Key Features
- Property code: TOWNHS
- Preferred changeover day: Saturday
- Check in: 4pm
- Check out: 10am
- 2 or more bathrooms
- Access statement available
- Near beach
- Central heating
- Parking (see description for details)
- Discount for small parties
- Dishwasher
- Garden or outside space
- Nearby pub or restaurant
- Nearby shop
- Short breaks available
- Tumble dryer
- Village
- Washing machine
- Waterside
- WiFi
Description
The fabulous Townhouse in West Bay is located on the quayside of this delightful fishing port and enjoys an envious position right in the heart of the village, near the beach. A high quality, modern property with impressive sun terraces, superbly presented inside with views across the harbour. Finished to a high standard with a quality feel, the Townhouse has a contemporary design and exudes a stylish appeal that will please all guests. Set to the backdrop of the spectacular Jurassic Coast, this is the ideal base from which to explore the magic of the area and to enjoy an unforgettable holiday by the sea. Everything is within an easy walk and there is a good selection of cafes, restaurants and pubs on the doorstep.
The property is a perfect base from which to explore Dorset's famous Coast and Countryside. West Bay is recently famous as the setting of the television series Broadchurch. Other popular destinations such as Weymouth or Lyme Regis can be accessed easily by car and nearby Burton Bradstock has a beach as well as the very popular Hive Beach Cafe. Slightly further afield is the seaside town of Charmouth where you will find the Jurassic Heritage Centre. There is easy access to the South West Coast Path which runs along this stretch of stunning coastline and the region offers opportunities for fossil hunting, walking, fishing and many other activities.
Key Features
- Property code: TOWNHS
- Preferred changeover day: Saturday
- Check in: 4pm
- Check out: 10am
- 2 or more bathrooms
- Access statement available
- Near beach
- Central heating
- Parking (see description for details)
- Discount for small parties
- Dishwasher
- Garden or outside space
- Nearby pub or restaurant
- Nearby shop
- Short breaks available
- Tumble dryer
- Village
- Washing machine
- Waterside
- WiFi
Description
The fabulous Townhouse in West Bay is located on the quayside of this delightful fishing port and enjoys an envious position right in the heart of the village, near the beach. A high quality, modern property with impressive sun terraces, superbly presented inside with views across the harbour. Finished to a high standard with a quality feel, the Townhouse has a contemporary design and exudes a stylish appeal that will please all guests. Set to the backdrop of the spectacular Jurassic Coast, this is the ideal base from which to explore the magic of the area and to enjoy an unforgettable holiday by the sea. Everything is within an easy walk and there is a good selection of cafes, restaurants and pubs on the doorstep.
The property is a perfect base from which to explore Dorset's famous Coast and Countryside. West Bay is recently famous as the setting of the television series Broadchurch. Other popular destinations such as Weymouth or Lyme Regis can be accessed easily by car and nearby Burton Bradstock has a beach as well as the very popular Hive Beach Cafe. Slightly further afield is the seaside town of Charmouth where you will find the Jurassic Heritage Centre. There is easy access to the South West Coast Path which runs along this stretch of stunning coastline and the region offers opportunities for fossil hunting, walking, fishing and many other activities.
Steps to rear entrance door
Hallway leads to
Living/dining room with 2 x 3 seater sofas, dining table to seat six guests, TV, BluRay Player and sound bar. Sliding doors to Sun terrace
Modern fitted kitchen with electric oven, gas hob, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine/dryer, Nespresso machine.
Cloakroom with WC and washbasin.
Stairs to first floor
Bedroom 1 with King size bed and Sliding doors to balcony.
Ensuite room with corner shower, wash basin and WC.
Bedroom 2 with twin 3ft single beds. French doors to balcony.
Family bathroom with bath, hand held mixer tap, wash basin and WC.
Stairs to second floor
Bedroom 3 with double bed. Sliding doors to sun terrace.
Ensuite room with corner shower, wash basin and WC.
Patio sun terrace on the ground floor, overlooking harbour with outdoor dining furniture.
First floor balcony with balustrade and seating, harbour views.
Second floor sun terrace with seating, sea views.
For the best bits of the Jurassic Coast at your fingertips, choose a holiday in West Bay.
On the western edge of the 18-mile stretch of Chesil Beach, West Bay is a bustling fishing village set around a small working harbour, only one mile away from the market town of Bridport. With its shingle shores and majestic, towering sandstone cliffs, West Bay is known as the ‘Golden Gateway’ to the Jurassic Coast, England’s only natural World Heritage Site where the geology reveals 185 million years of Earth’s history. When you choose a holiday in West Bay, you might even find fossils hidden along the shoreline!
West Bay offers everything you could possibly wish for if you love a traditional seaside holiday. From the simple pleasures of crabbing from the harbour’s edge, takeaway fish and chips and ice creams, to beautiful beaches, coastal walks and water sports, West Bay has it all. From the harbour, you can book onto fishing trips, hire rowing boats and row up the River Brit to Bridport, or book a guided canoe tour. For an adrenaline rush, RIB rides, waterskiing and wakeboarding are also on offer.
When it comes to balmy beach days, you can take your pick from two beaches at West Bay. The bigger of the two is East beach, a wide stretch of fine shingle which shelves steeply into the sea. Spectacular, golden sandstone cliffs rise vertically behind the beach, towering around 50 metres high, which TV buffs will recognise from ITV’s hit crime thriller, Broadchurch. Meanwhile, West beach is smaller, quieter and more sheltered, making it popular with young families to paddle in the safer, shallow waters.
The best way to explore the extraordinary surroundings is on foot, and daily walks along the South West Coast Path are bound to be one of the highlights of your holiday in West Bay. Whilst steep, making your way up onto the headlands is definitely worth it for the breathtaking views. Head eastward to beautiful Burton Bradstock and Hive Beach, or set off westward to Eype and Seatown to climb the mighty heights of Golden Cap - the highest point on Britain’s south coast. Here, the views span all the way from Portland in east Dorset to South Devon and Dartmoor.
When you’ve worked up an appetite from all of your adventures, you’ll be spoilt for choice with places to eat in West Bay. Thanks to its working harbour, you’ll find freshly caught seafood on many menus, as well as restaurants, pubs, takeaways and cafes. Try Watch House Cafe if you like your breakfast, lunch or dinner with an epic sea view, as it’s sat right on the edge of the beach.
If you can tear yourselves away from West Bay’s waterfront, you’ll find plenty to do. Play a round of golf at Bridport and West Dorset Golf Club, or head into Bridport town for an array of independent shops, street markets and farmer’s markets, a leisure centre, museum and array of eateries. If you’re partial to a pint, make sure to visit Palmers Brewery, which is one of the UK’s best small, independent brewers, and is the only working thatched brewery in the country. If wine is your tipple of choice, the nearby Furleigh Estate Vineyard runs vineyard tours and tasting sessions. From West Bay, you can also easily reach Lyme Regis, Charmouth, Weymouth and Dorchester for great days out, or explore west Dorset’s stunning countryside with cycle rides and walking trails.
Whether you’re a budding fossil expert looking to follow in the footsteps of dinosaurs, are dreaming of the ultimate beach holiday or simply need a weekend away by the sea, a holiday in West Bay offers everything and more.
Allocated private parking for one car. Further parking may be available in the 2 guest spaces (first come basis). Additional parking is available nearby in the town.
Electric Cars: Please note that this property does not have suitable facilities for charging electric vehicles. https://www.zap-map.com
- Included: Bed linen, towels, (guests must provide their own beach towels), Wi-Fi, electricity and underfloor heating. Travel cot and highchair available on request.
- No Smoking/Vaping
- Sorry no pets
- Telephone: Mobile reception mixed.
- Electric Cars - Please note that this property does not have suitable facilities for charging electric vehicles. https://www.zap-map.com
- Arrival time - 4pm and Departure time - 10am.
- Local Facilities: West Bay shops, pubs and restaurants within a few minutes' walk. West Beach: 100m. East Beach: 300m. Bridport town: 2 miles. Lyme Regis: 11 miles
- Nearest Supermarket – Morrisons (1.6 miles away)
Rise Cafe Bar
(Less than a mile)
(5)
Set in a beautiful waterside loation, where the River Brit meets West Bay's harbour, Rise is a dog-friendly cafe bar with stylish, relaxed interiors and a lovely deck where you can soak up the views whilst enjoying breakfast, lunch, dinner, coffees, cocktails and craft beers.
Rise Cafe Bar, West Bay, DT6 4EZ (T:01308 422011)
Dined here most evenings, food excellent and very accommodating with our nervous dog
June 2023
Enjoyed 3 course evening meal, lovely food and good service. We chose the fish special which was delicious. Relaxing way to spend an evening, pleasant views over the river away from the traffic.
June 2023
Didn’t eat here but had drinks. Staff super friendly, beautiful setting especially sat outside by the water at teatime on a beautiful sunny day after long dog walks.
June 2022
This is such a lovely restaurant with beautiful views over the river estuary. The menu was varied and imaginative.
May 2022
Lovely cocktails, good food and the service was fantastic.
September 2021
Watch House Café
(Less than a mile)
(1)
An easy going beach café in the heart of West Bay with extensive outdoor seating offering stunning views along the Jurassic Coast. Inside is bright and stylish, and the food delicious with rustic menus full of high quality local seafood along with gourmet pizzas and delicious desserts.
Watch House Café West Bay, Bridport DT6 4EN (T: 01308 459330)
Loved the pizzas here - visited twice and service was great each time.
October 2023
Seagulls
(Less than a mile)
(2)
A rustic seaside restaurant with a good atmosphere serving good quality home made meals.
Seagulls Restaurant 1-3 Station Rd, West Bay, Bridport DT6 4EW (T:01308 425099)
The best restaurant in West Bay by far. Food is delicious, service is amazing and value is good - we visited twice and thoroughly enjoyed both times.
October 2023
Lovely restaurant. The best restaurant I’ve ever been to. Excellent service
June 2022
The Station Kitchen
(Less than a mile)
(3)
A unique dining experience in the former West Bay Station, here you can sample from gin collection or enjoy stylish cocktails before moving on to something from their delicious menu,full of Dorset’s finest produce. Either sit inside in the rustic lux station house or on outside tables on the former platform.
The Station Kitchen The Old Station, Station Road, West Bay, Bridport DT6 4EW (T: 01308 422845)
Fantastic restaurant!!! Food was outstanding, beautifully eclectic decor, super friendly staff and our dog was equally welcomed (in the station house). Highly recommend
June 2022
Good quality food with outstanding service. I would highly recommend the surf and turf if available
November 2020
Delicious food and an amazing setting.
August 2020
Soulshine Café
(2 miles)
(2)
A café to lift your spirits from the funky décor and sunny rear courtyard, to the vibrant juices and colourful healthy meals on offer. Well worth a visit.
Soulshine Café 76 South St, Bridport DT6 3NN (T: 01308 422821)
Delicious fresh food with many local producers. Dog-friendly courtyard to the back was a real sun trap too on a sunny September day - you may have to queue for a table, but it only took a few minutes. Good number of vegetarian options (and some vegan) and a small deli at the front to stock up on yummy treats.
October 2023
For anyone wanting gluten free, vegetarian or vegan food and cakes, this is an excellent place. Very friendly.
April 2019
Lyme Bay RIB Charter
(Less than a mile)
(3)
Be blown away by a range of multi award-winning boat trips from West Bay. From exciting, fast paced trips to sightseeing cruises, private hire and watersports options, there are trips to suit all tastes and budgets
Click here for further details
We had a fabulous time on the rib ride. Staff were friendly and helpful, explaining safety procedures well and making the ride really exciting. Would recommend.
September 2022
Good food and friendly staff at the Blue Ball, Sidford I,ts a bit further out but worth it?
April 2022
Three of us did the 15 minute rib blaster and thoroughly enjoyed it. We were well looked after and it was thrilling and safe at the same time. Highly recommended.
August 2021
West Bay Discovery Centre
(Less than a mile)
(2)
The West Bay Discovery Centre offers a fascinating insight into the area’s history with interactive displays charting the area’s journey from its shipbuilding past, through centuries of the local fishing industry to the development of tourism today. The centre also provides up to date information on what’s on in West Bay and Bridport, along with gifts and souvenirs to buy. Check the website for further details and opening times.
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Great little museum - lots of interesting local information presented in very accessible formats. Free, but donation appreciated.
October 2023
Good displays of the litter problems, very good for children to understand
September 2021
Bridport Golf Club
(Less than a mile)
Bridport is the oldest golf club in Dorset, celebrating their 125th anniversary in 2016 but enjoying modern facilities catering to the 21st century golfer. Located on the Jurassic coastline, the views stretch across Lyme Bay and along Chesil Beach to Portland. The 6213 yard, cliff top links style golf course is a challenging but fair test for all abilities and can be played on all year round.
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Symondsbury Estate
(3 miles)
(4)
Home to the Colfox family, the Symondsbury estate is set in beautiful Dorset countryside within a few miles of the Jurassic Coast, a world heritage site with unspoilt beaches and fabulous coastal walks. Here you'll find the Symondsbury Kitchen, the perfect spot for a bite to eat, the Symondsbury store which stocks a range of interesting local produce, a Home & Garden store, and various other boutique shops. There are also events held on the estate throughout the year including live music, open farm Sundays, workshops and more. Check the website for details.
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Very pretty courtyard now developed into unique shops and cafe, serving fresh and delicious food. Just go slowly along the pot-holed driveway!
October 2023
So good went back twice. Pub also very dog friendly.
September 2023
A lovely place to visit, nice boutiques and little shops. Well worth a visit.
April 2023
This is a lovely spot to stop for a bite and a drink with free parking. There is an excellent selection of local produce on sale plus homeware and fashion. You can ascend Colmers Hill nearby which is a wonderful vantage point for this beautiful area.
October 2021
Mangerton Mill
(4 miles)
(4)
A 17th century water mill, artist’s studios, craft centre, tea room and museum set in a peaceful valley on the river Manger with beautiful riverside walks nearby. ‘Maria’s Pantry’ serves breakfast, light lunches, cream teas and homemade cakes in beautiful surroundings overlooking the mill pond.
Mangerton Mill, Mangerton Lane, Bridport DT6 3SG (T: 01308 485224)
Beautiful location and setting for a walk around the grounds. Cakes expectional.
September 2023
Really lovely place to visit. Excellent cream tea!
August 2023
Very pretty, did riverside walk as weather was beautiful. Highly recommend
October 2021
Lovely quaint place for lunch or afternoon tea. Need to order afternoon tea 24 hours beforehand. Old water mill with a few studios to visit
May 2021
West Bay Beach, Bridport
(Less than a mile)
(4)
Under the golden glow of the majestic sandstone cliffs and the Golden Cap, the highest cliff on the south coast, West Bay Beach (made famous by the popular drama series Broadchurch) is in the south of the historic market town of Bridport. At the western end of Chesil Beach, the area forms part of the Dorset Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site within Lyme Bay and is a wonderful location for family holidays. Bridport Town is a short bus ride away or a very pleasant 20-minute walk. The beach itself is shingle, sand and pebbles with steep shelving, a slipway and a harbour. There’s an auxiliary coastguard and lifeguards at your service, toilets, disabled toilets and a beachside refreshment kiosk. Nearby activities include kayaking, snorkeling, fishing, sailing, swimming surfing and jet skiing. There are also car parks close by and while dogs are banned from May to September, they are allowed out of the summer season.
Lovely to stroll along the top of the dune which is compacted, easy to walk on and accessible from either the pier or the road beside the Visitor Centre. Wonderful views.
October 2023
Lovely walk, bit strenuous climbing up Golden Cap, buts it’s worth it ! However there is an easier route too.
September 2018
Lovely place to wonder around. Great relaxing beach to stroll along brilliant view of the cliffs. Easy parking. Fish and chips from the Seasider chippie went there twice in the week. really tasty.
August 2018
we loved West Bay very much did not eat at any of the restuarants there apart from the George Hotel (one night) as Gluten Free options were either poor choices or non existant.
July 2017
East Cliff Beach
(Less than a mile)
(2)
A fine shingle beach with sand at the water’s edge, East Cliff Beach is a beautiful place to spend the day with the family on summer holidays in Dorset. There’s lifeguard cover from July to September in the summer holidays on East Beach itself, but that doesn’t really cover East Cliff Beach, so just be careful when and where you swim and stay away from the cliff base to avoid falling stones. There’s a long stay car park behind East Beach and a smaller short stay car park just before entering the harbour area in front of the Bridport Arms Hotel. Toilets are located at the main West Bay Road car park and baby changing facilities are provided as well. Dogs are permitted on the beach all year round, but it is a clean zone that’s regularly patrolled by wardens imposing fines, so don’t forget to clean up after your pets!
We walked from Lyme Regis to Charmouth across this beach at low tide. MUST be low tide. It was a super walk, a bit challenging in places as we had climb over rocks. The dog absolutely loved it.
October 2018
I really enjoyed this side looking at interesting stone formations. The beach 'shelving' has to be looked out for if you are paddling and it is better to wait until very low tide so that you can see where bits rise and fall.
April 2018
Eype Beach
(Less than a mile)
(2)
A small pebble beach close to the historic market town of Bridport, Eype Beach is a steep shelved beach (Eype means ‘steep place’) with beautiful views of the West Dorset coast. Dogs are permitted all year round and refreshments are available at Lower Eype. The beach is part of one of the most beautiful little villages in the area, where buildings can be traced back to the late 18th century. Consisting of Lower Eype and Higher Eype, it’s the lower part of the village that has access to the beach, which also boasts the magnificent Golden Cap, the highest cliff on the south coast at 191-metres above sea level. The beach is favoured by swimmers and fishing fans as well as avid fossil hunters, and there is parking nearby for a few cars as well as toilets and a pub.
Narrow access. Park at the top for free and walk down to the church and carry on down via a path.
September 2023
Very narrow single track access road with limited passing places. Would not recommend purely due to access difficulties.
June 2017
Hive Beach
(3 miles)
(3)
A National Trust beach in Burton Bradstock, Hive Beach is part of an estate that forms one of the main gateways to the Jurassic Coast and the South West Coast Path. Around it are beautiful cliff top walks, and surrounded by the sandstone cliffs, Hive Beach perfect for visiting families. Made of shingle, it forms part of the larger Chesil Beach and is on a World Heritage Site that has the largest shingle ridge in the world. The nearby Burton Cliff is an example of extraordinary geology in the area, which appears to glow bright gold in the sunlight. Perfect for picnics, the beach has a car park and toilets nearby, linked to the Hove Beach Café which specializes in serving fish. From 1st June to the end of September there are restrictions for dogs on the beach, but they are welcome on at least part of it all year round.
Absolutely stunning - it's a must do 30 minute walk along the beach.
August 2021
Beautiful beach, great for dog walking and connects with the South Coast Path.
September 2018
Beautiful, calm & perfect for dog walks
April 2018
Cogden Beach
(4 miles)
(2)
A National Trust beach, Cogden is a little known, secluded sand and shingle beach that comes complete with a members’ car park. It has a wonderful sense of feeling remote but being surprisingly easy to access – the bus even stops there! There aren’t any facilities, but it’s a beautiful setting, and in truth, the lack of goings on is part of its charm. Dogs are allowed on the beach all year round and it’s a haven for walkers looking to explore the area with the National Trust’s two mile/one-hour circular walk passing through it from flower-filled farmland, past ground nesting birds and along this striking section of the Jurassic Coast, known for having the largest shingle ridge in the world.
Fabulous quiet dog friendly beach
August 2023
There's a lovely 2 mile circular walk through the fields from the NT car park - through late spring and early summer orchids are to be found
May 2017
April 2024
We did enjoy our stay the location is stunning.
October 2023
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this lovely property. Very much appreciated the quality and standard of furnishings and equipment and all the touches that made this a lovely environment inside and out. Loved all the coastal themes in the house and such a wealth of good quality equipment. Lovely welcome pack was much appreciated.
August 2023
We had a lovely stay, but we were a little disappointed about the cleanliness this year.
We are delighted you enjoyed staying at the Townhouse again and will pass on your feedback to the housekeeping team
- The Toad Hall Team
May 2023
A great place to stay and relax, sort out the few problems for our next stay.
September 2022
Had a fantastic stay at the Town House, hope to visit again.
September 2022
The property was perfect in every way. I know there is nothing that you can do about it but the only issue was the parking. . . the allocated bays were too narrow and it was very hit and miss as to whether we were able to get a visitors bay. If you have two SUV type vehicles next to each other it's almost impossible to get in or out of the car.
We are delighted you enjoyed your stay and gave it an excellent rating throughout. The visitors bay is not guaranteed and is a complimentary space. Like most underground parking and residents parking, space is at a premium, so these can be quite tight if you have a big vehicle. We are pleased you found it the perfect holiday home for your vacation.
- The Toad Hall Team
July 2022
Lovely house, wonderful position
June 2022
We had a couple of issues that were dearth with quickly and without fuss. Thankyou!
June 2022
Love this property. Have been twice!
May 2022
We had a wonderful stay in the perfect location. It is an area that we shall certainly try to visit again.
May 2022
We had a great stay
March 2022
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, thank you.
October 2021
Loved the house, splendid view of the harbour. Loads of choice for eating places. Bus stop close by. Would highly recommend this property.
October 2021
Had a wonderful relaxing time with fabulous vista and easy access to so many places
October 2021
Yes we enjoyed our stay - shame about the weather though which can't be helped. Would prefer not to be stared at through the patio doors but that's the price you pay for the location.
We are pleased you enjoyed your stay in West Bay.
- The Toad Hall Team
September 2021
Yes it was excellent
June 2021
We are just home from a wonderful week in the townhouse in West bay! We had a mixture of weather but generally it was dry and sunny so we got out and about. We have a boat down there so even managed a few trips out! I just wanted to thank you for the beautiful flowers, it was so kind of you and was such a lovely surprise when we arrived. The house was perfect! We loved the decor and furnishings and there was absolutely everything we needed for our stay. You really have done a great job and we will definitely be back! Thanks again and will look forward to our next trip to our West Bay! Kind regards Jo, Gary & family xxxx
April 2024
We did enjoy our stay the location is stunning.
October 2023
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this lovely property. Very much appreciated the quality and standard of furnishings and equipment and all the touches that made this a lovely environment inside and out. Loved all the coastal themes in the house and such a wealth of good quality equipment. Lovely welcome pack was much appreciated.
August 2023
We had a lovely stay, but we were a little disappointed about the cleanliness this year.
We are delighted you enjoyed staying at the Townhouse again and will pass on your feedback to the housekeeping team
- The Toad Hall Team
May 2023
A great place to stay and relax, sort out the few problems for our next stay.
September 2022
Had a fantastic stay at the Town House, hope to visit again.
September 2022
The property was perfect in every way. I know there is nothing that you can do about it but the only issue was the parking. . . the allocated bays were too narrow and it was very hit and miss as to whether we were able to get a visitors bay. If you have two SUV type vehicles next to each other it's almost impossible to get in or out of the car.
We are delighted you enjoyed your stay and gave it an excellent rating throughout. The visitors bay is not guaranteed and is a complimentary space. Like most underground parking and residents parking, space is at a premium, so these can be quite tight if you have a big vehicle. We are pleased you found it the perfect holiday home for your vacation.
- The Toad Hall Team
July 2022
Lovely house, wonderful position
June 2022
We had a couple of issues that were dearth with quickly and without fuss. Thankyou!
June 2022
Love this property. Have been twice!
May 2022
We had a wonderful stay in the perfect location. It is an area that we shall certainly try to visit again.
May 2022
We had a great stay
March 2022
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, thank you.
October 2021
Loved the house, splendid view of the harbour. Loads of choice for eating places. Bus stop close by. Would highly recommend this property.
October 2021
Had a wonderful relaxing time with fabulous vista and easy access to so many places
October 2021
Yes we enjoyed our stay - shame about the weather though which can't be helped. Would prefer not to be stared at through the patio doors but that's the price you pay for the location.
We are pleased you enjoyed your stay in West Bay.
- The Toad Hall Team
September 2021
Yes it was excellent
June 2021
We are just home from a wonderful week in the townhouse in West bay! We had a mixture of weather but generally it was dry and sunny so we got out and about. We have a boat down there so even managed a few trips out! I just wanted to thank you for the beautiful flowers, it was so kind of you and was such a lovely surprise when we arrived. The house was perfect! We loved the decor and furnishings and there was absolutely everything we needed for our stay. You really have done a great job and we will definitely be back! Thanks again and will look forward to our next trip to our West Bay! Kind regards Jo, Gary & family xxxx
Rise Cafe Bar
(Less than a mile)
(5)
Set in a beautiful waterside loation, where the River Brit meets West Bay's harbour, Rise is a dog-friendly cafe bar with stylish, relaxed interiors and a lovely deck where you can soak up the views whilst enjoying breakfast, lunch, dinner, coffees, cocktails and craft beers.
Rise Cafe Bar, West Bay, DT6 4EZ (T:01308 422011)
Dined here most evenings, food excellent and very accommodating with our nervous dog
June 2023
Enjoyed 3 course evening meal, lovely food and good service. We chose the fish special which was delicious. Relaxing way to spend an evening, pleasant views over the river away from the traffic.
June 2023
Didn’t eat here but had drinks. Staff super friendly, beautiful setting especially sat outside by the water at teatime on a beautiful sunny day after long dog walks.
June 2022
This is such a lovely restaurant with beautiful views over the river estuary. The menu was varied and imaginative.
May 2022
Lovely cocktails, good food and the service was fantastic.
September 2021
Watch House Café
(Less than a mile)
(1)
An easy going beach café in the heart of West Bay with extensive outdoor seating offering stunning views along the Jurassic Coast. Inside is bright and stylish, and the food delicious with rustic menus full of high quality local seafood along with gourmet pizzas and delicious desserts.
Watch House Café West Bay, Bridport DT6 4EN (T: 01308 459330)
Loved the pizzas here - visited twice and service was great each time.
October 2023
Seagulls
(Less than a mile)
(2)
A rustic seaside restaurant with a good atmosphere serving good quality home made meals.
Seagulls Restaurant 1-3 Station Rd, West Bay, Bridport DT6 4EW (T:01308 425099)
The best restaurant in West Bay by far. Food is delicious, service is amazing and value is good - we visited twice and thoroughly enjoyed both times.
October 2023
Lovely restaurant. The best restaurant I’ve ever been to. Excellent service
June 2022
The Station Kitchen
(Less than a mile)
(3)
A unique dining experience in the former West Bay Station, here you can sample from gin collection or enjoy stylish cocktails before moving on to something from their delicious menu,full of Dorset’s finest produce. Either sit inside in the rustic lux station house or on outside tables on the former platform.
The Station Kitchen The Old Station, Station Road, West Bay, Bridport DT6 4EW (T: 01308 422845)
Fantastic restaurant!!! Food was outstanding, beautifully eclectic decor, super friendly staff and our dog was equally welcomed (in the station house). Highly recommend
June 2022
Good quality food with outstanding service. I would highly recommend the surf and turf if available
November 2020
Delicious food and an amazing setting.
August 2020
Soulshine Café
(2 miles)
(2)
A café to lift your spirits from the funky décor and sunny rear courtyard, to the vibrant juices and colourful healthy meals on offer. Well worth a visit.
Soulshine Café 76 South St, Bridport DT6 3NN (T: 01308 422821)
Delicious fresh food with many local producers. Dog-friendly courtyard to the back was a real sun trap too on a sunny September day - you may have to queue for a table, but it only took a few minutes. Good number of vegetarian options (and some vegan) and a small deli at the front to stock up on yummy treats.
October 2023
For anyone wanting gluten free, vegetarian or vegan food and cakes, this is an excellent place. Very friendly.
April 2019
Lyme Bay RIB Charter
(Less than a mile)
(3)
Be blown away by a range of multi award-winning boat trips from West Bay. From exciting, fast paced trips to sightseeing cruises, private hire and watersports options, there are trips to suit all tastes and budgets
Click here for further details
We had a fabulous time on the rib ride. Staff were friendly and helpful, explaining safety procedures well and making the ride really exciting. Would recommend.
September 2022
Good food and friendly staff at the Blue Ball, Sidford I,ts a bit further out but worth it?
April 2022
Three of us did the 15 minute rib blaster and thoroughly enjoyed it. We were well looked after and it was thrilling and safe at the same time. Highly recommended.
August 2021
West Bay Discovery Centre
(Less than a mile)
(2)
The West Bay Discovery Centre offers a fascinating insight into the area’s history with interactive displays charting the area’s journey from its shipbuilding past, through centuries of the local fishing industry to the development of tourism today. The centre also provides up to date information on what’s on in West Bay and Bridport, along with gifts and souvenirs to buy. Check the website for further details and opening times.
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Great little museum - lots of interesting local information presented in very accessible formats. Free, but donation appreciated.
October 2023
Good displays of the litter problems, very good for children to understand
September 2021
Bridport Golf Club
(Less than a mile)
Bridport is the oldest golf club in Dorset, celebrating their 125th anniversary in 2016 but enjoying modern facilities catering to the 21st century golfer. Located on the Jurassic coastline, the views stretch across Lyme Bay and along Chesil Beach to Portland. The 6213 yard, cliff top links style golf course is a challenging but fair test for all abilities and can be played on all year round.
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Symondsbury Estate
(3 miles)
(4)
Home to the Colfox family, the Symondsbury estate is set in beautiful Dorset countryside within a few miles of the Jurassic Coast, a world heritage site with unspoilt beaches and fabulous coastal walks. Here you'll find the Symondsbury Kitchen, the perfect spot for a bite to eat, the Symondsbury store which stocks a range of interesting local produce, a Home & Garden store, and various other boutique shops. There are also events held on the estate throughout the year including live music, open farm Sundays, workshops and more. Check the website for details.
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Very pretty courtyard now developed into unique shops and cafe, serving fresh and delicious food. Just go slowly along the pot-holed driveway!
October 2023
So good went back twice. Pub also very dog friendly.
September 2023
A lovely place to visit, nice boutiques and little shops. Well worth a visit.
April 2023
This is a lovely spot to stop for a bite and a drink with free parking. There is an excellent selection of local produce on sale plus homeware and fashion. You can ascend Colmers Hill nearby which is a wonderful vantage point for this beautiful area.
October 2021
Mangerton Mill
(4 miles)
(4)
A 17th century water mill, artist’s studios, craft centre, tea room and museum set in a peaceful valley on the river Manger with beautiful riverside walks nearby. ‘Maria’s Pantry’ serves breakfast, light lunches, cream teas and homemade cakes in beautiful surroundings overlooking the mill pond.
Mangerton Mill, Mangerton Lane, Bridport DT6 3SG (T: 01308 485224)
Beautiful location and setting for a walk around the grounds. Cakes expectional.
September 2023
Really lovely place to visit. Excellent cream tea!
August 2023
Very pretty, did riverside walk as weather was beautiful. Highly recommend
October 2021
Lovely quaint place for lunch or afternoon tea. Need to order afternoon tea 24 hours beforehand. Old water mill with a few studios to visit
May 2021
West Bay Beach, Bridport
(Less than a mile)
(4)
Under the golden glow of the majestic sandstone cliffs and the Golden Cap, the highest cliff on the south coast, West Bay Beach (made famous by the popular drama series Broadchurch) is in the south of the historic market town of Bridport. At the western end of Chesil Beach, the area forms part of the Dorset Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site within Lyme Bay and is a wonderful location for family holidays. Bridport Town is a short bus ride away or a very pleasant 20-minute walk. The beach itself is shingle, sand and pebbles with steep shelving, a slipway and a harbour. There’s an auxiliary coastguard and lifeguards at your service, toilets, disabled toilets and a beachside refreshment kiosk. Nearby activities include kayaking, snorkeling, fishing, sailing, swimming surfing and jet skiing. There are also car parks close by and while dogs are banned from May to September, they are allowed out of the summer season.
Lovely to stroll along the top of the dune which is compacted, easy to walk on and accessible from either the pier or the road beside the Visitor Centre. Wonderful views.
October 2023
Lovely walk, bit strenuous climbing up Golden Cap, buts it’s worth it ! However there is an easier route too.
September 2018
Lovely place to wonder around. Great relaxing beach to stroll along brilliant view of the cliffs. Easy parking. Fish and chips from the Seasider chippie went there twice in the week. really tasty.
August 2018
we loved West Bay very much did not eat at any of the restuarants there apart from the George Hotel (one night) as Gluten Free options were either poor choices or non existant.
July 2017
East Cliff Beach
(Less than a mile)
(2)
A fine shingle beach with sand at the water’s edge, East Cliff Beach is a beautiful place to spend the day with the family on summer holidays in Dorset. There’s lifeguard cover from July to September in the summer holidays on East Beach itself, but that doesn’t really cover East Cliff Beach, so just be careful when and where you swim and stay away from the cliff base to avoid falling stones. There’s a long stay car park behind East Beach and a smaller short stay car park just before entering the harbour area in front of the Bridport Arms Hotel. Toilets are located at the main West Bay Road car park and baby changing facilities are provided as well. Dogs are permitted on the beach all year round, but it is a clean zone that’s regularly patrolled by wardens imposing fines, so don’t forget to clean up after your pets!
We walked from Lyme Regis to Charmouth across this beach at low tide. MUST be low tide. It was a super walk, a bit challenging in places as we had climb over rocks. The dog absolutely loved it.
October 2018
I really enjoyed this side looking at interesting stone formations. The beach 'shelving' has to be looked out for if you are paddling and it is better to wait until very low tide so that you can see where bits rise and fall.
April 2018
Eype Beach
(Less than a mile)
(2)
A small pebble beach close to the historic market town of Bridport, Eype Beach is a steep shelved beach (Eype means ‘steep place’) with beautiful views of the West Dorset coast. Dogs are permitted all year round and refreshments are available at Lower Eype. The beach is part of one of the most beautiful little villages in the area, where buildings can be traced back to the late 18th century. Consisting of Lower Eype and Higher Eype, it’s the lower part of the village that has access to the beach, which also boasts the magnificent Golden Cap, the highest cliff on the south coast at 191-metres above sea level. The beach is favoured by swimmers and fishing fans as well as avid fossil hunters, and there is parking nearby for a few cars as well as toilets and a pub.
Narrow access. Park at the top for free and walk down to the church and carry on down via a path.
September 2023
Very narrow single track access road with limited passing places. Would not recommend purely due to access difficulties.
June 2017
Hive Beach
(3 miles)
(3)
A National Trust beach in Burton Bradstock, Hive Beach is part of an estate that forms one of the main gateways to the Jurassic Coast and the South West Coast Path. Around it are beautiful cliff top walks, and surrounded by the sandstone cliffs, Hive Beach perfect for visiting families. Made of shingle, it forms part of the larger Chesil Beach and is on a World Heritage Site that has the largest shingle ridge in the world. The nearby Burton Cliff is an example of extraordinary geology in the area, which appears to glow bright gold in the sunlight. Perfect for picnics, the beach has a car park and toilets nearby, linked to the Hove Beach Café which specializes in serving fish. From 1st June to the end of September there are restrictions for dogs on the beach, but they are welcome on at least part of it all year round.
Absolutely stunning - it's a must do 30 minute walk along the beach.
August 2021
Beautiful beach, great for dog walking and connects with the South Coast Path.
September 2018
Beautiful, calm & perfect for dog walks
April 2018
Cogden Beach
(4 miles)
(2)
A National Trust beach, Cogden is a little known, secluded sand and shingle beach that comes complete with a members’ car park. It has a wonderful sense of feeling remote but being surprisingly easy to access – the bus even stops there! There aren’t any facilities, but it’s a beautiful setting, and in truth, the lack of goings on is part of its charm. Dogs are allowed on the beach all year round and it’s a haven for walkers looking to explore the area with the National Trust’s two mile/one-hour circular walk passing through it from flower-filled farmland, past ground nesting birds and along this striking section of the Jurassic Coast, known for having the largest shingle ridge in the world.
Fabulous quiet dog friendly beach
August 2023
There's a lovely 2 mile circular walk through the fields from the NT car park - through late spring and early summer orchids are to be found
May 2017
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