Snaptrip says
The Gatehouse is a quaint cottage in a picturesque rural setting near Seaton, appreciated for its character and proximity to local pubs and coastal walks. Guests enjoyed the comfortable beds and found the property to be a good base for exploring the countryside, despite some concerns over parking and in-house amenities.
Guests that stayed at this property said
The property is generally described as clean, with specific mention of nice cutlery, plates, and linen. No significant complaints about cleanliness were noted.
The location is praised for its rural charm, proximity to pubs, and coastal walks. It is considered a good starting point for exploring the area, although some guests found the parking situation challenging.
Guests found the beds comfortable and the rooms adequately sized. However, some guests mentioned issues with the lounge furniture being uncomfortable for taller individuals and the presence of trip hazards.
The facilities are seen as basic but functional. Guests reported broken blinds, lack of storage, and minimal kitchenware. The Wi-Fi and TV services were also found to be lacking, and the garden furniture in need of maintenance.
While fresh strawberries were mentioned as a nice touch, there is insufficient information to assess the overall thoughtfulness of the host, such as consistent provision of welcome gifts or additional amenities that cater to guest comfort.
About this property
Enjoying a delightful rural setting on the outskirts of the picturesque village of Axmouth near to Seaton in Devon, is this charming, thatched cottage, The Gatehouse. Perfect for a large family or a group of friends travelling together, The Gatehouse boasts a wealth of traditional features helping to create a perfectly rustic holiday venue. From the stunning thatched roof outside to the feature fireplaces and original ceiling beams inside, The Gatehouse offers a truly welcoming space to its guests. The sitting room is warm and inviting with ample seating and delightful picture windows letting the light flood in, whilst the adjoining dining room is an elegant space which lends itself to long, sociable mealtimes spent around the rustic dining table. The kitchen has everything you could want to create inspiring cuisine for your guests and if the weather allows then why not take your meal outside to the beautiful, lush gardens where there is furniture all ready for you to enjoy time eating and drinking alfresco? When it's time for bed, take your pick from either of the two king-size bedrooms or the double. All are beautifully presented with charming features such as traditional fireplaces, picture windows and feature walls, which help to create a truly relaxing, rustic vibe. Imagine waking up to those countryside views in the morning and planning your day of adventures which await literally on the doorstep with the charming village of Axmouth with its beautiful church, traditional Devon cottages and two fantastic village pubs, within walking distance of the cottage. Hop in the car for a short but visually rewarding journey to attractions such as Seaton Tramway to Colyton, Seaton Wetlands Nature Reserve, Beer Quarry Caves and Axe Valley Wildlife Park. Beaches worth a visit while you’re in the area include Monmouth, Seatown, Charmouth, Sidmouth and Exmouth with popular towns such as Axminster, Weymouth, Branscombe and Chard also a must-visit for travellers. The Gatehouse offers guests the ultimate rural idyll.
Seaton is a seaside town in East Devon on the south coast. It faces onto Lyme Bay, to the west of the mouth of the River Axe with red cliffs to one side and white cliffs on the other. Axmouth and Beer are nearby. A sea wall provides access to the mostly shingle beach stretching for about a mile, and a small harbour. Seaton is on the stretch of Devon coastline, known as the Jurassic Coast, a designated World Heritage Site, and the town offers a good range of shops, friendly cafes, restaurants and pubs.
Accommodation
Three bedrooms: 2 x king-size, 1 x double.
Bathroom with bath with shower over, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Dining room.
Sitting room.
Cloakroom with basin and WC
Oil fired central heating.
Electric oven, grill and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine/tumble dryer, hairdryer.
Smart TV, Bluetooth speaker, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Allocated parking for 1 car, additional on-road parking nearby, subject to availability.
Large gardens to rear, lawns, shrubberies, furniture.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 1.6 miles, pub 0.4 miles.
Note: There are steps leading down to the gardens at the rear of the cottage so please bear this in mind when booking.
Note: Due to the cottage being thatched, fires are not allowed in the open fireplace.
Please note when booking this property the front door has restricted height.
Nearby points of interest
- Beer Beach
- Lyme Regis Museum
Reviews (8)
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Tom
We were looking for somewhere to chill for a few days and this ticked all the boxes. Just a short drive from Seaton and Lyme Regis it was an ideal location for our break. The cottage is well equipped and comfortable. I noted on an earlier review that someone said there was only room for a small car where in reality if you park sensibly you can easily fit two cars. Two great pubs close by, both dog friendly, with the Harbour Inn being our favourite. Would certainly recommend this location to anyone looking for a break!
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Georg
Der Ort ist ein guter Ausgangspunkt für Wanderungen an der Küste. Als Familie mit 3 Jungs (15, 12, 8) konnten wir auch gut einen Regentag in dem Häuschen verbringen.
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Alison Sullivan
Directions to the property were clear for us although we knew the area as had stayed in different properties in the area over the years. The one parking space is tricky as its on an incline which makes it difficult to park and really only enough room for a small to medium car. As stated there is parking further down the road, the right hand side is private and allocated to other houses. The left there is a bay which can fit two cars in, although these spaces were taken the whole time we were there, one car didn't move. Therefore unfortunately parking is very tricky as the road is a single lane track. Inside the cottage is cosy, however there is a musty smell to it considering age its to be expected. Also the heating is oil fired and there is a smell of oil especially in the downstairs toilet. It was fine for us as it adds to the character of the property however those with health conditions it could be a problem. Kitchen area fairly small but had everything you need, it also has a small round dining table. The back room has a large dining table which leads to the stairs just bear in mind the stairs are winding. Upstairs there are three good sized bedrooms as previous reviewers have said there is only a small wardrobe for clothing, no chest of drawers etc to put clothes in. Bathroom we felt was quite narrow especially to the toilet however the shower was good and bath adequate. As said in other reviews the rugs in the lounge keep bunching up which causes a trip hazard. There is nowhere to put shoes or coats just adding a coat rack and shoe storage would be very beneficial. Wifi is intermittent as location is rural. There are two pubs on the main street in Axmouth The Ship Inn and The Harbour Inn. The walk is roughly 15 minutes from cottage to The Ship. I highly recommend The Ship the staff are welcoming and the food was excellent we went back a few times as we enjoyed it that much! We walked to Seaton from the cottage which was roughly 40 minutes but a nice walk where you can see the estuary and Axmouth harbour. The nearest food store is Tesco which is 24 hour, only a 10 minute drive. Overall we had a pleasant stay at The Gatehouse, beautiful countryside, relaxing and comfortable.