Poppy Cottage

About this property

Poppy Cottage is a simply delightful abode settled into the town of Beaminster. With close by amenities and welcoming interiors, this property is an ideal base for a family, friends, and their four-legged companions, looking for a getaway to Dorset. Park off-road and be welcomed into this simply stunning, stone-built cottage, discovering a light and airy kitchen/diner with a good selection of amenities to cater to your culinary needs, as well as dining seating for hearty breakfasts. The living/dining room is a pretty space with characterful wooden beams, dining seating, and the added ambience of a gas wood-effect stove, encouraging guests to recline with a good book as they reflect on the day's adventures.

Freshen up in either of the two sleek shower rooms, before catching your rest in one of the four well-presented bedrooms, choosing between two doubles, a twin, and a single. When the sun is shining, make the most of the enclosed garden by dining alfresco, or relax in the warmth of the conservatory. Beaminster rests in the beautiful scenery of the Dorset National Landscape, offering a selection of eateries, pubs, a convenience store, and many close by walks and attractions. Options include Kingcombe Meadows Nature Reserve, Mapperton House Gardens & Wildlands, Beaminster Museum, and Coney's Castle. The town is also close to many walks through the East Devon National Landscape and the Blackdown Hills AONB, making this an ideal spot for hiking and birdwatching.

For a day at the seaside, head over to Lyme Regis, where there are many eateries, watersports, and stunning beaches where guests can hunt for fossils, as well as independent shops to be browsed at your leisure. Charmouth is also well worth a visit, allowing guests to learn more about the local area at the Charmouth Heritage Coast Centre, before heading to the beach to fossil hunt. There is simply so much to be explored with a stay at the beautiful Poppy Cottage.

The attractive country town of Beaminster nestles beneath the rolling West Dorset downland within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Around its square is the Conservation Area which boasts over 200 Grade II listed buildings, many of which are built from mellow hamstone. This thriving rural community offers a good selection of shops, inns and restaurants, whilst each summer hosts a popular music and arts festival. The local area abounds in a network of footpaths, one leads to the village of Netherbury, the site of the original River Cottage TV programme. An easy drive takes you to the lively market town of Bridport and to West Bay (TV's Broadchurch) on Dorset's stunning Jurassic Coast, whilst Lyme Regis, Dorchester and Weymouth are all easily accessible. A charming Dorset country town set in a most attractive rural setting.

Accommodation

Four bedrooms: 2 x double, 1 x twin with TV, 1 x single.

2 x shower room with walk-in shower room, basin, and WC.

Cloakroom with basin and WC.

Kitchen/diner.

Living/dining room with gas fire with woodburning effect.

Conservatory

Central heating.

Electric oven and hob, microwave, washing machine and tumble dryer, kettle and toaster.

TV, Wi-Fi.

Hi Fi including CD player DAB radio Bluetooth Fuel and power included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Off-road parking for 1 car only.

Enclosed garden with gravelled area.

One well-behaved dog welcome.

Sorry, no smoking.

Shop 0.1 miles, pub 0.1 miles.

Note: There are steps down to the kitchen/diner, please take care.

Note: There's a step up to the garden.

Note: Washing machine and tumble dryer are located in the cloakroom