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The Old Butchers, Bridport

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4.0
out of 5
Sleeps up to 8
Pets 1
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 3

The Old Butchers is a thatched cottage sleeping eight guests in Burton Bradstock, Dorset. This 300-year-old property works brilliantly for groups with four bedrooms, three bathrooms and a dedicated games room. The location puts you half a mile from Hive Beach and three miles from Bridport.

Burton Bradstock sits on the Jurassic Coast with direct access to the South West Coast Path. Two local pubs stand within 200 metres of the cottage. The village shop is equally close.

Accommodation includes one super king-size bedroom with en-suite shower room, another super king-size with garden views, a twin room that converts to a double and a second twin under the eaves. Three bathrooms serve the group.

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About The Old Butchers

The Old Butchers is a thatched cottage sleeping eight guests in Burton Bradstock, Dorset. This 300-year-old property works brilliantly for groups with four bedrooms, three bathrooms and a dedicated games room. The location puts you half a mile from Hive Beach and three miles from Bridport.

Burton Bradstock sits on the Jurassic Coast with direct access to the South West Coast Path. Two local pubs stand within 200 metres of the cottage. The village shop is equally close.

Accommodation includes one super king-size bedroom with en-suite shower room, another super king-size with garden views, a twin room that converts to a double and a second twin under the eaves. Three bathrooms serve the group. Downstairs you'll find a snug with gas wood burner, sitting room, dining room with French doors and a beamed kitchen with range cooker. The games room houses a snooker table, table tennis and darts board.

Hive Beach sits 10 minutes away on foot. West Bay reaches you in 15 minutes by car. Lyme Regis takes 25 minutes. Abbotsbury Swannery lies 20 minutes away.

The Old Butchers delivers authentic Dorset character with proper group space and coastal access.

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What Guests Love

What do previous guests think about their group stay at The Old Butchers

Games Room Entertainment

The dedicated games room with snooker table, table tennis and darts board keeps groups entertained whatever the weather brings.

Enclosed Garden Space

Large south-facing garden provides secure outdoor space where dogs can roam and groups can gather on the patio seating.

Walking Distance to Beach

Hive Beach sits just over half a mile away, making beach trips easy without needing cars for the whole group.

Multiple Living Areas

Separate snug, sitting room and dining room mean groups can spread out or come together as they choose throughout the day.

Well-Equipped Kitchen

Range cooker, dishwasher and breakfast table make cooking for eight straightforward, with the dining table seating everyone comfortably.

Dog-Friendly Welcome

Two dogs welcome with stairgates provided, plus downstairs shower room perfect for washing sandy paws after coastal walks.

Getting To The Old Butchers

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach The Old Butchers by car, take the A35 towards Bridport, then follow signs to Burton Bradstock on the B3157. The cottage sits in the village centre with roadside parking for two cars directly outside.

By Train

Dorchester South station is the nearest railway link, approximately 16 miles away. From there, a taxi takes around 30 minutes to reach Burton Bradstock through the Dorset countryside.

Roadside parking for two cars
Dorchester South station (16 miles)
Accessible via A35 and B3157

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Stuff for larger groups and families to try!

West Bay Harbour
Distance: 2.5 miles
DT6 4EN
Abbotsbury Swannery
Distance: 7 miles
DT3 4JG
Lyme Regis Beach
Distance: 11 miles
DT7 3QF
South West Coast Path
Distance: 0.3 miles
DT6 4QT
Hive Beach
Distance: 0.6 miles
DT6 4RF
Burton Cliff
Distance: 0.8 miles
DT6 4RB
Bridport Town Centre
Distance: 3 miles
DT6 3NR
Burton Bradstock Village Shop
Distance: 200 metres
DT6 4QS
Morrisons Bridport
Distance: 3.2 miles
DT6 3SX
Bridport Market
Distance: 3 miles
DT6 3QR
Palmers Brewery
Distance: 3.1 miles
DT6 4JA
Mangerton Mill
Distance: 3.5 miles
DT6 3SG
West Bay Harbour
Distance: 2.5 miles
DT6 4EN
Abbotsbury Swannery
Distance: 7 miles
DT3 4JG
Lyme Regis Beach
Distance: 11 miles
DT7 3QF
South West Coast Path
Distance: 0.3 miles
DT6 4QT
Hive Beach
Distance: 0.6 miles
DT6 4RF
Burton Cliff
Distance: 0.8 miles
DT6 4RB
Bridport Town Centre
Distance: 3 miles
DT6 3NR
Burton Bradstock Village Shop
Distance: 200 metres
DT6 4QS
Morrisons Bridport
Distance: 3.2 miles
DT6 3SX
Bridport Market
Distance: 3 miles
DT6 3QR
Palmers Brewery
Distance: 3.1 miles
DT6 4JA
Mangerton Mill
Distance: 3.5 miles
DT6 3SG

Is The Old Butchers Right For Your Group

Discover why this cottage is the one for your party or family reunion...

For Families
The games room provides hours of entertainment with snooker, table tennis and darts. The large enclosed garden offers safe outdoor play space. A travel cot and highchair are available on request. Hive Beach sits just over half a mile away for sandcastle building and rock pooling. The downstairs shower room handles sandy returns perfectly. Burton Bradstock's quiet village setting means children can explore safely.
Groups Will Love...
The dedicated games room transforms group evenings with a full-size snooker table, table tennis and darts board. This separate space means entertainment continues whatever the weather brings. The room also provides secure bicycle storage for groups planning coastal path cycling. Combined with the large dining table seating eight and multiple living areas, groups can gather or split as they choose throughout their stay.
Pet Friendly
Two dogs are welcome at £20 each per week. The large enclosed south-facing garden provides secure outdoor space for dogs to roam freely. Stairgates help keep dogs downstairs as required. The downstairs shower room with large contemporary shower proves perfect for washing sandy paws after beach walks. Hive Beach and the South West Coast Path offer outstanding dog walking directly from the village.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at The Old Butchers

The Three Horseshoes

Located 200 metres from your accommodation.

Postcode: DT6 4QZ

The Anchor Inn

Located 200 metres from your accommodation.

Postcode: DT6 4QZ

Hive Beach Café

Located 0.6 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: DT6 4RF

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about The Old Butchers

Is The Old Butchers pet-friendly?
Yes, two dogs are welcome at £20 each per week. Dogs must stay downstairs and stairgates are provided to help manage this.
How many people does the cottage sleep?
The cottage sleeps eight guests across four bedrooms with three bathrooms. One twin room can convert to a double if requested at booking.
What parking is available?
Roadside parking for two cars is available on the lane directly outside the cottage. This proved sufficient according to previous guests.
How far is the beach from the cottage?
Hive Beach is just over half a mile away, making it an easy 10-minute walk. The South West Coast Path is equally accessible from the village.
What cooking facilities are provided?
The kitchen has a range cooker, dishwasher, large butler sink and breakfast table. The utility room contains a microwave, fridge/freezer and washing machine.
Are there facilities for children?
A travel cot and highchair are available on request. The games room provides entertainment and the enclosed garden offers safe outdoor play space.
What heating does the cottage have?
Gas flame-effect wood burners feature in both the snug and sitting room. The family bathroom has underfloor heating for added comfort.
Can we charge an electric vehicle?
Yes, electric vehicle charging is available at the property. This makes the cottage suitable for guests travelling in electric cars.

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Unit 8, Dorset Business Park, Puddletown Road, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 8QL