The Orchard Country House
ID: S517654
- Bedrooms 13
- ・ Sleeps 26
- ・ Pets 3
Guests say
The Orchard Country House is a spacious and well-equipped property ideal for large gatherings, offering ample communal space, ensuite bedrooms, and a well-stocked kitchen. The property's cleanliness is generally praised, and its location in Devon is appreciated for its proximity to walking areas and the coast. While some guests note the property's decor and maintenance could be refreshed, the overall experience is positive, with many guests planning return visits.
The property is consistently described as clean, with particular praise for the cleaning team. However, some guests noted areas that could benefit from deeper cleaning, such as under sofas and in less visible spots.
The property's location in Devon is well-received, with guests enjoying the nearby walking opportunities and proximity to the coast. The presence of a bus stop outside is also noted as convenient, although some guests mentioned the benefit of having a car for exploring.
Guests find the property warm and comfortable, with plenty of space for relaxation. However, some guests mentioned that the beds could be more comfortable and that some rooms lacked heating.
The property is praised for its well-equipped kitchens and ample dining space. Nonetheless, guests have reported maintenance issues such as slow showers, outdated decor, and the need for additional dishwashers for large groups.
While some guests mentioned receiving a welcome pack of goodies, there is not enough consistent information across the reviews to accurately assess the level of thoughtfulness as a standard offering. Therefore, this score is set to null.
About this property
Nestling in gardens complete with an impressive orchard, is this outstanding holiday home, The Orchard Country House in Rousdon, just outside Lyme Regis on the Devon/Dorset border. Perfect for large gatherings, The Orchard Country House is set within a former boutique hotel and so is set up for groups of friends or families and has everything you could possibly need to make your holiday a success.
The accommodation is warm and welcoming and the sitting room couldn’t be more inviting with ample seating, a feature open fireplace and attractive windows letting in loads of light and offering delightful views over the gardens; this is the perfect space for gathering together and enjoying some quality holiday time. If you want to get away from it all, then there is a smaller and cosier snug which has a TV and offers a great alternative space for guests. The stylish kitchen is all set up with everything needed for the designated chef to be able to whip up some delicious cuisine for your party. Enjoy a long, leisurely meal in the formal dining room or if the sun is shining step out onto one of the two patio areas which have extensive seating and are the ideal spot for alfresco drinking and dining. When night falls and bedtime beckons, take your pick from one of the 13 bedrooms available at The Orchard Country House. All are stylishly presented and come with en-suite facilities and whatever configuration of guests you have in your party there will be a bedroom for everyone. This is a wonderful place to wake up to in the morning with the colourful gardens an idyllic backdrop for relaxing and chilling out and planning what activities you and your party will get up to that day. Nearby Lyme Regis has a great selection of eateries and perfect for spending a day at the beach, a visit to Cobb Harbour or a trip to the museum or aquarium. Axminster is a short drive and here you will be rewarded with a good selection of shops as well as its very own Axminster Heritage Centre and Axe Valley Wildlife Park. For the holiday of a lifetime, book a stay at The Orchard Country House.
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
Over three floors.
13 bedrooms: 1 x ground-floor twin with en-suite with walk-in shower, basin and WC, 2 x twins with en-suite with walk-in shower, basin and WC, 2 x twins with en-suite with bath with shower over, basin and WC, 3 x doubles with en-suite with walk-in showers, basin and WC, 1 x double with en-suite with bath with shower over, basin and WC, 1 x king-size with en-suite with bath with shower over, basin and WC, 1 x super-king-size with en-suite with bath with shower over, basin and WC, 1 x second-floor double with en-suite with bath with shower over, basin and WC, 1 x second-floor double with en-suite with bath, walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Utility.
Dining room.
Sitting room with open fire.
Snug.
Two cloakrooms with basin and WC
Oil central heating with open fire.
Electric oven, grill and hob, gas range cooker with oven, grill and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, 2 x dishwasher.
Eight TV's, CD player, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for up to 15 cars.
Wraparound gardens, lawns, orchard, patio areas, furniture.
Up to three well-behaved dogs are welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 3 miles, pub 3.1 miles.
Note: Logs are not supplied
Reviews (35)
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Melissa
Yes, it was scruffy around the edges and needed modernisation, but its plus points far outweighed the negatives: ⢠All the bedrooms had ensuite facilities and were supplied with good quality clean linen and towels ⢠Two well equipped kitchens with 2 ovens, 2 hobs, 2 microwaves, full size freezer, 1 full size and 1 half size fridge, 2 dishwashers, washing machine and tumble dryer, 4 sinks and plenty of cooking pans, utensils etc. ⢠Ample cutlery and crockery, serving dishes and plates. ⢠Large dining room and separate lounge where we could all eat and sit together ⢠Ample parking and outside seating We have hired large houses before that havenât been so well equipped. Heating and hot water were fine and the couple of minor issues we had were resolved the same day. Location of the property was excellent with many places to visit along the nearby Jurassic Coast and thereâs a lovely café 2 minutes walk away which serves great coffee, cakes and breakfast baps etc.
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Gillian
There was no clear signposting of the house so spent 20 extra minutes trying to find it. The house needs modernisation in the plumbing department and a thorough deep clean. Otherwise it was a lovely stay.
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Stephen
Unfortunately, despite turning the thermostat up and adjusting individual radiator thermostats, we couldnât get any heat into several rooms which appeared to be on a separate heating system. The instructions provided werenât much help either. This was slightly annoying and did affect some guestsâ comfort.