Great Chideock Beach Stay

This delightful converted stable sits in a peaceful location surrounded by trees and stone walls. Meticulously finished with close attention to detail, the reverse-level layout includes an open-plan kitchen/lounge/diner with vaulted ceiling above and two charming bedrooms opening onto the courtyard below. The pretty village of Chideock is home to a choice of pubs, post office and a farm shop for stocking up on supplies.

Upstairs, the open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner is a fantastic space for entertaining, with a high vaulted beam-lined ceiling, pine floorboards and plenty of natural light. Prepare delicious meals in the traditional kitchen area, dine at the farmhouse table and unwind to the sound of your favourite music in the cosy sofa area with iPod dock. Downstairs, the en-suite double bedroom opens through French doors to a large terrace, perfect for enjoying that first cup of coffee in bed with the sunlight streaming through. There is off-road parking for one car.

This property is ideally located for making the most of the local amenities of Chideock, from its farm shop to its tea room. From here, follow the narrow lane down to the beach at Seatown (1 mile), popular among fossil collectors, fishermen and families alike and home to a pub. The market town of Bridport (3 miles) with its string of independent boutiques and cafes is well worth a visit, while the Broadchurch-famous West Bay (4 miles) is a wonderful seaside resort with plenty of activities on offer.