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Lulworth House

West Lulworth, Dorset
Bed & Breakfast
+44 (0)1929 406192
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Per night
£130 - £170

2 rooms

Rooms sleep 2

Breathtaking views, coastal walks, wildflowers and pretty beaches. Return to a garden with a tropical feel, helpful hosts and sunny rooms

Per night
£130 - £170

Visit the owner's site and book direct with them. No fees or fuss from us.

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The Experience

Down through hills, wild heaths and pine forests to Lulworth. Carole and John’s home is set back from the cove in a peaceful lane; artist and garden designer, their 1980s house is a creative treasure, inside and out.

Both the bedrooms are on the ground floor and one opens to its own terrace. Wake for a generous breakfast served upstairs in the open-plan living space – or outside on balmy days. It’s a half hour drive to the Square and Compass pub in Worth Matravers for fossils, real ale and homemade pasties.

Wander round a garden full of banana trees, ferns, deep borders and a pergola with scrambling abundant grape vines. Walk to the sea in 10 minutes or climb over the cliffs to secret Mupe Cove for an early morning swim. Lulworth Cove has various good places to eat out and you can walk there in a few minutes.

We think you'll love

The many glorious walks from the door
Watching fishermen in the lane mending their lobster pots
The beautiful tropical gardens

You should know

The house is at the top of a bumpy, hilly track
MOD land restricts access to walks and Tyneham midweek at some times of year, so check before setting off

Essentials

EV charger
Swimming pool
Hot tub
Garden
Open fire / woodburner
Breakfast included
Breakfast available
Meals available
Vegetarian meals
Oven
Parking on premises
Free parking nearby
Accessible by public transport
WiFi
Television
Spa
Central heating
Limited mobility
Wheelchair access
Mobile reception
Hob
Bar
Barbecue
Licensed premises
Paid parking nearby
Air conditioning
Relaxation areas
Washing machine
Tennis court
Microwave oven
No smoking
Credit cards
Working farm
Owner has pets
Dishwasher
Pets welcome

Family friendly

Baby monitor
Books and toys
Children welcome
Babies welcome
Stair gates
High chair
Fire guard
Cot available

Nearby

Pub/bar within 3 miles
Restaurant within 3 miles
Shop within 3 miles

Activities

Bikes available
Food courses
Kayaking
Other courses
Sailing
Surfing
Wild swimming

Pricing

Nightly price: from £130

1 Double: From £140
1 Double: From £130

Information

Booking information

Check in: 5pm-7pm in summer, 4pm -7pm in winter
Check out: By 10am
Other details: Children over 16 welcome.
Closed: Rarely.
No smoking: Smoking not permitted anywhere in the property.
Owner has pets: Animals living on the property
Meals: Pubs/restaurants within walking distance.

Reviews

Miranda, Edinburgh Jun 2021

Stayed a week with my husband. Perfect location for exploring the beautiful Dorset coast. A very warm welcome from John & Carole and a comfortable and relaxing time in their lovely house. Characterful and quiet house in peaceful surroundings with a beautiful garden. Carole & John are very friendly and will give any local tips and information that you need. We would be happy to return.

Jo, Solihull Jul 2019

What a fabulous time we enjoyed whilst staying at John and Carole’s delightful B and B. The accommodation was just what we needed, the breakfasts were varied and delicious and the locality was stunning. There was plenty to do and see without taking the car out and the walks along the South West Coastal Path were breathtaking. Both John and Carole were mines of information regarding what to do, where to go and restaurant options. We will certainly return!

Gordon, Cullompton Nov 2018

Exceptional location very quiet away from main road through village. Immaculate house and room.Facilities excellent. Hosts John and Carole are very hospitable. The breakfasts were delicious! Would not hesitate to stay again. Highly recommended.

Kerry, London Sep 2018

Had a wonderful relaxing stay. Friendly, welcoming hosts & extremely knowledgeable about the area. The Garden Room is tastefully decorated & was spotlessly clean, as is the whole property.We appreciated this creative home, with lovely art & a beautiful garden, providing a quiet oasis. Easy to escape the crowds, whilst being within walking distance to lovely restaurants in an evening. Ideal spot to start lots of great walks, inc. the Coastal Path. Lovely choice at breakfast too (not the usual fry ups, which we enjoyed as vegetarians). Lots of touches too, Thanks, we had such a lovely stay

Dale, London Jul 2016

We loved our stay with John and Carole! Lovely rooms, delicious breakfasts, and a very warm welcome await you. Carole's beautiful artwork is the feature throughout the house, with fresh white walls and lovely furnishings to complete the picture. Lulworth Cove is a short walk away, as is the delectable Limestone restaurant. We enjoyed the Garden Suite room which opens onto John's wonderful garden patio and a most relaxing place to sit and relax. We look forward to returning soon!

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Location

The neighbourhood

You can join the South West Coast Path in five minutes from the house. Lulworth is a tourist hot spot, but the secret is to wait till late afternoon, and venture to the cove when the sun is setting, and the crowds have gone, or early mornings when the fisherman return with their crab. Visit the ghost village of Tyneham (10-minute drive) – in December 1943 the occupants were given a few days’ notice to leave, when it was commandeered by the British Army. Take a picnic, walk among the ruins, read about the lives of those who lived here. Durdle Door (with its rock arch and wild seascapes) is a 40-minute walk.

Local points of interest from John & Carole Bickerton

100 metres from the Coast Path in Lulworth Cove so wander from our door along probably the most stunning part of South West Coastal Path and The World Heritage Jurassic Coastline!
Walk east round Lulworth Cove, past the Jurassic Fossil Forrest along to the beautiful secluded Mupe Bay for a quick dip and then on to the lost village of Tyneham.
Hike west over the hills to Oswalds and Man'O'War bays with stunning views of the ancient coastline to then watch the sunset through the iconic Durdle Door.
Take the tour boat or hire Kayaks from the cove round to Durdle Door and see the Jurrasic coast from a different perspective.
Discover The Isle of Purbeck, fireworks at Lulworth Castle, revolutions at Corfe Castle, fossils at Kimmeridge & giant sea monsters at The Etches Collection, relations at Monkey World, guns at the Tank Museum and so much more.
After a hard day Lulworth has good pubs, restaurants, cafés and even the fisherman has a shed selling his lobsters, crabs and fish, all within 5-10 minutes walk!

Introducing

John & Carole Bickerton

John is a garden designer and has worked in publishing; his book Coastal Gardening is on display for guests to look through. Carole is an artist and describes herself as a "contemporary colourist"; her vibrant work is featured throughout their home. They’ve lived in this area for over 20 years so know it well and can advise on where to go and what to do.