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Need To Know

✓Semi-detached farmhouse with spacious family-size accommodation for 12 guests
✓Located on a working farm in the Marshwood Vale, West Dorset
✓Lovely views over the Marshwood Vale
✓6 bedrooms total: 3 king-size (5ft) beds and 3 bedrooms with 2 single (3ft) beds each
✓Bedroom 6 on second floor with ensuite featuring cubicle shower and toilet
✓Two first-floor bedrooms with king-size (5ft) beds
✓Three first-floor bedrooms each with 2 single (3ft) beds
✓First-floor bathroom with bath and shower over plus toilet
✓First-floor shower room with cubicle shower and toilet
✓Two separate toilets located on the ground floor
✓Oil central heating throughout the property
✓Two woodburners located in the two living rooms, with logs included
✓Electricity included in the rental
✓WiFi internet access included
✓Electric vehicle charging point on site
✓Ground floor living room with TV, CD player, and woodburner
✓Second living room with TV and woodburner
✓Dining room on ground floor
✓Kitchen equipped with TV, electric cooker, microwave, fridge/freezer, and dishwasher
✓Utility room with electric cooker, washing machine, and tumble dryer
✓Large enclosed lawned garden with patio, garden furniture, and barbecue
✓Private outdoor hot tub with capacity for 5 people
✓Table tennis and table football games available outdoors
✓Bike store available for guest use
✓Private on-site parking provided
✓Property is pet-friendly with allowance for up to 3 pets free of charge
✓Non-smoking property
✓Stairgate provided for child safety
✓7 steps in the garden area
✓Bed linen and towels included in the rental
✓Welcome pack provided on arrival
✓Cot and highchair available for families with young children
✓Check-in time after 15:00 and check-out before 09:00
✓Located 2.5 miles from the Jurassic Coast with nearby coastal places including Lyme Regis, Charmouth, and West Bay
✓Nearby amenities: shops 3 miles away, pub and restaurant 1.5 miles away
✓Nearby attractions include Golden Cap walk, Forde Abbey and Gardens, Broadwindsor Craft Centre, Yeovil Fleet Air Arm Museum, and Haynes Motor Museum
✓Coastal activities nearby: coastal walking, swimming, fossil hunting, boating, fishing, and golf
✓Suitable for families, groups, celebrations, cyclists, and dog-friendly stays
✓Privacy ensured by the enclosed garden and private setting
✓Highly rated with 4.9 out of 5 overall rating and multiple Customers' Choice awards

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Local Insights: Purcombe Farmhouse

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Chideock, Dorset

Weather & Local Conditions

17°C

Clear sky

Updated: 14 Jul 2026, 2:53am

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17.30°C

Temperature

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19 km/h

Wind Speed

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80%

Humidity

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Packing Tip: UK weather can turn quickly, so pack layers whatever the forecast. A waterproof and sturdy shoes mean the whole group can head out whatever July throws at you.

What to Expect Through the Year

✓ May - September: Warmest, longest days - ideal for long days out, gardens and BBQs
✓ October - November: Crisp autumn colour, cosy evenings by the fire, quieter attractions
✓ December - February: Perfect for a snug winter escape - great for Christmas and New Year gatherings
✓ March - April: Spring blooms, longer evenings returning, wildlife becoming active

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Rainy Day Tip: A pet friendly cottage comes into its own on wet days - board games, a long lunch and a film beats a cramped hotel any day. Check the tabs here for nearby pubs and attractions with indoor options.

Dark Skies & Stargazing

Purcombe Farmhouse sits in a location with genuinely dark skies - a real treat for a group, and something you rarely get at home in town.

Bortle Scale Rating

The Bortle scale measures night sky darkness from 1 (darkest) to 9 (brightest urban):

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Class 4 - Rural/suburban transition

This location's dark sky rating

What You Can See From the Cottage

The Milky Way is visible overhead, though light domes may be visible on the horizon towards larger towns.

The Milky Way is visible on clear, moonless nights.

Best Stargazing Conditions

✓ New Moon periods: Darkest skies, best Milky Way visibility
✓ Winter months: Earlier darkness, crisper skies, Orion constellation prominent
✓ After 11pm: Neighbouring lights typically switched off
✓ Allow 20 minutes: Let your eyes adjust to darkness before looking up

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Pro Tip: Download a stargazing app like "Sky Map" or "Star Walk" before arrival. Mobile signal can be limited, and these apps work offline - a fun activity to share of an evening.

Location & Elevation

78m

(256 feet above sea level)

Purcombe Farmhouse sits in a peaceful Dorset setting - space to spread out and the perfect base for a pet friendly escape.

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78m

Elevation

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Chideock

Nearest Village

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Rural

Setting

What the Elevation Means for Your Stay

✓ Fresher air: Expect it a touch cooler than coastal areas - bracing walks and restful sleep
✓ Clearer air: Less pollution and haze, better views and stargazing
✓ Morning mists: Valley fog sometimes forms below, creating magical sunrise views
✓ Walking access: Higher starting point means shorter climbs to hilltops and summits

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Driving Note: The roads to Chideock are typical Dorset lanes - narrow in places with passing spots. If the group is arriving in several cars, share the postcode and a meeting point in advance.

Coordinates

Latitude: 50.7633760° N | Longitude: 2.828804° W

Sunrise & Sunset Times

Today's sun times for Chideock (Tuesday, 14 July 2026):

4:12am

Sunrise

7:22pm

Golden Hour

8:22pm

Sunset

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4:12am

Sunrise

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8:22pm

Sunset

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7:22pm

Golden Hour

Planning Your Days by Season

✓ Summer (Jun-Aug): Sunset around 9:30-10pm - long days for group walks, days out and late alfresco dinners
✓ Autumn (Sep-Nov): Sunset 5-7pm - perfect timing for an after-dinner drink as the stars come out
✓ Winter (Dec-Feb): Sunset around 4pm - cosy early evenings by the fire, ideal for stargazing
✓ Spring (Mar-May): Sunset 6-9pm - watch the evenings grow longer each day

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Golden Hour: For the best light, plan your group photo or evening walk around golden hour (7:22pm). The warm colours make for lovely holiday photos before you head back in for dinner.

July Daylight

This month in Chideock, you have approximately 16.16 hours of daylight. The long summer days mean plenty of time for group adventures before a relaxed evening back at the cottage.

Practical Essentials

Everything the group needs to know before you arrive at Purcombe Farmhouse.

Mobile Phone Signal

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Signal Strength

Good

Mobile signal is generally good in this area across most networks.

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Signal Tip: All major networks should work well here.

Nearest Essentials

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Arrival Tip: Fill up with fuel before you arrive - petrol stations can be sparse in rural Dorset. With a larger group it's worth doing one big supermarket shop on the way, especially if arriving late.

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About Purcombe Farmhouse

Need To Know

More Pet Friendly Cottages You May Like

Weather & Local Conditions

What to Expect Through the Year

Dark Skies & Stargazing

Bortle Scale Rating

What You Can See From the Cottage

Best Stargazing Conditions

Location & Elevation

What the Elevation Means for Your Stay

Coordinates

Sunrise & Sunset Times

Planning Your Days by Season

July Daylight

Practical Essentials

Mobile Phone Signal

Nearest Essentials

Family & Fun

What Guests Love

Getting To Purcombe Farmhouse

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Is Purcombe Farmhouse Right For Your Group

For Families

Groups Will Love...

Pet Friendly

Dining & Cafes

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