Wayside

3.9★

3 Guests
2 Bedrooms
1 Bathroom
Pets Yes
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Features

Open fire
Garden / Patio
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing

Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

12 Customer Review(s)

Tracy
October 2024

“We had a lovely stay at 1 Wayside , the cottage was lovely,clean and had all the ...”

We had a lovely stay at 1 Wayside , the cottage was lovely,clean and had all the equipment there you would need, we absolutely loved it and will definitely book to visit again

We had a lovely stay at 1 Wayside , the cottage was lovely,clean and had all the equipment there you would need, we absolutely loved it and will definitely book to visit again

- Tracy, October 2024

Hi Tracy, Thanks for your great feedback. I absolutely love it too and look forward to welcoming you back. Property Owner
Barry October 2024

“Lovely comfortable cottage in a beautiful village.”

We would definitely come back

- Barry, October 2024

Thanks Barry - glad you enjoyed your stay! Property Owner
Roy September 2024

“A lovely cottage with a decent sized, secure garden.”

The brambles in the hedges were a bit out of control but not a problem for us. It’s a shame the outside tap suddenly started running and would not turn off leading us to isolate the water at the stopcock. Because of this we cut our stay short.

- Roy, September 2024

Hi Roy, Thanks for your positive comments - I love the cottage too. The tap has now been sorted and I'm giving the garden a good tidy up next weekend. Property Owner
Iain September 2024

“Generally fine, the cottage was a bit bare on the walls, and I was surprised there was no welcome goodies or logs to start a fire.”

- Iain, September 2024

Hi Iain - thanks for providing your comments. I'll be speaking to the managing agents about the lack of welcome goodies as these should be provided. For info, I don't provide logs until November. Property Owner
Aimèe September 2024

“We like our stay very much.”

We understand old Cottages are prone to cobwebs and there friends, but some of these had clearly been there for a while. We were instructed to leave our rubbish in the bin outside the back door, however this bin was full and let's just say it wasn't a pleasant smell being exuded from it. We moved it to the other end of the patio but you wouldn't have wanted to eat outside with that aroma. We had to dispose of our rubbish ourselves. Most properties we have stayed in tell you when the bins are collected and what to put out, this property didn't which might explain why the bin was full. However this wouldn't put us off staying again! We loved the TV and choices of what to watch in the evenings, Hazel loved having a roam in the garden and it was a perfect location for all our favourite places we like to visit in Dorset.

- Aimèe, September 2024

Hi Aimee - thanks for providing your feedback, I love the cottage too. I'm speaking to the managing agents about the bins as clearly the rubbish should have been taken away before you arrived. I'm glad it hasn't put you off staying again and I'd love to have you back. Its a great location and perfect for people and their pets! Property Owner
Richard July 2024

“A generally positive experience.”

A nice friendly village, nice village pub and a lovely cottage with a nice garden. It would have been nice to have a few logs and fire lighters to light the fire on the first evening (it was cool!). Also why is there not a bin/facility for recycling paper/cardboard/glass - everything had to go in the refuse bin!

- Richard, July 2024
Jackie June 2024

“Basic furniture.”

Could do with making a bit more cosy, homely. General tidying up inside needed but definitely the garden calling out for a quick weed & sweep on patio area. New patterned rug in front of log burner would be better as the one there is rather tatty & dirty! A few logs for the fire on arrival would be nice & a board game or two. No butter dish or champagne glasses. Beautiful village though but not sure I’d stay at this property again as very basic. Village pub ok for a drink in the garden…food menu didn’t look very appetising.

- Jackie, June 2024

Hi Jackie, Thanks for providing your thoughts on the cottage. I’ve tidied up the garden and changed the rugs. In relation to the logs, these are provided during the autumn and winter months, not during the summer as this is when the fire is used. Shame you did not try the pub as this receives excellent feedback. Property Owner
Heather May 2024

“This is a cosy and comfy cottage but it is in need of some general maintenance.”

The painted floor badly needs attention as does the garden. Whilst appreciating it is a country cottage and therefore the garden and flagged area need not be perfect it did look rather unkempt. It absolutely did not spoil our stay there but we were tempted to pull some weeds out.

- Heather, May 2024

Dear Heather, Pleased to hear you thought the cottage was warm and cosy. Appreciate you giving your time to give your feedback. I have now painted the floors in the cottage and tied up the garden. Property Owner
Wendy April 2024

“The cottage is in the most picturesque village in easy reach I lots of places.”

Great local pub (shame it was closed) . Cottage was warm and cosy and bed comfortable. Internet was not working for 3 days so no tv or phone. Fixed by Openreach on Thursday. The cottage had everything you need The cottage needs a thorough cleaning especially in the corners. Would recommend a deep clean, new paintwork and the garden needs a good tidy up . The rugs in the lounge need to be thrown away as they are dirty and badly stained very grim. We would come back if the cleaning was carried out. We had a lovely holiday.

- Wendy, April 2024

Dear Wendy, Thanks for providing your feedback. Glad you thought the cottage was warm and cosy and had everything you needed. Thanks for bringing the cleaning issue to my attention. I’ve spoken to the cleaners and they have undertaken a deep clean. I have also painted the floors, replaced the rugs and tidied the garden. I hope to welcome you to my cottage again in the near future. Property Owner
Carol April 2024

“Lovely cottage, comfortable beds and well equipped kitchen.”

Nice big fluffy towels and bed linen. Nice enclosed garden for our dog. Only issue was the lack of internet and mobile phone signal. We tried the instructions for connecting to the internet but it did not work. Not a big deal but inconvenient when trying to arrange meeting up with family. It was a quiet location disappointed that the local pub The New Inn was closed as it looked a good place to have a meal.

- Carol, April 2024

Hi Carol - really pleased you thought the cottage was lovely. I love it too! It was unfortunate that the internet was not working. I understand that this was a problem that impacted the village and has now been rectified. Shame that the New Inn was closed was it gets excellent feedback. Property Owner
Patricia January 2024

“I'll mention this first as it did impact my stay, although the cottage is lovely.”

It was difficult to contact someone at Sykes/Dream Cottages when the cooker began acting up and I was nervous that there could be an electrical issue that needed attention. As an older person travelling alone, it would have been more reassuring, particularly with no cell phone signal at the cottage to have had a more timely response to my emails or to be able to contact the owner. Hence the four stars instead of 5. One suggestion, the listing said that fuel is supplied, but there were 2 small pressed logs and no kindling, perhaps the listing should clarify what is actually provided (or that fuel for the woodstove is not provided). The cottage is lovely and well equipped, the bed was very comfortable. The ground floor shower is great.

- Patricia, January 2024

Hi Patricia, Pleased to hear that overall you enjoyed your stay at Wayside. I’ll speak to the agent about the logs and kindling and I’ll also discuss their slow response to your queries, which is disappointing to hear. Property Owner
Nicola January 2024

“All in all an enjoyable stay in lovely surroundings.”

A few things let it down. The main oven didn't work, fortunately there was a separate grill. Some of the cutlery still had food remains on it. The door seal on the log burner was hanging off and should really be repaired before it is used.

- Nicola, January 2024

Dear Nicola, I am glad you had an enjoyable stay and agree that the surroundings are lovely. Thanks for bringing these issues to my attention, which have now been resolved. Property Owner

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Summary

Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x single
Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC
Kitchen
Utility
Living/dining room with woodburning stove
Central heating
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, coffee machine
TV, WiFi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Roadside parking available on a first come first served basis
Enclosed rear garden with lawn, patio and furniture
One well behaved dog welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop 1.6 miles, pub 0.1 miles
Note: The staircase is quite narrow and may not be suitable for guests with lowered mobility
Note: Check-in from 4pm, check-out at 10am

The property

Beaminster 1.8 miles.

Wayside is a beautiful, two-bedroom cottage nestled in the Dorset AONB, in the tranquil village of Stoke Abbot near Beaminster.

With a wealth of activities nearby, the added touch of a woodburning stove and an enclosed garden, Wayside is the ideal base for families, friends, or couples wanting to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life, all the while exploring the wonders of this stunning region.

Upon arrival to Wayside, step inside and find the kitchen, fully-equipped with all the necessary amenities to rustle up delicious meals for the whole family; spend quality time with your loved ones in the living/dining room, gathering around the table to tuck into your culinary delights or cosying up on the sofa with a real woodburning stove that will keep you toasty throughout the night.

If you prefer to bask in your surroundings a little while longer, why not head out into the enclosed rear garden, with a lush lawn, patio and outdoor furniture that allows you to make the most of alfresco mealtimes and evenings.

When sleep eventually calls, wash away the day in the ground-floor shower room before heading upstairs to one of two delightful bedrooms, comprising of a double and a single, each finished to a high standard and with plenty of storage for your personal belongings. Kickstart your itinerary by taking a short drive to the bustling market town of Bridport, with its range of boutique and independent shops, galleries, a weekly farmer’s market, and a selection of delicious eateries, in addition to the picturesque West Bay, which served as the backdrop for the popular TV series ‘Broadchurch’.

Further afield in Crewkerne, explore the fascinating ruins of Forde Abbey, visit the Crewkerne and District Museum, or immerse yourself in wildlife at the Bincombe Beech Nature Reserve, known for its beautiful beech trees and wildflower meadows.

For a day at the beach, Lyme Regis is just a short drive away, with its famous landmark The Cobb, lovely sandy beach, and a variety of ways to explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Jurassic Coast including fossil hunting or taking a scenic stroll along the dramatic cliffs and coastline.

Explore and discover all that Dorset has to offer, with a stay at Wayside.

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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.

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Stoke Abbot near Beaminster, Dorset (Ref. 1138149)

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Reviews & Ratings

“We had a lovely stay at 1 Wayside , the cottage was lovely,clean and had all the ...”

“Lovely comfortable cottage in a beautiful village.”

“A lovely cottage with a decent sized, secure garden.”

“Generally fine, the cottage was a bit bare on the walls, and I was surprised there was no welcome goodies or logs to start a fire.”

“We like our stay very much.”

“A generally positive experience.”

“Basic furniture.”

“This is a cosy and comfy cottage but it is in need of some general maintenance.”

“The cottage is in the most picturesque village in easy reach I lots of places.”

“Lovely cottage, comfortable beds and well equipped kitchen.”

“I'll mention this first as it did impact my stay, although the cottage is lovely.”

“All in all an enjoyable stay in lovely surroundings.”

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About the location

BEAMINSTER