Pets welcome Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
The Bothy (1 bedroom, sleeps 3 + cot) Originally an old coach house, the Bothy is comfortable, spacious and full of character. Very well equipped. There is a good selection of books and games for adults and children. We provide guides and an OS map.
The kitchen/diner is well equipped with an electic oven with 4 hot plates, washing machine, mircowave, slow cooker, kettle, toaster and cafetiere. There is a shared use of tumble dryer.
The living room has an exposed stone wall and beams. It is a good size and has sofa, TV with freeview, DVD player, and radio/tape/CD player.
Stairs lead from the kitchen to the vaulted large bedroom with ensuite bathroom.
There is a 6ft bed,(Which can be made into 2 single beds if required), and a further 3ft single bed. A cot can be provided if required. There is room to sleep another child on a matress on the floor if required.
The bathroom has a walk in shower newly installed a separate bath, toilet and basin.
Garden funiture and a BBQ are provided in the large, mature garden, providing privacy if required.
Electricity, heating, linen, duvets included. Heating is by way of indipendently controlled central heating ie radiators Parking for one car. off road and private.
Well behaved dogs welcome (£10 supplement per dog).
The Bothy Living room
The Bothy bedroom, super-king size bed
The Bothy Living room
The Bothy
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The West Country / Dorset region
In May 2007 the Daily Telegraph said ' To find countryside half as good as this you would have to travel at least as far as the Dordogne'
The West country and in particular Dorset is one of the most popular holiday destination in the UK. It enjoys warm summers and traditationaly mild winters. This is one of the warmest areas of the UK. Dorset is charicterised by rolling hills, winding valleys, and beautiful villages. The area abounds in historic monuments and beautiful scenery. The Jurasic coast is the only natural world heritage site in England and offers fanstanic scenery and lovely beachs. The area is a walkers paridise and provides many oppitunites for families and children. The wonderful Jurassic coast is very near offering opportunities for fishing, crabbing, fossil hunting, swiming and a host of attractions at places like Lyme Regis. Lyme Regis is a wonderful town on the coast in a fantastic setting providing safe bathing and a host of opportunities for families.
Broadwindsor area
Broadwindosr is a friendly consvervation village, in an area of outstanding natural beauty, with excellent walking. There are many delightful historic villages nearby. Broadwindsor is a popular, historic village, which has a pub, shop, and a reowned Craft centre, which also has a restaurant. The public house is much enjoyed by visitors for its friendly atmosphere and excellent food. From the cottage there are meny delightful walks along well marked footpaths is fantastic countryside. From the cottage there are great walks up Lewisden Hill, owned by the Nation Trust, the heighest hill in Dorset. From the summit are wonderful views. Also in walking distance is Pilsden Pen an ancient hill fort again from the summit are spectacular views. Beaminster a small historic market town is 3 miles away it has a wonderful square and church. It has several cafes and restaurants and provisions can be got from here. Bridport a thriving arty town is some 6 miles away. It has all the facilities of a small town including a cinema, art centre and a famous street market on Wednesdays and Fridays. This is a lively interesting place to visit with a fasinating history.
How to get there
Contact the owner for further details on the best way to reach this property.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Exeter
Railway:
Maiden Newton
Ferry:
Southhapton
Activities near Broadwindsor
Sports: Tennis in town Horse Riding Golf within 30 mins drive Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Beach or lakeside relaxation Cycling holidays
Single beds (1), Double beds (1), Cots (1), Dining seating for 4, Lounge seating for 1, Sleeps maximum of 3
Other:
Please check with with the owner regarding linen and towels.
Outdoors:
Shared garden, Private garden, BBQ, Trampoline
Access:
Parking space
Further details indoors: Attached to the house is a 2 acre field that can be used by guests including dog walking [ providing sheep are not in the field ] There is large garden which can be enjoyed by guests with a private sitting area with table and chairs. There is also a BBQ. There is a good selection of play equipment for children including a tramploine and a sand pit. Our children are very good at sharing there toys. The garden is boardered by a stream there are lovely views over the village and in the other direction to Lewisden Hill the tallest hill in Dorset. The garden has good bird life.
Further details outdoors: There are two lovely pigmy goats that are very friendly and can be fed. There are also two guinea pigs and a rabbit. New for the spring and Easter feed the orphan lambs great fot kids and adults.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
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4 Jan 08
15 Feb 08
255£ 255
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15 Feb 08
22 Feb 08
310£ 310
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early spring
22 Feb 08
21 Mar 08
220£ 220
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easter
21 Mar 08
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320£ 320
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spring
4 Apr 08
23 May 08
275£ 275
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spring half term
23 May 08
30 May 08
360£ 360
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early summer
30 May 08
4 Jul 08
355£ 355
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summer
4 Jul 08
18 Jul 08
420£ 420
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school holidays
18 Jul 08
29 Aug 08
430£ 430
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late summer
29 Aug 08
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370£ 370
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early autumn
19 Sep 08
17 Oct 08
270£ 270
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autumn half term
17 Oct 08
25 Oct 08
310£ 310
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late autumn
25 Oct 08
21 Dec 08
210£ 210
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Christmas
21 Dec 08
29 Dec 08
430£ 430
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New Year
29 Dec 08
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430£ 430
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.
Guestbook
Aug 07 * We've had a blissful escape, everything was perfect from the swallows to the huge comfy bed. This is the best holiday home ever and our hosts so helpful, we will be back July 07 * Fantastic location, superb cottage, this is really was the perfect holiday, thank you. Aug 2006 "We just loved it the Bothy and Dorset. See you next year" Sept 07 Good quality holiday, very comfortable cottage, we've been here a few times in the years gone by and will be here again. Sept 07
* Thank you David and Elaine for another lovely holiday see you next year. Sept 07
* We enjoyed your peaceful, well equipped cottage. Lovely location for exploring West Dorset, South Somerset, East Devon. Oct 07
* Cosy cottage, too much to see and do, we will have to come back. Amenities were great. Oct 07
* Very relaxing and very cosy thoroughly enjoyable stay. Lovely walks around some beautiful countryside. Oct 07
* Lovely little cottage, great local pub, very friendly indeed! * We had a lovely weekend, great cottage, warm, spotless and comfortable. Excellent hosts, a highlight was to see the lambs. Feb 08.
*Completely perfect, thank you. Feb 08.
*We have had a lovely time here in the Bothy; we can honestly say that this is the best holiday cottage we have stayed in. Thank you Elaine and David for making our too short stay so happy. Best bits; the walk from Lyme to Uplyme; Beer; Ham Hill, Bridport; beer at The White Lion; comfy bed; shower and the many many creature comforts. April 08
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