Guests say
Woodpecker Cottage is highly praised for its comfort, cleanliness, and tranquil rural setting. Guests appreciate the well-equipped facilities, cosy atmosphere, and proximity to the Jurassic coastline. The local pub and nearby towns add to the charm, though the pub's closure was noted. A welcoming environment, including treats for pets, contributes to a delightful stay.
Guests consistently describe the cottage as spotlessly clean, contributing to a very positive impression and a comfortable stay.
The location is appreciated for its quiet rural setting and good access to the Jurassic coastline, though one guest mentioned the lack of bus service as a drawback.
Reviewers find the cottage very cosy and comfortable, with special mentions of good quality furnishings and beds, and a warm atmosphere enhanced by central heating.
Facilities are generally well-regarded, including the kitchen, bathroom, and en-suite shower. However, one guest mentioned an issue with a self-flushing toilet, slightly impacting the score.
The hosts are commended for their thoughtfulness, providing a welcome basket and dog treats. While these gestures are greatly appreciated, they are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Ideal for family holidays, with the Jurassic coast, Monkey World, Weymouth Sea Life Centre and Swanage steam train’s, walking bird watching and fishing.. All on the
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview TV, DVD Player
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Dishwasher
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet.
Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Cot and highchair available on request. Doggy extras. Laundry room with washer/dryer (shared with other properties on-site). Games room and external information room with use of freezer and payphone. Enclosed patio with garden furniture and barbecue. Large lawned area (shared with other properties on-site). Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. Manor Court Cottages are set in the picturesque village of Shipton Gorge. Within walking distance, 110 yards, are the village playing fields and pub selling the famous Palmers Ales and local food. This a fantastic location to explore the Dorset countryside and World Heritage Jurassic coastline, 1½ miles away. Whether its a family holiday, walking, bird watching, fishing, cycling or for a quiet break Manor Court Cottages are ideal. The pretty village of Burton Bradstock, 1½ miles, has a beach with a café, shop, post office, garage and pubs. The market town of Bridport, 2 miles away, has a lively and vibrant street market Saturdays and Wednesday, along with small shops, cafés, antiques and local food can be found, or pop into the museum and learn its history of rope and net making.
The picturesque harbour of West Bay is 2 miles away and was made famous by the TV drama ’Broadchurch’, while the village of Abbotsbury, 3 miles away, is popular for its swannery, sub-tropical gardens and childrens farm. Spread along the coast from Sidmouth is a host of attractions, including the Donkey Sanctuary and Beer Caves at Seaton and Axminster where you can ride on the trams or eat at the River Cottage restaurant. Into Dorset try fishing in a boat out of the cobb at Lymm Regis, fossil hunting at the museum or a walk up Golden Cap for the breathtaking views. Weymouth with its sandy beaches and Sealife Centre is well worth a visit, discover the dinosaurs at the Dorchester museum or travel back in time with a visit to Thomas Hardy’s cottage, go to war at the Bevington Tank Museum, or say ’hi’ to the monkeys at Monkey World. Enjoy a dip at Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door for a sightseeing walk, explore Crofe Castle, and then all aboard the steam train at Swanage. Shops and pubs 1 mile.
Free WiFi
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Reviews (17)
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Confirmed Guest
Cottage was clean and comfortable, only issue was the toilet in the double bedroom kept randomly self flushing and making an awful noise which disturbed our sleep. I’m sure that if we had reported it, the problem would have been solved but we just put up with it.
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Confirmed Guest
Just excellent, quiet location a pub nearby and the sea not far away by car also a town a few miles away.. I will try and go back again.
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Confirmed Guest
Very comfortable. High quality furnishings. Ten minute drive to the coast.Bridport nearby with a good range of independent shops and supermarkets.