Acorn Cottage

Southleigh, Devon
Self-catering
+44 (0)1404 871633
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Per night
£115 - £216
Per week
£808 - £1512

1 bed

Bedroom

1 bedroom

Sleeps

Sleeps 2

Pets welcome

Retreat to this sweet, peaceful cottage with suntrap courtyard garden enveloped in rolling hills just a short hop from the Jurassic Coast

Per night
£115 - £216
Per week
£808 - £1512

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£115 - £216 per night

£808 - £1512 per week

The Experience

Feel yourselves unwind easily in this 1800s barn, with your own entrance and an un-overlooked garden. A lobby by the front door has hooks for jackets and space for muddy boots, then you walk straight in to an open-plan living room with linen sofa and comfy chair, an electric fire for extra warmth and glow, good lighting and soft colours. A table at the window looks over the quiet lane and there are GWR and London Underground posters linking London with Devon.

You’ll find all the kit you need in the snazzy kitchen along with a bountiful welcome hamper: bread, butter, eggs, bacon, posh crisps and thoughtful treats. On sunny days you can sunbathe in the garden on teak loungers with squishy covers and, when evening falls, get the gas barbecue going and sizzle something delicious.

The shower is sparkling and roomy, the bed is smartly dressed, lighting is designed for readers and you should sleep deeply in the profound peace.

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We think you'll love

  • Feeling cosy and romantic, settling into the sitting room while something delicious simmers in the kitchen, listening to your own playlist on the Roberts Radio
  • Packing up a picnic (you'll find tupperware in the kitchen) and heading to endless lovely beaches for grand days out
  • Walking along a myriad of footpaths from the door - and to Branscombe Beach if you're feeling fit
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You should know

  • Kind owners Anthony and Lance live in the other part of the house and run a B&B

Essentials

  • EV charger
  • Self check-in
  • Swimming pool
  • Hot tub
  • Garden
  • Open fire / woodburner
  • Breakfast included
  • Breakfast available
  • Meals available
  • Vegetarian meals
  • Oven
  • Parking on premises
  • Free parking nearby
  • Accessible by public transport
  • WiFi
  • Television
  • Central heating
  • Limited mobility
  • Wheelchair access
  • Mobile reception
  • Hob
  • Barbecue
  • Paid parking nearby
  • Air conditioning
  • Relaxation areas
  • Washing machine
  • Tennis court
  • Microwave oven
  • No smoking
  • Credit cards
  • Working farm
  • Owner has pets
  • Electricity included
  • Dishwasher
  • Pets welcome

Family friendly

  • Baby monitor
  • Books and toys
  • Children welcome
  • Babies welcome
  • Stair gates
  • High chair
  • Fire guard
  • Cot available

Nearby

  • Pub/bar within 3 miles
  • Restaurant within 3 miles
  • Shop within 3 miles

Activities

  • Bikes available
  • Food courses
  • Kayaking
  • Other courses
  • Sailing
  • Surfing
  • Wild swimming

Pricing

Nightly price
from £115
Weekly price
from £808
Damage deposit
£250
1 Annexe for 2
From £1151 bed1 bedroom

Information

Special offer: Bag a bargain and save a whopping £134 on 10-13 July weekend. Dog-welcoming, rated 5* Gold, country walks right from the door and just inland from the Jurassic Coast. East Devon Awaits!

Booking information

Check in
From 5pm Monday or Friday
Check out
By 10am Monday or Friday
Other details
Minimum stay: 3 nights.
Closed
Never.
No smoking
Smoking not permitted anywhere in the property.
Owner has pets
Animals living on the property
Dogs

Dogs welcome at no extra charge, max. 2. Dog treats, bowls, towels, poo bags & 1 dog bed provided. Dog shower & book on local dog walks available. Enclosed garden.

Reviews

A joy to be surrounded by such gorgeous rolling countryside for beautiful walks up hill and down dale, through forests, glimpsing the coast line as you get nearer. But it's a very short hop to the Jurassic coast for swimming, picnics, ice cream and boats. The best of both worlds here and a super little retreat to come home to.
Inspected Nicola Sawday's Inspector

Robert

Our second visit to the lovely property was as good as our first. This is a cottage which is really cared for and the owners also care for their guests. Spotlessly clean and tidy, perfectly decorated and maintained and very comfortable, this is a property which makes you feel at home. The welcome hamper of goodies is really very thoughtful and, once again, we could find no fault with either the cottage or the hosts. It is very quiet at night and though the village is small and with few facilities it's well placed for visiting Seaton, Sidmouth and the surrounding area. We would highly recommend


Caroline, UK

This was our third visit to Acorn Cottage, we just love this area and the cottage. Ant is always so welcoming and everything you could possibly need from a coffee maker to doggy shower is there! Beautiful walks from the door, amazing beaches and a super cottage to spend the evening just drinking a glass of bubbles in the garden and relaxing - thank you for yet another amazing stay.


Nick, UK

We had a wonderful stay at Acorn Cottage. The cottage is well-equipped and extremely comfortable with thoughtful touches throughout. The welcome hamper was much appreciated and we enjoyed using the barbecue on two evenings. One of the loveliest places we have ever stayed.


Jacquie, UK

Acorn Cottage was a spacious property for two and our puppy - he had his own warm shower, shampoo, towels and treats too! It was spotlessly clean and very tastefully decorated. Very comfortable and cosy with a fully equipped kitchen. The little garden was a lovely surprise and somewhere to enjoy the afternoon sunshine.


Location

The neighbourhood

Colyton is two miles and has pubs, a café and a few small shops. Blackbury Camp is a 45-minute puff up the hill for gorgeous views, or a five-minute drive if you're feeling less hearty – it's all flat at the top. Honiton has bigger shops and a bustling market every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday for tasty local food; the wide beach at Lyme Regis is just lovely for swimming, sunbathing and fossil hunting.

Local points of interest from Anthony Letcher

  • With access to coast and country pack your walking boots and swimming cozzie. Blackberry Camp is a 45 minute walk, whilst Branscombe beach is just over 10 minutes by car.
  • Explore the South West Coastal Path in East Devon and nearby Dorset. Particular favourites are the walks around the Golden Cap, one of the highest points on the Southern coast.
  • The Jurassic Coast, a UNESCO World Heritage Site runs 95 miles east from Exmouth to Old Harry’s Rocks near Swanage in Dorset and is easily accessible at Beer, Sidmouth and Branscome, fancy paddleboarding or sea canoeing?
  • Eat delicious local produce from nearby sea and land that will get your tastebuds tingling and check out some amazing farm emporia at Greendale and Darts Farm that stocks the best of the Southwest. Visit the Darts farm website for more information.
  • Star quality dining; East Devon and nearby Dorset has some amazing places to eat. Glebe House is above us and Robin Wylde, The Oyster & Fish House and Lympstone Manor are all between 20 and 40 minutes drive from Underhill Barn.
  • Along the A303 to us, the National Trust have some great attractions en-route, Stourhead & Tintinhull Gardens or if the weather isn’t so great, Montacute house or Lytes Cary Manor.

Introducing

Anthony Letcher

Anthony and Lance live in the other half of the barn and are extremely friendly and helpful. They wanted to move to the West Country for many years but busy careers in London along with family commitments got in the way. They look after you with aplomb and are very happy to be here, along with Tilly the tabby cat, who also prefers Devon.