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Recently rated as among the '20 most beautiful villages in the UK and Ireland' by Condé Nast Traveler it’s easy to see why Powerstock is worthy of such an accolade with its quintessential Dorset stone and thatch cottages dotted along sleepy lanes surrounding the historic church and welcoming Three Horses pub.  

Using your holiday cottage as a base, spend contented days exploring the stunning surrounding countryside on foot, taking in the iron age hill fort at Eggardon Hill and the Norman ruins of Powerstock Castle before looping back through the nearby hamlet of Nettlecombe where you’ll find another excellent pub, The Marquis of Lorne known for its excellent food.  Powerstock Common Nature Reserve is also on your doorstep. Managed by Dorset Wildlife Trust, this unsung gem makes for a rewarding visit throughout year, from the carpet of bluebells and daffodils in spring to the wealth of rare birds, wildlife and insects that visit in the summer, and is the perfect spot for a quiet stroll or sunny picnic. 

And being just five miles from Bridport, our holiday cottages in Powerstock are well placed to explore this attractive coastal town known for its array of independent shops and galleries, art deco cinema, markets and restaurants. Bridport’s picturesque harbour at West Bay opens up Dorset’s famous Jurassic Coast with its towering cliffs, stunning scenery and endless beaches teeming with fossils. Here you can try a new water sport, take a walk with an experienced fossil hunting guide, blow away the cobwebs on the South West Coast Path or simply spend a lazy day on the beach. Lyme Regis and Charmouth, Abbotsbury and Dorchester are also all within easy reach for more fossil hunting, theatre, museums, restaurants, gardens, fishing trips and so much more.

A holiday in Powerstock gives the best of both worlds; a sleepy village setting with excellent pubs and scenic walks plus all that Bridport and the Jurassic Coast has to offer just a few miles down the road.

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Surrounded by some of the area's most beautiful countryside this quintessential sleepy Dorset village is a real gem with two excellent pubs, fabulous walking and the Jurassic Coast just a short hop away. 

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Recently rated as among the '20 most beautiful villages in the UK and Ireland' by Condé Nast Traveler it’s easy to see why Powerstock is worthy of such an accolade with its quintessential Dorset stone and thatch cottages dotted along sleepy lanes surrounding the historic church and welcoming Three Horses pub.  

Using your holiday cottage as a base, spend contented days exploring the stunning surrounding countryside on foot, taking in the iron age hill fort at Eggardon Hill and the Norman ruins of Powerstock Castle before looping back through the nearby hamlet of Nettlecombe where you’ll find another excellent pub, The Marquis of Lorne known for its excellent food.  Powerstock Common Nature Reserve is also on your doorstep. Managed by Dorset Wildlife Trust, this unsung gem makes for a rewarding visit throughout year, from the carpet of bluebells and daffodils in spring to the wealth of rare birds, wildlife and insects that visit in the summer, and is the perfect spot for a quiet stroll or sunny picnic. 

And being just five miles from Bridport, our holiday cottages in Powerstock are well placed to explore this attractive coastal town known for its array of independent shops and galleries, art deco cinema, markets and restaurants. Bridport’s picturesque harbour at West Bay opens up Dorset’s famous Jurassic Coast with its towering cliffs, stunning scenery and endless beaches teeming with fossils. Here you can try a new water sport, take a walk with an experienced fossil hunting guide, blow away the cobwebs on the South West Coast Path or simply spend a lazy day on the beach. Lyme Regis and Charmouth, Abbotsbury and Dorchester are also all within easy reach for more fossil hunting, theatre, museums, restaurants, gardens, fishing trips and so much more.

A holiday in Powerstock gives the best of both worlds; a sleepy village setting with excellent pubs and scenic walks plus all that Bridport and the Jurassic Coast has to offer just a few miles down the road.


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Mangerton Mill
(2 miles)

A 17th century water mill, artist’s studios, craft centre, tea room and museum set in a peaceful valley on the river Manger with beautiful riverside walks nearby.  ‘Maria’s Pantry’ serves breakfast, light lunches, cream teas and homemade cakes in beautiful surroundings overlooking the mill pond.

Mangerton Mill, Mangerton Lane, Bridport DT6 3SG (T: 01308 485224)

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Lovely quaint place for lunch or afternoon tea. Need to order afternoon tea 24 hours beforehand. Old water mill with a few studios to visit

May 2021


Very pretty, did riverside walk as weather was beautiful. Highly recommend

October 2021


Really lovely place to visit. Excellent cream tea!

August 2023


Beautiful location and setting for a walk around the grounds. Cakes expectional.

September 2023


Eggardon Hill
(2 miles)

Looked after by the National Trust, Eggardon Hill is a great place for walking, flying kites or simply taking in the extensive views of the surrounding countryside and the English Channel in the distance. The hill fort itself is about 2,500 years old, but originally there were two Bronze Age burial mounds on the summit. It's also an old smuggling spot - in the 18th century, Isaac Gulliver took advantage of the hill's commanding position and created a small plantation of trees to act as a landmark for his ships and help guide them to the coast.

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Fascinating place when you consider that people lived here 2-3000 years ago. It's a good walk from Powerstock or surrounding villages.

September 2019


Wow, what a view! You can walk or drive to it from Powerstock. Definitely worth a visit on a clear sunny day.

December 2019


An exhilarating walk and a fantastic view whatever the weather

August 2021


This ancient hill fort is well worth visiting on a clear day. There is parking space near the top to save walking all the way up and the views down to the coast are breathtakingly beautiful.

October 2021


A brilliant walk from Bridge Cottage. A must if you enjoying walking and good views (if the weather is kind to you!)

November 2021


Great walk, and fantastic views

April 2022


A truly beautiful place to walk.

May 2022


Beautiful place to visit with stunning views

August 2023


Mapperton House & Gardens
(3 miles)

Home to the Earl and Countess of Sandwich, Mapperton is a glorious sandstone manor house and romantic garden surrounded by unspoilt Dorset countryside. Check the website below for visiting times which do vary and look out for seasonal events such as  Easter garden trails for children and outdoor theatre.  The light and airy Sawmill Café serves light meals, coffees and cakes;  unfortunately no dogs are allowed in the house or gardens.

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Spent a most pleasant couple of hours walking the grounds. Be prepared to traverse steps [up & down] but worth it especially if you like topiary which I am not a great advocate of but I found the topiary at Mapperton most interesting.

June 2018


Beautiful gardens and very informative and detailed tour of the house.

August 2019


We came here on an overcast day and spent over 3.5 hours just walking about these fabulous gardens. We took our own picnic with us but there is a cafe which was very busy at lunchtime with seating both inside and out in a large patio area. Really appreciated being able to take our dog in with us - we wouldn't have been able to visit otherwise. Thoroughly recommended. Wish I had had time to book it before we came on holiday as we could have used our Tesco Vouchers. Probably worth booking online in advance too.

July 2021


The Kingscombe Centre
(3 miles)

Run by Dorset Wildlife Trust and set in some of the county’s most beautiful countryside, The Kingscombe Centre is a place to relax and be inspired.  Running a huge range of courses and workshops for all ages this is the place to learn a new skill or develop existing ones.  Courses include watercolour painting, gardening and astronomy to name but a few.

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Donkey Walking Adventures
(5 miles)

If you didn't bring your dog on holiday with you, you can walk a donkey instead! For an unforgettable holiday experience, spend the morning or afternoon with a friendly donkey, getting a hands-on, up-close and personal experience. After choosing your donkey, giving him a brush and learning some safety and handling tips, you'll set off along the pretty lanes and byways surrounding historic Beaminster. Bring a picnic or stop off at a pub for lunch while your donkey waits outside!

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This is an absolute gem! Quite unique. Chris is a great host and the two children in our party loved it. He was really helpful in accommodating us at short notice and when we had to cancel the first booking because of weather.

August 2020

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