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Little Thatch - Beaminster

Beaminster, Dorset
Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
Dogs allowed 2
4
star
Downstairs bathroom
Enclosed garden / patio
Open fire / wood burner
Pub nearby
Shop nearby
Romantic
Thatched
Parking on site / nearby
Decorated for Christmas
Towels included
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At a glance

  • Charming thatched 18th century cottage full of character and with extensive countryside views
  • Located in a tranquil setting on the edge of a small town yet walking distance to local amenities 
  • Relax in the enclosed garden or enjoy meals in the conservatory which overlooks the cottage garden
Property code: DC099

This chocolate-box thatched cottage dates from the 18th century is furnished to a high standard and is packed full of original features and outstanding character.

Located in the little town of Beaminster on a rural road facing fields, this semi-detached 18th-century thatched property is ideally positioned for access to the local amenities, shops and pubs and is surrounded by spectacular views of the extensive countryside. In the local area, there are a number of tourist attractions to visit. Beaminster Museum is an accredited local history museum open from April to November with a selection of historical exhibitions about the village and the local area as well as some more obscure displays. Down the road (2 miles) is Mapperton House, which is a beautiful 16th-century manor house with gorgeous gardens full of plants and flowers – a must see for any nature or architecture lover.

The stone cottage is accessed up two steps into the porch where there is space to store your coats and boots after a day’s walking or exploring. The porch leads into the beautiful double aspect living room which has oak flooring in keeping with the property’s age, cosy wood burner, window seats to appreciate the views, Smart TV, Bluetooth sound system and a selection of games and puzzles for entertainment indoors. The spacious and bright kitchen has a traditional Belfast sink, beech worktops, an iPod dock and all the modern conveniences needed for preparing and cooking a family meal. There is a breakfast table for kitchen dining and a tiled floor which extends into the conservatory/dining room. There are glazed French doors out into the garden. Downstairs there is also the family bathroom with a shower over the bath, sink and WC. On ascending the stairs, which are steep and winding with narrow treads, you will find the two bedrooms, a king-size double and a twin, with fantastic views over the surrounding hills, both with window seats. The bedrooms are in the eaves of the property and have exposed beams, a classic period feature. The cottage benefits from underfloor heating in the bathroom and electric heaters throughout the main house to keep you extra cosy on colder nights.

The outside space at this cottage is just as stunning as the inside of the property. The front has a low retaining stone wall decorated with a variety of shrubs and flowers. A side path and six steps lead you to the rear garden. The enclosed garden features a lovely lawn with flower borders and shrubbery, head down the winding gravelled path and you will be able to access the terrace and pergola area, ideal for eating out and enjoying the sunshine. There is off road parking to the rear of the property which can be accessed through a gate at the end of the garden and there is additional parking on the village lane to the front.

  • 2 bedrooms – 1 king-size and 1 twin
  • 1 bathroom with shower over the bath and a WC on the ground floor
  • Electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, microwave, Nespresso coffee pod machine, washing machine and dishwasher
  • Electric panel radiators throughout main house and underfloor heating in bathroom
  • Wood burner (first basket of logs included October - April; kindling and firelighters not included)
  • Wi-Fi included
  • Smart TV and Bluetooth sound system
  • Selection of books, DVDs, games and puzzles in lounge
  • Off-road parking to the rear of the property with additional parking on the village lane in front
  • Staircase is steep and winding with narrow treads, children to take care, stairgate available
  • Guests are welcome to take their own travel cot and highchair for infants
  • Enclosed garden with seating
  • Stand for small disposable BBQs (BBQs not supplied) only due to thatch roof
  • Local pub and shops 0.3 miles
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 15:00 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 £200 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £25. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

Belinda Withey

This property joined our collection in 2019 and is managed by Belinda.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 27 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Sarah, 13th September 2024

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Reviewed by Ann-maria, 30th August 2024

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It's a lovely cosy cottage,really well equipped and very clean

Reviewed by Julie, 23rd August 2024

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Lovely cosy cottage, well-equipped and in a good location. We really enjoyed the conservatory.

Reviewed by Catherine, 5th July 2024

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Comfortable cottage & well equipped we enjoyed our stay. Only downside was it was quite noisy from the traffic which you didnt expect on such a small road. Field across the road with public footpaths for dog walking. Lovely town and both pubs were great for both food & drink & only a 10 minute walk into the town. Overall a lovely stay

Reviewed by Margaret, 14th June 2024

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Well equipped, clean and comfortable cottage. Location very convenient for shops, restaurants and pubs in Beaminster which can be reached on foot in 10 minutes. Good walks can be done from the door. Garden disappointing as rather overgrown. The cottage was fine for 2 of us, but would be a squeeze for 4 adults.

Reviewed by S J, 3rd May 2024

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Reviewed by Nigel, 1st March 2024

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Littlethatch is a delightful place to stay. It is comfortable, cosy, well and generously equipped, with Westerly views across fields to distant hills and with a private and enclosed, pretty back garden. The table in the kitchen was fine for the two of us but for four, I think the table in the conservatory would be more comfortable. We struggled witRead moreh the dish washer. Parking the car, we used the parking space at the rear in preference to the one in the lane which left the car slightly exposed. Hide

Reviewed by Paul, 27th October 2023

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Reviewed by Anthony, 6th October 2023

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We had a great holiday, very restful, nice cottage - we will try and rebook another holiday there at some stage. The owners have put a lot of thought into what customers want, and everything provided is to a high specification - thanks for our great time. The welcome biscuits were nice ( I am ashamed to say that I ate most of them within the first Read more10 minutes of making a cup of tea) Hide

Reviewed by David, 29th September 2023

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Reviewed by jeremy, 8th September 2023

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just perfect

Reviewed by Jacky, 1st September 2023

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Lovely cottage with a good enclosed garden, 10min walk into the village with 2 good friendly pubs serving good food. Nice little village to walk round.

Reviewed by Dan, 18th August 2023

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Nice cottage on the edge of Beaminster. Somewhat tired but comfortable. Under provisioned compared to many other places. It felt a bit neglected.

Reviewed by Christine, 28th July 2023

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A lovely cottage, very well equipped and all good quality. Well positioned for trips to the coast. We would definitely stay again

Reviewed by Gillian, 14th July 2023

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We enjoyed our stay. The cottage is close to the shops. Great views across the fields and a really nice area for walking/cycling. Plenty of places to eat nearby. The big letdown for us was the lack of cleanliness of the cottage and we found broken glass on the kitchen floor.

Reviewed by Anthony, 23rd June 2023

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A charming cottage, in need of a good clean and some T.L.C.

Reviewed by Terry J, 21st May 2023

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Clean, comfortable,and cosy good parking safe and secure garden for anyone who are taking their dogs

Reviewed by Sally-Anne, 12th May 2023

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We found the cottage very comfortable, everything you needed for self catering. We have 2 dogs, the garden is secure and there are open fields opposite the cottage to walk them. Beautiful views from the cottage. The bathroom is downstairs, which wasn't a problem to us, but if you have mobility problems it could be an issue. The area is beautiful toRead more explore. We found the pubs very dog friendly. Hide

Reviewed by Irene, 14th April 2023

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Reviewed by Barry, 24th March 2023

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Reviewed by Ian, 3rd March 2023

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Lovely cottage, very warm and cosy. The only downsides are the very steep and twisty stair case, not ideal for elderly or very young and the bathroom is a bit of a trek if you need to use it during the night, otherwise very nice little cottage in a lovely village with some nice shops and pubs.

Reviewed by Abigail, 2nd December 2022

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Lovely cottage in convenient pretty location. Very quiet. Beds comfortable and so was the sofa. Lovely view over the fields and so quiet. Thanks for welcome pack. Think you would be hard pushed to find a cottage as good as this in beaminster. Would return and recommend.

Reviewed by Claire, 27th November 2022

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Thoroughly enjoyed our stay in the cottage and loved Beaminster! Everything close at hand including great shops, restaurants and places to explore. Many thanks

Reviewed by Lisa, 11th November 2022

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A super cottage in a lovely location within easy walking distance of the town. All amenities available in the town. The cottage was very well appointed and the garden is dog friendly! We particularly enjoyed walking and exploring the beaches near by.

Reviewed by Alwyn, 5th November 2022

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Clean, tidy and very cosy. Loved it. Dog safe garden too :-)

Reviewed by Linda, 28th October 2022

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This lovely cottage is full of charm and very well equipped. It's situated in a beautiful location just a short stroll from pubs restaurants and shops including a very useful Co-op with good opening hours. As dog owners, the walks in surrounding countryside were fantastic even though we picked a very wet week to visit so we look forward to visitingRead more again in sunnier times. Hide

Reviewed by Jeffrey, 25th October 2022

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