Entire home
The Old Engine House
Photo gallery for The Old Engine House





Reviews
9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms 2 bathrooms Sleeps 5
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Drimpton, near Beaminster
- Place, Broadwindsor Craft and Design Centre5 min drive
- Place, Mapperton Gardens16 min drive
- Place, Lyme Regis Beach24 min drive
- Airport, Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)50 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
Bedroom
1 King Bed
Bedroom
2 Single Beds
Bedroom
1 Double Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom
Bathroom
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
The Old Engine House
A converted barn in a great location in a quiet village, ideal for exploring west Dorset and the surrounding counties with plenty of attractions for all ages.. 1 step to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living room: 38" Freeview TV
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher
Utility Room: Washing Machine
Separate Toilet.
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, 32" TV, TV Ensuite: Walk-In Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bedroom 3: ¾ Double (4ft) Bed
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Stairgate. Welcome pack and doggy extras. Enclosed lawned garden with patio and garden furniture. Private parking for 3 cars. No smoking. Please note: There is a fenced stream in the grounds, 50 yards away.. In a great location, in the heart of delightful west Dorset, this property is situated on a working beef farm, and the owners live next door. There’s glorious country scenery and walking in the area, so it’s great for dog walking, cycling and enjoying lovely village pubs to wine and dine in. There are many attractions nearby including Forde Abbey and Gardens right on your doorstep, and a local craft centre nearby. Within very easy driving distance is the ever popular World Heritage Jurassic Coast, with its stunning scenery and the seaside resorts of Lyme Regis, Charmouth and West Bay. Scenery, boating, fishing and sandy beach can be enjoyed at Lyme Regis, as well as fossil hunting, all making for a memorable holiday. Head inland, and you will find the Yeovilton Fleet Air Arm Museum and the Haynes International Motor Museum with its classic car collection. Further afield you can visit the Clarks Village factory outlet, Glastonbury Tor, the cathedral city of Wells and Cheddar Gorge. Beach 10 miles. Shop 2 miles, pub and restaurant 200 yards.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 9 guests.
Free WiFi
Children must be supervised on site due to possible safety hazards.
There are steps to the property.
There is open water in the property grounds.
Ground Floor:
Living room: 38" Freeview TV
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher
Utility Room: Washing Machine
Separate Toilet.
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, 32" TV, TV Ensuite: Walk-In Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bedroom 3: ¾ Double (4ft) Bed
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Stairgate. Welcome pack and doggy extras. Enclosed lawned garden with patio and garden furniture. Private parking for 3 cars. No smoking. Please note: There is a fenced stream in the grounds, 50 yards away.. In a great location, in the heart of delightful west Dorset, this property is situated on a working beef farm, and the owners live next door. There’s glorious country scenery and walking in the area, so it’s great for dog walking, cycling and enjoying lovely village pubs to wine and dine in. There are many attractions nearby including Forde Abbey and Gardens right on your doorstep, and a local craft centre nearby. Within very easy driving distance is the ever popular World Heritage Jurassic Coast, with its stunning scenery and the seaside resorts of Lyme Regis, Charmouth and West Bay. Scenery, boating, fishing and sandy beach can be enjoyed at Lyme Regis, as well as fossil hunting, all making for a memorable holiday. Head inland, and you will find the Yeovilton Fleet Air Arm Museum and the Haynes International Motor Museum with its classic car collection. Further afield you can visit the Clarks Village factory outlet, Glastonbury Tor, the cathedral city of Wells and Cheddar Gorge. Beach 10 miles. Shop 2 miles, pub and restaurant 200 yards.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 9 guests.
Free WiFi
Children must be supervised on site due to possible safety hazards.
There are steps to the property.
There is open water in the property grounds.
Add dates for prices
Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Have a question?
Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.
Similar properties

BEECH, pet friendly, character holiday cottage in Dalwood
BEECH, pet friendly, character holiday cottage in Dalwood
- Hot tub
- Pet-friendly
- Outdoor space
- Parking available
House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
This property accepts a maximum of 2 pet(s)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Beaminster
Located in Beaminster, this cottage is in a rural area. Broadwindsor Craft and Design Centre and Chard Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Mapperton Gardens and East Lambrook Manor Gardens. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at The Tunnel Target Sports Centre or Huish Park.

Drimpton, near Beaminster
What's nearby
- Broadwindsor Craft and Design Centre - 5 min drive - 5.5 km
- Mapperton Gardens - 16 min drive - 13.6 km
- West Bay Beach - 21 min drive - 19.2 km
- Charmouth Heritage Coast Centre - 23 min drive - 24.6 km
- Lyme Regis Beach - 24 min drive - 25.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Lord Poulett Arms - 16 min drive
- Shave Cross Inn - 12 min drive
- Winyards Gap Inn - 14 min drive
- Bengal Fusion - 8 min drive
- Cilla & Camilla - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Cottages.com

Cottages-com is home to a number of unique, inspiring collections, curated by our cottage experts. Each collection within the family offers something different, so that all holidaymakers can find the perfect break, wherever it may be and whatever they are looking for.
As our name suggests, we love everything about cottages and cottage holidays. We’re here to help you choose from over 23,000 independently vetted holiday properties, not just in the UK, but across France, Ireland and Italy, too.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
Tell us how we can improve our siteShare feedback