Guests say
The Old Garage in Lyme Regis is a spacious and comfortable property with stunning sea views and a convenient location close to the town centre. Guests appreciate the ample living space, the well-equipped kitchen, and the property's unique charm. While some guests have highlighted issues with cleanliness and maintenance, others have had positive experiences, enjoying the property's outdoor decking and thoughtful welcome packs.
Reviews indicate a mixed experience with cleanliness. Some guests found the property well-maintained, while others reported issues such as unclean kitchenware and a lack of a welcome pack. There were also comments about a musty smell and the need for a deep clean, suggesting room for improvement.
The property's location is highly praised for its proximity to the town centre and beautiful views of Lyme Bay. Guests appreciate the short walk into town and the convenience of local amenities, although some noted noise from nearby establishments.
Guests generally find the property comfortable, with a spacious living room and main bedroom. However, some guests mentioned issues with the twin room being overly warm and noisy, and the presence of a musty smell in kitchen cupboards.
The property is well-furnished and guests enjoy the outdoor space. However, there are several mentions of maintenance issues such as a non-working garage door, lack of Wi-Fi despite being advertised, and the need for a washing machine. The property has received some upgrades, but further improvements are suggested.
Some guests were delighted with welcome packs containing essentials and treats, which added a thoughtful touch to their stay. However, it's important to note that such gifts are not guaranteed and may vary depending on the owner's approach.
About this property
Located in the centre of the coastal town of Lyme Regis, The Old Garage is an intriguing, two bedroom apartment offering wonderful views of the coastline and sea from the lounge and garden. Formerly a historic garage for a large house and housing one of Lyme Regis' first motor cars, the property's original character has been preserved. The modern and contemporary accommodation has everything desired for a wonderful seaside holiday. Arranged on one level, the property has been refurbished and furnished to a very high standard. The lounge is a great space with comfortable seating where you can sit back in front of the Smart TV or take in the far-reaching coastal views. A fantastic feature of the apartment is the imposing, 4 metre (13 foot) sliding doors which close into the cavity, leaving the lounge opening completely onto the decked garden. The kitchen is bright, well equipped and a great social space with dining table within the centre of the home. The large decked garden area, which takes advantage of the views, is partially covered, ideal for dining 'alfresco'. Sleeping up to four guests, the property has two bedrooms – a kingsize bedroom with ensuite shower room, overlooking the garden and a twin bedroom. The family bathroom has a bath with shower over. Enjoying garage parking for one car, this is a perfect property for couples or small families looking for an excellent holiday home on this wonderful part of the World Heritage coastline. Lyme Regis town centre can be reached within minutes with an array of independent shops, eateries and attractions. The family friendly beach is the perfect spot for a swim or enjoying some of the water sports on offer, with boat trips available from the famous Cobb harbour. The towns museums showcase the areas association with fossil hunting or why not try to spot your own ammonite on the beaches. The South West Coastal Footpath offers visitors a scenic way to enjoy the coast and takes in sites including Golden Cap as well as the seaside villages of Charmouth, Branscombe and Beer. Other family days out include the donkey sanctuary near Sidmouth or hop upon the tram at Seaton for a ride to Colyton travelling alongside the River Axe estuary through two nature reserves and giving an unrivalled view of the abundant wading bird life. With so much to see and do, a holiday at the Old Garage will be one to remember.
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
Single-storey.
Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x twin.
Bathroom with bath with shower over, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Sitting room
Gas central heating.
Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, hairdryer.
Smart TV, Wifi, DVD player, iPod docking station.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking in garage for 1 car.
Enclosed rear garden with patio, decking and furniture.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.2 miles, pub 0.1 miles, beach 0.6 miles.
Note: There is a drop of around 4ft from the decking to the gravelled area, please take care and ensure children are supervised.
Note: The garage has a space of 2.2m x 4.7m for a car.
Note: Check-in from 4pm, check-out at 10am
Reviews (13)
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Andrew
Its a lovely place to stay and we loved the open layout and feature windows. Its also very well furnished. It was very clean and well equiped but the damp in the ensuite is overpowering and I would suggest this needs adressing. The smell was very strong. Location is great and we managed to get a small car in the garage and park the larger one in the car park. We would consider staying here again but please give it a little TLC.
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Nicola
The garden decking has been upgraded since our last stay and itâs fab. The kitchen is again, well equipped and the beds very comfortable. My only negative is the en-suite could do with some upgrading/work. It is definitely damp in there-you can smell the damp and itâs evident on the walls. There was a slight damp smell when I opened the kitchen cupboards too-but no evidence of damp there. Itâs a lovely property, fabulous space and great little enclosed outside space. Please upgrade the en-suite and address the damp issue. Thank you Lyme Regis for another wonderful holiday xxxx
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Tracey
Decking looks brand new. I travelled with a baby, so would have been nice to have a washing machine (I wrongly assumed there would be one). The description on the property needs to be updated to say includes WiFi, I saw a previous person comment on it also. I'd add the height restriction on the garage for the electric door component, we made it okay but a lot of cars wouldn't. I also had to contact the booking agent to find out the cot size for bringing own bedding, would be good if that was noted on description. Would definitely stay again! Thank you!