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Beautiful, family friendly Cottage with sea views of Chesil Beach

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Fortuneswell, ENG
  • Portland Harbour
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Weymouth Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Chesil Beach
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    ‪75 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Beautiful, family friendly Cottage with sea views of Chesil Beach

Quaint seaside cottage where you can see and hear the sea.

A very short walk to pretty Chesil Cove where you are away from the crowds yet always something on in Weymouth all year. Buses run regularly and all night in summer in to Weymouth, bus stops close by.

Portland is steeped in history and great for exploring; we even have wild goats and Peregrine Falcon's!

Walking distance to Weymouth and Portland National Sailing Academy

Restaurants/pubs/cafes/supermarket/newsagent/pharmacy/general store all very close by on the high street.

Bird Observatory on Portland Bill,

Spring and Autumn Portland is a hot spot to see migrating birds stopping en route.

Surrounded by the South West Coast Path and perfect for walking

High quality Bedeck/Seasalt bedlinen boutique style furnishings.

Towels provided

Tea/Coffee, cooking oil, seasonings provided.

Milk/biscuits or chocolates on arrival

NO PETS

Please note the lounge area, though adequate for 5, isn't huge so if wanting a large lounge please check suitable from the photos before booking. Limited to 4 guests for this reason.

Cot/highchair/stair gate available for babies/toddlers check sleeping arrangements suitable before booking. Fine for 2 children opposite sex as 3 bedrooms.

Dining table accommodates 4 adults and there is a Tripp Trapp high chair.
Cottage refurbished in a shabby chic style in 2015 with new contemporary kitchen/bathroom 2017.

This is an old quaint quarryman's character cottage built of Portland stone in approx 1810, with feature exposed stone walls.

The back bedrooms look out to sea and you can gaze out to sea from the the front door.

The Kitchen is fully integrated including washing machine. (no freezer). has ice maker. Washing line in the back yard on a pulley system for drying or tumble driers in laundrette a stones throw from the cottage.

The back garden is small but enough to sit outside and listen to the sea; is also a suntrap. We have hung plenty of hooks for drying surf/sailing gear along the garden wall.

The attic room is perfect to lay on the bed and listen to the waves below in Chesil Cove. This is also a tranquil place to relax or look out to sea, seen from the back bedrooms windows. There is a fabulous beach pub/restaurant a very short walk away that has good food and a perfect place to watch the sun set.

The cottage is staggering distance from the South West Coast Path which is an integral part of Chesil Cove.

For sailing enthusiasts the National Sailing Academy is a stroll down the hill and here you will find sailing/surfing schools which frequent the safe waters of Portland harbour. Beach/harbourside cafe's abound on Portland and Weymouth, where you can enjoy a drink or lunch whilst looking out across the waters from Chesil Cove, Portland Marina or the Fleet Lagoon. Weymouth harbour is beautiful all year round and retains its old fashioned charm with picturesque painted houses, cobbled streets and fishing boats moored in the harbour. Plenty of cafe’s restaurants here too. There are numerous festivals going on all year, notably the seafood festival in July which attracts celebrity Chef's and the Carnival in August. Not forgetting how famous Weymouth is for its fancy dress at New Year!

Property manager

Alison
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Ocean view

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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
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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 and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Portland

Located in Portland, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Weymouth Beach and Chesil Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Bennetts Water Gardens and Pirate Adventure Mini Golf. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails.
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Fortuneswell, ENG

What's nearby

  • Portland Castle - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Portland Harbour - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Weymouth Harbour - 9 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Weymouth Beach - 10 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Chesil Beach - 35 min drive - 20.0 km

Getting around

  • Weymouth Station - 16 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Wyke Smugglers - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Royal Portland Arms - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Codfathers Fish & Chip Shop - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The New Star Inn - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful, family friendly Cottage with sea views of Chesil Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful, family friendly Cottage with sea views of Chesil Beach ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful, family friendly Cottage with sea views of Chesil Beach ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful, family friendly Cottage with sea views of Chesil Beach located?

This family-friendly Portland holiday home is located by the sea, within a 5-minute walk of Royal Manor Theatre, Portland Beach and Dorset and East Devon Coast. Weymouth Bay and The Olympic Rings Stone Sculpture are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Matthew L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Break
Had a lovely time good central location. Nice place to stay better than a B&B
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stuart N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay at Portland
Property was very well equipped and clean, and we appreciated that some basic provisions were included. The location was great for walks, also good pubs/eateries nearby and the regular bus service into Weymouth.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charmaine S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
The property was a beautifully quaint cottage very clean and had everything we needed. Definitely recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint little cottage
We had a nice stay at the cottage, it's cosy with a lot of character and it's a great spot just minutes from Chesel Beach. Also has easy access to bus stops for Weymouth Beach. Just beware of the steep roads and parking. We parked for free outside Chesel Beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

James T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Climbing up the hill
Walking down to the beach was a quick stroll, walking back up the hill took a little longer.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beate S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute and cosy
We landed on the beautiful island of Portland by chance and were immediately enamoured. It's a very beautiful, special place and surprisingly also a good starting point for exploring the Jurassic Coast. The cottage is very lovingly furnished to a very high standard, but what we didn't realise (and can't be seen in the photos) is that it is really, really small. Not suitable for families with small children or people with limited mobility due to the narrow and steep stairs. But we are not, it was fine for us, we had a wonderful time. Many thanks to Alison, our lovely hostess! And folks, park your car right at the entrance to the village, where it says "pay here" - the only car park without stress and with enough space in the village - and free of charge.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

jean p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cottage at Portland UK
Good clean property in walking distance of chisel Beach you will need to book local eateries had a great time
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Liz H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely property
Lovely property, a 5 minute walk to Chesil beach :-)
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Michael B., Beckenham

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Great place to stay
The cottage was well maintained with lovely furnishing and in an absolutely fantastic location.In difficult times we hasd a great stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Jacqueline B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great
Super clean. Great for walking and catching bus to Weymouth. Not good for people with walking difficulties, my mum and Aunt found stairs and hill too hard to climb, which Alison pre warned us about. Great views from attic bedroom.

10/10 Excellent

Mike J., Hitchin

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful trip to Portland Bill
Clean and well furnished - garden small but only 5 minutes walk to the beach
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Michelle Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pleasant stay
Very cosy cottage, well decorated with the seaside theme would stay again.

10/10 Excellent

Sara H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful little home from home
We stayed for a week in August and from booking to leaving Alison could not have been more helpful. The cottage was stunning - so pretty and decorated so beautifully - totally my style! Fell in love with the little bug eyed stone animals!! The kitchen was well equipped and the lounge area very comfortable. Bedrooms were perfect for our family of 4 and my 14 year old daughter loved having her own top floor of the house! Car Parks can get very busy and on a couple of occassions we struggled to park the car (we have a big 4x4 so parking outside the cottage was always going to be difficult). Chesil Cove beach was amazing and only a 5 minute stroll down the hill (slightly longer coming back lol!!) - certainly blew away the stress and strain of daily life!! We tried to eat at The Cove House Inn but it was fully booked - so do take their advice and book early if you want to try it there!! Perfectly situated for exploring Portland and Weymouth - we had a lovely week, even though the weather wasnt that kind to us! Weymouth beach is stunning for swimming and we visited Dudle Door and Lulworth Cove too - lovely for swimming also. Thank you so much Alison! xx

10/10 Excellent

Lucy C., Westbrook, Kent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ab-fab!
Me, hubby and my 6 year old son absolutely loved our stay at Kate’s Cottage. It’s perfectly situated, with local shops and chippy all within walking distance. The view is impressive! The cottage itself was very clean and tidy. Alison (the owner) has thought of everything! Its cute, quaint, beautiful and comfortable. She even went to the trouble of putting the dinosaur lampshade up in the living room area just for my son! Lovely. Lovely. Lovely.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cottage
Great little cottage, very well fitted out and a good location. Would recommend it to anyone.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

A Happy Easter
Just spent Easter in Portland and can not speak highly enough of Kates Cottage & Alison. Alison went above and beyond and it was greatly appreciated. The cottage itself was more than enough for 2 couples and 2 babies and appeared to have everything you could need. Thank you Alison.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Vince K.

Wonderful!
This was our second visit to Kates Cottage and once again we were not disappointed. The attention to detail was superb and we had a wonderful time. I cannot recommend Kates Cottage enough. Thank you very much
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018

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