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Reviews of Dora Cottage

6 Sutton Road, Formby, L37 2HD, United Kingdom

#1 of 8 hotels in Formby

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Review Score

Based on 33 hotel reviews

9.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.5

  • Comfort

    9.8

  • Location

    9.6

  • Facilities

    9.3

  • Staff

    9.3

  • Value for money

    9.1

  • Free Wifi

    10.0

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  • Reviewed: May 18, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    lovely cottage in a great location in Formby. it had everything we needed.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: May 16, 2025

    9.0
    Beautiful house and location.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Ther was nothing I didn't like. I would definitely book again. :)

    There were all available amenities that a complete house would offer plus a bit of luxury you find in hotels. there was very good communication with the host and a very quite and comfortable location.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: January 5, 2025

    9.0
    Lovely stay, house very well maintained- we would definitely stay again
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No dishwasher in kitchen, TVs hard to work out, back door doesn’t close properly

    The extension to the cottage is really well done, with a big open area with heated floors and sky lights, the bathroom was really well done and this accommodation had all of the items needed for a short stay

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: November 9, 2024

    9.0
    Fabulous. Thank you for sharing your lovely property.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing really but we are relocating up here so looking at properties. Aiming to come up again in January and wanted to book again but it is way more expensive than this trip so not sure we can which is a shame.

    Perfect location for us. So quiet but close to village. Lovely feel about the cottage and great to have off street parking.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: September 12, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Such a beautiful house with so much attention to detail. Only a short walk to the station. Had everything you could need and was perfect for our short stay

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: September 3, 2024

    10
    Very enjoyable and comfortable, we would stay again and hope to be back soon.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Quiet location, very spacious, easy access to Formby and the train station. It had everything we needed.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: September 2, 2024

    10
    Great
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing - one very small thing the front door lock needs attention

    Spacious , well decorated and clean

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: August 16, 2024

    10
    Golfing shirtt break
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Absolutely fantastic find. Stunning accommodation. Ideally positioned ( we used it for golfing ). Would highly recommend and will certainly look to book this first if we are back to this area. 10 out of 10.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: April 30, 2024

    10
    Great place in a great location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    N/A

    What a lovely property in an ideal location for exploring Merseyside. 10 minutes from a great pub, the railway, and the station. Very well laid out and equipped property. We had a great stay. Thanks very much Les

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 11, 2024

    9.0
    Relaxing
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    On arrival one of the doors was stuck. However a call to the owner and the problem was immediately resolved. Great hosts.

    Clean, comfortable nicely decorated. The extension gave a good space for our group to relax in. There was teabags etc on arrival which added to the welcome after the drive there.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: February 19, 2024

    10
    A perfect stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nothing was wrong with the property.

    Excellent location and facilities. Host checked by message that we had no issues. Perfect!

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: December 29, 2023

    10
    Needed to stay in formby so any roof over our head would have been fine but this felt like a special treat!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Felt very luxurious.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 10, 2023

    10
    Absolutely excellent, loved the cottage and communication was excellent.
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We had a power cut and no torches were provided but that is being picky. We had our phones.

    Everything was there, great communication from the host. Clean, tidy and we needed nothing.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 3, 2023

    10
    Perfection
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    A Very comfortable lovely stay

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: October 2, 2023

    10
    Fantastic - would definitely recommend.
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing - it was great.

    Immaculately clean and spacious. Well equipped and very comfortable. Very quiet neighbourhood. Good location for exploring the area.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: July 25, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing at all

    The property is large, immaculate, 2 storey cottage with large backyard. Everything about Dora Cottage deserves superlatives.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: July 8, 2023

    9.0
    An enjoyable stay, on our way further north.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights

    It would be nice to see if the garden was about to have more planting in it, otherwise no other comments.

    A very pleasant cottage and garden and we were blessed with good weather also. Our daughter cycled to see us from Liverpool and we had some nice walks and enjoyed the local cafes.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: June 8, 2023

    8.0
    A lovely updated property
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights

    There were certain small points which would have added value to the visit. We have written to Paul separately on this (hope you got it Paul). No biggies but, for instance, we could not find a hair drier, a teapot would have been very good to have together with various other kitchen items. Also some form of instructions folder - I don't need big tech, just how to turn the oven on, what should be recycled, that sort of thing.

    A lovely updated property done very well, hard to find anything wrong, Paul and team have done a very good job. You are close to the sation but - depending upon your pace - it is 20 to 25 minutes to the central part of Formby. It is very quiet area and the garden is a great place to relax. Great sized fridge.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: May 9, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing abeautiful place be son and I we just lost my best friend Carl last November 25th I thought nothing could fix me but Dora did loved it so I've nothing to dislike

    I've bean a guest at many cottages but I never used their towels I take my own, but Dora was like snow white I couldn't resist, Dora cottage was spotless absolutely amazing alls I can say I will be going back to visit Dora

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: March 6, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Great location nice and peaceful, tastily decorated with everything we required for a relaxing weekend by the sea.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: February 16, 2023

    10
    Delightful Dora
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Paul will be trying to organise a "welcome pack". That will help with understanding underfloor heating which we left alone. Check in/check out times not listed.

    Almost don't want to leave a glowing report as want to be able to use it again without being fully booked! Wished we had booked for a whole week. Home from home. Brilliant base for exploring local area. Quiet location. Off road parking for 1 car. An amazing renovation. Lovely touches like a small welcome hamper. Very tastefully furnished. Good quality towels and crockery etc. Stunning bathroom. Handy storage shelving/hanging unit in each bedroom. Paul, the host, very approachable and immediately solved a minor issue. Ideally placed for Formby village, train station, Red Squirrel Reserve, and beach. Close to all the attractions at Southport including the must see, classic Victorian Wayfarers Arcade and The Atkinson Gallery and Museum. The internationaly reknowned golf courses and Aintree racecourse. Anthony Gormley's Another Place at Crosby is 8 miles away. Liverpool accessed via the local train station.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: August 5, 2025

    7.0
    Quiet, peaceful and relaxing
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 6 nights

    Needs an information pack with some instructions for appliances such as electric hob and oven and advice on local shops pubs attractions etc. TV reception was very poor.

    Great location, well appointed, quiet and good parking.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: November 25, 2023

    7.0
    Very enjoyable on the whole.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No dishwasher. No heating in extension other than underfloor which wasn’t enough to keep us warm.

    Clean throughout and had a lovely big bedroom.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: March 27, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in March 2025

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