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Portland House

An aerial view of Portland House including the ground floor and first floor terraces, Dorset
An aerial view of Portland House, Dorset | © National Trust/Mike Henton
The dining room on the ground floor of Portland House, with patio doors onto the terrace, Dorset
The upper terrace at Portland House, with outdoor furniture, overlooking the harbour, Dorset

Portland House

Get a spectacular taste of 1930s glamour in this stunning Art Deco villa on the Dorset coast.

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The dining room on the ground floor of Portland House, with patio doors onto the terrace, Dorset
The upper terrace at Portland House, with outdoor furniture, overlooking the harbour, Dorset
An aerial view of Portland House including the ground floor and first floor terraces, Dorset
An aerial view of Portland House, Dorset
An aerial view of the entrance door and part of the garden at Portland House, Dorset
The path to the entrance door of Portland House, lined with palm trees, Dorset
The main staircase and ground floor hall at Portland House, Dorset
The chandelier above the main staircase at Portland House, Dorset
The ground floor hallway at Portland House, with doors to the lower terrace, Dorset
Looking up the main staircase, with rope banisters and period Poole Pottery tiles with floral designs. It leads to the main entrance door on the first floor of Portland House, Dorset
The drawing room at Portland House, with patio doors onto the lower terrace, Dorset
The kitchen on the first floor of Portland House, showing the dumbwaiter, which goes to the dining room on the lower floor, Dorset
The kitchen on the first floor of Portland House, Dorset
The scullery, which leads to the kitchen at Portland House, Dorset
The breakfast room on the first floor of Portland House, with bench seating and chairs around the dining table, Dorset
The single bedroom on the ground floor of Portland House, Dorset
One of the double bedrooms on the ground floor, with a connecting door to the next double bedroom and external door to the lower terrace and covered loggia at the side of the house, Dorset
One of the double bedrooms on the ground floor of Portland House, with a connecting door to the next double bedroom and external door to the lower terrace, Dorset
The bathroom on the ground floor of Portland House, with shower above bath, Dorset
One of the double bedrooms on the first floor of Portland House, with bench seating below the windows, Dorset
One of the double bedrooms on the first floor of Portland House, with patio doors to the upper terrace, Dorset
The single bedroom on the first floor of Portland House, with patio door to the upper terrace, Dorset
The shower room on the first floor of Portland House, Dorset
The twin bedroom on the first floor of Portland House, with patio doors to the upper terrace, Dorset
One of the bathrooms on the first floor of Portland House, with shower over bath, Dorset
One of the bathrooms on the first floor at Portland House, with shower over bath, Dorset
One of the circular windows at Portland House, with views of the garden and palm trees, Dorset
The cloakroom and toilet on the first floor of Portland House, Dorset
Steps down from the garden to the entrance door to Portland House, Dorset
The lawn and palm trees in part of the gardens at Portland House, Dorset
The lower terrace, with outdoor dining furniture, at Portland House, Dorset
The exterior of Portland House, with Weymouth Bay in the distance, Dorset
The lower terrace at Portland House, with views across the harbour, Dorset
The lower terrace, with outdoor dining furniture, at Portland House, Dorset
An outdoor table and chair on the upper terrace at Portland House, Dorset
The covered loggia on the lower terrace, at the side of Portland House, Dorset
Part of the garden at Portland House, with views across the harbour, Dorset
Palm trees at Portland House, Dorset
Palms in part of the garden at Portland House, Dorset
Stone steps through part of the garden at Portland House, Dorset
An aerial view of Portland House, its garden, the harbour and the Jurassic Coast in the distance, Dorset
An aerial view of Portland House with the waters of Portland Harbour in the foreground, Dorset

© National Trust/Mike Henton

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Get a spectacular taste of 1930s glamour in this stunning Art Deco villa on the Dorset coast.

  • Guests

    12

    Bedrooms

    7

    Acorn rating

    4What's this?

    Number of dogs welcome

    0

    Reference

    003042

    Lounging elegantly at the top of a slope overlooking the harbour at Portland, this extraordinary house, surrounded by a huge garden and terraces invokes the sophistication and luxury of old-school Hollywood, with its palm-fringed drive, pacific-blue Crittal windows and the house itself dazzlingly white against the blue of the sea beyond.

    Looking like an Agatha Christie film set, the luxurious interiors of Portland House have been lovingly put together, retaining many of the original 1930’s features such as the kitchen, bathrooms and light fittings. Filled with period furniture, it’s easy to imagine that you’ve stepped back in time when you holiday here. Sleeping twelve, with seven spacious bedrooms, the seductive glamour of the house and its brilliant views make a truly unforgettable spot. Large French windows open out from most rooms onto two broad terraces outside (one above the other), and the house is designed to make the most of the south coast sun.

    A hidden gem on the Dorset coastline, Portland House looks over the glittering water and basks in the tropical climate of the South Coast, which rivals the Mediterranean on a sunny day. Sitting just out of Weymouth itself, on a quiet residential road, you’ll find everything you need in terms of nearby shops and restaurants in the bustling centre of Weymouth a gentle stroll away. You can also explore the town’s sandy beaches and harbour with its stories of past sailing escapades.

    If you ever tire of living the high life, then head further afield to explore the surrounding area, including the West Dorset Heritage coast on your doorstep. A short drive to the east will take you to the Jurassic Coast, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where dinosaurs once roamed. Go fossil hunting along the beaches or take in the view of Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door from the headlands. When you stay with us, or visit National Trust places nearby like Hardy’s Cottage or Corfe Castle, you’re helping us to look after them for the future.

    • Wi-Fi, available
    • Garden, available
    • Fridge, available
    • Freezer, available
    • Microwave, available
    • Television, available
    • DVD, available
    • Washing machine, available
    • Dishwasher, available
    • Tumble dryer, available
    • Cot & high chair, available
    • Balcony, available
    • Walk to a beach, available
    • Sea views, available
    • Celebratory stays, available
    • For larger groups, available
    • Historic building, available

Heritage Open Days 2025

This cottage is opening for the Heritage Open Days festival this year - visit the festival website to find out more.

Heritage Open Days 2025 

Heritage Open Days is England’s largest festival of history and culture offering free access to heritage events and activities across England. Heritage Open Days 2025 takes place between 12 and 21 September, and during that time some National Trust holiday cottages are opened up for a day or more for you to explore and enjoy. This year, discover The Bothy in Powis Castle's gardens, extraordinary Portland House - an Art Deco villa on the Dorset coast, Thorington Hall in Sussex and more. Visit the Heritage Open Days website to find out more and find open days in your area. Image: Thorington Hall, Suffolk

An aerial view of Thorington Hall on the right and Thorington Lodge on the left, Suffolk

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