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Nestling alongside the River Pant amongst unspoiled countryside are two newly-converted, fully-equipped cottages in farm buildings belonging to a 17C Watermill.

The Watermill estate dates back to the 17th century when it was one of two mills in the village of Great Bardfield. The second mill, the windmill, sits on the high ground at the top of a quarter mile drive. For centuries the two mills provided employment and ground the flour for the local farmers.

The timber watermill itself was destroyed in an arson attack in the 1980s. All that remains is the old water wheel and the mill pond, but the 17th century timber-framed mill house and surrounding estate remain to this day situated in a beautiful and isolated spot in the middle of this agricultural area, close to the old mill pond and at the centre of a network of country walks.

Literally open the front door and you are on a public right of way. There are paths to take you in all directions of the compass, either alongside the river, or over fields.

A riverside walk to the nearby village of Great Bardfield, with its shops and pubs, is little more than half a mile and takes you through water meadows rich with wildlife, including the Bardfield Oxslip, a rare strain that grows only locally.

For the more adventurous other paths will take you across the rolling countryside to the other villages. From the high ground on a clear day you can see all the churches of the three parishes of Great Bardfield, Finchingfield and Wethersfield.

And for those keen on angling, the mill pond thrives with freshwater fish, and for guests at the cottages, fishing is complimentary.

Rates : From £180 to £650 per week depending on season.
Sleeps a maximum of 4 people.
Children are welcome.
No smoking. Sorry, no pets.
Off street parking.
4 Star Visit Britain.
Disabled facilities - please enquire for exact details.

4 berth deluxe self catering accommodation giving a contemporary feel with central heating and double glazing, two bedrooms (double and twin), open plan living accommodation with a lounge, dining and kitchen area, shower room with toilet and a patio area. Brimble Lawn and Mowers Mead offer extensive views over Eype to Thorncombe Beacon and across the World Heritage Jurassic coastline.

4 – 8 berth luxury self catering accommodation with double glazing and under floor heating. The ground floor apartment Thorncombe with four bedrooms (2 double and 2 twin and one of the double bedrooms offering a bathroom adapted for disabled visitors). The first floor apartments Ryecombe and Shatcombe, two bedrooms (double and twin) all offer views over Bridport. The apartments have open plan living accommodation, patio areas with tables and chairs. All the bedrooms are en-suite, double bedrooms with baths and twin bedrooms with showers. The garden area is ideal with three patios and the security of the front gate to allow children some space. The adjacent bridle way links to the network of footpaths which can take you to the village of Eype, the port of West Bay and the Jurassic Coastline.

The Park is ideally situated just 500 metres from a lovely unspoiled beach, Highlands End is at clifftop height overlooking the sweeping Lyme Bay. The Heritage Coastline offers wonderful walking in each direction with exceptional views that are truly spectacular, largely over National Trust land and farms.

The leisure facilities at Highlands End offer a wide range of activities to make you feel healthier and more relaxed no matter what the weather they include an indoor heated swimming pool*, sauna and steam room*, gymnasium*, games room, children's play areas, tennis court* and pitch and putt*. (* additional charge). The Park also offers a fully licenced bar with a wide choice of bar food for all the family including a variety of locally sourced ingredients and includes a comprehensive and interesting display of Fire Service Memorabilia. There is a shop for everyday groceries, newspapers and fresh bread with a wide range of local food, drink and gifts and this provides a good service to our guests, our Tourist Information gives comprehensive details of the attractions and places of interest in the local area. (Please note that the Bar and Restaurant, Games Room, Tennis Court, Pitch and Putt and Shop is available from March through to November only).

Dogs are permitted in allocated accommodation at an additional charge with a maximum of two dogs per unit. Cots and highchairs are available for hire. Duvets and pillows are provided and double and single linen packs are available to hire, alterntively you may bring your own. Towels are not provided please ensure you bring your own. Wireless Internet is available at an additional charge and a ticket can be purchased from Reception to use with your WiFi enabled laptop.

The glorious sweep of the West Dorset Jurassic Coastline provides a perfect setting for every kind of seaside adventure. Delightful seaside resorts like Charmouth, Lyme Regis and West Bay let you paddle or plunge into the sea, enjoy fishing trips, sailing regattas, or simply relax on the beach. Please take the opportunity to view the Beach Safety Guide on arrival for details about the beaches in West Dorset. The dramatic heritage coastline offers spectacular views and with many walks and trails to follow, you're sure to find a perfect spot to unwind.

The towns of Bridport (approx 1.5 miles from Highlands End), Beaminster, Dorchester and Sherborne provide a contrast in experiences - bustling shopping areas, hand crafted delightful goods, there truly is something for everyone.

Bridport is a delightful West Dorset town, only 1.5 miles from the sea at West Bay, which was formerly known as Bridport Harbour, or Haven. The town is 15 miles west of the County town of Dorchester and it is surrounded by many beautiful hills, with evidence of history back to Neolithic times.

The main streets of Bridport are among the widest in the west of England and street markets have been held since Queen Elizabeth the First granted a Saturday market, since supplemented by another on Wednesdays and a Farmers market on the 2nd Saturday of every month providing a huge variety of local produce. Bridport has over 1000 "listed" buildings of historic or architectural merit, the Town Hall built in 1786 stands at the junction of East/West and South Streets. East and West Street became in the 13th century, the focus for the rope industry and net-working industry which brought wealth and the long, narrow rope-walks.

At the westerly end of the great shingle curve of Chesil Bank lies West Bay, once known as Bridport Harbour. The views are remarkable - to the west, Golden Cap and to the east the island of Portland.West Bay is within the Town boundary and is a busy harbour "village" with beaches, characteristic kiosks, fishing boats, pubs and restaurants.

Thorncombe - Four bedroom ground floor apartment with four bedrooms (one double, two twin and one double with disabled facilties), Lounge and Kitchen. All the bedrooms are en-suite with a bath in the two double room and shower in the twin rooms.

Ryecombe and Shatcombe - First floor apartments with two bedrooms (one double and one twin) with bath in the double room and shower in the twin room, Kitchen/Lounge with balcony. With televisions in all rooms, WFI available and modern furnishing throughout the apartments offer a unique opportunity for family holidays in West Dorset.

The adjacent bridle way links to the network of footpaths which can take you to the village of Eype, the port of West Bay and the Jurassic Coastline which is a World Heritage Site. The three apartments are ideal for a large family wishing to have a holiday together but retain the benefit and the freedom of separate accommodation. The garden area is ideal with three patios and the security of the front gate to allow children some space. With the environment in mind, the apartments are exceptionally well insulated and take advantage of the use of alternative energy with air heat source units providing under floor heating and solar energy provides hot water for Thorncombe.

Rates : From £300 to £600 per week depending on season.
Maximum of 4 people. Children are welcome.
No smoking. Pets allowed.
5 Star ETC.

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Recently converted to a high standard, Swallow Barn is now a delightful single storey holiday cottage whose guests may benefit from the use of a private indoor heated swimming pool. It is called Swallow Barn because of the many swallows that used to return to nest in the rafters each summer.

The barn has two bedrooms, a double and a twin, a large sitting/dining room and a well equipped kitchen which includes a dishwasher and washing machine. Each bedroom has an en suite bathroom with shower, one of which has been specially equipped for use by disabled guests.

The cottage has oil fired central heating and solar panels to heat the hot water. The sitting room has a cast iron log burning stove and as well as a TV and video there is a DVD player and a Freeview box. There is also a radio and CD player.

Swallow Barn has a fully enclosed south facing terrace with table, chairs and a barbeque. It is set in spacious grounds with plenty of safe playing space for children and access by a rural footpath to the small market town of Halesworth. The cottage is equipped to a high standard and has easy, level access for wheelchair users. The owners’ private indoor heated swimming pool is available to guests by individual arrangement at a small extra charge. The 28ft x 14ft swimming pool is to be found in a purpose built, Scandinavian style timber hall. It comes with a changing room, shower and WC facilities. Both pool and hall are heated by a sophisticated solar powered system, backed up by oil, to a constant 29C . This makes swimming a most enjoyable experience throughout the year. The pool overlooks the garden and the paddock and includes a pleasant sitting area where you can relax after a swim.

There is parking for two cars.

Our weekly rates include all heat and light, bed linen and towels for four and a starter basket of wood for the wood burning stove.

Rates : From £399 to £620 per week depending on season.
Maximum of 4 people. Children are welcome.
No smoking. Sorry, no pets. (No pets or working dogs due to severe allergy which includes guide dogs.)
4 Star ETB.