Casterbridge

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Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor accommodation
Ground floor bedroom
Smoke-free
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews

Mrs Woodward
March 2019

“Lovely holiday, cottage spacious and had everything we could need, private garden which was brilliant for our dog, close to Weymouth but quiet location with some lovely walks, highly recommended.”
Mr Stone February 2019

“Lovely stay in a wonderful village.”
Mr Mitchell September 2018

“Our family rented three of the five properties in this development one for long weekend the other two for week each for wedding.”

Families arrived from Alaska, Pennsylvania and Glasgow this was a real jewel find it was truly perfect in every way, fabulous size of properties for gathering facilities perfect and what a great location for seeing the surrounding area we will definitely return.
Mrs Kitchen August 2018

“We had a very good week in Casterbridge but we would only recommend it if you were prepared to accept the dog hair covered rug and the dog smells both in the bedrooms and downstairs.”

this was a shame as the cottage was in a lovely area and well situated for coast and country. We would also like to see a clothes airer and more cooking equipment for people who do not eat out all the time. We were surprised that there were no cleaning materials provided as we like to leave a cottage as we found it, and keep the kitchen and bathrooms clean during the week. We were also surprised at the lack of a pint of milk on arrival as we have found in all other cottages we have been in over the last 40 years.
Mr Gryschka May 2018

“Pretty nice cottage in a nice quiet area.”

In sum, we really liked it here. All furniture are similar to an Ikea furniture store, which is not a disadvantage. But you notice at some corners and edges, that the house already has a few tenants behind. The only things we really did not like: After a long journey on the first day we unfortunately had to find out that Helen had given us a wrong code for the locker to the key. Helen was unfortunately not available by phone and it took a while until we finally got the correct code. In the bedroom on ground floor and in the bedding it smelled quite intense for a dog (someone who knows the smell of a wet dog fur, knows what I'm talking about). In the window corners in bedroom were still dead bees and flies and the laundry of the predecessor was still in the washing machine. The stove was really dirty so we did not dare to use it. The cleaning staff would have had to notice immediately when cleaning. But all in all, we would definitely come back.
Mrs Rogers March 2018

“We’ve had a wonderful stay, great accommodation and had everything we needed.”

Perfect location, nice and quiet and great for easy access to Dorchester and Weymouth. The dogs loved their holiday, great to have such nice dog friendly accommodation.
Mrs Hampton February 2018

“Lovely, clean, open plan holiday let.”

Modern with a great enclosed garden and another garden for kids to run around. Saw a deer across the fence while there! Beautiful place! Highly recommend!
Mrs Ball December 2017

“Fantastic accommodation & excellent location!”

The place is simple stunning and very spacious. All the immenities you could require and beautiful views and walks to be had with the dog. This is the second time myself and my family have stayed here and it hasn’t disappointed. Would highly recommend to anyone, especially dog owners as the standards are extremely high for accommodation that allows dogs. Sykes is our number one site to search for dog friendly holidays!
Mrs Dexter June 2017

“Parking spaces for the five properties could be marked out more clearly - on a couple of occasions cars were parked across more than one space making it difficult for the last people to arrive home to park.”
DianeW1981 November 2016

“Fantastic family cottage”

We have just spent a long weekend here with two teenagers. Smart tvs and hairdryers in every bedroom are brilliant for families. Two very good sized bathrooms. Very well equipped kitchen. Light and airy open plan layout. We are already planning another stay!
Tony S April 2016

“Billiant modern cottage - great facilities - great location - wonderful wifi!”

Just spent a brilliant week here in this new modern cottage. Great location for our visit to walking the coastal paths - in fact very pretty walks straight from the door. Very close to Weymouth and Dorchester with their excellent restaurants and entertainments. Lovely facilities and very well layed out accommodation which worked really well for 4 teenage girls and my wife and myself. They had their own rooms and we had a lovely separate double room with excellent en suite. Kitchen and lounge layout works really well with plenty of room to cook and eat altogether with lots of light and double height open plan spaces. Kitchen well fitted and stocked with equipment. Lots of well lit space outside so very easy for our dog. Plenty of parking. There is a fibre wifi with more than enough bandwidth to entertain all of us with films and games during some stormy weather. The owner Helen was immediately responsive to any enquiries. We had a great time and would certainly recommend this place to anyone. We will certainly be going back.
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North Manor Meadow Cottages

A cluster of five impressive, architect-designed cottages nestling in a semi-rural south Dorset location, within the valley of the River Wey, on the edge of the village of Upwey, just 3.5 miles north of Weymouth. These five wonderful holiday homes are grouped around an attractive shingled courtyard and are the perfect base for couples, families or friends who wish to enjoy all that Dorset has to offer. These superb cottages have been created to offer holiday accommodation of an exceptionally high standard, featuring vaulted ceilings and en-suite facilities, and great attention to detail has been made in the choice of furnishings and equipment in each one. Each cottage has its own private patio area, as well as use of attractive shared raised lawned areas that take you up shingle paths to a seating area. With such a variety of accommodation on offer, up to 24 people can enjoy the delights of this lovely location, situated so close to the family-friendly seaside resort of Weymouth with its golden sands, attractive harbour offering diving and fishing trips and all kinds of watersports. Locally, take a visit to nearby Portland with its rugged scenery and dramatic Chesil Beach, or venture inland to the attractive bustling market town of Dorchester, Thomas Hardy’s ‘Casterbridge’, where you will find a fine selection of shops and restaurants. In fact there’s so much to see and do, a week is hardly long enough! These luxurious cottages provide an excellent and convenient base from which to explore this stunning coastal area.

The property

Casterbridge is a quality semi-detached cottage, one of five on-site in a courtyard setting, on the edge of Upwey near Weymouth.

This superb holiday home is set mostly on the ground floor and has two zip/link king-size doubles, a bathroom and an open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area, as well as a first floor king-size double with en-suite.

Outside there's off road parking for two cars, a patio with furniture and shared use of a hillside garden with picnic benches.

Casterbridge is an excellent base at whatever time of year that you wish to stay.

Accommodation

Mostly ground floor. Three bedrooms: 1 x first floor king-size double with en-suite bath, shower over, basin and WC, 2 x king-size double (zip/link, can be twin on request). Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC. Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area.

Amenities

Gas central heating
Electric oven and ceramic hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, 4 x Smart TVs with Freeview, WiFi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Travel cot and highchair on request
Off road parking for 2 cars
Private patio with furniture, plus shared hillside garden with picnic benches
One well-behaved dog welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop and pub 10 mins walk
Beach 3.5 miles
Note: Dogs must be kept on a lead whilst outside, and nearby kennels available to rent by arrangement with owner
Note: Sloping ceiling in first floor bedroom.

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About the location

UPWEY

Dorchester 5 miles; Weymouth 4 miles.

The picturesque village of Upwey lies just four miles north of Weymouth, nestling beneath the Dorset Ridgeway, and takes its name from the shallow chalk stream, the River Wey, which bubbles up here from an underground spring. Upwey is well-known for its Wishing Well, where George III once sought the benefits of the natural spring water. It is now a delightful tea room, serving lunches and traditional cream teas. There are a number of footpaths leading directly from the village to miles of unspoilt countryside, and close by is the market town of Dorchester, Thomas Hardy’s ’Casterbridge’. An easy drive or bus ride takes you to the popular seaside resort of Weymouth offering visitors glorious golden sandy beaches, excellent watersports facilities and a bustling harbour. An attractive village location and an ideal place to escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

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Casterbridge

Upwey near Weymouth, Dorset (Ref. 932161)

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Reviews

“Lovely holiday, cottage spacious and had everything we could need, private garden which was brilliant for our dog, close to Weymouth but quiet location with some lovely walks, highly recommended.”

“Lovely stay in a wonderful village.”

“Our family rented three of the five properties in this development one for long weekend the other two for week each for wedding.”

“We had a very good week in Casterbridge but we would only recommend it if you were prepared to accept the dog hair covered rug and the dog smells both in the bedrooms and downstairs.”

“Pretty nice cottage in a nice quiet area.”

“We’ve had a wonderful stay, great accommodation and had everything we needed.”

“Lovely, clean, open plan holiday let.”

“Fantastic accommodation & excellent location!”

“Parking spaces for the five properties could be marked out more clearly - on a couple of occasions cars were parked across more than one space making it difficult for the last people to arrive home to park.”

“Fantastic family cottage”