Dorset
The Old Rectory, Symondsbury, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 6HF
Weekends
£4,500 - £5,500
Full Weeks
£7,000 - £9,500
The Old Rectory is a Grade II* listed building, very much gently Georgian in style. It’s suitable for parties of family and friends, either for a jolly holiday, or to celebrate a special occasion. It is also suitable for corporate use, and can be used as a base for art or music workshops, cookery courses or team-building activities.
With 11 bedrooms the house can comfortably sleep 22 adults. There are additional day beds and trundles in five of the bedrooms that are strictly for children-only, increasing the total capacity to 31 guests.
Downstairs, the reception rooms are large and well-equipped. There’s a large drawing room and a library that acts as a games room, with a pool table. The kitchen is serviceable and spacious enough to cater for a full house. There’s also a big dining room,
Sleeping arrangements
Amenities
Please see the key features below. If stag and hen parties are not listed then the property is sadly not suitable for them.
Countryside Walks 
Games Table 
Pet Friendly 
Self Catering 
Stag & Hen Parties 
WiFi 
Working Fireplace House Facts
The house was a serving rectory until 1951, when it passed into private hands. The building itself dates back to 1730, although two wings were added in 1814. Symondsbury's rectory is thought to be one of the largest and most impressive rectories in the country, and at one time, the rector ran his own pack of hounds (the kennels can still be seen).Guests are encouraged to behave well whilst staying...else face the dungeon, built into the wine cellar!
Reviews
Clara Wills
A great stay to celebrate my 40th birthday! Lovely rooms, well thought out spaces to socialise and large green spaces outside. A very special place.
Christine Crosby
Wonderful house although needs a bit of TLC.
Helen Budden
We had a fantastic family celebration in the Old Rectory. The large accommodation was perfect for our party of 30 people with beautiful furnishing and decoration. The property is huge with sufficient rooms for everyone to find space to spread out. Great outdoor space with spa pool and separate BBQ area. Would highly recommend
Hank Phagura
Excellent, beautifully done, every room has beautiful touches. Would stay there again.
Amy Hutson
We rented the house for a hen do for 27 people and it was amazing. So much space, with plenty of rooms and we could easily have fit more people. House is beautifully decorated and had so many rooms that we couldn’t even make the most of them.
M Burt
What a place. If you get a chance go here. Lovely pub across the road. Art studios, cafe and deli round the corner.
Debbie Lloyd
An amazing house, great family stay, fantastic weekend! X
Anouska
Amazing weekend, loads of space, we were 26! Space to all eat together and hang out in the living room, could do with a little tlc however you the charm, bedrooms and garden made it a great place to stay! We played Skittles in the Ilchester Arms over the road with fab lunch and walking in the area, fabulous weekend!
Lucy Watkinson
Love this place! A beautiful setting for our upcoming Fitagain'a Well Being evening. Also a great base for a holiday literally on the base of the famous Dorset Landmark Colmers Hill.
James Campbell
Unforgettable place, beautifully maintained with wonderful hosts. Whatever the occasion, The Old Rectory is well worth your time. I love staying there!
Julian Totman
Flat garden awesome for sports, lots of space around house but small kitchen. Big TV and adventurous garden with good family walks nearby.
Gary Lunt
A very special place with a unique atmosphere. Comfortable beds and located un beautiful settings!
Caragh McMurtry
We had our wedding ceremony in Bridport town, and spent the night before and the night of the wedding celebrating at the old rectory with most of our 30 guests. The house was so beautiful that we didn't need to spend much time adding decorations. It has all the amenities you would need, and more (like a pool table). All of our guests were stunned by the bueaty of the surrounding countryside, of the house, and of their rooms, and many of them have expressed their desire to visit again. I'm so glad we spent the money to hire this place. Phil, the host, was there to answer any questions we had, but also left us to our own devices when it came to us actually staying. I would highly recommend this place if it's along the lines of what you're looking for.
Karl Newton
I spent my 40th Birthday here over NY. It was amazing! It’s idyllic.
Pete Gordon-Smith
Amazing house. Stunning location. Loved the huge rooms and plentiful space.
Candice Ruffell
The perfect place for a get together with friends with beautiful surroundings and loads of space. Would recommend to everyone
Ryan Barnes
A beautiful Georgian manor house restored to it's prime with a grand and well designed interior for those lucky enough to enjoy. Symondsbury is a magical place in the heart of luxuriant countryside that is vast & histrionic, each season highlights different facets of this locations treasures. The Old Rectory (formely known as Oakhayes)is one of Symondsbury' s principle houses in the heart of the village. I've had the best memories of my life with my nearest & dearest in this house. I long hope to go back and make more.
Joseph Murless
Stunning house in a picturesque setting, with a wonderful host. Highly recommended.
Sonia Benton
A beautiful old house that retains so much of the original, even down to some of the wallcovering. Well worth a stay ideal venue for occasions weddings etc. Superp setting in lovely unspoiled village.
David Barker
We had 27 people here and it comfortably fitted all adults and children in. Highly recommended for a great break with lots of outside space.
Nadine Watson
We got back yesterday following a week away with a large group of friends and family. This is a perfect house for a group and is particularly good for children, with its large garden! We would recommend staying here to everybody!!
Mark Bennett
Lovely house and a very enjoyable stay.
Max Latham
Set in an idyllic Dorset village where time seems to stand still the Old Rectory is an excellent place to stay. The custodians of the house are most amicable and it is quite a spacious and old-fashioned building nestled snugly in some of the most stunning scenery and countryside.
Kate Perrott
A large group of us stayed here to celebrate a 60th birthday. It is a very quirky place to stay! The rooms all have different themes, I particularly love the Moroccan cave!!!!! We found the kitchen a little small to cater for so many people, but that said, we coped. The staircase is a bit wobbly so be careful if you have kids, also the dining room floor needs a bit of attention. That said, we all had a wonderful time here. The location is superb, try the pub and The Symondsbury Kitchen. Bridport is within walking distance, which had lovely individual shops, go to Snooks the hat shop!
Angela Hector
We had a brilliant time with a group of 20 friends for my husbands 40th! The house is amazing with so much character and space. Surrounding area is gorgeous and pub across the road perfect! Recommended.
Alison Allan
Reboot Camp love love love you guys!!
Joanne Donegan
Just spent a week here with 23 family members to celebrate a couple of milestone birthdays. We had a fabulous time in a fabulous setting. Highly recommend for any big gathering.
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4.9
(29 Reviews)
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Lucinda Davies
Just perfect! We booked this house for a big get together with friends and it was just what we needed. There was loads of space and the decor was stunning. We actually booked and stayed at The Old Rectory before they carried out their refurbishment, and although we loved it then, it’s in a whole ... new league now! We’ll be returning! The village was also fab with everything (including an amazing pub!) right on the doorstep… 10/10
Balvinder kaur
We recently had a remarkable family celebration at The Old Rectory. The spacious bedrooms are sophisticated and stylishly and there’s a really peaceful and relaxing atmosphere. This stunning place was ideal for our large gathering -the property's vastness allowed everyone to find room to spread out and enjoy themselves. Symondsbury, nestled in the heart of ... lush countryside, is a truly enchanting place. The housekeeper that did the meet and greet was also lovely! Highly recommended!