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Ganders Cottage self-catering
Highway Farm, West Road,
Bridport, Dorset, DT6 6AE


Telephone & Fax 01308 424321


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The cosy well-equipped kitchen


A comfy bed...


Some of our neighbours!


A willow tepees workshop


Eype Down after some snow


We aim to provide a home from home with a warm welcome, so come and
enjoy a stay with us in West Dorset.....

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 Pauline and John  Bale

Ganders Cottage
Self-catering - sleeps 4 + cot

Relax in Ganders, our delightful cosy cottage and although attached to the farmhouse it's completely private and self-contained.  We will give you a nice warm welcome on arrival and then leave you in peace, but we're here if you need any help. 

Ideal for one family, or two couples, or a special retreat for two when you want to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday routine, we offer out of season breaks starting any day from November-March. The ground floor bedroom with ensuite shower room plus parking right outside and only one step inside makes the cottage very suitable for anyone with limited mobility.

We have tried to make the Ganders as homely as possible with all your needs catered for, it is tastefully decorated and equipped to a high standard with an open-plan living and kitchen area and gas central heating, so warm in winter. The large lawned garden is fenced and overlooks the fishing lakes and grounds with lovely vistas and wildlife to view from the kitchen window. It has a summerhouse with comfy sun-loungers, outside games and a patio area with garden furniture and gas BBQ for your use.

Upstairs: Bedroom 1, the goose loft has a very comfortable king bed, colour TV and private bathroom.
Downstairs: Bedroom 2, twin beds and shower room en-suite. TV/video/dvd, music system, dishwasher, electric cooker/microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine & iron/board plus games and books for your holiday enjoyment, and lots of local information and maps to help you make the most of your time in West Dorset.  Free WiFi internet access.

No dogs. No Smoking. Short Breaks available.  Fridays changeovers.

more cottages..............
Traditional stone cottages in the village of Chideock
Chideock Cottage
Sleeps 4 +cot
Greenwich Cottage
Sleeps 2
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and for those wishing to escape for a SHORT BREAK near to the sea;
The Boardwalk at West Bay
Luxury harbourside ground floor apartment, superb location:

How about a romantic Winter B&B Break in Ganders Cottage £40pppn for 2 people sharing min. stay 3 nights,
includes full English breakfast taken either in the farmhouse or brought around to the cottage.

A 25% deposit is required with Booking.
Click here to Download Printable Booking Form

 

Would you like a box of fresh vegetables delivered on the Friday of your arrival?
I use a local company who deliver a mystery box of tasty vegetables and salad on a Friday, whatever’s in season, all freshly picked and yummy. 
Available all year round and the cost is £5- £7 per box. 
Please let me know if you would like a box for your arrival.
www.bothenhillproduce.co.uk
  or ring for info 01308 424271

Ready Rural Meals, healthy, full of flavour & delivered to the cottage door! Don’t want to cook? Try new local company, food and menu deliciously good, can recommend. www.ruralreadymeals.com or 01935 874918 - Free delivery on orders over £25.
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Our local farmshop is Washingpool Farm, just one mile away on the Broadwindsor road www.washingpool.co.uk/contacts.htm  for directions or to place an order.

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Extracts From The Visitor Book:

Our second visit to Ganders Cottage, even better than the first! Wonderful walks, info provided very helpful. Jane & David 07

Another fantastic holiday, Gareth & I loved the dogs. Mum actually relaxed and Dad got to go fishing everyday! Hope to come again soon. Chris 07.

A perfect Christmas getaway! Beautiful location with plenty to see and do. Pauline and John were perfect hosts. Thank-you and we look forward to seeing you again. Eileen, Mike & Kevin 07.

What can we say –what a truly wonderful weekend. Needing a complete break to destress, we struck it lucky by finding Ganders- just what we needed. The cottage is exceptional, hosts very friendly and every detail has been thought of. Weather beautiful, local beaches and pubs lovely. We will be back and have already recommended it to my parents. Thank-you. Rob & Linda 08

Fantastic break, very romantic. Everything here just perfect, most definitely hope to revisit. We are all fossiled out! Mary & Chris 08

Lovely cosy cottage with easy access to 5 beaches. Kids loved it and are already planning a return visit. Thanks.  Nigel & Simone Easter 08

Been here fishing many years, first stay in the beautiful comfortable and homely Ganders.  John & Pauline are great hosts.  Liked it so much will be back to collect our puppy, beautiful 'Blue', son of Peggy the Jack Russell!  Lake family New Year 09
 
I had so much fun.  Verity 09
 
Wonderful cottage with all the home comforts including a puzzycat called Jazzman! Mary 7 Mike 09