Set in the heart of the quaint village of Burton Bradstock, this sweet thatched cottage is the perfect antidote to stressful lives. Just a half-mile walk from dog-friendly Hive Beach and cafe, two wonderful pubs and a superb restaurant and bar, you’re never short of local food and fun. Join the exquisite South West Coast Path in either direction from Hive Beach, and explore the Bride Valley’s delightful villages and churches and sublime scenery and wildlife. Charter a boat from beautiful West Bay in Bridport (3 miles), join a fossil walk and immerse yourself in Bridport’s vintage shops, markets and cool cafe culture. Inside the cottage, you’ll find a charming blend of relaxed rural elegance and chic contemporary comfort. After thrilling days of discovery along the Jurassic Coast, gather round the inglenook fireplace in the charismatic lounge, with its wide sofas, original flagstone floor and wonderful semi-exposed walls. Prepare sumptuous local seafood on the AGA in the spacious and characterful kitchen/diner amidst pretty tiles, deep-set windows, copper pans and original bricks and beams. Upstairs, soak in a steaming tub in the blissful seaside bathroom, before a nightcap and a sweet sleep in one of the three dreamy bedrooms, each with original features such as floorboards, a fireplace and exquisite views through nine-paned windows. Enjoy bright breakfasts and convivial feasts in the glorious walled garden with its suntraps and verdant bounties. Find more marvellous beaches at shingly Cogden (1.5 miles), picturesque Seatown below the Golden Cap (6.5 miles), St Gabriel’s Mouth (7.5 miles), charming Charmouth (9.5 miles) and the 17 idyllic miles of Chesil Beach (13 miles). Discover the unique wonders of Lyme Regis (13 miles), Seaton (21 miles) and red-cliffed Sidmouth (29 miles); seek ammonites on the beach, take a tram through rare bird marshes and enjoy Sidmouth’s Literary Festival, Folk Week and Regatta. Unforgettable memories await. House Rules Additional information and rules 1 dog allowed per booking - 3 bedrooms – 2 doubles and 1 twin - 1 bathroom with shower over bath and WC - AGA, electric oven and induction hob, fridge/freezer, microwave, Nespresso coffee machine (pods not provided), dishwasher and washer/dryer - DAB radio in the kitchen - Stairgate provided - Beach, 2 pubs, library, playground, Post Office and village shop selling local produce all within walking distance - Smart TV and DVD in the lounge and TV in 1 double bedroom - Selection of DVDs, books, games and children’s toys - Towels provided, please provide your own beach towels - Regret strictly no smoking, no BBQ’s, no candles due to the thatch - There is a well and a pond in the garden, both with locked grates over them - Parking for 1 car is usually available on the grass verge opposite the house, further roadside parking is nearby, subject to availability Host Terms & Conditions The Travel Chapter Limited, trading as “holidaycottages·co·uk”, acts as agent for the property owner. Therefore, when you make a booking the contract is between you and the owner. Please note our terms and conditions will also apply when you make a booking. These can be found in the footer of our website, holidaycottages·co·uk.