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Wissett Cottage is the quintessential, traditional Dorset stone cottage. Steeped in period character such as exposed stonework, ancient timbers and a partly thatched roof, this 300 year old cottage provides a cosy and welcoming 'home away from home' that combines rustic charm with comfortable furnishings and modern day conveniences.
Lying within an 'arrow's flight' of the historic ruins of Corfe Castle, Wissett Cottage is conveniently situated close to all village amenities such as the convenience store, post office, bakery and excellent local pubs. A short, 5 minute stroll will take you to Corfe Castle station from where you can board one of the vintage steam trains operating on the famous Swanage Steam Railway. The village nestles in the heart of the magnificent Isle of Purbeck and lies...Wissett Cottage is the quintessential, traditional Dorset stone cottage. Steeped in period character such as exposed stonework, ancient timbers and a partly thatched roof, this 300 year old cottage provides a cosy and welcoming 'home away from home' that combines rustic charm with comfortable furnishings and modern day conveniences.
Lying within an 'arrow's flight' of the historic ruins of Corfe Castle, Wissett Cottage is conveniently situated close to all village amenities such as the convenience store, post office, bakery and excellent local pubs. A short, 5 minute stroll will take you to Corfe Castle station from where you can board one of the vintage steam trains operating on the famous Swanage Steam Railway. The village nestles in the heart of the magnificent Isle of Purbeck and lies close to many areas of outstanding natural beauty. With nearby coastline forming the eastern end of the renowned World Heritage Site, The Jurassic Coast, the area provides a diverse range of scenery and attractions such as pristine sandy beaches, dramatic cliffs, quaint villages and pleasant seaside resorts which will appeal to all ages and interests.
On the ground floor of Wissett Cottage you will find a bright, spacious living room equipped with woodburner, SMART TV and blu-ray player. With comfortable sofas seating up to 8 people, there is plenty of room to relax after the day's activities and logs for your first fire will be provided during the winter months. Meanwhile the stunning dining room, with its double height ceiling and original (ornamental) inglenook fireplace, boasts a large refectory table seating up to eight people. The kitchen is fully equipped for all of your culinary needs; appliances include electric oven, gas hob, dishwasher, microwave,fridge/freezer and washing machine. Upstairs you will find a modern bathroom (bath with pressurised shower attachment, basin, toilet), separate WC and two homely bedrooms (Bed 1 - king-sized double, tv; Bed 2 - standard double and 3ft single) from which you can glimpse views of the nearby Purbeck Hills. All bed linen is provided and you will find the beds made up, ready for you on arrival. Children are very welcome at Wissett Cottage; a travel cot (please bring your own cot bedding), high chair and stroller buggy (suitable from 6 months) are available for our smaller guests.
The entrance and south-facing aspect of the cottage is framed by attractive neighbouring gardens and is approached by a shared driveway which provides parking for one vehicle. A detached garage provides additional parking as well as lockable storage for bikes, canoes or surfboards. To the rear, there is a pretty, private, walled courtyard with patio furniture for 'al fresco' dining in the summer months.
Please note:
Bookings are usually for a minimum of 7 nights and run from Saturday to Saturday. Last minute, short break bookings are occasionally available - please enquire for further details.
A strict 'No Smoking' policy operates for guests staying at the property and regrettably, due to fire hazard presented by the thatch, barbeques are not permitted.
All bed linen and towels are included as part of your rental.
House Rules
Pets not allowedKid friendlyNo smoking
We ask that you leave the Property and the furnishings, kitchen equipment, crockery, glasses, bedding and linen clean and in good condition.
EV charging is not permitted at the property.
Large electrical items such as e-bikes and scooters may not be charged in the property due to the fire risk that this may pose.
Bedrooms
1 Queen1 Full1 Twin
Bathrooms
1 Half bath1 Full bath
Meet the host
Kate H
Hosting since March 2013
Languages spoken: English
Response Rate: 100%
Response Time: Within a few hours
Interaction with guests:Â We strive hard to make sure Wissett Cottage provides all you need for a comfortable and memorable holiday. We are always contactable to deal with any questions that you might have or to resolve any issues that might arise. However, your holiday time is precious and we prefer you to enjoy your time without disturbance from us during your stay so we don't initiate any contact unless particular circumstances demand it.
Very impressed with everything in cottage.On Main Street but good parking and excellent grounds. Warm and welcoming and fully deserves a top rating
Visited March 2021
Written May 2, 2021. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveler and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Peter D
West Bromwich, United Kingdom1 contribution
Perfect pleasant cottage
Cottage is situated close to the center of Corfe Castle .Ideal base for exploring the surrounding area .This was our second stay at the cottage which is spacious, well equipped and clean .Corfe castle station runs steam and diesel trains to Norden and Swanage .The local pubs are all within walking distance of the cottage they provide lovely meals our preference was the Castle Inn .We shall return in the future
Visited August 2020
Written September 7, 2020. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
DawnM1982
Saffron Walden, United Kingdom170 contributions
Amazing find so close to the Jurassic Coastline!!
What more can I say other than WOW! Wissett Cottage is not only a home away from home, it's an amazing find in a lovely little village.
My husband and I were here during the start of the lockdown but it didn't stop us from being able to enjoying everything around us and the fantastic local area.
There are so many coastal walks that you can go on, Old Harry's Rock, Dancing Ledge and Durdle Door to name a few.
We were unable to enjoy any of the local pubs/restaurants, etc due to them being shut but the cottage is well equipped with a great kitchen so you can prepare and cook your own food easily.
The beds are super comfy and you just sink into them at the end of each night and drift off to sleep so easily.
The large lounge and the welcome DVDs and book corner are a fantastic add on for those who do want a quiet night in with a book or a movie or 2 to watch.
We look forward to coming back to the cottage again later in the year once everything is open again so we can explore more areas and enjoy the great hospitality at Wissett Cottage!
Visited March 2020
Written April 2, 2020. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
ChristineM60
Peterborough, United Kingdom2 contributions
excellent
The cottage is well situated within the purbeck hills and close to all amenities,we had a wonderful stay and the owners were very helpfull will be booking again in the near future .
Visited March 2020
Written March 24, 2020. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Valerie G
11 contributions
Our 4th Stay at Wissett Cottage!
Well, once more we are drawn back to this beautiful cottage situated practically in the centre of Corfe, with just a short walk to all the local shops and great pubs.
You have everything you will ever need here for a lovely relaxing stay. The cottage is extremely spacious but at the same time very cosy. The lovely kitchen is well equipped and the impressive dining room gives you lots of room to play games, we always take a game and a jigsaw to complete, but I think there are other board games etc provided. Kate and Chris the owners seem to think of everything you might need and so everything is right there in the kitchen and throughout the cottage. You are within walking distance of a well stocked local shop /post office for milk, etc. and where you can get cash back too. The bakers is there for bread and lovely pasties. All in all I can’t recommend this place enough. We came a little later in the year this time but that was governed by the fact that I was going to see Will Young in Bournemouth and found the cottage to be free that same week. It gets booked up really quickly so don’t leave it too long to book for next year. I believe there was a free week for the forthcoming school holidays because of a cancellation, but that may well have been taken up already ?
Visited October 2019
Written October 23, 2019. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Discover821714
1 contribution
Perfect holiday cottage
An amazing cottage which is as lovely inside as outside.
Very helpful owners who are quick to answer any questions you may have.
This cottage has everything you could possibly need for a relaxing stay.
The kitchen is extremely well equipped and the beds are so comfortable you need never to fear not getting a good sleep.
The cottage is situated on a main road but traffic dies away by early evening leaving it very quiet for sleeping.
A regular bus service operates from the stop beside the cottage making it very convenient to leave your car and avoid parking charges and finding parking if you are unfamiliar with the area.
All in all this was a great find and we will definitely be booking again for next year to visit more of this beautiful area.
Visited May 2019
Written May 31, 2019. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
YoAndLeighVisit
53 contributions
Home Away From Home
Yet another wonderful stay at Wissett Cottage. This was our 3rd Christmas here. Corfe Castle is the perfect home base to explore the Isle of Purbeck. Wissett Cottage makes returning every evening like coming home. The cottage is spacious and comfortable. It is full of all of the amenities you could want or need. The Christmas decorations and holiday goody basket made for a warm festive visit.
This trip we returned to Tyneham Village which has a poignant story and several nice hikes. We visited Hambeldon Hill with its spectacular views. Stopped at two small but fascinating places, Old Wardour Castle and Fiddleford Manor. Our hike to Kingston form the cottage provided sensational views of the Castle. On this hike we stopped at the Scott Arms in Kingston for a nice lunch. We joined the National Trust for a hike out to Old Harry Rocks to see the Winter Solstice sunrise followed by breakfast on Studland beach. Went to Durdle Door on Boxing Day and spent our last day exploring the grounds of Lulworth Castle. Even with all our activities we found time to spend a few quiet moments in front of the wood burner at the cottage.
Corfe at Christmas with all the lights and decorations is just a wonderful place to be. The Castle is all lit up for Christmas. Wandering around the grounds after dark with the beacons and braziers is a magical experience. There are special holiday events for people of all ages.
We had the opportunity to dine at the Fox Inn which was a first for us as it has been closed and we were not disappointed. We also made it to the Greyhound and Bankes Arms as well as the Half Way Inn. All are very good but the Half Way Inn has become our favorite.
The owners Kate and Chris make the booking process easy and always make you feel welcome.
Visited December 2018
Written December 31, 2018. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Paul A
Guernsey, United Kingdom1 contribution
Fantastic Olde world cottage
We arrived in really foul weather but the cottage lifted our spirits ( No not Gin) It was out of this world, so old but so modern. We wanted for nothing, everything was there including logs for the log burner which was brilliant in the evenings although the cottage was very warm anyway.
The location was ideal being so handy for many of the local attractions and restaurants.
Visited November 2018
Written November 18, 2018. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveler and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Mrs Heather Fra... L
2 contributions
Wonderful
Wissett Cottage is beautiful, comfortable and well equipped. We fell in love with it and the local area. It is a couple of minutes walk from the centre of the village and the castle can be viewed by stepping outside of the driveway. There are low ceilings in some of the rooms but this wasn't a problem for us. The area is also beautiful with many things to do. We hope to be able to return someday.
Visited September 2018
Written September 30, 2018. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Alison M
Leicester, United Kingdom16 contributions
Perfect place to stay
Everything about this cottage is perfect.
The owners have made sure you have a relaxing stay in every way they can, from the detailed arrival instructions to helpful notes and advice inside the house. The cottage itself looks tiny from the road, but is actually huge. It's homely, comfy and well-equipped.
It takes a couple of minutes to walk into the centre of the village. You can make it down to the castle for opening time to avoid the rush, coach tours and school trips. Corfe Castle village is a lovely place to stay, with some nice pubs, a fab bakery amd some cute gift shops and well stocked village store.
A 15-minute drive takes you to the beautiful beaches of Studland Bay, and there are so many amazing attractions within an hours drive, it's impossible to fit it all in during one week.
It's easy to understand why so many people writing on TripAdvisor and in the cottage's visitors book say they've visited before - or will be back again in the future.
Visited June 2018
Written June 23, 2018. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
The Isle of Purbeck is a part of Dorset which roughly encompasses the area east of Lulworth Cove to Shell Bay, at the mouth of Poole harbour, to the small market town of Wareham at the northern reaches of Poole harbour. The beauty of this world-renowned coast line is unsurpassed and vistors who venture a short distance inland will be enthralled by what the Isle of Purbeck has to offer them. Dominated by the majestic Purbeck Hills, its gently rolling landscape has provided shelter and sustenance for mankind over thousands of years. Today, this beautiful area is dotted with quaint villages comprising cottages built from the locally quarried Purbeck limestone, giving them their unique character and charm.
The village of Corfe Castle, named after the ruined fortress which stands proud at its gateway is the largest and most populous of these such settlements. Within its bounds, you will find four traditional English pubs, a superb bakery, a delicatessen/general store and a post office. The Swanage Steam Railway operates from the station within the village and, of course, the castle itself is a fantastic visitor attraction. Walkers and cyclists alike will rejoice in the ready accessibility from the village of numerous routes into the picturesque hills and vales. The traditional sea-side resort of Swanage with its variety of amenities is a short 5 mile ride away. The scope for nature lovers to indulge their interest is endless, whether it be: dolphin watching from the cliffs of Durlston Country Park; watching the migrations of bird life at Poole harbour; surveying the landscape for mammals such as Sika deer or, indeed, reptilian life which is indigenous to the area's heathlands. All in all, the Isle of Purbeck offers something for everyone.
Getting around
The cottage is centrally located within the beautiful Isle of Purbeck. Regular bus services to Swanage, Wareham (connecting with nationwide Network Rail services) and Poole operate through the village, stopping close to our Front door.
As well as this, the heritage Swanage Railway operates a mixture of steam and diesel-hauled services between Swanage, Corfe and (in summer months) Wareham.
Of course, our magnificent scenery is, for many, best enjoyed on foot. A plethora of superb walks within the Purbeck Hills and to the world-renowned 'Jurassic Coast' can be accessed directly from Wissett Cottage. Maps and guides are available for your perusal during your stay.
Access
Car not needed
How to get there
Wissett Cottage is a 17th Century grade II listed stone cottage conveniently situated near the centre of Corfe Castle village. The main approaches to the cottage are on the A351 via Wareham (where there is a mainline railway station) or across the Sandbanks Ferry from Poole or Bournemouth via Swanage. Ferries run three times an hour each way and the crossing takes about 5 mins. Ferry information may be obtained from the Bournemouth Swanage Motor Road & Ferry Co. Both Swanage and Wareham are each 5 miles away. Wareham has links to the national rail network, including a direct service to London. Both Swanage and Wareham can be reached via the number 40 bus, which runs hourly and is linked to the railway timetable. The cottage is close to the bus stops.
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