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Jurassic Coast House

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ID: S126604

Bedrooms 4
・Sleeps 8
・Pets 2

Guests say

This summary has been generated using feedback from guests who have stayed at this property

Jurassic Coast House in Portland is a spacious and well-equipped property with stunning views, ideal for families and pet-friendly. Guests appreciate the local amenities, child-friendly extras, and the proximity to attractions. Some minor maintenance issues and cleanliness concerns were noted, but overall, the house offers a comfortable and enjoyable stay.

Cleanliness

Cleanliness received mixed reviews. While some guests found the property spotless, others reported issues with dirt, dust, and unclean appliances. The garden's upkeep was also mentioned. The majority of comments, however, suggest a satisfactory level of cleanliness.

Location

The location is highly praised for its proximity to local shops, pubs, and attractions like Chesil Beach and the Jurassic coast. The area's history and friendly locals add to the appeal, making it a great base for exploring.

Comfort

Comfort is well-regarded, with guests finding the beds comfortable and the living spaces spacious. Some mentioned the need for blackout curtains and better-adjusted shower heads, but overall, the property provides a comfortable stay.

Facilities

Facilities are generally appreciated, especially the well-equipped kitchen and entertainment options. Maintenance issues like a faulty tumble dryer and internet router were noted. The property's amenities cater well to families and groups, despite some room for improvement.

Thoughtfulness

Unfortunately we’ve been unable assess this category comprehensively enough based on the reviews we’ve received from guests about this property.

About this property

Located in a stunning residential development, The Officer’s Field, Jurassic Coast House was originally built to house athletes during the 2012 Olympic sailing events and situated on the edge of the Isle of Portland on the World Heritage Coast in Dorset.

Accommodating up to eight guests in four bedrooms spread over three floors, a lower ground floor (garden floor), ground floor and first floor.

With a generous open plan living area with a kitchen and dining area extending to an enclosed garden, the house is ideal for guests who enjoy cooking, eating and unwinding together.

Jurassic Coast House has been finished and decorated to a high standard throughout, a 4 star gold property, the luxurious master bedroom on the first floor with en-suite shower has a furnished terrace which is in the perfect position to enjoy a refreshing drink as you admire the views of the world-famous Chesil beach.

The sitting room also has views over Chesil beach where you can some quiet time reading or just to planning the next day with family or friends.

The fully enclosed rear AstroTurf garden has is always a vivid green and complete with a mini-pitching green with golf clubs supplied.

With parking for 2 cars adjacent to the front door and only 5 meters away, parking will never be a problem.

A short stroll will take you to the National Sailing Academy where you can enjoy sailing or windsurfing. For the ramblers, you can walk part of the South West Coastal Path which runs right around Portland. There are still traditional working quarries on the island where Portland stone was used in famous buildings such as St Paul’s cathedral has been excavated, some of them have been turned to reserves, filled with butterflies and other wildlife in summer. With three lighthouses (a favoured location for birders and twitchers), Portland castle and the beautiful Church Ope Cove, the isle is a ramblers’ delight. You will also discover numerous restaurants and cafes. Local are a convenient a five-minute stroll away.

The Georgian seaside town of Weymouth is just a 15-minute drive away where you will find the long and sandy award-winning beach with traditional donkey rides, trampolines and ice cream chalets.

Jurrasic Coast House is a contemporary and spacious holiday house perfect for family or friends looking for a holiday in Dorset.

On Dorset's spectacular Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site, the village of Fortuneswell can be found on the rugged Isle of Portland, joined to the mainland via Chesil Beach, a pebble spit, which stretches 18 miles towards West Bay. Formerly a quarrying area, Fortuneswell boasts a good variety of shops, pubs and restaurants, along with an intriguing maze of streets that wind their way up a steep hill to offer stunning views of the Jurassic Coast and the rolling hills of Dorset beyond. The surrounding countryside is well known as a birdwatcher’s paradise, plus with great walking and climbing opportunities, an array of watersport activities, wonderful sandy beaches, and Weymouth just 5 miles away, this super holiday destination is not to be missed!

Accommodation

Over three floors.

Four bedrooms: 1 x ground floor twin single, 1 x ground floor double, 1 x twin single, 1 x king-size double with en-suite shower, basin and WC.

Ground floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.

Ground floor cloakroom with basin and WC.

Lower ground floor kitchen with dining area.

Lower ground floor utility room.

Sitting room.

Sustainable eco-friendly central heating/hot water system, electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, TV (most TV's have a Fire-stick), Sonos wireless music player, golf clubs for use on the mini garden putting area, selection of books.

Fuel, power included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Cot and high chair available.

Off road parking for two cars- if you are bringing a third vehicle, please make use of a local car park.

Roof terrace with furniture, fully enclosed back garden, patio and furniture.

Sorry, no smoking.

Pub and shop 5 min.

Beach 5 min.

Charge of £21 per pet per week.

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