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A Perfect hide away for coast and country holidays
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedroomsSleeps 4
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Explore the area
Combpyne, Axminster
- Lyme Regis Undercliff10 min drive
- Lyme Regis Beach12 min drive
- Monmouth Beach13 min drive
- Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)35 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
bedroom 1
1 King Bed and 1 Crib
bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
Bathroom 1
Shower only
Bathroom 2
Shower only
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
A Perfect hide away for coast and country holidays
Tucked away in an exceptionally tranquil part of the East Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, surrounded by wooded hills, country lanes and abundant wildlife, yet only a short drive to the Dorset and East Devon World Heritage Coast. The popular seaside town of Lyme Regis, the charming fishing village of Beer and picturesque Branscombe are all within 15 minutes. Axminster, home of the famous River Cottage Canteen, is 10 minutes away while their Park Farm HQ is even closer. A 30-minute drive will take you to the elegant Regency resort of Sidmouth.
The Byre is in the grounds of Bulmoor Farmhouse, which dates from 1797 and is listed by English Heritage as a building of “Special Architectural and Historical Importance”. The present owners, using traditional skills and materials, have painstakingly restored both buildings, and the ancient cider apple orchard. In the Byre, the generous dimensions of the former milking parlour, cowshed, large stable doors, hopper windows and high vaulted ceilings have all been retained, creating the quirky spaciousness that is the dominant feature of the accommodation.
Its attractions are year round, but at their very best in April to May when the woods and hedgerows are awash with wild flowers and the orchards are in full bloom - The perfect hideaway for a coast and country holiday.
The Byre is in the grounds of Bulmoor Farmhouse, which dates from 1797 and is listed by English Heritage as a building of “Special Architectural and Historical Importance”. The present owners, using traditional skills and materials, have painstakingly restored both buildings, and the ancient cider apple orchard. In the Byre, the generous dimensions of the former milking parlour, cowshed, large stable doors, hopper windows and high vaulted ceilings have all been retained, creating the quirky spaciousness that is the dominant feature of the accommodation.
Its attractions are year round, but at their very best in April to May when the woods and hedgerows are awash with wild flowers and the orchards are in full bloom - The perfect hideaway for a coast and country holiday.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 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
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
About the area
Axminster
Located in Axminster, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. Castlewood Vineyard and Lyme Bay Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Lyme Regis Marine Aquarium and Seaton Tramway. Seaton Jurassic and Pecorama are also worth visiting. Scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking nearby.
Combpyne, Axminster
What's nearby
- Lyme Regis Undercliff - 10 min drive - 6.1 km
- Marine Theatre - 12 min drive - 7.1 km
- Lyme Regis Museum - 12 min drive - 7.1 km
- Lyme Regis Beach - 12 min drive - 7.2 km
- Monmouth Beach - 13 min drive - 7.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- A35 Pit Stop - 9 min drive
- River Cottage - 7 min drive
- The Hind - 6 min drive
- The George - 9 min drive
- Talbot Arms - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Monica Ashton
Our project started 1994, was one of concrete removal, oak beam repairs, cob mixing, lime slaking, re-opening of inglenook fireplaces, hair plastering, paint stripping, beeswax polishing, stonewall rebuilding, hedge laying and orchard restoration, while also commuting weekly to work in the south-east.
The Byre was the final stage of this painstaking project; completed in 2010.
Why they chose this property
What makes this property unique
The Byre has given us the enjoyment of meeting a wide range of people and sharing the place and its surroundings, with others.
Languages:
English, Swedish
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