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6 Guests
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2 Bedrooms
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2 Bathrooms
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Pets: Yes
Features
- Off road parking
- Ground floor bedroom
- Open fire
- Garden / Patio
- Cot available
- Washing machine
- Broadband / WiFi
Reviews & Ratings
19 Customer Reviews
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"The location in Rousden is everything you could wish for, except we weren't told there was no longer access to the beach which we particularly wanted to visit, so a little disappointed."
The estate is very dog friendly with nice walks and we met some lovely people. Parking. There is no off road parking! You park on the road outside the property, but there is only room if there is no one parked opposite or you will block the road. Beware the wrath of the neighbour on the conner next door if you park too close to "his parking space!" We love Devon & Dorset but this time it was unseasonably cold, down to 10 degrees for two days, and sometimes very wet. Not a problem for us, but the underfloor heating did not lend itself to these conditions at all, It was set somewhat cool and by it's design it does not respond quickly to heat demand. It's not pleasant coming back to a cold cottage on a horrible wet day, and not be able to feel any benefit from boosting the heating for at least two hours. There is no additional heating included, so there was nowhere to dry wet coats, so they stayed wet. There is a wood burner, but no fuel is provided and it would have cost me a small fortune to buy the fuel needed to fuel it, so ultimately our stay was not as comfortable as it could have been. The roof window leaks reported by previous visitors continue to leak. The property is listed for six people, but the third bed is a bed settee in the lounge/TV room, which already has a bed on the mezzanine above. The bathroom for it would be one of the en-suites through another bedroom. Hardly very practical, I'm glad we didn't take the family here. When we arrived, the bin was full, and despite us putting it out to be emptied on the allocated day, it was not emptied. A phone call to Lyme Bay Holidays resulted in no action, so the next visitor would be met with the overflowing bin at the gate. It's a lovely cottage in a stunning location but would I go again? I'm sorry. No.
This property is part of the Lyme Bay Holidays collection.
Lyme Bay Holidays are a large, friendly, local agency established for over 40 years. Specialising in the area surrounding Lyme Regis on the Dorset and Devon border, they cover much of the World Heritage Coast as well as some stunning countryside and attractive market towns and villages.
Summary
- Two bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite with walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x king-size with en-suite with walk-in shower, basin and WC
- Kitchen/diner with woodburning stove
- Sitting room with double sofa bed
- Oil underfloor heating and radiators with woodburning stove
- Electric range cooker with oven, grill and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine/tumble dryer, hairdryer
- TV, DVD player, video player, CD player, selection of films, WiFi
- Fuel and power inc. in rent
- Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
- Travel cot
- Off-road parking for 2 cars
- Enclosed courtyard garden, furniture
- Two well-behaved dogs welcome
- Sorry, no smoking
- Shop 3.8 miles, pub 3.7 miles
- Note: The property is located on a privately managed estate
- Note: Logs for the woodburning stove are not supplied
The property
Forming part of the historic Rousdon Estate, The Forge is a converted former blacksmith’s cottage and is situated within walking distance of Rousdon close to Lyme Regis in Devon.
Ideal for families or couples travelling together, The Forge boasts a wealth of traditional features which have been seamlessly integrated with all the mod cons any discerning visitor would expect.
The sitting room provides a truly welcoming space with a spacious seating area and sofa bed, original exposed stone walls and ceiling beams; the perfect space for gathering and socialising together.
Step into the inviting kitchen/diner which has an impressive slate floor, a fully fitted rustic kitchen and an elegant dining area complete with a feature woodburning stove, creating a wonderful area for cooking, eating, drinking and enjoying each other’s company.
If the weather allows, then you can always opt for dining alfresco in the enclosed courtyard garden where you can soak up the last of the day’s rays or fire up the outside woodburner and get warm.
As night falls, you’ll want to head off to bed and the bedrooms certainly don’t disappoint with an attractive ground-floor double bedroom and a magnificent king-size on the mezzanine level with feature sloping ceilings a real feature of the space.
There is nowhere better to wake up in the morning than here so after a refreshing coffee in the courtyard why not head out and explore?
The property is situated on the stunning Rousdon Estate which boasts 350 acres of pasture and woodland.
Hop in the car and explore further along the coast, taking in the infamous Jurassic Coastline along the way, checking out places such as Charmouth, West Bay, Studland, Swanage and Exmouth, to name just a few.
Popular attractions in the area include Sidmouth Donkey Sanctuary, Seaton Tramway, Beer Quarry Caves and Tunnel Tree Tops.
Lyme Regis is a must to visit while you are staying at The Forge with its great selection of shops, boutiques, tea rooms and restaurants, museum, aquarium, harbour, causeway and beach.
Make holiday memories to last forever at The Forge.
Where you’ll be staying
LYME REGIS
Charmouth 3 miles; Axminster 6 miles; Bridport 10 miles; Sidmouth 16 miles.
The delightful seaside town of Lyme Regis has much to offer its visitors, boasting a maze of narrow streets filled with craft and antique shops, galleries and cafes. Take a stroll along the world-famous Cobb causeway overlooking the ancient harbour, where fishing trips can be enjoyed, or try your hand at fossil hunting in the area. The scenic coastal path offers excellent walking opportunities and spectacular views of the stunning Jurassic coast, whilst the gently shelving sands and sparkling waters of Lyme Bay provide the perfect place in which to relax and unwind. A holiday destination to savour!
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Note: Logs for the woodburning stove are not supplied
This property offers the following short breaks:
- Winter
- Off-season
- Last minute
- Christmas