Harbourside, Axmouth Harbour, Jurassic Coast, East Devon, Sleeps 2
Location: Axmouth Harbour, Near Seaton, East Devon
Photo by Ian Barradale
This beautiful apartment couldn’t be in a better position. Situated in Lyme bay at the centre of the Jurassic coast, East Devon, a UNESCO World Heritage site with direct private access to the Marina and beach.
Harbourside makes the most of its dramatic location with huge windows to frame the picture postcard views over the historic harbour at the mouth of the river Axe. A short walk up-stream brings you to the village of Axmouth with its thatched cottages and 13th century church. Here you will find two pictureques pubs one of which, the Harbour Inn, serves excellent food. Or head West along the beach to the Victorian seaside town of Seaton with a range of traditional shops and restaurants including award winning fish and chips and a delicatessen full of locally sourced goodies.
The fishing village of Beer is a further (not too challenging ) 2 miles along a spectacular stretch of the south west coast path. For the more energetic Lyme Regis is 6 miles in the opposite direction following the very different but equally spectacular Undercliff section of this same path.. Alternatively 15 minutes by car will transport you to Lymes bustling harbour, unique shops and fabulous restaurants including Mark Hix fish and Oyster House.
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Harbourside Accommodation, sleeps 2 in one large Master Bedroom
Bedroom
Rather than fit in two rooms the owners have created one large luxurious bedroom complete with kingsize bed plenty of storage and a relaxing seating area with cosy throws to curl up with one of the many books and magazines provided for you.
Bathroom
With direct access from the bedroom and from the iner hallway the bathroom continues the luxury theme with marble tiling a large corner bath, overhead shower with glass screen, heated towel rail fluffy towels and luxury toiletries.
Kitchen
The well equipped kitchen has an electric cooker, washer/dryer, fridge with freezer compartment,microwave and that magnificent harbour view through a glass door giving access to the private terrace.We include all the crockery and utensils you could possibly need plus those extras that make meals for two a little bit special.
Lounge
This room is designed for relaxing with squashey suede effect sofas, silk curtains, soft lighting and huge windows to soak up the views. When night falls and you finally close the curtains there is a flame effect fire , digital TV, a DVD and CD player together with a small selection of discs to enjoy during your stay.
Dining Area
Open plan with the lounge to make the most of those views. The large beech table and comfy suede chairs will encourage you to linger and watch the golfers try and often fail to tackle the course on the top of Haven cliff. On arrival you will find the table already prepared for a welcoming tea complete with scones Devon clotted cream and chocolate cake. All you have to do is boil the kettle! And if you don’t feel like cooking on your first night we will leave you the menus for the Indian and Chinese take-aways both excellent and both deliver.
Views: Sea, Beach and Harbour
Terrace
Despite the luxury of the dining area we find that most of our guests are reluctant to use it preferring to eat as many meals as possible outside on Harbouside's large private terrace.You will find this fully equipped with table and chairs, parasol, loungers and barbeque.And when the sound of the surf becomes too hard to resist a small gate gives you direct private access to the beach.
Pampering on arrival
All guests are greeted with wine and chocolates with the table already set for dinner. The bed is made up with good quality linens, towels and toiletries will be waaiting for you in the bathroom and off – season the central heating will be set to ensure a warm welcome.In addition we provide cushions for the outside furniture and beach towels – with the surf so close who can resist a paddle.
Plenty to see and do: The Jurassic Coast and Lyme Bay
Whatever the weather there is always lots to amuse you in this part of South Devon. The seaside resorts of Lyme Regis, Seaton, Beer, Sidmouth, Branscombe, Budleigh Saterton and Exmouth are all close at hand each has its own unique character no two are alike and they are all worth a visit. Both Lyme and Sidmouth have a cinema and a theatre. The Seaton Tramway station is a gentle 20 minute stroll along the beach and the 6 mile journey along the Axe to Colyton is not to be missed. In addition there are glorious walks from the door, cycle ways, a water sports centre a few steps away and too many great restaurants to list.
With all of this on offer we find it amazing that many of our guests do nothing more than bird watch, boat watch and enjoy the beach!
Prices
Prices from £320 to £585.00 per week.
Sorry no dogs are accepted at this property.
Private parking for one car.
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