Unicorn in Fortuneswell

Unicorn is located within sight and sound of the acclaimed Chesil Beach, ideally situated on the Isle of Portland. A charming traditional style property, with glimpses of the sea which has been tastefully refurbished by the current owners.

Summary
  •   Max. Occupancy 4
  •   Bedrooms 2
  •   Bathrooms 2
  •   Accommodation Type Cottage
Features
  •   WiFi
  •   Cots
  •   Parking
  •   Garden

Admire the views up to the Olympic Rings on the top of Portland perfect for sitting with your morning coffee and contemplating the day. After a full day of exploring what Dorset has to offer, relax in the spacious and yet cosy sitting room in front of it’s electric wood burner. Departing the cottage, stroll through the lanes down to the beach where you can fish, beachcomb or just enjoy the wonderful scenery. Enjoy the spectacular Sunsets from Chesil beach which are not to be missed. After viewing a glorious sunset then why not try Quiddles or The Cove House Inn or, recommended by previous guests and nestled next to the Chesil beach. Just a short walk away from Unicorn are pubs, shops and a supermarket and about a 15-minute walk away is The National Sailing Academy, making Unicorn a perfect base for water sports enthusiasts. To explore the Isle of Portland take the South West Coastal Path which takes you all around the exterior of the island. Visit the Portland Bill Lighthouse, taking in the rugged landscape and old quarries along the way. Weymouth is just a short car journey or bus ride away with it’s long and sandy beach, traditional beach entertainments and a vibrant town centre, you can be assured of an exciting holiday filled with adventures. The county town of Dorchester is only 14 miles away and if stunning coastal scenes are your desire then you have the Portland to West Bay road for incredible views and places to see. Unicorn is perfect for a couples or friends who enjoy walking or sightseeing, or a small family.

On Dorset's spectacular Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site, the village of Fortuneswell can be found on the rugged Isle of Portland, joined to the mainland via Chesil Beach, a pebble spit, which stretches 18 miles towards West Bay. Formerly a quarrying area, Fortuneswell boasts a good variety of shops, pubs and restaurants, along with an intriguing maze of streets that wind their way up a steep hill to offer stunning views of the Jurassic Coast and the rolling hills of Dorset beyond. The surrounding countryside is well known as a birdwatcher’s paradise, plus with great walking and climbing opportunities, an array of watersport activities, wonderful sandy beaches, and Weymouth just 5 miles away, this super holiday destination is not to be missed!

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7-Day Forecast

Make the most of your holiday by considering the weather! The 7-day weather forecast for Fortuneswell is detailed below.

Fri 3rd
Overcast clouds
Overcast clouds
12°C 10°C
20mph
0.0mm
1,011mb
Sat 4th
Sky is clear
Sky is clear
12°C 11°C
12mph
0.0mm
1,011mb
Sun 5th
Moderate rain
Moderate rain
12°C 11°C
17mph
3.6mm
1,007mb
Mon 6th
Light rain
Light rain
13°C 10°C
17mph
8.7mm
1,008mb
Tue 7th
Light rain
Light rain
14°C 9°C
13mph
0.8mm
1,021mb
Wed 8th
Light rain
Light rain
15°C 11°C
8mph
0.2mm
1,029mb
Thu 9th
Few clouds
Few clouds
14°C 10°C
11mph
0.0mm
1,029mb

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