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Looking towards the beach and harbour in nearby Lyme Regis
Watch the boats bobbing in the harbour
View across the harbour towards Lyme Regis
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28 / 28  View across the harbour towards Lyme Regis

The Farmhouse

Charmouth (3mls NW), Dorset
Visit Britain rating: 4 stars

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Sleeps 8
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 3
Change Sat
pets No Dogs
grade 4 star
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Enclosed garden / patio
Open fire / wood burner
Internet access
Games / Play facilities
Beach within easy reach
Family friendly
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Travel cot available
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • Charming 17th century farmhouse hidden away in a rural setting, perfect for family get-togethers
  • Oozing tradition and charm, this property is surrounded by large lawns, ample room for children to play
  • Ideally located for enjoying the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site and exploring the many local delights
Overview
Property code: THEFA

This fantastic 17th century farmhouse is set in a beautiful rural setting in Dorset, yet only a short drive to the coast, making it a perfect holiday retreat for all the family. There is space for eight guests to stay at this stunning four-bedroom property, which is located perfectly to explore Dorset, Devon and also Somerset. Situated in a picturesque and secluded location, groups will be able to enjoy some privacy in this characterful farmhouse. Whether you’re a group of keen walkers looking to explore the Jurassic Coast and East Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty or a family with young children, there are thousands of activities and events in the area to keep you busy. From appealing villages such as Lyme Regis, to bustling cities such as Exeter, your group getaway will be spoilt for choice with things to do here. 

The large and pretty enclosed garden is a fabulous place for all the family; with a children’s climbing frame and plenty of space on the lawn for a kickabout. Immediately to the rear of the house is a patio area with garden furniture and a BBQ to enjoy a summer’s evening together as a group. Should the weather not provide the opportunity for this, head to the warm and cosy living room. Here there is a wood burner, with a generous supply of logs, and plenty of seating. The kitchen is elegantly designed and has plenty of surface space, making it a perfect place to create, prepare and serve up a culinary concoction. There is one bedroom and a shower room on the ground floor, while the rest are upstairs. The nearest shop and pub is just 1 mile away so you can pick up anything you need, and stop for a quick drink on the way home.

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  • 4 bedrooms: on the first floor – 1 Master en-suite double with super-king-size bed; 1 double with king-size bed; 1 twin; on the ground floor - 1 twin
  • 1 en-suite shower room with WC and 1 bathroom with bath and WC on the first floor; 1 shower room with WC on the ground floor
  • Kitchen - integrated oven and hob, double wall-mounted electric oven, microwave, fridge/freezer and dishwasher
  • Utility room with sink, washing machine and tumble dryer
  • Wood burner in the lounge and dining room - generous supply of logs provided
  • Smart TV and DVD in lounge
  • Please note due to the property’s age some rooms are accessed via steps
  • Large enclosed garden with lawn and patio with garden furniture, BBQ and climbing frame for small children
  • Wi-Fi (suitable for browsing and emails)
  • Ample off-road parking is available
  • Beach 4 miles, shop and pub 1 mile
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £350 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £40. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

The pretty and unspoilt village of Charmouth is less than 3 miles away and is a great day out for groups of families and friends alike. Spend a day on the stunning beach or visit the village’s shops and pubs before enjoying an evening meal and one of the restaurants here. The breathtakingly beautiful Lyme Regis is 4 miles from the house where guests can spend a day on the beach admiring the spectacular scenery or visiting the area’s museums, galleries and aquarium. Take the children to Crealy Adventure Park which is 27 miles away. There is plenty here to occupy all ages with rides, events and lots of animals to see.

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Belinda Withey

This property is personally managed by Belinda.

CUSTOMER REVIEWS

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 21 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Owen 30th March 2024

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We had a very enjoyable stay - the cottage gar exceeded our list expectations. It was also the best equipped cottage we have ever stayed at - there was nothing that we needed that wasn't present!

Reviewed by Pat 2nd March 2024

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Reviewed by Sarah 12th February 2024

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Yhe farmhouse was absolutely amazing, the only downside was there was no garden furniture or play set in the garden, even though it shows the on the photos and mentions them in the folders in the property

Reviewed by Alan 1st February 2024

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The farmhouse provides excellent and spacious accommodation in a convenient but very quiet location: a very good base for the fascinating jurassic coast. We would not hesitate to use it again should we return to the area.

Reviewed by Sue 25th November 2023

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We had a most enjoyable stay at The Farmhouse, it was warm, comfortable and very well equipped! While we were there we had rain, bitterly cold weather and snow but what can one expect in November/December! it was a real bonus having Netflix and Amazon Prime on the days when the weather was poor. The wood burner was a wonderful addition with more thRead morean enough logs. all in all it is a lovely place to stay! Hide

Reviewed by Sue 17th November 2023

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A really unique farmhouse with beautiful furnishings and in a fantastic quiet location next to woodland (there was a deer in the parking area when we arrived). Comfortable and with plenty of space for a large group, it is kitted out with all the equipment you could need for a brilliant holiday. There were wood burners in the lounge and dining room Read morefor cosy winter evenings (plenty of hot water and efficient central heating). Hide

Reviewed by Susan 21st October 2023

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A fabulous find. The best accommodation we have ever stayed in. Beautiful spacious farmhouse. Superbly equipped. Warm and cosy. Remote, very quiet location but close to nearby attractions. Great for children with a large enclosed garden.

Reviewed by Mary 7th October 2023

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A very spacious, warm and comfortable house. The beds are great and the power shower downstairs is a real treat as is the super large bath upstairs. The house is very well equipped and we were easily able to cook family meals without having to wash up all the time. Lovely outside space and great to have use of campsite playground. Excellent locatioRead moren for visiting Lyme Regis, West Bay etc. The addition of beach towels was a thoughtful touch. Can't fault it really. Hide

Reviewed by Sue 30th September 2023

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We would not recommend it to someone of our age in our eighties. However we did enjoy the farmhouse for it's charm, quality and location.

Reviewed by Jonathan 23rd September 2023

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Lovely property in a quiet, peaceful location

Reviewed by Jane 16th September 2023

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This is a lovely and very large property, which catered well for the 7 of us. The gardens and seating outside were lovely (although our weather was not good enough to enjoy fully). Inside the dining room, lounge and kitchen were especially nice. Everything was catered for. It is 10 minutes drive from Lyme Regis and very handy for coastal walks. BecRead moreause we had bad weather we could not explore the area around the property. You do need a car to get anywhere. Hide

Reviewed by Anne 9th September 2023

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Reviewed by Gwyneth 2nd September 2023

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A beautiful house in beautiful surroundings.

Reviewed by Tina 26th August 2023

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Had a great stay at the farmhouse. It ticked all the boxes. Although the property is remote it is in easy reach of local attractions and sights. Be ensure to take a pair of comfortable walking boots as you do walk through boggy fields, if not driving to any locations. As the house is old be mindful of all the uneven floor and steps in the house. ToRead more me this adds character to the property and did not put us off! Highly recommended. There are no local shops, but there is a shop at the campsite. Hide

Reviewed by Rebecca 5th August 2023

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Beautiful cottage in a lovely peaceful loaction. Well equipped kitchen with lots of helpful extra touches such as washing up soap, dish cloths, milk and kitchen roll. Fresh milk was very much appreciated when arriving at 8pm! Had a great week here, any issues were dealt with by the super friendly staff at the adjacent camp site (note that you couldRead moren't be hear any noise from the site from the cottage). There were plenty of things to do in the surrounding areas - shops, beaches, walks. Hide

Reviewed by Christel 15th July 2023

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Alles perfect!

Reviewed by Neville 8th July 2023

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Reviewed by Karen 1st July 2023

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Wonderful house! Nicely decorated, very comfortable and well equipped. Peaceful garden with good patio furniture/barbi. Good location, with easy access to A35 and not far to lots of local beaches and attractions. Lots of local wild life to watch from the sitting room, rabbits, pheasant, bats and deer. There were six of us but will take 8 (and a cotRead more) easily with lots of seating and room to spread out. I would thoroughly recommend. Hide

Reviewed by Laura 10th June 2023

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What a wonderful place. If you want peace and quiet, staying here will give it to you. We were greeted by the owner who made us feel welcome and let us know to contact them with any problems(there were none). The property is beautifully furnished and there was all the equipment you could possibly want for a self catering holiday. Not far to travel Read moreto the coast at Lyme Regis, Charmouth, Seaton, Beer and Branscombe. Loved Beer with its pebbly beach, fishing boats and little shops and galleries. Hide

Reviewed by Edd 3rd June 2023

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A lovely week away with plenty of room and space to relax in the garden. Central to many attractions and many not being far away.

Reviewed by Sheila 20th May 2023

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LOCATION

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