Guests say
Nutwood Cottage in Charmouth is praised for its fabulous location, picturesque garden, and spacious, well-equipped interior. Guests appreciate the property's cleanliness, comfortable beds, and the welcome pack. While some mention minor issues with parking, dampness, and the need for upgrades in certain areas, the overall experience is positive, with many expressing a desire to return.
The property is consistently described as clean and tidy, with only one mention of a damp smell affecting the overall impression. The high level of cleanliness contributes positively to the guests' experiences.
The location is highly regarded for its proximity to beaches and local attractions. The picturesque views and easy access to Charmouth and Lyme are frequently mentioned, although some guests note the busy main road and the challenging walk back from the beach.
Guests find the property comfortable, with special mentions of the beds and mattresses. However, there are comments about small beds in double rooms, lumpy pillows, and thin curtains, which slightly detract from the comfort score.
The property is well-equipped and modernised, with a well-stocked kitchen and good bathrooms. Some guests suggest upgrades for items like the iron, kettle, and pillows. The parking facility, while appreciated, is noted to require maintenance.
The welcome pack is mentioned positively, indicating thoughtfulness. However, as gifts are not guaranteed for every stay, this aspect is appreciated but not expected. The provision of information booklets and a DVD player also reflects consideration for guests' needs.
About this property
Offering beautifully presented traditional accommodation, Nutwood is a charming cottage just a short distance from Charmouth in Dorset. The ideal holiday destination for families on holiday, the cottage offers guests the best of both worlds; traditional features but with a comprehensive selection of mod cons. The delightful sitting room draws guests in with an attractive woodburning stove, ample seating and feature wood flooring, creating a truly welcoming ambience. The light and airy kitchen is fitted with all the amenities you could possibly need to create some delicious hearty food for the family and you can take your pick from the formal dining table perfect for delicious gourmet dinners or if the weather allows then open the patio doors and step onto the terrace where there is another table all set up for alfresco dining. You can imagine spending many happy hours here on your holiday, basking in the sunshine and soaking up those gorgeous views. The gardens are a great space for the children to run around in and thanks to them being enclosed, means the grown-ups can relax and get into the holiday mood knowing they are safe. At bedtime, guests can choose from two doubles or a twin; all are stylishly presented and offer a calming sanctuary away from the hustle and bustle of holiday life. When you wake up in the morning, after a quick coffee on the terrace, it’s time to hit the sights and sounds of Dorset. Head into Charmouth where you will find a wonderful beach, some great shops and the fascinating Charmouth Heritage Coast Centre. Jump in the car for a scenic trip to attractions such as Tunnel Tree Tops, Axe Valley Wildlife Park, Pecorama, the Jurassic Fun Centre, Dinosaurland Fossil Museum and Seaton Tramway. The Jurassic coastline offers some fabulous scenery with towns along the way worth popping into including Lyme Regis, Seatown, West Bay, Beer and Branscombe. A memorable family holiday awaits with a stay at Nutwood.
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.
Accommodation
Over three floors.
Three bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite with walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x twin, 1 x second-floor double.
Bathroom with bath with shower over, basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Sitting room with woodburning stove
Gas central heating with woodburning stove.
Electric oven and grill, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine/tumble dryer, dishwasher.
Smart TV, Blu-Ray/DVD player, DAB radio, Fibre WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot.
Parking for one car in private car park nearby, through an archway, height restriction applies.
Enclosed rear garden with patio, summerhouse and garden furniture.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 0.3 miles, pub 0.3 miles.
Note: Logs for the woodburning stove are not supplied.
Note: Height restriction dimensions: Width - 2.9m Height - 2.37m, please note this parking is only suitable for cars - camper vans, motor homes, trailers etc are not permitted
Reviews (12)
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Tracy
Very clean, plenty of crockery and cooking utensils. Beds were very comfortable. Parking space a bonus although easier to park on road opposite house for loading/unloading. Great WiFi signal - also a bonus with a teenager. En-suite bedroom could benefit from a blackout blind but otherwise all perfect. Lovely welcome pack which was most appreciated. Very relaxing week.
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Jamie
Spacious downstairs living/dining area. Well equipped kitchen, dishwasher a bonus! Garden was stunning with excellent seating area. Plenty of room for the 5 of us and great space for our 3 year old to move around. Wonderful views from the two back bedrooms over the hills and bonus that the very top room has a small view of the sea! Downstairs bathroom was good. Shops, fish and chip shop and beach all within close reach. Having a dedicated parking spot was very handy. The welcome pack was a lovely touch. Having a dvd player with dvds available was helpful for keeping our little one busy when we were tired from the day. Lots of information and helpful booklets/leaflets everywhere. Plenty of wardrobe space. Negatives: The beds in the two double bedrooms were really very small and not comfortable. The pillows were also quite lumpy, which I think is probably from over washing. The curtains were incredibly thin so the rooms were very bright very early. The two couples in the double rooms didnât sleep well for the entire holiday. Things for people to consider: The house is on the main road into Charmouth and it is very busy. At night time, when buses and lorries go past these can be heard clearly and also make the upmost bedroom seem to âshakeâ. The house probably isnât suitable for elderly people due to steps down into the kitchen, bathroom and grass/garden, as well as the steep and narrow steps up to the top bedroom. The ceiling height in the top bedroom is quite low so you have to duck in places. The walk down to the beach is easy but Charmouth is on a hill so the walk back, especially if you have little ones, is really arduous.
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Chris
It is the second time we stayed at the property and its location and views are really excellent and it provides a good base to travel around or relax in. A minor point would be the off street parking which whilst handy and good, would benefit from some maintenance as the car park itself which is predominantly gravel based had deteriorated a bit so it was tricky at times getting the car out. Overall a good property in a lovely place.