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It's a 15 minute stroll
to the nearest beach… and pub.

It's a 15 minute stroll
to the nearest beach…
and pub.

Osmington Village

Osmington and the local West Dorset area is a very special part of the world. Osmington is a very special village, with picture perfect thatched cottages, and the cottage is set down a quiet country lane. John Constable spent his honeymoon in the village. The surrounding area boasts lots to do, come rain or shine, there’s something for everyone. The end of the lane turns into a bridleway and following provides breathtaking country and coastal views, over the famous white horse and across to neighbouring villages. It has a popular dairy with farm shop and cafe, boasting an impressive variety of ice creams, cream teas etc the ideal pause before continuing a walk to the coast or the ever popular Smuggler's Inn pub. The Jurassic Coast is down the road from the cottage, there are cliftop pubs, beaches, seaside attractions, forts, castles, museums and farm shops to keep even the most action packed busy for your stay.

Osmington Village

The surrounding area boasts lots to do, come rain or shine, there’s something for everyone. The end of the lane turns into a bridleway and following provides breathtaking country and coastal views, over the famous white horse and across to neighbouring villages. It has a popular dairy with farm shop and cafe, boasting an impressive variety of ice creams, cream teas etc the ideal pause before continuing a walk to the coast or the ever popular Smuggler's Inn pub. The Jurassic Coast is down the road from the cottage, there are cliftop pubs, beaches, seaside attractions, forts, castles, museums and farm shops to keep even the most action packed busy for your stay.

Walking distance from the cottage

Walking distance
from the cottage

To the Beach…

There are several nearby walkable beaches - the closest a 15 min walk, generally very quiet as only accesible by foot

The Smugglers Inn Pub

A half-hour walk will take you to a clifftop pub which has excellent service and boasts a charm like no other coastal pub.

The White Horse

An iconic landmark nestled on the hillside above the village. It was carved in 1883 depicting King George III riding his horse.

Sutton Poyntz Village

Walk to over to the next village of Sutton Poyntz, all with breathtaking views and clean crisp fresh air and village pub The Springhead.

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Time to explore…

The Jurassic Coast

Post Office Cottage is the perfect base to experience the wonders of the Jurassic Coast. Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove are two stunning sites a short (20 minute) car journey away. There is an open top bus which passes through the village, from the top of the road, which will take you to both destinations and on the Swanage. It’s a really fun day out to go by bus. Slightly further in the opposite direction are the famous Chesil Beach, Charmouth and Lyme Regis great places to explore, go fossil hunting and rock pooling.

Beaches

There are more local beaches to explore than days of your holiday, each is beautiful and unique in its own way, with options of golden sand, shingle and big rock to choose from. Many are walkable from the front door of the cottage, with the closest a brisk 20 minute walk away. Further along the coast the beach below the brilliant Smugglers Inn pub provides the perfect place for a beach and a pub with a stunning walk for an afternoon activity. Slightly further afield the award winning Weymouth beach and Ringstead Bay are a hike away but offer breathtaking views. Burton Bradstock, Hive Beach, West Bay and Lyme Regis beaches are 30-50 minute drives away. This is just a snapshot of the options for seaside fun in the local area.

Local delights nearby

Durdle Door

An iconic landmark, the Durdle Door is a natural limestone arch on the Jurassic Coast near Lulworth.

SW Coast Path

The multi award-winning South West Coast Path offers 630 miles of stunning coastal walking.

Some more local delights
to visit nearby

Weymouth Harbour

A charming seaside town with a stunning harbour, offering boat trips, old castles and award winning golden sand beach.

Drive the coast road

The Jurassic Coast Road Scenic Drive is one of Britain's most beautiful scenic routes. from Weymouth to Bridport.

Gardens, Forts and Castles and Stately Homes

Moreton Walled Garden

Beautiful manicured gardens, with a stream, kitchen garden and kids playground, complete with animal enclosures.

Kingston Maurward

Grand stately home with expansive gardens, an inside and outside play area for children and a large area of animal enlosures.

Athelhampton House

A Historic Houses treat with exquisite gardens dating back to Tudor times. The cafe has outdoor seating in front of the house, providing an idyllic backdrop for a cream tea.

Lulworth Castle

Stunning castle, boasting excellent views from the top of the tower, complete with childrens adventure playground and peacocks.

Nothe Fort

This iconic fort had a role in both World Wars, nestled in Weymouth. You can walk the ramparts and explore the underground tunnels, providing a great activity in sunny or rainy weather.

Kingston Lacy

The closest National Trust property is a stunning house with large grounds. It provides the best spot to see the bluebells in the Spring.

Moreton Walled Garden

Beautiful manicured gardens, with a stream, kitchen garden and kids playground, complete with animal enclosures.

Kingston Maurward

Grand stately home with expansive gardens, an inside and outside play area for children and a large area of animal enlosures.

Athelhampton House

A Historic Houses treat with exquisite gardens dating back to Tudor times. The cafe has outdoor seating in front of the house, providing an idyllic backdrop for a cream tea.

Lulworth Castle

Stunning castle, boasting excellent views from the top of the tower, complete with childrens adventure playground and peacocks.

Nothe Fort

This iconic fort had a role in both World Wars, nestled in Weymouth. You can walk the ramparts and explore the underground tunnels, providing a great activity in sunny or rainy weather.

Kingston Lacy

The closest National Trust property is a stunning house with large grounds. It provides the best spot to see the bluebells in the Spring.

The Local Area

It's a 15 minute stroll
to the nearest beach… and pub.

It's a 15 minute stroll
to the nearest beach…
and pub.

Osmington Village