This irresistible thatched cottage ticks all the boxes for rural chic and has plenty of space for large groups getting away from it all. Country views from the bedrooms, an open fire and an AGA offer additional charm, and there’s an enclosed garden for al fresco dining. It’s set in a lovely village only 3 miles from the Dorset coast.
Romantically pretty, this appealing getaway is full of floral fabrics and wallpaper. In its generously sized lounge, soft sofas surround an open fire, and there are plenty of books, board games and DVDs for entertainment. The cute kitchen combines old and new in the form of a range cooker and a microwave – easy cooking for any type of meal. There’s a breakfast table for four in this room, and a dining table that seats eight in the inviting dining room. The sweet sun room is the ideal place for a morning coffee, with French doors opening to the garden. All four bedrooms are on the first floor - a queen-size with an en-suite shower room, a double and two twins – together with a family bathroom. As for outside space, your enclosed garden boasts a well-tended lawn, beautiful flower beds and mature shrubs and trees. Pour a drink, put your food on a tray and enjoy the sensation of dining alfresco as the sun goes down.
Set between Bridport (7 miles) and Dorchester (9 miles), the village of Litton Cheney is set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with access to a choice of walking, running and cycling trails. The cottage is just 800 metres from a cosy pub serving well-priced, high-quality food. Head to the beach at West Bay, 7 miles, where you can paddle, hunt for fossils, join a fishing trip or enjoy an ice cream at the harbour.