Guests say
Strathaven is a well-regarded cottage in Uplyme, appreciated for its comfortable interiors, beautiful garden, and lovely location. Guests have enjoyed the quality kitchen equipment and the spaciousness, with big windows offering wonderful views. Some minor maintenance issues were noted, but these do not significantly detract from the overall positive experience.
The property is generally well-maintained, with only one mention of mould on a shower curtain and a rusty garden furniture set. The rest of the property appears to be clean and tidy.
The location is frequently praised for its loveliness and the property's situation, with a walk into Lyme being a highlight. However, access may not be suitable for those with mobility issues.
The bungalow is described as comfortable and pleasant, with good quality kitchen equipment and a large garden. Some guests mentioned issues with light curtains and a small bathroom, slightly affecting the comfort score.
Facilities are generally good, but several reviews mention minor maintenance issues such as stiff locks, broken bins, and a need for better garden furniture. A freezer and more recycling options were also suggested.
There are no mentions of gifts or special thoughtful touches provided by the hosts, so it is not possible to score this category.
About this property
Nestling in the picturesque village of Uplyme near Lyme Regis in Dorset, is this well-maintained and spacious holiday bungalow, Strathaven. The perfect holiday home for families and groups travelling together, Strathaven rests in delightful and extensive gardens which offer a peaceful sanctuary away from the hustle and bustle of holiday life. The interior is just as enticing as the outside with a warm and welcoming sitting room inviting visitors in with elevated views a particular focal point of the room. The kitchen/diner offers an attractive space in which to spend time with the kitchen itself fully fitted with everything needed to cater for your party’s culinary needs and an elegant dining area overlooking the stunning gardens. There are a number of choices for where to eat from the informal breakfast bar to the more formal dining table as well as outside on the patio which has impressive views over the gardens and beyond. Wherever you choose to eat, there is no doubt that many happy hours will be spent enjoying eating, drinking and spending time together. When bedtime calls, guests can select from whichever bedroom suits - a king-size, a twin or a single; all are stylishly presented and provide rewarding views over the beautifully maintained gardens. Exploring Dorset couldn’t be easier from Strathaven, with the unspoilt village of Uplyme within a short walk and delightful Lyme Regis just a few miles away where you can find a great range of shops, bars, boutiques and restaurants, a museum, aquarium, harbour, causeway and beach. Jump in the car for a scenic car journey to any one of a number of family attractions such as Beer Quarry Caves, Seaton tramway, Pecorama, Jurassic Fun Centre and Tunnel Tree Tops. Strathaven offers visitors the ultimate holiday haven.
The beautiful countryside surrounding the village of Uplyme, on the borders of Devon and Dorset, is a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, criss-crossed by bridleways and footpaths including the East Devon Way, and providing perfect country walks and superb views. The area was chosen by TV chef Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall for his River Cottage HQ at Park Farm, where you can treat yourself to a great meal. Just a short drive takes you to the stunning Jurassic Coast at Lyme Regis. This delightful historic seaside town boasts a maze of narrow streets, with an interesting array of shops and cafes, whilst the sandy beach lends itself to great bathing and watersports, and the bustling little harbour offers regular fishing trips, or try your hand at fossil hunting. Within an easy drive is the quaint town of Axminster, or how about a ride on the Seaton Tramway? A glorious location for a varied and interesting holiday.
Accommodation
Single-storey.
Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size, 1 x twin, 1 x single.
Bathroom with bath with shower over, basin, towel rail and WC.
Separate WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Sitting room
Gas central heating.
Electric oven and grill, gas hob, microwave, fridge with ice box, washing machine/tumble dryer, dishwasher, hairdryer.
Two TVs, DVD player, CD player, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen, towels and travel cot included in rent.
Off-road parking for 2 cars.
Gardens with lawns, terraces and furniture.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 0.2 miles, pub 0.1 miles.
Note: Children will require supervision in the gardens due to terraced areas so please bear this in mind when booking.
Note: There are external steps with handrail leading to the property so please bear this in mind when booking
Reviews (8)
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Kimberley
It is in a lovely location, the East Devon Way footpath runs along the bottom of the garden, a beautiful 20 minute walk along the river into Lyme Regis. We didnât want to leave and would love to stay again. As per previous reviews the property would benefit from some minor maintenance, in particular the bathroom cold tap is very hard to turn on and off. The owners may also wish to review the rubbish collection instructions for the property. We arrived to find items already in the recycling box, by collection day (2 days into our 7 day stay) the box was full. The property information pack advised the gardener would put the recycling box out on collection day. Sadly this wasnât the case so we had nowhere to put our recycling all week. Weâd have happily put the box out if we werenât advised the gardener would be coming to do this.
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Beverley
Unfortunately the shower curtain was covered in mould and the cold tap did not work. The garden furniture was rusty which did not make it appealing to sit outside as well as the vegetation having taken over the front patio. The situation of the bungalow was perfect and overall the accommodation was good, however because of the lack of personal contact with the agent I will not book again.
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Pauline
Curtain rails and shower curtain need a bit of TLC but on the whole is well maintained and comfortable. Only downside was the property details listed 2 off road parking spaces but on reading the guest information you are asked not to block access to the garage up and over double door, which is where the parking spaces are in front of, and advises using a parking space located beyond the gate at the top of the garden (key supposedly on keyring but is actually a combination padlock so no access from the property). Access to the the property is up about 15 steps at the side of the garage then up the sloping garden path so it would not be suitable for anyone with mobility issues.