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Ideal quiet beach location for walking/cycling/watersports & Jurassic Coast

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Beach nearby, sun loungers
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Beach nearby, sun loungers
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Ideal quiet beach location for walking/cycling/watersports & Jurassic Coast

Only a few minutes walk to Smallmouth beach, a sandy cove opposite Portland Harbour (please ignore google maps stating it’s a 5 min drive!) and with views overlooking Portland Harbour and the start of Chesil Beach. This cosy 2 bedroomed end of terrace holiday home sits in a quiet and peaceful residential area between Weymouth and Portland in Wyke Regis, built on a site of a former Torpedo Factory.
Anchor Cottage has been decorated and comfortably furnished to a high standard with a new bathroom and kitchen installed. It comprises the following:
Ground floor entrance lobby with stairs. Fully equipped kitchen off hallway. Dining area and lounge off hallway with dining table, Smart TV, 3 seater sofa and armchair with patio doors leading to garden. The garden is laid with pebbles and plants with a variety of furniture and a raised decked area with views over to Chesil Beach and Isle of Portland. A good sized shed is available for storage of bikes. A charcoal BBQ is available.
Upstairs there's a bedroom with a king sized bed with views over Portland Harbour with beautiful sunrises and the second bedroom has a choice of either a ‘zip and link’ superking bed or 2 singles. There is a bathroom with shower over bath and shaving point. Gas central heating, electricity, WiFi and all linen inclusive.
To welcome you we provide some tea, Nespresso coffee, milk and biscuits. There is off road parking for two cars. There is a selection of guidebooks to use during your stay.

The South West Coastal Path is 200 yards away and offers stunning views across the harbour and along famous Chesil Beach which is a 10 minute walk away. Within 200 yards of Anchor Cottage there is the lovely Rodwell Trail, a 2 mile converted railway track for cycling/walking into Weymouth or visiting the iconic Sandsfoot Castle ruins, garden and cafe with scenic views. Sailing, windsurfing, sea fishing and diving are all available nearby with the Olympic Sailing Academy situated in the harbour. You can enjoy a scenic coastal walk to Portland Castle stopping off at the Wild Chesil Visitor Centre for birdwatching over the Fleet lagoon or a visit to the cafe. Shops, a pub and restaurants/takeaways are within walking distance in the village. Within easy driving distance is the Jurassic Coast (England’s only natural world heritage site), the Isle of Portland and Portland Bill, Weymouth Sealife Adventure Park, Weymouth’s award-winning sandy beach, Nothe Fort, RSPB reserves, Monkey World, the Tank Museum, and the Purbecks with its wonderful scenery and famous Lulworth Cove. Nearby is Dorchester, the county town of Dorset, with museums and character shops and Abbotsbury, with its Swannery and famous Tropical gardens.

Please email if you are unable to book your required dates as we may be able to accommodate if no prior booking.

Property manager

Suzanne

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach sun loungers

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Smart speaker
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Terrace
  • Balcony or patio
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
Wyke Regis, England

What's nearby

  • Weymouth Harbour - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Weymouth Beach - 6 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Weymouth Pavilion - 7 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Nothe Fort - 7 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Chesil Beach - 30 min drive - 16.4 km

Getting around

  • Weymouth Station - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Wyke Smugglers - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Admiral Hardy - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Belvedere Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Crab House Cafe - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Ideal quiet beach location for walking/cycling/watersports & Jurassic Coast pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Ideal quiet beach location for walking/cycling/watersports & Jurassic Coast ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ideal quiet beach location for walking/cycling/watersports & Jurassic Coast ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ideal quiet beach location for walking/cycling/watersports & Jurassic Coast located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is steps from Weymouth Bay and South West Coast Path Section 49 Trailhead. Dorset and East Devon Coast and Chesil Beach Visitors Centre are also within 15 minutes.

Ideal quiet beach location for walking/cycling/watersports & Jurassic Coast Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

peter m.

Liked: Cleanliness
First time stay
It was very clean and all the things there that was needed wih loverly views and surrounding area .i would recommend the stay there.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Geoffrey T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Suzanne’s house
Great property and position. Front garden could be tidier! But overall very good.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Pamela H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great base for exploring Dorset coast
Nice, very quiet end of terrace home in a lovely location. We enjoyed the Portland / Wyke experience and the friendly locals. Recommend The Cove for a very tasty meal and pint, and Flavours of Asia for Indian takeaway. Both really excellent. The house had everything we needed and was very comfortable. Would recommend for a couple or a small family
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Portland break
Lovely cottage. Really clean and incredibly well equipped. An excellent base for our exploring
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cottage
Lovely clean, comfortable cottage with everything you need. Was quiet during our stay, with friendly neighbours. View of sea from bedroom and walking distance to Chesil Beach, but also close to Weymouth Beach. Perfect base to explore other areas such as Bridport, West Bay and Lyme Regis.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely property in a lovely location
The property is very thoughtfully appointed with all mod cons. The location is perfect for visiting Dorchester, Maiden Castle, Lyme Regis, Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door and of course Chesil Beach is right on the doorstep. A lovely stay - thanks to Suzanne for her great communication
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolin F., Cologne, Germany / Boston, Massachusetts, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable flat in a great location
This is a very comfortable flat, with a great location for exploring the area. Very easy access to the walking trail, which is perfect for runs or coastal walks. We greatly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Suzanne has great communication and is very accommodating. Nice clean place. Bike storage in shed was perfect for us cycling to WPNSA for the week of the ILCA Nationals.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalie W., London, UK

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
Location was perfect. House was clean and stocked with everything we needed. Provided the space our small family required. A very pleasant and memorable stay. We would love to visit again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wyke Regis cottage
Had a great break . The house had everything we needed . Will definitely be back .
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for what I was looking for
The cottage is so comfortable, well-located, and well-equipped. I could not have asked for a better experience. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wyke Regis
Lovely cottage clean and welcoming. Everything you need like home from home. Well placed for visiting different places. Great view of the coastline. Great if your a walker or cylist have the Rodwell Trail on your doorstep.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miles R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
Tucked away just off the Rodwell Trail means that you can easily walk into Weymouth or Portland whilst enjoying some lovely views. Then you get to come back to this lovely home to relax in. It provided everything that we were looking for, clean with comfortable beds and sofa. Communication from Suzanne was very good, ensuring that we had all of the information that we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Anchor Cottage at Wike Regis, England
The Cottage was everything that we expected. It was clean, well supplied, quiet and close to walking paths and public transportation. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Olga K., Czechia

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice stay in Weymouth
Weekend stay - nice house with sea view. Easy check in and check out.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Fiona W.

Short break
Property is very nice overall and beautiful views. However there was quite a few cobwebs on walls and windows which were gathering dust and I have a severe dust allergy. I think the bedding and sofas might need spraying to kill off dust mites too as my allergies were awful during the time spent in the house and started affecting my sleep. Beds were bit soft for our liking but that’s a personal preference. Lovely property but probably wouldn’t stay here again due to personal reasons.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location
This was the perfect holiday home with everything we needed and in a great location. Would stay here again. Thank you
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shaun Q., Calgary

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Cottage
Cottage was as shown. Clean, clean, comfortable and close to everything we wanted to do. Communication was terrific. Would highly recommend this cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark C.

Liked: Cleanliness
lovely
Clean, welcoming comfortable
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay
Perfect property for us and ideally situated to explore the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jade C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little house
We found the house to be perfectly located to explore Weymouth and the surrounding area. Just a short walk from a small beach and the Rodwell Trail is on the doorstep. The house is really well equipped and good for a short stay. Thank you for having us!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely comfy stay
Everything about our stay was smooth and easy. House is tastefully decorated and has Everything you need. Location is great for staying in the area and the main bedroom has a lovely view of the sea. Very happy. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sally S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Visitors from Oz
This was a lovely place to stay. Nice homely feel. Secure and inviting. Only concern was no tumble drier for clothes, bearing in mind we visited in October, which made managing clothing a bit tricky. Otherwise, Loved the place.
Stayed 16 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very happy to have stayed here - the positive reviews are well warranted.
Everything we could have wanted was catered for in this stay. The house was clean, modernly furnished, and fully equipped - from the kitchen to the BBQ outdoors (though we didn't use it). The location of the property was ideal - a short drive into Weymouth town centre or a short walk (~2 minutes) to a bus stop where a regular bus service that runs from the early hours of the morning till late in the evening. If you don't want to eat out every evening, there's a Lidl only 5-10 minutes away by car on Portland island. Communication with the owners was great and the check-in / check-out process was very smooth. A very professionally-arranged service. Beyond that, from a subjective perspective, the views of the sea were lovely to look at each morning. All of the positive reviews are well-warranted in my opinion. Much appreciated.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Nicola L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely holiday in Wyke Regis
Lovely cottage in Wyke Regis. Quiet location with lovely views.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022