Fisherman's Cottage, King Street
ID: S855298
- Bedrooms 2
- ・ Sleeps 4
- ・ Pets 2
Guests say
Fisherman's Cottage in Portland, Dorset, is generally praised for its comfort, lovely touches, and dog-friendly amenities. Guests appreciate the well-equipped space, comfortable bedding, and stunning views. While parking can be challenging, the location is ideal for exploring the coast. Some guests suggest improvements in maintenance and cleanliness, but the overall sentiment is positive, with many looking forward to returning.
Cleanliness is mostly satisfactory, with mentions of a well-maintained cottage. However, there are isolated reports of overlooked areas, such as under the sofa and in the bathroom cabinets, which slightly detract from the overall cleanliness.
The location is highly regarded for its easy access to local amenities and the coast. The steep hill and parking difficulties are noted, but the proximity to attractions and the inclusion of free parking are positive aspects.
Comfort is well-received with mentions of comfy beds, lovely bedding, and a great shower. Some guests find the furniture and mattress less comfortable, suggesting room for improvement.
Facilities are generally good, with modern appliances and thoughtful inclusions like a dog box. However, there are comments on the need for better maintenance of the outdoor area and updates to some furniture and kitchenware.
Thoughtfulness is evident in the special touches for guests and pets, though a welcome pack upon arrival would be a delightful addition. While gifts are appreciated, they are not guaranteed and vary by stay.
About this property
Fisherman's Cottage, King Street is a lovely semi-detached cottage with amazing sea views, resting in the coastal village of Fortuneswell, Portland near Weymouth in Dorset.
With attractions including World Heritage site of Chesil Beach nearby, this pet-friendly cottage is ideal for friends and family looking for a getaway to the Jurassic coasts of Dorset & Devon.
The kitchen is incredibly well equipped with a Smeg cooker and Bosch appliances. In autumn and winter, hearty meals can be enjoyed at the dining table, before you cosy up on the old leather sofa and chairs and catch up with a good book or play some board games, as the woodburning stove warms your feet. When sleep calls, freshen up in the ground-floor shower room, before catching your rest in either a well-presented double or a twin bedroom.
Outside, make the most of the sunshine by dining alfresco in the enclosed decked space which is a sun trap. With magnificent sea views; Portland is in fact the second sunniest place in England!
When you are ready to explore, head out into the seaside village of Fortuneswell, where you will find a supermarket within 100 metres for all of your essentials, as well as a selection of pubs and eateries, with options including The Cove House Inn, The Flat Café, and Quiddles Café.
And of course, don’t forget Salty Towers, the local award winning fish and chip shop just 20 metres away. For a more special meal try the Crab Shack which is about a 20 minute walk or 5 minute drive, with food all sourced locally.
The property is close to the impressive Chesil Beach, ideal for walking and watersports options are incredible at Portland Harbour, what with it being the home of the London Olympics sailing events.
Weymouth, a 10 minute car journey or bus ride away, is famous for its Georgian harbour, and restaurants, and the beach has recently been voted the best in the UK.
You can also visit Dorchester, 30 minutes away, where you will find a wide range of shops and amenities as you might expect from the County town. It’s also the home of Maiden Castle, the UK’s largest hill fort.
Perhaps Portland’s (and Dorset’s) crowning glory are the walks. It’s a rambler’s paradise with routes ranging from easy and flat along Chesil Beach to Weymouth or to Portland Bill or for the fitter, more demanding walks over to heritage sites like Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door.
Throw in some fossil hunting and you can see why Portland is the start of the Jurassic Coast World Heritage site, so why not lace up your walking boots and enjoy a picturesque hike?
There is so much to be explored with a stay at Fisherman's Cottage, King Street.
Situated on Dorset's spectacular Jurassic Coast, now a World Heritage Site, the village of Fortuneswell can be found on the rugged Isle of Portland peninsula, 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
Two bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite cloakroom with basin and WC, 1 x twin.
Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin, and WC.
Kitchen.
Living/dining room with woodburning stove
Gas central heating.
Gas oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, kettle, toaster.
Smart TV, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Cot and highchair.
Off-road parking for 1 small to medium car (on the steep slope in front of the left hand window- photo 1).
Rear enclosed multi-level decked garden with furniture.
Two well-behaved pets welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 0.1 miles, beach 0.3 miles
Nearby points of interest
- Lulworth Cove
- The Dinosaur Museum
Reviews (8)
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Simon
Positives first, newly renovated with modern appliances. Comfy bed and the wood burner is great. Dog box is a great idea too. Negatives, I would say the cleaner could have done a better job. There was broken glass under the sofa and dust that should have been cleaned up. Bit picky but there was still sawdust in the bathroom cabinets after fitting. Also kitchen could do with less bowls and more oven proof dishes. Cooking oil, salt and pepper would help too. A welcome pack I feel would also be a good idea, specially for visitors if they have traveled a long way and just want a brew before nipping to the Coop. We brought everything we needed but it would have been a nice gesture. Overall I loved the cottage but felt it had been renovated in about 2 days, thrown together and filled with pots and pans without too much thought for what people really use on a regular basis. Area is great with all the amenities you would ever need.
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Wendy
I had a quick glance over the reviews but unless they are consistent, I don't pay too much attention. Yes, it took me a few minutes to get the car parked, but I did it! I have a Nissan Juke and it fitted in the space perfectly. So we enter the cottage and the dogs go off for a sniff....straight to the care box provided by the hosts!! We loved this sentiment. Unpacked the car and settled straight in. The sun was shining, considering we'd just had weeks of rain! Husband read the welcome folder and started planning our walks. I felt immediately at home, as did my dogs. We always take blankets to dog friendly stays but there were some provided if required. Another sweet touch. Everything available to us were perfect. All furniture was comfortable and the wood burner was my favourite touch. I would definitely recommend this stay to anyone and everyone. Great value for money. The surrounding facilities are great. The Cove pub on the front of Chesil beach is fab and also dog friendly. The walks are brilliant. And most of all, people were incredibly friendly. Super tasty big portions of fish and chips up the road at Salty Towers. We couldn't fault a thing. Only 1 thing I'd agree with, with someone else's review would be a little side lamp in the living room. But it didn't affect a thing. We will return with our dogs and we cannot wait to.ezplore more of Portland. The hosts have put a lot of thought into all aspects of their cottage and we thank them for it.
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Frankie
We had a week long relaxing stay with a stunning view of the sea, comfy beds and a wonderful shower. We parked in the car park at the top of the road - it was a nice touch that the parking was free too! And ignore the moany reviews - the distance from the car park is not far at all (we were there in torrential rain and it didnât bother us!) The only thing missing that we would have loved on arrival was a welcome pack - after a four and a half hour drive through storms a cup of tea would have been perfect! Too tip - Tuesdays go down to cohesion beach and watch the SAS helicopter trainging. My goodness is was awesome - theyâre fearless! We will be back! â¤ï¸