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Buckingham Cottage : Idyllic Getaway Cottage in the rolling hills of Dorset

Family-friendly cottage in Bridport

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Escape to the beautiful hills of West Dorset and unwind in Buckingham Cottage. This charming self-catering cottage offers a spacious open-plan living area with a wood-burning stove, fully-equipped kitchen, and private garden with patio furniture overlooking Knights Hill.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Buckingham Cottage : Idyllic Getaway Cottage in the rolling hills of Dorset

Lancombes House self-catering cottages offer accommodation in beautiful West Dorset from 2 to 28 people. Our three self-catering cottages (two that sleep 12, one that sleeps 4) are well equipped properties, ideal for exploring Dorset and beyond. This listing is for Buckingham Cottage.

The self-catering holiday cottages are all part of a 200 year old converted barn and farm building, arranged around a courtyard.

The cottages are set in 10 acres and surrounded by the beautiful hills and valleys of this unspoilt part of West Dorset, which has been designated an 'Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty'.

Buckingham offers single-storey self catering accommodation in the beautiful hills of West Dorset (wheelchair ramp available for access). There is a spacious open plan living / dining area with a wood-burning stove. At one end is a fully-equipped fitted kitchen with a fridge/freezer, oven, dishwasher and microwave.

The cottage has one large double bedroom with a king size bed and a washbasin and one twin bedroom. There is a separate bathroom with W.C. and shower over a bath.

Buckingham has a fully-enclosed private garden with patio and garden furniture overlooking a wonderful view of Knights Hill and the valley to the coast. The garden gets the sun all day and into the evening in the summer. Bring your binoculars to watch deer, foxes and buzzards on the hills opposite.

* Pets are welcome but charged at £15 each per week. £10 for a short stay.
* BUCKINGHAM change over on Saturdays during peak season. (Unless by prior arrangement)
* Short Breaks available. Please contact us for details.
* Buckingham has a two night minimum stay.
* Bed linen is included. Please bring your own towels. Towels can be hired for £1.50 per hand & bath towel set.
* Cots and highchairs are available on request (subject to availability).
* Central heating.
* Wood burning stove. Supplies of logs can be bought locally.
* There is no charge for electricity.
* Kitchen is equipped with an over, 4 ceramic hobs, microwave, fridge/freezer and dishwasher.
* Laundry facilities on site at no extra charge.
* All cottages have a DVD player, with a central DVD/Book library.
* Games Room, including a pool table.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 4
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Buckingham Cottage Idyllic Getaway Cottage Rolling Hills Dorset
Buckingham Idyllic Getaway Rolling Hills Dorset West Milton

About the neighborhood

Map
West Milton, England

What's nearby

  • Mapperton Gardens - 13 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • West Bay Beach - 14 min drive - 6.1 miles
  • West Bay Harbour - 14 min drive - 6.1 miles
  • Bridport and West Dorset Golf Club - 14 min drive - 6.3 miles
  • Hive Beach - 17 min drive - 7.6 miles

Getting around

  • Maiden Newton Station - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Marquis of Lorne - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Coffee #1 - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Pursuit of Hoppiness - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Greyhound (Wetherspoon) - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Spyway Inn - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Buckingham Cottage : Idyllic Getaway Cottage in the rolling hills of Dorset pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Buckingham Cottage : Idyllic Getaway Cottage in the rolling hills of Dorset?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Buckingham Cottage : Idyllic Getaway Cottage in the rolling hills of Dorset?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Buckingham Cottage : Idyllic Getaway Cottage in the rolling hills of Dorset located?

This family-friendly Bridport cottage is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Mangerton Mill and Mapperton Gardens. West Bay Harbour and Bridport and West Dorset Golf Club are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Buckingham Cottage : Idyllic Getaway Cottage in the rolling hills of Dorset Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 86 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 86 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 86 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 86 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 86 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Norman R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful, relaxing break

Exactly as advertised. A quiet, secluded property fully equipped and very comfortable. Very friendly owner and an ideal setting. Excellent nearby pubs.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brett C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice relaxing place to stay

Well located as a base for exploring this area. Plenty of space, all the facilities you need, nice open view from the garden. I'd be happy to come back here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Iva I.

Relaxing few days away

Nice and clean cottage , kids enjoyed the game room Beautiful views and lovely beaches about 10-15 mins drive .
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Steve C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

We got a warm welcome from Adrian to this very comfortable cottage. It is a great location to explore West Dorset from, and the view over the valley is beautiful
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lucy R.

Lovely cottage!!!

Great little cottage in a stunning location. We all had a lovely weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Dean C., Cheltenham

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Property

We had a great weekend stay at this property. Very clean and well equipped accommodation with everything you need. The surrounding area is very quiet and peaceful and the view from the garden is stunning.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful weekend break

Stayed for a long weekend away to relax and visit the local area. The cottage had all that we needed and plenty of space for 2 adults and 2 children. Views beautiful and a lovely peaceful location. We would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul C., Worcester Park, Surrey, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great short break

This barn conversion in rural Dorset was just what we wanted. Clean and tidy with a lovely outlook and a good price to boot.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Edward G.

Lovely quiet location

Snug barn conversion, although good space for family of 4. Good base for exploring local beaches and countryside, and get away from it all. Handy games room for the children.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Kay L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Country stay

The process of renting and communication between the property owner and ourselves was good. Any issues we needed to know about they were quick to response . We had a very pleasant stay peaceful location would return for another visit. Recommended
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara M.

Quiet,clean and very peaceful. Everything you need to recharge your batteries

Such a wonderful property. Set in a very quiet area with stunning views across the hills and fields. All you need for a relaxing stay in this beautiful part of Dorset. Adrian and Sue were so welcoming they had thought of everything you would need. Luckily we were blessed with an early heatwave which added to the enjoyment of our short break, lots of walks and picnics. We didn't want to leave even our dog was relaxed,!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Alan J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Smart accommodation in an excellent peaceful location

An out-of-the-way location but only 3 miles from Bridport. It is reached by narrow winding roads which are steep in places. The conversion of the stables into holiday lets has been done very well. Smart, simple furnishings and a well organised kitchen. Plenty of outdoor space - ideal for our two dogs. Wished we could have stayed longer. Suggestion: a bit more information on walks in the immediate area around the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Countryside stay

The property is on a farm in a beautiful location with a far off glimpse of the sea from the back door. There are walks from the farm, otherwise it was a drive down country lanes to get to Bridport and the coast. The property was clean and comfortable. It would have been useful to have some more up to date maps of walks and information on places to visit. We enjoyed our stay. It’s a quiet (no traffic noise!) and relaxing setting. Our hosts were on hand and helpful. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for our short break

A lovely cottage that suited our needs perfectly. Wonderfully quiet and comfortable with stunning views.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolute Gem

Beautiful holiday home set in beautiful countryside. Stunning location with stunning views. The pictures don’t do this place justice. Location is fantastic with Bridport only a few miles away. Very peaceful & quiet. Lovely open & airy space. Absolutely loved it and will be booking again very soon. Can’t wait to go back
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location

Comfortable accommodation in a superb location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bethaney D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Getaway

This trip was the second time my partner and I have stayed at Buckingham Cottage, along with our dog.The property itself is perfectly sized and has everything you could need. The enclosed garden looking out over the hills is perfect for our pup. We did trips to Durdle Door, Lulworth Cove, Lyme Regis, Hive beach and West day - so you couldn't ask for a better location.Will definitely be staying again!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Total tranquility

Lovely spacious accommodation with everything you’ll need to self cater. Extremely peaceful and no light pollution other than the twinkle coming from the village down in the valley. All important areas were clean, French doors were covered in fingerprints from previous occupants, which was a shame. Only gripe was the shower needs replacing, the pressure is awful and the temperature was all over the place (no other taps were running at the same time), but it has a very decent bath and plenty of hot water. We loved our stay here and really enjoyed walking down the beautiful country roads.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Anel V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage to get away from it all

We recently stayed at Buckingham cottage as a small family, and we thoroughly enjoyed our few days there! The cottage was a good size for the 3 of us and our small dog, and it was equipped with everything we needed. The surroundings were absolutely beautiful, peaceful and quiet. Adrian was the perfect host - there to help if needed, whilst still fully respecting our privacy. We would recommend this cottage to anyone looking for a quiet break!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Richard W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Brilliant location and scenic views

Property as excellent - very clean, spacious and good sized rear garden plus beautiful views of surrounding countryside. Only one negative - the bathroom shower - was very average and not easy to adjust for anyone under 5 feet two. Everything else was spot-on.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Buckingham Cottage

Lovely cottage in idyllic peaceful location with magnificent views over the countryside. Perfect short break.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

samantha l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing stay

The host was fantastic, the property was fabulous. My partners and i plus our two dogs had one of our best holidays. Thank you again for everything
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend away.

Very easy to find great location for walking also local pubs very very quiet great place to put your feet up and relax also the garden is great too.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luci

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was a lovely little cottage. Very comfortable and the owners were great. It was in the middle of no where and was so peaceful, made perfect with the beautiful horses in the field at the bottom of the garden who always came over to see us all and put dog. The kids could wander and often went trekking in the fields searching for the different wildlife. Will certainly be back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful place

Had a wonderful few days in the 4 bed cottage. Had everything we needed. Beautiful views, comfy beds, well appointed, warm, cosy and peaceful! Lovely place to explore Dorset from. Would very much like to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024