The Old Smithy

An attractive, semi-detached, former farmer's cottage set in a rural location, close to the tiny West Dorset hamlet of Dottery, in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. With stunning countryside views across the neighbouring fields, The Old Smithy has been renovated and equipped to a good standard, offering warm and welcoming accommodation for small groups seeking the sights of this stunning area. The cottage features a wonderful woodburning stove in the comfy sitting room, together with a galley kitchen, a separate dining room, two good-sized bedrooms and two family bathrooms which offer plenty of space for your whole group. Enjoy refreshments outside whilst taking in the charming country views, or take a stroll or cycle along one of the numerous local byways. This pretty cottage provides visitors with a perfect base for exploring West Dorset, with its picture postcard thatched cottage villages and stunning coastal seascapes. A short drive will take you to the bustling market town of Bridport, featured in the River Cottage TV series, and no trip to this area is complete without visiting the scenic harbourside village of West Bay, TV’s Broadchurch, a great place to try sea fishing. Alternatively, take a trip to the historic seaside resort of Lyme Regis, or Weymouth, both easily accessible from this wonderful Dottery cottage. An idyllic West Dorset country retreat, perfect all year round.

Attractive, semi-detached country cottage situated close to the rural West Dorset hamlet of Dottery. Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Well-equipped with woodburning stove, WiFi. Country views. Bridport 1.5 miles.

Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size double with Freeview TV, 1 x twin. First Floor bathroom with shower, basin and WC. Ground Floor bathroom with shower, basin and WC. Fully modernised galley Kitchen with electric fan oven and hob, microwave, toaster, washing machine, tumble dryer, fridge/freezer and slimline dishwasher. HomeBoost Water pump. Dining room. Sitting room with woodburning stove.

Electric combi boiler for hot water and central heating with woodburning stove. Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, TV with Freeview and DVD, CD/radio, WiFi, selection of books and games. Fuel, power and starter pack for stove inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Off road parking for 2 cars. Front enclosed garden. One well-behaved dog welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shop and pub 1.5 miles. Note: There are three steps up from the sitting room to the kitchen and ground floor bathroom, there are a further three stairs from the landing to the first floor bathroom. Please note: The rural road location of The Old Smithy may experience some tractor traffic during busy farming periods. Please note: Minimum stay of 4 nights and changeover day is on a Saturday