A truly special place

The Old Rectory is a stunning Grade 2* Listed Georgian property, once reported to be the largest rectory in England. It is situated in the quiet rural village of Symondsbury which boasts a genuine village pub, farm shop, café and much more. Only 2 miles from the nearest beach and 1.5 miles from the buzzing market town of Bridport.

The Old Rectory encapsulates a “hygge” ambience of quiet comfort through its tasteful  décor and furnishings. The gentle combination of rustic leathers, textural rugs on old wooden floorboards, moody lamps and carefully chosen colours and wallpapers; all design elements that thoughtfully enhance the original features of the 300 year old house, as well and breathing new life, love and pops of interest. 

The large country house lends itself perfectly as a great venue for all those family and friends celebrations and is an ideal place to base yourself for large family holidays.  With sixteen spacious bedrooms the house can sleep 32 very comfortably (plus day beds/trundles in five of the bedrooms, increasing it's capacity to 41 guests). 

There is a large dining room to seat up to 32 guests, spacious sitting room with full Sky package, a movie snug, breakfast room that seats up to 16, card room/library with cocktail cabinet and fully kitted out games room with pool, table football, bar and full-sized retro arcade machine.  There are two lawns, one with an overlooking veranda and views over lush fields towards the sea and patio and decked spa area with heated outdoor swimming pool (Swimspa) and sauna. Plus an enclosed courtyard with seating and an outdoor kitchen / BBQ / pizza oven.

The Old Rectory offers plenty of space to relax and enjoy in a genuine and beautifully unspoilt Dorset setting.  

We provide a venue for your exclusive use, without any interference from other guests, where you can create a tailor made experience to fulfil your exact requirements. 

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