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Comfortable living room | The Old Engine House - Bridge Farm, Drimpton, near Beaminster
Cosy living room | The Old Engine House - Bridge Farm, Drimpton, near Beaminster
Charming kitchen/ dining area | The Old Engine House - Bridge Farm, Drimpton, near Beaminster
Double bedroom | The Old Engine House - Bridge Farm, Drimpton, near Beaminster

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Drimpton, near Beaminster
  • Place, Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Dorset and East Devon Coast
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Place, Lyme Regis Beach
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Airport, Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    ‪71 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.

Suitable for up to 2 pets

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
This property accepts a maximum of 2 pet(s)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.

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 Chard Leisure Centre and Mapperton Gardens. Bridport Arts Centre and Bridport Leisure Centre are also worth visiting.
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Drimpton, near Beaminster

What's nearby

  • Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Dorset and East Devon Coast - 27 min drive - 19.8 km
  • Lyme Regis Beach - 33 min drive - 27.9 km
  • Chesil Beach - 46 min drive - 36.3 km
  • Glastonbury Abbey - 57 min drive - 52.1 km

Getting around

  • Crewkerne Station - 10 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lord Poulett Arms - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Terrace Bar - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Bengal Fusion - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Pavilion - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Tree Tops Restaurant - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Old Engine House pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Old Engine House?

As of 29 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Old Engine House on 4 May 2026 start from NZ$330, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Old Engine House?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Old Engine House?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Old Engine House?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Old Engine House located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Broadwindsor Craft and Design Centre, Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Cricket St Thomas Golf Course. Chard Museum and Chard Leisure Centre are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Melanie Burns

Such a perfect place to stay.

Such a perfect place to stay. It had everything you could wish for.The rooms were furnished to a high stansard. I loved the large double bedroom with ensuite.The kitchen was very large, with plenty of cupboard space. We will definitely be going back for another stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine H.

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

Extremely dog- friendly

A lovely place to stay, slightly off the tourist track, peaceful, rural. The property is wonderful for dogs, our two pointers had a great time. Only half an hours drive to wonderful beaches on the Jurassic coast, which in low season (we were here in March) are great for dogs too. A very comfortable and relaxing stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Caroline Ness

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A very happy stay at the Old Engine House for half term fun on the jurassic coast!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Ann Sumner

Lovely, clean, comfortable cottage and friendly owners.

Lovely, clean, comfortable cottage and friendly owners. Only downside was that the enclosed garden was across the farms driveway which meant the dogs had to be put on a lead to take there and could not be left outside alone. As we had rather a lot of rain, this was quite inconvenient.Although there is a pub a short walk along the road, it was hardly open and not serving food on some days. We had one nice meal there, but the second meal we had was very poor. There is another pub “The Squirrel” 2 miles away, which means driving, but was much nicer.

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