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Bridport, Dorset

Ash Cottage

The exterior of Ash Cottage and its picnic table in the shared garden, Dorset
Ash Cottage, Dorset | © National Trust/Mike Henton
The single bedroom at Ash Cottage, including an armchair and chest of drawers and two windows on different sides of the room, Dorset
An aerial view of St Gabriel’s Cottages and the nearby Golden Cap coast, Dorset

Ash Cottage

Part of a large thatched farmhouse on the Golden Cap World Heritage Site, with impressive coastal views a short walk away.

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The single bedroom at Ash Cottage, including an armchair and chest of drawers and two windows on different sides of the room, Dorset
An aerial view of St Gabriel’s Cottages and the nearby Golden Cap coast, Dorset
The exterior of Ash Cottage and its picnic table in the shared garden, Dorset
The gate leading to Oak Cottage, Dorset
The path to Oak Cottage, St Gabriel's Elm Cottage and Ash Cottage, Dorset
The entrance hall at Ash Cottage with the open door showing the raised garden lawn, trees and picnic table outside, Dorset
The kitchen, including microwave, dishwasher and washing machine, and the entrance hall at Ash Cottage, Dorset
The kitchen, including cooker, hob, toaster and washing machine, at Ash Cottage, Dorset
The open-plan sitting and dining room at Ash Cottage, Dorset
The dining area in the open-plan sitting and dining room at Ash Cottage, Dorset
The sitting room at Ash Cottage, with sofa and armchair, Dorset
The double bedroom at Ash Cottage, Dorset
The bathroom with shower over bath at Ash Cottage, Dorset
An aerial view of the shared garden at Ash Cottage showing the lawn and picnic bench, Dorset
An aerial view of St Gabriel's Cottages and their shared garden, Dorset
A view of St Gabriel’s Cottages, showing the front door of Beech Cottage, Dorset
St Gabriel's Chapel ruins, near St Gabriel's Cottages, Dorset
An aerial view of the countryside and coast near St Gabriel's Cottages, Dorset
Steps leading uphill on a path near St Gabriel's Cottages, Dorset
Signpost for coastal footpaths near St Gabriel’s Cottages, Dorset
Looking inland at the fields surrounding St Gabriel’s Cottages, Dorset

© National Trust/Mike Henton

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Part of a large thatched farmhouse on the Golden Cap World Heritage Site, with impressive coastal views a short walk away.

  • Guests

    3

    Bedrooms

    2

    Acorn rating

    3What's this?

    Number of dogs welcome

    2

    Reference

    003004

    Ash Cottage sits in a secluded spot on the Golden Cap, one of England's World Heritage Sites. At the far end of a row of cottages that were once a single farmhouse, Ash is a traditional thatched dwelling, typical of the cottages found in this part of Dorset. It has two bedrooms and room for two dogs.

    Thanks to its remote location, Ash Cottage is very family friendly. Watch as your children make the most of the extensive grounds, climbing trees and building dens. 

    Nearby, the famous market town of Bridport is awash with artists and fantastic local produce. While along the coast, West Bay with its dramatic yellow cliffs, was the location for popular drama Broadchurch. 

    Ash is a semi-detached cottage, joined to St Gabriel's Elm Cottage (sleeps five). Oak Cottage (sleeps four) and Beech Cottage (sleeps five) are also part of the old farmhouse. Groups of up to 17 guests can book to stay in multiple cottages.

    • Wi-Fi, available
    • Garden, available
    • EV charging, not available
    • Fridge, available
    • Freezer, not available
    • Microwave, available
    • Open fire / wood burner, not available
    • Television, available
    • DVD, available
    • Washing machine, available
    • Dishwasher, available
    • Tumble dryer, available
    • Cot & high chair, available

    There is no freezer but there is an ice box in the fridge.

    The washing machine and tumble dryer are a combined washer/dryer.

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Things to see and do at Golden Cap

Golden Cap 

Stunning coastline overlooking the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site

Bridport, Dorset

Fully open today
The Dorset coastline shot from the summit of Golden Cap, with sea to the right and cliffs to the right. The sun is rising above a grassy mound and heather grows on the clifftop

Outdoor activities at Golden Cap 

From bracing walks with breathtaking views to angling and geocaching, there's lots to do around the Golden Cap estate.

View from the top of Golden Cap

Family-friendly things to do at Golden Cap 

Visiting Golden Cap is always a big adventure. Discover treasure on the Stonebarrow Smugglers' Trail, take on a big challenge and climb Golden Cap, or try out geocaching on the wider estate.

A woman and a man with a baby carrier looking out over the Jurassic Coast from Golden Cap in Dorset, on a bright summer's day

Stonebarrow walk on the Golden Cap Estate 

Dorset

An easy circular walk featuring rolling hills and ancient hedgerows with views of the dramatic coastline of the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site.

Activities
Walking
DistanceMiles: 1.7 (km: 2.72)
The Dorset coastline shot from the summit of Golden Cap, with sea to the right and cliffs to the right. The sun is rising above a grassy mound and heather grows on the clifftop

Exploring the area

Hive Beach 

Spectacular coastline with cliffs and miles of unspoilt beaches on the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site

Burton Bradstock, Dorset

Fully open today
Hive Beach East Side

Pilsdon Pen 

One of Dorset's prominent landmarks, dominated by an Iron Age hill fort

Beaminster, Dorset

Fully open today
Western ramparts and view beyond at Pilsdon Pen in Dorset

Lambert's and Coney's Castle 

Walk in the footsteps of previous generations along these ancient hillforts

Bridport, Dorset

Fully open today
View from Lambert's Castle Hill, Dorset.

Lewesdon Hill 

The highest point in Dorset with views between the trees over Devon, Somerset and out to sea

Beaminster, Dorset

Fully open today
Footpath through woodland at Lewesdon Hill, Dorset

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The exterior of The Bakehouse, a two-storey thatched cottage, Dorset

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