Budmouth | Upwey | Elwell | Dorset And Somerset | Self Catering Holiday Cottage

4.7★

4 Guests
2 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Pets Yes
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Features

Ground floor accommodation
Ground floor bedroom
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing

Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

35 Customer Review(s)

Robert
September 2024

“Lovely accommodation very private but handy for local transport.”

Everything you need fir a great holiday

Everything you need fir a great holiday

- Robert, September 2024

Thank you for your feedback, We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay in Budmouth. Property Owner
Alan March 2024

“Lovely property, great location.”

Cleaning could have been a little better, found several dead wood lice under bedside table in downstairs bedroom. Would happily stay and recommend to others

- Alan, March 2024
Clive and Sharon March 2024

“Very light airy space.”

All clean and tidy on arrival. Facilities ok, we felt the kitchen could do with a few more pieces of equipment ie serving dishes, jugs, and a butter dish. Excellent showers. Beds comfortable. Plenty of parking.

- Clive and Sharon, March 2024

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave your feedback. We are so pleased you had a comfortable stay in Budmouth Cottage. We have taken on your points regarding the kitchen equipment and since done a full inventory for future guests. Many thanks and we hope to see you again at North Manor Meadow Cottages. Property Owner
Debbie April 2023

“We stayed in Budmouth this time, we usually stay in one of the larger ones.”

Manor Farm cottages never fail us, lovely clean and comfortable. Everything you need was provided, good information pack. The beds are very comfortable. These cottages are in an ideal rural village setting, plenty of lovely walks and not far from the beach at Weymouth. We love staying at Manor farm and would highly recommend it

- Debbie, April 2023
Stephen March 2023

“The property and location were perfect, just as advertised and very comfortable.”

Would definitely recommend to others and we will book again as a good location to explore the area. Very dog friendly and lots of public footpaths to walk from the accommodation.

- Stephen, March 2023
Michael October 2022

“Lovely contemporary accommodation with all modern home comforts and comfy beds.”

...plus 2 bathrooms. Ideal location ( with car) for Dorchester and Weymouth. And nearby footpaths for country walks. We really enjoyed our short stay and will probably return.

- Michael, October 2022
Dan August 2022

“The property has super potential and is in a great location for visiting the local area and all it has to offer.”

The standard of the equipment provided left a little bit to be desired. No colander in the kitchen, and an airer of some description would have been handy. Our main issue however was with the cleanliness of the property. On arrival we noticed that the bedding in the double bed was filthy, with dirt all over the duvet cover. To their credit, the staff and cleaning team went out of their way to deal with this, but this just shouldn’t happen. As the week went on it became clearer and clearer that the property had just not been cleaned thoroughly either between stays or in terms of longer term cleanliness and house keeping. The standard was just not acceptable. When you are paying the kind of money that Sykes charge, and the mark up for ‘management’ of the booking is getting higher and higher, and given that check out times are earlier and check in times continue to be much later in the day than pre covid, there really is no excuse for a poor standard of cleanliness. Must try harder !

- Dan, August 2022
Lesley July 2022

“Owners will need to buy new garden furniture it was on its last legs.”

But overall loved it.

- Lesley, July 2022

Thank you for your feedback. We did notice this on changeover day and have replaced the furniture. We are so pleased you loved your stay. Many thanks, North Manor Meadow Cottages Property Owner
Mandy June 2022

“The marketing images of the property do not demonstrate the poor wear and tear or cleanliness of the property.”

When we arrived to the property on the outset it looked lovely however this soon changed upon entering the property. Whilst the property hadn’t been cleaned, the dirt and grime wasn’t just from one missed cleaning this had been built up over time from a lack of thorough cleaning. The internal walls, roller blinds, picture frames, windows, shower, outside table and chairs were filthy dirty with stains, dust, dirt cobwebs or dirty hand marks. The internal doors were pealing and some had chunks missing, curtain in living room had holes, sofa cushions and sofa had food stains, kitchen cupboards were worn and starting to peal at the bottom the outdoor furniture was dirty, rusty and covered in bird poo. Thankfully, I had taken my own cleaning stuff, blankets to cover the sofas, pillow cases etc. We also had wonderful weather so we spent most of our time at the beach. Since returning home I raised the issue with the owner who apologised and assured me that she would put things right, so hopefully future customers don’t have same experience.

- Mandy, June 2022
Anne April 2022

“Lovely cottage in quiet country location but still close enough to Weymouth.”

All facilities in good working order, hot water when needed, good shower, comfortable beds. Overall a lovely place to stay, would recommend and would stay again.

- Anne, April 2022
Robert November 2021

“Lovely cottage in a quiet area, we really enjoyed our stay here and we will be booking again.”

- Robert, November 2021
Susan September 2021

“Accurate description of the property and all to expectation.”

Delightful quiet location. Attention paid to current Covid restrictions. Felt safe and satisfied with accommodation. Ideal location for many of Dorset’s attractions.

- Susan, September 2021
Chris September 2021

“Very good position on the out skirts of Weymouth, very quite location.”

Every thing you need in the accommodation. We were contacted before our arrival and when we were there to make sure all was ok. Good parking facilities and soft lighting at night to make it a welcoming return when returning in the dark. Over all a very comfortable place to stay and will be coming back when we are down in Dorset again.

- Chris, September 2021
Sara August 2021

“Lovely cottage in a great setting, easily accessible to Weymouth and the Jurassic coast.”

Lots of wildlife on the doorstep (or decking!) bats, birds, sheep, bunnies …

- Sara, August 2021
Andrew July 2021

“Excellent property in a lovely village.”

Ideally situated for our requirements. Would definitely recommend. Had a great holiday, thanks.

- Andrew, July 2021
Jackie June 2021

“This was my second visit to Budmouth and I have a third visit booked in September 2021.”

I think the property is looking a little tired. The towels and tea towels plus pillows and crockery especially the mugs could do with looking at and there was a suspicious stain in the downstairs bedroom which could have come from the upstairs shower room. Having said this I would still recommend this beautiful little haven and look forward to my return again later in the year.

- Jackie, June 2021
Sam October 2020

“Budmouth is a beautiful place, my family, plus our little dog, had the best holiday, we booked it before lockdown with 2 other families, who stayed in Bramshurst and Shepherd Oak.”

We visited Lulworth Cove, Durdle Door, Portland Bill, Weymouth, West Bay and Chesil Beach, which were stunning, even in the wind and rain! We need to come back in sunnier weather, many thanks! The Cash family

- Sam, October 2020
Francis September 2019

“This was our third visit in 4 years.”

Lovely accommodation. The area has poor to zero 4G reception and the internet is slow and intermittent compared with where we live. Freeview is limited to basic channels. OK if you want a peaceful tech-free holiday (which is not a problem of course) but even looking up attractions or routes means going back to a paper based system of brochures and maps. You need to be prepared for that.

- Francis, September 2019
Jennifer August 2019

“We had lovely holiday and were very impressed with Budmouth.”

Would love to visit again and have recommended it to friends and family.

- Jennifer, August 2019
Mark July 2019

“Everything was spot on , very nice base to venture out from to enjoy the area.”

Owner of property went above and beyond, checking that we had settled in and nothing was too much trouble for her . Would definitely be staying here again in the future ,and would highly recommend this property.

- Mark, July 2019
Suzanne May 2019

“What a lovely place to stay, peaceful and comfortable with probably the best bed I have ever slept in.”

Also very convenient for visiting the surrounding areas. We had a great stay

- Suzanne, May 2019
Warren April 2019

“Both showers did not drain properly.”

a plunger would be a good idea? The upstairs bedroom is not separated from the lunge below, so noise can be a problem. Overall, we were very pleased with our accommodation.

- Warren, April 2019
Helen February 2019

“We had a fantastic holiday at Manor Meadow Farm Cottages in the Budmouth cottage.”

The cottage was really well equipped and very comfortable. We chose Budmouth for its seemingly peaceful location and we weren’t disappointed. We particularly liked the private patio area. We would definitely recommend the cottage to family and friends and would love to one day return maybe with a group of friends to enjoy the site altogether.

- Helen, February 2019
Joe October 2018

“Excellent location,property excellent we would revisit this location and property hopefully next year.”

- Joe, October 2018
Denis September 2018

“Place very peaceful,”

- Denis, September 2018
Jane August 2018

“Budmouth is a lovely holiday cottage in a beautiful setting.”

Had everything you needed (only thing missing we thought of was kitchen roll!) Even though attached, soundproofing excellent and could hear nothing from next cottage! Well placed between Weymouth and Dorchester. So much to see and do in the area. Would recommend to friends and family.

- Jane, August 2018
Andrew August 2018

“Budmouth is a very nice holiday home.”

It is well maintained and has everything you need for an enjoyable holiday. Just one downside - if the weather is warm then the main bedroom upstairs gets extremely warm and can make sleeping difficult in our experience. Otherwise great location and a lovely stream just a short walk down the road where our grandchildren fished with nets every evening and had great fun!

- Andrew, August 2018
Francis July 2018

“Unbroken sunshine and 30C all day in Dorset overwhelmed all other considerations.”

- Francis, July 2018
Val September 2017

“An excellent holiday cottage.”

My friend and I couldn't fault it in any way. Clean and so so comfortable. We would highly recommend it. Lots to do in the area as well.

- Val, September 2017
Therese August 2017

“My comments on the Everdene feedback form apply to Budmouth”

- Therese, August 2017
Camilla July 2017

“Budmouth is a gem of a holiday cottage.”

Facilities are plentiful and of high quality. Very clean on arrival, comfortable beds with luxury linen and towels. Outdoor patio area really great for when baby sleeping! We would definitely book again.

- Camilla, July 2017
Peter October 2016

“The cottages appeared to be new and purpose built to a very high standard.”

There was ample car parking and very pleasant grounds. There were a couple of pubs and the Wey wishing well all well within 20 mins walking distance. Weymouth itself is a short car journey but we stayed off season which made quite a difference. This group of cottages is well worth considering if visiting the Weymouth area.

- Peter, October 2016
Sally June 2016

“We thought the cottage was ideally situated to explore South Dorset and the coastline.”

The cottage was new and clean, very light and airy. The cottage is in a very quiet and peaceful location. It was nice to have a patio area to sit out on, ours caught the afternoon and evening sunshine.

- Sally, June 2016
Jonathan May 2016

“This is a lovely, clean modern cottage in nice quiet setting.”

- Jonathan, May 2016
Carole May 2016

“The cottage is in a quiet lane and is very well designed and convenient, with everything provided for visitors' comfort.”

We had a very pleasant week there and couldn't fault it at all.

- Carole, May 2016

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Summary

Mostly ground floor
Two bedrooms: 1 x first floor mezzanine double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x king-size double (zip/link, can be twin on request)
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area.
Gas central heating
Electric oven and ceramic hob, microwave, fridge with ice box, washer/dryer, dishwasher, 3 x Smart TVs with Freeview, WiFi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Travel cot and highchair on request
Off road parking for 1 car
Private patio with furniture, plus shared hillside garden with picnic benches
One well-behaved dog welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop and pub 10 mins walk
Beach 3.5 miles
Note: Sloping ceiling in first floor bedroom
Note: Dogs must be kept on a lead whilst outside, and nearby kennels available to rent by arrangement with owner

The property

Budmouth is a superb semi-detached cottage, one of five on-site, on the outskirts of Upwey and 3.5 miles from Weymouth in Dorset.

This wonderful cottage is set mostly on the ground floor and has a zip/link king-size double, a bathroom and an open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area, along with a mezzanine double with en-suite shower on the first floor.

Outside there's off road parking for one car, a private patio with furniture and a shared hillside garden with picnic benches.

Budmouth is a quality holiday home for exploring Dorset.

North Manor Meadow Cottages

A cluster of five impressive, architect-designed cottages nestling in a semi-rural south Dorset location, within the valley of the River Wey, on the edge of the village of Upwey, just 3.5 miles north of Weymouth. These five wonderful holiday homes are grouped around an attractive shingled courtyard and are the perfect base for couples, families or friends who wish to enjoy all that Dorset has to offer. These superb cottages have been created to offer holiday accommodation of an exceptionally high standard, featuring vaulted ceilings and en-suite facilities, and great attention to detail has been made in the choice of furnishings and equipment in each one. Each cottage has its own private patio area, as well as use of attractive shared raised lawned areas that take you up shingle paths to a seating area. With such a variety of accommodation on offer, up to 24 people can enjoy the delights of this lovely location, situated so close to the family-friendly seaside resort of Weymouth with its golden sands, attractive harbour offering diving and fishing trips and all kinds of watersports. Locally, take a visit to nearby Portland with its rugged scenery and dramatic Chesil Beach, or venture inland to the attractive bustling market town of Dorchester, Thomas Hardy’s ‘Casterbridge’, where you will find a fine selection of shops and restaurants. In fact there’s so much to see and do, a week is hardly long enough! These luxurious cottages provide an excellent and convenient base from which to explore this stunning coastal area.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £350.

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About the location

UPWEY

Dorchester 4.5 miles; Weymouth 4 miles.

The picturesque village of Upwey lies just four miles north of Weymouth, nestling beneath the Dorset Ridgeway, and takes its name from the shallow chalk stream, the River Wey, which bubbles up here from an underground spring. Upwey is well-known for its Wishing Well, where George III once sought the benefits of the natural spring water. It is now a delightful tea room, serving lunches and traditional cream teas. There are a number of footpaths leading directly from the village to miles of unspoilt countryside, and close by is the market town of Dorchester, Thomas Hardy’s ’Casterbridge’. An easy drive or bus ride takes you to the popular seaside resort of Weymouth offering visitors glorious golden sandy beaches, excellent watersports facilities and a bustling harbour. An attractive village location and an ideal place to escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

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Reviews & Ratings

“Lovely accommodation very private but handy for local transport.”

“Lovely property, great location.”

“Very light airy space.”

“We stayed in Budmouth this time, we usually stay in one of the larger ones.”

“The property and location were perfect, just as advertised and very comfortable.”

“Lovely contemporary accommodation with all modern home comforts and comfy beds.”

“The property has super potential and is in a great location for visiting the local area and all it has to offer.”

“Owners will need to buy new garden furniture it was on its last legs.”

“The marketing images of the property do not demonstrate the poor wear and tear or cleanliness of the property.”

“Lovely cottage in quiet country location but still close enough to Weymouth.”

“Lovely cottage in a quiet area, we really enjoyed our stay here and we will be booking again.”

“Accurate description of the property and all to expectation.”

“Very good position on the out skirts of Weymouth, very quite location.”

“Lovely cottage in a great setting, easily accessible to Weymouth and the Jurassic coast.”

“Excellent property in a lovely village.”

“This was my second visit to Budmouth and I have a third visit booked in September 2021.”

“Budmouth is a beautiful place, my family, plus our little dog, had the best holiday, we booked it before lockdown with 2 other families, who stayed in Bramshurst and Shepherd Oak.”

“This was our third visit in 4 years.”

“We had lovely holiday and were very impressed with Budmouth.”

“Everything was spot on , very nice base to venture out from to enjoy the area.”

“What a lovely place to stay, peaceful and comfortable with probably the best bed I have ever slept in.”

“Both showers did not drain properly.”

“We had a fantastic holiday at Manor Meadow Farm Cottages in the Budmouth cottage.”

“Excellent location,property excellent we would revisit this location and property hopefully next year.”

“Place very peaceful,”

“Budmouth is a lovely holiday cottage in a beautiful setting.”

“Budmouth is a very nice holiday home.”

“Unbroken sunshine and 30C all day in Dorset overwhelmed all other considerations.”

“An excellent holiday cottage.”

“My comments on the Everdene feedback form apply to Budmouth”

“Budmouth is a gem of a holiday cottage.”

“The cottages appeared to be new and purpose built to a very high standard.”

“We thought the cottage was ideally situated to explore South Dorset and the coastline.”