Jurassic Horizon Number 6 Manor Farm The Street Charmouth, Bridport, DT6 6QL

Set in a charming, gated holiday complex with access to the neighbouring holiday park, this home sleeps five guests in two bedroomsSituated right in the heart of the pretty seaside village, Charmouth, and close to the beach and amenities, this is the ideal location for families to base themselves on their Dorset holidayThe house itself has everything you could need for your self catering stay from a well equipped kitchen and separate utility room to a spacious lounge/dinerSettle down on one of the comfortable sofas and watch a film after a busy day exploring the Jurassic Coast.

All guests can fit around the dining table to enjoy an evening meal togetherUpstairs are the two neutrally toned bedrooms, one of which is a triple room with three single beds, ideal for childrenThrough patio doors from the lounge is an enclosed private patio areaGuests here have access to the neighbouring holiday park, which has a cafe, children s play area, gym, sauna, steam room and an outdoor heated swimming pool.

Charmouth has pubs, shops and a magnificent beach, all within walking distanceThe beach is backed by striking cliffs, and the stretches of coast that lead from here are beautifully unspoiltLyme Regis (4.5 miles) has a traditional promenade with striped deckchairs and little cafes for you to pick up an ice cream on a summer s dayChildren will love a trip to Crealy Theme Park (30 miles) with its many rides, attractions, zoo and live shows.

Keen walkers will find spectacular routes along the Jurassic coastline and a trip to the National Trust s Golden Cap (4 miles) is a must for fantastic views out to sea.