Apple Tree Cottage | Burton Bradstock | Dorset And Somerset

Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Pets Yes
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Features

Garden / Patio
Cot available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Seaside
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing

Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities

* Based on a combined average customer score

44 Customer Review(s)

Michael
April 2022

“Very nice, quaint cottage for a weeks stay.”

The stairs weren't too steep. One very nice big bedroom the second room adequate. Bathroom warm and almost luxurious. (As in description was downstairs so up and down in night). Kitchen well equipped with cutlery etc. Lovely small, peaceful secluded garden. Post Office/shop next door good and not heard.

The stairs weren't too steep. One very nice big bedroom the second room adequate. Bathroom warm and almost luxurious. (As in description was downstairs so up and down in night). Kitchen well equipped with cutlery etc. Lovely small, peaceful secluded garden. Post Office/shop next door good and not heard.

- Michael, April 2022
Christine April 2022

“Had a great holiday at Apple Tree cottage.”

It’s in a perfect location for walks from the front door. A well stocked shop right next door and two very good pubs. We were fortunate to have great weather so it would be a good idea to have a parasol with the garden furniture.

- Christine, April 2022
Helen April 2022

“Fabulous cottage which is perfectly situated.”

Burton bradstock is a stunning village with close proximity to the beach and beautiful walks. The very handy post office next door is great for essentials and the two pubs are friendly and serve excellent food. Could not have been happier and will certainly visit again. Only comment would be, it would have been handy to have a bottle of antibacterial spray or kitchen cleaner and perhaps a pint of milk on arrival. We brought almost everything with us but would have saved us having to pop straight out to the shop.

- Helen, April 2022
Terence March 2022

“Great cottage very comfy clean and welcoming , in pretty little village and could walk to beach.”

Good pub that does take away .

- Terence, March 2022

Very good to hear. Thank you. - and yes, it is a good pub with great food. Essential to book well in advance during the season though. Property Owner
Phillip March 2022

“A perfect cottage in a great location.”

We had a fun and relaxed stay at Apple Tree Cottage - a well equiped kitchen, amazing garden for us and the dog, great bath and shower and a comfortable bed. Great food options at the village pubs plus the Seaside Boarding House and Hive Beach cafe. Lots of good walks nearby both inland and on the beaches.

- Phillip, March 2022

We are delighted you enjoyed your stay so much, and that you appreciated both the area and the cottage itself. Always lovely to receive such a glowing review. Thank you. Property Owner
Jennie October 2021

“If you are looking for a no-frills, comfortable and convenient dog friendly cottage this is for you.”

Centrally situated with good access to shops, fields and beach and very easy to find. Loved it!

- Jennie, October 2021
Deanna October 2021

“The cottage is in an ideal location for walks to the beach and along the coastal path.”

The garden is lovely too with seating and fine for the dog. Heating was good, nice to have heated floor in bathroom. It was all clean too. It is the first cottage I've stayed that gives no 'welcome pack' and with only one toilet roll, 1 bin bag, 2 dishwasher tablets for 4 people for a week it gave a feeling of meanness. So take everything, as the post office next door is closed by the time you arrive. The upstairs windows could do with locks on them so that they could be secured open, be safe for small children and pets, as when it was windy it blew off it's connection. Nice to have a desk by the window although the chair cushion is too deep to use.

- Deanna, October 2021
John August 2021

“Apple Tree cottage is in a lovely picturesque village of Burton Bradstock, two doors away from a fantastic pub The Three Horse Shoes.”

We had a week in this cottage in August, on entering the cottage it reeked of stale dog, I appreciate this is a dog friendly cottage but this smell was awful, we also found dog hairs on the lower shelves in the kitchen where the pans were kept. There was no Information pack, giving information such as how to use the washing machine and where the fuse board was for the electricity which would have been useful as we had a power cut on the Sunday morning. The shower was scalding hot and couldn’t be controlled, it was either scalding hot or freezing cold, the bath tap was also trickling water all the time. On the Monday we complained to the agents about the problems and to be fair he did call in that afternoon he brought with him the information book, cleaned the dog hairs off the shelving and he adjusted the shower but the tap was still leaking, we were out at the time. I use the word adjusted as this problem had been reported to the Dream cottages on two previous occasions in April and July see reviews and by mid week the shower problem had returned. The cleaning of the cottage was not up to standard especially during a Covid Pandemic, as the week progressed more issues came to light. We had to brush the carpet due to stones from outside, the dust pan was full of dog hairs and as well as stones the shower curtain on the inside was covered with mould along the bottom, the base of the toilet pan had stale urine and hairs stuck to it. Stale food found down between the cushion on the settees and cob webs hanging from the wall lights. I would have thought that with the present Covid situation, cleanliness should have been on the top of the priority list but that does not appear to be the case with this cottage. I have since complained to the agents and they do not appear to be interested in our findings, no apology or any offer of a small amount of compensation, Sykes Cottages were on the BBC TV on The Great Staycation series recently and had large amount of cleanliness complaints, so ours wasn’t just the one off. We still had a good time but we paid a lot of money for that week, only to find that someone is not doing their job properly whether it be the cleaners or the agents.. Sent from my iPhone

- John, August 2021

Thank you for your valuable feedback, we are liaising with the owner and suggesting solutions to store the utensils and for a deep clean of the property. We are pleased we attended to look at the shower in a timely manner and understand the shower was just stiff. Kind regards Property Owner
Elisabeth July 2021

“This is a beautiful cottage in a picturesque village.”

It is small, but big enough for 4 adults and a baby and a large dog! The garden has now been made more secure (ref earlier review). There were some very minor issues, but the owner was very helpful with replying. The company they use to clean etc could have done better with spiders and cobwebs and emptying the bin. The same company only supply one toilet roll and one dishwasher tablet, which we felt was a bit mean (so come prepared). We are now in another Sykes cottage which has much more generous and welcoming supplies, including a whole packet of Waitrose coffee, tea, milk etc. But Apple Tree cottage was a pleasure, the 3 Horseshoes pub almost next door has fantastic food, but you need to book a couple of weeks early to get your choice of day or time! It is a short walk across 2 fields to the beautiful beach, which is perfect for doggy and human swimming, unless the sea is rough, when it could be dangerous.

- Elisabeth, July 2021
Sophie July 2021

“Beautiful cottage in a great location.”

However, the listing doesn’t mention that the garden adjoins the pub garden meaning it can get quite noisy. The post office’s back door and window open out into the garden. The window in particular was open whenever the shop was open and is easily accessible by dogs - again this wasn’t mentioned in the listing. The table in the garden is not the one pictured and would only be suitable for two (which fortunately we were).

- Sophie, July 2021
Terri July 2021

“Beautiful location with very pretty house and gardens.”

Be aware that post office next door means it’s very busy when they are open. Bathroom taps need attention, constant drip and and hard to change temperature on shower. More instructions needed for heating, couldn’t turn off heated radiator in bathroom when temp was 28 degrees. Three Horseshoes pub is fab for food but get there early as it gets really busy.

- Terri, July 2021
Geraldine May 2021

“The only disappointing aspect of the cottage was that the garden is not completely secure for an active and inquisitive dog of medium size or above.”

This meant that I had to keep my dog on the lead at all times if I wanted to sit outside, which was not what I had expected. This could be easily rectified by covering the low gap in the fence on the right hand side just above the patio, and by removing the compost heap from against the wall at the top right of the garden which my dog immediately climbed to get on top of the wall! The gardener came to cut the grass while I was there and I pointed this out to her for the sake of future guests. She said she intended to replace the compost heap with bins in due course, and would mention the low fence so that the gap can be fixed. In the meantime I think this should be pointed out to people with dogs who are booking Appletree Cottage as the description says it is 'an enclosed garden'.

- Geraldine, May 2021

Thankyou for your valuable feedback and we are sorry you did not feel the garden was enclosed. The Owner has made some changes since you stayed and has covered the low gap to the right hand side and also to the fenced area above the low wall at top right. They hope this will help further guests with pets. Property Owner
Trish April 2021

“The bath taps are very difficult to turn off and the shower control doesn’t work.”

I had th turn off the bath taps using a towel. The shower was very hot and I couldn’t add cold water. They really need looking at. We loved the cottage though and would book again. Great spot and very cosy.

- Trish, April 2021
Kirstin April 2021

“We had a lovely stay in this pretty cottage.”

It was so warm and cosy and in a perfect location - only minutes fom the beach and food al fresco at the Anchor Inn. We had perfect weather to enjoy the pretty garden and the kitchen had everything we needed. Communication regarding Covid policy was good and the cottage was clean and comfortable. Burton Bradstock is a perfect spot for exploring the Jurassic Coast. Thank you.

- Kirstin, April 2021
Alexandra October 2020

“Superb walks along the beach and surrounding area.”

Stairs in the cottage are not for the faint hearted - if you’re unsteady on your feet then this cottage is not for you. Paper delivery to next-door shop at 5.00 am could disturb light sleepers. Tap-dancing creatures in the roof space are a reminder of life in the countryside. We loved it!

- Alexandra, October 2020
Susan September 2020

“Lovely location, cottage was very quirky but clean and comfortable.”

- Susan, September 2020
Thomas September 2020

“The cottage is in a great location for visit to the beach and the Hive Restaraunt and the two local pubs / restaurants”

- Thomas, September 2020
Martyn August 2020

“Excellent cottage accommodation perfect for a family holiday.”

Perfect location next to country pub and shop with beach only 10 minutes walk. Will hopefully returning in the not to distant future.

- Martyn, August 2020
M July 2020

“We had a wonderful time in the cottage, a perfect spot to visit many lovely places.”

The garden and short walk across the fields to the beach is a real bonus if you have dogs. The cottage had everything you could wish for and we found it all very convenient and pleasant.

- M, July 2020
Linda February 2020

“Being able to take our dogs is the best for us.”

Such a comfortable cottage with a lovely garden for the hounds, so many walks on offer and two great pubs in staggering distance. Thoroughly enjoyed.

- Linda, February 2020
Helen October 2019

“Really lovely cottage in a gorgeous little village, the locals couldn’t have been more welcoming to us and our dog.”

.. thoroughly recommend

- Helen, October 2019
Maureen Susan September 2019

“There were only two of us on our holiday.”

We had a bedroom each. Upstairs would be very tight for four guests.

- Maureen Susan, September 2019
Paul August 2019

“Ditch the henry and get hoover to get rid of smell of dog.”

Apart from that we had a great time.thankyou!

- Paul, August 2019
Sally July 2019

“I guess for us the problems were that you are charging "top" money (£900+ for a weeks stay).”

., and for that, you expect something without any issues and there was one major issue... The property looked tired..., and needs some money spent on it... The grouting and sealant around the bath is a mess and looks like it was done by a chimp, in fact, that may be doing a chimp down.. The dishwasher doesn't work, and whilst it "works" nothing is cleaned..., it is ancient and needs replacing... I did like the layout and size of the property, it just needs some money spent on it if you are asking this massive amount for a weeks stay.., and I note that others have made this comment before, so I am not alone.. The one massive thing for us, was the noise outside at 03:50 every morning that woke us both up.. This would then go on a few more times up to 08:00, I counted one day being woken up no less that four times before 08:00.. This seems to be due to a whopping great diesel van delivering the newspapers for the next door Post Office.., I have no idea what all the other engine noises that woke us up were, but it is totally unacceptable.. I again note that others have pointed this out before.. My guess is that this is beyond the control of the owner of the property, but that is no excuse for not pointing this out to people before they book it, or even taking matters in to their own hands and getting double glazed units fitted to all the front facing windows.. I came away from the holiday wrecked as I had not had a proper nights sleep for five days... Not good enough for this sort of money, and no excuse when the property is turning over such a large income...

- Sally, July 2019
Michael June 2019

“The cottage is situated on a beautiful period village immaculately maintained close to some great pubs, restaurants, walks, beaches and general places of interest.”

We would gaily return and recommend the location to others.

- Michael, June 2019
Lesley May 2019

“Apple Tree Cottage is fabulous.”

Very cosy and comfortable and well equipped.Great location, easy walking access to the beach and cliff paths.Two excellent pubs in the village, both serving great food.A village shop and a mini supermarket ( at the garage)only a short walk. We took our young (4+6years)grandchildren on holiday with us and there is a brilliant playpark close by, an added bonus. AND everywhere is dog friendly. I would definitley recommend this cottage, especially for young families.

- Lesley, May 2019
Rebecca May 2019

“The listing stated that the garden was enclosed.”

It is enclosed, but only just (there is a bin blocking a gap in the boundary with the pub garden) and it should be made clear that it isn't secure for dogs. Not the end of the world, but part of the reason we chose this cottage was that we wanted to be able to the let the dog out without having to watch her the whole time. We received a phone call on the morning of our arrival to say that the Wi-Fi was not working but would be fixed by Tuesday at the latest. In fact it didn't work for the duaration of our stay (one week) and nobody contacted us to inform us of the situation or check if everything was ok. As my phone reception (EE) was very poor in the cottage, this was an inconvenience. It may also be worth stating in the listing that the cottage isn't suited to small children. The stairs are very steep and open sided - although it does state this in the listing - and the sunken bath is a hazard. Also the very thin walls meant that as soon as either our toddler or baby woke up, they woke the entire house (and probably the neighbours!). The above aside, the village is a great base for exploring Dorset and the two pubs serve excellent food and ale. Our toddler also loved the well equipped park which is a couple of minutes walk from the cottage.

- Rebecca, May 2019
Wendy April 2019

“On a positive I felt our issues were dealt with in a professional and friendly manner by all3 members of staff I spoke to.”

On that my expectations were met. However I have had to rate as expectations not met as when we arrived the property was not clean. Sykes cottages have a reputation for higher end holiday lets. I feel that our property needs some TLC. The garden was unkempt, some of the crockery, glasses and cutlery were not clean. The floors were sticky. It’s such a shame as the property is lovely and in a fabulous position. We would still recommend this property as I’m sure the above issues will be dealt with. A deep clean, lick of paint, sort the garden and maybe some new garden furniture and you have an ace let

- Wendy, April 2019
Elizabeth March 2019

“Fabulous cottage.”

Excellent location some 15 minutes beautiful field walk to the beach. Two steps from 'Three Horseshoes' pub that is very popular and excellent food. Homely 'shabby chic' feel making it more like a home rather than a sterile 'wipe clean' rental property. Well equipped kitchen, comfortable bed with a good weeks sleep, the long day walks may have something to do with that! Jack our Lurcher was very comfortable and relaxed after days out. It's great to just open the back door in the morning and last thing at night for him and know the garden is truly secure.

- Elizabeth, March 2019
Gary February 2019

“Lovely old cottage in beautiful village not too far from the coast.”

2 doors away from an excellent pub restaurant, the food is fantastic. Don’t miss the fish and chip van on the village green Monday night it’s excellent. The cottage is cosy and quaint but the stairs aren’t for the elderly. Short drive to Bridport and many places of interest

- Gary, February 2019
Mike February 2019

“Lovely cottage, the second time we have stayed here and really enjoyed it, comfortable and clean.”

- Mike, February 2019
Nicola February 2019

“The fact that we can take 3 dogs is a bonus, not many cottages do this.”

Sykes have the best search engine for requirements when booking holidays.

- Nicola, February 2019
Mrs Christine Fortune Sep 2018

“The location was perfect, the cottage was perfect too and had everything needed to make for a really lovely holiday.”

Stayed June 2018

- Mrs Christine Fortune, Sep 2018
Mrs Nicola Rogers Sep 2018

“Have stayed before and always enjoy my stay.”

Appreciated the new mattress in the main bedroom and the new decor downstairs. Stayed June 2018

- Mrs Nicola Rogers, Sep 2018
Ms Ruth Ashton Sep 2018

“Delightful cottage.”

Felt more like a home than a holiday let. Comfortable and spacious. Ideally situated within walking distance of a lovely beach and next door but one to a great pub with excellent food. Stayed July 2018

- Ms Ruth Ashton, Sep 2018
Mrs Julia Boswell Jun 2018

“Lovely cottage in an excellent location with a beautiful garden!”

Stayed June 2018

- Mrs Julia Boswell, Jun 2018
Mrs Artlett Jan 2018

“The cottage was perfect for our Christmas stay with dogs.”

On arrival it felt cosy & warm and was festively welcoming with the Christmas tree, mince pies and prosecco - Thankyou. The enclosed garden was a real bonus and the entry into the stone floor of the kitchen was a great buffer area to keep the lounge free of wet dogs. The location was excellent with easy access to the beach and stunning walks on the coastal path. Both pubs in the village were human & dog friendly and served great food. We will be back! Stayed December 2017

- Mrs Artlett, Jan 2018
Mr Adrian Shefford Sep 2017

“Great compact cottage for our family of 4 with 2 teenagers, right in the centre of the village, and only 10 minute walk to hive beach.”

Everything we needed for our short break over the lovely bank holiday weekend. Stayed August 2017.

- Mr Adrian Shefford, Sep 2017
Mr Richard Whatcott Sep 2017

“Good location and great walks for us and the dogs.”

Would use again - stayed August 2017

- Mr Richard Whatcott, Sep 2017
Mrs Susan Gray May 2016

“Although we have stayed in Burton Bradstock many times in the past this was our first stay at Apple Tree Cottage.”

We thoroughly enjoyed our week in this lovely cottage. From the initial booking to the end of our holiday everything was smooth and efficient. We will definitely book future holidays with Dream Cottages. Stayed April 2016

- Mrs Susan Gray, May 2016
Mrs Roisin Kirby Apr 2016

“We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Apple Tree Cottage.”

It's a beautiful thatched cottage next door to the village post office and a stone's throw from the Three Horseshoes pub which does great food and is dog friendly! The cottage is well equipped and cosy with a lovely little garden and patio. It's a short walk to the beach and the West Bay Cafe, and a great spot to travel further afield along the coastal path. We would heartily recommend! Stayed April 2016

- Mrs Roisin Kirby, Apr 2016
Mr Aidan McGee Apr 2016

“Lovely place - well equipped.”

Great location. Stayed April 2016

- Mr Aidan McGee, Apr 2016
Mr Mike Todd Jan 2016

“Lovely cottage, really enjoyed our stay.”

Thank you. Stayed New Year 2016

- Mr Mike Todd, Jan 2016
Ms Bonthorne Oct 2015

“Lovely cottage in a beautiful location.”

Well equipped and good house and location for the dogs . Stayed October 2015

- Ms Bonthorne, Oct 2015
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The property

A chocolate box cottage complete with roses around the door, Apple Tree Cottage is in the heart of Burton Bradstock next to the post office.

This quaint village is made up of cute thatched cottages, twisting country lanes, pretty gardens and a picturesque river.

With it’s cosy sitting room/study with a log effect gas fire and kitchen breakfast room that leads into the cottage garden you can be assured of the full cottage experience.

The village has a shop and choice of two pubs each serving good food and ales and the village tea rooms are there for morning coffee or afternoon tea.

The beach is an easy walk from the cottage and has wonderful cliff views, access to the South West coast path and a highly commended beach cafe called 'The Hive' which serves a variety of local food and drinks.

An outing to West Bay, which is approximately three miles away, gives you a chance to explore the colourful fishing harbour and to sample locally caught crabs and lobsters as well as local ice cream.

Haddon House is often recommended for Sunday lunch.

The Market Town of Bridport with it’s famous antiques market is just 4 miles drive away and worth a visit.

If you dream of finding fossil’s then the beautiful Charmouth beach is a short drive to the west from Apple Tree cottage.

Summary

Ground floor: Sitting room with study area
Kitchen/breakfast room with patio doors to garden with a partially enclosed patio and lawned area
Bathroom with partly sunken bath, shower over, basin, bidet and WC
Steeper than normal open tread cottage stairs from Sitting room to 1st floor: Bedroom 1 double bed
Bedroom 2 twin single beds.
Gas central heating, Gas Hob, Electric oven, Fridge/freezer, washer, dryer, dishwasher, TV with integral DVD player
Wifi
Cot
On road parking on first come first served basis
Telephone incoming calls only
Power and fuel inc.in rent
Log effect gas fire
Bed linen and towels inc. Garden furniture
Up to 3 dogs welcome, charge of £21 per pet per week
Sorry no smoking
Shop and pub within a couple of minutes walk

About the location

BURTON BRADSTOCK

Bridport 2.5 miles; Weymouth 15 miles; Dorchester 16 miles; Yeovil 21 miles

A wonderful coastal village in Bride Valley on Dorset's picturesque Jurassic Coast, flanked by the River Bride. Burton Bradstock is the perfect spot for a peaceful break on England's south coast, with the South West Coastal Path running alongside for you walking enthusiasts. The village itself boasts 16th and 17th century thatched cottages as well as two pubs, a shop and a Post Office, the glistening Hive Beach is a wonderful spot to spend the summer days with the magnificent cliffs as a backdrop, there is also a lovely café to sit and relax in, once a year the Spring Tide Festival is held which would be worth lining up your holiday with! There are many attractions and activities to enjoy around here, with the stunning coastal resort of Weymouth making for an excellent day out. Alternatively, head inland to Dorchester and Yeovil for great shopping, architecture, eating and drinking.

Note: As this property is thatched as a safety measure no BBQs and candles allowed.
Note: Although the garden is enclosed, we cannot guarantee that a pet would be unable to leave the garden area and advise pets should be supervised when in the garden.

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Reviews & Ratings

“Very nice, quaint cottage for a weeks stay.”

“Had a great holiday at Apple Tree cottage.”

“Fabulous cottage which is perfectly situated.”

“Great cottage very comfy clean and welcoming , in pretty little village and could walk to beach.”

“A perfect cottage in a great location.”

“If you are looking for a no-frills, comfortable and convenient dog friendly cottage this is for you.”

“The cottage is in an ideal location for walks to the beach and along the coastal path.”

“Apple Tree cottage is in a lovely picturesque village of Burton Bradstock, two doors away from a fantastic pub The Three Horse Shoes.”

“This is a beautiful cottage in a picturesque village.”

“Beautiful cottage in a great location.”

“Beautiful location with very pretty house and gardens.”

“The only disappointing aspect of the cottage was that the garden is not completely secure for an active and inquisitive dog of medium size or above.”

“The bath taps are very difficult to turn off and the shower control doesn’t work.”

“We had a lovely stay in this pretty cottage.”

“Superb walks along the beach and surrounding area.”

“Lovely location, cottage was very quirky but clean and comfortable.”

“The cottage is in a great location for visit to the beach and the Hive Restaraunt and the two local pubs / restaurants”

“Excellent cottage accommodation perfect for a family holiday.”

“We had a wonderful time in the cottage, a perfect spot to visit many lovely places.”

“Being able to take our dogs is the best for us.”

“Really lovely cottage in a gorgeous little village, the locals couldn’t have been more welcoming to us and our dog.”

“There were only two of us on our holiday.”

“Ditch the henry and get hoover to get rid of smell of dog.”

“I guess for us the problems were that you are charging "top" money (£900+ for a weeks stay).”

“The cottage is situated on a beautiful period village immaculately maintained close to some great pubs, restaurants, walks, beaches and general places of interest.”

“Apple Tree Cottage is fabulous.”

“The listing stated that the garden was enclosed.”

“On a positive I felt our issues were dealt with in a professional and friendly manner by all3 members of staff I spoke to.”

“Fabulous cottage.”

“Lovely old cottage in beautiful village not too far from the coast.”

“Lovely cottage, the second time we have stayed here and really enjoyed it, comfortable and clean.”

“The fact that we can take 3 dogs is a bonus, not many cottages do this.”

“The location was perfect, the cottage was perfect too and had everything needed to make for a really lovely holiday.”

“Have stayed before and always enjoy my stay.”

“Delightful cottage.”

“Lovely cottage in an excellent location with a beautiful garden!”

“The cottage was perfect for our Christmas stay with dogs.”

“Great compact cottage for our family of 4 with 2 teenagers, right in the centre of the village, and only 10 minute walk to hive beach.”

“Good location and great walks for us and the dogs.”

“Although we have stayed in Burton Bradstock many times in the past this was our first stay at Apple Tree Cottage.”

“We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Apple Tree Cottage.”

“Lovely place - well equipped.”

“Lovely cottage, really enjoyed our stay.”

“Lovely cottage in a beautiful location.”

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About the location

BURTON BRADSTOCK