Guests say
Marles Farmhouse receives high praise for its spaciousness, well-equipped kitchen, and beautiful, peaceful setting. The property is ideal for large family gatherings, offering ample living space, comfortable bedrooms, and a safe garden for children. The owners are commended for their friendliness and helpfulness, contributing to a welcoming and enjoyable stay.
Guests consistently describe the property as clean and well-maintained. One mention of an oven needing a better clean slightly impacts the score, but overall, the cleanliness is highly regarded.
The property's rural setting is appreciated for its tranquility and proximity to local attractions. The peaceful environment and nearby walks are highlights, although the single-track road access may require confident driving.
The farmhouse is praised for its comfortable living spaces, cosy atmosphere, and well-equipped rooms. A few guests mention the beds being a bit hard, suggesting room for improvement with mattress toppers.
The facilities are generally well-received, with a fully equipped kitchen and ample space. Some guests suggest additional entertainment options like a pool table and a second TV, and there was a minor issue with a fridge that was promptly resolved.
While the reviews reflect a positive experience with the owners' helpfulness and the property's amenities, there is no specific mention of gifts or special thoughtful touches that could be guaranteed for future guests. Therefore, a score cannot be provided.
About this property
About a mile from the pretty Dorset villages of Salwayash and Waytown, on the edge of the beautiful Marshwood Vale, an area of outstanding beauty and within the Dorset National Landscape is Marles Farmhouse.
This detached, stone-built, fabulous family home is approached along wooded lanes and bordered by rolling green fields.
Peaceful and secluded with no near neighbours, (The owner lives on-site in their converted dairy) the property was completely refurbished in 2015 to include modern comforts, which perfectly complement the original 19th century thick stone walls, beams and fireplace, to create a smart, spacious and welcoming home including many changes to minimise environmental impact such as solid wall insulation, solar with battery storage and water hearting, biomass heating and EV charging.
Since then, there have been ongoing improvements to ensure the property is kept up to date and the house and gardens are beautifully maintained.
A huge, well-equipped kitchen with polished granite surface, range cooker and a dining area big enough to accommodate everyone is the real heart of the home.
Stretch out in front of a cosy wood burning stove in the sitting room, or for those not so sunny days the family/games room with table football, TV/DVD/Blu-ray, and a WiFi/Bluetooth connected music system will keep everyone occupied. Alternatively, gather the family around the piano and sing along.
Also on the ground-floor is a twin bedroom and a shower-room making this property suitable for those who are less mobile.
Staircases at either end of the house lead to the first floor and five further bedrooms, all with pretty views over the garden and fields beyond, two king size doubles with en-suite shower-rooms, two twins with zip-linkable beds to create doubles and a family room with adult bunks.
There are two further bathrooms on this floor to complete the living accommodation.
Outside, to the front, a wide paved terrace with picnic benches and a barbecue catches the sun all day long, whilst to the rear, the cottage garden looking over sheep-grazed fields, and chickens (no cockerel!) has an enclosed lawn with table/chairs and is a great spot for morning coffee and wildlife-watching and you will see may see deer, foxes, owls and bats.
A children's climbing frame/swing and an open-fronted garage with table tennis are sure to be a great hit with the younger family members.
Scenic and secluded, Marles Farmhouse is perfectly placed for exploring this popular area of Dorset with good walking from the front door.
The vibrant market town of Bridport and the stunning Dorset coast with good sandy beaches at West Bay and Charmouth are all within 10 miles.
Further afield, you can spend the day hunting for fossils along the Jurassic Coast, take a stroll along the iconic 'Cobb' at Lyme Regis or visit the seaside town of Weymouth, where you'll find a variety of water sports to try.
The attractive market town of Bridport grew up around the River Brit, and was shaped by its extensive history of rope and net making. The long, wide streets and alleyways between the houses were once where the flax strands were twisted into rope, while today those streets are filled with an interesting variety of shops, restaurants and inns.
Accommodation
Six bedrooms: 2 x king-size double with en-suite shower room, 2 x twin (zip/link can be 6 ft double on request), 1 x adult bunk room.
Bathroom with bath, basin and WC.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Ground floor twin, ground floor shower room with shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen with dining area.
Utility room.
Sitting room with wood burning stove.
Family/games room with wood burning stove.
External games barn.
Central heating, underfloor heating with two wood burning stoves (wood Is provided).
Microwave, range cooker, fridge, “American” fridge-freezer, tumble dryer, washing machine, dishwasher, bread maker, Smart TV with Blu-ray/DVD, WiFi, fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Two cots and two highchairs.
Off road parking for six cars.
Electric vehicle charge point 7.4Kwh (charged at cost).
Enclosed garden with barbecue.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome.
Pub and a Cider tap room less than 1 mile from property.
Note: This property has a private water supply which is tested regularly.
Note: Check-in time 4pm.
Note: No Smoking/Vaping in the property
Reviews (67)
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Angie
Marles Farm is a great place to stay Plenty of space in the house, has two lounges which is great for giving everyone space The kitchen is huge and very well equipped, with added benefit of large utility room All bedrooms and bathrooms are well designed and equipped The house is a great blend of old and new Large garden spaces, with play equipment for children Itâs is a great rural location and only 30 minutes from beautiful West Bay beach and Bridport Seb, the host is very friendly, welcoming and helpful
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Richard
Very thoughtful over details. thoroughly recommend it
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David
It is the perfect base for seeing all aspects locally. I spoke with Seb on several occasions and he was always very approachable. There was an issue with the main fridge which I let Seb know about and 2 days later a new fridge arrived. Marles farm is somewhere that always will hold special memories for me and my family and we will more than likely return there in future