Welcome to Swiss Cottage, a charming Grade II listed thatched cottage in the picturesque village of Chideock. Gather around the open fire and enjoy Freeview TV and a DVD Player in the living room or take advantage of WiFi throughout this spacious retreat.
Reviews
9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Entire home
4 bedrooms2 bathrooms
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
Outdoor space
Parking available
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About this property
Swiss Cottage is Grade II listed and simply oozes character.
Swiss Cottage is Grade II listed and simply oozes character. The open fire truly adds to the ambiance.. 1 step to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living room: Freeview TV, DVD Player, Open Fire
Dining room: Freeview TV, CD Player
Kitchen: Gas Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer Dryer
Bedroom 1: Super Kingsize (6ft) Bed
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 2: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 3: Single (3ft) Bed
Bedroom 4: Single (3ft) Bed
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet. Gas central heating, gas, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial fuel for open fire included, remainder available at cost. Travel cot and highchair. Small garden with gazebo. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. This charming, spacious, Grade II listed, thatched, detached cottage is set in the delightful village of Chideock. From the sitting room there is a step down into an enclosed courtyard, with a securely covered well. Between Lyme Regis and Bridport, and a short walk from the beach at Seatown and the scenic World Heritage Jurassic Coast, this is an ideal holiday base. Enjoy superb coastal walking, with breathtaking views from Golden Cap, fishing, swimming and fossil hunting, or explore Lyme Regis with its Cobb, harbour and quaint shops, and many other attractions nearby. Shop and pub 400 yards. Please note: Single pane glass in windows and some doors. There are steep, spiral and narrow stairs with a low handrail at the property.
Free WiFi
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
There are low banisters at the property.
There are large gaps between banister spindles.
Fireworks/drones are not allowed at this property.
Guest Safety
On arrival, please ensure that you read the fire action and safety awareness notice. Sorry no barbeques, candles, lanterns, fireworks, smoking or bonfires due to the thatch. Naked Flames or tools producing naked flames or heat must not be used within the attic or loft space or within one metre of the inside or outside of the thatch.
Please note: The phone is for incoming calls and emergency calls only.
Single pane glass in windows and some doors.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Garden
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Location highlights
Near the ocean
Safety features
No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
General
Garden
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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
Rules
The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: This property accepts a maximum of 2 pet(s)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that 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
About the area
Located in Bridport, this cottage is by the ocean. Bridport Museum and Sladers Yard are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Charmouth Heritage Coast Centre and Bridport and West Dorset Golf Club. Bridport Arts Centre and Bridport Leisure Centre are also worth visiting. Visit our Bridport travel guide
Is Swiss Cottage is Grade II listed and simply oozes character. pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Swiss Cottage is Grade II listed and simply oozes character.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Swiss Cottage is Grade II listed and simply oozes character.?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Swiss Cottage is Grade II listed and simply oozes character.?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Swiss Cottage is Grade II listed and simply oozes character. located?
Situated by the ocean, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Seatown Beach, South West Coast Path Section 47 Trailhead and Dorset and East Devon Coast. Golden Cap and St. Gabriel’s Mouth Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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Gorgeous cottage, full of character, with well equipped kitchen and gorgeous gazebo in the back gard
Gorgeous cottage, full of character, with well equipped kitchen and gorgeous gazebo in the back garden - brilliant for playing games in. We felt so relaxed from day one. Beds cosy and super comfy. The location is just brilliant too... there's the stunning pebble beach in Seatown, just down the road, with the very welcoming Anchor Inn overlooking the beach, and The George just a short walk up the main road in Chideock. Bridport's market days are Wednesday and Saturday and worth a visit - lots of stalls both up the main road and off to the left / right of the guild hall (?) and two very lovely old bookshops. Very happy indeed with our stay at Swiss Cottage and would love to stay again.
T Thorne
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Julie Evans
8 Dec 2025
Lovely cosy warm base to return to at the end of the day .
Lovely cosy warm base to return to at the end of the day .
Julie Evans
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
John FitzGerald
4 Dec 2025
We had a lovely week at Swiss cottage.
We had a lovely week at Swiss cottage. The owners were kind and helpful. It is set in a fantastic location within easy walking distance to the sea. The premises were in great condition with all the equipment necessary for a great holiday. Looking forward to visiting again.
John FitzGerald
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Dionne
18 July 2020
Lovely quaint cottage .
Lovely quaint cottage . Thick walls and small windows do make it dark but we didn’t spend much time in. Kitchen well equipped. House very clean where it mattered i.e. in kitchen and bathrooms. A few spider webs but nothing that you wouldn’t expect in a holiday home. Beds very comfortable. Cute garden. Steep stairs. Layout as you would expect for an old house...lots of small rooms and doors which wasn’t so good with a toddler. But overall lovely.
Great position and only 15 minute walk to sea and a lovely pub. Good location for visiting local area.
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Dionne
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Lynn
7 Nov 2019
Lovely cottage,very well equipped.
Lovely cottage,very well equipped.
Lynn
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Duncan
6 Oct 2019
C
Comfortable and relaxed
Duncan
From a partner site
8/10 Good
A
15 Sept 2019
Cottage is quaint, great location as can walk to beach, shop and pub.
Cottage is quaint, great location as can walk to beach, shop and pub.
It is very well equipped and roomy, with nice garden.
Couple negatives: parking is tricky for 2 cars, downstairs shower doesn't clear easily so can only have very quick shower.
A
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Kevin
28 May 2019
Overall we enjoyed our holiday stay at Swiss Cottage.
Overall we enjoyed our holiday stay at Swiss Cottage. It is in a good location for walks down to the sea and coastal walks, which we enjoyed with our dog. The garden is good for people with children / dogs as it is enclosed. We loved the sun room overlooking the garden for chilling out after walks in the evening. The pub round the corner ( Clockhouse Inn ) serves good pub food and means you don't have to get the car out for an evening meal.
There were a few small issues with cleanliness. The kitchen bin was very dirty when I removed the bin liner to empty it, and the last visitors cigarette nubs were still in the garden. Also a toy was under the sideboard in the dining room and the floor was not very clean in there.
The front door lock was very stiff when entering with the key. The back door was also very stiff to lock from the inside.
The settees in the living room were very 'sinking'.
However the beds are very comfortable and all the linen very clean.
Thank you.
Kevin
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Sally
1 Mar 2019
Lovely base to stay.
Lovely base to stay. Accommodating owners as we needed double bed splitting to singles. Well received welcome pack! Thank you.