Tucked just one street back from the water's edge, tall, red-brick Merchant House is boutiquery at its best. Hefty wood sculptures, wicker rocking chairs and crisp linen ensure it's stylish; the odd teddy bear keeps it cheery, too.
Merchant House
Dorset
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25.65 MILES
Parts of the former Bishop's Palace date back to 1220; it's now the Cathedral School.
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First built in 1908, this historic railway is closed indefinitely – possibly permanently – following extensive damage in a landslide.
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5.32 MILES
First built in 1908, this historic railway is closed indefinitely – possibly permanently – following extensive damage in a landslide.
25.65 MILES
Parts of the former Bishop's Palace date back to 1220; it's now the Cathedral School.