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Castleview Cottage

Isle of Purbeck, Dorset
Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Change Sat
Dogs allowed 2
4
star
Downstairs bedroom
Enclosed garden / patio
Open fire / wood burner
Internet access
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
Family friendly
Parking on site / nearby
Electric vehicle charging
Decorated for Christmas
Towels for hire
Travel cot available
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • Delightful period cottage sleeping six guests
  • Thoughtfully updated and maintained to provide comfortable accommodation with attractive period features
  • Large enclosed garden, offering a patio seating area, a summerhouse, and large lawns where family games can be played
  • Far-reaching views of the surrounding countryside and nearby Corfe Castle
  • Situated in the hilltop village of Kingston in rural Dorset, just five miles from Swanage and its sandy beaches
  • Excellent location on the Isle of Purbeck, ideal for exploring the stunning Jurassic Coast
Property code: IC027

This mid-terrace cottage, which has recently been refurbished enjoys a pleasant rural location just two miles south of Corfe castle on the Isle of Purbeck peninsula. The castle itself is one of the area’s most popular attractions, and is over one thousand years old, making it a fascinating place for a day trip. To the east of the property, meanwhile, just a short drive away, the seaside town of Swanage offers an impressive four miles of sandy beaches, ideal for sunbathing, paddling, and swimming, and even offers the chance to hire canoes and pedaloes, as well as traditional beach huts and boat trips. Some twelve miles west of the property, Lulworth Cove and the iconic arch of Durdle Door, provide a wonderful backdrop for enjoying coastal walks, whilst the village of Lulworth is home to numerous eateries, making it a pleasurable place to spend an afternoon.

This traditional cottage sits in the middle of an attractive terrace and offers thoughtfully presented accommodation for up to six guests. On arrival, guests will be able to see for themselves just how much care and attention has been put into creating a sympathetically updated holiday cottage, with a wealth of period features. For example, in the lounge, a large inglenook fireplace and exposed wooden beams provide an attractive place to sit back and relax on the sofas, whilst enjoying a favourite programme or film on the TV/DVD. A warming wood burner can be lit in the cooler months of the year lending the room a wonderfully cosy glow, whilst there is also a wood-fired bread oven. On entering the cottage you are in the spacious dining room that offers the ideal space to enjoy family meals, moving through to the kitchen, guests will find a well-equipped space offering everything they will need to make themselves at home including an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, and dishwasher, whilst there is also a washer/dryer. The first of the cottage’s three bedrooms, a twin room, can also be found on the ground floor. Taking the stairs to the first floor, guests will find the remaining two bedrooms, the first of which is the impressive master bedroom. This room offers a king-size bed, as well as a contemporary-style en-suite shower room with shower and WC. The third bedroom is a restful twin room (which can be made into a super-king upon request), close to which the main bathroom offers a shower over bath and WC.

To the rear of the property, there is a spacious, enclosed garden which consists of a raised patio seating area for which there is garden furniture provided, and offers far-reaching views over the surrounding countryside. Steps lead down from this area to the expansive lawn, which offers plenty of space to relax and play, as well as being home to a pretty summerhouse. There is dedicated parking for one car and off-road parking for a further three cars.  This property has access to an electric charging point.

  • 3 bedrooms - 1 king-size, 1 upstairs twin zip and link bed (can be made as super king bed on request at time of booking), and 1 downstairs twin
  • 1 bathroom and 1 en-suite shower room
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washer/dryer
  • Wood burner (first basket of logs included)
  • Off-road parking for 4 cars: 3 on new dedicated drive at bottom of garden, please take care when entering or leaving the parking area and 1 space near the house which has access to an electric car charging point
  • Access to an electric charging point available - (£30 per week payable to owner)
  • BBQ and outdoor games
  • Beach 4 miles, shops 2 miles and pub within walking distance
  • TV/DVD in lounge
  • Electric vehicle charging on site
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 17:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 2 dogs allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £250 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £30. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

Claire Tranter

This property joined our collection in 2018 and is managed by Claire.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 21 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Lindsay, 14th September 2024

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Fantastic location. The cottage was clean and beautifully renovated. Great place to take a dog.

Reviewed by Lee, 24th August 2024

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As a family of five and a dog we struggled for space, and to get 'cosy'. The beds could do with new mattresses. Existing are lumpy.... A small kitchen , that could be better equipped. We generally, cook a lot more 'at home', re: expense of three teenage boys, but felt it would be a bit too much of a struggle this time around. However, a great locatRead moreion, great views, and a great time had all around. The Scott Arms next door is great offering reasonably priced good food. Would recommend. Hide

Reviewed by Nicola, 22nd June 2024

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A lovely cottage in a beautiful location with fantastic views. There was an attractive garden and penty of parking for 3 cars. The village pub was right next door and provided great meals either inside or out. The cottage was very comfortable for 4 adults- would be a squeeze for six, particularly since the third bedroom had little in the way of stoRead morerage facilities for clothes etc. The 2 other bedrooms had plenty of space. The only issue was a few kitchen utensils left dirty by previous occupants Hide

Reviewed by Carolyn, 1st June 2024

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Beautiful location with views of Corfe castle + large enclosed back garden.Comfortable beds, nice showers. Warm and cosy. Reasonably comfy seating in lounge. Several uneven steps to access the property so not suitable for some mobility issues. Entrance to cottage cuts across back garden/door of neighbouring cottage, but neighbour understanding.No dRead moreownstairs toilet. Kitchen pretty small if 6 adults, would be fine for a family.Reserved parking for one/pub carpark nearby. Pub next door but quiet! Hide

Reviewed by Susan, 25th May 2024

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We thoroughly enjoyed our week in the beautiful Isle of Purbeck. Views from the cottage are stunning. The garden is large and offers plenty of room for children to play. The cottage is a great place to stay to explore the area.

Reviewed by Christopher, 11th May 2024

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This cottage is really only suitable for 4 adults and maybe one child otherwise a lovely cottage in a great setting

Reviewed by Daniel, 4th May 2024

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A beautiful cottage in an amazing location, however it is need of some upgrades, the main bed is very creaky & the mattress is lumpy, combined with the creaky bedroom floor its hard not to wake your partner through the night. The TV is in need of an upgrade & some better garden furniture & a garden parasol is a must. Although the garden states it iRead mores full enclosed it isn't really enclose, there is a 15 metre stretch that drops away into a ditch with a barbed wire fence that's open. Hide

Reviewed by Susan, 27th April 2024

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Clean, bright and well equipped. Comfy beds and sofas. Good showers. Wonderful spot really quiet with fabulous views down to Corfe. Access to the coastal path very close for walking and good footpaths I to Corfe. Studland and chain ferry close by.

Reviewed by Phil, 6th April 2024

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The best thing was the view. In most places with names like Castle View or Sea View, you might get a glimpse from an upstairs window, but this was a truly full-on, spectacular view of Corfe Castle set in the perfect relief of the Purbeck Hills and Poole Harbour.

Reviewed by Simon, 30th March 2024

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Very nicely appointed, comfortable and well equipped cottage in a fabulous location

Reviewed by Michael, 26th February 2024

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A warm and cosy cottage with good quality furniture and facilities. Great bedroom sizes and picturesque location. Well decorated and maintained throughout.

Reviewed by Ann, 16th February 2024

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Reviewed by Paul, 1st November 2023

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Cottage high standard but expensive. Very good location. Fantastic views and next to the pub. Lots of walks and cycling paths around.

Reviewed by Jennie, 21st October 2023

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Reviewed by Sandy, 30th September 2023

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Reviewed by Sheila, 16th September 2023

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Reviewed by Samantha, 29th July 2023

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Great location to explore Dorset. Stunning views and easy walk to Corfe Castle. Would have been nice to use garden more and have a bbq available. Cottage allows pets which we missed so not as clean as we'd have liked.

Reviewed by Harry, 8th July 2023

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Fantastic location with a lovely big garden and terrace, where we enjoyed meals/drinks outside. Comfortable beds and a small but comprehensively equipped kitchen. Spacious dining area and cozy living room. Convenient bus service to Corfe Castle, Swanage and nearby villages. The cottage is partly dog tolerant, not dog friendly - we have suggested toRead more the owners that dog restrictions, posted in the kitchen, are published in the property details and customers are aware of them prior to booking. Hide

Reviewed by Graham, 20th May 2023

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Reviewed by Richard, 5th May 2023

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A really good, comfortable and well equipped cottage and garden in a superb location for exploring Purbeck and with excellent wlks from the door.

Reviewed by Christopher, 1st April 2023

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Great location, amazing views

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