Thatched Cottage | Charmouth | Dorset And Somerset

4.3★

6 Guests
3 Bedrooms
1 Bathroom
Pets Yes
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Features

Garden / Patio
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Dishwasher
Seaside
Broadband / WiFi

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Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

31 Customer Review(s)

Vicky
August 2025

“We had a lovely stay at Thatched Cottage.”

It was a good size to accommodate our party of 4 adults, 2 children and 2 dogs. The welcome package of local goods was a lovely gift. It is a very steep walk back from the beach etc so not for the faint hearted! But Charmouth had everything we needed for a week… beach, pubs, fish & chip shop, bakery, playing fields and playground…. A great holiday for adults, kids and dogs!

It was a good size to accommodate our party of 4 adults, 2 children and 2 dogs. The welcome package of local goods was a lovely gift. It is a very steep walk back from the beach etc so not for the faint hearted! But Charmouth had everything we needed for a week… beach, pubs, fish & chip shop, bakery, playing fields and playground…. A great holiday for adults, kids and dogs!

- Vicky, August 2025
Lara July 2025

“We loved our stay at Thatched Cottage.”

The cottage is charming and very well equipped with everything you could possibly want or need and surprisingly spacious. Nicely decorated with Nick Botting paintings. Lovely little garden with a terrace ideal for morning coffee or sipping a g&t in the evening. We would have no hesitation in booking the cottage again.

- Lara, July 2025
Lynda July 2025

“Nice cottage, although the road outside is very busy.”

The beds and pillows were very comfortable. The shower was small but adequate. The overall cleanliness wasn’t great. The crockery and cutlery were all good also the appliances however, the pots and pans were not clean and way past their best days! As this was a self catering holiday it is essential that cooking equipment is clean and useable. The bins were full on our arrival and we also had to clean the floors. The garden was good though and dog proof.

- Lynda, July 2025
Alison June 2025

“Lovely cottage .”

Enjoyed our stay with our 2 dogd..near to beach ..walks and shops..on foot!! . .could do with some nice comfy garden furnitre to sit on!! would be even better! ..loved the conservatory.!!..overall a lovely stay..Thankyou

- Alison, June 2025
Amanda June 2025

“We would like to say that the Thatched cottage is a charming and generally well appointed cottage - however it is completely blighted by the road - the traffic was constant, dangerous and fast driving past the property day and night, which meant relaxing in the lounge largely impossible and did not make for restful nights sleep, as both main bedrooms are on the road side.”

The garden was very overgrown - especially the lawn and garden furniture very shabby. Overall the cottage was clean and tidy. We had to request extra bin bags and both bulbs in the bathroom needed replacing.

- Amanda, June 2025

Thank you for taking the time to leave your feedback. We’re really pleased to hear that you found The Thatched Cottage charming, clean, and well appointed — it’s a lovely, characterful property with a great deal of history, and we're glad you appreciated its unique charm. We’re sorry to hear that you found the roadside location disruptive during your stay. The cottage is situated in a setting where traffic levels can vary, and while many guests enjoy the convenience of the location, we understand this may not suit everyone’s preferences. We’ve made note of your comments to help manage expectations for future guests. With regard to the garden, this is regularly maintained and was recently attended to prior to your stay. That said, we do appreciate that styles of garden maintenance can be quite subjective. The garden furniture is traditional cast iron, in keeping with the age and style of the cottage, and we feel that this and the mature feel of the garden complement the property's historic character. Thank you for bringing the bathroom bulbs and bin bag request to our attention. These have now been addressed to ensure the next guests enjoy a smooth and comfortable experience. We always appreciate constructive feedback and hope you were still able to enjoy your time exploring the surrounding area. Property Owner
David May 2025

“A beautifully cosy cottage with everything you need, including a wonderful welcome pack of local things.”

Would highly recommend a stay there!

- David, May 2025
Diane May 2025

“We had a lovely stay, house and garden very nice, parking was not a problem.”

Only issue and rethinking how to adjust it was putting purple bags into black seagull back not big enough and previous people contents which could probably could not be helped, hence the same problem for people staying after us. Also do not like having to take sheets of the bed, we are on holiday and that was exhausting then having a six hours drive home.

- Diane, May 2025
Sandra May 2025

“We have had 3 holidays in thatched cottage.”

We've had to call out maintenance. To deal with a couple of problems..This time it was a hornet down the chimney one evening. Maintained came out next day and as usual got the job done, chimney sealed and the room cleaned of dust. Great team. I did clean down the doors and bannisters. But we are comfy there and hope to. Return again. Our little dog thinks it's home from home.

- Sandra, May 2025
Jayne May 2025

“Wow, what an amazing quirky cottage which had everything we needed for a perfect stay.”

From the awesome welcome pack to the lovely homely atmosphere you created, we felt right at home in Thatched Cottage. It catered for our every need for a delightful break for 2 adults (62 & 72) and a small dog. One small suggestion would be to have a couple of firmer pillows on some of the beds as we both struggle with soft ones. Thatched Cottage is set in a great location at the top of Charmouth with easy access down to the beach and also the local bus service if you didn’t want to use your car. Having sampled food from both pubs, goodies from the bakery and breakfast baps from the beachfront cafe, we were fuelled up to explore this gorgeous part of the Dorset coast. Thank you!

- Jayne, May 2025
Catherine April 2025

“The cottage is in a wonderful location, ideal for shop, pub and beach.”

The property itself in beautiful. Roomy, well equipped and wonderful garden to allow our dog to play. Thank you. We both thoroughly enjoyed our time and would like to return in the future.

- Catherine, April 2025

Thank you very much for such a positive review - it is really satisfying to learn that you enjoyed your stay so much. We love the charm of the old house, its lovely garden, outlook and location, and it is lovely to read that you feel the same. Property Owner
Sarah April 2025

“Lovely cottage we would recommend staying here.”

Very spacious and nice enclosed private garden. It’s a shame the fire doesn’t work as that would make it much more cosy in the evening. Short walk to shops and the coast and easy drive to all the main areas. Lyme Regis is only down the road and has lots of facilities.

- Sarah, April 2025
Joss December 2024

“The thatched cottage is a lovely, cosy, comfortable ,well equipped cottage.”

We had a lovely break over Christmas and everything we needed was supplied. On arrival we were greeted with a lighted Christmas tree and welcome bag which we really appreciated. Would love to return in the future.

- Joss, December 2024

Thank you for your review. We are delighted that your first impression was good - we have done our best to make it a welcoming cottage in the winter too, so it's lovely when it's appreciated. Do come again. Happy New Year ! Property Owner
Ginny September 2024

“A perfect dog friendly base for exploring Charmouth.”

The car did not move all week. Plenty of walking opportunities. The property is on different levels which we soon got used to. Basic kitchen but suited our needs.

- Ginny, September 2024

Thank you for this - it is lovely to hear that you enjoyed the house and its surroundings. We love it there and are delighted to learn that you felt it was a perfect dog friendly base! Property Owner
Alison August 2024

“Spent a wonderful 2 weeks at Thatched Cottage.”

The cottage provided everything that we needed. It was clean, tidy and homely. Only a 10 min walk to the beach at Charmouth although the walk back to the cottage was up a steep hill - something to consider before you book if you struggle with walking up hills! We definitely shed a few pounds pushing the buggy up the hill! We'd never been to Dorset before and were keen to explore the county - Charmouth was a great base from which to do this from.

- Alison, August 2024
Sharon August 2024

“Generally the cottage needs some maintenance and a good spring clean.”

The garden grass needed cutting, the downstairs bathroom taps were really dirty at the base, the throw on tbe settee was a cheap baby blanket, dirty oven gloves. There was also no sun umbrella which is unusual. The road outside the property is busy with double decker buses and caravans driving past. It does dies down at night but starts up again early in the morning.

- Sharon, August 2024

Thank you for this feedback - it is good to hear your thoughts. The taps are being changed - annoyingly the first order was faulty and we are awaiting their replacements. Our marvellous gardener comes every Saturday morning but she cannot cut the grass if it is wet, so in the summer months the grass can get long very quickly. We do have a number of cheap throws for the sofa we expect some people's dogs to lie on and I am sorry if you feel they should be better - I will have a look at alternatives. I hope you enjoyed your stay despite these issues. Property Owner
Sarah July 2024

“We did love staying in this beautiful cottage.”

Charmouth is gorgeous and I'm looking forward to coming back next year. Ther was a few bits but they have already mentioned. We did love the welcome package and I found it wonderful to have some basic cleaning supplies and had soap without horrible chemicals . Thank you for a lovely holiday.

- Sarah, July 2024
Nick July 2024

“We had the issue with the running tap that wasn't resolved by the time we left although the company were communicative about it.”

Other bits of maintenance are needed, the fridge leaks water on to the floor and the lights in the bathroom have a loose connection as kept going on and off. Outside the lawn had clearly not been cut for a few weeks. Nice cottage marred slightly by the above.

- Nick, July 2024
Alain July 2024

“Alte Cottage mit style.”

Jetzt weiss ich wie Engländer leben. Es hatte alles was braucht. Es ist alles älter als auf die Bilder. Wir haben den Wintergarten genossen. Der Wasser-Hahn in Bad war leider immer noch nicht repariert. Gemäss Rezension in Juni war es schon defekt. Unser Juli-Woche war regnerisch darum konnten wir den harten nicht geniessen. Sehr schöne Umgebungen mit viel zu tun.

- Alain, July 2024
Tracy June 2024

“Lovely cute cottage, well stocked and very comfortable beds!”

Kind welcome gift! Lots to see and do in the area. Loved fossil and sea glass hunting on Charmouth Beach. Would highly recommend.

- Tracy, June 2024
Colin June 2024

“Lovely cottage, very well presented.”

The main cold tap in the bathroom will not turn off. It was far more than a drip and needs sorting asap. It was running when we arrived and obviously the cleaner was well aware not that he or she could have fixed themselves Everything else was great Thanks

- Colin, June 2024
Eric June 2024

“A beautiful holiday home .”

We had such a lovely time. And the weather overall was great .so spent many evenings in the garden

- Eric, June 2024
Philip June 2024

“Enjoyed our week very much.”

Lovely property with a private garden which catches the morning sun on the terrace. On road parking right outside the door. Not far to walk into town and the coast path passes close to the cottage. Dry weather a bonus.

- Philip, June 2024
Stella April 2024

“Lovely warm, comfortable cottage.”

Well provided for in terms of amenities. Garden had a sea view when it wasn't raining and the garden room was a lovely place to chill. Location was very convenient with short walk to the beach and into the village for the shops two pubs and really excellent chip shop. The parking outside the cottage wasn't difficult and the road was quiet at night

- Stella, April 2024
Tracy March 2024

“The property is fantastic and very well equipped.”

A couple of things though we thought need looking at were: the toilet seat in the downstairs loo as it needs tightening and the handbasin taps in the bathroom currently need an extra quarter turn after thinking they were shut off, otherwise they were still running. Also I bought Scrabble and I hope you don't mind that we left it in the property as there were no games other than a pack of cards, and a puzzle, which we felt was unusual. And we only found the 2024 tide book on the penultimate day as it was tucked amongst the general books. Knowing it was available would have made things a tad easier. As I said though, fantastic house and garden. Would absolutely stay again!

- Tracy, March 2024
Catherine January 2024

“We loved Thatched Cottage and would happily revisit in the future, the decor and facilities were lovely and of a high quality, the beds and crisp white linens were comfortable and greatly appreciated after a day smashing things on the beach!”

We couldn't find instructions for either the cooker or the washing machine it would make things easier if these could be supplied.

- Catherine, January 2024

Dear Catherine, Thank you for your feedback - it is good to hear that you enjoyed staying in Thatched Cottage as we have gone to great effort to make it as welcoming as we can. I agree that instructions would help for both the cooker and washing machine and will make a point of organising something that will, I hope, help clarify how to work them. Best wishes, Nick. Property Owner
Judith November 2023

“Lovely cottage with good quality furniture and equipment.”

Beds super comfy. Conservatory was lovely in the sunshine. Heating wasn't on when we arrived and on a cold weekend we had to keep boosting it manually. Given that it is dog friendly a couple of extra throws in the lounge would be welcome and reduce worry over white sofa!! Best welcome pack EVER!!!!

- Judith, November 2023
Debra October 2023

“We had a lovely stay at Thatched Cottage in Charmouth.”

Even though it was on the main road that runs through Charmouth it was very peaceful. The garden was nicely enclosed which is great for people with 'normal' dogs but if you have a dog like ours, who climbs like a cat, the raised area in the corner is a problem! It would have been nice to have mirrors in the bedrooms for hair drying etc. but overall everything was provided for. The downside for us was the rubbish collection. The rubbish from previous tenants was still in the seagull sack and the bin in the back yard. Overall we had a lovely stay and would recommend the cottage to family and friends.

- Debra, October 2023
Julie September 2023

“Lovely cottage and garden and great location (despite the steep hill to the village centre!”

) Would recommend an outside light to garden as steps difficult and dangerous at night. Noticed when we were leaving rain leaking in through garden door. We had a lovely time here and thankyou for the welcome pack (unexpected treat) and guest guide which was very useful.

- Julie, September 2023
Diane September 2023

“The Thatched Cottage is a lovely, clean and well maintained comfortable cottage, with a pretty and very sunny garden.”

The on street parking was never a problem for us all. Charmouth is a scenic and unspoilt little town. Dogs are allowed on the east side of the lovely beach all year which was a great bonus in September. The shops are good and the food in the Royal Oak pub was delicious. We can definitely recommend this lovely, spacious cottage with a delightful sun room overlooking the private garden. The only negative for us was that we did find the road at the front rather noisy and although it's only a short walk to the beach, pubs etc, the cottage is at the top of quite a steep hill on return! Thank you to the owner for a really fabulous holiday, the weather was fantastic and we appreciated our lovely welcome gifts. Charmouth is most definitely worth a visit.

- Diane, September 2023
Emily August 2023

“We had a lovely week at Thatched cottage.”

The welcome gifts were a really pleasant surprise, Thank you. The house has been really thoughtfully presented, is well equipped and has a lot of character. The garden is a sun trap and a great place to hang out. Our only slight gripe was the mattress in the master bedroom dipped a bit in the middle, so might need replacing at some point.We had no issues with parking both our cars on the street outside the house. We had a great meal at the George in Chideock, The kids recommended the fish and chips from the village and the bakery was brilliant for fantastic bread, scones, crab sandwiches and pasties!

- Emily, August 2023
Andrea July 2023

“We all had an enjoyable week staying at the property and appreciated the welcome gift bag!”

The conservatory and garden were well used and we even saw deer on the field behind the property. The beds were very comfy too. Mirrors in the bedrooms are greatly needed!!! We had no way of drying/styling our hair in view, this was a problem with two teenager daughters and two other women in the group. Another must is hanging rails for clothes, none of us ended up unpacking our clothes properly as there were only coat hooks and hàngers in the rooms which seemed a bit too basic to be honest. There were also quite a few moths which might need looking into. Overall Thatched Cottage was a clean and well stocked for cleaning products etc cottage and the kitchen had all the things we needed and more making it very comfortable.

- Andrea, July 2023

Thank you for your comments which we will pass onto the owner for consideration. We hope you enjoyed your holiday,. The Lyme Bay Team Property Owner

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Summary

Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size, 1 x double, 1 x twin
Bathroom with roll-top bath, walk-in shower, basin and WC
Kitchen/diner
Utility/cloakroom
Sitting room
Sunroom
Gas central heating
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher
Smart TV, WiFi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Unallocated, roadside parking
Enclosed rear garden with patio and furniture
Two well-behaved dogs welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop 0.3 miles, pub 0.3 miles, beach 0.6 miles
Note: Twin room has single bed and a small single bed
Note: Check-in from 4pm, check-out by 10am
Note: There are steps in the garden

The property

Thatched Cottage has a great deal of period charm, with a beautiful, secluded garden, it sits on a village road within a short walk of both the sea and local amenities. It is a Grade II listed three-bedroomed house sleeping up to six guests. Located in the coastal village of Charmouth, the property is ideally situated for those looking for a holiday on the UNESCO World Heritage Jurassic Coast. The house has a comfortable sitting room to the front of the property. The kitchen has a farmhouse style to it with its Welsh dresser and views across the garden to the field beyond. The farmhouse type table and chairs are welcoming and make for a relaxing space for the family to enjoy their meals together, whilst the fitted kitchen and appliances lend it a modernity. A utility / cloakroom on the ground floor is particularly useful when coming in from the beach. The staircase leads to a half landing where you will find the delightful conservatory, allowing you to sit quietly with your morning cup of tea or evening drink, looking out onto the pretty cottage garden and hillside beyond. The family bathroom with its roll-top bath and separate shower is also on this floor. Continue up the stairs to reach the three bedrooms: to the front of the house a king-size bedroom and a double bedroom, both of which enjoy views of the rural Dorset countryside. You can look across the roof tops to the rural countryside. The twin bedroom, at the rear of the house, has an intriguing stable door and looks out over the garden. The garden of Thatched Cottage is a real delight with its lawn, mature planting and shrubs that include roses, hydrangeas and honeysuckle. A raised terrace with table and chairs, sheltered by a stone wall, is the perfect spot to sit and eat should weather allow, and to take in the views across Charmouth to the sea in the distance. Being so close to the coast, you’ll want to head out to explore the town and coast of Charmouth. A short walk will take you to a good selection of local shops and village pubs, and the beaches. Renowned for its fossils, you can learn about the areas rich geological history at the Heritage Centre on the seafront, before trying to find your own fossils or mermaid’s tears on the beaches. Popular with walkers, the breathtaking South West coastal footpath passes through Charmouth and takes in sites of special interest such as Golden Cap and Stonebarrow. Why not head to neighbouring Lyme Regis with its iconic Cobb harbour, where you will find a great choice of eateries and galleries as well as visitor attractions including Lyme Regis Aquarium, The Marine theatre and town museum. Other places to visit for a family day out include Seaton with its mile long beach, Wetlands Centre and tramway, where you can hop onboard for a journey along the River Axe. Other family favourites include the picturesque fishing village of Beer or the Axe Valley Animal Park, a compact zoo is home to a variety of animals from around the world. So whether you are looking for a family seaside holiday, or wanting to explore this coastline on foot, you can enjoy this and more at the Thatched Cottage. GROUND FLOOR (stone steps to access) Entrance hall leading to Lounge Kitchen with fitted appliances, dining table and French dresser Utility/cloakroom with washer/dryer, freezer, wash basin & w.c. Staircase leading to half landing and Sunroom with table and chairs and enjoying views over the garden and countryside beyond Family bathroom with roll top bath, shower cubicle, wash basin & W.C. FIRST FLOOR Bed 1: king-size bedroom with views to the front Bed 2: double bedroom with views to the front Bed 3: twin room with 1 single bed & 1 small single bed OUTSIDE Stone steps lead from the hallway to the garden, with lawned area, patio and seating areas Further steps lead to a raised seating area with table and chairs when you can enjoy the rural outlook and views over Charmouth to the sea beyond. GENERAL INFORMATION On-street parking - not allocated Utilities included Linen and Towels included FACILITIES Smart TV WiFi Electric oven and hob Fridge (no icebox) Microwave Dishwasher Freezer Washer/Dryer Gas central heating Hairdryer

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Charmouth

Charmouth is an unspoilt seaside village, set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with a fantastic beach world renowned for its fossils on the famous Jurassic Coast.

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“We had a lovely stay at Thatched Cottage.”

“We loved our stay at Thatched Cottage.”

“Nice cottage, although the road outside is very busy.”

“Lovely cottage .”

“A beautifully cosy cottage with everything you need, including a wonderful welcome pack of local things.”

“We had a lovely stay, house and garden very nice, parking was not a problem.”

“We have had 3 holidays in thatched cottage.”

“Wow, what an amazing quirky cottage which had everything we needed for a perfect stay.”

“The cottage is in a wonderful location, ideal for shop, pub and beach.”

“Lovely cottage we would recommend staying here.”

“The thatched cottage is a lovely, cosy, comfortable ,well equipped cottage.”

“A perfect dog friendly base for exploring Charmouth.”

“Spent a wonderful 2 weeks at Thatched Cottage.”

“Generally the cottage needs some maintenance and a good spring clean.”

“We did love staying in this beautiful cottage.”

“We had the issue with the running tap that wasn't resolved by the time we left although the company were communicative about it.”

“Alte Cottage mit style.”

“Lovely cute cottage, well stocked and very comfortable beds!”

“Lovely cottage, very well presented.”

“A beautiful holiday home .”

“Enjoyed our week very much.”

“Lovely warm, comfortable cottage.”

“The property is fantastic and very well equipped.”

“We loved Thatched Cottage and would happily revisit in the future, the decor and facilities were lovely and of a high quality, the beds and crisp white linens were comfortable and greatly appreciated after a day smashing things on the beach!”

“Lovely cottage with good quality furniture and equipment.”

“We had a lovely stay at Thatched Cottage in Charmouth.”

“Lovely cottage and garden and great location (despite the steep hill to the village centre!”

“The Thatched Cottage is a lovely, clean and well maintained comfortable cottage, with a pretty and very sunny garden.”