Meadow View Cottage

Rating
Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Pets Yes
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Features

Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Seaside
Broadband / WiFi

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* Based on a combined average customer score over the last 3 months

9 Customer Review(s)

“Overall we had a lovely time with our two dogs, lots of nice walks to go on and lots of things to see and do.”

Lympstone is a lovely little village to stay in. ...

Lympstone is a lovely little village to stay in. Property was clean and tidy, made a few suggestions in the suggestion book such as having better equipment in the kitchen- it’s self catering and should be better equipped for people to be able to cook I.e. baking equipment etc. The neighboring properties are a little possessive over parking on the road (even if you’re parked legally etc.) I woke up one morning to post-it note on my car telling me to move it up and block a door so another car could fit behind me, I did as I now knew it was fine to block this door, the next morning another resident tells me that by moving it up to where I was told to that she can’t get on/off her drive due to the size of her car...nothing hostile it’s just unpleasant to be made to feel a nuisance whilst you’re on holiday and not actually done anything wrong/illegal.

- Miss Summers, August 2020
“I thought the cottage was lovely and met all our needs.”

The village of Lympstone is very pretty and the cottage is ideally placed for all our holiday needs. However, I was not impressed by how clean it was, particularly during these current times. The lounge had clearly not been hovered or mopped properly as there was a small child’s book under the rug. The dishwasher was filthy and was full of rotten food and stank. It clearly had not been cleaned in between each stay. We did not use it as it was clear that it was not washing properly as some of the utensils were not washed properly. The cupboards had crumbs scattered over them and the cleaners drink had been left in the fridge. As the none recycled rubbish is only collected every three weeks we were greeted with filled bin bags in the garden which stayed there for the whole week, and because the collection was during our week, were required to put it all out in the street for collection. The bin had been rammed full and was extremely heavy to move. This would have been very difficult for someone less abled. I think that the holiday company should arrange for someone to collect this privately in between each stay. It might also be worth hiring a gardener as the weeds are starting to overtake both the front and back garden. Both these areas are very nice, so it would be a shame for them to be ruined. All these issues are easily solved and should be rectified as it really is a lovely cottage and deserves a good review.

- Mrs Worth, August 2020

Thank you for taking the time to complete your feedback. The cottage is lovely and we're glad you liked it, the village of Lympstone is ideally located, with a very friendly local community. The cleanliness issues have been addressed with the housekeeper, who has apologised and is currently re-training all members of staff. The owners are themselves going to the property to deal with the rubbish and to attend to the gardens. We do hope that you will visit Lympstone again and that we might see you sometime in the near future. Owner relations
“Cleanliness of the property wasn’t good.”

Considering CV19 and I specifically called up to ensure that cleaning would be efficient. The floor was rotten, covered in dog hair, sticky patches all over the kitchen floor. I had to clean the cottage too to bottom before I could allow my children in as I was not satisfied it was cleaned properly. The cottage STANK of dog, no odour sprays used to neutralise the smell. If pets are welcome that’s fine but use the correct products to neutralise the smell. Parking was difficult, if you could park at the side of the property then it’s a good 15 minute walk to a car park. The lovely village is very small with little parking. The garden isn’t suitable for small children, it’s all concrete and very steep steps that slopes.

- Mr Nolan, August 2020

Thank you for your comments. The cleanliness issues have been addressed with the housekeeper and the property has been deep cleaned. The floors in the cottage are all new. A neutraliser for pets is in place. As you'll have noted from the description of the property, Meadow View Cottage is located right in the heart of the village of Lympstone and that roadside parking is nearby or in the local car park. It may be possible to park along the road from the property, if not you can unload and your car can then be parked in the public car park which is a short walk from the cottage. The garden, of which there are pictures show that it is concrete with paving slabs Owner relations
“Really clean comfortable cottage Enjoyed our stay.”

- Mrs Oldham, March 2020
“A very nice, well appointed cottage”

- Mr King, March 2020
“Lovely cosy cottage, ideal for dog walking, lovely pubs close by.”

.. everything we wanted. We could not fault the cottage other than a few more instructions re boiler and cooker controls would have been helpful... also a receptacle in the kitchen for food waste making sorting for rubbish collections easier. We will definitely book again through Sykes and the customer service is excellent.

- Mrs Fox, February 2020
“Hugely disappointed with Sykes on this booking.”

The floors were disgusting, so much so I mopped them myself after my 8 month old baby was covered in filth from them. The heating in the second bedroom did not work too so we had half of our party returning home as they could not use the room. When I spoke to sykes they sorted the floors and gave us a radiator for the second room. Unfortunatley it was too late for our family as they had to return to cornwall. The heating in the second bedroom was also known about as the guest book mentions it in October 2019!! Parking is not 5 minutes away it is a good 15 minute walk away - which didnt bother us it would just have been nice to know in advance! The cottage itself is lovely, no expense spared in furnishings. The tv signal came and went, maybe due to the storms. Welcome pack again was lovely. I would most definitely look into the agent looking after this property as the cleanliness was just not acceptable to us. I took pictures of all the cobwebs and filthy mop bucket water to pass on. I hope this is constructive feedback as I said the cottage itself is so so lovely. I am sure the owner has out a lot of thought and effort into making it a home from home.

- Miss Barrett, February 2020
“We had a most enjoyable stay over new year.”

The cottage has everything you need and is very quaint and pretty. On arrival there was a welcome package of cupcakes, biscuits, Prosecco and milk in the fridge, much appreciated. The parking was a little tricky but we always got a space in the side street just up from the cottage. Lovely cottage.

- Mr Marriott, December 2019
“Lovely cottage.”

Retains its country charm but everything good quality and high spec. Parking a bit tricky and downstairs loo on the small side to say the least (!) but otherwise a wonderful little place. Loved the welcome wine and treats.

- Mr Roberts, September 2019
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The property

Meadow View Cottage is a beautifully finished, traditional cottage right in heart of Devons picture perfect village of Lympstone.

Inside, the cottage has been recently renovated and is stylish, warm and welcoming.

In the sitting room comfy sofas in front of a cosy fire make the perfect spot to relax, whilst in the well-appointed kitchen/diner there are modern furnishings, sleek surfaces and everything you’ll need during your stay.

Upstairs, you’ll find two comfy bedrooms with landing steps to family bathroom with huge walk in shower.

Outside (accessed via stone steps) you can relax in the sunny terraced garden with a good book and a glass of wine, or seek shade in the chic summer house.

Lympstone is a very pretty village, little changed over the years and home to several good food pubs – ideal for an evening meal.

The sandy beach at Exmouth is a short drive away, or alternatively you can walk along the Avocet Line, a gentle foot/cycle path along the eastern banks of the Exe, taking in the views before catching the train home at the end of your relaxing day on the sand.

Exmouth has plenty of shops, cafes and eateries or how about a sedate promenade along the idyllic Esplanade.

For the more adventurous there’s a whole host of watersports activities along the unique waterfront.

You won't be short of things to do during your holiday and this wonderful cottage is the perfect place to rest and enjoy a memorable stay.

Summary

Two bedrooms: 1 x Double Bed, 1 x twin
Bathroom with walk-in shower, basin and WC
Kitchen with dining area
Utility
Sitting room
Gas central heating
Gas fire
Gas aga style oven and hob, microwave, fridge-freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer
Smart TV and WiFi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Cot & highchair available on request
Roadside parking nearby or local car park
Private terraced garden with furniture and summer house
Two-well behaved dogs welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Pub and shop 5 mins walk away

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £100.

About the location

Lympstone

Lympstone is a picturesque fishing village situated on the shore of the Exe Estuary with stunning panoramic views from the edge of Exeter, over to Powderham Castle, Dawlish Warren and the edge of Exmouth. Situated on the SW Coastpath, the longest National Trail in the country with its superb coastline and Exe Cycle Trail, 26 miles linking Lympstone with Exmouth, Exeter and Dawlish it offers an unforgettable experience for cyclists and walkers to enjoy stunning views of the estuary. You will find four thriving pubs, a café, village shop/post office and Michael Caine’s Lympstone Manor, Lympstone’s very own Michelin Star Restaurant, together with a quaint harbour. Lympstone boasts its own train station with regular trains to the historic Cathedral City of Exeter and beyond. The traditional seaside town of Exmouth is just 3 miles away with its two miles of golden sandy beach making it perfect for watersports enthusiasts to enjoy kite surfing, kayaking, windsurfing, SUP, wakeboarding and water-skiing or families to enjoy a day on the beach. Exmouth’s new multi-million pound beach front Watersport Centre is due to open for Summer 2020. Exmouth lies at the gateway of the The Jurassic Coast, a World Heritage site dating back over 250 million years covering 95 miles of stunning coastline, rich in geological interest with spectacular scenery.

Meadow View Cottage

Lympstone, Devon (Ref. 1002967)

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Reviews & Ratings

“Overall we had a lovely time with our two dogs, lots of nice walks to go on and lots of things to see and do.”

“I thought the cottage was lovely and met all our needs.”

“Cleanliness of the property wasn’t good.”

“Really clean comfortable cottage Enjoyed our stay.”

“A very nice, well appointed cottage”

“Lovely cosy cottage, ideal for dog walking, lovely pubs close by.”

“Hugely disappointed with Sykes on this booking.”

“We had a most enjoyable stay over new year.”

“Lovely cottage.”

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Lympstone