THE GIFT HOUSE
A historic Seaman’s Chaplaincy
The Gift House Portland was a Seaman’s Chaplaincy, 3 storey late Georgian stone house, now available as holiday house. The house is facing the sea and beach.
4 spacious bedrooms are facing the sea
Perfect for sunset watch
Located in middle of island village
5 mins walk to beach, pubs, shops, foods & coffee
WHY The Gift House?
We agreed there are plenty more better looking stone house, however for the sunset views you get inside the house – can’t beat that!
PICTURES OF GROUND FLOOR
PICTURES OF 1ST FLOOR
PICTURES OF 2ND FLOOR
Super King Bedroom with sea view
BABY EQUIPMENTS
Baby Cot and High Chair
Request baby cot if needed
Sleeping Arrangements
Bedroom 1 : 1 x Super King bed (request baby cot if needed) / 1st floor
Bedroom 2 : 2 x Single beds (extra single folding bed for person no.9) / 1st floor
Bedroom 3 : 1 x Super King bed / 2nd floor
Bedroom 4 : 2 x Single beds / 2nd floor
Pet (only 1)
Please provide pet info and state that you agree with pet rules when book:
・ Pet to stay away from upstairs, lounge and bedroom due to soft cushions, rugs and carpets
・ We do not charge for dog so please do your best to minimise your pet mess before you leave, thank you .)
Do Don’t
・ No Party No Smoking
・ Use Fireplace in lounge only, and never leave fire without supervisor
・ Do not leave rubbish outside, seagulls will tear them apart.
・ Due to working fireplace and no safe gates, renter are to ensure safe supervision of all children.
Notes
・ Free street parking
・ There is a park with tennis court opposite the house, perfect for a quick dog walk too
・ Contact us for discount on longer stay
・ Contact us for cleaning service during your stay
・ A bus stop is 1 minute walk from the house, get bus no.1 which connects the island to Weymouth train station. Or catch Jurassic Coaster bus on summer which run along Jurassic Coast
Amenities
The house has everything you need
Wifi / Indoor Fireplace / Smart TV / FREE street parking around house / Heating / Towels / Bedding / Family board games / Vinyl records player
Bedrooms
Wardrobe with hangers / Dressing table / Dryer / Blackout curtain
Fully equipped kitchen
Double oven / Hobs / Dishwasher / Toaster / Microwave / Kettle / All necessary kitchen utensils & accessories
Fully equipped utility room
Washing machine / Tumble dryer / Iron / Fridge with freezer
Getting Around
From London
Mainline trains every 35mins from London Waterloo to Weymouth (3hours).
From Weymouth Train Station
-Bus no.1 from King Statue (Stop K4) takes you to Verne Common Road (20mins)
-1mins walk from the house, or go by minicab for about £10.
Local Busses no.1
Local busses can get you to all the interesting places to visit. (1 way £2:50/ day ticket £4)
Security Deposit & Cancellation
Security Deposit
By accepting the terms & conditions when booking, you agreed to pay up to £300 for any major damage. You won’t be charged unless we files a claim within 7 days of your checkout.
Cancellation
No refund, however please contact us for a difficult situation
Guest Access & Safety Features
The whole house is yours except some store rooms.
Guest self check in with lockbox, we will message you the password of the lockbox a day before your arrival.
Safety Features
Smoke detector and Carbon monoxide detector
The Owner, Ross & Xian
Hi, we are Ross and Xian. Ross is an award winning architect and I am a designer (good combination huh). We think the house is absolutely beautiful and we hope you think the same too .)