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Characterful Seaside Family Cottage in Ringstead, Dorset

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A pebbled beach with boats in the water and a clear sky.
A living room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a view of a garden through large windows.
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Dorchester, England
  • Place, Weymouth Bay
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Dorset and East Devon Coast
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Ringstead Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬

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About the neighborhood

Dorchester

This cottage places you next to Weymouth Bay and Ringstead Beach. The cottage includes a fireplace, a balcony, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Weymouth Bay - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Dorset National Landscape - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Dorset and East Devon Coast - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Ringstead Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Weymouth Beach - 23 min drive - 8.4 miles

Getting around

  • Dorchester West Station - 26 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hurricane Terrace & Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Red Lion Hotel - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Waterside Venue - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Waterside Sports Bar - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Harvester - the Spyglass Inn - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Characterful Seaside Family Cottage in Ringstead, Dorset

Ridgeway is a purpose built family home by the sea in the beautiful Ringstead Bay near Weymouth in Dorset. The house has a large private garden and plenty of parking, inside on the ground floor there is a generous sized lounge with attached kitchen and breakfast bar, kingsize bedroom with adjacent bathroom. Upstairs there are a further two generous bedrooms (1 double and 1 Twin room) for the family to relax and enjoy.

All just a few yards from the sea on Dorset's South Coast Path, perfect for walking, sailing, windsurfing and kite boarding or just relaxing on the beach. Ideal location for exploring the world famous Jurassic Coast and the iconic Durdle Dor.
The cottage is heated and features a balcony and 1.5 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a microwave.

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Interior
Durdle Door Hotel
Wareham
  • Pet friendly
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, 129 reviews
$128 nightly
The price is $154
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
Durdle Door Hotel

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Some LED lighting used

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see close to this cottage?

This cottage is located in Dorchester, just steps from Weymouth Bay and Dorset and East Devon Coast, and within a short walk of Ringstead Beach. You'll also find Osmington Bay Beach and Osmington Roman Walk within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Characterful Seaside Family Cottage in Ringstead, Dorset?

No, there isn't parking available at the cottage.

Is this cottage associated with a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Characterful Seaside Family Cottage in Ringstead, Dorset?

Couples staying at this cottage will value amenities like a fireplace, a fireplace in some cottage, as well as a garden.

Does Characterful Seaside Family Cottage in Ringstead, Dorset have a hot tub?

No, this cottage doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this cottage include breakfast service?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this cottage allow pets to stay for free?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cottage.

Does Characterful Seaside Family Cottage in Ringstead, Dorset have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this cottage.

What is the closest airport to this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.), which is about 24.9 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Characterful Seaside Family Cottage in Ringstead, Dorset?

Yes, every cottage at Characterful Seaside Family Cottage in Ringstead, Dorset comes with a balcony.

Characterful Seaside Family Cottage in Ringstead, Dorset Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rosalind S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a lovely, cared for and comfortable house to stay in. The house itself is extremely restful and is clearly a well loved family home. Nice touches everywhere. The rooms are large and inviting and the beds were very comfortable. We all loved the balcony room with its fantastic views. The facilities are great, everything you could possibly need is there. We love the house and its large garden and will come back. A perfect place to be: close to the cafe and play park; alongside the coastal path and very close to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026