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Pound Cottage

(Ref. 1102278)

Uplyme, Devon Show on map

4.2

Sykes rating

  • 5 Guests

  • 3 Bedrooms

  • 1 Bathroom

  • Pets No

Features

  • Hot tub
  • Open fire
  • Garden / Patio
  • Pub/shop < 1 mile
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Broadband / WiFi

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10 Customer Reviews

  • "Not the best stay that this cottage … firstly it’s not family friendly as described the property is located on the corner of a busy road so when having to park the car across the road on a evening it’s not very safe !"

    It’s also does have a damp smell to the cottage . I have been diagnosed with Crohn’s disease and I get very cold on an evening, the Central heating is locked so you’re not able to put the heating on just to take the chill away ,you have no were to dry wet towels items of clothes ( only a small wooden aire me in the utility room which you only get a few pairs of underwear items shall we say) On booking our weeks stay it’s stays that starter for woodburning stove, included in the price. however this is not the case … I even had a mouldy honey spoon in the cutlery drawer. I sent a message to the owner and the gentlemen, that looks after the property… that he will speak to the owner about the heating this was never resolved ! I have all correspondent text messages that shows they never replied I have spoken to Sykes to try and resolve this matter , This is their reply Dear Mrs Midgley, Thank you for contacting us regarding your booking at Pound Cottage. The owner has advised they do not wish to offer compensation as you did not give them any chance to rectify the issues. If you wish to pursue compensation then this will have to be done via third party means such as the small claims court. We will now close the case. I did sent txt message to Anthony/ Jacqueline and I think over 3 days it’s Long enough to rectify any issues and yet they didn’t !!

    Reviewed by Emma2.2Aug 2024

  • "Loved pound cottage."

    Everything we needed and in beautiful surroundings. Would definaltely recommend and return

    Reviewed by Joanne5.0Jun 2024

  • "Lovely cottage with all you could need for a week’s holiday."

    Beautiful walk along the river into Lyme. Great location for getting out and about and parking was always available along the road. We all enjoyed relaxing in the hot tub.

    Reviewed by Julie5.0May 2024

  • "The cottage is super lovely and in a beautiful location Nothing better than ..."

    The cottage is super lovely and in a beautiful location Nothing better than sitting in the Spa and watching the sheep on the hills and the birds flying about It was a perfect spot for a quiet weekend enjoying the local beauty

    Reviewed by Jeffrey5.0Sep 2023

  • "Lovely property and location."

    We had issue with light fitting falling down which was rectified very quickly by the owner which was very efficient. The toilet seat fixing was broken and quite dangerous to use in the main bathroom and the bath plug didn’t hold water. Also stair gate couldn’t be fitted anywhere to secure the stairs. All this being said the property is lovely and cosy and the hot tub is so relaxing and private. We did have a fantastic stay and these are only minor niggles but wanted to mention them as owner may not be aware.

    Thank you for your feed back. So pleased you enjoyed your time at the cottage. Thank you for being attention to the toilet seat, this has since been replaced. Also the cottage has been checked for any othe minor problems. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Ann3.4Sep 2023

  • "The cottage itself is lovely, very clean, towels provided and tea and coffee, and the hot tub was really good to go in every evening after a day out."

    The location was great and the walk from the cottage into Lyme Regis was really nice. The biggest downside for us was the significant lack of parking I can't see that this was advised of in the property listing. I've looked through everything. From an accessibility point of view as I'm profoundly deaf in my left ear and I don't have much hearing left in my right, this was a massive issue to the point that I feel we should make a complaint please. The road outside next to the cottage is extremely dangerous and we had no choice but to park over the road on the hill. People need to made aware of this! It's standard stuff. It's not a cheap holiday and this is something you should either have as standard or at least be made aware of before you go. It's really disappointing. We have no issue with the quality of the cottage etc, or the booking etc through Sykes is just the parking and I in particular don't want another family to go through the stress like we did due to accessibility issues. Thank you.

    Thank you for your comments on pound cottage. I am sorry about the parking, many cottages in the Lyme Regis area do not have provision for a parking space. The cottage is situated next to the local park, you could walk through and access your car. There are unrestricted parking spaces located on the same side of the road as the cottage on Lyme road. Please except my apologies for your distress. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Carolyn3.8Aug 2023

  • "The cottage is beautiful and in a gorgeous location."

    The attention to detail in the cottage is amazing, it is very well presented and has a lovely feel about it. The hot tub is a big bonus if you get the weather for it. It is a bit overlooked but I can see that in time the shrubbery should provide some screening, however a parasol would help in the meantime, and to also cast some shade on very sunny days - the heat of the hot tub and the sun is intense. There were four slight issues - in the single bedroom my son locked the door with the key from the inside but then could not get it unlocked, it had jammed. By throwing the key out of the window and then using a bit of force, it eventually unlocked but I would suggest removing the keys altogether, they look pretty but I would say that they are not really needed. The second is the bed in the main bedroom, it’s rather creaky. The third being that my daughter found a used sock in one of the her bedroom drawers (which we left there I’m afraid..she didn’t want to touch it and then I forgot to remove later on). Lastly, it was having no access to the heating. I appreciate we stayed during July but a couple of the evenings went very cold and it was then that we found the heating system was locked. We would have maybe lit the wood burner but no wood was provided. We understood that usually neither of the these would normally be needed in the summertime, however having one as an option would have been good. I do not want any of these points to detract from the cottage itself, or indeed our stay. We loved staying there and would definitely recommend to anyone else visiting the area.

    Reviewed by Samantha3.8Jul 2023

  • "We had a lovely stay at Pound Cottage."

    It had everything we needed. It was very clean and comfortable. The hot tub was lovely. Parking is not directly on the Road opposite the cottage. Parking is down the Road and you have to walk on a busy Road with no pavement. The walk to Lyme Regis is about 25 minutes and is a lovely walk.

    Reviewed by Tina4.7May 2023

  • "We had a really great stay at Pound Cottage and would definitely return."

    We had some difficultly finding the property initially, perhaps updating the direction to say on the corner of Lyme Rd and Croggs lane may be useful for other visitors. Our only minor criticism of the cottage was the very low hanging light-fittings upstairs that we bumped our heads on and we are only average height! Overall we had a lovely stay, thank you!

    Reviewed by Rebecca4.4May 2023

  • "Very lovely cottage, clean and comfortable and a nice touch with the essentials and treats upon arrival."

    My son wanted to stay forever and he loves his own surroundings so this is a very positive indication!

    Reviewed by Daniel4.7Apr 2023

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Summary

  • Three bedrooms: 2 x double, 1 x single
  • Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
  • Kitchen/diner
  • Utility
  • Sitting room with woodburning stove
  • Gas central heating
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer and washing machine
  • Smart TV and WiFi
  • Fuel, and power inc. in rent
  • Starter pack for the wood burning stove is only supplied during the Winter, months any further logs would need to be purchased by the guest
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Stairgate available
  • Parking available on the road opposite in Barns Meadow or further down the road; please do not park on the pavement as children use it; Parking can also be found on the other side of the park and most is within a 2 minute walk
  • Patio with furniture and hot tub and direct access to park area
  • Sorry, no pets and no smoking
  • Shop 0.4 miles, pub 0.2 miles and beach 1.2 miles

The property

Settled in the East Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in the village of Uplyme is Pound Cottage.

This charming, detached holiday home benefits from a patio with hot tub, views of the far-reaching countryside from the bedrooms and a welcoming living area perfect for small families or couples looking to explore the Jurassic Coast.

Be welcomed by a homely sitting room where you can snuggle up in front of the woodburning stove while your partner gets acquainted with the fully-equipped kitchen.

Enjoy this delicious meal at the dining table before stepping outside to indulge in a soothing soak in the hot tub, a wonderful place to admire the stars as they begin to fill the sky.

When sleep calls, head upstairs to wash off the day in the sleek bathroom before catching your rest in either of the doubles or the single bedroom.

Find local stores in the heart of Uplyme where you can stock up on necessities and enjoy evenings out at the Talbot Arms, a delightful pub serving a variety of meals and drinks.

Pound Cottage lies conveniently near the path leading you into the centre of Lyme Regis where you can savour sunny days on the golden shores of Lyme Regis Beach while the little ones splash around in the azure.

Immerse yourself in the past by visiting Lyme Regis Fossil Beach where you can walk across millions of years of evolutionary history; continue this historic excursion at the Dinosaurland Fossil Museum which exhibits over 9000 specimens.

The town also houses the Lyme Regis Marine Aquarium, a wonderful place for a family day out thanks to its displays of local sea life and pools where guests can hand feed fish.

Keen ramblers can join the South West Coast path which runs an impressive 630 miles providing guests with countless opportunities to admire seaside towns like Charmouth and Seaton.

Adventure awaits on the Jurassic Coast at Pound Cottage.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £350.

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About the location

UPLYME

Lyme Regis 1 mile

The beautiful countryside surrounding the village of Uplyme, on the borders of Devon and Dorset, is a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, criss-crossed by bridleways and footpaths including the East Devon Way, and providing perfect country walks and superb views. The area was chosen by TV chef Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall for his River Cottage HQ at Park Farm, where you can treat yourself to a great meal. Just a short drive takes you to the stunning Jurassic Coast at Lyme Regis. This delightful historic seaside town boasts a maze of narrow streets, with an interesting array of shops and cafes, whilst the sandy beach lends itself to great bathing and watersports, and the bustling little harbour offers regular fishing trips, or try your hand at fossil hunting. Within an easy drive is the quaint town of Axminster, or how about a ride on the Seaton Tramway? A glorious location for a varied and interesting holiday.

Please Notc. in rent. Starter pack for the wood burning stove is only supplied during the Winter

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas