Guests say
Harbour View is a well-loved apartment in West Bay, Dorset, praised for its cleanliness, exceptional views, and prime location close to good eateries. Guests appreciate the well-equipped kitchen and the warm welcome pack. While some guests find the beds too soft and the sofa low, recent updates like a new mattress have been well-received. The apartment is noted for being a comfortable 'home from home', despite occasional noise from local traffic.
The apartment consistently receives high praise for its cleanliness, with multiple reviews mentioning it being spotless and well-maintained.
The location is highly regarded for its views and proximity to dining options, though some guests mention noise from local traffic as a downside.
Comfort receives mixed reviews, with some guests finding the beds too soft and the sofa low, but recent improvements like a new mattress have been noted.
Facilities are generally well-received for being well-equipped and maintained, though there are comments about the need for repairs, such as a leaky kitchen tap and a stiff keypad.
Guests frequently mention and appreciate the welcome pack, indicating thoughtfulness. However, it should be noted that such gifts, while common, are not guaranteed.
About this property
Situated along the harbour of West Bay, Dorset, this wonderful apartment has great access to the town’s main features. With pubs, shops and the seaside within walking distance, Harbour View is the perfect holiday apartment for two couples or a family to enjoy. Enter into a stylish open-plan living space where a delightful sitting area accommodates your needs to recline and plan the day ahead of you, with wooden flooring throughout stretching to a fantastic kitchen where you will find great amenities to fulfil all of your culinary needs, and you can enjoy a family meal on the dining table provided, making this a great social space for all guests to enjoy, with the addition of double doors leading out onto a balcony with seating, perfect for morning coffee whilst taking in the salty air. A fantastic double room with storage and homely furniture allows you to snuggle down for the night after using the handy en-suite shower-room to soak the sand from your hair, and there is a second double room with a wardrobe, along with a contemporary bathroom where you can enjoy a relaxing soak and a read before getting cosy for the night. Staying along the coast, visiting West Bay’s beach is a must, and you will simply love spending time walking along the coastline or trying out your favourite watersports. Visit the art gallery at Slanders Yard gallery before heading out to Bridport Museum to find out more about the local area. There is a range of craft and art shops available at your fingertips and if you wish to have a bite to eat then you will find a variety of delicious eateries available. A wonderful apartment in a great location, make a family holiday to remember with a stay at Harbour View.
West Bay, fondly known as “The Gateway To The Dorset Jurassic Coast” and popularised by the TV series Broadchurch, lies close to the glorious sandstone cliffs of Golden Cap, at the western end of the dramatic pebbly Chesil Beach. This is a wonderful seaside location, perfect for family holidays, offering scenic walks along the South West Coastal Path, as well as ample opportunities to try your hand at sea fishing, golf, fossil hunting, boating. Visits the homes on Thomas Hardy and TE Lawrence, The Tank Museum at Bovington or the Naval Air Museum at Yeovil. Only 1.5 miles away is the vibrant market town of Bridport, featured in the TV series, River Cottage. The area holds plenty of attractions to suit the whole family! Just a short drive takes you to the picturesque seaside resort of Lyme Regis, the lovely sub-tropical gardens and swannery at Abbotsbury, or the golden sands of Weymouth. This wonderful location makes an ideal base for a great family holiday.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite shower-room with cubicle, basin and WC, 1 x double.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Open-plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area
Underfloor heating.
Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, hairdryer, 2 x fans.
TV, DVD player, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Allocated parking for 1 car.
Enclosed balcony with furniture.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 0.1 miles, pub 0.1 miles.
Note: Parking is allocated, with some guest parking, subject to availability.
Note: Tinted glass to allow privacy.
Please note: External works to be completed on all the apartments on the
Boardwalk in West Bay.
The work is due to commence on 23/9/24 and will consist of render repairs, re rendering in parts and redecoration, this will require scaffolding and workmen on site, please bear this in mind when booking.
Nearby points of interest
- Lyme Regis Museum
- The Dinosaur Museum
- Beer Beach
Reviews (16)
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John
Harbour view is a well appointed flat comfortable and well equipped Lovely view and close to good eating places A small criticism kitchen tap leaks constantly and the sofa is not comfortable otherwise we loved our stay and will come again
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David
We will stay again
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Sally
The view is wonderful. Thank you for the excellent welcome pack. A note for the owners - the number "1" on the keypad on the car park door, is very stiff and difficult to press. We had to prop the door open when packing our luggage in the car, so we didn't get shut out.