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High Cross Camping Coach and Living Van

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Bridport, ENG
  • Place, West Bay Beach
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Seatown Beach
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, Charmouth Heritage Coast Centre
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Airport, Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

High Cross Camping Coach and Living Van

The accommodation that we offer is a railway carriage and Living van. The Carriage has been restored retaining many authentic carriage details like chunky carriage handles, brass lamps, window straps, and sliding sash windows, combined with good quality modern comfort. The main saloon has a large seat which converts into a double bed and sleeps two people, a small dining table and chairs, and a fantastic fully restored French 'Monopole' circa 1910 coal stove, which will keep you warm on cold damp days and cold nights. A fully equipped kitchen with microwave/oven and 2 ring induction hob, sink fridge, and work surfaces provide ample space to cook for yourselves during your stay. The bathroom has normal water flush domestic type loo and electric shower.

The carriage sits within a small enclosed garden at the rear of the owner's cottage garden. The view is beautiful over meadow fields towards distant hills, with a spectacular view of the sunset.

As part of the letting, the carriage also shares within its own garden a Roadman's Van. similar to a shepherd's hut, but bigger. The van comes as part of the letting providing seating and a table by day and space for 2 single beds by night. Fantastic for children (over 4yrs), and adults alike.

The carriage and van are situated 5 miles from the Jurassic coast at West Bay. There are many good beaches within a 20-minute drive including Charmouth for fossil hunting, Lyme Regis, and Burton Bradstock. There is fantastic walking along the South West Coast Path or lovely inland walks near the carriage location. The area offers many places to explore including Bridport's many antique shops and a twice-weekly market. Mapperton House and gardens and Abbotsbury children's farm, gardens, and swannery.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
The carriage has high steps, therefore, we recommend children aged at least 4yrs. There are also high walls and ponds in the owner's garden.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bridport

Located in Bridport, High Cross Camping Coach and Living Van is in a rural area and near the beach. Bridport and West Dorset Golf Club and Charmouth Heritage Coast Centre are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Chesil Beach and Dorset and East Devon Coast. Mapperton Gardens and Abbotsbury Children's Farm are also worth visiting. Sailing and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby.
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Bridport, ENG

What's nearby

  • Mapperton Gardens - 12 min drive - 7.4 km
  • West Bay Beach - 14 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Eype Beach - 17 min drive - 15.2 km
  • Seatown Beach - 20 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Charmouth Heritage Coast Centre - 26 min drive - 22.3 km

Getting around

  • Maiden Newton Station - 22 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Marquis of Lorne - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Ropemakers - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Shave Cross Inn - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Pursuit of Hoppiness - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Coffee #1 - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is High Cross Camping Coach and Living Van pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at High Cross Camping Coach and Living Van?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at High Cross Camping Coach and Living Van?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

About the host

Hosted by Marion Gardner

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Charles loves steam trains, so when he saw this railway carriage on eBay in 2012, we just had to buy it to add to our collection of two we already have in the garden.
We spent two years restoring it, trying to make it into a special space where you feel and see the character of old carriages paying particular attention to detail but having all the modern facilities to make you comfortable.
We live in a beautiful part of West Dorset and feel very privileged to live here and enjoy doing so very much. We love to have visitors because we love to share our surroundings and give them a taste of our paradise. When I am not running the camping coach I teach piano. We have 2 wonderful daughters and a fluffy dog called Rusty and Pip.

Languages:

English