Located in Lyme Regis, Dorset
Sleeps: 6
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Pets: No
Poirot Cottage is a holiday cottage in Lyme Regis, Dorset, sleeping up to six just a mile from the beach and picturesque harbour.
Description
Poirot Cottage is located in Lyme Regis, about a mile from the sandy beach. In a peaceful setting, Poirot Cottage is part of a collection of individually owned holiday cottages. Each cottage has been converted from a stone barn and they are surrounded by acres of countryside and wildlife. Reach Lyme Regis via a riverside walk with no roads to get in your way of enjoying the peace and tranquillity.
The accommodation at Poirot Cottage comprises of an open-plan living/dining room, equipped with a satellite TV, DVD player and small library and radio/CD player and fitted galley-style kitchen area with tiled floor with washer/dryer, dishwasher and fridge/freezer. Conservatory with electric wood-burning stove and superb country views. Double bedroom with additional single bed (for 1). Shower room with double shower cubicle and toilet.
First floor: Twin bedroom with en-suite bathroom with shower attachment and toilet. Single bedroom.
Outside, there is a private patio with garden furniture and use of the shared grounds. Parking available and a cot, stair gate and high chair can be arranged. Your electric, bed linen and towels are all included in the price.
Features
Area details
Lyme Regis, nicknamed 'The Pearl of Dorset' is the most westerly town in Dorset and lies on the World Heritage Jurassic Coast. The town is famed for its fossils which can be found on its beaches and cliffs. The famous harbour wall known as 'The Cobb' featued in the film and novel of The French Lieutenant's Woman by John Fowles as well as Jane Austen's Persuasion.
Read moreLyme Regis has quite a history and is mentioned in the Doomsday Book. These days, areas of interest include the Lyme Regis Marine Aquarium which displays local fish and marine life from the Jurassic Coast. The Town Mill dates back to 1340 and is fully restored to working order and still produces flour which can be purchased from its shop. Lyme Regis Museum houses a large collection of local memorabilia, historical items and exhibits explaining the local geological and palaeontological treasures. Set into the pavement, outside the museum, is an ornate example of Coade stone work, in the form of ammonites. The Dinosaurland Fossil Museum is also located in Lyme Regis in the former church where Mary Anning, famous fossil collector, dealer, and paleontologist was christened.
A huge choice of restaurants and places to eat awaits visitors to Lyme Regis. With food from all over the world, as well as restaurants serving locally sourced, seasonal produce, there really is something for everyone. There are restaurants, bars and bistros offering traditional English, Thai, Italian, Indian and Asian cuisine; seafood and tapas; and much more.
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Nearest Airports
Exeter is 26 miles away
Bristol is 46 miles away
Bournemouth is 58 miles away
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