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Chocolate box cottage in 8 acres of pasturland on Jurassic coatline of Dorset

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Outdoor dining
Property grounds
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1+ bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Weymouth, Dorset
  • Weymouth Harbour
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Weymouth Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Chesil Beach
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Yeovilton (YEO-Royal Naval Air Station Yeovilton)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Crib

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Chocolate box cottage in 8 acres of pasturland on Jurassic coatline of Dorset

Far from the madding crowd, set down its own private leafy driveway nestled in 8 acres of fields and woodland. Total peace can be found at the old cottage which dates back to the early Victorian age and is full of charm and character. It has an open fire, oil-fired central heating, and has a warm home-from-home feel. The cottage has a King size bed, toilet & washbasin upstairs. The kitchen is extremely well equipped with a dishwasher, microwave, fridge, and freezer. A table and chairs overlooking the fields for breakfast, or a private garden with a fire pit and sun loungers to relax and enjoy the peace and quiet, but still close to all amenities. Just the place to unwind.




The cottage is completely self contained with plenty of parking. Weekly rentals or short breaks in the winter.

Dogs are allowed, (2 maximum) but owners' rules must be followed as there is livestock on the land. A fee of £10 per dog per night. Owners must be responsible for picking up and disposing of bag into the bin at the top of the drive. No dogs are to be left in the cottage on their own at any time, and not allowed on furniture or upstairs.

The fresh smell of the sea and the waves crashing on the beach (when the wind is in the right direction) add to the atmosphere of this unique little gem.
The cottage is cool in summer and warm and cosy in the winter. A log burner is available (September-April) Central heating on a timer during winter months.
The kitchen is extremely well equipped and tea towels, oven gloves, washing up liquid. Complementary milk in the fridge for that much-wanted cup of tea on arrival.
I am more than happy to put food supplies away in the fridge/freezer if a home delivery is requested.
I supply 1 toilet roll in both the bathroom and upstairs toilet.
The bedroom has low eaves, but a very comfortable king-size bed with fresh linen and a duvet provided. The windows in the roof allow you to stargaze, and have black-out blinds if so required.
I am very happy to suggest places of interest or good pubs/restaurants in the area.
If privacy is required this is the place for you.

Property manager

Hilary Webster
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Only suitable for very young
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
A charge of £10 per dog per day - rules do apply
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
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Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Weymouth

Located in Weymouth, this cottage is in a rural area and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Weymouth Beach and Chesil Beach. Bennetts Water Gardens and Abbotsbury Children's Farm are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Weymouth, Dorset

What's nearby

  • Weymouth Harbour - 8 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Weymouth Beach - 9 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Abbotsbury Sub-Tropical Gardens - 10 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Abbotsbury Swannery - 11 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Chesil Beach - 17 min drive - 9.2 km

Getting around

  • Weymouth Station - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Royal Oak - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Royal Standard - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The John Gregory - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Marquis of Gramby - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Daniels Fish and Chips. , Littlemoor, Weymouth - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Chocolate box cottage in 8 acres of pasturland on Jurassic coatline of Dorset pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Chocolate box cottage in 8 acres of pasturland on Jurassic coatline of Dorset?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Chocolate box cottage in 8 acres of pasturland on Jurassic coatline of Dorset?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Chocolate box cottage in 8 acres of pasturland on Jurassic coatline of Dorset located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Dorset and East Devon Coast and within 6 miles (10 km) of Bennetts Water Gardens and Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Abbotsbury Children's Farm and Hardy Monument are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 61 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Connie W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Delightful stay
Lovely house and so close to all the beautiful walks
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pieter W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage
Beautifull location near to Chesil Beach and Weymouth.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An excellent home from home , really lovely.
A great place where you can take your dogs with many great walks in the local area and you can walk straight from the property. Lots of lovely places to eat and all near the coast.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan, Sandown

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
excellent property in good location
Excellent property for 2, in quiet location. Tastefully decorated, owner nearby & very helpful & friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Natalie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
This is a lovely place to stay, very quiet and lovely cottage for myself husband and dog. Loved the horses.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

COS B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
The cottage was in a wonderful , quiet location. it serves as a great base for the surrounding area. It was clean , tidy and well equipped. Hilary was a great host giving us some of the history of the cottage. Very pleasant place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peace and quiet
The little cottage was great. We had been on the road for a while before staying here and it was just the break we needed. Away from other busy places but also convenient for exploring the Jurassic Coast.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend getaway
We had a lovely stay, Hillary the owner was lovely, she checked in on us to check we had everything we needed, she was absolutely great, suggested places to eat etc. The cottage was perfect for the two of us, it is in a quiet spot but not to far away from local amenities. We ventured over to Luthworth Cove and Durdle door. A lovely cottage in a lovely part of the world.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sanctuary
Cottage and location provided much needed peace and tranquillity.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sebastian M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Great Summer Holiday
Our stay at the Groom’s Cottage in Langton Herring was absolutely marvellous. The surrounding is beautiful, great opportunities for walks with the dog, plenty of things to do and to see in Dorset, very nice pubs and restaurants close by. Unfortunately the local pub in Langton Herring went out of business, but we managed. Our host Hilary was very kind and helpful but never intrusive. Very commendable indeeed!!
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Siobhan F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely break.
Fab.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
3 day short break
Lovely property in a very nice, quiet location. Good access to the coastal road. The place may be too small for some as it has low head clearances upstairs and in the bathroom
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bernard H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
SW Coast Path pefect location
Even better than its description, the cottage is delightful. Great host Hilary takes immense pride in offering a share of the Dorset dream. Location is fabulous for walkers and plenty to do and see in close proximity....its a haven of tranquility, with all the charm of the love and effort that goes into making a special holiday.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location
We very much enjoyed our stay in this lovely cottage. We enjoyed walking from the property, particularly the walk down to the Fleet from the village. There are also a great many places to visit within in short drive. We found everything we needed provided in the property and Hilary made us very welcome. It is in a quiet, tucked away location and the cottage retains many of the original features with sensitively added modern conveniences. I would highly recommend a stay at Groom's Cottage if you want a perfect getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Grooms Cottage
A beautifully decorated cottage with all mod cons yet retaining an ‘olde world’ charm conveniently located for exploration of the Jurassic coast, short walks to nearby Chesil beach and the Fleet lagoon, and a ‘stone’s throw’ from a pub serving excellent food.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Helen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Country cottage
Quaint cottage close to Weymouth and a mile from the beach. Peaceful location with a country pub and bridal paths close by. Only this cottage on site plus the owners cottage. Private parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Anthony F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A nice relaxing 5 day stay in a characterful cottage
This ticked all the boxes for us - a compete break from busy, noisy London in the peace and quiet of the Dorset hills. We slept well in the upstairs bedroom - but mind your head if you’re tall as the eves are quite low level. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gay K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent , quiet
This was a cottage perfect for my partner and I , quiet close to coastal walks .. quality pub restaurant the Elm tree walking distance .. the property owner left us a lovely card and Easter egg .. the best stay for my border terrier who loved it there
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachael j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Miss
Really beautiful ,clean cottage with everything you could need ,nice and peaceful and a handy location to visit Weymouth ,no issues with parking and the host was friendly ,horses in field outside so nice view to wake up to
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dorset coast
From the moment we arrived until we left , we were awestruck by the cottage and the beautiful location it is situated in . If you are looking for a relaxing , peaceful time away , this is a superb location . Hilary was wonderful and friendly , ensuring we had all we needed . The cottage was divine and was equipped with all we required for a relaxing few days . The surrounding area is stunning . A walk into village led us to the public pathway and to the coast . Words don’t do justice to how beautiful the area is . 10/10 … a must stay .
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lesley H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing retreat
Lovely tranquil cottage built for two. The only sound was the birds and the horses. Hillary the host was in the next cottage but unobtrusive, we saw her when we got there and as we were packing up to leave. She was very friendly and stopped for a chat then she didn't bother us until we left. Fabulous peaceful weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clare G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay but watch your head
Lovely lovely cottage and definitely recommend so long as you aren’t nearly 6ft or over. Low beam between lounge and kitchen (husband hit head ) and couldn’t stand up in shower, however I had a lovely shower and at 5ft was fine standing and showering. Hillary made us very welcome and our two dogs really enjoyed themselves.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Lucy H., Oshkosh, WIsconsin USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Country quiet
Secluded location. Perfect for relaxing and unwinding. Bed was comfortable. There was a bathtub under the eaves but no shower.. no towels or washcloths provided but owner supplied them upon request. Other than a blanket on the bed no throw blanket for the couch. Good value for the cost.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alison T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning cottage
We were visiting the area for a wedding and Grooms Cottage was recommended. The cottage is gorgeous and superbly equipped. Hilary was a fantastic host. Bit off the beaten track - so do follow the directions from Hilary .. I was following the Sat Nav and went too far! Cottage does not have a shower (one hand held one over the bath) so factor this in if needed and small staircase to bedroom is narrow. Thank you Hilary for a lovely weekend :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Rebecca C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Next door to owner
Lean comfortable and cosy.A lot of instructions. Hard to get cases to bedroom via stairgate on narrow stairs.Only 3 plates for 2 people so couldn't use dishwasher. Hilary lovely but would have liked a private space to sit and enjoy the sunset outside.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Hilary Webster

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I live in the cottage opposite with my dogs Molly and Fern. I am here if you need help or advice or can give you complete privacy.
I have 2 x racehorses at livery in the stable yard, and guests can watch them grazing in their paddocks.

Why they chose this property

Grooms is small and cosy, the perfect place to unwind from the everyday stresses and strains. Couples love to return after spending their honeymoons here. Many guests say they have never been in such a quiet location, and often oversleep. Your dogs (max.2) pref small are allowed at an extra cost of £10 per dog per day. Contact owner for more details. A pet owner's do's and don'ts list in the cottage and must be strictly adhered to. Any damage done by your pet must be paid for, or the damage deposit will be withheld.
The location of the property is unique, and guests love to see all the wildlife and the total peace that this cottage has to offer. Please pay for your dogs ON ARRIVAL.
My guest books tell the story of how much these holidays have been enjoyed over the past years that this has been a holiday property.
I hope you will come and enjoy it for yourself.

What makes this property unique

Situated down its own private driveway, with plenty of parking. Comfortable chairs outside the cottage to enjoy a glass of wine before walking up the drive to the local pub - the Elm Tree. Excellent fresh food cooked to order. Well known for its local fish and locally sourced produce.
The cottage is situated in its own little microclimate and benefits from being in the folds of the valley where it is very sheltered.
The horses graze in front of the Lounge window, and the birds and wildlife are in abundance.

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English

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