The Shambles

Portland, DT5 1AB, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location – rated 9.3/10! <small>(score from <b>7</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.1
Scored 9.1
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
7 reviews
a living room with a white table and chairs at The Shambles in Portland
a living room with a couch and a fireplace at The Shambles in Portland
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The Shambles

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  • Entire home
  • 1130 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • Sea view
  • Garden
  • Free Wifi
  • Private Bathroom
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The Shambles is located in Portland, just 20 miles from Monkey World and 25 miles from Golden Cap. The property is around 29 miles from Corfe Castle, a 11-minute walk from Portland Castle, and 2.1 miles from Portland Museum. Free Wifi is available throughout the property and Portland Beach is a 2-minute walk away. Featuring sea views, this vacation home also includes a TV, a well-equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven, and a microwave, as well as 1 bathroom with a shower. There's also a seating area and a fireplace. Guests at the vacation home will be able to enjoy activities in and around Portland, like golfing, cycling, and fishing. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. Rufus Castle is 2.2 miles from The Shambles, while Athelhampton House is 19 miles from the property. The nearest airport is Bournemouth Airport, 42 miles from the accommodation.

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Most popular amenities
  • Parking
  • Free Wifi

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

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Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 full bed
Bedroom 2:
2 twin beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.9
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
10
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
9.3
Location
9.3
High score for Portland
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  • Simon
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Great location as about 5 minute walk from the beach and you get some awesome views of the sunset from the main bedroom. Really nice cottage with everything we needed for a long weekend and suitable for kids. Met the owner and he was very nice....”
  • Dave
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Property was very clean and tidy on arrival, fantastic appliances and well equipped kitchen. Bedrooms were very comfortable and the bathroom excellent, with a great shower! Parking was tight, but all neighbours were very respectful and there was...”
  • Sue
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Lovely house, quite fresh and clean looking with a very homely vibe”

Managed by Sykes Holiday Cottages

Company review score: 9.1Based on 76,041 reviews from 21729 properties
21729 managed properties

Company info

Sykes Holiday Cottages is an independent holiday cottage rental agency, with the finest selection of holidays across the UK and Ireland. Whether it’s a family-friendly holiday, a pet-friendly holiday or an activity and adventure-filled holiday, find your ideal UK break with Sykes Holiday Cottages. Our sister brands include Abersoch Quality Homes, Best of Suffolk, Carbis Bay Holidays, Character Cottages, Coast and Country Cottages, Coast and Country Holidays, Cornish Cottage Holidays, Dream Cottages, Heart of the Lakes, Helpful Holidays, Hideaways, Hogans Irish Cottages, John Bray, Lakes Cottage Holidays, Lake District Lodge Holidays, Lakelovers, Manor Cottages, Menai Holidays, Northumbria Coast & Country, Welsh Coast and Country Cottages and Yorkshire Coastal Cottages, and our family extends as far as Bachcare in New Zealand.

Property info

The Shambles is a charming terraced cottage resting in Fortuneswell in Dorset. Hosting two bedrooms, including a double and a twin along with a bathroom, this property can sleep up to four guests. There is also a kitchen and a living/dining room with woodburning stove. Outside there is on-street parking available and a small garden with decking and seating. The Shambles makes for a lovely family getaway near the sea.

Neighborhood info

Situated on Dorset's spectacular Jurassic Coast, now a World Heritage Site, the village of Fortuneswell can be found on the rugged Isle of Portland peninsula, joined to the mainland via Chesil Beach, a pebble spit, which stretches 18 miles towards West Bay. Formerly a quarrying area, Fortuneswell boasts a good variety of shops, pubs and restaurants, along with an intriguing maze of streets that wind their way up a steep hill to offer stunning views of the Jurassic Coast and the rolling hills of Dorset beyond. The surrounding countryside is well known as a birdwatcher’s paradise, plus with great walking and climbing opportunities, an array of watersport activities, wonderful sandy beaches, and Weymouth just 5 miles away, this super holiday destination is not to be missed!

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of The Shambles
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular amenities
  • Parking
  • Free Wifi
Parking
Public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and charges may apply.
  • Street parking
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchen
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Heating
Outdoors
  • Garden
Activities
  • Beach
  • Cycling
  • Fishing
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
Outdoor & View
  • Sea view
  • View
Miscellaneous
  • Smoke-free property
Safety & security
  • Carbon monoxide detector
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

The Shambles takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 4:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

Check-out

Until 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

No cribs or extra beds are available.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted The Shambles accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

FAQs about The Shambles

  • The Shambles has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 2 bedrooms

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Check-in at The Shambles is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • The prices at The Shambles may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • The Shambles can accommodate this group size:

    • 4 guests

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • The Shambles offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Fishing
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Beach

  • The nearest beach is 0.6 miles from The Shambles. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The Shambles is 1.2 miles from the center of Portland. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, The Shambles is popular with guests booking family stays.