Linden Lea Cottage

West Lulworth, Dorset

A thatched cottage half a mile from Lulworth Cove with a raised lawn fenced off above it, one dog welcome, and Durdle Door under two miles away.

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Thatch is rare on this list and it is the first thing you notice about Linden Lea, a two bedroom cottage in West Lulworth half a mile from the cove. Wood burner, two bathrooms between four people, logs included through the winter, and one dog welcome.

The garden is the unusual part. Steps lead up from the path behind the cottage to a raised lawn that is fenced off, with views over the hills behind the village. It is a garden you climb to rather than step into, and once you are up there it is a dog's own enclosed ground with a view attached. Half a mile to the cove. Durdle Door sits one and seven tenths out and it scores a nine for us, Worbarrow Bay two and two tenths, Kimmeridge just under five and another nine.

The steps up to the lawn are worth picturing if your dog is old or very short in the leg, because that is the only route to the enclosed part. One dog is the allowance. Logs are included from October to the end of April, and that is the season to take it: Lulworth in winter is a village rather than a car park, and the coast path west towards Durdle Door can be walked at dog pace instead of in single file.

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from £694 for 7 nights

Linden Lea Cottage takes 1 dog and is booked through holidaycottages.co.uk.

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At a Glance

Dogs Welcome: 1 dog
Enclosed Garden: Yes; Steps lead from the path at the back of the cottage up to a raised lawn which has views over the hills and is fenced off from the steep slope above the path
Sleeps: 4 guests
Rooms: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms
Price: from £694 / 7 nights
Grading: 4 star
Arrival: in from 15:00, out by 10:00
Facilities: Open fire, Parking, Wifi

Linden Lea Cottage from £694 for 7 nights

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Linden Lea Cottage dog friendly?
Yes, Linden Lea Cottage welcomes one dog. The cottage has a real selling point for dog owners: a raised, fenced lawn reached by steps from the path behind the cottage, giving your dog a secure outdoor space with views over the hills.
Are dogs allowed at Linden Lea Cottage year round?
Yes, and the winter months are particularly worth considering. Logs are included from October through to the end of April, and Lulworth in the off-season is a quieter, more relaxed place — the coast path towards Durdle Door can be walked at a proper dog pace rather than in single file.
What should I know before visiting Linden Lea Cottage with my dog?
The main thing to be aware of is the steps leading up to the enclosed garden — it's the only route to that fenced area, so if your dog is elderly or short-legged it's worth picturing whether that'll work for them. The cottage allows one dog only, so it's not suitable for multi-dog households.