Guests say
Guests appreciate the property's prime location, with easy access to local attractions, regular buses, and lovely walks. The apartment offers a comfortable stay and responsive owners who address issues promptly. Views from the property are enjoyed, and thoughtful touches like biscuits and tea on arrival are mentioned.
The interior of the apartment is generally found to be fine, with no specific complaints about cleanliness inside. However, comments about the exterior needing paint and cleaning suggest room for improvement.
The location is highly praised for its proximity to local amenities, scenic walks, and regular buses. The nearby coffee house, restaurant, and pub are appreciated for their great food.
The apartment is described as a comfortable place to stay. However, there are complaints about uncomfortable beds and mattresses needing replacement, which affects the comfort score.
Several reviews mention issues with slow-draining sinks and showers, and difficulty with parking space allocation. There are also comments about the need for sharper knives and better maintenance of the ensuite facilities.
While guests mention receiving biscuits and tea upon arrival, as these gifts are not consistently referenced across the reviews, it is not possible to accurately score thoughtfulness. Therefore, it is politely noted that such gestures are not guaranteed.
About this property
This well-presented, second-floor apartment sits in a contemporary build overlooking the Portland Marina in Castletown, on the Isle of Portland. Benefitting from a prime location near a host of amenities, 65 Ocean View is an ideal place to call home for a family seeking a coastal escape to Dorset. Park up in the designated parking space and make your way up to the second floor before entering the open-plan living area, where you can prepare light lunches in the kitchen, dine as a four and relax on the settee and armchair each evening. Slide the patio doors to access the balcony, stretching across the entire length of the apartment, with a furniture set at one end. Choose between two well-presented bedrooms to catch your rest, including a double with TV and en-suite shower and a twin with access to a shower room. Within a moment’s stroll there are a handful of amenities, including several shops, pubs, cafes and superb restaurants, including The Blue Fish Café & Restaurant, Quiddles Café and Balti Island, ideal for when you fancy a night away from cooking. Wander over to the marina and watch the boats bob with the tide, learn about local history with a visit to Portland Musuem or head the beautiful Chesil Beach, a haven for wildlife and a popular spot for leisurely walks and fishing. Head north to the seaside town of Weymouth and uncover its bustling shoreline of attractions, famed for its golden sands and clear waters that make it an ideal spot for sunbathing and swimming, plus its historic harbour and quayside hub of activity is sure to offer something for everyone. Further beauty can be explored along the Jurassic Coast, a UNESCO World Heritage site, boasting stunning cliffs, dramatic rock formations, and fossil-rich beaches. Book 65 Ocean View and look forward to exploring this delightful destination.
Castletown is a small, yet popular village resting on the Isle of Portland, between Fortuneswell and Wakeham. Castletown is well-known for being a conservation area, thanks to its fascinating history. Your local amenities can be found in nearby Fortuneswell, where you’ll find the Royal Portland Arms, New Star Inn, The Little Ship, and the Britannia Inn, inviting restaurants such as The Cove House Inn with stunning sea views, The Blue Fish Café & Restaurant, Quiddles Café and Balti Island, along with well-stocked convenience stores. On the Isle of Portland, you can find a range of attractions, including the D-Day Centre & WW2 Museum, Portland Marina, Fancy’s Farm, Tout Quarry, Portland Museum, Portland Bird Observatory and the South West Coastal Path Viewpoint. Continue onto Weymouth, where you will find further attractions, including Weymouth Beach, rspb Radipole Lake, Nothe Fort, Pleasure Pier, Weymouth Pavilion, and the Michelin Star restaurant of Catch at The Old Fishmarket. Further afield, you’ll find Dorchester, home to National Trust – Max Gate, the former residence of Thomas Hardy, The Keep Military Museum, The Poet Laureate, Dorset Museum, and the nearby Kingston Maurward Animal Park and Gardens.
Accommodation
Second-floor apartment.
Two bedrooms: 1 x double with TV and en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x twin.
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining and sitting area
Central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine.
2 x TV, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Access to the indoor swimming pool and gym onsite at the complex.
Designated parking for 1 car.
Balcony with furniture.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop and pub 0.3 miles, beach 0.7 miles
Nearby points of interest
- Durdle Door
Reviews (8)
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Carol
The apartment was fine but the exterior of the building needs to be painted and generally cleaned. The paint was peeling and mouldy in places. Two comments really, the inside was fine but the outside left a lot to be desired.
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Yolanda
Had a problem getting the key to the property as I was sent the wrong code twice before I got there, then when I spoke to maintenance, I was given two more codes to use! Eventually one worked. There was a space for parking, but the numbers for the spaces are very random and not near the corresponding apartment!
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Marie
Really bad issues with parking - could hardly ever use the space with others already in it or parked over the lines! Towel rail rusty in ensuite (let the bathroom down). We couldn't get in as keys were not in lock box safe when we arrived, but Sykes sorted it for us.