by Franzi 21st July 2023

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Thr cottage was very well equipped & in a very quiet, rural location. Our hosts were very friendly & helpful. We would definitely enjoy staying at this cottage again. Many thanks.

Reviewed by Denis 16th June 2023

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Reviewed by Roger 2nd June 2023

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A lovely cottage and garden, well-equipped with good quality appliances. Owners friendly and helpful. Beaches and tourist locations within half an hour drive. Hot tub good for relaxing after a day out.

Reviewed by Andrew 26th May 2023

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Fantastic holiday home overlooking the countryside. Great base for exploring further a field Dom & Pomme great hosts. This is our second visit and we enjoyed it as much as the first stay.

Reviewed by Matthew 12th May 2023

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What a wonderful find this cottage was! Our hosts and their beautiful cottage made our little family holiday as close to perfect as possible. The annex is so spacious (the photos don't do it justice) and it is equipped with everything you could possibly need. Brilliantly located for all Dorset destinations, this felt like a wonderful peaceful ruralRead more retreat. We'll certainly be heading back...hopefully soon! Thank you Dom and Pomme! Hide

Reviewed by Lisa 28th April 2023

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Fabulous cottage bright and airy with plenty of space. Spotlessly clean and equipped with everything you could need. Area is lovelly and plenty to keep entertained. The owners were very friendly and available if required. Absolutely fabulous holiday was had by all, would happily visit again if in the area.

Reviewed by Sue 14th April 2023

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A real home from home in a beautiful location. Well equipped with everything you could possible need for a great vacation. Clean and welcoming. The owners were very friendly and helpful whilst respecting our privacy.

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