Elm Villa

4.6★

6 Guests
3 Bedrooms
1 Bathroom
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Seaside
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing

Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

16 Customer Review(s)

Nicola
August 2024

“Problem with bathroom light sorted very quickly, lots of helpful cooking ingredients.”

- Nicola, August 2024
Alison May 2024

“Lovely stay at Elm Villa, comfortable, clean and well equipped.”

Only down side is no parking outside property but parking in the church car park 100 yrds away worked well, we just moved it to the High street whilst the services were on. Wareham and surrounding area beautiful, plenty to see and do, will definitely be back.

- Alison, May 2024

Thank you for your feedback , Im glad you enjoyed your stay at Elm Villas. Property Owner
Elspeth October 2023

“Dining room had mold and had an unpleasant smell.”

We were unable to use this room. Rain came through the ceiling of the conservatory,, the floor had to be mopped and a bucket and pan used to catch the drips. The bricked area outside was quite slippery and uneven in parts. The stairs felt quite steep and would have benefited from a handrail on the left going up extended around the curve at the top. Despite all of this the house was comfy, warm and homely.

- Elspeth, October 2023

Thank you for your feedback and glad that you enjoyed your stay! Regarding the points made above, we are lucky to have incredibly diligent housekeepers, no issues were reported regarding mould during the clean before your arrival and after your departure. But we will keep your feedback in mind going forward. Secondly, the outdoor brick courtyard and staircase are original features of this Victorian home. Although they add to the charm of the property your points have been noted, it may also have been due to the extremely wet weather that caused minor drips in the conservatory and water to sit in the courtyard. Thank you once again for choosing to stay with us. Property Owner
Kerry October 2023

“We loved this town house- it was perfect for our week.”

It was spacious, comfortable & had almost everything we needed. 5 people & one dog were well catered for. Despite having a few problems with the tv, no parking close to the house & not having any oven gloves, we had a great week.

- Kerry, October 2023
Martin July 2023

“We were very happy with our stay in Elm Villa overall.”

Spacious and well equipped, comfortable beds and great to have the conservatory to sit in. Very good location for the high street shops and restaurants. Definitely make sure you arrive at the check in time to have enough time to use the Church car park for unloading, before finding a parking spot on the surrounding streets, although this wasn’t too difficult.

- Martin, July 2023

Thank you for your feedback , I am pleased you were happy with your stay at Elm Villas. Property Owner
Barbara July 2023

“It was a pleasure to stay at Elm Villa.”

Beautifully appointed house and very convenient for days out and walking to eateries in Wareham in the evening. I was concerned about parking, having read previous comments, but if you take account of the restricted times posted on the chalkboard in the church car park it was not a problem.

- Barbara, July 2023

Thank you so much for your lovely comments, Im so glad you enjoyed your stay at Elm Villas. Property Owner
Sheila June 2023

“Property very comfortable everything we needed good location for visiting other area's very good bus service, the downside was the pkg not good at all the church people did not like us pkg there I had to park across the road from shatters hill fortunately I cld park there without any problem, also back gate needs a bolt on it as anyone could get in, I also reported curtain problem in the twin bedroom, apart from these issues we had a nice time.”

- Sheila, June 2023
Victoria May 2023

“Loved staying at Elm Villa extremely relaxing with everything we needed, a real home from home.”

Lovely walks close by, the high street of local restaurants and shops were extremely convenient with everything you needed in walking distance.

- Victoria, May 2023
Sarah May 2023

“The property was clean and is well situated for trips out.”

Wareham is an ideal spot for many reasons. I would have reservations in returning for the following reasons _ Parking in the church car park was troublesome. We were approached by 2 people from the congregation (1 was the vicar) who made it clear that the parking situation is not agreed. Clearly they couldn't stop us parking there but it's obvious the arrangement is not amicable. It is not possible to park outside the property and the only other alternative is to street park in the town which is nearby. As a person renting a property and following instructions on where to park I do not expect to have to be met by confrontation and questions. We are very reasonable people but I should imagine this could cause some nastiness if the wrong person was approached. It is something that needs resolving so that customers do not have to deal with it. The photographs of the property show a lovely garden area to sit in. In reality this is not easily accessible and the back garden which is more accessible needs some TLC. I do think too that the gate to the property would benefit from some type of internal lock from a security point of view. Other than that, while the property was clean it felt like it needed an airing and a bit of maintenance (a couple of radiators didn't work and some rooms smelt a little foisty - nothing that letting a little air in wouldn't solve). Despite these little niggles, this is a lovely property in a great little town and close to everything you would possibly need to travel to.

- Sarah, May 2023

Im sorry to hear that you had issues with the parking , there is plenty of alternative parking along the walls if the church car park is in use for a service .We will look into this . Property Owner
Jessica June 2022

“We had a fantastic week in Elm Villa and really enjoyed being in Wareham - an even better location than we had imagined it would be.”

We appreciated being provided with cleaning cloths, spray and hand soap etc. We took oven gloves with us thanks to an earlier review! Instructions on using the play station for playing DVDs would have been useful - it took us a while to work it out! the first time! Otherwise a very lovely place to stay.

- Jessica, June 2022
Andrew May 2022

“Had a lovely stay and really enjoyed Wareham and the local areas.”

The house was very well situated for anyone wanting to visit the Dorset coast and countryside. Was immaculate throughout and very comfortable for the 4 of us - our only frustrations were around no oven gloves or anything else to manage hot dishes in the oven and the parking situation when we first arrived on the Saturday. Although we had been made aware that the Church car park would not be available after 5pm we arrived to find out it was not available until after 7:30pm which caused issues in unloading, that said it would not stop us from booking again.

- Andrew, May 2022
Rachel January 2022

“Lovely house, warm, clean and welcoming.”

- Rachel, January 2022

Hello Thank you for feedback I’m pleased you enjoyed your stay . Many thanks. Joanne Property Owner
Craig October 2021

“The property was great - good sized rooms, spotlessly clean and plenty of storage!”

Two small things - a second key would be helpful and a warning that there is no shaver socket in the bathroom (which can be easily remedied by taking an adaptor plug). The downside is the parking. Check-in is 5pm on Saturday. The only available parking is in the church car park and it isn’t available from 5-7 pm on a Saturday. If possible, an earlier check-in would at least allow to get the car unloaded before it had to be moved.

- Craig, October 2021

Thank you for your feedback, we have amended the check in time to 4pm to assist with the parking. Property Owner
David August 2021

“The villa is a fantastic base to explore the Jurassic coast and is just a short walk from the town centre where there are plenty of pubs/restaurants/cafes offering a good selection of food and drinks.”

The villa is a great property and catered well for my children with a good selection of board games and a playstation to keep them entertained. Would definitely recommend.

- David, August 2021
Louise July 2021

“Wareham was a fantastic location to explore from & Elm Villa was a home from home, beautifully clean & comfortable, thank you!”

- Louise, July 2021
Jodie July 2021

“Accommodation was superb.”

Very clean and well presented with a really homely, comfy feel. Had everything we needed. The sun room was a lovely bonus and the garden is beautiful. Excellent location on the doorstep into Wareham. Good local amenities, couple of nice pubs, we are at two really good restaurants- The Old Granary and The Italian Kitchen and hired a boat from the quay. The Bear was great for a drink. Not far by car to other great places. We absolutely loved our holiday here. Definitely recommend this property and Wareham itself as a great base to see Dorset.

- Jodie, July 2021

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Summary

Three bedrooms: 2 x double and 1 x twin
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC
Cloakroom/utility with basin and WC
Kitchen
Dining room with woodburning stove
Sitting room with electric fire
Sunroom
Heating with woodburning stove and electric fire
Electric oven, with gas hob, microwave fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with DVD Player and PlayStation, and WiFi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Courtyard and further enclosed lawn area
Travel cot and highchair provided
One designated parking space in car park
One well behaved dog welcome for £21 per week, Sorry no smoking
Shop 0.2 miles, pub 0.1 miles

The property

Lying at the heart of the quintessential market town of Wareham, you will find the beautiful dwelling of Elm Villa.

Exuding character and charm through striking period features such as wrought iron fireplaces and magnificent high-ceilings, this family-friendly abode makes a wonderful base from which to explore the true delights of Dorset.

Be welcomed into a bright and airy sunroom, perfect for unwinding with a warm cup of tea after an action-packed day by the coast.

Take to the attractive shaker-style kitchen to show off your culinary skills, as you prepare a delicious evening meal to be enjoyed at the farmhouse dining table that takes centre stage within the dining room.

Throw a log onto the woodburning stove as you gather with family or friends and begin to map out your plans for the upcoming days, before retiring to the sitting room for an enthralling film on the TV.

The ground floor is complete with a handy cloakroom/utility room, whilst the first floor boasts a tranquil shower room.

Discover three well-appointed bedrooms including two double and a twin, where you can escape the excitement with your favourite book or lay your head to rest at the end of another memorable day.

Soak up the sunshine in the courtyard as you indulge in breakfast alfresco, before grabbing your most comfortable walking boots and heading for the coast.

Admire vast seascapes as you embark on a scenic hike along the South West Coast Path, starting at the magnificent Studland and Godlingston Heath National Nature Reserve and making your way along to the Purbeck Heritage Coast.

Discover the impressive Wellington Clock Tower and the breath-taking Durlston Castle, before stopping off in Swanage for a tasty lunch at one of the many local cafes.

Explore the luscious landscapes of Hartland Moor National Nature Reserve or enjoy a fun-filled day at Athelhampton House.

Children will enjoy days spent at Monkey World or Farmers Palmers, whilst avid historians can delight in a trip to Corfe Castle.

A short drive away lies the bustling seaside towns of Bournemouth and Weymouth, filled with exciting activities and landmarks for the whole family to enjoy.

For the ultimate family holiday to Dorset, be sure to stay at Elm Villa for a memorable getaway.

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

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About the location

WAREHAM

Corfe Castle 5 miles; Poole 9 miles; Swanage 11 miles;

Wareham, affectionately known as the ‘Gateway to the Purbecks’ is an ancient Dorset waterside market town. Situated between the River Frome and quaintly named River Piddle, its charming riverside location makes the town a popular holiday destination. Dating back to Saxon times, the town was once surrounded by walls, and became an important port with boats bringing supplies up the River Frome from nearby Poole harbour. Today, the river provides a great playground, you can hire a boat from the attractive quayside and chug your way down the stream, take one of the regular organised boat trips, browse the colourful Saturday market or simply just enjoy an ice cream or a drink relaxing on the Quayside. Whilst seasonally there are also numerous popular events taking place beside the river. A short drive takes you to the Arne peninsula jutting out into Poole Harbour, a designated RSPB reserve, where you can stroll down to the water’s edge, taking in glimpses of the impressive bird population and often viewing some of the resident deer. The friendly seaside resort of Swanage is also easily accessible, where you can experience a traditional family-friendly day out on the beach, or take the coastal path and stop off for refreshment at Durlston Country Park. A real treat is to drive to nearby Corfe Castle and take the vintage steam railway to Swanage. Wareham offers visitors a super Dorset holiday destination at anytime of the year.

Please note- Dogs are not allowed upstairs, on furniture or to be left unattended in the property.
Please note- Garden is enclosed but not secure.
Please note: Window cleaner visits property once a month to clean the outside of the windows.

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Reviews & Ratings

“Problem with bathroom light sorted very quickly, lots of helpful cooking ingredients.”

“Lovely stay at Elm Villa, comfortable, clean and well equipped.”

“Dining room had mold and had an unpleasant smell.”

“We loved this town house- it was perfect for our week.”

“We were very happy with our stay in Elm Villa overall.”

“It was a pleasure to stay at Elm Villa.”

“Loved staying at Elm Villa extremely relaxing with everything we needed, a real home from home.”

“The property was clean and is well situated for trips out.”

“We had a fantastic week in Elm Villa and really enjoyed being in Wareham - an even better location than we had imagined it would be.”

“Had a lovely stay and really enjoyed Wareham and the local areas.”

“Lovely house, warm, clean and welcoming.”

“The property was great - good sized rooms, spotlessly clean and plenty of storage!”

“The villa is a fantastic base to explore the Jurassic coast and is just a short walk from the town centre where there are plenty of pubs/restaurants/cafes offering a good selection of food and drinks.”

“Wareham was a fantastic location to explore from & Elm Villa was a home from home, beautifully clean & comfortable, thank you!”

“Accommodation was superb.”

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About the location

WAREHAM