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Rainbow Cottage

Litton Cheney, Dorset

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Sleeps 8
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 2
Change Sat
pets Dogs welcome 3
grade 4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • Delightful rural thatched property with countryside walks straight from the door
  • The charming garden is perfect for relaxing in the sun
  • Further comforting rooms include the sunroom and the cosy triple-aspect living room with an open fire

Property code: OC-WY444

Located in Litton Cheney in Dorset, this pretty four-bedroom thatched cottage, which is surrounded by countryside yet close to village amenities and the coast, is the perfect holiday retreat for families both young and old. Litton Cheney lies within the Bride Valley and offers plenty of walking, running, and cycling trails. Dorchester is 9 miles from the property and is a vibrant town with plenty of museums, shops, and historical attractions. For a fun family day out, head 7 miles to Bridport and the dramatic cliffs of the Jurassic Coast at West Bay. Here, you can hunt for fossils, splash in the sea or explore the coastline from a boat.

On the ground floor, the lounge is spacious and comfortable. Furnished with floral sofas, heavy drapes, and an open fireplace, it’s the perfect place to unwind with a good book or a film on the TV. Off from the lounge, a cottage-style kitchen is perfectly equipped for preparing gourmet meals that can then be served at the elegant dining table seating eight. There’s also a piano, so you can practise your musical skills or step into the sunroom for a snooze. But when the sun is shining, you’ll want to open the French doors in the sunroom and let the fresh country air breeze in. From the ground floor, stairs sweep up to the first floor where the four bedrooms are located. Featuring a queen-size bed, a double, and two twins, the rooms are all light and airy with soothing pastel tones and glorious countryside views. There’s an en-suite bathroom in the queen-size bedroom and a separate family bathroom on this floor.

Outside, the lush garden is a serene space with its manicured lawn and mature shrubs. Relax on the garden furniture and listen to the trees rustling in the breeze while gazing at the far-reaching views. Tranquil and private, the garden is the perfect spot to enjoy sunset views and al fresco dining under the stars.

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  • 4 bedrooms - 1 queen-size bed, 1 double, 2 twins
  • 2 bathrooms - 1 en-suite with shower and WC, 1 with shower over bath and WC, 1 separate WC
  • AGA cooker, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, microwave
  • Utility room with washing machine/dryer
  • Welcome pack
  • Cot, high chair, and stair gate available
  • Open fireplace
  • TV, DVD, CD
  • Please bring your own beach towels
  • Enclosed fenced garden
  • Private parking for 2 cars
  • Shop 5 miles, pub 800 metres, beach 3 miles
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 3 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

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CUSTOMER REVIEWS

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 9 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Mary 6th January 2024

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Warm, comfortable and child friendly. Well situated particularly for the coast, pub and a lot of things to do.

Reviewed by Robin 5th November 2023

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Reviewed by Karen 2nd October 2023

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Beautiful and very spacious cottage, well equipped and comfortable. Can recommend the White Horse for delicious food, which is reasonably priced. Surrounding countryside is picturesque, especially the views across the Fleet. Owner was welcoming and helpful.

Reviewed by Michael 19th September 2023

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We absolutely loved our stay at Rainbow Cottage. It's a very comfortable and homely yet spacious cottage. The rooms are a good size and are well furnished. The kitchen is well equipped but you will need to get to grips with using an Aga. I cooked everyday and soon got the hang of it. There are plenty of books, DVDs, CDs and board games should you nRead moreeed to be entertained during the unpredictable English weather. The location is idyllic and very quiet apart from the local roosters who see it as their duty to wake you at dawn, but we soon got used to them. We would happily return. Hide

Reviewed by A. 6th June 2023

The host/owner of Rainbow Cottage (Caroline) was absolutely lovely. From the booking date, accommodating us for last minute changes of plan and then all the useful information, I would recommend the property for that level of service alone! The lovely thatched roof cottage had everything you needed for a week away and all in good and clean conditiRead moreon. Beds were comfortable, showers were very powerful and the garden surrounding the house was a great place to relax at the end of the day. Litton Cheney village is very quaint with a lovely fresh water spring running through it (although maybe not so fresh when our springer spaniel jumped in it everyday!). The local pub (White Horse) was really good too - live band on a Sunday afternoon, good food and great staff. Highly recommend for exploring Dorset. Hide

Reviewed by Keith 5th June 2023

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Reviewed by Jane 20th May 2023

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Very well equipped and accurate write up. Cleanliness good, just very warm due to the Aga. Squeaky doors, oiled by my husband. Shame we couldn't use the front door, as we kept dogs in the utility room.

Reviewed by Stephen 16th October 2022

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Really excellent cottage in a great location. Very welcoming and well equipped. Main bedroom mattress could perhaps do with being replaced, but other than that, all great.

Reviewed by Stephen 3rd October 2022

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We have had the most wonderful holiday in Rainbow Cottage. It was clean, warm and inviting, with a great garden for the dogs to potter around in. It is in the middle of Weymouth of Lyme Regis, so we were able to do it all. The nearest shops are most likely in Bridport, but there is also a couple of petrol stations nearby too. Not to mention ModburyRead more Farm shop. Would also recommend the White Horse Inn pub, best food we've ever had, and the locals were so friendly. We will most definitely be back. Will just say, in the description on Original Cottages it says there is a queen-sized bed in the room with the en-suite. It is in fact a double bed, we believe the queen-sized bed is in the other room. Hide

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