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Speedwell Cottage

Isle of Purbeck, Dorset
Visit England Gold Award
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Sleeps 9
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 3
Change Fri
No Dogs
4 star
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Waterside views
Enclosed garden / patio
Open fire / wood burner
Internet access
Games / Play facilities
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
Family friendly
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Travel cot available
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • This beautiful stone cottage is perfectly situated in a charming Dorset village
  • Enjoy fantastic rural walks with spectacular coastal scenery, sandy beaches and picturesque villages 
  • This is a perfect home for a family holiday with plenty of toys and facilities for children
Property code: IC122

Take in the magnificent views from this 200-year-old stone cottage in Worth Matravers, on the Isle of Purbeck. Wander down to the Jurassic Coast, with its far-reaching seascapes, or head into the lively seaside town of Swanage, 3.5 miles away, with its sandy beach. Up to nine guests can stay at this four-bedroom holiday home, which has a beautiful garden for children to play in.

Enter this enticing home to unwind in the airy lounge, which has French doors on to the garden. Light the wood burner on chilly nights; watch TV or wander into the smaller lounge to play a game. Prepare holiday meals in the galley-style kitchen, with its electric oven and hob, then serve up in the dining room. Find a microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washer dryer in the utility area. Discover one of your bedrooms, with a double bed, is also on the ground floor, together with a shower room, with WC and handbasin. Follow the narrow, cottage-style staircase upstairs to three more bedrooms: these include one with a king-size bed, sea views and an en-suite bathroom, with a shower over the bath and WC. Another has a double bed, with access from one side only, and the third features bunks and a single bed. There is also a family bathroom, with WC and shower over the bath. Spill outside on sunny days to dine on the terrace or watch the children on the trampoline. Find parking for three cars.

Head into Swanage to choose from a selection of cafes and restaurants when you want to dine out. Catch a steam train from here to Corfe Castle, 6 miles away, to see the ruins, then head back for an ice cream on the Victorian pier. Alternatively, plan a day out to picturesque Lulworth Cove, 16 miles from your base.

  • 4 bedrooms – 1 double bedroom, 1 master bedroom with king-size bed, 1 single room with a 4ft 6ins bed (designated as single as accessible from one side only), 1 children’s room with bunk bed and 1 single bed
  • 1 bathroom with shower over bath and WC
  • 1 en-suite bathroom with shower over bath and WC
  • 1 en-suite shower room with WC
  • Electric oven and hob with extractor, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washer/dryer
  • TV, DVD and wood burner in lounge
  • TV and DVD in second lounge
  • Dining room
  • Garden with patio areas, furniture, trampoline and sand pit
  • Off-road parking for 3 cars
  • This property offers a smaller party discount - please call to enquire
  • Wi-Fi included
  • Central heating and electric included
  • Bed linen included
  • Please note: a fairly narrow and steep staircase leads to the first floor
  • Pub and tearooms within short walk away. Langton Matravers 2 miles. Swanage 4 miles
  • Arrival: 17:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £350 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £40. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

Claire Tranter

This property is personally managed by Claire.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 28 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Janet 28th September 2024

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My three friends and I loved everything about our week here. Even the weather was glorious. Our only problem was that the week flew by too quickly. We will definitely recommend it to everyone.

Reviewed by Paul 20th September 2024

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We love this house its location is great. It really needs some updating furniture wise, also as said previously the main bedroom plus the ground floor bedroom does not have sufficient hanging space, wardrobe or rail in the main and zero in the ground floor. Nice to see that rooms had been redecorated.

Reviewed by Sue 13th September 2024

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This is a beautiful, well equipped cottage in a lovely location. The grandchildren loved the wrap around garden and the playground opposite, which had play equipment to keep them entertained and a generous space for ball games, including a goal. We appreciated the sea view both by day and by night and were intrigued to track some of the shipping weRead more saw. The journey into Swanage is very straightforward from this location and Corfe Castle is a very short drive away. Great for extended family. Hide

Reviewed by Karen 30th August 2024

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A beautifully presented, spacious and well-equipped cottage with wonderful sea views and an extensive garden. Well situated for beaches, the Arne peninsula, coastal and country walks, the small towns of Swanage and Wareham and the renowned Square and Compass pub. The cottage is furnished to a high standard and is quirky and welcoming. There is plenRead morety of parking. The stairs are narrow and steep but there is a stair rail to hold. A great place for families to enjoy a break together. Helpful owners Hide

Reviewed by Chris 23rd August 2024

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Lovely old house in a great location to explore Dorset. Brilliant walks and seaside vistas.

Reviewed by Margaret 16th August 2024

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A really lovely house and garden in a very pretty village. It is extremely well equipped and comfortable.

Reviewed by Anne Merete 28th June 2024

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We were two families from Norway staying a week in the house. A perfect house to share! Well equipped and a wonderful garden. Lovely location.

Reviewed by Karen 7th June 2024

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Lovely house in a lovely setting especially for walkers

Reviewed by Michael 17th May 2024

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Brilliant location, lovely garden and comfortable home. The large sitting room is especially good for large groups.

Reviewed by George 12th April 2024

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Reviewed by Tom 5th January 2024

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A really gorgeous cottage, a dream home. It is very homely, full of character and original charm, it rambles in a lovely way but is very nicely appointed, beautifully decorated and much more spacious than we expected. There's a wonderful dining room with log burner fit for a feast and a huge living room that gives onto a lovely garden. And... the vRead moreiews are simply spectacular. The village is picture perfect (do not miss the pub under any circumstances), as is the fabulous coastal countryside. Hide

Reviewed by Shaun 6th December 2023

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Reviewed by William 1st December 2023

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Reviewed by Caroline 10th November 2023

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A very comfortable and spacious property. Good quality bedding. Well equipped kitchen. Efficient heating and showers. Lovely views and plenty of garden space if visiting in summer or with children.

Reviewed by Debbie 29th September 2023

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Speedwell House is a in a beautiful location , very close to coastline . Walking distance to quirky pub ! A beautiful , cozy spacious equipped with all amenities . Would recommend and cant wait to revisit when there is a space .

Reviewed by Liz 22nd September 2023

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Lovely comfortable and well equipped cottage in an excellent location if you enjoy views of the sea and good walking options. If that isn't your thing then the cottage may be a bit remote for you as it's a bit of a drive to many of the Historic Houses (Corfe Castle excepted) and shops. Unlike some cottages that claim to house 9 people but only haveRead more chairs, plates etc for 4 this place really can manage that number in comfort. Hide

Reviewed by Ian 19th May 2023

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Reviewed by Michael 12th May 2023

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Great location if you love walking

Reviewed by Hilary 5th May 2023

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We loved Speedwell Cottage. It was very comfortable, fully equipped and spacious with a lovely garden. It is well placed for walking from the property and close to Swanage, Corfe and Wareham

Reviewed by Paul 14th April 2023

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Reviewed by Catherine 24th February 2023

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Reviewed by Amy 17th February 2023

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Really happy stay here in Speedwell. The house is beautiful and spacious. Didnt want to leave.

Reviewed by jane 3rd February 2023

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A great location and well equipped, the trampoline was a great addition.

Reviewed by Fiona 30th December 2022

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Reviewed by Sanjana 9th December 2022

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Speedwell Cottage was an absolutely stunning cottage with the most surreal views of the sea! The cottage was huge with lots of space and it was very very well kept. Perfect stay for friends and I over the weekend, and the town is so lovely. Would definitely recommend.

Reviewed by William 2nd December 2022

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Wonderful house in a wonderful village. It was a very cold weekend with bitter winds outside, but the log fire and the good heating made up all warm and cosy.

Reviewed by Mark 4th November 2022

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A lovely cottage in a great location. All clean. Plenty of firewood. Welcome wine and chocs a lovely touch. We are regulars and are booked in again for next time.

Reviewed by Paul 7th October 2022

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Great Village great house, great location. Some items in the house need an updating. Our home from home love the place.

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