Kingeswic Cottage

About this property

Kingeswic Cottage combines Georgian cottage charm with modern comforts with a delightful,peaceful garden and a short walk from the sea. Built in circa 1780, Kingeswic Cottage, this homely holiday cottage rests in Wyke Regis in Weymouth in Dorset. Whether you are looking for an off-season staycation exploring the wild beauty the Dorset coast has to offer or a high season fun-filled beach holiday, Kingeswic Cottage can be your peaceful and relaxing base. Perhaps you fancy a bit of fossil hunting at Pirates Cove on the Fleet, just a 10-minute walk from the cottage, or riding your bike along the Rodwell Trail with its stunning sea views, or exploring the South West Coastal path, also 10 minutes away. Give paddle boarding a go at Ferrybridge or sailing at Weymouth Sailing Academy. Several award-winning restaurants can be found nearby, including The Crab House Café, Billy Winters and Taste Café at Chesil Beach. This charming, terraced cottage hosts up to four guests, making it an excellent choice for a coastal retreat all year round. When you step into the sitting room, two leather sofas invite you to kick back and relax in front of the fire or catch up on your favourite Netflix TV shows. The stylish and compact kitchen diner has all of the appliances you could need, including a range cooker, a dishwasher and a washer/dryer. Enjoy a coffee at the dining table inside or step outside to the enclosed garden and dine alfresco, surrounded by greenery and birdsong. Steep cottage stairs lead up to the first floor where you can find the master double bedroom and the spacious family bathroom. Another flight of stairs brings you into the family room, with both a double and a day bed for your family and friends. Right on your doorstep, you will find a wealth of wonderful amenities and attractions catering to all ages and tastes. Spend your days lazing on the golden sands of Weymouth beach, with opportunities for sports on the water too, or set out on a fishing trip in the harbour!

The rugged Isle of Portland and the splendour of Chesil Beach host even more tempting eateries, as well as several points of historic interest such as the Portland Museum, Rufus Castle, the Circle Of Stones and many more. There are also a number of secluded beaches this way. Weymouth also boasts a wealth of family attractions: the SEA LIFE Centre, the landscaped Bennetts Water Gardens, the sculptured Sandworld, and Sandsfoot Castle are just a few. Not to mention the surrounding Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, which provides a scenic experience well-worth exploring with plenty of picturesque picnic spots and walking routes for all abilities. If you would like to venture further afield Kingeswic Cottage is perfectly placed for exploring Thomas Hardy’s Dorchester, Lyme Regis, Lulworth and Bridport and beyond. It is a peaceful haven which puts you right at the heart of South Dorset.

Weymouth is a popular resort resting in Dorset, surrounded by excitement and coastal delight at any time of the year. Home to golden, sandy beaches boasting a range of watersports, a variety of shops, pubs and restaurants, and so much more, there's plenty to keep you entertained on a self-catered stay. Dorchester rests nearby as well as the Dorset Heritage Coastline for wonderful walking opportunities, providing something for every taste in this exciting area of Dorset.

Accommodation

Three-storey cottage.

Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x second-floor family room with one double and one day bed.

Bathroom with bath, handheld shower, separate walk-in shower, basin and WC.

Kitchen/diner.

Sitting room with electric woodburning-effect fire

Gas central heating and electric woodburning-effect fire.

Gas range cooker, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, coffee maker, Smart TV and WiFi.

The property has a 5-seater ECO Hydrotherapy Health Spa Hot Tub, which has been designed for your comfort, relaxation and wellness.

Fuel and power included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Travel cot and highchair available on request.

Roadside parking on Castle Hill Road *up a steep hill opposite the cottage *on a first-come, first-served basis.

Please note if parking is not available here, you will need to park on the brow of the hill on Westhill Rd which is a short walk away up the hill, boasting splendid sea views of Chesil Beach.

Rear enclosed patio and lawn with furniture.

Two well-behaved pets welcome.

Sorry, no smoking.

Shop and pub within 0.4 miles.

Beach 0.6 miles.

Note: There are steep stairs, low ceilings and narrow doorways in this cottage, please consider this when booking.

Note: There is a step up into the bathroom, please mind your step.

Note: The cottage is located on the high street.