The Old Forge West Lulworth in School Lane West Lulworth, Wareham, BH20 5SA

About The Old Forge West Lulworth

The Old Forge West Lulworth is a converted village forge sleeping eight guests in West Lulworth, Dorset. This four-bedroom cottage works brilliantly for groups wanting to explore the Jurassic Coast. Original exposed brick and stone features give it real character. The wood burner and spacious living areas create perfect spaces for everyone to gather.

West Lulworth sits in the heart of the Purbeck Hills. Lulworth Cove beach is just one mile away. Durdle Door is 1.5 miles from your door. The village pub is 325 metres down the road.

Accommodation includes two double bedrooms and two twin rooms. All four bedrooms have en-suite facilities. Downstairs you'll find one double with shower room and one twin. Upstairs there's a double with shower room and a twin with bathroom. The family bathroom features a vintage-style freestanding bath. The kitchen has an island and Nespresso machine. A bright sun room overlooks the large terraced garden.

Lulworth Cove (1 mile, 5 minutes) offers swimming and coastal walks. Durdle Door (1.5 miles, 6 minutes) is perfect for photos. Corfe Castle (6 miles, 15 minutes) provides history and views. Monkey World (11 miles, 20 minutes) entertains all ages.

The Old Forge West Lulworth combines period features with modern comfort for group breaks. Walkers love the coastal path access. Families appreciate the four en-suites and sociable layout.

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Need To Know

✓Bedrooms: 4
✓Activity: cycling
✓Activity: fishing
✓Beach Within 5 Miles
✓Bathrooms: 4
✓Disabled facilities
✓Dogs allowed: 2
✓Dishwasher
✓Washing machine
✓Fam: High chair
✓Fam: Travel cot
✓G/F bedroom
✓Garden enclosed
✓Ground floor bathroom or shower room
✓Iron
✓Ironing board
✓Kitchen
✓Towels included
✓Family friendly
✓Open fire/wood burner
✓WiFi
✓Oven
✓Oven with hob
✓Property type: Bungalow
✓Property type 2: Semi-detached
✓Pub within 1 mile
✓Shop within 1 mile
✓TV

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What Guests Love

What do previous guests think about their group stay at The Old Forge West Lulworth

Four En-Suite Bedrooms

Every bedroom has its own bathroom which makes mornings stress-free when you're travelling with eight people sharing the cottage.

Walking Distance to Beach

Lulworth Cove is just one mile away so you can walk to the beach in fifteen minutes without needing cars.

Wood Burner for Gatherings

The brick-enclosed wood burner creates a focal point where everyone gathers on cooler evenings after days exploring the coast.

Large Terraced Garden

Three separate terraces with Purbeck Hills views give you outdoor space for barbecues and different groups to spread out.

Original Forge Features

Exposed brick and stone walls throughout remind you this was once the village forge and add real character.

Spacious Kitchen Island

The farmhouse-style kitchen with central island means multiple people can cook together and chat while preparing group meals.

Getting To The Old Forge West Lulworth

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach The Old Forge West Lulworth by car, take the A352 through Dorchester then follow signs to West Lulworth. The cottage is in the village centre with on-street parking available directly outside the property.

By Train

For those travelling by rail, the nearest station is Wool, approximately 6 miles away. From there, take a taxi to West Lulworth which takes around 15 minutes.

On-street parking outside property

Wool station (6 miles)

Accessible from the A352

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Stuff for larger groups and families to try!

Lulworth Cove

Distance: 1 mile

BH20 5RQ

Durdle Door

Distance: 1.5 miles

BH20 5PU

Corfe Castle

Distance: 6 miles

BH20 5EZ

South West Coast Path

Distance: 1 mile

BH20 5RQ

Lulworth Ranges Walk

Distance: 2 miles

BH20 5QS

Tyneham Village

Distance: 4 miles

BH20 5QS

Wareham Town Centre

Distance: 8 miles

BH20 4NN

Wool Village Stores

Distance: 6 miles

BH20 6DL

West Lulworth Post Office

Distance: 0.5 miles

BH20 5RJ

Monkey World

Distance: 11 miles

BH20 6HH

Tank Museum Bovington

Distance: 8 miles

BH20 6JG

Blue Pool

Distance: 7 miles

BH20 5AR

Lulworth Cove

Distance: 1 mile

BH20 5RQ

Durdle Door

Distance: 1.5 miles

BH20 5PU

Corfe Castle

Distance: 6 miles

BH20 5EZ

South West Coast Path

Distance: 1 mile

BH20 5RQ

Lulworth Ranges Walk

Distance: 2 miles

BH20 5QS

Tyneham Village

Distance: 4 miles

BH20 5QS

Wareham Town Centre

Distance: 8 miles

BH20 4NN

Wool Village Stores

Distance: 6 miles

BH20 6DL

West Lulworth Post Office

Distance: 0.5 miles

BH20 5RJ

Monkey World

Distance: 11 miles

BH20 6HH

Tank Museum Bovington

Distance: 8 miles

BH20 6JG

Blue Pool

Distance: 7 miles

BH20 5AR

Is The Old Forge West Lulworth Right For Your Group

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

For Families

Kids love being one mile from Lulworth Cove beach for rock pooling and swimming. Durdle Door is 1.5 miles away for exploring. The large terraced garden has space for games. Monkey World is 11 miles away with over 250 primates. The Tank Museum at Bovington is 8 miles away. Coastal walks offer fossil hunting opportunities along the Jurassic Coast.

Groups Will Love...

The open-plan living and dining area is the star feature for groups. Superb wooden floors stretch across the space. Comfy sofas surround the brick-enclosed wood burner. The dining table seats eight people comfortably. Large windows provide views across the garden. The adjacent sun room adds extra seating space. The farmhouse kitchen with island connects directly so cooks can chat with everyone.

Pet Friendly

Two dogs are welcome from 1st October 2025 onwards at £20 each per week. The large enclosed garden provides secure outdoor space with three terraces. Coastal walks start from the village with the South West Coast Path one mile away. The beach at Lulworth Cove is dog-friendly in winter months. Local footpaths through the Purbeck Hills offer excellent walking routes.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at The Old Forge West Lulworth

The Castle Inn

Located 325 metres from your accommodation.

Postcode: BH20 5RN

Lulworth Cove Inn

Located 1 mile from your accommodation.

Postcode: BH20 5RQ

The Boat Shed Café

Located 1 mile from your accommodation.

Postcode: BH20 5RQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about The Old Forge West Lulworth

Is The Old Forge West Lulworth pet friendly?

Yes, two dogs are welcome at £20 each per week from 1st October 2025 onwards. The enclosed garden provides secure outdoor space for them.

How many people does this cottage sleep?

The cottage sleeps eight guests across four bedrooms. Two doubles and two twins all have en-suite facilities for maximum privacy.

What sleeping arrangements are available?

Downstairs has one double and one twin bedroom. Upstairs features another double and twin room with reduced height at the eaves in places.

Is there parking at the property?

On-street parking is available directly outside the cottage. This works well for groups arriving in multiple vehicles.

How far is the beach from the cottage?

Lulworth Cove beach is one mile away, roughly a fifteen-minute walk. Durdle Door is 1.5 miles from the property.

What cooking facilities are provided?

The kitchen has an oven, hob, microwave, dishwasher, fridge-freezer and Nespresso machine. The island provides extra preparation space for group cooking.

Are there shops and pubs nearby?

The village pub is 325 metres away. The post office is half a mile from the cottage for basic supplies.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 16:00 onwards. Check-out is before 10:00 on your departure day.