Lower Farm Cottage | Portesham | Bridge Lane | Dorset And Somerset

4.7★

5 Guests
2 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Dishwasher
Games Room
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing

Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

33 Customer Review(s)

Deborah
September 2024

“Very nice cottage, well equipped, clean and comfortable.”

Games room a bonus. Very pleased that the garden was secure for the dog (many advertised as such haven’t been). The cottage is away from the bustle of Weymouth but it’s within easy reach. Stunning landscape all around.

Games room a bonus. Very pleased that the garden was secure for the dog (many advertised as such haven’t been). The cottage is away from the bustle of Weymouth but it’s within easy reach. Stunning landscape all around.

- Deborah, September 2024
Sheila September 2024

“We loved the cottage, it had lots of character, it was clean, comfortable, extremely well equipped and in a quiet spot with access to footpaths straight over the garden wall!”

The owner popped round and was very friendly. She told us she had been letting the cottage for fifty years and it showed, she had learnt what people need and had thought of absolutely everything. There was plenty of good quality crockery, cutlery and kitchen equipment plus loads of info about the area and even toys and games! Thank you very much.

- Sheila, September 2024
Mandy August 2024

“Our holiday at your cottage, just perfect!”

We will return.

- Mandy, August 2024
Katie August 2024

“Beautiful cottage , very homely feel and lovely location”

- Katie, August 2024
Brian August 2024

“Toilet was running and topping up all the time.”

I did mention this . Only one of the outside lights worked . The property was amazing. We loved it would stay again. Brian.

- Brian, August 2024
Martin July 2024

“Nice, clean cottage.”

Very quiet. To bad that the local pub is closed.

- Martin, July 2024
Sarah May 2024

“A lovely cottage.”

Very peaceful surroundings yet easy access to roads to main attractions. We loved the evening walks from the doorstep.

- Sarah, May 2024
Melanie May 2024

“This is our 4th time that we have visited Lower Farm Cottage in Langton Herring.”

We love it here and have brought our 2 children from when they were babies to now 11 and 7. The cottage has everything you need and is really homely. The cottage is in a lovely area which is quiet but has lovely walks to the back towards Chesil Beach and is in close proximity to all attractions such as Weymouth, Abbotsbury and not far to Lyme Regis. The children loved the games room and all the games provided in the house/shed. We would really recommend and look forward to coming back soon.

- Melanie, May 2024
Penny April 2024

“We love this property and have been coming here for years.”

It is very comfortable and cosy with a lovely big garden and a sun trap behind the cottage . It is peaceful, set in beautiful countryside with stunning views and excellent walking and very close to the Coast Path. We would highly recommend it

- Penny, April 2024
Carol December 2023

“The cottage was perfect for Christmas and we had a lovely time in a very quaint farm cottage, with incredible scenery and wonderful walks.”

We particularly enjoyed the real fire although it is important to buy kindling, logs are supplied and very plentiful. Everything we needed was there in way of crockery and utensils, luckily my daughter who had previously visited one of the other holiday homes at the farm, had warned us toilet rolls and bin bags would be in short supply, especially when shops would be closed for Christmas. Which is a fair way to travel anyway. So we had taken extra. Also the owner allowed us an extra hour to check out, to which we were very grateful. For 5 to get showered, packed up (we had a lot for Xmas) and clean the house as requested is very tight. We did also feel 5pm is very late to check in, in winter when it is very dark although the cottage was left very welcoming, lit up and with wine and biscuits, thank you. It was also beautifully decorated for Christmas. It is a very dark area though and unfamiliar if a first visit so recommend a torch. The description should be amended to say the Elm Tree public house is temporarily closed. We had booked a Christmas meal there and, unfortunately and very disappointingly, informed it was closed just prior to our visit. By this time the cottage was already booked. Hence we took a lot of food. It is very dog friendly and safe in the garden. The cottage heating was on timer and perfect for us. Just a note to be careful of the stairs. We didn’t find the games room, but there are a couple of games in the house and please note there is a key safe on both back and front door with the same code, not just the front door which was confusing on arrival. So maybe the description should be amended to reflect all of the above.

- Carol, December 2023
Marina September 2023

“Cosy cottage in a sleepy village, the perfect get away for rest and relaxation.”

The views are stunning and there is an excellent pub within walking distance. Dorset has so many attractions which will mean you returning again and again.

- Marina, September 2023
Carol July 2023

“Lovely cosy character cottage, it's exactly as described on the website.”

Lovely and peaceful location in a quiet village, but an easy drive to local attractions. Would like to thank the owners for our goodies on arrival. My husband and son especially liked walking our dog around the village, our dog especially loved playing ball in the huge garden. We had a lovely stay despite the unseasonal weather. Would definitely recommend this cottage, I would say if you have mobility problems I'd give it a miss, the path at the back of the cottage was quite steep and the loose gravel made it quite slippy when wet. The stairs could be a bit of a hazard, due to the low banister at the top of the stairs. Other than the weather we had a lovely week thank you

- Carol, July 2023
David July 2023

“Really nice location.”

Property is what you would expect as a farm property.cute and quaint. Would stay again. Thank you.

- David, July 2023
Wayne May 2023

“Lovely cottage set in a great rural location with a nice size garden and patio.”

We really appreciated the courtesy milk, biscuits, tea and coffee provided on arrival, a nice touch. The cottage was spacious for the four us with our dog and was also decorated with flags and bunting to celebrate the King's coronation. We feel the check in time of 5pm is a bit late, maybe 3pm would be better.

- Wayne, May 2023
Marina April 2023

“Very cosy cottage with 2 lovely secure gardens.”

Great parking on site and shared laundry facilities with game room. Hosts are very charming and helpful. Location in a sleepy hamlet, with good walks with great views. Will look forward to a return visit in September

- Marina, April 2023
Anthony March 2023

“Thank you for letting us relax at Lower Farm.”

The cottage was beautifully presented and equipped with everything one could need. Stunning scenery, peace, and quiet, just perfect. Coastal path on the doorstep. Cosy log fires of an evening. Thank you once again.

- Anthony, March 2023
Amanda February 2023

“UNABLE TO FAULT SUCH A WONDERFUL PROPERTY.”

UTTERLEY DELIGHTFUL.

- Amanda, February 2023
Amanda November 2022

“Restorative and restful stay.”

Cottage simply delightful. Would highly recommend .

- Amanda, November 2022
Darren November 2022

“An absolutely beautiful cottage in a lovely village.”

Well maintained, clean and with everything you could need.

- Darren, November 2022
Richard November 2022

“My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our week's stay at this quietly located cottage which was full of character and ideally situated just a few miles from Weymouth.”

The sloping fenced garden was ideal for our dogs and parking was fairly easy approaching from the rear. Both comfortable bedrooms situated on the first floor were accessed via a fairly steep staircase and the second bedroom had an ensuite WC and wash hand basin. The accommodation downstairs comprised a spacious fitted kitchen and a cosy comfortable front lounge with a bathroom and lobby area arranged at the rear. We will definitely consider booking this cottage again.

- Richard, November 2022
A E September 2022

“Lovely period property, very clean with everything we needed, lovely walks for us and the dogs nearby, excellent local Pub, what more could we ask for?”

- A E, September 2022
Martin July 2022

“Very enjoyable stay in lovely surroundings”

- Martin, July 2022
Jan May 2022

“We loved the cottage and the beauty of the countryside.”

Very peaceful but with all of South Dorset to explore. Only downsides were the difficult staircase for someone with a bad knee and think this should be mentioned in spec. Also the oddity of a loo in the second bedroom with its 3 beds rather than the usual ensuite with the main bedroom. But will be back to one of the other cottages which are more accessible.

- Jan, May 2022
Pauline April 2022

“Very pleasant and helpful hosts.”

Good location for visiting lots of places, and ideal for the dogs, lovely walks and a good enclosed garden. Cottage was warm, comfortable and well equipped. We found having a downstairs bathroom not very convenient, especially at night. The Cottage was very well cared for inside and out.

- Pauline, April 2022
Les March 2022

“Lovely little Cottage.”

Stayed there before and really enjoyed as much as the first time.

- Les, March 2022
Kathryn February 2022

“Perfect cottage for a family break.”

Beautiful location - easy walks to the fleet from the back of the cottage. Lovely cosy & extremely clean and well equipped cottage. Our children loved the table tennis in the games room and the dog was really happy with long costal walks and sleeping by the open fire.

- Kathryn, February 2022
Conrad November 2021

“Hi, we had a lovely stay - thank you.”

Our only suggestion would be to provide a recycling bin or box within the cottage.

- Conrad, November 2021
Marcus October 2021

“Lovely setting and within easy reach of amenities.”

Stairs were very steep, don’t recall a notice on this - would have been difficult for the very young or elderly. Bathroom could do with an upgrade, no mirror over the basin so shaving was messy! Upstairs could easily be rejigged to create a small shower and toilet serving both rooms, that would make it a dream cottage. Chairs in Longe seem to have a ridge in them. But overall, it was a lovely place to stay.

- Marcus, October 2021
Paul October 2021

“The cottage was as described and we had a lovely stay for a week in October.”

Ideally located for walking the Coastal Path. Just a couple of things we’d suggest - better documentation on things like where the bins are, extra logs for the fire, etc. also, on our last evening there was an infestation of small flies in the lounge. We have photos of these if you’re interested. I noticed some fly paper in the kitchen so wonder if this is a known problem. It did spill out last night there to be honest.

- Paul, October 2021
Gerald September 2021

“We had a great weeks stay in a lovely cottage which is equipped very well and very clean.”

A lovely area near the Fleet with great walks

- Gerald, September 2021
Wendy July 2021

“Lovely well equipped cottage in a beautiful setting lots of great walks on the doorstep and the coastline is spectacular.”

The pub in the village was exceptional.

- Wendy, July 2021
Susan June 2021

“The cottage was in an idyllic location however it wasn't really made clear how ...”

The cottage was in an idyllic location however it wasn't really made clear how isolated it was from amenities such as local stores and eating places

- Susan, June 2021
Paul April 2021

“Excellent location for both coastal and countryside visits/walks, set in a quiet beautiful village.”

The accommodation is in an old cottage with all mod cons and has a lovely cosy lounge

- Paul, April 2021

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Summary

Two bedrooms; 1 x triple room with en-suite basin and WC and 1 x super king
Ground floor family bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
Kitchen/diner
Sitting room with open fire.
Electric oven and hob, fridge,freezer, microwave, dishwasher, TV with DVD player, WiFi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Night storage heaters downstairs
Electric heaters in bedrooms
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Highchair, travel cot and stair gate available on request
Board games and books also available at the cottage
Lawned front and back garden with patio area and BBQ
Communal games room with table football, table tennis and a selection of garden and board games
Communal Washing machine and Tumble Dryer located in the games room
Off-road parking available for three cars
Two well-behaved dogs welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop 2.6 miles, The Elm Tree Inn is within walking distance and is less than 0.5 miles
Note: Logs provided for open fire during winter months
Note: There is an additional cost of £25 per week for per pet
Please note pets are not to be left alone at the property.

The property

Portesham 1.6 miles.

A picturesque holiday cottage resting in the attractive village of Langton Herring, near the popular location of Abbotsbury.

Stunning World Heritage Jurassic Coastline and wonderful countryside.

Renovated to a high standard whilst retaining its traditional charm, this characterful abode boasts many charismatic features that create a relaxing base from which to enjoy a family escape to Dorset with spectacular coastal walks to discover.

Make yourself at home in the inviting sitting room and admire the exposed wooden beams and stonework, as you settle on the plush sofa and enjoy the heat of the inglenook open fire read up on local Dorset or play a board game or two.

The charming country-style kitchen/diner, with its original baker's oven, has been well-equipped with all the necessary appliances, to prepare a hearty home-cooked meal for the whole group to feast upon at the sociable dining table.

When you begin to feel yourself tire, retreat to one of the two homely bedrooms comprising of a lovely super king, and a well-designed triple room hosting three single beds and an en-suite featuring both a basin and WC.

A family bathroom can be found on the ground floor, where you can indulge in a moment of peace and quiet as you unwind with a long soak in the bathtub, or freshen up with a rinse under the shower.

The Old Stable, a communal games room, can be found just over the road, next to the main farmhouse driveway with a football/tennis table along with a selection of games and books to borrow and read at your leisure.

Start your days with a scenic stroll through the village of Langton Herring, with lovely walks across the family farm to the Fleet Lagoon, overlooking Chesil beach, on your return stop for a refreshing drink or a delicious meal at the Elm Tree Inn.

Visit Portesham which offers a farm shop, cafe and village pub.

Hop in the car and head for Weymouth where you will be greeted by the beautiful sweeping bay and sandy beach, backed by an attractive Georgian esplanade lined with tourist shops, cafes and bars.

Discover the old historic harbour that winds around the town centre, where you can take a leisurely stroll and while away the hours watching all the comings and goings of luxury yachts, fishing trawlers, tall ships, RNLI Lifeboats and across harbour rowing ferries.

Enjoy a fun day out at the Nothe Fort, a unique attraction steeped in history with spectacular views out towards Portland, or explore the amazing underwater world at the Sea Life Adventure Park, home to penguins, sea turtle, sharks, seals and much more.

Stop off at incredible landmarks such as Sandsfoot, before continuing along the West Dorset Heritage Coast to Chesil Beach and Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens and Swannery.

Follow the coast road to West Bay, where the popularised TV series Broadchurch was filmed, here you will find iconic sandstone cliffs of Golden Cap, at the western end of the dramatic pebbly Chesil Beach.

Take a day trip to Lyme Regis, a coastal town where you will find boutique shops that you can browse at your leisure, a selection of restaurants, specialising in seafood where you can enjoy a relaxing meal.

Learn a new and exciting watersport out on the English Channel, or head further inland to the county town of Dorchester, learn the history of Thomas Hardye or take a tour of The Keep Military Museum and the Terracotta Warrior Museum.

No matter how you fill your days, Lower Farm Cottage is an excellent choice for any adventure in beautiful Dorset.

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About the location

PORTESHAM

Weymouth 8 miles;Dorchester 8 miles

Portesham is a beautiful West Dorset village, superbly located for access to the spectacular World Heritage Jurassic Coast, South West Coastal Path and South Dorset Ridgeway, in an area of outstanding natural beauty and only a short drive from Weymouth, Dorchester or Bridport. The village is surrounded by glorious countryside, with direct access to public footpaths including the south west coastal path. There is an excellent local pub serving good food and real ales, and a village farm store. A great base for touring, there is plenty to see and do within a short drive of this picturesque area, including Abbotsbury Swannery and Tropical Gardens. Take a walk up to St Catherine’s Chapel and experience the fantastic views over Chesil beach. The bustling market town of Dorchester is just 8 miles away, with its array of interesting shops, restaurants and museums. Within easy reach is the family friendly seaside resort of Weymouth and the Jurassic coast, and also dramatic Portland, venue for the 2012 Olympic sailing events. With Bournemouth and Poole only 40 minutes away, this is altogether a super holiday destination at any time of the year.

Please note: the laundry facilities and Games Room are shared.
Please note: This property will be decorated for Christmas in December
Please note: This property does not accept Sunday check-ins

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Reviews & Ratings

“Very nice cottage, well equipped, clean and comfortable.”

“We loved the cottage, it had lots of character, it was clean, comfortable, extremely well equipped and in a quiet spot with access to footpaths straight over the garden wall!”

“Our holiday at your cottage, just perfect!”

“Beautiful cottage , very homely feel and lovely location”

“Toilet was running and topping up all the time.”

“Nice, clean cottage.”

“A lovely cottage.”

“This is our 4th time that we have visited Lower Farm Cottage in Langton Herring.”

“We love this property and have been coming here for years.”

“The cottage was perfect for Christmas and we had a lovely time in a very quaint farm cottage, with incredible scenery and wonderful walks.”

“Cosy cottage in a sleepy village, the perfect get away for rest and relaxation.”

“Lovely cosy character cottage, it's exactly as described on the website.”

“Really nice location.”

“Lovely cottage set in a great rural location with a nice size garden and patio.”

“Very cosy cottage with 2 lovely secure gardens.”

“Thank you for letting us relax at Lower Farm.”

“UNABLE TO FAULT SUCH A WONDERFUL PROPERTY.”

“Restorative and restful stay.”

“An absolutely beautiful cottage in a lovely village.”

“My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our week's stay at this quietly located cottage which was full of character and ideally situated just a few miles from Weymouth.”

“Lovely period property, very clean with everything we needed, lovely walks for us and the dogs nearby, excellent local Pub, what more could we ask for?”

“Very enjoyable stay in lovely surroundings”

“We loved the cottage and the beauty of the countryside.”

“Very pleasant and helpful hosts.”

“Lovely little Cottage.”

“Perfect cottage for a family break.”

“Hi, we had a lovely stay - thank you.”

“Lovely setting and within easy reach of amenities.”

“The cottage was as described and we had a lovely stay for a week in October.”

“We had a great weeks stay in a lovely cottage which is equipped very well and very clean.”

“Lovely well equipped cottage in a beautiful setting lots of great walks on the doorstep and the coastline is spectacular.”

“The cottage was in an idyllic location however it wasn't really made clear how ...”

“Excellent location for both coastal and countryside visits/walks, set in a quiet beautiful village.”

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About the location

PORTESHAM