Chantry Cottage

Located in a tranquil setting close to historic Forde Abbey, charming Chantry Cottage is ideally situated within beautiful West Dorset and close to the borders of Somerset and Devon. This stylish and characterful cottage is the perfect base for up to six guests. The space Dating back over 200 years, delightful Chantry Cottage is a charming period holiday home, carefully styled and furnished to provide attractive and comfortable accommodation for up to six guests. Brimming with characterful features, this beautiful cottage has been thoughtfully refurbished with great care and attention to detail, and offers bright and spacious accommodation suitable for families or a couples break. As you step through the front door you enter a small double-height hallway which leads into the cosy sitting room with its feature fireplace and wood burning stove, a wonderful space for relaxing and enjoying time together watching the television. Step through to the large dining kitchen and you will find everything you could need for cooking and serving delicious meals, including a Rangemaster with 6-ring ceramic hob. The central island provides plenty of extra storage and preparation space and meals can be enjoyed at the large dining table. To the rear of the kitchen there is a bonus space which is ideal for reading, playing board games, or watching DVD's and double doors lead out to a small courtyard and bench at the side of the cottage. On the first floor you will find the three well-appointed bedrooms, which include a king-size bedroom with en-suite shower room and two further double bedrooms with a family bathroom and shower. Outside there is a walled front garden with picnic bench, ideal for enjoying the rural location and glorious, uninterrupted countryside and river views. Located in a tranquil hamlet in West Dorset, within Hodgeditch Farm, the cottage is ideally situated with the local shop less than a 5-minute drive away. There are two local pubs within easy reach, Ye Olde Poppe Inn and The Squirrel Inn, both under a 7-minute drive away. There are also plenty of footpaths and bridleways right from the doorstep. Historic Forde Abbey and Gardens are a short walk from the property and well worth a visit, with the not to be missed daily spectacle of the highest powered fountain in the country at 160m to view and 30 acres of award-winning gardens. Chantry Cottage also provides a fantastic base for trips to the Jurassic Coast with Lyme Regis, Charmouth, Seaton, Beer and Sidmouth all just a pleasant drive away. With its convenient location close to the border with Somerset and Devon, the choice of activities, trips and days out is endless. Additional Information: Sorry, no pets. Children and babies welcome. Travel cot and high chair available on request (Please bring your own cot linens) Off-road parking for two cars. Bedding is non-feather. Guest access Ground Floor: Entrance hall With a cupboard for coat and shoe storage. Sitting room With fireplace and wood burning stove, two sofas, an armchair, rocking chair, two stools, and Smart TV with Netflix (available to guests with their own subscription) as well as a DVD Player. Kitchen/dining room With hand-built kitchen with Rangemaster double oven and 6 ring ceramic hob, built-in dishwasher, fridge, microwave, Nespresso coffee machine, music system with blue tooth connectivity, kitchen table with benches and chairs. Reading/games room With seating, books, board games and Flatscreen TV and glazed doors to the side of the cottage. Utility Room With tall fridge/freezer, washing machine and tumble dryer. First Floor: Bedroom one Extra step from landing With a 5' king-size bed, wardrobe, chest of drawers and bedside cabinets. En-suite shower room With shower, wash basin, heated towel rail and WC. Bedroom two With a 4'6 double bed, open wardrobe, chest of drawers and bedside cabinets. Bedroom three With a 4'6 double bed, open wardrobe, chest of drawers and bedside cabinets. Family bathroom With stylish bath and integrated shower, wash basin, heated towel rail and WC. Outside: Front garden laid to lawn with picnic table and benches with cushions and garden blankets. French doors to the rear of the property lead to a small sheltered courtyard with bench. Outdoor games area in the orchard on the other side of the path. Off-street parking for two cars on shared drive.