Magnolia Cottage Osmington | Osmington | Manor Ho | Dorset And Somerset

Customer rating

4.1★

4 Guests
2 Bedrooms
1 Bathroom
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Cot available
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing

Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

60 Customer Review(s)

Wendy
October 2025

“Magnolia Cottage really is a 'proper cottage'; latch doors, creaky floorboards, the works.”

We were surprised how warm it was, expecting it to be a bit draughty, we arrived with throws for the evening, but we didn't need them (and throws were also provided!). The cottage was very clean and provided most of the things we needed. The sloping ceilings were an issue and all three of us were caught out. The twin room was better as you could access the middle of the room with a normal height ceiling, but the main bedroom was more problematic, as whichever side you slept on, when you got ...

We were surprised how warm it was, expecting it to be a bit draughty, we arrived with throws for the evening, but we didn't need them (and throws were also provided!). The cottage was very clean and provided most of the things we needed. The sloping ceilings were an issue and all three of us were caught out. The twin room was better as you could access the middle of the room with a normal height ceiling, but the main bedroom was more problematic, as whichever side you slept on, when you got out of bed and stood up .. whack, there's the ceiling! However, it happened less as the week went on and we became accustomed to it. We are quite a tall family, between 5'8 and 6'2. The kitchen was well-equipped, but there was a niggle ... the kettle badly needed descaling. Take your own tin opener! The lounge was a good size, but the sofas were low and quite hard, which made them uncomfortable and getting up, particularly for my dad, was a bit challenging. Parking was easy, but the property is on a main road, so take care pulling out. The cottage is close to Weymouth, Dorchester and Bovington. A fantastic little farm shop is literally a couple of hundred yards away, selling delicious treats and decent coffee. We had a lovely time; like i said, this is a 'proper cottage', but i don't think our heads would cope with a second visit.

- Wendy, October 2025

Thanks for your feedback. We are glad you enjoyed your stay. We have replaced the kettle, microwave and some kitchen utensil’s ready for 2026 season. Property Owner
Martin September 2025

“The property is ideally suited for the local attractions on offer in Dorset.”

It was very well provisioned with all necessary equipment. The beds were comfortable and there was a large fridge/freezer which enabled adequate supplies of food to be stored. We had a problem with the washer dryer but this was very quickly attended to.

- Martin, September 2025

Thanks for your feedback. Glad you enjoyed your stay and that the washer dryer issue was promptly attended to. Property Owner
William August 2025

“Magnolia cottage is a nice and cosy little thatched cottage, set in a cluster of other similar cottages.”

Located near the main road in Osmington, but in a quiet spot. Positive things: nice kitchen and layout, good beds, quiet environment, nice furnishings, bathrooms all fine. Negative things: the property was not very clean when we received it, with some dirty cutlery, plates and pots. There were quite a lot of cobwebs and spiders in different places, not just around the ceiling, but also lower down. It is a country house but it didn't seem to have been cleaned very well. Also several things were broken or not working well - the laundry rack and the kettle, among others. When I tried to contact Sykes Cottages about the laundry rack, I had to chat with an AI bot on WhatsApp, which resulted in nothing. I did however eventually have success through emailing another address. Overall: a nice place which would have been nicer if found in a slightly better condition.

- William, August 2025

Thanks for your feedback. Sorry for this. Dream Cottages cleaners have been informed of your comments. Hope you had a great holiday otherwise. Property Owner
Nicholas August 2025

“1. The kettle is unsafe - the lid pops open at the start of the boiling process which would be extremely dangerous if a child is in the vicinity.”

It is also caked in timescale - this happens - but kettles can be replaced at a reasonable cost . 2. The ironing board cover - both layers cannot be secured to the actual ironing board. 3. No instructions for the TV 4. The amount of flies caused a nuisance but the cottage is next to a dairy farm . There was a squashed fly on the picture above the bed in the main bedroom when we arrived ( and left ) 5. The key box would not re lock

- Nicholas, August 2025

Thanks for your feedback. The issues you raised have been dealt with. Hope you had a good stay otherwise. Property Owner
Stephen May 2025

“Whilst the cottage was great and located to access all local attractions and activities I would definitely recommend however my disabled son left a bear behind and trying to contact Dream Cottages about it was near impossible everything is automated but if you do contact a real person they take details and never respond really poor customer service.”

- Stephen, May 2025

Sorry you were unable to get through to Dream Cottages. They have been experiencing problems with their phone system. I have contacted them on your behalf and hopefully they will find and return your bear. Hope you enjoyed your stay despite this. Many thanks (Owner) Property Owner
Teresa May 2025

“I loved the cottage and do not want to leave.”

Will definitely come back.

- Teresa, May 2025

Thank you for the lovely feedback. Glad you enjoyed your stay and hope you’ll visit again soon. Many thanks Property Owner
Adam September 2024

“We loved our stay in this beautiful home.”

The location is perfect, we did find it a bit dusty in places, like the nest of tables. If we payed 1k for a week we would not have been happy but overall it was very clean and nicely decorated, you can tell its well loved. It was nice having good quality appliances that work well. The sound insulation could be better in the bedroom as we could hear next-door alot. Would we come back 100% thanks again for a fantastic holiday.

- Adam, September 2024
Rachel September 2024

“Magnolia cottage is a lovely cottage in a great location to visit all the surrounding areas.”

It wasn't as clean is I'd expect it to have been - cobwebs in areas that had clearly been there for a while, a lot of dust in places particularly the bench in the hallway, and under the small set of tables in the living room. When stripping the sheets on the last day the mattress protector and the pillow protectors had yellow stains on them and the actual bed sheet that had been tucked under the mattress had black dirt partially along one edge. Also there were a lot of crumbs on the counter tops in the kitchen. It is a comfortable cottage for 2 people, I just think the cleanliness needs to be addressed.

- Rachel, September 2024
Carol July 2024

“A well equipped, quality furnished and tastefully decorated quaint cottage, however, the lack of attention to detail on cleanliness really lets it down.”

It was not apparent that a deep clean had taken place recently. The presence of flies was off putting. We had an issue with the boiler firing up intermittently throughout the night. Although this was addressed the problem wasn’t resolved. The fridge was not cold enough. The maintenance team did intervene quickly and helped by installing a table top fridge temporarily. The parking space allocated incurred big bird droppings every morning on my car which became so bad that I had to get my car jet washed when we left. It was alarming that we were able to hear the neighbours through thick stone walls and I’m afraid we are not a lover of their cats. The location of the cottage was ideal for exploring the beautiful Dorset coastline. A farm shop just a short walk around the corner and The Smugglers Inn pub nearby a welcome retreat!

- Carol, July 2024
Bridgett May 2024

“The cottage was everything we could have wished for.”

Many thanks. Only a couple of very small suggestions - a couple of spare loo rolls would have been comforting (though in the event not needed!) and one or two more hooks/places to hang towels after showering etc. would have been nice. The biggest problem was finding the place as the Sly Fox pub no longer exists!! Also coming from Southampton and not Weymouth made the directions rather hard to follow. However an excellent cottage all round, would thoroughly recommend it

- Bridgett, May 2024
Dave October 2023

“We really liked the cottage, well described and perfect for what we needed.”

The beds were comfy and the kitchen was wet equipped. Unfortunately, the cleaning wasn't the best and it could do with a proper deep clean rather than the surface type clean that was done for our arrival. The kettle had an enormous amount of limescale build up and desperately needs cleaning. The electric fire didn't work which would have helped keep the downstairs warm as it got quite chilly of an evening. The parking space is very small, you have to unload people and things before you park as there's no room to get out, we do have a big vehicle though. The neighbours didn't like us doing this and commented to us which made us feel like we were upsetting them or doing something we shouldn't. We also would have appreciated being told before booking that there was cctv, we noticed a camera half way through our stay. Generally it was really nice although slightly let down by a few things that could easily be resolved with a little care.

- Dave, October 2023

Thank you for your feedback. Please be assured that the porch CCTV is only active when the cottage is vacant in the winter months. We have raised the cleaning issue with Dream Cottages and a new heater will be fitted over winter. It is perfectly fine to load and unload outside Magnolia Cottage. We are sorry and confused why the neighbours complained. Hope you had a great stay otherwise. Property Owner
Martin July 2023

“Cottage great nice and roomy facilities good however directions need updating as ...”

Cottage great nice and roomy facilities good however directions need updating as pub no longer exists and we do like a pub within walking distance

- Martin, July 2023

Thank you for your feedback. Yes it's such a shame that The Fox has closed, we have updated our description, The Smugglers Inn is walkable but a bit further. Glad you liked the cottage and hope you had a great holiday Property Owner
Jane May 2023

“Would have been helpful to have salt and shakers provided.”

Shower control not working properly, runs very hot, and will not turn down. Had to keep turning water off to have comfortable shower. Otherwise excellent facilties. Excellent situation for visiting intesting places in Dorset.

- Jane, May 2023

Very sorry about the shower. A new thermostatic shower has now been fitted. If you had called Dream Cottages it could have been fixed during your stay. Glad you found the facilities and location to be excellent and hope you visit again. Property Owner
Austin October 2022

“Generally, a good place to stay for a week, more so for a couple than a family, since the stairs are quite steep and could be a risky for smaller folk.”

The Master bedroom: The Queen size bed ( 6ft wide) is very comfortable and while firm, does yield for a good night's sleep but does not restrict movement around the room - very nice. Taller folk will soon be aware of the sloping thatched roof. It has to be noted that the floorboards move a lot and this means a lot of squeaking whenever you move around in this room - this can be heard right across the ground floor so at night, it can be noticeable to the point of annoyance. I feel that the neighbours must be able to hear this given our own experiences: The second bedroom does not suffer from this at all. It must also be noted that the toilet of the adjoining property backs onto the wall of the headboard - folk in the master bed will unfortunately hear quite a lot of flushing and other actitivies including much door closing ( slamming) late at night / early morning. Light sleepers will find this disconcerting. The Lounge is airy, the sofas are decent and the TV is a very good size. The many windows allow good light although you are visible to neighbours approaching their property. The car port is right next to the cottage roof / next door's kitchen window and reversing out, one needs to take note of the overhang and the small patio which tyakes a day or so to learn - larger SUVs will notice this and it might be worth mentioning to avoid disappointment. The instructions for finding the property do need to be updated and improved. The pub / Stable Bar are long gone (sadly) so it should be removed as a landmark from the documentation. Coming from Preston / Weymouth, the first drive past Church Lane is the drive for East Farm itself, by the old telephone booth - and this too has a sign on the wall for 'East Farm' which will catch the latecomer out on a dark night. A better instruction is that immediately past Chapel Lane, look for the slate sign for 'East Farm Cottages' on the right side and note it is a sharp turn back off the road which can catch the driver out if not prepared. Coming from Poxwell, Craig's Farm Dairy is the marker for slowing down and looking for the East Farm Cottages sign on the lhe left which will appear very quickly after the farm shop entrance. Leaving the driveway to go east can be tricky in peak times, as the bend to the left is nearly blind; a confident and swift departure when the road appears clear is recommended. The owner may wish to know that a neighbour allowed their small dog to excrete without collecting. On the day of our departure we had a deposit directly in the path from the front door to the drivers' side of our car and undder the eaves of the property; only luck and sharp eyesight prevented an unwelcome incident. Whether this was carelessness or even deliberate I cannot say but the location was in such a strategic place that the dog must have either been off the leash and un-monitored, or else walked round the property to the car port and allowed to act - it was well off the route out of the driveway... It was not cat or fox faeces.Worth noting in case of a repeat performance. We really enjoyed our stay - you are one wall away from the Farm Dairy so you will hear and smell the cows as they are milked. I grew up with this, but city-dwellers may find this novelty interesting!

- Austin, October 2022

Thank you for your feedback. We will address the issues you raise over the winter period. Glad you enjoyed your stay at Magnolia Cottage. Property Owner
Michael July 2022

“Excellent cottage, very clean and had up to date equipment.”

Things that may need doing for the future to make thing perfect. 1. A hop up in the kitchen to reach the shelves. 2. Picture of the staircase and entrance hall on the initial viewing. 3. New nonstick frying pan. 4. Creaking in the upstairs floors rectified. The only real disappointment was that the village pub across the road was closed. ? For refurbishment we presume. The cottage folder was precise and full of information. The wooden and tiled floor downstairs kept the cottage reasonably cool in the hot weather. Having a bug zapper in the kitchen did keep the flies down in the building. It was a cottage you was glad to get back to at night. Overall a good base to work from to reach all parts of Dorset..

- Michael, July 2022

Thank you for your valuable feedback. We now have hop up for the kitchen and a new frying pan. We will try to address the creaky floorboards over winter however it is an old property. Glad you had a pleasant stay at Magnolia Cottage. Property Owner
Derry June 2022

“Cottage was beautiful everything you needed like home.”

The only complaint was the musty smell, which we managed to track down. It was the mop in the cupboard. Obviously it had been left wet and not left to dry as it was scrunched up in the bucket. We washed it out and left it outside to dry out and that solved the problem.

- Derry, June 2022

Thank you so much for solving the musty smell mystery - very much appreciated. We are really pleased that you enjoyed your stay at Magnolia Cottage and hope you will visit again. Thank you! Property Owner
John June 2022

“There is a number of things that need to be addressed.”

1. There is a very strong smell of damp in the property, which wasn't addressed by leaving the windows open. 2. The fridge/freezer was too high for my wife to reach the top shelf. 3. The bottle tray support in the fridge door is broken & therefore insecure. 4. The bottom freezer drawer is broken. 5. The melamine tray in the kitchen is badly repaired and has a sharp corner. 6. There are no towel rails anywhere and nowhere else to get towels or anything dry. 7. There was a campervan parked outside the kitchen window which blocked light from the kitchen. 8. People from other properties walking past the windows made it feel like we were in a goldfish bowl especially as there were no net curtains.

- John, June 2022

Thank you for your valuable feedback. We do take all comments on board, we will investigate the smell of damp and the owner will be replacing the fridge/freezer at the end of the season. We are sorry that the campervan blocked out the light in the kitchen during your stay, this vehicle is only ever parked there very occasionally. We do hope that you had a lovely holiday and the enjoyed your time in Dorset. Property Owner
John May 2022

“Sofas were uncomfortable.”

Limited cleaning materials provided; e.g. bleach for loos, pads to clean cooking utensils. Bedding and towels very good BUT, mattresses were far too soft; single bed falling out of bed if turning. All in all very uncomfortable; limited opportunity to get adequate rest. Car parking spot - immediately under bird roosting area resulting in car festooned in bird faeces. Not good

- John, May 2022

Thank you for your comments. Magnolia Cottage now has new mattresses throughout. We hope they are more comfortable. Sorry we are not allowed to provide strong cleaning fluid or bleach for Health & Safety reasons. Sorry about the bird mess. We are looking at what can be done about this. Property Owner
Nancy April 2022

“It was a lovely cottage in a lovely village.”

The downstairs was bigger than we expected and worked perfectly for us. There were a few things missing on arrival - dishwasher tablets and tea towels - but this was very quickly sorted. I could have done with a few pan stands and maybe some weighing scales but otherwise the kitchen was well equipped and organised. Loved the chest of games which kept our 7 year old entertained. Lovely local walks too.

- Nancy, April 2022

Thank you for your feedback. We are glad you enjoyed your stay at Magnolia and hope you will visit again. Property Owner
Rodney March 2022

“Clean, well maintained with absolutely everything we needed we really enjoyed our stay.”

Ideally situated for walking with coastal path nearby.

- Rodney, March 2022

Thank you for your lovely feedback. We are glad you enjoyed your stay at Magnolia and hope you will visit again. Property Owner
Terry December 2021

“Lovely comfortable cottage felt at home as soon as we walked through the door had everything we needed and more a truly relaxing 2 weeks.”

- Terry, December 2021

Thank you for your feedback. We are glad you enjoyed your stay at Magnolia and hope you will visit again. Property Owner
Andrea November 2021

“Fabulous cottage.”

Can’t fault it at all. …I felt so much at home. ..that I wish I could live there!

- Andrea, November 2021

Thank you for your feedback. We are glad you enjoyed your stay at Magnolia and hope you will visit again. Property Owner
Ramona October 2021

“The cottage has a nice dishwasher and TV but is lacking supplies like proper handsoap, more than 2 toilet rolls (only very cheap quality as well) and has no hair dryer.”

The mattress in the bed has a divet and the sofa is completely worn through. The bin in the kitchen is broken (pedal not working). Given the price, I expected more.

- Ramona, October 2021

Very sorry the cottage did not meet with your expectations. This issues you mention have been rectified over winter. The hairdryer is kept in the main bedroom chest of drawers. We have discussed the supplies issue with Dream Cottages and hopefully this should improve this season. Property Owner
Peter September 2021

“Whilst the cottage is pretty it is in a very tired state and need of refurbishment , we had to give the shower a good scrub before we could use it .”

the overall appearance was OK but closer inspection revealed poor quality of cleaning, not dirty but not clean either, considering we couldn't gain access until 5 pm for Covid cleaning it was somewhat disappointing and we went around and cleaned all surfaces ourselves

- Peter, September 2021

Thank you for your comments. We are undertaking a winter refurbish and a new larger shower is being fitted in February. The cottage will then look fresher for the new season. I have taken up the cleaning feedback with Dream Cottages who are responsible for this. Many thanks Property Owner
Julie August 2021

“Lovely cottage with good facilities in a great location for touring this area!”

- Julie, August 2021

Thank you for your feedback. We are glad you enjoyed your stay at Magnolia and hope you will visit again. Property Owner
Heather August 2021

“Excellent location and very comfortable.”

Good quality furnishings in home. A few of the online reviews complained about camper van parked outside - it was no problem as it belongs to neighbours. Only small problem for us was our car got covered in bird droppings where we had to park underneath tv aerial on cottage.

- Heather, August 2021

Thank you for your feedback. We are glad you enjoyed your stay at Magnolia and hope you will visit again. Sorry for the bird mess. Thank you for being understanding about the neighbours camper van. This has now been moved. Property Owner
Jackie June 2021

“The bedrooms were clean and very comfy.”

We dropped something which went under the sofa where we found a lot of dust and fluff, a pencil, scrabble piece and babies dummy. The shower was not clean and even though we tried to clean the plug hole with a plunger, we were standing in an inch of water every time which was not pleasant. A camper van always parked at the back window which meant those curtains were always drawn as no privacy. We found the pots and pans very scratched. All this was made worse because we couldn't enter until 5pm due to extra covid cleaning...I think not. All this is unusual for a Sykes cottage. We have been to 11 cottages and usually have high praise. Not this time I'm afraid

- Jackie, June 2021

Thank you for your feedback. Sorry the cottage did not meet your expectations. We have since had a new shower fitted and a bought new set of pans. The neighbours no longer park their camper van at the rear of the cottage. We hope these issues did not spoil your holiday too much. Property Owner
Jo May 2021

“Fantastic location , very comfortable cottage .”

Only downside was the outside area - it wasn’t made clear there was only a bench at the front of the property & the camper van at the back covering the back windows was a shame too ! However we would still visit again.

- Jo, May 2021

Thank you for your feedback. We are glad you enjoyed your stay at Magnolia and hope you will visit again. Sorry we only have a small outside space with a bench & table. Sorry about the neighbours camper van. This has now been moved. Property Owner
Grace April 2021

“We enjoyed our holiday at magnolia cottage.”

lovely cottage in very pleasant surroundings .Plenty of things to do and see in surrounding area. Just one small thing it would have been nice to have had some cleaning liquid especially for the toilet.

- Grace, April 2021

Thank you for your feedback. We are glad you enjoyed your stay at Magnolia and hope you will visit again. Sorry about the lack of toilet cleaner. Apparently we are not allowed to provide toilet cleaner for Health & Safety reasons. Property Owner
Deb October 2020

“It was a perfect cottage in a lovely location.”

Would happily recommend this to our friends

- Deb, October 2020

Thank you for your feedback. We are glad you enjoyed your stay at Magnolia and hope you will visit again. Property Owner
Felicity September 2020

“We had a really lovely time in the cottage we stayed at - it was beautifully presented and well equipped with what we needed for the duration of our stay.”

There were just a few things (not a complaint just to be made aware of): -The kitchen hob has some tough stains on 3 out of 4 of the rings as such we were a bit apprehensive to use in case it started smoking or something. We attempted to clean them but to little avail. We were able to use 2 in the end. There also wasn’t a manual for the oven that we could find so we avoided using it as it wasn’t a oven we were familiar with. - We weren’t sure if the extractor fan in the bathroom was working correctly or not as couldn’t hear it when we turned it on with the light. - One of the magic lamps in the twin room wasn’t working correctly and making a loud buzzing noise when switched on. In all honesty those things were incredibly small and did not have a major impact on our weekend break at all. We had a lovely time and would heartily recommend a stay at Magnolia cottage to anyone wanting to stay in the area.

- Felicity, September 2020

Thank you for your feedback. We are glad you enjoyed your stay at Magnolia. Thank you for highlighting the maintenance issues. These have all been rectified now. We hope you will visit again. Property Owner
Heather September 2020

“We used the cottage as a base for completing our walk of the South West Coast Path and despite a very warm sunny week we were able to finish the path.”

- Heather, September 2020

Thank you for your feedback. We are glad you enjoyed your stay at Magnolia and hope you will visit again. Property Owner
Nick February 2020

“A lovely cottage and a really pleasant stay with the family.”

Would be even better if the electric living room heater was converted to a real log burner. We brought logs and kindling with us for the occasion, though didn’t look closely at the photos beforehand!

- Nick, February 2020

Thank you for your feedback. We are glad you enjoyed your stay at Magnolia and hope you will visit again. Really sorry but we are not allowed to have a real log burner because of the thatched roof. Property Owner
Amanda January 2020

“Location was great the cottage was so quiet and warm after being out all day and ...”

Location was great the cottage was so quiet and warm after being out all day and weather was cold and wet I have stayed in many cottages and I can say this was the best one yet I have stayed in

- Amanda, January 2020

Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We are glad you enjoyed your stay at Magnolia and hope you will visit again. Property Owner
Gloria November 2019

“Love this cottage so comfy and clean our 3rd visit won't be our last”

- Gloria, November 2019

Thank you for your lovely feedback. We are glad you enjoyed your stay at Magnolia and hope you will visit again. Property Owner
Kim November 2019

“Nice cottage, well equipped with kitchen utensils, Our allocated parking was being used by another vehicle, the out look was terrible as there was two dumped cars which never moved and at the rear of the property another large vehicle covered two of our windows.”

On returning home my husband went to check oil etc and found that a rat had eaten his engine bonnet lining. Beautiful cottage terrible location

- Kim, November 2019

Thank you for your feedback. Sorry if there was a problem in the courtyard. The neighbours cars at the front of the property and the camper van at the rear have since been moved. Property Owner
Greg October 2019

“Parking is a bit tricky and shame that you end up just looking out over car parking out of both the front and back.”

- Greg, October 2019
Katrina October 2019

“The whole ambience of staying in a thatched cottage and the location was perfect !”

- Katrina, October 2019

Thank you for your feedback. We are glad you enjoyed your stay at Magnolia and hope you will visit again. Property Owner
Pauline September 2019

“Very poor directions,needs more visible signage to the cottage .”

Parking for a second car needs signage on the wall stating for Magnolia cottage only as someone was parking there regularly. WIndows of cottage were filthy. Cottage very dusty .

- Pauline, September 2019

Thank you for your feedback. We will be reviewing your comments with the owner and the relevant team hear at Dream Cottages. Apologies for any inconvenience cause by the parking and we are of course saddened to hear, certain areas of the cottage were not as clean as you had hoped for. We encourage guest to call the office during their stay to make us aware of such matters so that we can take the appropriate action to make guest’s stay more comfortable with very little disruption. Property Owner
Ronny July 2019

“The cottage is really gorgeous and comfy.”

The decor was very tasteful and comprehensive. There was nothing missing for us and we felt very comfortable for 1 week.The price was absolutely justified.The location near to the coast was very comfortable too.

- Ronny, July 2019

Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We are glad you enjoyed your stay at Magnolia and hope you will visit again. Property Owner
David July 2019

“We were blessed with sunshine every day and reminded how beautiful this part of Dorset is.”

Magnolia Cottage provided a super base for our seven days sojourn. A memorable holiday in every way. Thank you!

- David, July 2019

Thank you for your fantastic feedback. We are glad you enjoyed your stay at Magnolia and hope you will visit again. Property Owner
Ian June 2019

“Lovely cottage with all comforts and imenities.”

Only thing was at our designated car space by the cottage our car got covered in bird excrement so a cover between the roofs of cottages would be good. Perfect place to stay for places if interest.

- Ian, June 2019

Thank you for your feedback. We are glad you enjoyed your stay at Magnolia and hope you will visit again. Sorry about the bird mess. Property Owner
Stephen April 2019

“We enjoyed our stay at Magnolia Cottage very much.”

The inside of the cottage, was good quality and very clean and tidy. It certainly lived up to our expectations. Our one disappointment was was the lack of good outside space. We had hoped to be able to sit in a small garden rather than at a table in the car park turning area. Over all though, we would still rate the cottage good.

- Stephen, April 2019

Thank you for your feedback. We are glad you enjoyed your stay at Magnolia and hope you will visit again. Sorry the cottage has just a small decking area in the courtyard. Property Owner
Kiran March 2019

“Lovely cottage.”

Cosy and very comfortable. Great location with easy access to the coastal path and pub 2 minutes walk away. Only disappointment was that we couldn't stay longer

- Kiran, March 2019

Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We are glad you enjoyed your stay at Magnolia and hope you will visit again. Property Owner
Suzel February 2019

“The cottage was situated in a handy position, The Fox, a lovely atmosphere and great food.”

Also, for a cliff top walk, into Weymouth. It was lovely and warm in the cottage, so clean and tastefully decorated. Having a downstairs loo was so handy. All modern facilities. And, we were greeted by 2 adorable cows,looking over the gate at us! Highly recommended.

- Suzel, February 2019

Thank you for your kind feedback. We are glad you enjoyed your stay at Magnolia and hope you will visit again. We love the cows too! Property Owner
Mr Dave Findley Sep 2018

“We were very happy with the cottage, it was extremely well equipped especially technology (smart TV, ipod player, good wi-fi), very comfortable and well stuated for exploring all of the Dorset coast, we did however miss having a private outdoor space probably due to the weather being so fantastic.”

I would definitly use Dream Cottages again as the whole booking process was very professional. Thanks for a great week. Stayed June 2018

- Mr Dave Findley, Sep 2018
Mrs Frost Jul 2018

“Another first class stay at.”

Magnolia cottage , it really is a delightful cottage, the cows peer over the fence on their way to and from milking which adds another touch especially if you have children , the cottage is well equipped for children also.it is very central for all the bays etc . And you can leave the car behind and just walk .We intend to return sometime. Stayed June 2018

- Mrs Frost, Jul 2018
Mrs Janice Neale Jun 2018

“Super Cottage.”

Very clean, well-equipped. Very comfy beds. Compact and well laid out. Good location. Stayed June 2018

- Mrs Janice Neale, Jun 2018
Miss Tamas Berzins Jun 2018

“A really lovely cottage in a perfect location.”

Our young children really enjoyed their stay and the cottage catered for all our needs. Thank you. Stayed May 2018

- Miss Tamas Berzins, Jun 2018
Mr Graham Carpenter Nov 2017

“Lovely cottage in a great location, all needs catered for.”

Would recommend to everyone looking for a relaxing holiday/break.

- Mr Graham Carpenter, Nov 2017
Mr Bird Jun 2017

“Really lovely holiday cottage perfect, my new wife made it even better we both enjoyed the long walks as we had good weather as well.”

Stayed May 2017

- Mr Bird, Jun 2017
Mrs Rachel Worrall-Thomas Nov 2016

“Beautiful cottage, felt very at home, wonderful location for exploring!”

! Thank you. Stayed September 2016

- Mrs Rachel Worrall-Thomas, Nov 2016
Mrs Beth Harvey Nov 2016

“Lovely cottage, extremely clean and very comfortable beds, great stay, thank you!”

Stayed September 2016

- Mrs Beth Harvey, Nov 2016
Miss Laura Joseph Nov 2016

“Have had such a perfect stay at this beautiful cottage which catered for all our needs and more, very cosy!”

Great facilities, comfy beds and a very clean home from home feel, hope to return! Stayed August 2016

- Miss Laura Joseph, Nov 2016
Mrs Michelle Morgan Nov 2016

“Lovely cottage, very comfy beds and a great shower.”

Perfect location to see all the sites. One of our best family holiday's ever! Stayed July 2016

- Mrs Michelle Morgan, Nov 2016
Mr Alistair Gratrex Nov 2016

“Great week and a lovely cottage, perfect in every way!”

Look forward to a return visit next year.. Stayed June 2016

- Mr Alistair Gratrex, Nov 2016
Ms Veronica Phillips Nov 2016

“Fabulous cottage, perfect base for a memorable holiday.”

Felt so at home and safe, hope to return. Stayed June 2016

- Ms Veronica Phillips, Nov 2016
Mr Fallon Nov 2016

“Superb cottage will book again!”

Stayed May 2016

- Mr Fallon, Nov 2016
Miss Emma Harris Aug 2016

“A lovely cottage in a nice village only 5 minutes in the car from Weymouth.”

Very comfy beds, great showers and everything you need for a self catering cottage. Very child friendly with stairs gates and travel cot. Would recommend this property. Stayed July 2016

- Miss Emma Harris, Aug 2016
Mr Robert Waterworth Jun 2016

“A very clean, beautiful cottage.”

Great location. Stayed May 2016

- Mr Robert Waterworth, Jun 2016

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Summary

Two bedrooms: 1 x super king-size double, 1 x twin single can be made up to super king-size double
Bathroom with bath, seperate shower, basin and WC
Ground floor cloakroom with basin and WC
Open plan living area with kitchen, dining and sitting area with electric log burner effect fire
Gas central heating, electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, Smart TV, radio, iPod dock, Wifi, selection of books
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Cot and high chair available
Off road allocated parking for one car
Small outdoor patio with seating in courtyard
2 well behaved dogs welcome
No smoking
No BBQ's or naked flames since it is a thatched cottage.

The property

Pretty and furnished to a high standard, this thatched cottage sits tucked away in the quintessential village of Osmington in Dorset.

The bright and clean decor gives the cottage a cosy feel, with quirky, individual touches around the property.

The open plan living area with kitchen, dining table for four and sitting area lends itself perfectly to socialising and relaxing during your stay.

Two comfortable bedrooms will give you a good nights’ sleep and if you have kids, a cot and high chair are available too. Leave your car behind and explore the area on foot – sink in the gorgeous views of Dorset countryside and coast. Around a 20-minute walk along the famous South West Coast Path leads you to Osmington Mills, the beautiful coastal hamlet, known for its colourful history of smugglers, who supposedly took refuge in the local inn (now The Smugglers Inn), which dates back to the XIII century.

The inn is large with plenty of outdoor seating, and the food is superb!

Try a meal there and explore the beach nearby. Situated next to Craig's Farm Dairy, tea room and farm shop, you will find yourself perfectly placed for buying fresh milk, cheeses and wonderful ice cream.

A short drive away is the bustling seaside town of Weymouth, with a wealth of bars, restaurants, shops and activities, as well as the three mile stretch of idyllic sandy beach, hosting a range of traditional seaside entertainment during the summer months and great for wintry strolls out of peak season.

During your stay we would also recommend a trip East to the unique Lulworth Cove; spend the day on the sheltered shingle beach or enjoy a meal at one of the local pubs or restaurants, while taking in the stunning scenery.

A walk from Lulworth Cove over to Durdle Door offers the perfect opportunity to admire the striking views over the coastline and unusual geological formations. Venture West and you will reach the beautiful market town of Bridport with its' lovely shops and weekly market with fresh local produce.

Take a trip to beautiful West Bay harbour with its' lovely beach and amazing cliffs to admire.

Venture further and you will find yourself on the fossil hunters land – Charmouth and Lyme Regis.

This charming and compact cottage is a perfect family holiday base to explore Dorset coast and countryside.

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About the location

OSMINGTON

Osmington village, sits on the Jurassic coastline of Dorset, just 6 miles from Weymouth with it’s infamous beach and historic harbour and just 11 miles from Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door. Home to the famous Chalk hillside carving of George III on horseback, cut into the hillside to commemorate the Royal visits to Weymouth, this landmark can be seen from miles away. It is also the place that John Constable spent his honeymoon in 1816 and where he completed his painting of Weymouth Bay that now hangs in the National Gallery. The South West Coastal path runs through Osmington Mills, a tiny hamlet on the edge of Osmington. Here many walkers start their coast path walks at the Smugglers inn, where reputedly there are historic connections to smuggling. Be sure to visit to find out all the stories. A short drive will see you reach a local convenience store at Preston. Weymouth offers a larger variety of shopping, eating and entertainment choices.

Note: max 5 people.
Note: guests need to bring their own cot linen.
Note: no stag parties.
Note: there is one parking space for this property.
Note: The local pub has closed now
Note: No BBQ's or naked flames since it is a thatched cottage.

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Reviews & Ratings

“Magnolia Cottage really is a 'proper cottage'; latch doors, creaky floorboards, the works.”

“The property is ideally suited for the local attractions on offer in Dorset.”

“Magnolia cottage is a nice and cosy little thatched cottage, set in a cluster of other similar cottages.”

“1. The kettle is unsafe - the lid pops open at the start of the boiling process which would be extremely dangerous if a child is in the vicinity.”

“I loved the cottage and do not want to leave.”

“We loved our stay in this beautiful home.”

“Magnolia cottage is a lovely cottage in a great location to visit all the surrounding areas.”

“A well equipped, quality furnished and tastefully decorated quaint cottage, however, the lack of attention to detail on cleanliness really lets it down.”

“The cottage was everything we could have wished for.”

“We really liked the cottage, well described and perfect for what we needed.”

“Cottage great nice and roomy facilities good however directions need updating as ...”

“Would have been helpful to have salt and shakers provided.”

“Generally, a good place to stay for a week, more so for a couple than a family, since the stairs are quite steep and could be a risky for smaller folk.”

“Excellent cottage, very clean and had up to date equipment.”

“Cottage was beautiful everything you needed like home.”

“There is a number of things that need to be addressed.”

“Sofas were uncomfortable.”

“It was a lovely cottage in a lovely village.”

“Clean, well maintained with absolutely everything we needed we really enjoyed our stay.”

“Lovely comfortable cottage felt at home as soon as we walked through the door had everything we needed and more a truly relaxing 2 weeks.”

“Fabulous cottage.”

“The cottage has a nice dishwasher and TV but is lacking supplies like proper handsoap, more than 2 toilet rolls (only very cheap quality as well) and has no hair dryer.”

“Whilst the cottage is pretty it is in a very tired state and need of refurbishment , we had to give the shower a good scrub before we could use it .”

“Lovely cottage with good facilities in a great location for touring this area!”

“Excellent location and very comfortable.”

“The bedrooms were clean and very comfy.”

“Fantastic location , very comfortable cottage .”

“We enjoyed our holiday at magnolia cottage.”

“It was a perfect cottage in a lovely location.”

“We had a really lovely time in the cottage we stayed at - it was beautifully presented and well equipped with what we needed for the duration of our stay.”

“We used the cottage as a base for completing our walk of the South West Coast Path and despite a very warm sunny week we were able to finish the path.”

“A lovely cottage and a really pleasant stay with the family.”

“Location was great the cottage was so quiet and warm after being out all day and ...”

“Love this cottage so comfy and clean our 3rd visit won't be our last”

“Nice cottage, well equipped with kitchen utensils, Our allocated parking was being used by another vehicle, the out look was terrible as there was two dumped cars which never moved and at the rear of the property another large vehicle covered two of our windows.”

“Parking is a bit tricky and shame that you end up just looking out over car parking out of both the front and back.”

“The whole ambience of staying in a thatched cottage and the location was perfect !”

“Very poor directions,needs more visible signage to the cottage .”

“The cottage is really gorgeous and comfy.”

“We were blessed with sunshine every day and reminded how beautiful this part of Dorset is.”

“Lovely cottage with all comforts and imenities.”

“We enjoyed our stay at Magnolia Cottage very much.”

“Lovely cottage.”

“The cottage was situated in a handy position, The Fox, a lovely atmosphere and great food.”

“Another first class stay at.”

“Super Cottage.”

“A really lovely cottage in a perfect location.”

“Lovely cottage in a great location, all needs catered for.”

“Really lovely holiday cottage perfect, my new wife made it even better we both enjoyed the long walks as we had good weather as well.”

“Beautiful cottage, felt very at home, wonderful location for exploring!”

“Lovely cottage, extremely clean and very comfortable beds, great stay, thank you!”

“Have had such a perfect stay at this beautiful cottage which catered for all our needs and more, very cosy!”

“Lovely cottage, very comfy beds and a great shower.”

“Great week and a lovely cottage, perfect in every way!”

“Fabulous cottage, perfect base for a memorable holiday.”

“Superb cottage will book again!”

“A lovely cottage in a nice village only 5 minutes in the car from Weymouth.”

“A very clean, beautiful cottage.”

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About the location

OSMINGTON