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A wonderful Grade II listed cottage in stunning countryside with private beach
Family-friendly cottage in Lyme Regis
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 10
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Rousdon, England
- Place, Lyme Regis Undercliff1 min walk
- Place, Dorset and East Devon Coast12 min walk
- Place, Charlton Bay Beach15 min walk
- Airport, Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)41 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Double Bed
3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 3
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 4
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
A wonderful Grade II listed cottage in stunning countryside with private beach
Middlemist is a Grade II listed, spacious corner courtyard cottage, situated adjacent to the stately mansion in the heart of Rousdon, an exclusive 350 acre private estate set atop the Devon and Dorset Jurassic coastline. It has been beautifully and lovingly restored, providing ample accommodation for 8 (with the option of another two) people who wish for breathtaking surroundings; offering peaceful, relaxing comfort with touches of elegance. With flint stone walls, exposed wooden beams, antique chandeliers, the house is decorated traditionally and has all modern appliances and an amply stocked kitchen. It offers a truly wonderful setting from which to explore nature or simply relax by the fire, with some rooms offering distant sea views.
There are two bedrooms with king sized beds and ensuite bathrooms and two other double bedrooms with access to the main bathroom. One of the bedrooms has its own lounge area (with sofabed) with the sleeping area on the mezzanine level above.
Guests have access to the surrounding countryside and the half mile stretch of private beach perfectly fulfilling those with a sense of adventure as access to the beach is via a steep (but safe) cliff top path.
Rousdon is just a few miles from 'the pearl of Dorset' Lyme Regis renowned for its fossil hunters treasure trove and famous for its Cobb, setting for the opening scene of The French Lieutenants Woman and close to Axminster home of River Cottage.
There are two bedrooms with king sized beds and ensuite bathrooms and two other double bedrooms with access to the main bathroom. One of the bedrooms has its own lounge area (with sofabed) with the sleeping area on the mezzanine level above.
Guests have access to the surrounding countryside and the half mile stretch of private beach perfectly fulfilling those with a sense of adventure as access to the beach is via a steep (but safe) cliff top path.
Rousdon is just a few miles from 'the pearl of Dorset' Lyme Regis renowned for its fossil hunters treasure trove and famous for its Cobb, setting for the opening scene of The French Lieutenants Woman and close to Axminster home of River Cottage.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Fireplace
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Lyme Regis
Lyme Regis is home to this cottage. Dorset and East Devon Coast and Lower Bruckland Farm Nature Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Lyme Regis Marine Aquarium and Seaton Tramway. Travelling with kids? Consider Seaton Jurassic and Pecorama.
Rousdon, England
What's nearby
- Lyme Regis Undercliff - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
- Dorset and East Devon Coast - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
- Charlton Bay Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
- Lyme Regis Beach - 7 min drive - 7.1 km
- Powderham Castle - 55 min drive - 65.8 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Swim - 9 min drive
- The Royal Standard - 9 min drive
- The Hind - 8 min drive
- Kiosk - 9 min drive
- River Cottage - 11 min drive
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About the host
Hosted by Liz Poulson
Languages:
English
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