Excellent location, clean and very comfortable. Lovely quiet spot. Able to walk dogs from property with no issue.

Stayed in August 2025

Having to leave!

Peaceful location with amazing views, lovely walks straight from the door, great host, nice pub in walking distance, short drive to amazing beaches. Lovely comfy retreat finished to a high specification with all the amenities needed for an amazing stay.

Stayed in August 2025

We were here for 5 days, and the only thing we could say is that a few more hangers would have been good so that we could have unpacked a bit more, but not really an issue, we couldn't fault the Captains Retreat really.

Great location to get to a lot of lovely places. The house had everything we needed and was comfortable and quiet. Great for dog walks as right next to fields. We had a great 5 days here.

Stayed in August 2025

Nothing

Great decor. Clean.

Stayed in July 2025

Awesome views ,stunning location in Dorset .Breathtaking views from coastal rd. Lovely local pub!!

Stayed in July 2025

The host was very friendly and welcoming. Puncknowle is a small village but well located for nearby towns of Bridport and Dorchester and the Jurassic Coast in general. The property is well appointed and for those not wishing to cook an evening meal, there is a village pub (The Crown) which serves good food and local ales. Hoopers Lane, where the property is located is a no through road and if you miss the property entrance, you need to reverse back. The only improvement/suggestion we would make is to have The Captain's Retreat on the roadside at the property entrance. The name does appear on the property itself but this isn't at the roadside. We very much enjoyed our stay and may well make a return visit.

Stayed in June 2025

Couple of points such as toilet seat broken and bathroom door lock broken but small things which could easily be fixed.

Property very comfortable and clean

Stayed in June 2025

Amazing location, very convenient for the Dorset Ridgeway and Chesil Beach.

Stayed in June 2025

Great location, secluded village. Adequately equipped, clean & modern.

Stayed in June 2025

Ideal for a couple of nights stay. Gorgeous area with dog walks from the door and pubs within a short walk. Very comfortable, especially the bed.

Stayed in May 2025

Nothing

Everything we need for our visit clean and lovely comfortable bed with gorgeous views

Stayed in May 2025

No real complaints, but black-out curtains would be nice.

We liked the location, excellent for dog walks. The accommodation was of a high standard, very clean with up-to-date furnishings. We met our host, who was very pleasant and friendly.

Stayed in May 2025

This is not a criticism but would be better if sockets were usb for charging

Property offers amazing views across the countryside the property is very well maintained and has virtually all equipment you would need if you decided to stay in and do your own cooking etc the bed is amazingly comfortable tea coffee cleaning stuff all supplied host on hand for any queries just the perfect place if you wish to relax for a few days and forget the world

Stayed in May 2025

Would have liked to stay a bit longer, nothing else to not like!

Lovely place situated in a nice village with all the facilities you need for a small break. Clean property throughout with picturesque views. Pet friendly property too, nice walks around surrounding fields and village for our dog. Close to drive to nearby beaches and attractions. Helpful and friendly owner too.

Stayed in May 2025

There is nothing to dislike

The property was exactly as described and communication from Kevin....... excellent

Stayed in April 2025

very quiet, bed and pillows were very comfortable, great parking

Stayed in April 2025

Nothing

Stayed in March 2025

The kitchen scissors are USELESS!! :-)

Beautiful location, nice straightforward accommodation with everything one might need and no annoying frilly fol-de-rol. Nice to have the car right by the door as handy for unloading/loading.

Stayed in April 2025

pillows were a bit soft

brilliant pub just around corner with lovely food

Stayed in March 2025

Nothing , it was all very good ! Exceptionally clean!

Location great especially as we had a lively pointer so fields opposite were fantastic to walk him in . Not too far to drive to Weymouth and the views stunning. Modern , airy, good show , good amenities. Would definitely recommend

Stayed in March 2025

Got a bit chilly if I’m during the day, some extra blankets would be nice.

Lovely property, nice and clean and a great location.

Stayed in January 2025

A perfect property for a short stay, it was all that we expected. A lovely quiet location to unwind with a pub about 5 minutes away.

Stayed in December 2024

Really clean and great value for money.

Stayed in December 2024

Tv a bit small but not the end of the world , Parking on the Jurassic Coast (National Trust) very expensive not much open on Mondays

Very quiet location dog friendly , good value for money , warm cosy stay , good internet , right on the Jurassic Coast, Local pub very friendly, nearby town Bidport good fish (The Olive Tree) restaurant great value only a few minutes drive Morrisons super store also their

Stayed in November 2024