Guests say
Fawley is a well-regarded property in Lyme Regis, Dorset, praised for its cleanliness, ample space, and convenient parking. Guests appreciate its quiet location, ideal for beach and town access. The property is described as homely, with thoughtful touches like a welcome goody bag. Some minor maintenance issues and suggestions for improvements are noted, but overall, guests report enjoyable stays and would consider rebooking.
The property consistently receives high marks for cleanliness, with multiple reviews describing it as 'spotlessly clean'. This indicates a well-maintained and hygienic environment.
The location is highly praised for being quiet and ideal for accessing the town, beach, and coastal paths. The hill's presence is noted but does not detract significantly from the location's appeal.
Comfort receives positive remarks for the property's homeliness and space. However, there are suggestions for additional comfortable furniture and blackout blinds, indicating room for improvement.
Facilities are generally well-received, with ample parking and a well-equipped property. Some reviews mention issues with the shower and dishwasher size, which affects the score.
Guests mention a welcome goody bag, indicating thoughtfulness. However, as gifts are not guaranteed and there are minor suggestions for improvement, the score reflects this.
About this property
Fawley is a wonderful, detached holiday home located in Lyme Regis Dorset, on the popular UNESCO World heritage Jurassic Coast. Sleeping up to eight guests, the accommodation has been carefully considered to offer everything needed for a relaxing and enjoyable holiday amongst family and friends.
The open plan kitchen diner is the real heart of the home, bright and spacious and a great sociable space. A welcome pack for your arrival ensures a great start to your holiday and will include milk, tea and a selection of locally sourced produce and treats. The well fitted kitchen is well-equipped for preparing meals that the group can enjoy with the option of the adjoining dining area for mealtimes or guests can step outside to the seating area for alfresco entertaining when the weather allows. Spend your down time in the lounge, a restful room with feature fireplace and electric woodburning stove providing a homely feel, perfect for relaxing after day at the beach.
When it comes to nighttime, there are four bedrooms in total; a double bedroom on the ground floor and three further bedrooms situated on the first floor. The spacious king size bedroom with en-suite shower room enjoys some views over Lyme Regis and the sea beyond. The second double bedroom and the twin room, both overlooking the garden, share the family bathroom where you can truly relax and indulge with the jacuzzi bath.
Outside, the gardens wrap around the house with steps leading up to a large lawned area surrounded by pretty shrubs and planting, whilst to the side there is a gravelled seating area with table and chairs. With sandy beaches and popular visitor attractions,
Lyme Regis has all the ingredients for a fun filled seaside holiday the whole family can enjoy. Take a walk along the seafront to the famous Cobb harbour where you can enjoy water sports activities, jump aboard a boat trip or learn about the area’s diverse marine life at the Lyme Regis Aquarium. An area renowned for fossil hunters, a visit to the Charmouth Heritage Centre offers a chance to see amazing fossil collections or join in one of the guided fossil walks on the beach. For avid walkers, the South West Coastal footpath offers breath-taking scenic walks and takes in landmarks such as Golden Cap, the highest point on the south coast, as well as Charmouth and Seatown, both popular seaside locations and great spots to stop off for a cold beverage on route. Other popular days out include The Donkey Sanctuary at Sidmouth which is open all year round or the picturesque fishing village of Beer, with its galleries, gift shops and eateries.
However you plan to spend your days, Fawley will be your home-from-home for a memorable holiday exploring this stunning part of Jurassic coastline.
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!
Accommodation
Four bedrooms: 1 x king-size with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x double, 1 x ground-floor double, 1 x twin.
Bathroom with Jacuzzi bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Cloakroom with basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Sitting room with electric fire
Gas central heating.
Range cooker, microwave, 2 x fridges, washing machine.
Smart TV, WiFi., Alexa bluetooth speaker & gaming console.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for 3 cars.
Enclosed garden patio with furniture.
Two well-behaved pets welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 0.3 miles, beach 0.5 miles
Nearby points of interest
- Lyme Regis Museum
- Beer Beach
Reviews (10)
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William
We were able to park three cars (Ford Focus-sized).
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Tessa
The house was spotlessly clean, warm and comfy and the goody bag a very welcome treat, thank you! The parking was a bit tricky because of the awkward camber on the drive but with three cars in total we really appreciated it. Without it parking in Lyme would've been a nightmare! We didn't bring the dogs in the end but the house was very well equipped for them. Only a couple of minor points and suggestions. The curtains in the top double bedroom were very flimsy and kept coming off the rail. Lined curtains would be better at keeping the light out. The dishwasher is far too small: although it's hard to see where a full sized one would fit, it's quite inadequate for the number of guests the house can accommodate. Perhaps a solar light to aid parking at night would have prevented an argument with the low wall when squeezing into the double space! Finally, just a suggestion that it would be nice to have a large oven proof casserole dish - the one provided had plastic handles so we didn't use it - and not every family will eat out/have takeaways every night! Notwithstanding, it was a very comfortable and pleasant house to stay in and if we go back to Lyme again with the dogs we'd book it again.
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Liz
There was not enough loo roll to last the stay, the lack of black out blinds made sleeping difficult, the dishwasher was tiny for an 8 person house as was the freezer facility. Everything felt like it had been done to the minimum. I wasn't very impressed.