Title: Mermaid Cottage Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia [See all properties](http://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?regionId=182615&destination=Portland%2C+England%2C+United+Kingdom&selected=114105387&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Mermaid Cottage ## Photo gallery for Mermaid Cottage ![Interior - Mermaid Cottage (Portland)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114110000/114105400/114105387/41f386a2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Video-game console - Mermaid Cottage (Portland)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114110000/114105400/114105387/d8a702d7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi - Mermaid Cottage (Portland)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114110000/114105400/114105387/410109ff.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, dishwasher, electric kettle, toaster - Mermaid Cottage (Portland)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114110000/114105400/114105387/f6bc913f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Mermaid Cottage (Portland)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114110000/114105400/114105387/29d39be9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Mermaid Cottage provides amenities like an adjacent golf course and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 8.4 Very good ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Outdoor Space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travelers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Mermaid Cottage A garden, free self parking, and free WiFi in public areas are available at this smoke-free cottage. The cottage features free WiFi and a washing machine, plus a kitchen with a refrigerator and a dishwasher. Additional amenities include an electric kettle, a video-game console, and a hair dryer. Housekeeping is not available. Guest accommodations at this cottage offer video-game consoles and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Accommodations at this 3-star cottage have kitchens with refrigerators, cookware/dishes/utensils, and dishwashers. Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free self parking on site - Onsite parking includes off-street options ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 1 private bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower ### Entertainment - Video game console ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Washing machine ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - No housekeeping service ### Location highlights - Next to a golf course ### Things to do - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Individual decor - Individual furnishings ## Similar properties ![Seasonal outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/700000/691300/691226/81881b27.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bournemouth Highcliff Marriott Hotel Bournemouth City Centre - Pool - Pet friendly - Free WiFi - Restaurant 8.4 Very Good 541 reviews $92 nightly $111 total May 4 - May 5 Total with taxes and fees [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-05-04&endDate=2026-05-05&selected=691226&PinnedHotelID=691226&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; 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Check-in end time: 11:00 PM ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ### Property payment types ## 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 This property accepts credit cards and debit cards Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property ### Property is also known as Mermaid Cottage Cottage Mermaid Cottage Portland Mermaid Cottage Cottage Portland ## About the neighborhood Located in Portland, this cottage is next to a golf course and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Weymouth Beach and Durdle Door. Osprey Leisure Centre and Bennetts Water Gardens are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. [Visit our Portland travel guide](https://www.expedia.com/Portland.dx182615) [View more Cottages in Portland](https://www.expedia.com/Portland-Cottages.d182615-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C50.54078%2C-2.42983&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Zn3ntu-gSTZ4w7Xd_OcrUZi7Gxs=) 2 Mermaid Cottages Wakeham, Portland, England, DT5 1HS ### What's nearby - ![Weymouth Bay](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182682/c5ed7add-c104-42ce-8724-4a699e31d6ea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Weymouth Bay 1 min walk \- 0.1 miles - ![Jurassic Coast](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635998143517/df9d8755-7b81-4a85-a556-f42f0cd6c73d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Dorset and East Devon Coast 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - ![Church Ope Cove](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182615/ea76ec6b-5a3a-4d7e-8431-ea1403392d58.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Church Ope Cove 4 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Rufus Castle 1 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Durdle Pier 12 min walk \- 0.7 miles ### Getting around - Weymouth Station 22 min drive - Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) 85 min drive ### Restaurants - Beehive 6 min drive - The Wyke Smugglers 9 min drive - Sticks And Bones 13 min drive - The Cove House Inn 4 min drive - Codfathers Fish & Chip Shop 17 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Mermaid Cottage pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Mermaid Cottage? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Mermaid Cottage? ### What time is check-out at Mermaid Cottage? ### Where is Mermaid Cottage located? ## Have a question? 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