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Characterful thatched cottage with enclosed garden
Stroll to nearby Hive beach
Scenic walks along the South West Coast Path
Enjoy meals and drinks in the beach cafe
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The Old Butchers

Burton Bradstock, Dorset

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Sleeps 8
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 3
Change Fri
pets Dogs welcome 2
grade 4 star
Downstairs bathroom
Enclosed garden / patio
Internet access
Games / Play facilities
Pub nearby
Shop nearby
Beach within easy reach
Family friendly
Electric vehicle charging
Towels included
Travel cot available
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • Characterful thatched cottage dating back over 300 years, stylishly renovated whilst maintaining many of the beautiful original features
  • Spacious property  where you can enjoy al fresco dining on a warm summer’s evening in the south-facing garden
  • Perfect location for exploring the iconic Jurassic Coast and South West Coast Path
Overview
Property code: DC212

This beautifully renovated thatched cottage, set in the chocolate box village of Burton Bradstock, is the perfect rural retreat for large groups looking for a slice of peace and tranquillity.

Dating back over 300 years, this stunning thatched cottage provides a unique setting for large groups looking for an unforgettable rural retreat. Located in the picturesque village of Burton Bradstock, just over 0.5 miles from Hive Beach and 3 miles from the historic market town of Bridport, guests staying in this renovated property will have an abundance of activities to keep them occupied for days. Sleeping eight guests across four bedrooms, the property provides a wonderful space to enjoy a special family gathering in style.

This traditional cottage exudes bags of character and charm. As you enter through the thatched porch you will step down into a hallway which is perfect for storing your coats and shoes. The cosy snug area is the next room along; here you will discover a space that combines traditional stonework and rustic exposed beams with contemporary armchairs and a flame-effect gas wood burner - the perfect spot to relax and have a little time to yourself in the warmth and glow of the fire. Gather your friends and family together in the lounge area, featuring plush comfortable sofas, a traditional stone fireplace with flame-effect gas wood burner and a Smart TV. Here you will also find a glorious beamed kitchen decorated with cool tones and a dining area which overlooks the garden through the French doors. After your meal, you can all head to the games room, which has a snooker table, darts board and table tennis - ideal for adults and children alike! The first and second floor leads to the bedrooms which share a contemporary country-cottage style and the same soothing tones throughout. The large enclosed garden boasts ample seating for al fresco dining, pretty stone walls and a lawned space up some steps for children to run around.

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  • 4 bedrooms – on the first floor: 2 super-kings, 1 twin (with beds that can make a king-size bed upon request at time of booking); on the second floor: 1 twin 3 bathrooms – on the first floor: 1 bathroom with separate bath and shower, 1 en-suite shower room; on the ground-floor: 1 shower room
  • Range cooker, microwave, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, washing machine
  • 2 gas flame-effect wood burners
  • Smart TV in the lounge
  • Speaker system
  • Games room with a darts board, snooker table and table tennis
  • South-facing lawned garden and patio
  • Roadside parking for 2 cars outside the cottage (subject to availability)
  • 2 dogs welcome - dogs are not permitted upstairs, stairgates are available
  • Please note there is reduced headroom in the eaves of the second-floor twin bedroom
  • There are cottage-style steep stairs leading to the second-floor twin bedroom
  • Regret no BBQ due as it is a thatched property
  • Secure storage for bicycles in the games room
  • Shop and pub within 200 metres
  • Beach within 0.5 mile
  • Electric vehicle charging on site
  • Arrival: 16:00 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 £350 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £40. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

Put on your best walking boots and explore the Jurassic Coast and South West Coast. For something a little less arduous, you can spend the day at Hive Beach (a little over 0.5 miles from the cottage) taking in the impressive sandstone cliffs and fresh sea air. This is the perfect family spot for picnics on the beach and fossil hunting. Also nearby (3 miles), is the market town and fishing port of Bridport, famous for its rope making and beautiful listed buildings. The town has a reputation for excellent local food, so it is well worth a visit for a special family lunch or dinner. Palmers Thatched Brewery provides tours and tastings, should any of your group have a penchant for traditional ales and beer tasting.

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Belinda Withey

This property is personally managed by Belinda.

CUSTOMER REVIEWS

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 35 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Katie 3rd November 2023

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Fabulous cottage in a brilliant location

Reviewed by Julian 27th October 2023

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Lovely cottage in great location super comfy beds. Great for relaxing

Reviewed by Marcelle 1st September 2023

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The cottage and location were totally amazing. There was enough space for all. The en suite shower room was off the rails, so couldn't be used. The light above mirror, cord was missing so unable to see shaving, makeup. Plugs behind chest of draws could not be seem made it difficult to use hairdryer etc.

Reviewed by David 18th August 2023

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Staying at Butchers Cottage was a lovely experience for us, the charm of the property and the village having a very beneficial effect. The cottage had plenty of space to absorb the three generations of our party in comfort and when required privacy. The kitchen facilities are particularly good but there aren't any areas where the cottage falls shorRead moret. We'll likely return. Hide

Reviewed by Nick 11th August 2023

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Reviewed by Lesley 21st July 2023

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Large charming cottage with very comfortable beds and nice pillows & linens. We had 6 adults and did not use the upstairs twin room, which has a ladder that some adults may find difficult. Nice selection of games and big squishy sofas make it ideal for families. We had a great stay.

Reviewed by Sarah 30th June 2023

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Loved the house and was a joy to stay in.

Reviewed by Sp 23rd June 2023

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Lovely cottage, plenty of space, well-equipped and good, quiet location. Difficult to park if you have more than two cars - the neighbours complain when you park anywhere else!

Reviewed by Karen 16th June 2023

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Absolutely stunning cottage. Everything was catered for. Luxurious furnishings & the beds were so comfortable. Can't wait to visit again.

Reviewed by Miles 19th May 2023

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What a lovely cottage, everything was easy to use and it's location in the village is perfect and the great weather helped.

Reviewed by Andrew 5th May 2023

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Lovely property, well positioned for beach, village and touring around Dorset. Good facilities, comfortable and a very good family oriented cottage. Great garden and excellently enclosed for a small dog.

Reviewed by Roger 3rd March 2023

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Great location for the beach and for dog walks

Reviewed by Lisa 17th February 2023

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enjoyed the comfort and location of this place, really felt like home from home and such a great starting point to set off from visiting locations north and south of our stay, with lots nearby including the beach and shops. Despite the winter stay it was perfect and we would definitely stay again. Our dog loved it too!

Reviewed by Patrick 13th January 2023

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A great location for a family winter break. The Old Butchers was very comfortable with good facilities & tastefully decorated. The games room was an added bonus.

Reviewed by Lucy 29th December 2022

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The Old Butchers is absolutely gorgeous. Lovely rooms, great decor, the position in Burton Bradstock is perfect - easy walk to the beach, plus two pubs. We had a fab week with friends.

Reviewed by Andrew 22nd December 2022

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Excellent property in great location. Xmas goodies left for us was much appreciated.

Reviewed by John 4th November 2022

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we love Burton Bradstock and this cottage is perfect for us and 2 dogs. This was our second visit.

Reviewed by Lynne 1st November 2022

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We enjoyed our stay in this property which met all our needs. It is very well equipped and caters for all types of occupants, human and canine. Very well situated and we found the residents of Burton Bradstock very friendly. Would recommend this for family get togethers , ours was a belated Golden Wedding celebration.

Reviewed by Emma 16th September 2022

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We really enjoyed our stay at the cottage, it was in a great location in the village and really comfy and well equipped overall. A few tired-looking pieces of furniture around the place, but otherwise really nice. Would happily recommend.

Reviewed by Kevin 5th August 2022

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Reviewed by Matthew 29th July 2022

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Reviewed by Julia 17th June 2022

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We loved the house ( everything you need packed in a beautiful thatched cottage) and thank you for your help Alison when we had a few queries! Lovely setting and great places to eat too. And the most dog friendly cottage too

Reviewed by Nina 3rd June 2022

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Such a lovely cottage that comfortably slept 8 of us. Lovely little touch of complimentary tea, coffee and biscuits. It is perfectly located in a lovely little village, just a short walking distance from the beach. We absolutely loved the games room and would have loved to stay there longer!

Reviewed by Verity 27th May 2022

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Absolutely blown away by the Old Butchers , it had everything we needed and was done to a very high standard! Was in the perfect location being only a 10 min walk to the beach, park / local pub / shop. Stunning village and a great place to celebrate the Queens Jubilee with our family !!

Reviewed by Jim 20th May 2022

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Reviewed by Barry 13th May 2022

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We had a lovely family weekend break. Perfect cottage with everything you need and n a very peaceful location, you can even hear the sea waves :).

Reviewed by Victoria 6th May 2022

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The cottage is just incredible! So beautiful, such gorgeous surroundings and perfect for a lovely getaway. They have thought of everything you might need, and the little touches just made it. Cant wait to go back!

Reviewed by Kim 29th April 2022

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Absolutely fantastic property. Beautifully kept and decorated. We had a wonderful stay with family to celebrate several birthdays and everyone thoroughly enjoyed it. Lovely pub nearby with great food, and also a short walk to park and beach. Would highly recommend.

Reviewed by Richard 15th April 2022

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Reviewed by Alison 8th April 2022

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Reviewed by Sarah 18th March 2022

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A simply beautiful cottage in a very picturesque village. The cottage has everything you need and more! A lovely space for a group to stay. Hive beach is a 10 min walk away. The games room was lots of fun. We also made the most of the lovely cottage garden with outdoor seating. Thank you for a lovely stay, we will be returning!

Reviewed by Scott 11th March 2022

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We were two families, 4 kids and a dog! Beautiful property and the owners have very good taste in decor. Great location for exploring South West Dorset and would highly recommend. Walking distance to the beach and it was truly stunning when we visited.

Reviewed by John 18th February 2022

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The Old Butchers is a large and comfortable property, easily accommodating three couples (and a Irish Setter) for a week. The location is fantastic for accessing the Dorset Coast, and locally there are two excellent pubs, the Hive Beach Cafe and a shop, all in easy walking distance. The property was extremely well equipped, and we particularly enjoRead moreyed the games room with darts, table tennis and pool. Overall, a excellent holiday, and would definitely recommend. Hide

Reviewed by Lizzie 11th February 2022

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The Old Butchers was fantastic. It was incredibly clean and had everything we could possibly need. The games room was used A LOT by the boys and they were very thankful for the heater in there. The positioning of the cottage is ideal with two lovely pubs close by and a short stroll to the beach (The Hive Cafe was perfect for hot chocolates in the cRead moreold weather). We had the best time and look forward to hopefully staying again very soon. Hide

Reviewed by Irene 29th December 2021

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