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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

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Fenced yard
  • Internet access
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Bridport, ENG
  • Place, Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, West Bay Beach
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Lyme Regis Beach
    ‪44 min drive‬
  • Airport, Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    ‪83 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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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 Lyme Regis Beach and Dorset and East Devon Coast. Mapperton Gardens and Bridport Arts Centre 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 hiking and horse riding nearby.
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Bridport, ENG

What's nearby

  • Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • West Bay Beach - 17 min drive - 12.8 km
  • Dorset and East Devon Coast - 17 min drive - 12.8 km
  • Seatown Beach - 24 min drive - 15.8 km
  • Lyme Regis Beach - 44 min drive - 30.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Marquis of Lorne - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Pursuit of Hoppiness - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Three Horseshoes Inn - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Coffee #1 - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Mercato Italiano - ‬13 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 51 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 51 reviews

9.8/10

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10/10

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10/10 Excellent

Adele N.

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We had a lovely stay. Both accommodation were just delightful. Set in your very own little garden with beautiful surroundings. Everything you need is supplied.Marion was a very accommodating host, greeted us & showed us everything we needed to know. Highly recommend for a stay with a difference.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dawn P.

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Marion and Charles were lovely hosts. We felt very lucky to have the opportunity to stay in this beautiful railway carriage. With a hot, powerful shower and a well equipped kitchen, we had everything we needed. Set in a quiet and peaceful charming area, it's a great place to relax.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alan H.

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Excellent cosy old train carriage highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 September 2025
Thanks, Alan. We are pleased you enjoyed your visit!!
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10/10 Excellent

Sara H.

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Wonderful location

A very interesting place to stay with lots of character.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Gina G.

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A charming carriage- comfortable and cosy x
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Michelle P.

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Fantastic

Fantastic stay! Thoroughly enjoyed our weekend in a very beautiful location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Josh W.

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Great for a weekend away

We had a great two night stay, the train carriage is beautiful and the setting was fantastic. Marion the host was very helpful. I would recommend to anyone looking to escape the bustle of the city for a few days.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 September 2024
Thanks Josh for your lovely review
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10/10 Excellent

PAUL M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Railway camper stay

Quirky, cosy and peaceful!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Lindsay S.

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A unique stay

Amazing restoration of the train carriage and van. Everything has been catered for and the kids loved it. Warm, comfortable and private. The dog was happy to! Highly recommend a stay
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Matthias D.

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Nice historic coach

Gold weather, beds due to historic coach a little bid uncomfortabel, very quiet
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew C.

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An amazing, unique experience

We enjoyed a two night holiday in the converted railway carriage and work van. Extremely comfortable and with remarkable attention to detail in the restoration and provision of modern comforts. Add in the peaceful location and you will feel transported to Victorian England. Charles and Marion were warm and charming hosts with such interesting stories about the accommodation and other restoration projects. The aviary was an added bonus for our curious children.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica D.

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Friendly and homely

Very clean and well looked after. Brilliantly equipped and all grounds are kept beautifully. Very friendly and helpful host. Heating system worked fabulous even in winter months.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarita P.

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Unique and quirky stay

Fantastic accommodation. The carriage was well equipped and perfect for a short stay for myself and my 2 dogs. Plenty of places to visit and lots of walks in the surrounding area. Despite the bad weather it was lovely to come back to the carriage to relax in the evening. Would definitely recommend it as a perfect getaway. Look forward to the new carriage
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katia H.

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Cosy and warm even in November

We very much enjoyed our two nights in this unusual, neat and quirkily appointed camping van. It was a great place to come back to and within easy distance of Bridport, Lyme and Charmouth. I was concerned it might be a bit chilly in November but we were warm and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda H.

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1st class all the way

Marion was lovely, very friendly and accommodating. Railway carriages finished to an excellent standard, very comfortable, coal burner very welcome. Cream tea tea was a must do. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Highly recommended.
Response from VrboOwner on 22 March 2020
thank you, Amanda and we really enjoyed having you all to stay!!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maureen D.

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Most unique and delightful accommodations I’ve ever stayed in!

My 8-year-old daughter and I were planning to go to Cornwall for a holiday but when we saw this amazing VRBO listing in Dorset, we couldn’t resist. The accommodations and the lovely hosts didn’t disappoint. This was by far the most unique place I have ever stayed in and we absolutely loved our time there. We were there for three nights and it was so comfortable and enjoyable. We had plenty of space between the carriage and the living van, as well as the private garden they were situated in. We ended up hanging around both mornings because it was just a fun place to spend some time and relax. The owners were incredibly friendly, helpful, and pleasant, and we would stay there again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Bridget Drummond

Delightful accommodation in a lovely setting

We had the most wonderful stay at Marion's lovely railway carriage and van. The accommodation is compact but comfortable and absolutely charming with beautiful vintage and antique furniture and fittings. The setting in the garden of Marion's house was perfect with glorious west-facing views across the Dorset countryside. It is incredibly quiet - and dark! - at night but just a few minutes drive to Bridport and the coast. Marion gave us a lovely welcome and was on site if we needed anything; she gave us fresh milk and some delicious biscuits so we had a refreshing cuppa as soon as we had arrived and settled in. Our party was four ladies celebrating a birthday but it would be perfect for a family with young children - the two vehicles are just a couple of metres apart. In fact one member of my party is already looking at dates when she can bring her family. I recommend you pack in to soft luggage and bring a torch. Brilliant adventure - thanks Marion!
Response from VrboOwner on 22 March 2020
Thank you for your fantastic review. We did try so hard when restoring the carriage and van to pay lots of attention to detail, so the carriage retained all of the character of the Victorian coach whilst trying to provide your guests with home comforts!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas M.

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Super!

Canpingurlaub vom Feinsten!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

tracey r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic stay in this unique railway carriage.

We stayed for 2 nights and our friends stayed in the living van, which was in the garden. The railway carriage has been beautifully restored and has everything that you will need for a comfortable stay, including a real stove for keeping the van warm. The bathroom needs to be shared by the people in the living van but that wasn't a problem for us. Plenty of towels, bedding etc and even tea / coffee for our stay. We all thoroughly enjoyed our stay and I would definitely recommend this as a fabulous place to stay. In order to really benefit from the stay, I would recommend a minimum of 2 nights Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicola G.

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Birthday Treat!

We have just returned from a short stay here to celebrate my husbands birthday! Such a fun and novel place to stay! Perfect location for visiting the Jurassic Coast!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Gavin D.

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Amazing experience to stay in a Camping Coach in such a beautiful and peaceful setting

Such an amazing experience staying here in the Camping Coach that has been so beautifully restored by the owners, Marion and Charles, who were so friendly and excellent hosts. We can recommend the delicious Afternoon Tea which we booked in the Dining Carriage. We all really enjoyed our stay thank you and hopefully will return soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Matthew M.

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Magnificent and unique experience.

Hosts were welcoming and accommodating; our 2 boys loved learning about the restoration of the train carriages. Charles and Marion were a big part of making this stay so special for the boys. The train carriage and hut were fabulous - offering a unique experience. Clean, tidy and well equipped. We will be back again to explore the beautiful county further as the location is second to none.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wayne C.

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Family holiday

Beautiful location beautiful accommodation and lovely hosts x would stay again
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Railway carriage

Beautiful place beautiful setting
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine S.

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Camping Carriage

Unusual and interesting accommodation. Lots of attention to detail and lovely view. We received a warm welcome and thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
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