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The Stable is in a tranquil setting and in easy reach by foot or bus of Lyme Regis. The River Lim walk is nearby, interspersed with places of interest.
The Stable is eclectically furnished, embracing modern and vintage, It suited all our needs for a restful holiday.
There were a couple of maintenance issues that did not really affect us, but mentioned them to Lyme Bay offices which is just down the road.
We had beautiful weather, so were able to enjoy days out in the surrounding areas, which included dog friendly cafes and restaurants/pubs.
Will return to this one. Thank you
Reviewed by Susan4.4★Mar 2025
"Lovely accommodation great location for our needs."
Very thoughtful welcome pack containing local produce much appreciated.
Reviewed by Anthony4.7★Oct 2024
"Could do with a few minor niggles fixing but apart from the it was lovely"
Reviewed by Jason5.0★Sep 2024
"Had to unblock the sink in the bedroom."
Couldn't use channel changer. No where to put rubbish as the bin was full when we arrived. Left our rubbish at the side of the bin. We had to bring bottles and cans back home with us. The chairs in the lounge were old and rickety. But the weather was great and the accommodation was quite and peaceful.
Reviewed by Barbara3.4★Sep 2024
"A delightful cottage which was almost Tardis-like on entering."
The Welcome pack was far beyond our expectations and most enjoyable. The beds were exceptionally comfortable and bedroom storage was more than ample. The only slight negative relates to the sofa which seems to be a little tired and the two arm chairs are dated. All in all a wonderful stay.
Reviewed by Peter4.4★Aug 2024
"Lovely quiet stay, could not fault the accomodation, thankyou for the welcome pack, would definately stay again."
Reviewed by Alan5.0★Aug 2024
"Lovely cottage in an excellent location,
We really enjoyed ourselves."
It could do we a really good clean and new pillows but it’s a fantastic little place to stay
Will definitely recommend
Reviewed by Marilyn3.4★Jul 2024
"A lovely cottage in a fabulous garden enhanced by the art work of the owner."
I was sorry to leave.
Reviewed by Lindsay5.0★Jul 2024
"We left feedback on a couple of matters in the property before we left for Lyme Bay holidays."
Otherwise, it was a great second stay in this property. It is so well located for walking into Lyme but also for travelling by car or bus to other parts of Dorset and Devon. It is very comfortable, well equipped and clean. Being able to sit out on the terrace and observe the scenery and listen to the birds is most relaxing.
Reviewed by Yvonne4.7★Jun 2024
"Lovely accommodation, perfect location, very restful."
Easy to get lots of different places.
Reviewed by Jacqueline5.0★May 2024
"The Stable was very comfortable and well-equipped, everything worked properly and the parking spot near the door was very convenient, as was a bedroom with level access for my less mobile relative."
The deck out back was lovely though damp weather meant we didn't use it during this visit.
The only small difficulty was finding the property when we arrived in the dark. Satnav took us to the private road which has different branches, named properties and no numbers, so it took a bit of trial and error. Now I have found it I would be very happy to stay there again.
Reviewed by Stephanie5.0★Sep 2023
"Overall very clean and well presented but furniture requires updating."
Bed 1 duvet and mattress needs replacing, dips badly and fraying, TV so old! No WI-FI for 5 of the 7 days, Lyme Bay Holidays emailed owner, no response but chased after 3 days then rectified. Property in quiet position but pictures misleading. No outlook front or back due to tall trees and shrubbery. 10 min walk down steep hill to centre and sea front of lovely Lyme Regis but follow the river walk and it’s flat. Bus stop on main road opposite entrance to the property, very useful !!! If the above issues were rectified would possibly return. Lyme Bay Holidays we’re very helpful and efficient.
We are sorry to hear about the WIFI issues and glad that we could assist you. We have asked our Housekeeping Team to check the duvet and mattress.
We hope that you enjoyed your stay.
The Lyme Bay Team
Property Owner
Reviewed by Josephine2.8★Sep 2023
"Loved the private and quiet setting and that the property has 2 bathrooms."
Nice to be out of the busy town despite the 20m walk down/up the hill.
Initial issues with food in the dishwasher, shortage of glasses and a bulb not working were resolved within hours, than you Lyme Bay Holidays.
Feedback.. please reinvest some rent on a tax-deductable new bed. The old one is lumpy and threadbare at the edges.
Overall very happy with our stay.
We were pleased to assist you and are pleased that you enjoyed your stay.
The Lyme Bay Team
Property Owner
Reviewed by David4.1★Aug 2023
"The stable was clean and functional, we had three problems, one, the shower in twin room was not getting hot, two, the remote for the TV was missing, and one of the wooden chairs came apart."
We rang to let lyme bay, holidays know, could not fault them, they came straight away and sorted out issues, excellent service.
The furniture needs updating, the sofa was ok, but the two wooden chairs, antique, were not fit for purpose, the double bed mattress needs replacing, it was so old and lumpy. Also the garden hedges around the decking were very overgrown. Will not return to that property.
Thank you for your feedback. We can confirm that the mattress was replaced by the owner at the end of 2023.
The Lyme Bay Team
Property Owner
Reviewed by Roger3.1★Aug 2023
"The Stable is a beautiful place to stay."
Quiet, secluded area but close enough to Lyme Regis to walk to the beach (definitely harder on the walk back uphill however)
The property itself is gorgeous with a mixture of the old and new and would happily stay here again
Only faults, the double bed could do with replacing as its got a massive dip on each side which can be slightly uncomfortable. Also the plants surrounding the terrace need cutting back
All in all a great time and would have no trouble reccommending the Stable to others
The mattress has been replaced by the owner. Thank you for your feedback.
The Lyme Bay Team
Property Owner
Reviewed by Oliver4.4★Aug 2023
"We spent a chilly August weekend in a cold cottage with no heating."
Owners do not welcome you or share their contact details.
We're sorry to hear that despite the owner's best efforts to assist you with providing heating for your stay, you were still chilly. The property is managed via the local agents, who liaised on your behalf with the owner over the heating issue. The property is kept at 20 degrees via a thermostat. Heating is not kept on full time during the summer.
The Lyme Bay Team
Property Owner
Reviewed by Jon2.5★Aug 2023
"The location was very pleasant, the overall standard was was also good, although the lounge area seating was basic and would benefit from updating."
Located about a mile from the sea front it is a good walk especially on returning due to the rising route.
Reviewed by Barry4.4★Jul 2023
"Everything was good but a couple of things kitchen tap was loose and plug was ..."
Everything was good but a couple of things kitchen tap was loose and plug was stuck in toilet sink in double bedroom was reported but nobody came to look before we left
Reviewed by Bernadette4.7★Jul 2023
"We really enjoyed our stay at the Stable."
It was secluded and quiet but within walking distance of Lyme Regis, which we liked, as it saved driving and parking every day. We felt the images of the front of the property and the terrace/patio at the back were slightly misleading, as the trees/shrubs are quite overgrown in reality. We would have liked the plants/shrubs on the terrace to have been trimmed back, but otherwise it was lovely.
Thank you for your comments. We have contacted the owner as they arrange for the garden to be maintained. We will also organise a re-shoot of the exterior in due course to update our marketing pictures.
The Lyme Bay Team
Property Owner
Reviewed by Yvonne4.7★Jun 2023
"We enjoyed our stay at this property."
It is in an excellent location and it is very well equipped. However, we were seriously inconvenienced by the skylight in the main bedroom. It has no blind and is east-facing, so the light at daybreak is very bright. We recommend the installation of a blind!
We really enjoyed sitting out on the terrace but the website photographs of it are dated.
We are sorry to hear that you were disrupted by the early morning sun, and have asked the owner is they will consider fitting a blind.
We will also review the marketing photos to ensure they still provide an updated reflection of the property.
The Lyme Bay Team
Property Owner
Reviewed by Nick4.7★Jun 2023
"Lovely property."
Very handy to visit several nearby places. Would certainly return again.
Reviewed by David4.7★Jun 2023
"Lovely welcome pack on arrival."
The stables has everything you need. Very clean and comfortable stay. Quiet location but close to lyme regis and amenities. Underfloor heating was appreciated as it was cold for a few days but the stables stays warm for ages.(May was still 12 degrees). The only reason I put 4 stars was lyme bay holidays forgot the welcome book for 2 days and it took a while to work everything out. Lovely stay , lovely area, lovely cottage.
Reviewed by Janet5.0★May 2023
"Tastefully furnished and decorated."
Lovely peaceful location.
Reviewed by Derek5.0★Apr 2023
"Ideal quiet property with nice natural setting away from the main hub of town."
Probably more suited to good walkers as it is a good hike from the sea front. There is a bus stop opposite the private drive with buses both directions hourly so still a good property to access Lyme and neighbouring towns. Nearest pub/restaurant/hotel within a reasonable walking distance. Can’t fault the facilities or cleanliness of the property with safe private parking and nice views over the valley.
Reviewed by Sean5.0★Sep 2022
"A lovely cottage and very clean, good space, and peaceful surroundings."
Lovely welcome package and everything was there to make our stay easy including washing liquid; cloths and bin bags. Feedback for improvement:-
1/ washing machine leaked due to a broken inner tube which we did report to the letting company.
2/ recommend insect/ mosquito repellent:- plug ins for rooms and candles for outside - would make night times more comfortable
3/ children’s crockery and cutlery (ie things that won’t break due to small hands) - plastic or bamboo cups/ bowels and plates
4/ we separated our rubbish but found no recycling - would be good
Reviewed by Shama5.0★Aug 2022
"The property was beautifully presented and plenty of room for our family of four."
My worry before the visit was that it wouldn’t be very private- as it’s attached to the main house, but it was well sectioned off and there was plenty of privacy- apart from a delightful dog being nosey and poking his head through the gate! Parking and access was also very easy - which is great for Lyme Regis!
There is a lovely terrace overlooking a garden with table and chairs which we made good use of. My only comment would be if you had young children I don’t think there was access to the garden for the stable - which was absolutely fine for us as our children are adults- but might be disappointing for younger families.
All in all we couldn’t fault it and had a lovely holiday- would definitely stay there again.
Reviewed by John5.0★Jul 2022
"Excellent two bedroom bungalow style property."
Very clean and well laid out.
Could benefit from a tumble dryer but enjoyed our stay.
Reviewed by Richard5.0★Jun 2022
"Great place to stay and fabulous locaton."
This is our second stay here as a family of 4 and would highly recommend.
Reviewed by siobhain5.0★Jun 2022
"Cottage very clean and bright."
Sofa and chairs very uncomfortable. No shaving point in either bathroom. Temperature control on showers needs fixing - Very hot or freezing cold. We did not appreciate how hilly Lyme Regis is. Would say the 15/20 minute walk advertised to and from Lyme very ambitious - especially walking back up the hills. Those with walking difficulties or older guests would definitely struggle. Having said all that we did enjoy our stay and break.
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
Single-storey
Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size with en-suite with walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x twin with en-suite with walk-in shower, basin and WC
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area
Gas central heating
Electric oven, grill and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher
Smart TV, DVD player, CD player, WiFi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Parking for 2 cars
Outside decking area, furniture
1 well behaved dog is allowed
No smoking
Shop 0.7 miles, pub 0.6 miles
The property
Situated within walking distance of the charming town of Lyme Regis, is this beautifully presented cottage, The Stable.
The ideal location for families on holiday or couples travelling together, the property has everything needed for a relaxing and pleasant stay.
The bright and airy open-plan living space feels really homely and has an attractive sitting area overlooking French doors which open onto the appealing outside decking area.
You can imagine spending time out here if the weather allows, enjoying some alfresco drinking and dining with the family.
The kitchen is extremely well-equipped with everything you could possibly need to prepare some tasty food for your holiday party and the cottage has an inviting dining area, perfect for pulling up a chair and enjoying long, leisurely meals together; somewhere you can really get into the holiday spirit.
Both bedrooms are stylishly presented with captivating views over the gardens and are a simply wonderful place to lay your head after a hard day of holidaying and the ideal place to wake up to in the morning.
Getting out and about exploring isn’t a problem with the cottage ideally situated within walking distance of the enthralling town of Lyme Regis with its maze of streets showcasing a great selection of shops, boutiques, cafes, bars and restaurants.
There is also a fascinating museum and aquarium here as well as the world-famous Cobb Causeway.
Hop in the car to discover a wealth of attractions for the whole family to enjoy including the Jurassic Fun Centre, Dinosaurland Fossil Museum, Seaton Tramway, Pecorama and Tunnel Tree Tops high ropes and zip wire.
It’s all about the beaches in Dorset of course so make sure you pay a visit to West Bay, Bridport, Charmouth and Chesil, to name just a few.
The Stable is the perfect base for exploring the delights of Dorset.
Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £250.
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!
