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Bridport, Dorset

Oak Cottage

The exterior of Beech Cottage and the shared garden, Dorset
Beech Cottage, Dorset | © National Trust/Mike Henton
The double bedroom at Oak Cottage, Dorset
An aerial view of St Gabriel’s Cottages and the nearby Golden Cap coast, Dorset

Oak Cottage

For a rural getaway close to the coast try this thatched cottage on the Golden Cap estate.

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The double bedroom at Oak Cottage, Dorset
An aerial view of St Gabriel’s Cottages and the nearby Golden Cap coast, Dorset
The exterior of Beech Cottage and the shared garden, Dorset
A view of St Gabriel’s Cottages, showing the front door of Beech Cottage, Dorset
The gate leading to Oak Cottage, Dorset
The path to Oak Cottage, St Gabriel's Elm Cottage and Ash Cottage, Dorset
The kitchen at Oak Cottage, Dorset
The kitchen at Oak Cottage, Dorset
The open-plan sitting and dining room at Oak Cottage, Dorset
The sitting room at Oak Cottage with sofas, inglenook, television and window seat, Dorset
The dining area at Oak Cottage, Dorset
The twin bedroom at Oak Cottage, Dorset
The shower room at Oak Cottage, Dorset
The en-suite bathroom with shower over bath at Oak Cottage, Dorset
The exterior of Oak Cottage and it's picnic table, Dorset
An aerial view of St Gabriel's Cottages, their shared garden and parking spaces, Dorset
An aerial view of St Gabriel's Cottages and their shared garden, Dorset
An aerial view of the countryside and coast near St Gabriel's Cottages, Dorset
Signpost for coastal footpaths near St Gabriel’s Cottages, Dorset
St Gabriel's Chapel ruins, near St Gabriel's Cottages, Dorset
Looking inland at the fields surrounding St Gabriel’s Cottages, Dorset

© National Trust/Mike Henton

For a rural getaway close to the coast try this thatched cottage on the Golden Cap estate.

At a glance

Guests
4
Bedrooms
2
Number of dogs welcome
2
Reference
003008
Acorn rating

About Oak Cottage

Located on the Golden Cap estate, Oak is one of St Gabriel’s cottages, a row of thatched holiday homes that sit on the site of a former hamlet. Oak Cottage is in a wonderfully secluded spot, the perfect place to get away from it all. 

Scale Golden Cap, the highest point on the south coast, or opt for a less strenuous stroll along the South West Coast Path. You may even spot one of our conservationists who help care for this land. The support from your stay at Oak Cottage ensures we can continue this vital work. 

A little further afield, immerse yourself in Hardy Country. Discover the Dorset countryside that inspired this great writer to produce such enduring literary works. 

Oak is a semi-detatched cottage, joined to St Gabriel's Elm Cottage (sleeps five). Ash Cottage (sleeps three) and Beech Cottage (sleeps five) are also part of the old farmhouse. Groups of up to 17 guests can book to stay in multiple cottages.

Layout

Ground floor: Kitchen. Open-plan sitting and dining room with electric 'woodburner' style fire.

First floor: Double bedroom with en-suite bathroom. Twin bedroom. Shower room.

Outdoor space

Shared lawn area to the front of the cottage with a picnic table. 

Features and facilities

  • Wi-Fi, available
  • Garden, available
  • EV charging, not available
  • Fridge, available
  • Freezer, available
  • Microwave, available
  • Open fire / wood burner, not available
  • Television, available
  • DVD, available
  • Washing machine, available
  • Dishwasher, available
  • Tumble dryer, available
  • BBQ, not available
  • Cot & high chair, available

Location

Accessibility

Daylight arrival advised, careful driving required. Parking behind cottage. Shared lawn. See an independent accessibility review and our accessibility guide below. Accessibility questions? Email holiday.enquiries@nationaltrust.org.uk or call us on 0344 800 2070.

View AccessAble's independent accessibility review of Oak Cottage. 

Read our accessibility guide 

More information

Heating: Gas central heating included. 

Parking: There is a car park located behind the cottage which is shared with Elm, Ash and Beech Cottage and is large enough for approximately 12 cars.

Utilities/Electricals: The washing machine and tumble dryer are a combined washer/dryer.

Offers: Guests will benefit from a late Sunday checkout of 4pm at this cottage.

Television/Signal: A satellite television system ensures good reception and a range of digital channels.

Please note: The mixed surface track to the cottage has steep sections, sharp bends and only a few passing places. It is advisable to arrive in daylight as careful driving is required on approach to this cottage.

Please Note: There is no stairgate at this property.

Book together...

Beech Cottage has a thatched roof and a shared rear garden with lawn and fence, Dorset

Beech Cottage, Dorset 

Part of a thatched farmhouse, Beech Cottage has a double and a triple bedroom, and a bathroom with shower over bath. Sleeps five, dog friendly.

St Gabriel's Elm Cottage, Dorset

St Gabriel's Elm Cottage, Dorset 

This mid-terrace cottage has a double, a twin and a single bedroom, plus a shower room. Sleeps five, dog friendly.

The exterior of Ash Cottage and its picnic table in the shared garden, Dorset

Ash Cottage, Dorset 

Ash Cottage is a semi-detached cottage with a double and a single bedroom, and a bathroom with shower over bath. Sleeps three, dog friendly.

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Things to see and do at Golden Cap...

View from the top of Golden Cap
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Golden Cap 

Stunning coastline overlooking the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site

Bridport, Dorset

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A woman and a man with a baby carrier looking out over the Jurassic Coast from Golden Cap in Dorset, on a bright summer's day
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Family-friendly things to do at Golden Cap 

Visiting Golden Cap is always a big adventure. Discover treasure on the Stonebarrow Smugglers' Trail, take on a big challenge and climb Golden Cap, or try out geocaching on the wider estate.

Golden Cap Estate
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Exploring nature at Golden Cap 

From a woodlands to hilltops and the Jurassic Coast, Golden Cap is full of variety. Discover the best parts of the estate and look out for rare orchids and dragonflies.

View from the top of Golden Cap
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Outdoor activities at Golden Cap 

From bracing walks with breathtaking views to angling and geocaching, there's lots to do around the Golden Cap estate.

The Dorset coastline shot from the summit of Golden Cap, with sea to the right and cliffs to the right. The sun is rising above a grassy mound and heather grows on the clifftop
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Stonebarrow walk on the Golden Cap Estate 

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An easy circular walk featuring rolling hills and ancient hedgerows with views of the dramatic coastline of the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site.

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Walking
DistanceMiles: 1.7 (km: 2.72)

Exploring the area...

View across the lawn to the house at Shute Barton, Devon
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Shute Barton 

14th century Medieval manor house with Tudor additions, set in the East Devon countryside.

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Hive Beach East Side
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Hive Beach 

Spectacular coastline with cliffs and miles of unspoilt beaches on the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site

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Pilsdon Pen 

One of Dorset's prominent landmarks, dominated by an Iron Age hill fort

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View from Lambert's Castle Hill, Dorset.
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Lambert's and Coney's Castle 

Walk in the footsteps of previous generations along these ancient hillforts

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Footpath through woodland at Lewesdon Hill, Dorset
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Lewesdon Hill 

The highest point in Dorset with views between the trees over Devon, Somerset and out to sea

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