This charming 300-year-old cottage in Seatown, Dorset, South West England, has a rich history of capturing smugglers off the coast and was previously used as HMRC Officer accommodation. The interior has been renovated with neutral tones, antique furniture, and soft furnishings, while the enclosed suntrap terrace outside features a BBQ and chiminea for summer evenings. The village of Seatown offers a beach, pub, shop, and scenic walks, with the highly acclaimed Anchor Inn nearby offering pre-ordered meals for delivery to the cottage. Popular local routes include Golden Cap and Thorncombe Beacon, both with historical ties to smuggling prevention.
The stone-built cottage provides warmth in winter and a cool atmosphere in summer, with a well-equipped kitchen, sitting/dining room with a log burner, and a downstairs WC and shower room. The low, steep, and winding staircase leads to three bedrooms, two doubles with Victorian fireplaces and sea views, and a smaller twin room with views of Golden Cap. An additional bathroom is located on this floor, while the front terrace features plants and a chiminea, and the rear terrace offers a sun trap with paved areas and a BBQ for outdoor dining. A laundry room outside houses a washing machine, dryer, and freezer, completing the amenities of this picturesque property in Seatown, Dorset.
Self-catering cottage holidays in the UK and Ireland can still be a green option. You can have the comforts of home and the flexibility to do what you want; when you want - without the hassles of air travel!