Cottage in West Dorset District
3 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath
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About this cottage rental
A perfect holiday destination for those wanting to discover Devon and Dorset. Explore Lyme Regis and the Cobb famed in The French Lieutenant’s Woman novel.. 3 steps to entrance.
All on the Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: Freeview TV
Kitchen: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge
Conservatory: Patio Doors Leading To Garden.
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: Single (3ft) Bed
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet. Economy 7 heating by meter reading. Bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Use of washing machine available on request. Enclosed garden with patio and garden furniture. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. 1 large or 2 small dogs welcome.. This semi-detached, single storey stone barn conversion, one of two on site, is situated on the outskirts of the peaceful, West Dorset rural hamlet of Bettiscombe, on the edge of the Marshwood Vale and Marshwood Manor Wedding Venue, near Bridport. Set solely over the ground floor, this cottage offers couples or a small family groups a cosy holiday base, perfect for exploring West Dorset.
Cowdea 2 offers two comfortable bedrooms and a shower room, there is also a well-equipped kitchen where you can prepare hearty meals! Lovely views stretch across the neighbouring farmland from the comfortable furnished sitting room featuring an electric fire, a dining area, and a glazed door leading into the conservatory a lovely place to sit and take in the rural outlook. The enclosed garden is ideal for both children and pets and with patio and garden furniture it offers a comfortable place to relax and plan you day’s excursions across West Dorset.
The local area offers wonderful walks, and the views from nearby Pilsdon Pen, one of Dorset’s highest point, are spectacular and only a short distance away. Alternatively, the thriving market town of Bridport is close by, with the pretty harbour of West Bay, the setting of TV’s Broadchurch, and the picturesque seaside resort of Lyme Regis, both easily accessible. The property is also ideally based close to Marshal Meadows, a popular wedding venue, making Cowdea ideal for those wanting to be close to the site! Shop 2.5 miles, pub and restaurant 1 mile.
Free WiFi
Only dogs allowed at the property.
Suitable for up to 1 pet
All on the Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: Freeview TV
Kitchen: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge
Conservatory: Patio Doors Leading To Garden.
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: Single (3ft) Bed
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet. Economy 7 heating by meter reading. Bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Use of washing machine available on request. Enclosed garden with patio and garden furniture. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. 1 large or 2 small dogs welcome.. This semi-detached, single storey stone barn conversion, one of two on site, is situated on the outskirts of the peaceful, West Dorset rural hamlet of Bettiscombe, on the edge of the Marshwood Vale and Marshwood Manor Wedding Venue, near Bridport. Set solely over the ground floor, this cottage offers couples or a small family groups a cosy holiday base, perfect for exploring West Dorset.
Cowdea 2 offers two comfortable bedrooms and a shower room, there is also a well-equipped kitchen where you can prepare hearty meals! Lovely views stretch across the neighbouring farmland from the comfortable furnished sitting room featuring an electric fire, a dining area, and a glazed door leading into the conservatory a lovely place to sit and take in the rural outlook. The enclosed garden is ideal for both children and pets and with patio and garden furniture it offers a comfortable place to relax and plan you day’s excursions across West Dorset.
The local area offers wonderful walks, and the views from nearby Pilsdon Pen, one of Dorset’s highest point, are spectacular and only a short distance away. Alternatively, the thriving market town of Bridport is close by, with the pretty harbour of West Bay, the setting of TV’s Broadchurch, and the picturesque seaside resort of Lyme Regis, both easily accessible. The property is also ideally based close to Marshal Meadows, a popular wedding venue, making Cowdea ideal for those wanting to be close to the site! Shop 2.5 miles, pub and restaurant 1 mile.
Free WiFi
Only dogs allowed at the property.
Suitable for up to 1 pet
Amenities at A perfect holiday destination for those wanting to discover Devon and Dorset.
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Family friendly
Map of West Dorset District
Ratings and reviews
8 / 10Excellent·Oct 2025
Located in a rural setting which was lovely for peace and quiet. Has a beautiful view, which you can enjoy sitting in the conservatory. Nights are nice and dark - no light pollution - great for star gazing. It was ideal for my dog, with your own enclosed garden plot, plus you have use of a grassed field to walk your dog. The only negatives are that the shower water doesn’t drain quick enough and the tray starts to fill up; so you’re showering constantly keeping an eye on the water as to not overflow, also the bathroom tap could do with replacing as it sprays water directly at you. Saying this though, it didn’t spoil my visit and I would stay again.
8 / 10Excellent·Sep 2023
We spent a week at Cowdea. Valerie is a lovely host and it was a pleasure to meet her.
We had a lovely stay with all the apple trees fruiting and nosing at the hedgerow berries. The weather was lovely and we took advantage of the enclosed garden which was perfectly safe for the dog. We enjoyed eating and relaxing in the garden. (Maybe a small bird feeder would be a nice addition to the garden. So that we could see the small birds).
We always do a small online shop to be delivered shortly after our check in. We would recommend this as there isn’t a local (walkable) shop near by. (After a long journey, a small welcome pack of tea/coffee and some milk would have been greatly appreciated). The kitchen is nicely equipped with the basics for holiday cooking.
We walked to Shave Cross inn for their Wednesday quiz night (first Wednesday of the month). It was also curry night. The quiz was good fun and the dessert was deliciously homemade (rhubarb, apple and blackberry crumble).
This property is a nice base for exploring west Dorset.
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"Located in a rural setting which was lovely for peace and quiet. Has a beautiful view, which you can enjoy sitting in the conservatory. Nights are nice and dark - no light pollution - great for star g..."
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