Sunset View
ID: S794002
- Bedrooms 2
- ・ Sleeps 4
- ・ Pets No
Guests say
Sunset View in Portland offers stunning views and a comfortable stay with well-appointed interiors, luxury touches, and excellent positioning for local attractions. While the apartment's cleanliness and external maintenance received mixed feedback, the internal comfort and amenities generally met guests' expectations.
Reviews indicate a disparity in cleanliness experiences, with some guests finding the apartment very clean, while others reported it as filthy with dirty communal areas. The inconsistency leads to a below-average score.
The location is praised for its stunning views and proximity to local attractions like the marina and watersports centre. However, noise from nearby transportation and a heliport slightly detracts from the experience.
Guests have found the beds comfortable and the apartment well-furnished, contributing to a pleasant stay. Some minor issues like TV placement and parking limitations are noted.
Facilities like the pool add value, but maintenance issues with the building's exterior and apartment fixtures like baking trays and can openers affect the score. The apartment's amenities are satisfactory but require attention.
There is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness from the hosts, therefore this category cannot be scored.
About this property
Sunset View, a splendid fifth-floor apartment is situated on the fringes of Castletown in Portland, Dorset. Boasting direct sea views and overlooking Portland Castle which situated on the edge of the water, this fantastic position is close to a wide range of services, the beach, and the marina. As well as a contemporary interior, a private balcony and reserved parking, Sunset View makes for the perfect home base for a seaside getaway. Prepare meals in the well-equipped kitchen, dine in as a four-person party, and unwind on the stylish sofa while looking out at the coastal vistas; alternatively, take advantage of the private balcony to fully appreciate your surroundings, enjoy alfresco dining, unwinding for the evening with a cold glass of wine in your hand whilst admiring the amazing sunsets. When sleep calls, choose between two double bedrooms, both with direct access to the balcony, with the master enjoying its own en-suite shower room, ideal for winding down at the end of a long day. Completing the property is a sleek family bathroom, where you can soak your tired legs with a soak in the tub or enjoy a revitalising shower. Get up early to explore the marina, stock up on the essentials, or have breakfast at the well-known eatery The Kitchen at Portland Marina. Visit the D-Day Museum which is a popular attraction in Castletown, just a 5 minute walk away or continue walking to enjoy the 18-mile stretch of Chesil Beach, which is also a haven for water sports and wildlife viewing. The Cove House Inn on Chesil Beach is a 15 minute walk away where you can sit outside and revel in the spectacular views whilst enjoying an evening meal. If you'd rather spend the day having fun, head to Weymouth and its shoreline of attractions, which include the Weymouth Museum, Alexandra Gardens amusement park, Nothe Fort, RSPB Radipole Lake, and SEA LIFE Centre Weymouth. The county seat of Dorchester, which is also home to other attractions, can be reached by travelling via the Dorset AONB. Here, you can brush up on your local knowledge at the Dorset Museum or explore the Kingston Maurward Animal Park and Gardens before coming home for sundowners. Enjoy all of this and more with a stay at Sunset View.
Situated on Dorset's spectacular Jurassic Coast, now a World Heritage Site, the village of Fortuneswell can be found on the rugged Isle of Portland peninsula, joined to the mainland via Chesil Beach, a pebble spit, which stretches 18 miles towards West Bay. Formerly a quarrying area, Fortuneswell boasts a good variety of shops, pubs and restaurants, along with an intriguing maze of streets that wind their way up a steep hill to offer stunning views of the Jurassic Coast and the rolling hills of Dorset beyond. The surrounding countryside is well known as a birdwatcher’s paradise, plus with great walking and climbing opportunities, an array of watersport activities, wonderful sandy beaches, and Weymouth just 5 miles away, this super holiday destination is not to be missed!
Accommodation
Fifth-floor apartment.
Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x double with en-suite walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail, and WC.
Balcony, accessed via both bedrooms.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, heated towel rail, and WC.
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with balcony
Central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher.
TV, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Designated parking for 1 car in a car parking area.
Private balcony with furniture.
Travel cot chair and highchair available.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop and pub 0.3 miles, beach 0.7 miles, Portland Marina 0.25 miles.
Note: Check-in from 4pm, check-out by 10am.
Note: Access via lift to the fifth floor - stairs are also available.
Note: Leisure facilities are open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 9am-4pm and Wednesday 11am-4pm
Nearby points of interest
- Durdle Door
- Lulworth Cove
- The Dinosaur Museum
- The Tank Museum
- Monkey World
Reviews (10)
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Christine
We spent alot of time watching the activities around the marina and heliport, and awesome displays of kite, wind and wing boarding at the nearby watersports centre. Unusually there was no contact with the owners, however we must say that the apartment itself is very clean, comfortable and welcoming, which certainly helped us achieve a relaxing break re-charging our batteries
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Alison
Extremely comfortable, great location and amazing views
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Priti
The apartment also had a sweaty odour. The communal areas were also filthy and smelly. The second issue was that the ensuite toilet did not flush properly. The third issue was that I was being bitten in the night (and at no other time so it was something in the bed). I wasted more than half of my holiday waiting for cleaners, maintenance and pest people and none of the issues were fully resolved. The Sykes call handlers had zero empathy or willingness to help. When you spend £1000, you expect better than this. In fact, I considered moving after the first day and saw much nicer properties on Airbnb for the same money. My holiday has been ruined and I would like compensation.