The Loft, Coastal Luxury in Weymouth, Dorset

The Project

Nestled along the Jurassic Coast with breathtaking views over Weymouth Bay and Lodmoor Nature Reserve, The Loft is an expansive 850sqft penthouse transformed by Olive & Wilde Interiors into a luxurious and memorable short term holiday rental.

Originally a tired 1990s property featuring deep mahogany woodwork, outdated windows, and a worn kitchen (complete with farm yard animal tiles), the goal was clear: transform this flat into a high performing holiday let that felt both elevated and full of personality.

The Brief

The clients didn't want a cookie cutter coastal scheme. The views were already doing the heavy lifting, they just needed the interiors to match.

Bring the outdoors in
Be bold but not brash
Keep it guest-friendly, memorable, and future-proof

The Budget ££

Operating within a £30k budget required strategic creativity, ensuring every pound delivered both aesthetic impact and practical functionality.

Full decoration and styling
New flooring throughout
New kitchen installation
Upgraded electrics and lighting
Essential updates to bathroom fittings
Stylish furnishings and décor
Compliance with stringent holiday rental fire safety regulations

The Before

When Olive & Wilde first encountered The Loft, it was liveable but markedly outdated. Blown double glazing, dark mahogany doors, and an uninspired kitchen and bathroom urgently needed refreshing.

Before

The Design Stages

Following our established process, the design journey for The Loft included an initial detailed consultation, hand drawn layout sketches, a detailed moodboard, comprehensive electrical and lighting plans, and curated furniture shopping lists.

The Results

Despite an ambitious timeline of just 8 weeks to meet the busy Easter season launch, meticulous planning and detailed project management allowed us to complete the transformation smoothly and punctually.

After