Guests say
Overcombe Mill in Weymouth is a well-received holiday lodge, praised for its cleanliness, comfort, and thoughtful touches. Guests have enjoyed the property's location, ideal for walks and local attractions. The accommodation is described as stunning, well laid out, and welcoming to both humans and pets. While there have been minor maintenance issues, the overall sentiment is positive, with many guests planning to return.
The lodge is consistently described as 'spotlessly clean' and well-maintained, indicating a high standard of cleanliness that guests appreciate.
The property's location is praised for its proximity to Weymouth and local interesting places, making it an ideal spot for guests looking to explore the area.
Guests have found the beds extremely comfortable and the property spacious, contributing to a relaxing and enjoyable stay.
The facilities are generally superb, with a well-equipped kitchen and good layout. However, there are mentions of minor maintenance issues like shower seals leaking and a noisy fridge, which slightly impacts the score.
While guests have mentioned welcome treats for both pets and humans, as these gifts are not guaranteed for every stay, it is not possible to accurately score this category. However, such gestures are noted and appreciated by those who received them.
About this property
Weymouth 3.4 miles. Overcombe Mill is a charming cottage situated in the rural area of Nottington, just a short distance away from the popular town of Weymouth. Sleeping up to six guests, this well presented lodge makes a great base for a family looking to explore Dorset and the Jurassic coast, along with their four-legged companion. Park up in the allocated off-road parking spot and make yourself at home in a light and airy open-plan living space, sporting pretty artwork, tasteful décor, and a whole host of amenities in the kitchen to cater to your culinary needs. Here guests can dine together at the dining space and toast to their getaway with a glass of their favourite beverage, before retiring to the plush sitting area for a movie marathon. Open up the patio doors and step out onto the decking to make the most of the fresh countryside air, and discover a private, enclosed garden with pretty shrubs and a seating area, complete with a barbeque, perfect for taking full advantage of the good weather and rustling up an alfresco feast. As night falls, cosy up in one of the three stylish bedrooms, choosing between a master king-size double bedroom, benefiting from an en-suite bathroom with a dual head with a rain shower, or upstairs there are two pretty bedrooms with Smart TVs, comprising a super-king-size and a twin, both with zip/link feature providing a flexible sleeping arrangement. The bedrooms are serviced by a bright bathroom, with a sparkle wall feature and a heated towel rail, offering guests the choice between a bath and shower over to prepare for each day. For a stunning coastal break, choose Overcombe Mill. Note: This property can be booked with Refs. 1105442, 1105445, 1105446, 1105450, 1105451, 1105443, 1105456, and 1105458, sleeping up to 48 guests.
The popular resort of Weymouth makes an outstanding year-round holiday destination, with a wide variety of attractions on offer, appealing to all tastes and ages. The glorious golden sandy beaches have excellent facilities for all kinds of watersports, whilst from the picturesque, bustling harbour you can take regular fishing trips. A short drive takes you to Portland Harbour, and the rugged “Isle” of Portland, linked to Weymouth by the dramatic Chesil Beach. Visit Dorchester, Thomas Hardy’s “Casterbridge”, only 7 miles away, or take a journey along the scenic coastal road and call in at Abbotsbury Swannery and Subtropical Gardens. Alternatively, just head down to West Bay - the views of the stunning Dorset Heritage Coastline are not to be missed!
Accommodation
Three bedrooms with Smart TVs: 1 x ground-floor king-size with en-suite bath, shower over, basin and WC, 1 x super-king-size (zip/link, can be twin on request), 1 x twin (zip/link, can be super-king-size on request).
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Cloakroom with basin and WC.
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area
Gas central heating.
Electric oven, ceramic hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, kettle, toaster.
4 x Smart TV's, DVD player, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot, highchair, and stairgate available on request.
Two allocated off-road parking spaces.
Private enclosed garden, decking, furniture, and barbecue.
Sorry, no smoking.
One well-behaved pet welcome.
Shop 1.3 miles, pub 1.5 miles, beach 2.8 miles.
Note: There is a Good Housekeeping Bond of £350 for this property.
Note: 4pm check-in, 10am check-out
Nearby points of interest
- The Dinosaur Museum
- Lulworth Cove
Reviews (9)
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Mark
Easy access and parking, lovely views from property.
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Helen
Great facilities for our family, a wonderful location with lots to see and do. We had a few small issues when we arrived which were quickly fixed when we emailed the owner. Would thoroughly recommend this property and this area.
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Karen
The property was well maintained and had everything we needed. Our dog loved the garden and appreciated the biscuits on our arrival and for us humans, the welcome treats were a nice touch. Overcome Mill is ideally situated for many places to visit, the water gardens were a particularly lovely find.