Last Minute Cottages in Portland

Reviews

What our customers say about their holidays

• Lisa - Verified booking

  This property had pretty views from the sitting room, an open plan living area and bedrooms and bathroom situated downstairs, clean and pretty comfortable throughout .

  There were various issues, some of which were down to us making assumptions on booking, some not. There is a lot of damp in the main sitting area, and the kitchen is very basic, not great if you want to cook. The cupboards are very high, we are not that tall and could barely reach. Oven looked new, no instructions on how to use it were provided though, so there was a lot of trial and error but we got there in the end! There is no washing machine (we of course should have checked and not assumed) three dogs and by a beach, plus good old English weather, meant we ran out of stuff very quickly. Strangely there is an airer and ironing board. The sitting area was comfy and we made up horror stories about the door in the ceiling :). The bedrooms were nice, particularly the larger room, the beds were comfortable. The bathroom was fine, tiled throughout, nice strong shower. The bathroom door kept jamming shut though and after getting stuck in there the first night, we had to leave it open. There is no outside space at all so you have to walk your dogs even if they want to go out at 2 am, in hindsight we should have checked on Google maps to see exact space ..a lesson learned! The property is set halfway up a hill, and the whole area is very steep, would not recommend to anyone with mobility issues. And although there is free onstreet parking, finding a space was very hit and miss, so be prepared to make many trips with your luggage! Good way to get your steps in though. Overall would recommend to anyone with a reasonable degree of fitness who wants a clean base from which to explore (assuming the damp and the sticky door get sorted) . Would not recommend to dog owners due to no outdoor space and no washing facilities, or to anyone with mobility issues. Hope people find this useful!

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• Wendy - Verified booking

  From the minute we arrived at the cottage, we knew we were going to fall in love with it.

  I had a quick glance over the reviews but unless they are consistent, I don't pay too much attention. Yes, it took me a few minutes to get the car parked, but I did it! I have a Nissan Juke and it fitted in the space perfectly. So we enter the cottage and the dogs go off for a sniff....straight to the care box provided by the hosts!! We loved this sentiment. Unpacked the car and settled straight in. The sun was shining, considering we'd just had weeks of rain! Husband read the welcome folder and started planning our walks. I felt immediately at home, as did my dogs. We always take blankets to dog friendly stays but there were some provided if required. Another sweet touch. Everything available to us were perfect. All furniture was comfortable and the wood burner was my favourite touch. I would definitely recommend this stay to anyone and everyone. Great value for money. The surrounding facilities are great. The Cove pub on the front of Chesil beach is fab and also dog friendly. The walks are brilliant. And most of all, people were incredibly friendly. Super tasty big portions of fish and chips up the road at Salty Towers. We couldn't fault a thing. Only 1 thing I'd agree with, with someone else's review would be a little side lamp in the living room. But it didn't affect a thing. We will return with our dogs and we cannot wait to.ezplore more of Portland. The hosts have put a lot of thought into all aspects of their cottage and we thank them for it.

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• Lindsey - Verified booking

  We’d return here tomorrow if we could!

  Mermaid Cottage is one of our favourite ever rental cottages. What makes it so special is that, not only is it in a lovely location, with a beautiful garden and all the facilities you’d expect, but also that all of the facilities are particularly perfect. For example, the kitchen is extremely well stocked. The internet is fast. The beds are very comfortable. There are items for dogs, for cleaning, games, a super shower, Netflix and Prime, and just lots of little extras that a home has but often a rental property doesn’t. We lacked for nothing except more time here! The location is very close to the beautiful Church Ope Bay—a climb down many steps and fine if you’re a strong walker, certainly worth it—but it also has a butterfly reserve just at the back, which was perfect for an older member of our group. Thank you for making the cottage such a welcoming place for us. We’re very much looking forward to returning soon!

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• Simon - Verified booking

  Very comfy cottage with a great view.

  Positives first, newly renovated with modern appliances. Comfy bed and the wood burner is great. Dog box is a great idea too. Negatives, I would say the cleaner could have done a better job. There was broken glass under the sofa and dust that should have been cleaned up. Bit picky but there was still sawdust in the bathroom cabinets after fitting. Also kitchen could do with less bowls and more oven proof dishes. Cooking oil, salt and pepper would help too. A welcome pack I feel would also be a good idea, specially for visitors if they have traveled a long way and just want a brew before nipping to the Coop. We brought everything we needed but it would have been a nice gesture. Overall I loved the cottage but felt it had been renovated in about 2 days, thrown together and filled with pots and pans without too much thought for what people really use on a regular basis. Area is great with all the amenities you would ever need.

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• Kathryn - Verified booking

  We loved the cottage.

  However, we were bringing my 85 year old mother away for a few days and there should be more explanation of the layout. She is fit and active and could manage the steep stairs once a day and she had the master bedroom so she had the ensuite but anyone of her age less mobile would have struggled. We loved the decor (although some side lights would make it cosier in the evenings) and had 2 lovely afternoons on the terrace. Again, some outdoor bench cushions and a small parasol would enhance that experience - we got too hot and too uncomfortable after a short while. Overall, we really enjoyed our stay - although we had to park nearly a mile away on the 2nd day (Bank Holiday weekend). If you accept the parking issue limitation, it is a great location and would recommend for fit, active holiday makers.

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