Dorset cliff house, sea views – Home 64259 Cottage
- 2 bedrooms
- 6 sleeps
- 7 nights min stay
Dorset cliff house, sea views – Home 64259
- Cottage
- 2 bedrooms
- sleeps 6
- 7 nights min stay
Key Info
- Beach / lakeside relaxation
- Nearest beach 0.1 mi
- Child Friendly
- Car advised
- Pet Friendly
- Private garden
Description from owner
Description
House on cliff-side in small fishing village of West Bay on Jurassic coast of Dorset. Stunning views of Lyme Bay, the beach, cliffs and West Bay, can be seen from the master bedroom, living room/dining room, patio and garden. Listen to and watch the waves breaking on the beach below. Children and small pets welcome (dogs allowed on the beach all year). Off-street parking for two vehicles. Access to the house is via 36 paved steps. Non-smoking.
The house was the location for the home of detective hero DCI Hardy [played
by David Tennant] and its interiors featured extensively in Broadchurch, Season 3.
Master bedroom with double bed, second bedroom with twin beds, very comfortable double sofa bed in curtained off area of living room (with sea views). Open-plan living room and dining area, with wood floors and separate seating areas for beach-gazing, TV/video viewing, and dining. Well-equipped kitchen leads to living room/dining room and also through patio doors to garden with picnic table with sea views. Bathroom with bath, separate shower, bidet, toilet and sink. Ideal for couples or families.
Quiet and peaceful, yet only a one minute walk to the beach, superb cliff walks, the harbour, village shops (fishmonger, butcher, general store, post office etc) and beach stalls (for burgers, fish and chips, ice-creams etc). Within short driving distance of Lyme Regis, Weymouth, Dorchester, Hardy's Monument and cottage, numerous other coastal and other villages. Only 2-3 hours to London and London airports.
Further details
Beach towels not provided
Further details outdoors
Picnic table in garden with sea views and separate patio with wall seating overlooking the beach, sea and cliffs.
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Families
- Great for children of all ages
- Pets welcome
Bed & bathroom
- 1 Full bed, 1 Sofa beds, 2 Twin beds
- 1 Full bath
Amenities
- Wireless Internet
- Private garden
- Grill
- Patio
- Balcony or terrace
- Sea view
- Internet access
- Central heating
- Stove
- Fridge
- Freezer
- Microwave
- Toaster
- Kettle
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Iron
- TV
- Stereo system
- Linen provided
- Towels provided
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Access
- Parking
- Not suitable for wheelchair users
Policies
- Check in time: 17:00, Check out time: 10:00
- If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.
- Payment
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This rental can only be paid for online through FlipKey using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).
Damage deposit: ($251.05) £200.00 - Smoking
- No smoking at this property
Cancellations
Change of plans? No problem. You could receive a partial or full refund, depending on when you cancel.
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100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).
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No refund If you cancel, any money you have paid cannot be refunded.
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About the owner
Alison A.
- Response rate:
- 100%
- Calendar last updated:
- 04 May 2024
- Years listed:
- 15
- Based in:
- United Kingdom
- Overall rating:
Languages spoken: English
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Reviews
Very Good
– based on 20 reviews
Very Good
20 reviews
- Excellent
- 11
- Very Good
- 8
- Average
- 0
- Poor
- 0
- Terrible
- 1
“Perfect location and view”
We were lucky with the weather and there was no need for a car all week. Great walks along the South West Coast Path in both directions. Quiet beach and swimming opportunities. We didn't manage to go fishing, but maybe next time. It is possible to cycle or walk to Bridport along the cycle paths if you wish. Our only day trip in the car was at the end of the week to Abbotsbury Subtropical Garden, which was a delight. Good restaurants close by and plenty of fish and vegetables if you are self catering. Good coffee and bakery across the car park. The house has all you need.
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“Jurassic West Bay Stay.”
We stayed at The Steps in West Bay from 6th September 2019 for a week. Keeping things simple and fair. PROS: Brilliant location! Views and setting superb. Proximity to the beach and West Bay facilit… More
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“Wonderful location and views”
It was the setting of this cottage that attracted us and we were not disappointed. The views and evening sunsets were glorious; and we found the location right above the beach, alongside the coastal p… More
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“Amazing views, accommodation lacking”
The Steps is situated on West Bay and you can not get a better view of the beach and sea. The steps were manageable and kept us fit and the car parking was extremely convenient. The actual house is t… More
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Response from the owner Thanks for taking the time to let us know about the issues with the house. The bed bolts and screws have now been tightened, so the bed no longer creaks. We're sorry the mattress was not hard enough for you - we chose one that is mid-range in softness, so that it would work for as many people as possible, but we realise that personal taste in mattress firmness varies. We're sorry about the smell in the bathroom - rather than being caused by the Edwardian sewage system, it was caused by the U-trap having dried out, from the house not being in continuous use over the winter months; this should no longer be the case with the house being fully occupied for the rest of the season (so the U bend trap stays full of water as it should be). We have also now put chemicals down both shower and bath drains. Of course hair left in the drain is not acceptable, and our cleaners have been reminded to check each time. We have the highest standards of cleaning. We're glad you enjoyed the views -they are indeed spectacular.
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“Lovely apartment, perfect location.”
We loved this apartment, it was much bigger than it appeared from the photos on the website and was really clean and tidy and very well equipped. The views from the lounge/sun room and balcony are l… More
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“The Most Amazing Views”
We've been to West Bay many times, but this was our first time at The Steps - not the last, already booked to return! There isn't a better view to be had, rain or shine - the most amazing s… More
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“Wonderful place”
We had a great holiday at The Steps. It is a very comfortable holiday home with spectacular views from the lounge, dining room, bedroom and patio. Owners were very easy to deal with and extremely help… More
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Response from the owner Thank you for your review. We're so glad you had a good time!
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“Chill out”
Had a wonderfull time , perfect position. Plently of room for dogs and grandchildren , spacious living accommodation for families.Beds,towels and linen provided comfortable nights sleep!will definitely be booking again .
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“Amazing location, beautiful views, proper beach holiday”
First of all I would like to thank the owner for letting us stay in this amazing holiday home. We could not have been happier here for the week. The location attracted us in an instant to book this and we were not disappointed. If you want to be 1 minute walk from the beach, and wake up to a stunning sea view every day, this is the place to stay. This chalet style bungalow is all on one floor, you have a very large living room/dining room with big patio doors overlooking the beach and sea. This room has been decorated recently and gives the impression of a seaside chalet inside, very nice. There is also one large double bedroom also facing the sea, again with patio doors, Both these rooms lead onto a small veranda which you can sit on the bench and just watch the sea, or watch the sun go down over the cliffs to the West. Amazing. There is a good size family bathroom. The shower is plenty powerful enough. There is also a bath. There is a second separate toilet. There is an adequately sized twin room. All beds are comfy and there is plenty of wardrobe space in both rooms. The kitchen is a good size. Well equipped to cook a good meal. We cooked here a lot because we enjoyed being in this house and eating with a perfect sea view!! There is also a dishwasher and a washing machine. There is a back garden which is also a good enough size. It has a picnic table which is placed where you can just see the sea, and also has a comfy swing seat. The garden was big enough for my children to happily play bat and ball. You can also access the front of the property to the veranda from the back garden. There are 36 steps up to the house, so i would not recommend this property if you are slightly immobile. This did not put us off, it was a good work out everyday!!! We were lucky whilst we were here that the annual torch light procession was on Sunday night, which also has a bonfire on the car park below the house and finishes with a lovely firework display on the beach, we were able to sit on the veranda and watch the fireworks. We also took our dog, and due to the wooden floors in the property it was easy to hoover dog hair up every day and maintain the cleanliness of the property. We were extremely lucky with the weather and had really sunny and warm week, West Bay is a lovely seaside town if you just want to enjoy relaxing on the beach, walks along the stunning cliffs and finding nice places to eat and drink. It is a totally unspoilt/untacky seaside town. I cannot recommend this property enough. We will return. And if you are Broadchurch fans this property is the white chalet on the cliff that you see a lot!!!! Cannot wait to see it in the next series.
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“Views to die for....”
If you google West Bay, the white house you see on the views over West Bay Cliffs, is this house. It's a unique building probably of some years that has been loved and characterised by the current owners. On booking I saw some reviews that said it's tired - sure it has been here for a while, but it's clean, cared for and has been modernised in part and probably still in progress. The house is in good order, everything works, the shower gushes hot water, the kitchen works, utensils are good, furnishing is functional and clean, beds are comfy enough - nothing to complain about unless you are a grumbler. Then you add the location and views and you will struggle to find a more incredible view and setting. West Bay is a small village, probably of fishing origins, with a modern pier, a scattering of fish and chip painted sheds on the harbor edge and some small pubs/restaurants. If you like hill walking and coastal views this is the place for you. I've given 5 stars as I think this place has some qualities that are rare to find and I will come back again and again. Never met the owners but can't help but feel they love, continue to care for and nuture it.
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FAQs
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