Fiddlesticks Cottage

4.8★

4 Guests
2 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Pets Yes
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Features

Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

22 Customer Review(s)

Alan
August 2024

“Lovely cottage in a handy position for the town, and a good base for visiting Historic Houses/Gardens/ and coastline.”

Spacious comfortable lounge, bedrooms also. Main bathroom - over bath electric shower - excellent. Private parking would have been good but we were always able to find a space in the lane to park, or plenty of town parking nearby. An enjoyable week! Alan &Gill.

Spacious comfortable lounge, bedrooms also. Main bathroom - over bath electric shower - excellent. Private parking would have been good but we were always able to find a space in the lane to park, or plenty of town parking nearby. An enjoyable week! Alan &Gill.

- Alan, August 2024
Oliver July 2024

“Brilliant stay.”

Beautiful cottage. Would stay again

- Oliver, July 2024
Chris June 2024

“The cottage was very impressive and we had all we needed.”

The only odd thing was a glass door and curtain for one of the bedrooms - would be better with a plain door. The pull switch in the bathroom stopped working but was fixed the following day when we were out. - very efficient.

- Chris, June 2024

Thank you for your nice comments about the cottage and we are pleased it had everything you needed. We may change the quirky glazed door and curtain one day, but that would mean losing the lovely daylight that comes into the landing and down the stairs, a tough decision! Property Owner
Jim June 2024

“This year was the 4th stay at Fiddlesticks and the cottage is just about ideal for us.”

The location is hard to beat with walks from the doorstep and lovely pubs, shops and market square minutes walk away. The Dorset countryside and coast are places/areas to return to time and again.

- Jim, June 2024
Ken May 2024

“We were delighted with the accommodation and facilities and could find no fault whatsoever.”

We will definitely be booking a week next year at Fiddlesticks Cottage and would recommend the Cottage to our friends. Beaminster is a delightful town and people are very friendly. We look forward to our next visit.

- Ken, May 2024

Thank you for your kind comments. We are very pleased that Fiddlesticks Cottage was to your liking and it's wonderful that you would recommend it to your friends, thank you very much. Property Owner
Jo-anne January 2024

“The cottage was vey lovely , very well equipped, and the couches and chairs were very comfortable indeed!”

Thank goodness for the electric stove in the living room as the week we stayed there, the temperatures outside were freezing. Having the heat go off during the day meant we had to rely on the electric heater more than normal, The garden was the only let down of the property. The levels are a bit dangerous, particularly for my partner who has a visual disability. Also, having no where for a dog to pee and poo is a drawback. Thankfully grass was nearby where we had to take our dogs to in the morning and evening. Overall we enjoyed our stay and really loved exploring the area.

- Jo-anne, January 2024

Thankyou for your lovely feedback, we are so pleased you loved our cottage. We do include handy information in the guest welcome folder about how to adjust the cottage heating, etc and are always on hand to help during your stay. We do show the different levels of the garden in the photos, for guests to be made aware of this before they book. We hope to welcome you back to Dorset again soon. Property Owner
Karen September 2023

“Have been coming here for years, to visit family and always feel at home.”

Think the facilities would benefit from the addition of a hairdryer....and new pillows! Shower in main bathroom still poor, but the one downstairs is great. Lovely, comfortable stay, as always, thankyou. Karen

- Karen, September 2023

It was nice to hear from you again Karen and we’re pleased you enjoyed your stay. Property Management verified that there was actually a hairdryer, so we are sorry you didn’t find it. Pillows get refreshed each autumn, but this will be a bit later this season than for your stay. Property Management also verified that the bathroom shower works as it is supposed to in that it is an electric shower, not the sort that runs with more pressure off the boiler. We notice that you have already booked again for next Spring, thank you for your continued custom. Property Owner
Michael August 2023

“Cottage in good condition.”

Issue with broken iron dealt with very promptly.

- Michael, August 2023
Anne- Marie June 2023

“We had a great week at Fiddlesticks cottage.”

It was the perfect location for country and coastal walks. The cottage was a home from home after a day’s walking.

- Anne- Marie, June 2023
Richard June 2023

“The cottage was comfortable & well equipped.”

The position was central to Beaminster but was in a quiet location with nice walks available from the house. Would definitely recommend to others.

- Richard, June 2023
Sheila May 2023

“We really enjoyed our stay at Fiddlesticks cottage.”

It was beautifully decorated and well equipped. There were lovely walks from the front door and Beaminster was an ideal spot to visit places in Dorset. We were concerned about the lack of handrail on the steps up to the patio and along the edge of the patio. From a Health and Safety point of view, it was an accident waiting to happen. We are fit and healthy people but anyone with a mobility issue should be warned.

- Sheila, May 2023

Thank you for your kind remarks about the cottage and we are pleased you really enjoyed your stay. As regards the two patio steps, we have asked Dream Cottages to update the cottage description to reflect the situation depicted in the photographs. Property Owner
Paul May 2023

“An excellent cottage in a delightful location.”

Facilities were very good, with access to wi fi, Netflix and U-tube. The kitchen was well supplied with equipment, including a dishwasher. There was also the well-appointed laundry room. On the downside, the upstairs shower was no more than a trickle and the downstairs shower head kept falling apart. the main complaint was no parking, which was advertised. However, putting those small details aside it was in all a delightful stay.

- Paul, May 2023

We are pleased you enjoyed the cottage and had a nice stay and thank you for your helpful feedback. The upstairs shower is the electric type and not boosted by the boiler, but we will ask Maintenance to ensure the shower head is free of limescale. The issue with the downstairs shower is news to us, apologies; it’s possibly been dropped and will be resolved. The tiny town of Beaminster has ancient roots and guests are invited to reconcile the quaint setting with the advertised roadside parking; this is on the minor public road at the front of the property, or nearby. Property Owner
Dorothy April 2023

“Very comfortable cottage, lovely area.”

Locals extremely friendly.

- Dorothy, April 2023
Janet April 2023

“Cottage was absolutely lovely.”

Set in a quiet road. Everything we could have possibly wanted was there. Had a really family feel. Lovely little personal touches. Can’t wait to visit again. Would thoroughly recommend

- Janet, April 2023
John March 2023

“Great Cottage in a very clean and well equipped condition.”

Parking is mentioned a lot but it’s street parking and local shop workers park during the day but space later in the day. A resident parking system would be ideal but no real issue and will return

- John, March 2023

Thank you for your kind and helpful feedback and we’re pleased you would like to return. Property Owner
Kate January 2023

“Second time of staying in Fiddlesticks cottage Still lovely Parking not ...”

Second time of staying in Fiddlesticks cottage Still lovely Parking not great but we knew that Marks on the white sofas and dog hair we were worried we would be blamed no dog and they were there already Would go back again

- Kate, January 2023

Thank you for your comments and we are pleased you would like to return. Sorry about the dog hair which escaped us this time and we have new covers on order. Property Owner
Oct 2022

“Lovely cottage - immaculate and stylish.”

It was a pleasure to stay there

- , Oct 2022
Oct 2022

“Beautiful cottage, spotlessly clean and with everything you could possibly need.”

The location was a delight, as was the local pub The Greyhound. Without doubt the loveliest cottage we have ever stayed in.

- , Oct 2022
Sep 2022

“Lovely cottage with excellent facilities.”

We had a slight problem with the heating and the owner sorted it v promptly. I cannot speak highly enough of the property and it’s location

- , Sep 2022
Sep 2022

“A lovely cottage in a friendly village environment, and an area with great stretches of beaches, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay and the support of Graeme.”

- , Sep 2022
Jul 2022

“We have stayed in Beaminster several times and Fiddlesticks is our favourite cottage so far, we hope to stay there again.”

Well-equipped, comfortable, perfect location (very near to both the town and to great dog walks) and very quiet. Charming and homely, and lovely neighbours too!

- , Jul 2022
May 2022

“My Sister & I had a wonderful week at Fiddlesticks.”

The cottage was really comfortable & had everything you needed for a great stay. There were shops in the High Street, and lots of places to visit close by, as well as a beach. We really enjoyed our stay.

- , May 2022

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Summary

Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size, 1 x twin
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
Ground-floor shower-room with walk-in shower, basin, and WC
Kitchen/diner
Sitting room with electric flame-effect stove
Sunroom
Gas central heating with electric flame-effect stove
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine, dishwasher
TV with Blu-ray, DVD, WiFi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Roadside parking available
Two steps up to enclosed patio with furniture (no handrail to steps or edge of patio)
One well-behaved dog welcome
Sorry no smoking
Shop 0.1 miles, pub 0.2 miles
Note: This property does not accept children under the age of 7
Note: Check-in is from 4pm, check-out at 10am

The property

This lovely, detached 19th-century home, Fiddlesticks Cottages, is located in the vibrant Dorset town of Beaminster.

Fiddlesticks Cottage welcomes four guests and their four-legged companion to enjoy a tranquil getaway to Dorset.

It has a stone façade and a delightful interior.

Kick off your shoes and settle into the plush sofas in the welcoming sitting room, which features a TV and an electric flame-effect stove, while the assigned chef prepares delectable dishes in the light-filled kitchen/dining area.

As you plan your upcoming days, gather the family around the dining table for a meal and toast to a wonderful holiday while cracking open a bottle of champagne.

If you don't feel like cooking, go upstairs to find a roomy bathroom, and take a relaxing bath or energising shower before going to the neighbourhood pub.

As the evening ends, retire to one of the two charming bedrooms and pick between a king-size or a twin bed to get some rest before another day of exploring the neighbourhood.

When you're ready to go exploring, stroll into the town to find a wide variety of eateries, cafes, pubs, and shops, as well as the fascinating Beaminster Museum.

In the area, you can join Donkey Walking Adventures for a fun afternoon that gives you the chance to interact closely with these adorable animals.

The Red Lion Pub and the attractive Ollerod Hotel are both nearby options if you're looking for a place to treat your loved ones to a hearty meal.

Travel by car further afield to the bustling market town of Bridport or West Bay, which is famous for its connection to the ITV show Broadchurch and is situated on Dorset's breath-taking Jurassic Coast.

Lyme Regis, Dorchester, and Weymouth, which provide stunning beaches, coastal walks, historical monuments, and gorgeous landscape, are also easily accessible.

Stay at Fiddlesticks Cottage any time of year for a special getaway in Dorset.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £100.

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About the location

BEAMINSTER

Bridport 6 miles; Crewkerne 7 miles; Lyme Regis 15 miles.

The attractive country town of Beaminster nestles beneath the rolling West Dorset downland within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Around its square is the Conservation Area which boasts over 200 Grade II listed buildings, many of which are built from mellow hamstone. This thriving rural community offers a good selection of shops, inns and restaurants, whilst each summer hosts a popular music and arts festival. The local area abounds in a network of footpaths, one leads to the village of Netherbury, the site of the original River Cottage TV programme. An easy drive takes you to the lively market town of Bridport and to West Bay (TV's Broadchurch) on Dorset's stunning Jurassic Coast, whilst Lyme Regis, Dorchester and Weymouth are all easily accessible. A charming Dorset country town set in a most attractive rural setting.

Note: This property does not accept children under 7.

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Reviews & Ratings

“Lovely cottage in a handy position for the town, and a good base for visiting Historic Houses/Gardens/ and coastline.”

“Brilliant stay.”

“The cottage was very impressive and we had all we needed.”

“This year was the 4th stay at Fiddlesticks and the cottage is just about ideal for us.”

“We were delighted with the accommodation and facilities and could find no fault whatsoever.”

“The cottage was vey lovely , very well equipped, and the couches and chairs were very comfortable indeed!”

“Have been coming here for years, to visit family and always feel at home.”

“Cottage in good condition.”

“We had a great week at Fiddlesticks cottage.”

“The cottage was comfortable & well equipped.”

“We really enjoyed our stay at Fiddlesticks cottage.”

“An excellent cottage in a delightful location.”

“Very comfortable cottage, lovely area.”

“Cottage was absolutely lovely.”

“Great Cottage in a very clean and well equipped condition.”

“Second time of staying in Fiddlesticks cottage Still lovely Parking not ...”

“Lovely cottage - immaculate and stylish.”

“Beautiful cottage, spotlessly clean and with everything you could possibly need.”

“Lovely cottage with excellent facilities.”

“A lovely cottage in a friendly village environment, and an area with great stretches of beaches, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay and the support of Graeme.”

“We have stayed in Beaminster several times and Fiddlesticks is our favourite cottage so far, we hope to stay there again.”

“My Sister & I had a wonderful week at Fiddlesticks.”

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About the location

BEAMINSTER