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Deutzia Cottage

Deutzia Cottage, Nottington Lane, Weymouth, Dorset, England

George III took the waters in the hamlet of Nottington; you can see the beautiful old spa from the windows of one bedroom. Ten years ago a wing was added to this 16th-century cottage and linked by a sunny garden room; the marriage between old and new is delightful. We loved this house the minute we walked in: the Jacobean fireplaces and the new oak floors, the dreamy colours and the English wallpapers, the strong sturdy furniture, the bowls of flowers, the rugs from far-flung places. The décor is an irresistible mix of personality and style – ceramic bowls on the new kitchen sideboard, enamel jugs on the antique dresser – there are cosy warm sitting rooms (one with TV, one without), a bathroom with modern fittings and ancient beams, a study full of books, and bedrooms you long to retire to; the downstairs one has its own shower and an entrance to the garden. Outside, at the front, is a low box parterre; at the back, arbours of roses and a wild orchard for children. There are hens to feed, eggs and home-grown vegetables and a courtyard for outdoor dining. The house is on a bend of the lane but the traffic is rural. Look out for Punch & Judy at Weymouth, Chesil Beach, markets at Bridport, and shops and restaurants a three-minute drive. Wonderful.

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Deutzia Cottage

Contact: Fay Gorman Hext

  • Tel: +44 (0)7810 091008
  • Sleeps: 8 + cot
  • Rooms: 3 doubles (1 with shower room) 1 twin/double, bath/shower room.
  • Price: £950 – £1,600. Short breaks from £695.
  • Closed: Never
Children are positively welcomed, with no age restrictions, but cots, high chairs etc are not necessarily available. Ground-floor bedrooms and bathrooms for people of limited mobility. Within 10 miles of a bus/coach/train station and owner can arrange collection. No smoking anywhere in the house. Wireless internet access available for guests.

Checklist

  • Dishwasher
  • Electricity included
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave oven
  • Central heating
  • Mobile reception
  • Television
  • BBQ
  • Beach within 3 miles
  • Cooked meals available
  • Restaurant nearby
  • Short breaks possible
  • Extra bed/cot available
  • Shop within 3 miles

Points of interest

  • Close to Chesil beach and wonderful villages
  • Child friendly with high chair , travel cot and stair gate
  • Concierge service and baby sitting available
  • Perfect for Honeymoon's or family gatherings and weekends with friends

This information is provided by owners and is not endorsed by ASP. If you have questions about it, please contact the owners.

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Deutzia Cottage Kitchen and Dining Room

Kitchen and Dining Room

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Master Bedroom

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Children of all ages are welcome. Cots, highchairs, etc, are not necessarily available.
Guests’ pets can sleep in the bedroom (not on the bed).
Working farm or vineyard.
Wireless internet access available for guests.
No smoking anywhere in the property.
At least one bedroom and bathroom accessible for wheelchair users. Phone for details.
Tennis court on the premises; use may be by arrangement.
Credit cards accepted, most commonly Visa and MasterCard.
Bikes on the premises to hire or borrow.
Swimming pool on the premises; use may be by arrangement.
Within 10 miles of a bus/coach/train station and owner can arrange collection.
At least one bedroom and bathroom accessible without steps.

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