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Located in Bridport and only 2.5 km from West Bay Beach, The Skilling provides accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking. The 4-star holiday home is 6.5 km from Golden Cap. The property is non-smoking and is situated 2.7 km from West Bay East Beach. The spacious holiday home features 5 bedrooms, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave, a washing machine, and 4 bathrooms with a hot tub. Guests at the holiday home will be able to enjoy activities in and around Bridport, like golfing and cycling. Guests can also relax in the garden. Monkey World is 43 km from The Skilling, while Dinosaurland Fossil Museum is 16 km away. The nearest airport is Exeter International Airport, 55 km from the accommodation.

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Property highlights

Free private parking available on-site


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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 3:
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 4:
2 single beds
Bedroom 5:
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
10
Facilities
10
Cleanliness
10
Comfort
10
Value for money
10
Location
7.5
High score for Bridport

Managed by Sykes Holiday Cottages

Company review score: 9.1Based on 74,382 reviews from 21622 properties
21622 managed properties

Company information

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 information

The Skilling is a wonderful detached dwelling resting on the outskirts of Bridport in Dorset. There are five bedrooms within the property including a ground-floor super-king-size with Jack-and-Jill access to ground-floor bathroom, a ground-floor family room with a double and truckle with access to patio and en-suite bathroom, a ground-floor super-king size with 2 x pull-out truckles and a travel cot with access to patio and en-suite shower room, a ground-floor twin and a first-floor double, as well as a cloakroom, making the property suitable to sleep up to ten adults and four children. The property also holds a kitchen/diner, a dining room, a sitting room, a utility and a conservatory. Outside there is ample off-road parking and a large lawned back garden with furniture, a gas barbecue and a hot tub. The Skilling is a wondrous property for a large family gathering in this scenic area of Dorset. Please note - this property accepts bookings to start on Monday and FridayPlease note - the hot tub is not to be used after property has a 200 Good housekeeping bond

Neighbourhood information

Bridport is a delightful market town resting within the scenic lands of Dorset. Hosting a variety of shops, restaurants and inns, it provides many amenities for a wonderful self-catered stay. Just a short car journey or a walk for the avid outdoorsman will bring you to the Jurassic Coast, a stunning World Heritage Site boasting plenty of wonder. Further afield is Lyme Regis with even more attractions, making Bridport the perfect base for exploring this area of West Dorset.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Skilling
Great facilities! Review score, 10

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
    Kitchen
    • Children's high chair
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Tumble dryer
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Washing machine
    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    Bedroom
    • Linen
    • Wardrobe or closet
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Additional bathroom
    • Bath or shower
    • Private bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Seating Area
    Media & Technology
    • TV
    Room Amenities
    • Heating
    • Hot tub
    Pets
    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
    Outdoors
    • Garden
    Activities
    • Beach
    • Cycling
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Outdoor & View
    • Sea view
    Building characteristics
    • Detached
    Miscellaneous
    • Non-smoking throughout
    Safety & security
    • Carbon monoxide detector
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules

    The Skilling takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 16:00

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

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

    Check-out

    Until 10:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

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

    Cot and extra bed policies

    No cots or extra beds are available.

    No age restriction

    There is no age requirement for check-in

    Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted The Skilling 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 allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    One well behaved dog welcome

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

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    FAQs about The Skilling

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

    • The Skilling can accommodate the following group size:

      • 14 guests

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

    • The prices at The Skilling may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Check-in at The Skilling is from 16:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • The Skilling is 1,000 yards from the centre of Bridport. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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

      • Cycling
      • Golf course (within 3 km)
      • Beach

    • The Skilling has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 5 bedrooms

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