Hazelnut Cottage Castle View

Set in a tranquil position in the Purbeck Hills, this welcoming cottage offers stunning rural views and provides a delightful holiday base for a family or a couple looking for a charming getaway in glorious surroundings. Retaining original features including exposed stonework, this lovely property is perfect for exploring the Jurassic Coast and the beautiful Dorset countryside.

On entering this bright, inviting and tastefully decorated property, you will find the cosy and relaxing lounge which features plenty of comfortable seating, an open fire in a stone fireplace and a choice of books and games to keep you entertained. Exploring further, there’s a lovely light dining room with a feature fireplace and a piano.

The stylishly designed kitchen is perfect for cooking your favourite meals and includes a charming breakfast area overlooking the garden. Two bedrooms can be found upstairs: a double and a bunk room perfect for children.

Stepping outside, there’s a lovely sheltered, south-facing back garden which is accessed via a common path. It features a lawn with garden furniture and is enclosed by a dry-stone wall.

With views of Corfe Castle (4.5 miles) in the distance, this is a fantastic base for exploring the Purbeck Hills. You can enjoy a meal in the pretty village of Langton Matravers (0.5 miles) or head to the popular seaside town of Swanage (3 miles), famous for its Victorian promenade and sandy beach.

Other local attractions include The Blue Pool (7 miles), Dorset Adventure Park (4.5 miles), Lulworth Castle (13.5 miles) and Smedmore House (6.5 miles). Highlights along the Jurassic Coast include Dancing Ledge (2 miles), Kimmeridge Bay (10 miles) and Worbarrow Beach (11 miles).

Heading inland, nature lovers and walkers can discover Hartland Moor Natural Nature Reserve (7 miles), RSPB Stoborough Heath (7.5 miles) and Studland and Godlingston Heath (6 miles).