Once home to coastguards, No.2 Coastguard Cottages is now a beautifully restored coastal retreat sleeping up to eight guests, with stunning views across Lulworth Cove and the surrounding countryside. Just a one-minute walk from the beach and set alon | House in West Lulworth

Once home to coastguards, No.2 Coastguard Cottages is now a beautifully restored coastal retreat sleeping up to eight guests, with stunning views across Lulworth Cove and the surrounding countryside. Just a one-minute walk from the beach and set along the iconic Jurassic Coast, it offers effortless access to Durdle Door, scenic walks and charming village life right on your doorstep. With spacious, stylish interiors, outdoor terraces and the option to combine with neighbouring cottages, it’s an ideal setting for memorable family gatherings and multi-generational escapes.
At a Glance
Sleeps: up to 8 guests in 4 bedrooms
Bathrooms: 2
Location: West Lulworth, close to the Cove
Highlights: Amazing location, private parking and free parking at the Cove, Castle and Durdle Door
Best for: larger families, groups of friends or those wanting a spacious cottage close to the Cove.
Once home to coastguards and their families, No.2 Coastguard Cottages has been transformed into a wonderful spot to enjoy the coast and spend quality time with loved ones. With stunning views of the coast and countryside, the four beautifully furnished bedrooms can comfortably accommodate up to eight people. If you’d like to have even more space, you can book the adjoining cottages to make it even larger, which is especially appealing for multi-generational holidays. Just a heads-up, this cottage is pet-free.
Our Coastguard Cottages offer a perfect mix of comfort, easy access and a fantastic location in a particularly accessible part of the Jurassic Coast. You are a one minute walk from Lulworth Cove, where you can enjoy breathtaking views of England’s only coastal World Heritage Site. The charming village of West Lulworth, along with the amazing Stair Hole, the Fossil Forest, Lulworth Crumple and the iconic Durdle Door rock arch, are all within walking distance and connected by the South West Coast Path. This means you can easily explore history, safe beaches, exciting activities, beautiful walks and delightful places to eat and drink right on your doorstep.
To help you have a wonderful stay, we’ve put together a welcome folder with all the information you need about the cottage, Lulworth and the area. Our friendly Holiday Team is always ready to suggest some great dining spots or the best places to find local treats. And for stays of three nights or more, you’ll also receive a welcome pack with delicious locally made bread, eggs, milk, biscuits, jam, tea, coffee and sugar.
Layout:
No.2 Coastguard Cottages sleeps eight people in four spacious bedrooms. You’ll find two rooms with king-size beds, one with a super king and one with two single beds. As one of our larger holiday cottages, you can also book the adjoining cottages to create even more space, making it the perfect place to spend time with family and friends.
We’ve got goose down and microfibre pillows, super crisp white Beaumont & Brown linen, fluffy white towels and a cosy cotton robe for each guest.
Guests can unwind in a bright, open-plan sitting-dining area, perfect for chatting and relaxing, all around a lovely fireplace. French doors open onto the front terrace, giving you amazing views of Lulworth Cove. If you’re feeling adventurous, the private garden at the back has a terrace, lawn and lots of seating for outdoor dining and relaxing. The modern kitchen is super well-equipped, with a big oven and hob, microwave, dishwasher, fridge-freezer and washer/dryer.
On the ground floor, you’ll find a spacious bathroom with a bath and overhead shower. The first floor bathroom is also well-appointed and has a walk-in shower. Each bathroom comes with our Lulworth body wash, hand soap and shampoo.
Right outside No.2, there’s off-road parking for two cars in a private, gated driveway. Plus, you get complimentary parking across the Lulworth Estate when you bring your car, so you can explore Durdle Door, Lulworth Cove and Lulworth Castle Park at your leisure. For day trips to other places, there’s a bus stop in West Lulworth village that connects you to Poole, Weymouth and Swanage.
The pedestrianised street to the left of the parking area takes you through the village and its many restaurants, cafes, gift shops, The Doll’s House Confectionery Shop and ice cream kiosks, all the way down to Lulworth Cove and the highly recommended Boat Shed Cafe. Sometimes, you might even have the beach all to yourself! In front of the Coastguard Cottages, there’s a big, grassy area perfect for picnics and exercise, with paths leading to Lulworth Cove and Stair Hole.
Central heating and good Wi-Fi are included in your holiday. Just a heads-up, phone signal might be a bit spotty, so we’ve got a landline for local calls and we recommend using 'Wi-Fi calling' on your mobile.
Also, please note: No.2 Coastguard Cottages is close to the Lulworth Ranges, where you might hear military training or live firing depending on the wind.
Lulworth Castle, parklands and walks will be closed from Friday 17th July to Saturday 8th August 2026 inclusive for the incredible Camp Bestival with the rest of the Estate open as usual.
For further information on the accessibility and layout of No.2 Coastguard Cottages, please view the access statement: https://cdn-cms.bookingexperts.com/media/4307/62/no_2_access_statement_done_18e3961f-a426-493f-b01b-995082c416b1.pdf. Our friendly Holidays Team are available on 01929 400888 to assist with any queries you may have.
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