Shepherd Oak

Rating
Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Pets Yes
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Property cleanliness

We’re working closely with our property owners to ensure each property is cleaned to the highest standard.

Cleaning is done before each new guest arrives at any of our cottages.

Features

Off road parking
Ground floor accommodation
Ground floor bedroom
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Mr Southworth
March 2020

“Great location with plenty to see and do within just half an hours drive.”

Check in/out process so simple. Grounds to the property are great and perfect for families with children needing some outdoor space. A few minor areas of wear and tear but nothing that you probably wouldn't expect. Will 100% return.

Check in/out process so simple. Grounds to the property are great and perfect for families with children needing some outdoor space. A few minor areas of wear and tear but nothing that you probably wouldn't expect. Will 100% return.
Mrs Dunster November 2019

“We started out holiday in the shepherd oak cottage, everything appeared clean and tidy, communication with the owner for key collection was great and all went well.”

Unfortunately on the second night we were disturbed by noise and in the morning found this was due to mice in the kitchen cupboards. There was a large amount of mice droppings, as we had a 1 year old with us, we contacted the owner and asked to be moved to another cottage. Within the hour we were in an adjacent cottage Bramshurst. Bramshurst was clean and tidy and perfectly adequate (no mice), however it was a less expensive cottage due to the architecture, windows and location of the property (being terraced and not semi detected, and having a view onto the other cottages, rather than open grass). The owner checked we were ok and everything was fine in the new cottage, however after checking out and requesting the difference in price to be refunded from Shepherds Oak to Bramshurst or any compensation for the move of property, this was rejected and a 10% discount offered if we booked directly with them next time, offered instead. We do not think this is acceptable and would like the difference in cottages price refunded at the least - if we had wanted to stay in the cheaper cottage we would have booked it and saved money.

Thank you for your feedback We appreciate you reporting the issue with the mouse. The cottage is in a countryside location where field mice live. We understood your concerns and moved you to a different property within the hour. This property is exactly the same as Shepherd Oak apart from the view. It’s really important to us that our Customers have a good holiday & if there are any problems we need this to be reported so we can take immediate action. Things can happen on holiday and as an owner it’s important that we listen and take action. We didn’t hear anything further from you during the holiday so had concluded that all was ok for you. As a gesture, we would like to offer you a 10% discount off a future stay with us. Sykes owner relations
Mrs Scowen July 2019

“Excellent accommodation.”

Very nice location. We would book it again when we go to Weymouth.
Mr Eves April 2019

“What a lovely location, we have a small well behaved dog and the positioning of this cottage was perfect for us.”

With a bubbling brook close by, scenic walks and beautiful open spaces our short stay was idyllic. Positioned a couple of miles from both Weymouth and Dorchester you have the opportunity of beach and town with the ability to retire to tranquility. Loved every minute of it, lovely property, we would stay here again and have already recommended to others.
Mr Zaman October 2018

“The property was excellent,location and building etc.”

However the upstairs vanity mirror light would not switch of , also the main lights when on were flickering, cooker hood one light inop and the filters need cleaning ( smells ) These points did not cause a problem, damage to the bed room wall down stairs, along with 5 glasses not sure if they should be 6 ?? Apart from that we will be booking this property for next year,it was in a superb location. One other point the contact from Skye’s all the way was excellent and a positive one.
Mr Bennetto May 2018

“What a lovely home a credit to the owners in a beautiful part of the country well worth a visit”
Mr Bedford April 2018

“Beautiful location in the countryside, but still just a short drive from the beaches and tourist attractions in Weymouth.”

This cottage has been very cleverly and thoughtfully put together for holiday-makers - with unique classic features such as the full height living area windows looking out over the fields, but also very well appointed modern luxuries (got to love hot water on demand when you've got four tired, sandy and/or muddy people at the end of a great day out).
Mrs Wade March 2018

“Arrived after the arrival time to find a gang of cleaners in the barn, a chap said that the previous occupants had trashed the place but give them half an hour to finish cleaning.”

We drove off to find somewhere to eat after our journey, we arrived back an hour or so later wondering what state the place would be in. It was fine just normal wear and tear but generally clean except that the fridge had been cleaned using a strong bleach which contaminated our food for three days, the extractor hood over the hob was dripping grease when the hob was in use and the kettle needed descaling of limescale. The barn was comfortable and well fitted out with good parking for the car.
Mr Munro March 2018

“The cottage is lovely and very comfortable, in a great location.”

No complaints at all but considering the considerable price we paid for a 2 night stay we were a little disappointed that the experience could have been more welcoming. We have booked through holidaycottages.co.uk on a number of occasions and feel that the attention to detail is better. For example, the dvd remote did not work. Also mirror light in ensuite. Holiday cottages tend to have a small welcome pack to save an immediate shopping trip (eg. Milk, bread, jam). Basics like kitchen roll, cooking oil. Only small things but these make a difference when booking in the future. Regarding the accommodation itself, the only aspect that could be improved is to be able to prevent the dog from going up to the bedroom area.
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North Manor Meadow Cottages

A cluster of five impressive, architect-designed cottages nestling in a semi-rural south Dorset location, within the valley of the River Wey, on the edge of the village of Upwey, just 3.5 miles north of Weymouth. These five wonderful holiday homes are grouped around an attractive shingled courtyard and are the perfect base for couples, families or friends who wish to enjoy all that Dorset has to offer. These superb cottages have been created to offer holiday accommodation of an exceptionally high standard, featuring vaulted ceilings and en-suite facilities, and great attention to detail has been made in the choice of furnishings and equipment in each one. Each cottage has its own private patio area, as well as use of attractive shared raised lawned areas that take you up shingle paths to a seating area. With such a variety of accommodation on offer, up to 24 people can enjoy the delights of this lovely location, situated so close to the family-friendly seaside resort of Weymouth with its golden sands, attractive harbour offering diving and fishing trips and all kinds of watersports. Locally, take a visit to nearby Portland with its rugged scenery and dramatic Chesil Beach, or venture inland to the attractive bustling market town of Dorchester, Thomas Hardy’s ‘Casterbridge’, where you will find a fine selection of shops and restaurants. In fact there’s so much to see and do, a week is hardly long enough! These luxurious cottages provide an excellent and convenient base from which to explore this stunning coastal area.

The property

This superb semi-detached cottage is one of five on-site and is located on the edge of the village of Upwey, near Weymouth.

This quality cottage has been constructed and furnished to a very high standard.

Once inside this luxury cottage you will find vaulted ceilings in the open plan living area, along with floor-to-ceiling windows.

Also on the ground floor is a zip/link king-size double bedroom and a bathroom, and on the first floor is a mezzanine bedroom with en-suite facilities.

Open the doors out to the patio to your own sitting area, where you can relax with a glass of your favourite tipple.

This beautiful cottage is an ideal touring base for couples, families and friends.

Note: This property can be booked with Refs: 932157, 932159, 932160 and 932161, together they sleep 24 people.

Summary

Mostly ground floor
Two bedrooms: 1 x first floor mezzanine double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x king-size double (zip/link, can be twin on request)
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area.
Gas central heating
Electric oven and ceramic hob, microwave, fridge, washer/dryer, dishwasher, 3 x Smart TVs with Freeview, WiFi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Travel cot and highchair on request
Off road parking for 1 car
Private patio with furniture, plus shared hillside garden with picnic benches
One well-behaved dog welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop and pub 10 mins walk
Beach 3.5 miles
Note: Dogs must be kept on a lead whilst outside, and nearby kennels available to rent by arrangement with owner
Note: Sloping ceiling in first floor bedroom.

About the location

UPWEY

Dorchester 5 miles; Weymouth 4 miles.

The picturesque village of Upwey lies just four miles north of Weymouth, nestling beneath the Dorset Ridgeway, and takes its name from the shallow chalk stream, the River Wey, which bubbles up here from an underground spring. Upwey is well-known for its Wishing Well, where George III once sought the benefits of the natural spring water. It is now a delightful tea room, serving lunches and traditional cream teas. There are a number of footpaths leading directly from the village to miles of unspoilt countryside, and close by is the market town of Dorchester, Thomas Hardy’s ’Casterbridge’. An easy drive or bus ride takes you to the popular seaside resort of Weymouth offering visitors glorious golden sandy beaches, excellent watersports facilities and a bustling harbour. An attractive village location and an ideal place to escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

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Shepherd Oak

Upwey near Weymouth, Dorset (Ref. 932158)

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Features

“Great location with plenty to see and do within just half an hours drive.”

“We started out holiday in the shepherd oak cottage, everything appeared clean and tidy, communication with the owner for key collection was great and all went well.”

“Excellent accommodation.”

“What a lovely location, we have a small well behaved dog and the positioning of this cottage was perfect for us.”

“The property was excellent,location and building etc.”

“What a lovely home a credit to the owners in a beautiful part of the country well worth a visit”

“Beautiful location in the countryside, but still just a short drive from the beaches and tourist attractions in Weymouth.”

“Arrived after the arrival time to find a gang of cleaners in the barn, a chap said that the previous occupants had trashed the place but give them half an hour to finish cleaning.”

“The cottage is lovely and very comfortable, in a great location.”

North Manor Meadow Cottages

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About the location

UPWEY

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Features

“Great location with plenty to see and do within just half an hours drive.”

“We started out holiday in the shepherd oak cottage, everything appeared clean and tidy, communication with the owner for key collection was great and all went well.”

“Excellent accommodation.”

“What a lovely location, we have a small well behaved dog and the positioning of this cottage was perfect for us.”

“The property was excellent,location and building etc.”

“What a lovely home a credit to the owners in a beautiful part of the country well worth a visit”

“Beautiful location in the countryside, but still just a short drive from the beaches and tourist attractions in Weymouth.”

“Arrived after the arrival time to find a gang of cleaners in the barn, a chap said that the previous occupants had trashed the place but give them half an hour to finish cleaning.”

“The cottage is lovely and very comfortable, in a great location.”

North Manor Meadow Cottages

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UPWEY

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