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5 Guests
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3 Bedrooms
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1 Bathroom
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Pets Yes
Features
- Off road parking
- Garden / Patio
- Pub/shop < 1 mile
- Washing machine
- Dishwasher
- Seaside
- Broadband / WiFi
Reviews & Ratings
45 Customer Reviews
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"This is the second time we have stayed at Tidal Drift and again we were pleased with our stay."
It is a cosy home and the owners are lovely. It ideally situated, designated parking space and very quiet. The garden is small but gorgeous. We thoroughly enjoyed our week in Wyke Regis. Thank you.
Thank you Dina for your lovely review, it is much appreciated. It is always a pleasure to welcome you back. Thank you so much for leaving the house so perfect and we sincerely hope to see you again soon. Best wishes, Alec and Lesley. Property Owner
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"The property was in good order, nice and clean came up-to expectations."
Handy for Weymouth and Portland Bill close to shops and take aways. It was everything we needed for a pleasant holiday.
Thank you so much Phil for giving us top marks, we really appreciate your feedback. So pleased you had a good time especially as the weather could have been better for your stay. Kind regards Alec and Lesley Property Owner
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"Location location location!"
! Beautiful views 5 mins walk from a wonderful cove perfect for children as its shallow and secluded. Excellent facilities at Tidal Drift fully stocked kitchen for cooking family meals. Comfortable beds. Decent shower. I couldn't fault Tidal Drift we will definitely be back.
So pleased to hear you had a good holiday Emma and enjoyed your stay at Tidal Drift. Lovely to hear you couldn’t fault the property, it means a lot to us to hear our guests are happy with everything the house offers. We would be delighted to welcome you back. Kind regards, Alec and Lesley Property Owner
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"Very pleased with accommodation also we had worried about parking as we came in two cars ."
Good location with selection of restaurants
Many thanks Martin for scoring Tidal drift top marks, we very much appreciate your feedback as Alec and I try our utmost to keep the property to a high standard. We are fortunate that the house has two parking spaces, especially handy during high season. We are spoilt for having a selection of restaurants close to our property. We often walk ourselves to “Billy Winters” a beach cafe a short distance away. It’s great they welcome dogs. Kind regards, Lesley Property Owner
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"Lovely house and location between Weymouth and Portland."
Dog freindly beach right near property and sea view. Enclosed garden for dogs. House was comfortable and had everyhing required for a home from home feel. Whole area was very dog friendly. Had a great relaxing holiday and would highly recommend staying at Tidal Drift.
Many thanks Suzann for taking the time to give us top marks and lovely review. We are so pleased you had a a good holiday as the weather was rather mixed for the duration of your stay. It gives us great pleasure to hear that our guests have enjoyed their holiday. Thank you so much for leaving Tidal Drift so immaculate, we really did appreciate it. Kind regards, Alec and Lesley Property Owner
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"We had a fantastic stay."
The owners were lovely when we arrived . The house is in a fantastic location literally a minute from Portland Harbour bay . Quiet location but only a 30-45 minute walk along the front to Weymouth harbour. The house was clean and well equipped ,everything we needed. Lovely garden area. Dog friendly which was a bonus. Will definitely recommend to friends and family.
Thank you Janet for your lovely feedback and for marking us 100%. It was nice to meet you as well and we are so pleased you had a fantastic stay. Our doggy guests are always welcome and it’s important to us that they enjoy their holiday as well. Kind regards, Alec and Lesley Property Owner
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"Very comfortable unfortunately the duvet was far too heavy for the time of year."
Like a lot of holiday lets the kitchen/chef's knives were blunt and being members of the older generation and not having an internet enabled TV we could have benefitted from a basic instruction guide. We did eventually fathom it out. We thoroughly enjoyed our two weeks at Tidal Drift and would quite happily book it again if we return to Dorset.
We are very happy that you enjoyed your holiday at Tidal Drift Kathleen, we would love to welcome you back. We are sorry you found the tv complicated to use but unfortunately modern smart televisions do not come with a basic instruction guide anymore and rely on users being able to use the “ on board guide” or information via the Internet. All our beds have 10.5 tog duvets which are ideal for Spring and Autumn, or for using all year round. There is a fan in the bedroom for use when we experience very hot spells of weather as you experienced. Kind regards, Alec and Lesley Property Owner
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"We have just returned from a wonderful week at Tidal Drift, the house was very comfortable, a beautiful garden and in an amazing position."
It literally is a minutes walk to the sea, a lovely walk with plenty of benches for those with restricted mobility. Would highly recommend.
Thank you Dina for scoring us top marks. We are so pleased you had a wonderful time. Thank you so much for booking Tidal Drift again in October and we are looking forward to welcoming you and your family back. Kind regards, Alec and Lesley Property Owner
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"Absolutely fantastic holiday cottage, excellent very clean and comfortable, in a great location."
We all had a great time , anyone would love it here , and would happily go there again,
Thank you so much Lynette for taking the time to give us such a brilliant review. We really appreciate the 100% score and it gives us a lot of pleasure to hear that our guests have had a great time. It would be lovely to welcome you back. Kind regards, Alec and Lesley. Property Owner
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"A very quiet location with stunning views situated close to a long beech walk."
Ideal for visiting Weymouth and other parts of the county we would recommend this property to others would return again for another holiday.
Thank you Charles for your kind 100% feedback. We are delighted you found the location of Tidal Drift quiet and ideal for walking and visiting other parts of Dorset. We would love to welcome you back and hope you had a good journey home. Kind regards, Alec and Lesley. Property Owner
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"Absolutely lovely and comfortable property the location was perfect for exploring all that Dorset has to offer l really enjoyed my stay here and would definitely recommend Access was easy via lock box and communication was prompt and effective by management agency."
Thank you Tracy for your 100% feedback. We are so pleased you enjoyed your visit to Dorset with all the beautiful areas so close to Tidal Drift. It was lovely to meet you and we both send you our best wishes for the future. Kind regards, Alec and Lesley Property Owner
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"Very nice property in an excellent position overlooking Portlsnd and the harbour."
We enjoyed our stay very much desite the very windy weather and the property had all the facilities necessary and was very comfortable.
Many thanks Trevor for your great 100% review. We are pleased that you and your wife had a good time despite the windy weather. Thank you for choosing Tidal Drift for your holiday. It was very nice to meet you both and your dog. Kind regards, Alec and Lesley. Property Owner
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"A lovely cottage close to the sea."
Easy access to walks. The dog was exhausted! Tidal Drift was perfect for our long weekend with friends.
Thank you very much Deborah for your brilliant review and 100% score, we really appreciate it. We are so pleased you had a good weekend with your friends and enjoyed all the area has to offer. It was lovely to hear that your dog had a good time as well, it’s always great to hear that our doggy guests have a good time as well. Kind regards, Alec and Lesley. Property Owner
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"Very comfortable and well equipped house in a very convenient location."
Beautiful views from the property and ideal for dog walking. Would highly recommend.
Thank you very much for your kind feedback. We are delighted you had a good holiday at Tidal Drift. Kind regards, Alec and Lesley Property Owner
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"Lovely location, ideal for exploring both Portland and Weymouth."
The house is very comfortable and in a quiet cul-de-sac. Very clean and tidy, a real home from home. Great views from the lounge and bedroom of the sea and port. Would highly recommend.
Many thanks Laura for your 100% score and great feedback. Alec and I are so pleased you enjoyed your holiday and found Tidal Drift a real home from home. Kind regards, Lesley Property Owner
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"Yet another lovely stay at Tidal Drift."
The house is clean, beds are very comfortable and just the perfect location for a family get away. The owners are very friendly and accessible. We love exploring Portland and walking the Rodwell Trail into Weymouth (and back again). We will definitely look at coming back again next year.
Thank you so much Janet for choosing Tidal Drift for the third time and the 100% score. We are delighted you enjoyed your holidays and that you appreciate the position of the house. Looking forward to welcoming you back. Kind regards, Alec and Lesley Property Owner
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"A lovely house very clean and well equipped in a quiet residential area."
Handy for dog walking. Would stay again.
Thank you so much Annette for your lovely feedback and 100% score. Alec and I are so pleased you found Tidal Drift well equipped and handy for dog walking. Hopefully we will have the pleasure of welcoming you back. Kind regards Lesley Property Owner
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"A comfortable property in a great location for exploring the area."
The kitchen is well equipped and we made a few meals whilst staying there. Helpful to have the dishwasher and washing machine. Handy to have the parking space. About half an hour walk to Weymouth along the SWC path. Nice cove close to the property for swimming. Clean and comfortable property.
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"We had a great stay at Tidal Drift - the accommodation had everything we needed for a lovely week as a family."
Set handily on the outskirts of town - a stones throw from the beach, we enjoyed walks daily from our base. Many thanks for a thoroughly enjoyable week.
Thank you so much Gareth for lovely review and 100% score. We are always pleased when our guests enjoy their holiday at Tidal Drift and when they appreciate what the area has to offer. Kind regards, Alec and Lesley. Property Owner
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"Tidal Drift was clean and comfortable, perfectly located for sailing at WPNSA, being on the coastal path made it easy to stay with our dog."
We will return!
Many thanks Clare for your feedback and brilliant 100% score. We are pleased that you found Tidal Drift perfectly located for the Sailing Academy. We consider ourselves very fortunate to have so many different water sports on our doorstep. So pleased to hear you are hoping to return and look forwarding to welcoming back. Kind regards, Alec and Lesley Property Owner
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"Lovely property with sea views from the master bedroom."
The main problem are the noisy stairs & also the same with the adjoining properties. Smallmouth beach isn't safe for a dog off the lead it is very close to the busy Portland Road . Wyke Regis is a very built up area the local traffic is busy. The better beach is at Sandsfoot about 1 mile away. The south west coastal path is closed due to a land slide.
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"Lovely property - well equipped, quiet and cosy."
Lovely garden as well. Super base for exploring all the local area had to offer. And so lovely to be able to watch all the activity on the bay.
Thank you so much for your brilliant feedback, we very much appreciate it. It is lovely for us when we hear that our guests have enjoyed their stay in Tidal Drift and enjoyed their holiday. Kind regards, Alec and Lesley Property Owner
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"Another fabulous stay at Tidal Drift."
The owners go above and beyond with the maintenance of this lovely house. It is extremely clean and very comfortable. Would highly recommend and no doubt we will be booking again in the near future .
We are delighted you enjoyed your holiday at Tidal Drift and that the house offered everything you might need. Looking forward to your next visit. Kind regards and best wishes. Alec and Lesley Property Owner
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"We had a lovely time very comfortable beds clean tidy ."
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"Very happy with the property very clean and very well presented."
Myself and my children loved the fact that at the end of the close you were at the waters edge. Will revisit again.
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"It was presented to a standard we would maintain in our own home."
95% near perfect 2 minor points being cob-webs above the Fridge Freezer and the oven tray had not been cleaned. We had a lovely break and would certainly return to the property. Very nice indeed.
Many thanks for your feedback, we are delighted you had a good holiday. We try our utmost to keep Tidal Drift to the standard we would expect ourselves. Kind regards, Alec and Lesley Property Owner
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"We really enjoyed our stay at Tidal Drift."
The house was exceptional. Very clean, bright and airy and had all you needed. There was a wonderful feel to the property, it was very homely and we felt quite sad to leave it. It was even better than in the pictures. The view of the sea from the double bedroom is better than shown in the information and a great viewing point for the sunrise in the morning. It's a great place to stay and visit other places from and we loved the cycle tracks, great walks and swimming on your doorstep. The only thing we were disappointed with was the lack of recycling? There were no provisions made for that? We would definitely book again 100%
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"Clean comfortable property well placed for a dog or human swim in a tiny bay."
Larger beach at Weymouth if you want the buzz of people. Easy 2 miles walk along tarmaced Rodwell trail into Weymouth. Super comfortable double bed and sofa, great for resting weary bones after lots of walking
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"We had a lovely stay at Tidal Drift."
The property is just what we hoped for, clean, comfortable, stunning views of the sea which is literally a stones throw away. Magnificent sea view from main bedroom to wake up to every morning. Beautiful walks. Both sets of neighbours very friendly. Will definitely be booking again
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"Great location."
Views amazing. Loved swimming every day in the little cove.
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"Beautiful property."
Clean and well maintained.
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"Tidal Drift is an extremely comfortable house in an excellent location, close to the sea."
The property was very clean with extremely comfortable beds. Everything you could possibly need was provided, especially in the kitchen. This is by far the best holiday property we have rented and would highly recommend it others. Many thanks to the owner for the tea/coffee/ milk/biscuits on arrival, very much appreciated.
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"Our stay was lovely."
Beautiful clean house and very comfortable. Just two small points to mention. The kettle needs de-scaling as the water poured from it leaves an unpleasant look to your tea. We used a saucepan during our stay. And the only other small thing is that there is no blind at the bathroom window. Apart from that beautiful well equipped house.
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"Lovely little house with a sea view."
An easy walk into Weymouth one way and to Chesil Beach the other.
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"Great property with wonderful views over Portland Harbour."
The facilities were great and had everything you needed for a comfortable stay. Parking is very convenient and safe. Would definitely recommend
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"Location was superb; close to the bus routes and the beach, with great views over Portland Harbour."
The house is very tastefully decorated and very welcoming. The only minor gripe is that the shower is hard to switch on and off. Apart from that this is the best cottage we have ever stayed in in Weymouth. Thank you very much for a great Easter Break
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"Great place the sea views from the bedroom are amazing."
Only thing which would make it better would be an outside light for the garden. Ideal for stays with pets.
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"Yes there is a leak in the front buffering or it needs cleaning out."
Thank you for your valuable feedback, the owner has now fixed the guttering. We are glad you had an enjoyable holiday and we look forward to welcoming you back to Tidal Drift again soon. Property Owner
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"The cottage is lovely,I would definitely recommend"
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"A beautiful house in a fantastic location."
It was like home from home and so clean and comfortable. Loved having a sea view from the main bedroom window and it was wonderful being so close to a beach. We walked into Weymouth on several occasions as well as along the causeway to Chesil Beach and across to Portland. Would highly recommend this house and will definitely be back again. Thank you so much
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"We really loved Tidal Drift and found it to be a genuine home-from-home!"
We had one or two ideas we wanted to share with you which we hope might make it even better: As a family we are a bit driven by time (even on holiday!) and so wondered if the addition of a kitchen clock might help others of a like mind; The kitchen is extremely well-equipped with excellent pans and knives and we were comfortably able to prepare ourselves any kind of meal that we wanted (not always true of holiday properties!). We did however feel the lack of kitchen tongs, and also (in the city of fish) a fish-slice. We actually bought a fish-slice, and hopefully left it for the house; We thought it might be a lovely addition to provide a guest book for comments. This is a great way for families to extol the virtues of the property to you (of course!) but also to leave advice and experiences for subsequent guests ("don't miss fireworks on a Monday", "the Crab House is gorgeous!", etc.); Finally, we generated (ahem) a fair quantity of bottles over our two weeks and were a bit disappointed that we couldn't recycle them. We understand that you have simplified the often-complex local rules on how to process rubbish, but would it be possible to include a glass recycling box in addition to the black bin?
Thank you so much for your review, we are so delighted that you had such a lovely holiday at Tidal Drift. Guest feedback is always very valuable, and we have noted all your suggestions. Unfortunately Dorset Council process the refuse from Tidal Drift, and do not currently offer recycling with the service they provide for our property. Property Owner
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"We had a wonderful break staying at Tidal Drift."
The house was lovely. Very clean, spacious and well presented. Facilities were good and when we contacted to suggest a couple of items for the house, they were delivered promptly. Location is perfect perfect the quiet cove of Smallmouth, with sandy beach and calm water. Easy drive or lovely coastal walk to Weymouth, and corner shop a short walk. Would definitely recommend. Thank you for having us!
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"A lovely house in a great location."
Would benefit from fans in the rooms as it was very warm at night during our stay.
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"Tidal Drift is in a fantastic location."
On the Rodwell Trail for tranquil dog walks, and very close to the kitesurfing beach for when the wind is up. It was immaculately clean, comfortable and with all amenities (with the exception of a barbecue). Would highly recommend, if you can book it!
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"The house is in a fantastic location and was very modern with very comfortable beds."
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Summary
- Three bedrooms; 1 x king size, 1 x twin, 1 x single
- Shower room with walk in shower, basin and WC
- Groundfloor Cloakroom with basin and WC
- Kitchen/diner
- Sitting room
- Gas central heating
- Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, washing machine, hairdryer, TV, and WiFi
- Fuel and power inc. in rent
- Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
- Two off-road allocated parking spaces
- Enclosed garden with decked area and outdoor furniture
- Two well-behaved dogs welcome, charge of £21 per pet per week
- Sorry, no smoking
- Beach 2 min walk
- Shop 0.2 miles, pub 0.5 miles
The property
A lovely and well-presented holiday home resting just moments from the beautiful stetch of sandy beach known as Smallmouth Bay, on the edge of the mesmerising Portland Harbour and Ferrybridge.
This truly tranquil setting makes Tidal Drift a wonderful base for a family or group of friends looking for a coastal getaway in the resort of Weymouth in the delightful County of Dorset.
Sleeping up to 5 guests, enter the property and gather together in the sitting room where you plan your holiday itinerary or reminisce on the adventures had so far, before flicking on the TV to catch up on your favourite shows.
The kitchen diner is equipped with all you need for a self-catering stay and the designated chef of the party can set to work in preparing delicious home cooked meals to be enjoyed at the dining table, overlooking the enclosed garden.
Throw open the patio doors and let in the seaside breeze, whilst relaxing on the decking with an enthralling novel, providing peace of mind as the sun sets on another day well spent with your loved ones.
The convenience of a cloakroom with a basin and WC completes the ground floor of this accommodation.
When night calls, climb the stairs and choose from one of the three bedrooms, comprised of a a king-size, twin and single rooms, all served by a delightful shower room with walk-in shower.
Portland Bill, a rugged and unique part of the island can be reached within a short car ride and is home to the majestic red and white striped lighthouse which stands at 41 meters tall and plays an important part of ensuring the safety of passing vessels.
Walkers and cyclists can delight in the Portland loop of the South West Coast Path which circles around the island mapping out a trail of dramatic cliffs, rare plants and secluded coves, and there is a wide range of activities to participate in such as rock climbing, abseiling, dingy sailing and kite-surfing.
A leisurely 30 minutes' walk away along the 'Rodwell Trail', an old converted railway line will lead you to Weymouth town centre where you will find many shops, pubs and restaurants, as well as the award winning golden sandy beach which is is backed by the attractive Georgian esplanade, full to the brim with things to do to keep the while family entertained.
Weymouth also hosts a fantastic selection of attractions, including the historic Nothe Fort, fascinating SEA LIFE, and Sandworld.
However you chose to spend your days whilst holidaying on the spectacular Jurassic coast, Tidal Drift is a wonderful base from which to explore all that this beautiful town has to offer.
About the location
WYKE REGIS
Weymouth 2 miles; Dorchester 9 miles.
Wyke Regis is a village on the south western side of Weymouth that sits on the northern edges of Portland Harbour and reaches as far as the back of Chesil beach and The Fleet, just two miles from the centre of Weymouth. There are local shops, cafés and restaurants including the famous Crab House café, with it’s own oyster beds on the doorstep. The National Sailing School, an Olympic legacy, offers a wide variety of water sports and is just two miles away on the edge of Portland Harbour. The Fleet Lagoon that runs between Wyke Regis and Chesil beach is an important area for wildlife and there are many species of birds to be seen in the area, whilst Chesil beach is also a renowned spot for fishing. The Fleet is probably most famous for being the testing ground for Barnes Wallis’s bouncing bomb, immortalised in the film the Dam Busters. Wyke Regis is the perfect location from which to explore many of Dorset’s most iconic locations on the Jurassic Coast.
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Please note: Please contact Sykes Cottages if you wish to make a booking over 2 weeks.
Please note: Bookings must be taken from a Friday and for weekly stays only.
This property offers the following short breaks:
- Christmas