3 Bedrooms, 2 bathrooms of which 1 family bathroom and 1 en suite
Furniture:
Double beds (3), Cots (1), Dining seating for 6, Lounge seating for 6
Other:
Linen and towels provided Highchair available
Outdoors:
Private garden, BBQ
Access:
Secure parking
Further details indoors: Sleeps 6 + Cot 3 good sized bedrooms 2 King beds (can be twins), 1 Double + cot, 1 Ensuite shower + Family Bathroom bath & shower (modern electric showers good water pressure) + separate loo Real Oak Flooring - Axminster Carpet in bedrooms . Laundry Room Central heating & Open Fire with fuel provided Complimentary Wi Fi 3 TVs with DVDs, i pod dock, alarm clocks, hair driers Spacious dining room seats 6 and sitting room with open fire Generous seasonal central heating included in tariff Well stocked games box for children and lots of books, DVDs and CDs for all ages 6 Acres plus gardens - all enclosed
Welcome refreshments.
Beds with luxurious duck down mattress toppers made up with 5 towels per person.
Seniors: All available at NO extra charge: folding wheel chair, rotating and adjustable shower stool, Spa step, portable higher loo seat, portable suction grabs, alarm bell in bathroom, swing bin in bathroom, 2 adjustable mini tables for use with sofa/chair, waterproof mattress protector for any sized bed, easy bottle & can opener - all available on request. Lever taps and knee high and mid wall sockets for ease of use. Partial wheel chair users fine i.e. limited mobility. All available at NO extra charge: Cot (120cm x 60cm), change mat, waterproof protectors for beds, potties, baby monitor, high chair, utensils available. (Bring own cot mattress and bedding) Tea towels and starter pack of washing up liquid, some dish and laundry washer tablets, cloths, some loo rolls all included Mid week towel change if required. 2 Beach Towels provided. Ice box, picnic blanket, rucksack , childrens beach toys all available for your use. OS Maps, walking books, local information, binoculars for wild life watching at property Personal greeting from Joy on arrival. Joy your host is a true local and font of information on the area.
Further details outdoors: Spacious, tidy and lots of childrens playing space in gardens, paddock and fields. Large enclosed garden with BBQ Large solid wooden picnic bench plus garden furniture and parasols. Overlooking its own gardens with 2 meadows of 6 acres for you to roam. Outside washing line as well as laundry room with washer and drier. Ample well lit off road private parking for 6 + cars and space for a boat.
See link to our home web site at bottom of this advert in box called "Enquire"
Further details
Link to our home web site at bottom of this advert (See "Enquire") - with live on line booking and video of Goodlands
No booking fees and no agency fees. No surcharge on debit card payments.
Full information sent on booking with directions etc.
Conditions
Regret no pets and no smoking inside property.
No surcharge for debit card payments
£100 refundable Damages Bond taken with balance returned after cleaning.
Link to our home web site at bottom of this advert in the box called "Enquire"
Full arrival information and directions sent on booking and link to our home web site with live on line booking & video.
*Wheel Chair users please check with owner before booking - suitable for those with partial mobility. If you use a chair bring own ramp for front step entrance through front door. Phone to discuss your requirements so we can reassure you on what we can offer.
Goodlands is set in An Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty here on the Devon Dorset border in the middle of the Jurassic World Heritage Coast which stretches for 95 miles recording 180 million years in time.
Goodlands is just a 5 minute drive to Lyme Regis an historic seaside town famous for its fossils with a sandy beach as well. Excellent walking inland and along the Coastal Path.
To the west are the seaside towns of Seaton, Beer, Branscombe, Exmouth & Sidmouth and travelling to the east along the South Dorset coast we have the nearby Chesil Beach, Abbotsbury, Portland with its new Olympic Marina and Weymouth. Inland Exmoor and Dartmoor can be visited in a day trip. For those who enjoy visiting National Trust locations and castles there is nearby Montecute Hous, Forde Abbey, Sherborne and Powderham Castles.
The Lyme Regis / Uplyme area
On our doorstep is the sea side town of Lyme Regis is famous for fossil hunting. Experts take out fossil hunting walks from Lyme Regis and nearby Charmouth. Pretty beach huts on the historic Monmouth Beach at Lyme and an area of sandy beach by the historic Cobb. You can while away the hours in the old town of Lyme with its Mill and enchanting back streets full of fascinating shops from the Micro Brewery and Cheesemonger to the art Galleries. Lyme Regis is the perfect place for a family holiday. The area is a foodies paradise with Mark Hix's Oyster and Fish House also in Lyme Regis and just 3 minutes drive away and TV chef Hugh Fearnley Whittingstall's River Cottage for meals and events is just 3 minutes drive from Goodlands. At nearby Burton Bradstock a glorious beach with well known The Hive Beach Cafe.
Lots to see and do for children several nearby seaside towns, the Dinosaur Museum, Beer Caves, Pecorama, Cricket St. Thomas Wildlife Park, Sidmouth Donkey Sanctury and Seaton Tram are just an example of the nearby local attractions. Plenty of holiday information at the property. Joy, your Host who greets you personally on arrival, is a true local and font of information.
A congenial climate all year round and a great place for visiting with plenty to see and do all year around.
How to get there
Goodlands, Lyme Regis
What's nearby:
Attractions
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Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Exeter: 35 km
Railway:
Axminster: 5 km
Ferry:
Weymouth: 55 km
Just 2.3 miles from Lyme Regis. Just over 1 mile from TVs River Cottage HQ.
Under 3 hours drive from London.
Hourly train service from London Waterloo to Axminster and then a 3 minute taxi ride or local bus to door.
2 miles from Axminster Train Station with a Bus Stop just within walking distance of Goodlands (Number 31 from Axminster Train Station & Lyme Regis).
Exeter Airport 45 minutes drive - local taxi service can collect - details on request.
Full Directions with Google map on this page or on home web site. Please print off and ensure ALL drivers have a copy directions so you get the very best and happy start to your holiday!
Goodlands is on the well signed are of "Raymonds Hill" which is on the Charmouth Road (A35) on same side of road as" Hunters Lodge Inn". If you go past Goodlands then turn in the pub car park. Goodlands is almost opposite "Perry Marine" (with boats often on the forecourt, with entrance signed (just near a bus stop layby, and bright yellow extra sign with arrow put out for guests imminent arrival.
Ensure you have my mobile (given on booking) and land line numbers with you.
We ask you to phone us 20 minutes before arrival so this sign can be put on verge and we are there to greet you and show you around answering any questions you may have.
Any queries then please get in touch.
Activities near Lyme Regis
Sports: Tennis in town Horse Riding Golf within 30 mins drive Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Beach or lakeside relaxation
We wanted to find self-catering accommodation in the West Dorset / East Devon area to take two disabled relatives away for a long weekend - Goodlands proved an ideal location and Joy the owner was... more
Response: Thank you for this lovely review which highlights the complimentary mobility aids we are so pleased to make available to our guests!
It really inspires me to keep everything in tip top... more
15 Apr 2013
“Every comfort and impeccable service”
We took three generations of the family to Goodlands for an Easter break and had the most wonderful time in this home from home.
Joy is the perfect host, a cheerful, attentive force of nature... more
Response: Thank you so much for your review which we all chuckled at - every single lady should have a "big hairy man" to help when assistance is needed!
The most wonderful break in a gorgeous house. It was of the highest standard and we loved every minute of it. The beds were large and luxurious, 2 bathrooms which were clean and modern, a lovely... more
Response: What lovely words - you really inspire me & Tara to do our best at all times.
My partner booked at Goodlands for my birthday. We now feel we have been absolutely spoilt and will compare every holiday accommodation to this in future! We were spoilt for space with their being... more
Response: Thank you so much indeed! I loved having you both to visit and enjoyed your company when we had a good natter on arrival and departure.
So glad you found the kitchen had lots of useful... more
04 Jan 2013
“Absolutely the best holiday rental in the area”
We currently live overseas and were looking for a holiday rental in the Lyme area so that we could be close to our family who all live nearby. It is an area we know inside out and we think of as... more
Response: Thank you so much for this fantastic review.
A very Happy New Year.
Joy
08 Dec 2012
“Home from Home going back again and again”
what an amazing place. Joy has created another great relaxing place with lovely views of the countryside out of the large bungalow window watching the wildlife from the confront of the warm log fire behind you. With 3 rooms to choose from Joy has put her own little touches in each for that home feel we all loved. on to the kitchen With anything you could care to want, the well equipped kitchen has it all ready for use from the dishwasher to the nice sized oven Joy has thought of it all
Thank you again Joy for a lovely stay and we will be back in November 2013 Terry, T and baby Serena
Response: Its always fantastic to see our returning visitors.
This couple used to stay at our B&B regularly over the years - before their delightful little girl arrived. We are just so pleased that our child friendly Goodlands, which they tried out for the first time this year, provided a happy holiday home for the family. We now know each other so well we enjoy the annual chatty catch up!
See you next November!
Happy Christmas and a Very Happy New Year to guests past, present and future!
"Goodlands" is a very homely and well equipped holiday let. It is extremely light,airy and spacious without loosing that cosy feeling. Beautiful view from the back,perfect for watching the wildlife. The owner is extremely friendly and genuinely cares that you enjoy your stay at goodlands. Would definitely revisit!
Response: Thank you for taking the time and trouble to write such lovely lines.
Further to 2 points raised below in a previous review from a recent guest - I am pleased to report that the 2 electric Mira showers, in addition to a bath, are working beautifully and more operating instructions have been supplied to ensure no one ever gets a mere dribble when they can have a "full on" spray and good soaking!
The main water mains runs through the Goodlands land so we have an excellent water pressure throughout the property.
The oil fired boiler has just had its service and is gently humming away peacefully in the corner!
Looking forward to seeing these guests again and remember there is a 5% discount for returning visitors.
May I take this opportunity of wishing you all a very Happy Christmas and Healthy New Year to our visitors past and present.
Joy & Tara
25 Nov 2012
“Superb accomodation”
Joy greeted us when we arrived and explained how everything worked which was easier than finding out ourselves. The bungalow is very spacious and well equipped , with a pub/restaurant within walking distance if you wish to eat out. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
06 Nov 2012
“All home comforts and more at this spacious, well located holiday bungalow”
Joy met us at the bungalow with a warm smile and plenty of local knowledge - invaluable. Its location on the A35 is great for access to all places of interest with easy walking to Lyme Regis and its array of restaurants. The chips, fudge, cheese and locally brewed beer were great!
Response: Thank you so much for taking the time to write a line for future visitors to Goodlands to read. Glad you stocked up on local goodies!
The farm shop just along the road has a fantastic selection of local produce and best of all is open every day - so guests arriving on a Saturday can visit at their leisure on a Sunday morning.
Huge Christmas array to choose from at this time of year too.
This really is a an excellent 'luxury' rental property. You name it - 'Joy' has thought of it!
We were welcomed on our arrival by 'Joy' the perfect hostess who... more
Response: Thank you for such a great review.
It really helps future guests get a feel for the area. Very thoughtful to mention local places to visit - especially in summer for children and... more
30 Sep 2012
“SUPERB”
Just returned from a great week at Goodlands. The accommodation is fantastic, well kept, clean and everything you need is there. The lovely flowers and welcome pack on arrival is a nice touch and much appreciated. Joy is there to meet you and she is very friendly and welcoming and explains everything you need to know about the property and the surrounding areas, nothing is too much trouble even if you need to call her. Its location is ideal for the surrounding coastline of Dorset and Devon as well as the great countryside and villages. We will definitely be back again.
Response: Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a lovely line for us.
I'm so glad you liked the flowers and welcome hamper for those enjoying a weekly let. We recently received a Gold Award from Taste of the West for Hospitality and Flavour at our nearby B&B (for the breakfasts we do)and many of the gifts in the hamper are taken from our local award winning producers.
I really enjoy cleaning and looking after Goodlands and making it as nice as possible for our guests.
Thank you for staying with us and if you visit again there is a 5% discount!
Many thanks!
Joy
19 Sep 2012
“Excellent. To be commended & recommended.”
We have been self catering for 20 years in UK & Florida. This property and the Proprietors Joy & Tara exceeded our expectations. (We have so often been disapointed in UK). Property well maintained, clean, very comfortable and well equipped to a high standard. Large grassed areas for kids to let off steam. Property well sited for visiting many parts of Devon & Dorset. We will be visiting again. Ok for any folk with slight disability. Mobility aids available if requested. Joy & Tara, thanks for a great relaxing holiday.
Response: Thank you so much for this lovely review - we are always so grateful to our visitors taking the time and trouble to pen a note.
I am delighted that these guests point out that there are mobility aids available if required.
We are always so glad if guests find the property nice and clean! Its just so important!
Guests may be pleased to learn that Tara has just been listed as a Finalist for Outstanding Customer Service in the local tourism awards - we will keep you posted!
The bungalow lived up to the high expectatioins created by the website advertising. Clean, spacious and very well equiped even down to the provision of a torch to light the way back from the Pub... more
04 Aug 2012
“Clean, welcoming, well equipped”
We stayed for a week in Joy's bungalow. We were warmly welcomed and given the inside information on quick routes to lyme regis, best places to park and good places to eat and visit in the area... more
16 Jul 2012
“Perfect for families with small children - a perfect base to explore Lyme Regis”
We have just got back from a week at Goodlands where my husband and I stayed with my parents and our 3 year old son. Goodlands is perfect for children as it is all on one level and the outside area... more
Response: Thank you so much for your review. I am just delighted that the whole family enjoyed their holiday - from the tiny tots upwards!
Goodlands is set well back from the road with its own gardens... more
“Fantastic base for exploration in Lyme Regis district”
Wow. Amazing place. TripAdvisor had prepared us for a great stay - and we were not disappointed. Joy, the owner, was there to meet us as we arrived and proved an absolute treasure trove of local... more
Response: Thank you for taking the time to write such a lovely review. We are delighted that this group of friends enjoyed Goodlands and its convenient location.
I'm writing this on our third trip to Goodlands - our son actually believes this is our holiday home! Despite being located perfectly for all the attractions of Lyme Regis, East Devon and South... more
Response: Its just fantastic to have regular visitors to Goodlands!
Its good to catch up on what we have all been doing meantime! Since the last visit I was pleased to point out new shower... more
16 Apr 2012
“Everything you could possibly need”
We have never had such a well equipped cottage and a welcome pack with some amazing things included.. Two things my son has to have an open fire and a dishwasher - both with the necessary starters.... more
Response: Thank you so much. It is very kind of you to take the time to write a review for us. I am very grateful and just delighted your son had his open fire! Goodlands has both Central Heating and an... more
We found paradise this week! Wonderful holiday home, with such care taken by Joy, who is warm and friendly. Welcome hamper, flowers, fruit, wine......a great start to any holiday. Beds are so... more
Response: Thank you for your lovely line. I am so glad that you all had such a nice time. The weather was fantastic that week - Springtime can be just fabulous in Devon sometimes!
The primary purpose of our stay was to attend cookery courses at River Cottage, which is a 5 minute drive from Goodlands...very handy ! We loved the River Cottage experience, but also the great... more
Response: Delighted we combined River Cottage, toddler and whole family group. Thank you for leaving Goodlands so tidy for us. It was a pleasure to have you all visit us and hope you come again one... more
26 Feb 2012
“Fantastic cottage - cosy, welcoming, warm and lacking nothing”
What a wonderful week - Lyme Regis seems to have a micro-climate and the sun never fails to shine!! Coming from the Pennines, and snow and ice, it was a minor miracle to get some sunshine - lifted... more
Response: Well how fantastic we all enjoyed a sunny week for half term! So glad the whole family had a great holiday and left Goodlands so tidy. Returning guests get a discount - I write to you all at... more
We had a fab time at Goodlands. We were celebrating our daughter's birthday with her partner, our son, daughter-in-law and 2yr old grandson. The house was ideal because all on one level and... more
Response: Delighted that this short break went well for this family. They enjoyed a Mid Winter Feast at nearby Hugh Fearnley Whittingstall's River Cottage HQ and spent a couple of days with us at... more
02 Jan 2012
“A fantastic, comfortable, well equipped holiday home.”
We had a fantastic Christmas break at Goodlands.
The booking process was easy and Joy was keen right from the start to ensure that we had everyhing we needed particularly in terms of bedding... more
Response: Thank you for taking the time and trouble to write such a lovely line about your visit to Goodlands at Christmas. We are delighted this lovely family enjoyed their holiday at this very special time... more
07 Nov 2011
“Quite the Best Holiday Cottage we have ever stayed in!!!”
I don't really want to tell you about this cottage because if I do, you will all come running and then there won't be a week or two left free for us to return to!! However as it was quite... more
Response: We are in tears at this amazingly lovely review. I doubt I will ever have such nice words said about me or Goodlands ever again.
Reading reviews on Trip Advisor is a bit like opening a... more
A beautiful well equiped bungalow, we stayed with our son , daughter in law & 5year old grandson. It's the best self- catering holiday accomodation we have ever had. Good location for days out.... more
Response: I am so pleased that this family enjoyed their visit. Its always helpful for future guests to be able to read accounts from both seniors (see earlier reviews) and from this family with young... more
19 Oct 2011
“Ace!”
While acknowledging that this bungalow would be brilliant for a family with children, it is also fantastic for the less mobile elderly in the family too. Alongside the high chair there is also a... more
Response: Thank you so very much. This encouragement keeps me focused on striving to do even better. Readers will be pleased to learn that we are having a full redecorate in Farrow and Ball paints plus pure... more
12 Sep 2011
“Practical, clean and very family friendly accommodation”
We stayed at Goodlands the end of August. We had a brilliant week. The accommodation was fantastic, had everything we needed and was especially good for children. We took our 3 yr old who loved... more
Response: Thank you so much for taking the time & trouble to write a line for us about your happy holiday. Several families have been pleased that it is child friendly - with lots of open meadows and gardens... more
“Simply the Best - Joy you have thought of everything!”
Our family stayed for a week at 'Goodlands' in August for my wife's Birthday. We were looking for a location close to Lyme Regis and River Cottage Canteen in Axminster as we planned... more
Response: Thank you so much for taking the time and trouble to write such a lovely review for us. You left it all so tidy and I am so grateful. I have to say that all our guests this year have been brilliant... more
14 Jul 2011
“5 star accomodation, 5 star location = wonderful holiday”
'Goodlands' is perfect, the thought put into making your stay happy was amazing. Everthing from the flowers and wine that welcomed us, the comfort, the cleanliness and the location could... more
Response: Thank you for your lovely review - we are so pleased this delightful family had such a happy holiday. Joy
05 Jul 2011
“Excellent Fully Equiped Cottage”
We stayed at Goodlands as we had not visited the area for some time. Full details of the cottage and its amenities are set out on the website and therefore there is no need for me to replicate them.... more
Response: Thank you for this review. I am delighted this couple enjoyed their visit.
We have noted the comments about premium TV channels and I shall look into this.
“Excellent all round property, super equipped, home from home.”
Thank you very much for a wonderful week at Goodlands in June. The minute we arrived, we felt at home. The property was spotlessly clean and Joy had scrupulously thought of every detail to make... more
Response: Very kind of you to take the time and trouble to put such a lovely line for us. Joy
10 Jun 2011
“Fantastic place to stay”
We had a lovely time Joy is so helpful, we stayed with our daughter & son in law and a 10 Yr old and 7 yr old who loved all the space to play outside, the bungalow has everything you could need, the... more
Response: Thank you so much for doing the very first review of Goodlands! I am very grateful and thank you for taking the time and trouble to put in such a nice note for us! Many thanks indeed. Joy
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Availability notes:
Change over days Friday & Saturday in Low Season and short breaks of 2,3,4, days available. Saturday change over day for weekly lets in high season. On line booking on home web site. No agency fees, no booking fees and no debit card fees.
The owner is based in the United Kingdom and has advertised with Holiday Lettings since 2010. This bungalow has received 32 reviews from previous guests.
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