Golden Acre Jurassic Coastal Lodges
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Golden Acre Jurassic Coastal Lodges is a self catering, private bungalow park: Multi award winning Dog Friendliest in Dorset. We are situated on the UNESCO World Heritage Jurassic Coast on the beautiful South West Coastal Path - a must for all walkers with it's spectacular scenery. The village of Eype is situated on the slope of a valley leading to Eype beach (pronounced as in "peep") a short stroll away. This is a very peaceful place, perfect for relaxing coastal get a away. Pets are allowed on our beach "all year around". Our village public house and hotel Smugglers Bar welcome dogs and their owners.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Boating
Canoeing
Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
Taxi service
Foot massage
Wifi
Diving
Hiking
Horseback riding
Snorkelling
Windsurfing
Bowling offsite
Fishing
Patio
Squash offsite
Tennis court offsite
Full body massage
Hand massage
Head massage
Massage
Neck massage
Non-smoking hotel
Outdoor furniture
Sun loungers / beach chairs
Sun terrace
Sun umbrellas
Private check-in / check-out
Clothes dryer
Room features
Allergy-free room
Dining area
Seating area
Sofa
Kitchenette
Flatscreen TV
Electric blanket
Walk-in shower
Wardrobe / wardrobe
Clothes rack
Private bathrooms
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Electric kettle
Kitchenware
Hair dryer
Room types
Non-smoking rooms
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HOTEL STYLE
Mid-range
Family
Languages Spoken
English, Swedish
Location
Mount Lane, Bridport DT6 6AL England
Getting there
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within 5 miles
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Firstly the location of this property could not be faulted. Located 5 minutes down a narrow lane off the A35 - yes it is narrow but this is Dorset! half way to Eype beach this perfectly formed chalet complex is both quiet but accessible to so many great walks and the beach. We stayed in Ammonite no3 which had a partial sea view. The accommodation was accessed by a texted code before we arrived and key lock up box entry so we didn't need to actually 'check in' - bedlinen was provided & we provided our own towels & kitchen linen which was fine. The chalet was clean and had everything we needed. Each chalet has a lovely fully enclosed back garden area to sit and star watch at night or dry our beach towels. Fresh eggs are available in a box outside reception (honesty box payment) and all of the staff that I spoke to several times on the phone and in person during our stay were friendly and helpful.
There is a footpath at the side of the site accessed in-between two of the chalets, which led down to the large and dog friendly (all year) beach one way, this avoids walking on most of the road, and took us 5 minutes. The other way up the footpath leads up to the New Inn pub where we enjoyed some really good meals and their spacious beer garden with great hospitality. There are lovely walks to be had directly from the site, across to West Bay and Seatown on the coastal path We would definitely recommend Golden Acres and I bet it's even more special out of season!
There is a footpath at the side of the site accessed in-between two of the chalets, which led down to the large and dog friendly (all year) beach one way, this avoids walking on most of the road, and took us 5 minutes. The other way up the footpath leads up to the New Inn pub where we enjoyed some really good meals and their spacious beer garden with great hospitality. There are lovely walks to be had directly from the site, across to West Bay and Seatown on the coastal path We would definitely recommend Golden Acres and I bet it's even more special out of season!
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Date of stay: August 2020
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Room Tip:Â Ammonite 3-5 have sea views as will chalets 14-16
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Response from Golden Acre Holiday Bungalows, Guest Services / Front Office at Golden Acre Jurassic Coastal Lodges
Responded 18 Aug 2020
Dear catherineO334OUT, thank you so much for your wonderful review, beautifully put! We are truly delighted that you enjoyed your holiday, we look forward ot welcoming you again soon. Yes the lodges are lovely out of season, we are open at Christmas too! Kindest regards The Golden Acre Team
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We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Golden Acre Bungalows, we stayed in the Marine Suite, which is a 2 bedroom bungalow, just the two of us. The garden area is lovely with seats, trees and flowers, butterflies were always flying around and little birds as well, what refreshing change from London!
This is a great choice any time of the year, I expect it is as lovely in the spring and summer, and very cosy in winter, the heating was very efficient when we needed to use it.
The kitchen area is well stocked with pans, cutlery, glasses, everything we needed. The bed was really comfy, bathroom shower was great, and the surroundings were quiet at night. We parked right outside the bungalow.
We really enjoyed walks along the Jurassic coast and the smell of the sea which I have missed greatly this year, having not been anywhere at all until now.
I recommend this accommodation highly, Margaret and Theresa are extremely welcoming hosts, and very helpful. We will visit again. Thank you for a superb stay!
This is a great choice any time of the year, I expect it is as lovely in the spring and summer, and very cosy in winter, the heating was very efficient when we needed to use it.
The kitchen area is well stocked with pans, cutlery, glasses, everything we needed. The bed was really comfy, bathroom shower was great, and the surroundings were quiet at night. We parked right outside the bungalow.
We really enjoyed walks along the Jurassic coast and the smell of the sea which I have missed greatly this year, having not been anywhere at all until now.
I recommend this accommodation highly, Margaret and Theresa are extremely welcoming hosts, and very helpful. We will visit again. Thank you for a superb stay!
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Date of stay: October 2020
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Room Tip:Â Any bungalow is great and equipped to a very high standard
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Response from Golden Acre Holiday Bungalows, Guest Services / Front Office at Golden Acre Jurassic Coastal Lodges
Responded 8 Mar 2021
Thank you so much for your wonderful review, we are delighted that you enjoyed your stay. We hope to see you again soon!
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This was our 11th visit to Golden Acre and we stayed in the Marine Suite for the third time. Everything is almost perfect each time, only wish there was access to a washing machine on the site. We realise there is a launderette in Bridport but as we usually stay at Golden Acre for 14 days the opportunity to launder our clothes and dry them on the provided washing line would be so helpful. Also, we always bring sheets to cover the furniture (we bring 3 dogs!!) and are rather upset that now we have to pay for our bedlinen to be provided as we have always been happy to supply our own.
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Date of stay: April 2021
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Response from Golden Acre Holiday Bungalows, Guest Services / Front Office at Golden Acre Jurassic Coastal Lodges
Responded 25 Oct 2021
Dear DaisyBexhillonSea Thank you for your lovely review. We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay in the Marine Suite. Linens are included in the price, many years ago guests brought their own however we took omboard feedback from many guests who had had a long journey, it was a relief that we provided it. We look forward to welcoming you all again soon. Kindest regards Theresa for Team GA
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We absolutely loved our stay here. The house was very clean, cosy and had everything we needed. We met the maintenance man when we arrived (by chance, it is self check-in) who was really welcoming and helpful, and very knowledgeable about the area.
The dog biscuits were very much appreciated by our little pooch, and the list of dog friendly attractions, restaurants and pubs were such a helpful touch. The path at the back which led past the lovely little shop on the way to the beach was cute to explore and a handy alternative to the road. Perfect location to reach everywhere around Dorset for day trips.
It really was the most dog friendly place we've stayed at and have recommended to friends and family already - if we come back down to Dorset we would definitely be back here!
The dog biscuits were very much appreciated by our little pooch, and the list of dog friendly attractions, restaurants and pubs were such a helpful touch. The path at the back which led past the lovely little shop on the way to the beach was cute to explore and a handy alternative to the road. Perfect location to reach everywhere around Dorset for day trips.
It really was the most dog friendly place we've stayed at and have recommended to friends and family already - if we come back down to Dorset we would definitely be back here!
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Date of stay: October 2021Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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This was our second stay at Golden Acre, having been here last September, so we knew what to expect, but this was even better than our first visit. We again stayed in one of the "Ammonite" lodges, (No. 18), which was in a slightly quieter area of the park than last time so better for our dog. The lodges are not large but more than sufficient for our needs.
The lodge was clean, tidy and adequately furnished with a well equipped kitchen and a good sized bathroom. The wi-fi was still a bit intermittent but not really a problem.
The biggest plus point for this accomodation is its location, once you have negotiated the rather narrow lane. You are just a few minutes from the all year dog friendly beach and the coastal path with its wonderful walks and scenery. You can walk over the cliff path to West Bay in about 1/2 hour, though it will probably take longer due to stopping to admire the views. The excellent dog friendly village pub is even closer.
The staff were helpful and very friendly, though we could have gone the whole stay without any contact as the contactless check-in and check-out procedures were excellent in these strange times.
We would absolutely recommend this accomodation for anyone looking for a peaceful stay in very pleasant surroundings, especially if you have dogs on board.
We are already looking forward to our next visit in September!
The lodge was clean, tidy and adequately furnished with a well equipped kitchen and a good sized bathroom. The wi-fi was still a bit intermittent but not really a problem.
The biggest plus point for this accomodation is its location, once you have negotiated the rather narrow lane. You are just a few minutes from the all year dog friendly beach and the coastal path with its wonderful walks and scenery. You can walk over the cliff path to West Bay in about 1/2 hour, though it will probably take longer due to stopping to admire the views. The excellent dog friendly village pub is even closer.
The staff were helpful and very friendly, though we could have gone the whole stay without any contact as the contactless check-in and check-out procedures were excellent in these strange times.
We would absolutely recommend this accomodation for anyone looking for a peaceful stay in very pleasant surroundings, especially if you have dogs on board.
We are already looking forward to our next visit in September!
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Date of stay: April 2021
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Room Tip:Â They all look good, though lower numbers are nearer the entrance so slightly more traffic.
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Response from Golden Acre Holiday Bungalows, Guest Services / Front Office at Golden Acre Jurassic Coastal Lodges
Responded 7 Jul 2021
Thank you so much for your wonderful review Billyvillan! We are truly delighted that you enjoyed your stay and we look forward to your return visit in September. Kindest regards from all of us at Team GA
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Friday to Monday short break, everything we needed. Mum and daughter with 2 dogs, very well arranged accommodation. 2 ensuite bedrooms, very dog friendly and a garden area accessed from the side. Parking adjacent ( would have been even better if next door car parked within the lines!). Yes, the lane down is narrow, but only had one scary encounter that needed special manoeuvring...no worse than the other local country lanes. Great location for visiting the Dorset attractions, we loved Hive Beach with the restaurant, West Bay, the local farm shops, the accessible walk at the NT woodland and the beach with the adjacent car park (2 along from Hive Beach, to the left on the map). Plenty we didn't get around to, so looking forward to coming back x
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Date of stay: October 2020Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Golden Acre Holiday Bungalows, Guest Services / Front Office at Golden Acre Jurassic Coastal Lodges
Responded 7 Jul 2021
Thank you for your excellent review alisoncD7957IA, we are truly delighted that you and your family enjoyed your stay. We look forward to welcoming you all again very soon! Kindest regards form all of us at Team GA
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Just back from a lovely holiday here. Great location and our cottage (Jurassic Suite - number 7) was way bigger than we thought it would be and plenty of room for 2 adults, 2 teens and a dog. Generous and thoughtful welcome gifts for humans and canines. The road in and out of Eype is single car width and not for the faint hearted so it was brilliant to be staying in the village and a 5 minute walk from the beach. There is a short cut between villas 11 and 12. The beach is glorious and never gets too crowded even in the height of summer. The Golden Acre owners are lovely but leave you in peace. None of those passive aggressive notices like you get in some places. The cottages are immaculately clean and comfortably furnished - nothing fancy but that’s reflected in the reasonable prices. The kitchen is well appointed with everything you need to cook simple meals. The site is completely dog friendly. Our mutt had an extremely relaxing stay. Would definitely return!
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Date of stay: August 2021Trip type: Travelled with family
Room Tip:Â Parking is easy on site in marked bays. The pub and Spar are both in walking distance and you can...
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These bungalows are basic but lovey, they have everything you need for your stay. The location is stunning, 5 mins walk to the beach and the cliff walks. Lots of great local attractions to visit too. Sub tropical gardens are a must.
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Date of stay: July 2020Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Golden Acre Holiday Bungalows, Guest Services / Front Office at Golden Acre Jurassic Coastal Lodges
Responded 16 Sept 2020
Dear lynnisted Thank you for your lovely review, we are so happy that you made the most of your visit. We look forward to welcoming you again very soon! Kind regards from all the Golden Acre Team
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This was our first holiday with our dog and Golden Acre exceeded all our expectations. The lodge was equipped with everything we needed and spotlessly clean. The gift bag of dog biscuits was a lovely touch (and appreciated by our pup!). Little touches like the stake to put your dog's lead on outside were really thoughtful as meant we could put our pup on the long lead and she was safe out the front. Private garden and gated front door were also appreciated. Short walk to the dog friendly beach across the fields and close to West Bay. The welcome booklet we received in advance was fantastic, loads of suggestions for dog friendly places to go. We ate at the local pub (The New Inn) a couple of times which was really good, and enjoyed breakfast at The Downhouse Farm Cafe (pre-book for both). We would highly recommend and would love to go back.
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Date of stay: June 2021
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Response from Golden Acre Holiday Bungalows, Guest Services / Front Office at Golden Acre Jurassic Coastal Lodges
Responded 6 Aug 2021
Dear michellemills235 thankyou for your outstanding review! We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay and we look forward to welcoming you again soon. On behalf of Team GA
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We couldn't fault this place. The lodge was immaculately clean and well equipped with everything we needed and the added bonus of a great shower !! So safe for our dog. 5 minutes walk along a safe path to the beach (this can be found between lodges 11 and 12) and 5 minutes in the opposite direction to the pub. A great walk over the cliff to West Bay and in fact so many walks on your doorstep we didn't take the car out once in the 10 days we were there. The Spar shop up at Highland's End caravan walk is a 10 minute on a footpath walk up past the church and has all you need. If you are thinking of ordering the hamper for your arrival then do!! My son arranged a hamper for us and it was amazing. Local produce containing bread, eggs, sausages, bacon, cheese, butter, milk, biscuits and so much more. If you are a dog owner then you can rest assured your dog(s) will love it especially the brilliant gates on the front doors. Eype beach was a favourite of Murphy's, we went every evening for a swim. If I have one criticism it is I should have booked for longer, we really didn't want to leave. We will definitely be coming back. Do book directly with the site, they are so helpful and friendly.
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Date of stay: June 2021
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Response from Golden Acre Holiday Bungalows, Guest Services / Front Office at Golden Acre Jurassic Coastal Lodges
Responded 6 Aug 2021
Dear Passport03571828038 thank you so much, ,it was an absolute delight reading your review! We are truly happy that you enjoyed your stay and we look forward to your return visit! On behalf of all the Team GA
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Hi Jane H The C type bungalows have all benefited from updated furnishings, one of them has a lovley new porch and enclosed garden, it is awaiting final updates to become a Garden Suite.
The others are also very comfortable with open plan outside areas. Please email us for further details we can send you interior photos and answer further questions. Kind regards, Theresa
Dear Carol
The full comfort upgrade has now morphed into a Dorset Hamper Upgrade. From 2019 when you book any Suite, Summer Lodge or Ammonite, Luxurious linens and Towels are automatically included in the price.
Our hand selected Delicious Dorset Hamper Upgrades are tailored to you, please advise of any allergies when you order.
Hi Lyndsey, thank you very much for your question. In response to popular demand we have created the new Garden Suite: fully enclosed garden, two luxury en-suite bedrooms, large lounge diner, no additional charges for linens & towel hire, pets go free, no additional charges for utilities either. The perfect place to relax with your friends or family. Please call us if you have any queries or would like to book. We look forward to hearing from you.
"Avoid: New Inn for dinner. Our experience there was not good. Best beach: it’s about 45 minutes away, but Chesil Beach is stunning!"Read full review
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Frequently Asked Questions about Golden Acre Jurassic Coastal Lodges
Which popular attractions are close to Golden Acre Jurassic Coastal Lodges?
Nearby attractions include Golden Cap Estate (2.7 miles), West Bay Harbour (1.1 miles), and Hive Beach (3.2 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Golden Acre Jurassic Coastal Lodges?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free parking, and boating.
Which room amenities are available at Golden Acre Jurassic Coastal Lodges?
Top room amenities include a kitchenette, a flat screen TV, and a refrigerator.
What food & drink options are available at Golden Acre Jurassic Coastal Lodges?
Guests can enjoy free instant coffee during their stay.
Is parking available at Golden Acre Jurassic Coastal Lodges?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Golden Acre Jurassic Coastal Lodges?
Conveniently located restaurants include Crown Inn Uploders, Rachel's - Westbay, and The Green Yard.
Are pets allowed at Golden Acre Jurassic Coastal Lodges?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Golden Acre Jurassic Coastal Lodges?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English and Swedish.
Are there any historical sites close to Golden Acre Jurassic Coastal Lodges?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Bridport Town Hall (1.3 miles), OLD HOLY TRINITY CHURCH, Bothenhampton (1.5 miles), and Chardsmead Baptist Church (1.4 miles).
Is Golden Acre Jurassic Coastal Lodges accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access. For specific enquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.