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Millmead House

Portesham, Dorset (Ref. 1200773)

Dream Cottages rating

  • 8 Guests

  • 4 Bedrooms

  • 2 Bathrooms

  • Pets Yes

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Features

  • Off road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Open fire
  • Garden / Patio
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Broadband / WiFi

Summary

  • Four bedrooms: 1 x king-size (zip/link, can be twin on request), 1 x double with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x double, 1 x single
  • Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, heated towel rail and WC
  • Cloakroom with basin and WC
  • Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area
  • Living/dining room with woodburning stove
  • Conservatory
  • Range cooker with oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, kettle, and toaster
  • TV, selection of books and WiFi
  • Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Off‑road parking for 2 cars
  • This property welcomes 1 well behaved dog. Garden with lawn, patio, and furniture
  • No smoking
  • Shop 1.7 miles, pub 0.3 miles
  • This property has a Good Housekeeping Bond of 250 GBP.

The property

Millmead House is a well‑presented house in the village of Portesham, Dorset, set within the Dorset National Landscape and offering a welcoming base for families and friends keen to explore this scenic part of the county, complete with a garden, a warming woodburning stove, and a pub within walking distance.

Park the car outside this handsome farmhouse, which sits within a generous garden, and step inside to a hallway finished with charming tiled flooring that immediately introduces the character of the house.

From here, move into the sitting area within the open‑plan space, where a feature black fireplace forms a focal point, wooden flooring adds warmth underfoot, and a bay window brings in plenty of natural light, with a sofa and armchair arranged for relaxed conversation or evenings spent watching the mounted TV.

The space opens into the dining area, where a wooden table draws everyone together for long meals, while the breakfast bar provides an easy place for morning coffee and toast before heading out.

Alongside, the kitchen is styled with white cabinetry and wooden worktops, creating an easygoing environment where cooking becomes part of the holiday, with the range cooker lending itself to generous breakfasts and lingering suppers, while the fridge freezer and dishwasher make longer stays feel effortless.

A washing machine supports days spent exploring the countryside, the kettle and toaster settle into daily routines, and the microwave comes in handy for quick lunches, while doors lead straight out onto the patio, allowing meals and drinks to spill naturally into the garden.

Beyond the kitchen, a second living and dining room offers a welcoming atmosphere, with a dining table set near a feature fireplace and decorative wallpaper adding depth to the room, complemented by a day bed that suits a quiet read or an afternoon rest.

This space leads through to a further sitting area centred around a woodburning stove, where evenings naturally gather on the sofa with the TV on, before opening into the conservatory, a light‑filled room with tiled flooring and views across the garden.

Upstairs, the bedrooms are individually styled, with the single bedroom offering a wardrobe, feature fireplace, and countryside views, one double bedroom arranged with a dressing table for unhurried mornings, and the king‑size bedroom with zip and link beds and a wardrobe providing flexibility for different groups.

Another double bedroom features its own fireplace and benefits from an en‑suite walk‑in shower room, while the family bathroom serves the remaining rooms and is fitted with a bath and shower over, basin, WC, and stylish floor tiles.

Outside, the garden provides space to relax and spend time together, with lawn and patio areas suited to dining, unwinding, or watching children play, while a gentle stream runs along the far boundary, reinforcing the rural setting and sense of being just beyond the village.

Along the Jurassic Coast, days can be spent on fossil‑rich beaches searching the shoreline, walking cliff‑top paths with wide sea views, or enjoying picnics in sheltered coves, while Weymouth offers traditional seaside days with a long sandy beach, a lively harbour, and easy coastal walks, and Dorchester provides a contrast with historic streets shaped by Roman history, independent shops, and welcoming places to stop for lunch.

Millmead House in Portesham is a well‑located Dorset retreat, bringing together characterful accommodation and easy access to both coast and countryside.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £250.

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About the location

PORTESHAM

Weymouth 8 miles;Dorchester 8 miles

Portesham is a beautiful West Dorset village, superbly located for access to the spectacular World Heritage Jurassic Coast, South West Coastal Path and South Dorset Ridgeway, in an area of outstanding natural beauty and only a short drive from Weymouth, Dorchester or Bridport. The village is surrounded by glorious countryside, with direct access to public footpaths including the south west coastal path. There is an excellent local pub serving good food and real ales, and a village farm store. A great base for touring, there is plenty to see and do within a short drive of this picturesque area, including Abbotsbury Swannery and Tropical Gardens. Take a walk up to St Catherine’s Chapel and experience the fantastic views over Chesil beach. The bustling market town of Dorchester is just 8 miles away, with its array of interesting shops, restaurants and museums. Within easy reach is the family friendly seaside resort of Weymouth and the Jurassic coast, and also dramatic Portland, venue for the 2012 Olympic sailing events. With Bournemouth and Poole only 40 minutes away, this is altogether a super holiday destination at any time of the year.

This property has a Good Housekeeping Bond of 250 GBP.

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas

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