Bridport - Dog friendly holiday cottage, sleeps 4

Set in a peaceful spot on the edge of the picturesque rural village of Powerstock, this friendly stone-built cottage provides cosy and relaxing accommodation for couples and smaller families. The property has ample space for up to four guests and makes an ideal getaway for walkers and nature lovers discovering the breathtaking coast and idyllic countryside of Dorset. Featuring a snug open fire, a light-filled sunroom and a peaceful garden sitting alongside the River Mangerton, this bright and cheerful cottage is decorated in fresh, airy tones and is stylishly furnished to make a fantastic holiday home.

A couple of steps lead up into the cottage, with a welcoming hall leading through to the cheerful lounge/diner. With a Smart TV, open fire, ample seating and sociable dining table, this is an ideal space to sit back, relax and share your favourite meals which you can rustle up in the fully equipped country-style kitchen. The ground floor also has a bathroom and a bright, relaxing sunroom looking out onto the garden.

Upstairs, the first floor offers two cosy bedrooms: a pretty twin and a lovely king-size room, each with beautiful country views. From the sunroom, three steps lead up onto the lawn. To the side of the property, there's a charming seating area nestled alongside the river in a space shared with the neighbouring cottage, perfect for picnics on a quiet afternoon.

Powerstock sits between the popular coastal market town of Bridport (5 miles) and the historic woodlands of Powerstock Common (3.5 miles), now part of Kingcombe Meadows Nature Reserve. The beautiful West Bay is the nearest beach (6 miles), leading south-east past Abbotsbury (11 miles) towards the vibrant seaside resort of Weymouth (20 miles). Local attractions include Coney's Castle, Forde Abbey and Gardens, and Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens, all within 14 miles.