Blackbird Cottage

Rating
Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Games Room
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews

11 Customer Review(s)

Tuesday_9
October 2020

“Some great things, some not so great.”

Beautiful cottage with lovely garden. If I could pick a village cottage to buy and make my own, this would be it. Fantastic location close to pub, community shop and craft centre - the locals we encountered were all lovely, very friendly and helpful ...

Beautiful cottage with lovely garden. If I could pick a village cottage to buy and make my own, this would be it. Fantastic location close to pub, community shop and craft centre - the locals we encountered were all lovely, very friendly and helpful. We found the cottage over-cluttered though, especially downstairs. Not sure anyone could thoroughly clean it between lets, even considering the extra few hours allowed due to COVID-19. Found a manky old tennis ball in amongst the chopping boards - plural, there were about a dozen of them! It was all very homely but with the pandemic, would have much preferred most if not all the extras removed.

- Tuesday_9, October 2020
Mrs Honey October 2020

“A beautiful house in a lovely little village.”

Our dogs really enjoyed the large enclosed garden. Great location for exploring the Jurassic Coast - Lyme Regis, Bridport etc

- Mrs Honey, October 2020
Mr Fincham September 2020

“A clean and comfortable cottage with a nice garden for when the weather is good.”

The village has a small shop for essentials and the White Lion just a minutes walk away serving pub grub but we found the service not very good. We did enjoy Bombay Spice in nearby Beaminster.

- Mr Fincham, September 2020
Mrs Campbell September 2020

“The cleanliness was excellent, we felt very safe and comfortable.”

Very friendly village, garden perfect for our dogs. Have already booked for next summer

- Mrs Campbell, September 2020
Mrs Gasson August 2020

“We loved the cottage, it made a fantastic base for our family holiday!”

Really well equipped, spacious and located in a lovely, friendly village - just a stones throw from the quiet playground and local pub. The weekly fish and chip van was also a serious hit with our family. We really did have a lovely holiday and the surrounding countryside is stunning. We wouldn't hesitate to recommend the cottage to others!

- Mrs Gasson, August 2020
Mrs Sriparam July 2020

“We had a wonderful family holiday in this beautiful cottage in the charming, friendly village of Broadwindsor.”

The cottage is equipped with everything you need. We had fantastic weather and visited many nearby beautiful beaches and coastal walks as well as going a little further afield to Lulworth Cove & Durdle Door in East Dorset and Branscombe in Devon. Broadwindsor has lovely pub & village shop and we enjoyed several bbqs in the garden. Thanks for a fabulous week!

- Mrs Sriparam, July 2020
Mr Lenton October 2019

“Lover Blackbird Cottage and Broadwindsor, usually go to Devon but the cottage we wanted to book wasn’t available so we chose to come here and wasn’t disappointed.”

Great cottage, The White Lion in the village was excellent, good food, good beer, excellent landlord and friendly locals. Village shop also very good and an ideal base for coastal visits like West Bay, Lyme Regis, and Seatown. Will look to book again next year, Paul, Charlie, Harry, Isabel, Harvey dog and in laws.

- Mr Lenton, October 2019
Mrs Hutton March 2019

“The cottage was excellent, except that on arrival it was very cold and damp inside and smelt fusty.”

It was obvious that no one had stayed there for a few weeks. The controller for the Central Heating was set at only 12*C so it took a couple of days for the place to feel lived in and welcoming when you walked in. .

- Mrs Hutton, March 2019
Mrs Walsh October 2018

“Cottage lovely and warm very cosy.”

We felt at home on arrival. Everything you need and more. Pub across the road with great menu and Large G/F choice. Well stocked community shop. No real bus service we drove to Bridport to use bus service.

- Mrs Walsh, October 2018
Mrs Whitehill October 2018

“We enjoyed our stay and Blackbird Cottage was lovely.”

We particularly liked the log burner. The bedrooms were clean and functional. The kitchen was so well equipped with everything you might want. We did find the large sofa uncomfortable to sit on and also the fact that hot water only comes on twice a day made us nervous about using the amazing bath in case we used all the hot water up. Lovely pub across the road. Shop was great.

- Mrs Whitehill, October 2018
Mrs Kotarska September 2018

“We know that Helpful Holidays work to a very high standard so that is why the property met rather than exceeded expectations.”

There were a couple of tiny details which we mentioned in a note left at the cottage. All in all a delightful cottage in a stunning location. Loved the friendly pub over the road. Loved that there was an enclosed garden for our dogs.

- Mrs Kotarska, September 2018
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The property

This semi-detached Grade II listed cottage is situated in the centre of Broadwindsor beside the village square.

With 18th century origins but now modern and smart, it is a charming cottage for families or friends in a pretty Dorset village.

From the big hall, head through to the sitting room with traditional beams and cosy wood burning stove.

Another lovely room to relax in is the snug with its comfy sofa and French windows letting in light from the terrace.

The roomy kitchen is traditional, with a good dining area and stable doors leading you through to the garden.

Head upstairs to the three bedrooms, all pretty with cottage style beams and panelling, plus the family bathroom with cute slipper bath and a shower room.

Behind the cottage is your spacious enclosed garden with a big lawn for running on, a summer house which doubles as a games room and a peaceful terrace with outdoor furniture and barbecue.

Wander out to the village for coffee and cake at the craft centre tea room or to enjoy a meal in the good pub.

All around is excellent walking in lovely countryside, including Pilsdon Pen Iron Age fort with great views.

There is a choice of splendid houses and gardens to visit, as well as the fascinating Jurassic Coast to explore.

Blackbird Cottage is a welcoming base in a convenient village location.

Summary

Three bedrooms: 2 x king size double, 1 x bunks
Bathroom with slipper bath, separate shower, WC, basin
Shower room with shower, WC, basin
Ground floor hall
Sitting room with wood burning stove
Snug with French windows to terrace
Kitchen with dining area and stable doors to garden
Utility room
Ground floor WC with basin
Central heating with wood burning stove
Microwave, fridge-freezer, tumble dryer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with DVD, WiFi, Phone incoming calls only only, Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Off road parking for one car, or on a quiet road nearby
Enclosed garden with barbecue
Two well-behaved dogs welcome, Sorry no smoking
Pub less than 1 mile from property
Note: Check-in time 4pm

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £100.

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About the location

BROADWINDSOR

Beaminster 3 miles; Bridport 7 miles.

A charming west Dorset conservation village boasting a community-run store, a popular local pub and an interesting craft centre with restaurant. The surrounding countryside is a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, abounding in numerous scenic footpaths, including those to nearby Lewesdon Hill and Pilsdon Pen, two of the highest points in Dorset. The small town of Beaminster, with its pretty hamstone cottages, is within easy reach, whilst the bustling town of Bridport, with its thriving market, the West Bay setting of TV’s Broadchurch, as well as historic Lyme Regis can be found within an easy drive. Broadwindsor offers visitors an ideal village base from which to explore this super area.

Region Information

Note: Arrival after 4pm.

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Blackbird Cottage

Broadwindsor, Dorset (Ref. 976066)

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Reviews

“Some great things, some not so great.”

“A beautiful house in a lovely little village.”

“A clean and comfortable cottage with a nice garden for when the weather is good.”

“The cleanliness was excellent, we felt very safe and comfortable.”

“We loved the cottage, it made a fantastic base for our family holiday!”

“We had a wonderful family holiday in this beautiful cottage in the charming, friendly village of Broadwindsor.”

“Lover Blackbird Cottage and Broadwindsor, usually go to Devon but the cottage we wanted to book wasn’t available so we chose to come here and wasn’t disappointed.”

“The cottage was excellent, except that on arrival it was very cold and damp inside and smelt fusty.”

“Cottage lovely and warm very cosy.”

“We enjoyed our stay and Blackbird Cottage was lovely.”

“We know that Helpful Holidays work to a very high standard so that is why the property met rather than exceeded expectations.”