Marlborough Cottage

Rating
Sleeps 7
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 3
Pets Yes

Reviews

Mrs Bone
March 2019

“We had a problem in the first few days when both the hot water and central heating packed up.”

The owners were very quick to address the problem which took several visits from various heating engineers to properly fix. We were up and running again after 3 days.

The owners were very quick to address the problem which took several visits from various heating engineers to properly fix. We were up and running again after 3 days. Incidentally, trying to keep warm without heating was't helped by poorly fitting doors on the ground floor. Instructions how to deal with the ashes from the wood burning stove were also sadly lacking and there were also limited fire tools.

***Owner Response*** We are very sorry about the problems experienced while staying at the cottage. Our heating engineer came as soon as he could to remedy the situation. We do ensure that each bedroom has a plug in radiator which heats the rooms very quickly. The showers are electric and work independently. The cottage benefits from an oil fired Aga and large woodstove. Marlborough Cottage is 16th century with low ceilings and so the Aga and wood fired stove make the cottage very warm, rapidly. We do hope in spite of the above issues you enjoyed your time in Devon and the history of a period property we do hope you return to us soon. Owner relations
Miss Herman November 2018

“Comfortable cottage for four of us and our dog.”

Everything you needed was available Loved cooking on the Aga Cosy and warm Garden was a delight, lovely views even though the weather was not kind to us. Easy to get to Lyme Regis, Beer and the Donkey Sanctuary. Cottage nestled in a valley with easy access to the main road.
Mrs Smith October 2018

“We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Marlborough Cottage, it was comfortable and warm.”

Wouldn't want to experience all those single track roads whenever you left the cottage and back, although being so far from the main road it gave you complete peace and silence. The whole atmosphere was one of generosity and family warmth.
Ms Barnes September 2018

“I thought I was booking through Helpful Holidays as I used their website to make the booking.”

They have always offered us a helpful and personal service which focused on the things we valued. I was therefore very surprised to receive a booking acknowledgement from Sykes Cottages. The telephone service (also Sykes Cottages) was less friendly than my memories of Helpful Holidays and had more of an impersonal call centre feel. Its odd giving feedback to you on description of cottage etc when I found it on HH site. Perhaps Helful Holidays should explain on their site what their relationship is with Sykes Cottages as it is confusing for the customer. The Cottage itself (whoever is marketing it) is lovely.
Mrs Cobb May 2018

“Cannot recommend Marlborough Cottage highly enough.”

..Fantastic cottage, amazing garden in a lovely location. Lyme Regis and Beer close by for great days out. I have nothing but good things to say about Helpful Holidays, however Sykes are a total email nightmare, they constantly send emails marked as URGENT giving the impression it is something about your holiday booking when in fact they are just trying to sell holidays.
Mr Pegden May 2018

“Lovely cottage, large garden was completely enclosed & our 2 Cocker Spaniels loved it.”
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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor bedroom
Open fire
Smoke-free
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Games Room
Broadband / WiFi

The property

On the edge of Combpyne, on a quiet lane, this beautiful, thatched, detached, Grade II listed cottage has been expertly decorated and is a beautiful and relaxing place to stay.

Behind the cottage, ¾ acre of garden with connecting spaces including dining terrace (sunsets), paths through rose beds up to a lawn, wooded garden leading to a wild flower meadow, steps, summer house (cane furniture) and lovely rural views.

Games shed (compendium games table, toys for young children).Inside, stylish and contemporary.

Thatched porch to step down to large hub-of-house tile-floored kitchen/dining room (dishwasher, microwave, Aga - lit 12 September to 5 June, electric cooker) and utility room/laundry (washing machine, fridge-freezer); shower-room (suite).

Living room with beams, inglenook fireplace (woodburner), TV/DVD and window seat.

Down 2 steps into bedroom/occasional living room with 5' double bed, piano, TV/DVD and French windows to gravelled courtyard (table/chairs).

Steep stairs (handrail, low head height) up to two more double bedrooms, one with low beams, one with additional single bed; access to the other (with French upholstered bed) through neat shower-room (suite).

Bathroom (suite).

One well-behaved dog welcome.

Damages Deposit £250.

A brilliant cottage for couples or families in a hidden, yet accessible location. Combpyne: tiny village (church and a pond known as Combpyne Harbour) meandering along a rural valley.

Fine walking country.

Shop/garage at Musbury, 2 miles.

Three miles from the resort towns (sandy beaches) of Seaton and Lyme Regis.

Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall's River Cottage HQ, 3 miles.

Axminster (railway, River Cottage Canteen), 5 miles; Beer, 7.

Floorplans

1st FloorGround Floor

Accommodation

Over two floors. Three bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x ground floor double, 1 x family room with double and single beds. Sitting room with inglenook fireplace and wood burning stove. Kitchen with Aga and dining area. Utility room. Bathroom with bath, basin and WC. Ground floor shower room with shower, basin and WC. External games barn.

Amenities

Central heating, electric fires with wood burning stove
Microwave, fridge-freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with DVD, WiFi, Oil and electricity inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Cot and highchair available on request, Off road parking for two cars
One well-behaved dog welcome, Sorry no smoking
Note: The Aga is lit from 12th September to 5th June

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £250.

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About the location

COMBPYNE

Musbury 2 miles; Seaton 3 miles; Lyme Regis 3 miles; Axminster 5 miles; Beer 6 miles; Bridport 14 miles.

A tiny village (12th century church, pond known as Combpyne Harbour) meandering along a rural valley. Fine walking country.

Note: Aga - lit 12 September to 5 June. This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £250

This property offers the following short breaks:

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Off-season
Last minute
Christmas

Marlborough Cottage

Combpyne, near Lyme Regis, Devon (Ref. 976036)

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Reviews

“We had a problem in the first few days when both the hot water and central heating packed up.”

“Comfortable cottage for four of us and our dog.”

“We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Marlborough Cottage, it was comfortable and warm.”

“I thought I was booking through Helpful Holidays as I used their website to make the booking.”

“Cannot recommend Marlborough Cottage highly enough.”

“Lovely cottage, large garden was completely enclosed & our 2 Cocker Spaniels loved it.”