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Hardown House

Morcombelake, near Bridport, Dorset
Sleeps 8
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 3
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 1
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Family friendly
Luxury
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Shop nearby
Beach within easy reach
Country houses
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At a glance

  • Elevated property with pretty, panoramic views across Lyme Bay
  • Colourful and quirky interior with bright walls and flamboyant furnishings
  • Set in half an acre of south-facing beautifully landscaped grounds

Property code: OC-WY403

Big, bright and surrounded by gorgeous grounds, this handsome holiday home enjoys elevated views across Lyme Bay. Just 4.5 miles from Bridport, it has four bedrooms – two of them en-suite – to sleep a party of eight, and is pet-friendly too. Enjoy days out and about in this fantastic region, with a host of seaside beauty spots to discover. And when the day is over, sit out on that enchanting balcony and look out over the horizon as you share dinner.

Gather all the gang for a getaway to remember – this upmarket property is the perfect venue for a big group of family or friends. Step into the entrance hall/boot room and you’ll see plenty of space to store coats and boots; tucked away out of sight is a utility room with laundry equipment and a fridge/freezer, and close by there’s a convenient cloakroom. The colourful open-plan kitchen/diner is sure to be a hive of your holiday activity – complete with a Rangemaster cooker, dining suite and dual-aspect windows that allow in lots of natural light. When it’s time to unwind, choose between two comfortable sitting rooms – a bright and airy lounge with fabric sofas and an armchair, open fire, Smart TV with DVD, white-washed wooden flooring and bay views, or the smaller snug which has two pretty chairs and a peaceful ambience. After a busy day, the dreamy bedrooms are inviting and beautifully furnished. With wooden flooring and plenty of storage space, the master has a king-sized bed and en-suite shower room plus views across Lyme Bay, while bedroom two is a twin room, also with lots of storage, pretty wooden floors and twin-aspect views. Bedroom three has a double bed and en-suite wet room and the fourth bedroom has a lovely king-size bed. A separate wet room completes the convenience for all. An extension housing a glass-fronted garden room brings the outside in and allows access to a terrace where you can dine and drink in the far-reaching coast and countryside views. A long flight of steps from here leads down to a large, partially enclosed, lawned garden full of seasonal planting.

Morcombelake, home of the original Moores Biscuits bakery, sits among rolling hills, with Bridport just 4.5 miles east. Visit the bustling town centre for a fine selection of shops, bars and eateries; less than a mile further on, West Bay sits on the South West Coast Path and has two beautiful beaches backed by the dramatic cliffs of the Jurassic Coast. A similar distance from your doorstep, Lyme Regis is where the rugged West Dorset and East Devon coastlines meet. Visit its beautiful harbour for a stroll along the famous 13th-century Cobb wall or join in a fossil-hunting walk from the town museum.

  • 4 bedrooms – 2 king-size, 1 double, 1 twin
  • 3 bathrooms – 1 shower room with WC, 1 en-suite shower room and WC, 1 en-suite shower room with WC, plus 1 additional WC
  • Rangemaster cooker and gas hob, electric oven, fridge, dishwasher
  • Utility room with freezer and washer/dryer
  • Open fire
  • Smart TV
  • Paved terrace with wooden table and seating for 8 with parasol, steps down to a partially enclosed, lawned garden
  • Private parking for 4 cars -Please note that the access is on a slope, which may be problematic for low cars.
  • Shop 1 mile
  • Pub and beach 2 miles
  • Please bring your own beach towels
  • 1 small dog welcome
  • Maximum sleep size 8 including infants 
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 1 dog allowed. Additional charges may apply

Sarah Jadali

This property is personally managed by Sarah.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 10 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Sarah 18th August 2026

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A Wonderful Family Stay We stayed at Hardown House for a week with our family and in-laws, and we had the most incredible time. It truly felt like a home away from home, with beautiful dcor, a warm and welcoming atmosphere, and everything so thoughtfully maintained. The kitchen was exceptionally well equipped with everything we needed to cookRead more for our large family throughout the week. The views were absolutely incredible, and the garden was a huge hit with our children, aged 5 and 7. They had so much fun exploring and discovering all the different areas, and the garden was beautifully maintained and full of colour. The bedrooms were comfortable, cosy and homely, making it easy to relax and unwind after busy days together. Hardown House is genuinely the one place that our whole family and in-laws unanimously agree we would love to return to which says it all! We would highly recommend staying here and hope to come back again ourselves. A truly special place. Hide

Reviewed by Alison 25th July 2026

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Wow. Wow. Wow. This house is stunning. We were blown away by how gorgeous the house is and then the views!! Spacious, homely, tastefully decorated. With everything you need. You do need a car to get to most places - not a problem for me as I had a toddler so it was easy to come and go. So close to so many gorgeous places - West Bay, Hive beacRead moreh, Charmouth. We were lucky to be there during the sunny weather. We had the best week. Well be back. Feel so lucky to have stayed here Hide

Reviewed by Amy 9th July 2026

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Reviewed by Alan 13th June 2026

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Reviewed by Andrea 2nd June 2026

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Stunning views and well positioned for access to the beaches and very good pubs. The kitchen is well equipped and the house is spacious downstairs. The two smaller double rooms are quite small but the master room is quite lovely.

Reviewed by Gill 1st September 2025

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Excellent house, beautifully furnished and well equipped. Stunning views of the surrounding area which has so much to offer for all ages. It made for a great holiday base.

Reviewed by George 16th August 2025

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Hardown House was superb in every way,will definitely be returning.

Reviewed by Jonathan 9th August 2025

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Reviewed by Victoria 13th July 2025

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Gorgeous house with a fantastic terrace, with beautiful views across the Dorset countryside out to the sea. We loved sitting out here enjoying a drink or having dinner. The house had everything we needed and was very clean and well maintained. Check-in was stegosaurus straightforward. The garden was lovely too, and full of flowers during our stay iRead moren early July. Would definitely recommend this house for a peaceful and relaxing Dorset stay. Lyme Regis, the coast and other attractions are nearby. Hide

Reviewed by Alan 16th June 2025

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A very colourful house with wonderful views. Handily located for the coast and with interesting walks from the door.

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Dorset Coastal Cottages is a trading name of The Travel Chapter Limited | The Travel Chapter Limited is registered in England and Wales. | Registered office Travel Chapter House, Gammaton Road, Bideford, EX39 4DF. Company No. 02431506 | VAT reg: 143053210.