School Holidays 2017 Cottages In Charmouth

Reviews

What our customers say about their holidays

• Huw - Verified booking

  It was a lovely place to stay.

  Nice distant view of the sea. Appreciated lots of windows that opened wide. The children loved having 2 TV's. Everywhere was very clean. The downstairs sofa was good for sleeping on...this meant our 4 children could spread out for sleeping. The curtains and blinds are really good and keep out the light well. We walked to the sandy beach every day....its a very steep walk, so coming back is hard work but do- able and good exercise! I would have appreciated a washing line in the garden and pegs. Also instructions for the washing machine or some idea of the length of the programmes would be helpful. The rubbish instructions could be clearer. In the cupboard near the microwave it has different info to that in the welcome folder. Also it wasn't clear that all the rubbish, recycling and food waste just had to be mixed in one bin...i had to phone up to find this out. Some further info on what things should be put in the linen bags at the end of the stay would be helpful. I didn't know how many pillow cases to take off...each pillow had 2, also whether both tablecloths should be taken off. The cleaner told me the mattress protectors should be taken off but i had not thought to do this. Some specific info would help here. Should the bed spreads go in the bags too? If you are replacing pillows ever...some firmer ones would be nice. The screen for the shower over the bath seems to be jammed.....this means that lots of spray from the shower comes out onto the floor and toilet. Overall we were very happy with the property. Lastly..I would prefer to know where the property is exactly on initial booking. Having to wait until paying all the money was not great.

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• Margaret - Verified booking

  We arrived at the time stated for entry to the property, 4pm.

  We were not expected and a lady was in the premises “cleaning”. She apologised and said she had not been notified of our booking and thought the property was vacant for the week. We had to wait over half an hour before being allowed in. The cleaning left something to be desired, there were dead insects on the window sills and the carpet looked grubby, there was dust in the bedroom. I think the property is in need of a deep clean, skirting boards, ceiling corners etc. We were visiting with a pet but were amazed to see the cottage being cleaned with two dogs in attendance in and out of the premises. There are no facilities for recycling, just the suggestion we travel to Bridport for the recycling centre, think this is a necessity. Only 2 bin bags provided, I do not think we should be expected to provide them. The TV needs updating, very few channels available on freeview, I know this is a minor thing but just thought I’d mention it. Admittedly we may have been spoilt by our previous stays at another property we’ve rented from yourselves, Bridgehouse apartment, which we couldn’t fault in any way. Regardless of these comments we enjoyed our stay, the property is in a good position, you need to inform prospective clients of the summer fair in the field opposite as some might not like the noise especially if they have young children. The kitchen is well equipped, and the size of the cottage is adequate for 5 people.

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• Alan - Verified booking

  Nice, modern house.

  Well equipped with off road parking. Clean and comfortable. Location is about 2/3 of a mile from the harbour and beach. Be prepared for a 300 yard steep walk back to the house if you walk into town. There’s an alternate route through the local cemetery that avoids most of the hill but makes it about a mile each way. Lyme Regis is a fun place to visit. The beaches are full of fossil interest, particularly Monmouth Beach at low tide. We were surprised at how busy it was, mid-week in mid-May. I dread to think what it would be like Bank Holiday weekend in August. “The Ship” inn had the best fried fish of the 3 places we tried . Some nice cliff top walks to the east of the town. Stonebarrow Hill is National Trust and has great coastal views. It’s at the end of a longish drive along a very narrow country road so be prepared for a reversal or two into a passing place. Hive Beach is another NT property that offers a walk to Cogden Beach that is miles long. Great dog walking and the sea worn stones on the beach are beautiful and varied. We had a good 4 night break. Would stay again, if we can find a less busy time and now that we know about the cemetery cutout route to avoid the hill!

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• Craig - Verified booking

  7 Coram Court is an ideal place to stay in Lyme Regis.

  Whilst its position near the top of Pound Street - a steep hill - may be difficult for some people with reduced mobility given the hourly bus service into town and limited availability of taxis, once at the property, the views are over Lyme Bay are unsurpassed and the facilities top-notch with three bedrooms, two bathrooms, an additional lavatory, kitchen-diner, living room overlooking the bay all beautifully decorated and furnished. Added to this, the large wrap-around deck on the front and side of the top-floor that provides sun all day long, two dedicated car-parking spaces and easy access to the Sidmouth Road made my stay a pleasure whilst the fact that the house was fully equipped was an unexpected but most welcome benefit. My only negative point is that the family bathroom lacked a non-slip bath mat that could be placed into the bath whilst showering. I fell whilst attempting to get out of the bath due to the slope of the bath and being someone with good mobility, can see that others will also struggle. This is a minor point and not something that will prevent me from returning - as I hope to do next year if permitted -- but is a concern that could easily be addressed.

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• Emma - Verified booking

  This was the best holiday home that we have stayed in as a family.

  After a long journey, the welcome pack and milk in the fridge was really appreicated. The house was really well-equipped and very comfortable with magnificent views across Lyme Bay. We would definitely recommend you and will hopefully return as we loved Lyme Regis. We really appreciated the eco-friendly cleaning products and eco-rubbish bags - often we have to provide our own! My only recommendation would be that I would have liked to have seen a recycling bin/compost bin in the house with clear instructions provided for each bin with what can/cannot be recycled (most people are generally very confused about recycling!). We sorted all our rubbish (except the food waste as we noticed this facility too late) and either took it home or used the communal bins. With such good council facilities, the rubbish bin could have been used as a recycling bin with a further smaller bin for rubbish. I think that together with your eco-friendly cleaning products this would be a really good selling point for your holiday homes. Thank you once again!

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