Key Features
- Property code: FUSCHI
- Preferred changeover day: Saturday
- Check in: 4pm
- Check out: 10am
- Access statement available
- Near beach
- Central heating
- Parking (see description for details)
- Garden or outside space
- Nearby pub or restaurant
- Nearby shop
- Short breaks available
- Village
- Washing machine
- WiFi
Description
Found in a quiet residential street, guests can walk downhill to Lyme Regis bustling sea front and promenade within 10 minutes. to the town centre with its cafes, pubs and restaurants. It is also just a short walk away from Langmoor Gardens and the historic Cobb, so visitors can park their cars and forget about them for their entire holiday! Fuschia Cottage is a spacious property with parking and enclosed back garden for the exclusive use of visitors.
Lyme Regis itself is a truly fantastic place. Situated on the magnificent UNESCO Jurassic Coast, it's known as the pearl of Dorset and upon visiting, it's easy to see why. A famous spot for fossil hunters worldwide, it also sits on the South West Coast Path and offers a whole host of wonderful hikes and walks nearby.
Lyme Regis' sheltered south-facing beaches are safe for both children and water sport enthusiasts, with great fishing and leisure boat opportunities available from the Cobb harbour. It has a fantastic food and music scene and is often used as a prime filming location.
There are also vast amounts of festivals and events happening in the town throughout the year. Some of the bigger ones include the jazz and folk festivals, Food Rocks, Regatta & Carnival Week, Guitars on The Beach, and Lifeboat Week which offers a week of fun, games, music and displays for all the family. Of course, there are also loads of smaller events happening as well!
Please note: the walk from the town to the property maybe steep for some guests on the way back.
Key Features
- Property code: FUSCHI
- Preferred changeover day: Saturday
- Check in: 4pm
- Check out: 10am
- Access statement available
- Near beach
- Central heating
- Parking (see description for details)
- Garden or outside space
- Nearby pub or restaurant
- Nearby shop
- Short breaks available
- Village
- Washing machine
- WiFi
Description
Found in a quiet residential street, guests can walk downhill to Lyme Regis bustling sea front and promenade within 10 minutes. to the town centre with its cafes, pubs and restaurants. It is also just a short walk away from Langmoor Gardens and the historic Cobb, so visitors can park their cars and forget about them for their entire holiday! Fuschia Cottage is a spacious property with parking and enclosed back garden for the exclusive use of visitors.
Lyme Regis itself is a truly fantastic place. Situated on the magnificent UNESCO Jurassic Coast, it's known as the pearl of Dorset and upon visiting, it's easy to see why. A famous spot for fossil hunters worldwide, it also sits on the South West Coast Path and offers a whole host of wonderful hikes and walks nearby.
Lyme Regis' sheltered south-facing beaches are safe for both children and water sport enthusiasts, with great fishing and leisure boat opportunities available from the Cobb harbour. It has a fantastic food and music scene and is often used as a prime filming location.
There are also vast amounts of festivals and events happening in the town throughout the year. Some of the bigger ones include the jazz and folk festivals, Food Rocks, Regatta & Carnival Week, Guitars on The Beach, and Lifeboat Week which offers a week of fun, games, music and displays for all the family. Of course, there are also loads of smaller events happening as well!
Please note: the walk from the town to the property maybe steep for some guests on the way back.
Open plan ground floor living area with dining table and chairs.
Lounge with feature fireplace, sofas, Flatscreen TV and DVD.
Kitchen is equipped with gas hob, electric oven, microwave, fridge with icebox and washing machine.
Stairs to first floor.
Bedroom 1 with 4ft 6inch double bed. Small ensuite shower room with WC and washbasin.
Bedroom 2 with twin 3ft single beds and vanity unit. Small ensuite shower room with WC only.
A lounge door leads to a private back garden equipped with garden furniture.
The picturesque seaside resort of Lyme Regis, with its relaxed pace of life and genteel, old-world charm is a wonderful place to escape and unwind. Situated on the dramatic Jurassic Coast, on the border between Dorset and Devon, visitors to the town will appreciate the natural beauty of the setting nestled in rolling countryside, with miles of stunning coastal scenery right on their doorstep.
The town itself is famous for its iconic Cobb, a curving harbour wall dating back to the 13th century that is also a great spot for crabbing, fishing, or taking a boat trip to admire the magnificent views from the water. At the far end of the Cobb you’ll find the Lyme Regis Aquarium featuring a variety of local marine life, including crabs, seahorses and (at the time of writing) an 80-year-old lobster!
The Lyme Regis Museum is certainly worth a visit, and afterwards, why not use your new-found local knowledge to find a few fossils of your own along the ancient coast, or take part in a guided fossil walk to uncover some relics from the ancient cliffs around the town, which are continuously being eroded by the sea.
Lyme Regis is the perfect place to while away a pleasurable afternoon strolling through the historic 14th century old town which is brimming with characterful shops, tempting tea rooms and quirky galleries. Then enjoy a lively evening at the sea front theatre, or at one of many outstanding bars and restaurants serving locally caught fish and locally produced culinary treats.
If you fancy a beach day, the town's Cobb beach is popular with families, but there are several more beautiful beaches to discover nearby, including Charmouth beach, Chesil beach and Weymouth beach.
Meanwhile, for a family day out, there are several attractions within easy reach, including the Axe Valley Wildlife Park, Seaton Tramway and Sidmouth Donkey Sanctuary, all of which are just over the border in East Devon.
A holiday cottage in Lyme Regis allows you to take full advantage of all this lovely seaside town has to offer, whilst being a great base to explore this beautiful corner of Dorset and East Devon.
To the front of the property there is off-road parking for one large or two small/medium cars, with consideration for other guests.
Electric Cars: - Please note that this property does not have suitable facilities for charging electric vehicles. https://www.zap-map.com
- Included: All bed linen and towels, (please bring your own beach towels), WiFi, electricity, gas central heating.
- Pets: Two small to medium dogs welcome in public areas of property only (not bedrooms). Pet Charge: £30.00 per pet per week.
- Smoking/vaping: Not permitted.
- Telephone: Mobile reception mixed.
- Electric Cars: Please note that this property does not have suitable facilities for charging electric vehicles. https://www.zap-map.com
- Local facilities: Beach, shops and pubs: 5 to 10 minutes walk downhill or 2 minutes in the car.
- Arrival time - 4pm and Departure time - 10am.
The Nag's Head
(Less than a mile)
A welcoming 18th century pub full of charm serving simple, hearty pub grub and a great range or local beers and ciders. Attracting both locals and holidaymakers with its friendly atmosphere, live music nights and fabulous views from the sunny beer terrace.
The Nags Head, 32 Silver Street, Lyme Regis DT7 3HS (T:01297 442312)
Cobb Arms
(Less than a mile)
(28)
A family run pub with a fantastic atmosphere in a great location on the harbourside of Lyme Regis. Catering for everyone including the dog and also specialising in gluten free food. A whole range of wonderful choices to excite your taste buds and well positioned to enjoy the summer carnival, food festivals and famous lifeboat week.
Cobb Arms, Marine Parade, Lyme Regis DT7 3JF (T: 01297 443242)
A great menu and lovely food. Friendly, welcoming staff & excellent fish & chips. We enjoyed 2 meals here & both excellent. Would eat here again.
November 2023
Great food. Good choice. Funny and friendly staff. Just don’t get the crumble (fruit soup)
October 2023
A nice pub friendly staff
October 2023
Eaten here a few times and always tasty food with good service. Was not disappointed with scallops starter and plaice main course. Full of flavour.
September 2023
Friendly pub with good food right on the front.
April 2023
Lovely pub with great views
June 2022
Great pies!
October 2021
Food was ok and the pub lovely. Felt like staff just wanted you to leave so they could close, even though it was 9.30p.m!
September 2021
Absolutely blown away by standard of service and food, we haven’t been in the cobb for years because of a bad experience but we booked two days in a row fantastic
July 2021
Good food ,good beer, dog friendly. What's not to like.
July 2021
Had a great visit to the covid open air tables at the side of the Cobb. Really nice pies and good selection of beers. Great prices too. Very well looked after.
May 2021
Food was fabulous, service was good and cheerful, and reasonably priced (with the eat out scheme on top)
August 2020
The staff were so friendly at this pub, very welcoming and happy to help. The food was great along with the wine. I would highly recommend.
January 2020
Top notch seafood (it could not be any fresher!) and very friendly service.
November 2019
We stayed in Lyme Regis in mid-November and after a fabulous birthday meal at this lovely pub it became our go-to place during our stay. Great food, friendly staff and the dog was made most welcome. We enjoyed a farewell breakfast there when we left Lyme Regis.
November 2019
Greta food, great service and welcomes dogs. Good value for money and plenty of choice for vegetarians and vegans as well as meat eaters. Loved the atmosphere.
November 2019
Both my husband and I had the massive burger, and we were not disappointed!! It was delicious, so full up I didn't get to enjoy a dessert, which were very tempting. I tried the local Gin, Grapefruit flavoured, was amazing, so bought a bottle before coming home. For our first date night since our Son has been born was a wonderful experience, definitely recommend The Cobb Arms
September 2019
Lovely friendly staff , beautiful food and plenty of it definitely must eat there ????
August 2019
Excellent food and dog friendly.
November 2018
Very nice family run pub. Staff extremely friendly and food good. Would recommend and visited twice as we were impressed on the first visit. Well done.
October 2018
A friendly welcome for us and the dog and the food was lovely.
October 2018
Thoroughly enjoyed local fish platter, very welcoming and pleased they allowed dogs. Visited a couple of times.
October 2018
We enjoyed eating at the Cobb Arms. Actually went there three times. The food was fine and the service cheerful and good. We did have to wait quite a long time for our meal, as they cook everything to order but we weren't in any particular hurry. The really nice thing about this place is the welcome they give dogs. We have a Labrador, who lay under the table quite happily.
October 2018
Great food good value for money. Staff very friendly.
September 2018
good food and very friendly service would highly recommend
June 2018
We had a lovely lunch with kids and dog. Lovely attentive staff.
August 2017
We had poor service and the fish stew wasn't good at all.
July 2017
Had 2 meals here while on holiday. Lovely food and excellent staff. Very friendly
July 2017
The Volunteer Inn - Lyme Regis
(Less than a mile)
(18)
The Volunteer Inn is a family-run, seventeenth century pub located in the heart of Lyme Regis in Dorset. One of the only remaining pubs on the high street it is traditional in style with cosy areas to sit and chat, a nice fire roaring in the colder months, great atmosphere, friendly staff, and of course a good pint - a winning combination!
The Volunteer Inn 31 Broad St, Lyme Regis DT7 3QE (T: 01297 442214)
Great choice of ales including house bitter at £3.75 a pint.
October 2023
Walked in on spec, booked a meal for an hour later Great food and brilliant service
July 2023
Best pub in Lyme. Great pub grub, great beer and relaxing friendly vibe.
June 2023
Busy but friendly bar, both staff and customers, and good choice of real ales!
May 2023
Had a really nice meal here one evening recently. Service and food very good. However, it was a pity that no desserts or coffee seemed to be available which would have rounded off a very pleasant visit.
July 2022
Great friendly pub, excellent food, beer and value for money
July 2022
Great food, some of the best we had all week. Don't be put off by the looks, its a great place for food. The main bar is to the right as you go in and plenty of locals seemed to be enjoying the many beers on offer. The main dining is left as you go in. We really enjoyed the food and you need to check out the specials, which we nearly missed. The service was great and the staff welcoming. It gets busy so go early and book a table.
June 2022
made to feel welcome food and service very good
May 2022
Sunday lunch a must Best we had in a while
October 2021
Lovely Sunday roast which was very reasonably priced. The meat was cooked perfectly an the size of the portions was huge! Recommend booking in advance.
October 2021
A young couple from our party very much enjoyed an evening meal and the walk home was pleasant.
September 2021
Lovely pub food and friendly staff
August 2021
We visited in mid October for a Sunday lunch - magnificent and so much on the plate I was full for the rest of the day!
October 2020
Even though it was during the school holidays it was a very limited menu with only one pudding! The food we had was good and the pub has a warm friendly atmosphere.
November 2019
had a lovely fish pie. Nice traditional pub.
June 2019
No food to speak of. Just a few filled rolls on the counter. A good local for beer.
September 2018
Exceptional quality and amount of food portions. We tried most of the offerings as there were a lot of us and can honestly say all meals were excellent value, well presented and good portions.
July 2018
Great pub food with good choice of beers and cider, good atmosphere.
July 2017
Cibo
(Less than a mile)
Lovely local deli with cheese counter and fresh bread daily. A great place to stock up for picnics or light lunches in your cottage.
Cibo 32 Broad St, Lyme Regis DT7 3QE
Alexandra Hotel Restaurant
(Less than a mile)
(3)
A charming hotel restaurant serving top-quality dishes which celebrate local produce with an award winning wine cellar to accompany them. The food at the Alexandra ensures a truly fine dining experience and the head chef and his team create dishes using a fusion of the traditional and contemporary. Testament to their 2016 Gold Award.
Alexandra Hotel & Restaurant, Pound St, Lyme Regis DT7 3HZ (T: 01297 442010)
Hotel with stunning grounds overlooking Lyme Bay, brilliant staff and top-notch food. Went there for the set lunch and it was faultless (the afternoon teas looked immense as well but they are the same price as the two-course lunch, so take your pick!).
July 2021
Wonderful Sunday lunch. Friendly, helpful staff and food great. Very pleasant atmosphere. Will certainly go back there when we come back to Lyme Regis.
June 2021
Very friendly people, good food. We left when it was raining, and they took us to our appartement for free. Just wunderfull.
May 2018
SUP2You
(Less than a mile)
Sup2You offers simple online hire of inflatable paddle boards making it easier than ever to get out and enjoy the UK’s beaches, coastline and waterways. Paddleboarding is the perfect way to stay active, have fun with your family and explore the beautiful region where you’re staying; but with everything else you need to bring on holiday sometimes you won’t have the car space to bring your own! With SUP2You the process couldn’t be easier, simply click the link below, select the board and duration online, and your paddleboard will be couriered next day to your holiday cottage.
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Toad Hall Cottages guests can enjoy 10% off their hire when booking for 3 days or more with code Toad10
The Town Mill
(Less than a mile)
(25)
This ancient watermill, set in the artisan quarter of Lyme Regis, was rescued from dereliction by local volunteers and painstakingly restored for the public to enjoy. Nestling around a cobbled courtyard, the mill buildings house a working flour watermill, as well as art galleries, a café, artisan workshops, a bakery & deli and a micro-brewery.
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Well worth a visit. Free to enter and you can show yourself around. Friendly and knowledgeable volunteers. Very interesting.
April 2024
Loved this! Historic monument & enthusiastic volunteers. My 4 & 6 year olds loved watching the Water Wheel & cog mechanics when it was operating. So much so, we came back 3 days in a row to see the demonstration. Great history lesson!
April 2024
The cafe serves excellent toasted sandwiches and salad.
October 2023
Lovely little spot. Away from crowds
October 2023
Amazing place. Really helpful volunteers and lovely setting.
August 2023
Interesting place . Had breakfast twice at the town mill bakery , can really recommend .
May 2023
Excellent micro brewery
May 2023
Called in for breakfast on a wet Bank Holiday. Very busy but staff were friendly and attentive. A bit pricey but tasty, good quality food.
May 2023
Lovely place to sit outside with the dog on a sunny afternoon and have a lovely beer.
April 2023
Picturesque but not much open when we went in March.
March 2023
Lovely place for a drinkp
August 2022
Lovely area with a gallery, restaurants and a pub. Can thoroughly recommend the cider!
June 2022
Most enjoyable visit
June 2022
very interesting tour of working mill.The lyme regis brewery has fantastic beers and a lovely courtyard to sit in the sun to drink it
May 2022
Even better since its recent restoration- you can see inside the mill from a viewing platform and read the information board- no charge but donations encouraged. It's a beautiful building, brilliantly restored; we bought flour from the shop because we were inspired to encourage this little gem to thrive.
March 2022
The old Mill has been lovingly restored to working order, and volunteers are keen to talk about its history, working, and demonstrate it's working. A gem, must be seen. The enjoy a beer or cider across the yard at the Brewery!
September 2021
The brewery was excellent!
June 2021
We loved the Town Mill, particularly the Lyme Regis micro-brewery. Weather wasn't too kind but never spoiled our visits. Covid meant we had to sit at outside tables, sometimes in the rain, however staff were always willing to bring our orders to us as we stood with umbrellas or managed to get a table with cover. Great hosts and great fun.
May 2021
It's a lovely collection of buildings and artisan businesses, a great area to while away time, get inspired and spend money locally! The people at the mill are super-keen and we enjoyed the whole place a lot.
October 2020
A great attraction to visit and learn about milling of grain into flour. A guided tour available and only a donation suggested. Great for children and adults alike. Guide very knowledgeable.
November 2019
Well worth a visit for young and old. Well informed volunteers provide the tour and make it so interesting. No fee is charged but contributions are welcomed and help to keep it open so please give generously.
July 2019
Well worth a visit. The "miller" gave a very informative tour Which included some history of Lyme regis as well as explaining the workings of the mill.
October 2018
The Town Mill is a great attraction, the tour guided by a volunteer miller was excellent and informative.(suggest checking the tour times as they did not run every day) . Opportunities for photographs during the tour were limited because of space but I returned a couple of days later and was able to wander around and take as many as I wanted , I also got to talk to another miller. All for a donation entry fee! The small shop sold their flour and books about the mill. ( I think 2 other reviews were talking about the Courtyard Cafe)
October 2018
Took ages to serve us and the table service in general was poor. Food was good but let down by indifferent service.
July 2018
Well worth a visit as the central feature in a really pleasant old town walk behind the main street. Easier when you start at the top and go down through the twists and turns.
June 2018
Dinosaurland Fossil Museum
(Less than a mile)
(8)
A private museum that’s owned and run by Palaeontologist Steve Davies and his wife Jenny, Dinosaurland Fossil Museum contains a spectacular collection of the local Jurassic marine fossils. The collection grows each year, meaning there’s always something new to see, with more than 10,000 specimens to show people just how exciting and wonderful the world of fossils and dinosaurs really is. Even the building itself has an interesting pedigree as the pioneering fossil hunter Mary Anning was baptised here on 27th June 1799 and continued to worship here until about 1830. She discovered the first Ichthyosaur on the beaches here in 1811.
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Lovely little museum, loads of interesting displays and information, great for families.
April 2024
Lots of interesting fossils and dinosaurs on view.
October 2023
So many fossils could fo with an upgrade but if you're interested its work popping in
October 2023
Interesting displays, especially the time gallery upstairs. We were unfortunate to go when there was a group of students, so couldn't get to all rooms, but gent on the door did warn us.
March 2023
Worth a visit and we thought it was good value. Loads of things to see and read but you have got to be into fossils and geology. Some great set ups with models, and all explained. There were some very young children in there as we walked around and they seem to love it, as the models were huge for them. They were barely walking but seem to know many of the dinosaur names. The person who welcomed us was really friendly and was happy to advice on good places to hunt for fossils. It needs a bit of a dust in places, as do most museums.
June 2022
We've visited here several times, there's a good mix of info for all age ranges, so children and adults are kept busy. Definitely worth a visit if dinosaurs and fossils are your thing. It's a bit cramped inside, but that has never spoiled our visit.
March 2022
Steve Davies has created a unique and astonishing museum on two spacious floors within the old Baptist Chapel that Mary Anning frequented. The geology and wide range of fossils are explained and exhibited. Steve has also purchased and exhibits the truly remarkable collections of several other Lyme "rock hunters", and in a very nice touch uses short biographical notes to explain their contributions. Fossil and history paradise. Don's miss it!!!
September 2021
Really good morning here, something for all ages, good timelines and lovely dinosaurs to hold for children. Very good.
April 2018
Lister Gardens Mini Golf
(Less than a mile)
(2)
With views of The Cobb, the beach and the coastline to Portland, the 18-hole mini golf course in Lister Gardens provides a challenge to players of all ages. Open from 9am-6pm in the spring and summer, winter opening times are a little shorter. Prices start at £3.00 per game for adults and £1.50 per game for children under 14.
Great game of mini golf here but does get very busy!
August 2023
Had a game here one evening. Lovely views over the bay .
July 2017
Lyme Regis Museum
(Less than a mile)
(14)
Standing where Dorset meets Devon, the Lyme Regis Museum is on the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site and was built on the site of fossilist Mary Anning’s home. A chance to discover Lyme’s history, geology, fossils, artists and writers, from J M Whistler to Jane Austen and John Fowles, the museum stands in the heart of the town and is run almost entirely by volunteers. Collections range from interesting to quirky displays with walks and events scheduled throughout the season, so keep an eye on the website for more information. The museum is open from Easter to November and prices start at £3.95 for adults while children and students go free.
A nice little museum wirth a visit
October 2023
A small but perfectly-formed museum, packed full of interesting local history.
September 2023
Quaint building and interesting selection of exhibits- our 4 year old loved the lie on the floor dinosaur scene.
July 2023
This is a really lovely museum which is packed full of interesting artefacts and fossils. My kids and I enjoyed looking round and learning so much. There is a cute gift shop at the end too. The staff were very friendly and helpful and were happy to chat about fossils.
July 2022
Always interesting and its all been updated in recent years. It can get busy so go in early. We bought an annual pass as it's only £1 more and worth the value, plus supporting a great British attraction, not some franchise theme park. There is a lot about fossils but also interesting exhibits covering the area and notable locals who have lived there. There is a big spoiler about the Meryl Streep scene when she was to be filmed standing at the end of the Cobb but you need to look out for that yourself to find out what happened.
June 2022
Great- full of interesting local info aimed at children and adults. The building itself is worth seeing from inside, and the displays are well arranged- we escaped a rainy afternoon, and thoroughly enjoyed it
March 2022
This wonderful and friendly museum explains the uniqueness of Lyme, it's history, characters, geology, and most famous fossils. It feels intimate, cared for, and there is something for everyone. It also has a splendid gallery about Mary Anning, her fossils, and struggle. This museum offers the "whole picture" context for the more specialised Dinosaurland Fossil Museum. The two together will enrich any thoughtful visitor.
September 2021
Well worth a visit especially if you go on Town history walk first.
July 2019
Fossils galore- recommend the Fossil Walk which includes the Museum entry. The staff there are very helpful and impart their knowledge with enthusiasm.
October 2018
Great and you get to return for a year with your entry ticket
September 2018
Excellent.
July 2018
Would highly recommend the Fossil Walk. Highly informative, lots to discover and a great walk for all ages.
June 2018
Excellent museum with friendly, enthusiastic staff. Fossil walks not to be missed - recommended after rain and storms for best finds.
April 2018
Fascinating museum detailing the history of Lyme Regis and of course the fossils! Reasonably priced and well worth a visit.
September 2017
Town Beach, Lyme Regis
(Less than a mile)
(9)
In the picturesque harbour town of Lyme Regis, Town Beach is covered in pebbles at one end thanks to the coastal protection scheme that placed them there to provide essential care for the Marine Parade and the buildings along it. At the other end the beach has been built up with sand, no longer gets covered at high tide and provides an extensive beach area manned by RNLI lifeguards in the summer. There are kiosks, cafes, shops and restaurants bordering the beach, so it’s ideal for visiting with family and spending the whole day on the sand if the weather allows. The main sandy beach in the area, it’s a delight and easy to get to when on holiday in Dorset. There is paid parking nearby, so don’t forget your change, and remember that dogs are not permitted from 1st April to 31st October, while from 1st November to 31st March they must be on leads.
Nice clean beach with plenty of clean WCs and cafes. The sandy bit at the harbour is good for dogs to run around (out of season) and kids to dig in.
April 2024
Nice beach but very busy and did not like the swooping seagulls!
August 2023
Wonderful location and so much to do, we didn't use our car once for a week, unheard of!! The parking in the town not good but for a town of that age, it was adequate and the other car parks further out were very good.
May 2022
Booked a beach hut from Town Council! Great fun and provided welcome shade on v hot day! Appreciated the two chairs provided but would have liked a small table for food / coffee
September 2021
Great beach on the sandy side was really busy and made use of the boat hire on the beach which was great fun, seagulls are a real issue when it comes to food and we ate ours in our tent after my daughter lost a sandwich to one right out of her mouth.
August 2021
We loved the seafront and that in October it was full of people. We liked the beach bit, seeing families enjoying the sand, and it was great to see open loos, nice ice-cream and lots of different places to eat and drink.
October 2020
We had a lovely dog walk along the beach, very pleasant.
September 2018
A lovely family friendly beach. Pebbled at one end and sandy at the other. Plenty of eateries and ice cream places. A good place for fossil hunting.
August 2018
Excellent area and beach although extremely busy if the sun makes an appearance. I go to Lyme Regis whilst dogs are allowed on the beach (I do use it with my dog) and would like to see more policing re dogs off leads.
April 2017
Church Cliff Beach, Lyme Regis
(Less than a mile)
(3)
Famous for its picturesque Jurassic coastline, as well as its array of fossils, Church Cliff Beach is on the edge of Lyme Regis town. Sandy in places, at low tide there is an extensive rock ledge with hundreds of rock pools where you can catch shrimp. The River Lym flows into the bay, so paddling is a necessity if you want to stroll on the sand. The beach is flanked by rock armour which protects the promenade, and the sand is covered at high tide. There’s paid parking close by, so don’t forget your change. There are facilities, restaurants and cafes in the town. There’s no lifeguard cover on this beach, and dogs are permitted all year round, which is great news for walkers as it also makes up part of the West Dorset Heritage Coast and its accompanying footpaths.
Plenty of parking with a moderate walk down many steps to the beach. Worth the walk though with plenty of fossils around if your prepared to look.
September 2023
Lovely beach but spoilt by the amount of broken bits of glass and rusty metal components that have fallen from the cliff (believe there was some form of rubbish dump at the top of the cliff many years ago) - not a problem for most people but was worried about our dog getting injured.
May 2023
A lovely stretch of beach with rock pools and a chance to find fossils. Get there as the tide is going out and get there early. Take provisions as it is just a beach, of shingle and sand, there are some rocks to clamber over and rock pools to explore. One of our favourite beaches in the UK.
June 2022
Cobb Gate Beach, Lyme Regis
(Less than a mile)
(8)
This pretty harbour town dates back to the 14th century, and is sheltered by a curving harbour wall, The Cobb, as its known contains a small sandy beach made famous in the opening shot of the film The French Lieutenant’s Woman. You reach the beach between the RNLI station and the slipway, and there is lifeguard cover in the summer months. Activities nearby include fishing, sailing, snorkeling, kayaking, swimming, surfing and water skiing, while facilities close to the beach include cafes and restaurants and toilets. There are lots of walks in the area including guided tours of the famous fossil bearing cliffs. There is paid parking nearby, Axminster train station is five minutes away as the crow flies and buses are available to the town centre. Dogs are allowed on the beach from 1st November to 30th March as long as they’re on the lead, but they are not permitted in the summer months.
Love the stroll along the Cobb beach and area so clean plenty of places to eat and drink. The locals are so warm and welcoming, can’t beat Lyme regis
November 2021
Perfect sandy beach for everyone. Loved the Marine Parade with food and drink and ice creams.
October 2021
excellent, safe beach
September 2021
Always raked and cleaned. Pretty safe, excellent lifeguards. Restaurants and cafes need to be open later. Toilets very clean but not enough of them so long queues. Watch out for seagulls stealing food from your hands!
August 2021
Lovely harbour and great places to grab a bite to eat. But it is extremely busy. Every inch of the small patch of sand by the cobb was taken up but beach shelters, feet deck chairs etc. If your kids are not fussed about sand avoid the area if you want quite and relaxing. The other side of the cobb is quite and so are the toilets (which are clean)
August 2021
We walked here from Seaton along the muddy coastal path and Lyme Regis is lovely . We took a boat out from the cob .
July 2021
The cob was lovely to walk on and all you needed was near by
September 2020
Lovely to see this in sunshine for the first time in several visits. Worth going early to see it uncrowded.
June 2018
Monmouth Beach, Lyme Regis
(Less than a mile)
(7)
Named after the Duke of Monmouth who landed here in 1685 in an attempt to take the crown from King James II, Monmouth Beach is a large pebble and sand beach that stretches over a kilometer southwest from the Cobb wall. There are beach huts, a bowling green, the Lyme Regis Power Boat Club and paid car parks close by. Meanwhile, for those wishing to have their own exploratory adventures, you can find a layer of limestone called the ammonite graveyard at Monmouth Beach, containing a large number of (you guessed it) ammonites. There are numerous walks close by and dogs are allowed on the beach all year round. There is lifeguard cover in the summer, and all the town’s cafés, restaurants and amenities are within easy reach.
A very lovely beach if you like stones! But great when the tide is right out and you can fossil hunting.
October 2023
My dog Luna and I really enjoy walking and playing ball along the beach keeping eyes down to see if we can find a fossil!!! very clean and looked after Love it!!!
June 2022
Stunning, quiet and picture perfect ideal place to relax and paint ?
November 2021
Stayed here in The Little Sea House right on the beach. Amazing sunrises. Beautiful and peaceful but tricky to walk on in places.
October 2021
We had a lovely holiday staying in the little sea house. Perfect location on the beach. Was very warm & cosy inside. Was generally clean on arrival but think it could do a intensive deep clean occasionally to clean racks /hard to reach places ( plug holes) but this did not effect our stay ( I’m just bit OCD with cleaning) I would recommend this to anyone wanting a relaxing tranquil break. Also the out hours staff from toadhall cottages were very helpful. Would book again
May 2021
Just beautiful
September 2020
Great for fossil hunting and dog friendly!
September 2017
Charmouth Beach
(2 miles)
(7)
Perfect for family days out, Charmouth Beach is a mix of sand and pebbles, fossils (for which the area is famous), good swimming and good surf. It is divided into two distinct areas (East and West) by the mouth of the River Char, which often forms a lagoon suitable for boating or watching the ducks swim past. To get to the beach, simply find the centre of the village and follow Lower Sea Lane. There are ample car parks close to the beach as well as another one half way down Lower Sea Lane if those are full. Dogs are allowed on the West beach as long as they are on leads from 1st May and 30th September between the sea defenses and Lyme Regis but not on the area of beach in front of the beach huts and the Heritage Centre. From 1st July to 31st August dogs are not allowed on East Beach between 10:00am and 6:00pm, but are welcome outside these hours. At East Beach there is a beach café and picnic tables close by, and in the summer months there is a bouncy castle. There are also lots of beautiful walks close by to enjoy. West Beach meanwhile is about a mile and a half long and is a haven for fossil hunters and avid rock-poolers.
Charmouth Beach is just wonderful, lovely walks with no cars or road noise. Heaven!
April 2024
Walking this beach from Lyme Regis
October 2023
Great beach, Its busy by the shops but plenty of places to walk to find space away from others. The toilets are bad, so with a few wipes and wash you hands after. Get there early for parking. It is sand, shingle and rock pools, so great for a non commercialised beach day. Follow the tide out if you are fossil hunting but best to have a guided tour first from the museum so you know what you are looking for. One of our favourite sea sides in Britain.
June 2022
This is a beautiful area. Gets very busy and there are about four car parks and on street parking. The museum was very fascinating. Toilet queue was horrendous. This is a great area for inflatables as you can go down the stream if you want instead of the sea. There is also a large grass bank to picnic on instead of the beach cobbles.
August 2021
Great beach if but a bit stony where we went, good facilities for food and drinks and no where near as many seagulls as Lyme Regis.
August 2021
Lovely quaint beach.
May 2019
Lovely spot to sit, relax and look for fossils.
October 2018
December 2023
Once again we had a lovely stay and will most likely rebook for next year. The hill keeps you nice and fit!
November 2023
Very much thank you
November 2023
We did enjoy our stay and will look to stay again in the future
September 2023
Yes we did. The TV remote became temperamental which you replaced the next day. Great customer service!
August 2023
House was great, good location, clean and had everything we needed. Sofa s comfortable
July 2023
Loved lyme regis. Our tick box always include a parking space and garden. The property was absolutely fine, everything works and was clean and tidy.
June 2023
Really enjoyed our stay. Welcome pack was very generous and appreciated. Communication from Toad Hall Cottages was excellent.
June 2023
The cottage was beautiful, even better than photos on website The garden was gorgeous and our little dogs loved being out in it as did we
May 2023
Yes, we enjoyed our stay.
May 2023
A lovely place to stay and relax. Thank you. We were also very impressed how quickly a couple of minor issues were dealt with. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay
May 2023
We had a lovely stay . Comfortable cottage, well equipped and clean . Great !
May 2023
We enjoyed our stay very much and the Fuschia cottage is perfect located for our needs - beach, pubs & Fossils hunt. And definitiv like your welcome package with the regional products. That is really an outstanding idea.
May 2023
we enjoyed the holiday but sleeping was not as good as it could have been
Thank you for the excellent scoring and your suggestion of a black out blind, which we will endeavour to action.
- The Toad Hall Team
December 2022
Enjoyed the location, cottage was lovely so was garden. Would stay there again.
September 2022
We had a wonderful holiday at Fuschia cottage, great location, great garden which our dog enjoyed, we will be back
July 2022
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
May 2022
Yes we enjoyed it.
May 2022
It was lovely, especially with the garden. We used it as a base for walking Hardy's Way and Lyme Regis was a good little place to return to in the late afternoon/evening.
May 2022
Lovely cottage and great location. We had a good stay and the welcome pack was a lovely surprise .
April 2022
We very much enjoyed our stay in the beautifull city of Lyme regis. The cottage was perfect for our family and our dog. We would love to come back.
March 2022
We enjoyed our stay. Your staff in Lyme Regis are very helpful and efficient.
December 2021
we enjoyed our stay and would return.
October 2021
Thanks for the lovely hamper
September 2021
We had a lovely relaxed holiday. The property was comfortable with everything we needed for our stay.
August 2021
One of the best we've stayed in
August 2021
The accommodation was spacious and bright, the beds comfy. We loved the garden - especially with all the fuschias in bloom. It was a heratwave while we were here so we ate all our meals outside. Two off road parking spaces were a bonus. Plenty of space in the wardrobes. Well equipped kitchen and the welcome bag was a nice touch. Only down sides;not much room for food to be put away (plenty of pots, pans etc but these took up most of the cupboards and the side board was not a convenient place to store food etc) The tin opener was very hard to use. Full length mirror upstairs would be nice. However, we would definitely stay again
July 2021
Lovely stay.
May 2021
Lovely cottage in a great location. Comfortable and well equipped!
April 2021
This is a really comfortable cottage - spacious, very quiet, good location and a good range of facilities. We'll certainly book it again if we have the chance
October 2020
I hope I have the correct cottage in Lyme Regis. The location was ideal we hardly used our car and enjoyed walking to the seafront and shops. We will book this again as great little safe garden for our dog. Very peaceful and a good break. usual high standard we have enjoyed over the years.
October 2020
We really enjoyed our stay, but the parking was a bit difficult when we arrived as there were four cars parked outside the property, we could get our car on there but there was no room for the other members of our party. I think that needs to be made a bit clearer in the property description.
Thank you for letting us know about the parking on your arrival. We have arranged for the designated parking spaces to be repainted.
- The Toad Hall Team
August 2020
We had a lovely stay, ideal location, once the car was parked we didn't need to drive anywhere unless going further afield, loved it and will be back
August 2020
I have only marked satisfactory as the amount of storage for food in the kitchen was not really enough for 4 people. The patio area could do with some TLC.
July 2020
Yes. We had a lovely holiday.
November 2019
Excellent location within minutes of the park, High Street and Town Mill but be warned the access road (Hill Road) is extremely steep. The garden and parking space were real bonuses with a dog in tow although the accommodation was looking a little tired and in need of updating. The ensuite shower rooms are a bit of a tight squeeze. Although we stayed in mid-November there was no shortage of things to do or places to visit and this part of Dorset/Devon is dog friendly.
We are pleased you enjoyed Lyme Regis and new en-suite showers have been fitted for the start of the 2020 season
- The Toad Hall Team
September 2019
We were very comfortable in this cottage and the location suited us well. We would stay here again and recommend to friends. Thank you Toad Hall!
July 2019
Very nice cottage everything you needed would stay again
June 2019
Enjoyed our stay but not the weather. The garden was very much appreciated but not the stroll up Cardiac Hill.!! It would have been good to have a Visitors book, they are always interesting to read.. and usually giving tips on where to eat or walks etc.... but we did love Lyme Regis..
May 2019
We enjoyed our stay very much. It was great having the lovely little sun trap of a garden.
April 2019
Lovely cottage, very comfortable. Welcome pack a very pleasant surprise. Thank you!
March 2019
All good. Thank you.
February 2019
A lovely cottage, close to the sea and dog friendly
January 2019
Ideal location to walk to the high street and the beach within minutes. Perfect property for the dogs due to the enclosed garden. Stayed at Christmas and was very nice to arrive and find a lovely Christmas tree in the property. Also lovely welcome packs for humans and dogs! We will definitely be back! Thank you.
October 2018
Goodie bag was appreciated
October 2018
We were expecting a dishwasher, although as we didn’t eat in much we didn’t miss it much. The welcome packs were a lovely touch which we appreciated.
Thank you for giving 5 Stars and we are sorry there was no dishwasher. THC work hard to give all relevant information for guests including all the household equipment. Guests will note that there is no reference to a dishwasher on the website
- The Toad Hall Team
August 2018
We really enjoyed our stay at Fuschia Cottage, and were lucky to have glorious weather. The property is in an ideal location within easy walking distance to the centre of Lyme Regis. There is enough space for 4 people, and the beds are very comfy. The only thing that disturbed us were the seagulls having a good squawk as the sun came up!. The garden is small and the pictures are an accurate reflection of its size . It was handy having a bathroom in each of the rooms. Although compact they are perfectly usable. If you intend to fully self cater, it would be difficult to store all the food needed for a family of 4 for a week. The kitchen is well equipped, but lacks storage space for a weeks worth of food. The fridge only has a freezer box too. I would consider this the only down side to the property. There are plenty of local dog friendly beaches too, and many of the restaurants and pubs welcome dogs too. Seaton, Eype and either side of the main Lyme Regis sandy bay (which also has good crabbing) were never packed and the dog could roam free. I would stay again.
July 2018
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and although we had a couple of small issues on arrival Toad Hall staff sorted them out immediately, going that extra mile in terms of service and efficiency which nowadays seems lacking. Will definitely book with Toad Hall again and would recommend them 100%.
June 2018
We will use Toad Hall again, very happy overall as the property was bright and welcoming and parking good. Local pubs and coffee shops fab, lovely area and despite the very tough uphill walk from the town to the cottage it was great.
May 2018
Liked the area and will certainly consider making a future booking in Fuschia Cottage.
May 2018
Yes we did enjoy our stay. Walked 60km that week along the coastal walks. So enjoyed our drinks in the garden in the evening. Will use Toad Hall Cottages again Thank you Jan and Emma
January 2018
We did enjoy our stay, despite the points raised above. I would like to add that the staff of Toad Hall Cottages were fantastic in helping to sort out the WiFi which didn't work upon arrival and came the next day and got it going for us...so thank you very much for that!
October 2017
Really enjoyed our stay here & would have no hesitation in booking a holiday here, just a shame about the parking arrangements.
Sorry you had a minor issue with the parking. There is parking for up to 6 cars at the premises, including two for Fuschia Cottage, but it does rely on other guests parking considerately. To facilitate this the owners are painting lines to make the parking areas more obvious.
- The Toad Hall Team
December 2023
Once again we had a lovely stay and will most likely rebook for next year. The hill keeps you nice and fit!
November 2023
Very much thank you
November 2023
We did enjoy our stay and will look to stay again in the future
September 2023
Yes we did. The TV remote became temperamental which you replaced the next day. Great customer service!
August 2023
House was great, good location, clean and had everything we needed. Sofa s comfortable
July 2023
Loved lyme regis. Our tick box always include a parking space and garden. The property was absolutely fine, everything works and was clean and tidy.
June 2023
Really enjoyed our stay. Welcome pack was very generous and appreciated. Communication from Toad Hall Cottages was excellent.
June 2023
The cottage was beautiful, even better than photos on website The garden was gorgeous and our little dogs loved being out in it as did we
May 2023
Yes, we enjoyed our stay.
May 2023
A lovely place to stay and relax. Thank you. We were also very impressed how quickly a couple of minor issues were dealt with. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay
May 2023
We had a lovely stay . Comfortable cottage, well equipped and clean . Great !
May 2023
We enjoyed our stay very much and the Fuschia cottage is perfect located for our needs - beach, pubs & Fossils hunt. And definitiv like your welcome package with the regional products. That is really an outstanding idea.
May 2023
we enjoyed the holiday but sleeping was not as good as it could have been
Thank you for the excellent scoring and your suggestion of a black out blind, which we will endeavour to action.
- The Toad Hall Team
December 2022
Enjoyed the location, cottage was lovely so was garden. Would stay there again.
September 2022
We had a wonderful holiday at Fuschia cottage, great location, great garden which our dog enjoyed, we will be back
July 2022
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
May 2022
Yes we enjoyed it.
May 2022
It was lovely, especially with the garden. We used it as a base for walking Hardy's Way and Lyme Regis was a good little place to return to in the late afternoon/evening.
May 2022
Lovely cottage and great location. We had a good stay and the welcome pack was a lovely surprise .
April 2022
We very much enjoyed our stay in the beautifull city of Lyme regis. The cottage was perfect for our family and our dog. We would love to come back.
March 2022
We enjoyed our stay. Your staff in Lyme Regis are very helpful and efficient.
December 2021
we enjoyed our stay and would return.
October 2021
Thanks for the lovely hamper
September 2021
We had a lovely relaxed holiday. The property was comfortable with everything we needed for our stay.
August 2021
One of the best we've stayed in
August 2021
The accommodation was spacious and bright, the beds comfy. We loved the garden - especially with all the fuschias in bloom. It was a heratwave while we were here so we ate all our meals outside. Two off road parking spaces were a bonus. Plenty of space in the wardrobes. Well equipped kitchen and the welcome bag was a nice touch. Only down sides;not much room for food to be put away (plenty of pots, pans etc but these took up most of the cupboards and the side board was not a convenient place to store food etc) The tin opener was very hard to use. Full length mirror upstairs would be nice. However, we would definitely stay again
July 2021
Lovely stay.
May 2021
Lovely cottage in a great location. Comfortable and well equipped!
April 2021
This is a really comfortable cottage - spacious, very quiet, good location and a good range of facilities. We'll certainly book it again if we have the chance
October 2020
I hope I have the correct cottage in Lyme Regis. The location was ideal we hardly used our car and enjoyed walking to the seafront and shops. We will book this again as great little safe garden for our dog. Very peaceful and a good break. usual high standard we have enjoyed over the years.
October 2020
We really enjoyed our stay, but the parking was a bit difficult when we arrived as there were four cars parked outside the property, we could get our car on there but there was no room for the other members of our party. I think that needs to be made a bit clearer in the property description.
Thank you for letting us know about the parking on your arrival. We have arranged for the designated parking spaces to be repainted.
- The Toad Hall Team
August 2020
We had a lovely stay, ideal location, once the car was parked we didn't need to drive anywhere unless going further afield, loved it and will be back
August 2020
I have only marked satisfactory as the amount of storage for food in the kitchen was not really enough for 4 people. The patio area could do with some TLC.
July 2020
Yes. We had a lovely holiday.
November 2019
Excellent location within minutes of the park, High Street and Town Mill but be warned the access road (Hill Road) is extremely steep. The garden and parking space were real bonuses with a dog in tow although the accommodation was looking a little tired and in need of updating. The ensuite shower rooms are a bit of a tight squeeze. Although we stayed in mid-November there was no shortage of things to do or places to visit and this part of Dorset/Devon is dog friendly.
We are pleased you enjoyed Lyme Regis and new en-suite showers have been fitted for the start of the 2020 season
- The Toad Hall Team
September 2019
We were very comfortable in this cottage and the location suited us well. We would stay here again and recommend to friends. Thank you Toad Hall!
July 2019
Very nice cottage everything you needed would stay again
June 2019
Enjoyed our stay but not the weather. The garden was very much appreciated but not the stroll up Cardiac Hill.!! It would have been good to have a Visitors book, they are always interesting to read.. and usually giving tips on where to eat or walks etc.... but we did love Lyme Regis..
May 2019
We enjoyed our stay very much. It was great having the lovely little sun trap of a garden.
April 2019
Lovely cottage, very comfortable. Welcome pack a very pleasant surprise. Thank you!
March 2019
All good. Thank you.
February 2019
A lovely cottage, close to the sea and dog friendly
January 2019
Ideal location to walk to the high street and the beach within minutes. Perfect property for the dogs due to the enclosed garden. Stayed at Christmas and was very nice to arrive and find a lovely Christmas tree in the property. Also lovely welcome packs for humans and dogs! We will definitely be back! Thank you.
October 2018
Goodie bag was appreciated
October 2018
We were expecting a dishwasher, although as we didn’t eat in much we didn’t miss it much. The welcome packs were a lovely touch which we appreciated.
Thank you for giving 5 Stars and we are sorry there was no dishwasher. THC work hard to give all relevant information for guests including all the household equipment. Guests will note that there is no reference to a dishwasher on the website
- The Toad Hall Team
August 2018
We really enjoyed our stay at Fuschia Cottage, and were lucky to have glorious weather. The property is in an ideal location within easy walking distance to the centre of Lyme Regis. There is enough space for 4 people, and the beds are very comfy. The only thing that disturbed us were the seagulls having a good squawk as the sun came up!. The garden is small and the pictures are an accurate reflection of its size . It was handy having a bathroom in each of the rooms. Although compact they are perfectly usable. If you intend to fully self cater, it would be difficult to store all the food needed for a family of 4 for a week. The kitchen is well equipped, but lacks storage space for a weeks worth of food. The fridge only has a freezer box too. I would consider this the only down side to the property. There are plenty of local dog friendly beaches too, and many of the restaurants and pubs welcome dogs too. Seaton, Eype and either side of the main Lyme Regis sandy bay (which also has good crabbing) were never packed and the dog could roam free. I would stay again.
July 2018
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and although we had a couple of small issues on arrival Toad Hall staff sorted them out immediately, going that extra mile in terms of service and efficiency which nowadays seems lacking. Will definitely book with Toad Hall again and would recommend them 100%.
June 2018
We will use Toad Hall again, very happy overall as the property was bright and welcoming and parking good. Local pubs and coffee shops fab, lovely area and despite the very tough uphill walk from the town to the cottage it was great.
May 2018
Liked the area and will certainly consider making a future booking in Fuschia Cottage.
May 2018
Yes we did enjoy our stay. Walked 60km that week along the coastal walks. So enjoyed our drinks in the garden in the evening. Will use Toad Hall Cottages again Thank you Jan and Emma
January 2018
We did enjoy our stay, despite the points raised above. I would like to add that the staff of Toad Hall Cottages were fantastic in helping to sort out the WiFi which didn't work upon arrival and came the next day and got it going for us...so thank you very much for that!
October 2017
Really enjoyed our stay here & would have no hesitation in booking a holiday here, just a shame about the parking arrangements.
Sorry you had a minor issue with the parking. There is parking for up to 6 cars at the premises, including two for Fuschia Cottage, but it does rely on other guests parking considerately. To facilitate this the owners are painting lines to make the parking areas more obvious.
- The Toad Hall Team
The Nag's Head
(Less than a mile)
A welcoming 18th century pub full of charm serving simple, hearty pub grub and a great range or local beers and ciders. Attracting both locals and holidaymakers with its friendly atmosphere, live music nights and fabulous views from the sunny beer terrace.
The Nags Head, 32 Silver Street, Lyme Regis DT7 3HS (T:01297 442312)
Cobb Arms
(Less than a mile)
(28)
A family run pub with a fantastic atmosphere in a great location on the harbourside of Lyme Regis. Catering for everyone including the dog and also specialising in gluten free food. A whole range of wonderful choices to excite your taste buds and well positioned to enjoy the summer carnival, food festivals and famous lifeboat week.
Cobb Arms, Marine Parade, Lyme Regis DT7 3JF (T: 01297 443242)
A great menu and lovely food. Friendly, welcoming staff & excellent fish & chips. We enjoyed 2 meals here & both excellent. Would eat here again.
November 2023
Great food. Good choice. Funny and friendly staff. Just don’t get the crumble (fruit soup)
October 2023
A nice pub friendly staff
October 2023
Eaten here a few times and always tasty food with good service. Was not disappointed with scallops starter and plaice main course. Full of flavour.
September 2023
Friendly pub with good food right on the front.
April 2023
Lovely pub with great views
June 2022
Great pies!
October 2021
Food was ok and the pub lovely. Felt like staff just wanted you to leave so they could close, even though it was 9.30p.m!
September 2021
Absolutely blown away by standard of service and food, we haven’t been in the cobb for years because of a bad experience but we booked two days in a row fantastic
July 2021
Good food ,good beer, dog friendly. What's not to like.
July 2021
Had a great visit to the covid open air tables at the side of the Cobb. Really nice pies and good selection of beers. Great prices too. Very well looked after.
May 2021
Food was fabulous, service was good and cheerful, and reasonably priced (with the eat out scheme on top)
August 2020
The staff were so friendly at this pub, very welcoming and happy to help. The food was great along with the wine. I would highly recommend.
January 2020
Top notch seafood (it could not be any fresher!) and very friendly service.
November 2019
We stayed in Lyme Regis in mid-November and after a fabulous birthday meal at this lovely pub it became our go-to place during our stay. Great food, friendly staff and the dog was made most welcome. We enjoyed a farewell breakfast there when we left Lyme Regis.
November 2019
Greta food, great service and welcomes dogs. Good value for money and plenty of choice for vegetarians and vegans as well as meat eaters. Loved the atmosphere.
November 2019
Both my husband and I had the massive burger, and we were not disappointed!! It was delicious, so full up I didn't get to enjoy a dessert, which were very tempting. I tried the local Gin, Grapefruit flavoured, was amazing, so bought a bottle before coming home. For our first date night since our Son has been born was a wonderful experience, definitely recommend The Cobb Arms
September 2019
Lovely friendly staff , beautiful food and plenty of it definitely must eat there ????
August 2019
Excellent food and dog friendly.
November 2018
Very nice family run pub. Staff extremely friendly and food good. Would recommend and visited twice as we were impressed on the first visit. Well done.
October 2018
A friendly welcome for us and the dog and the food was lovely.
October 2018
Thoroughly enjoyed local fish platter, very welcoming and pleased they allowed dogs. Visited a couple of times.
October 2018
We enjoyed eating at the Cobb Arms. Actually went there three times. The food was fine and the service cheerful and good. We did have to wait quite a long time for our meal, as they cook everything to order but we weren't in any particular hurry. The really nice thing about this place is the welcome they give dogs. We have a Labrador, who lay under the table quite happily.
October 2018
Great food good value for money. Staff very friendly.
September 2018
good food and very friendly service would highly recommend
June 2018
We had a lovely lunch with kids and dog. Lovely attentive staff.
August 2017
We had poor service and the fish stew wasn't good at all.
July 2017
Had 2 meals here while on holiday. Lovely food and excellent staff. Very friendly
July 2017
The Volunteer Inn - Lyme Regis
(Less than a mile)
(18)
The Volunteer Inn is a family-run, seventeenth century pub located in the heart of Lyme Regis in Dorset. One of the only remaining pubs on the high street it is traditional in style with cosy areas to sit and chat, a nice fire roaring in the colder months, great atmosphere, friendly staff, and of course a good pint - a winning combination!
The Volunteer Inn 31 Broad St, Lyme Regis DT7 3QE (T: 01297 442214)
Great choice of ales including house bitter at £3.75 a pint.
October 2023
Walked in on spec, booked a meal for an hour later Great food and brilliant service
July 2023
Best pub in Lyme. Great pub grub, great beer and relaxing friendly vibe.
June 2023
Busy but friendly bar, both staff and customers, and good choice of real ales!
May 2023
Had a really nice meal here one evening recently. Service and food very good. However, it was a pity that no desserts or coffee seemed to be available which would have rounded off a very pleasant visit.
July 2022
Great friendly pub, excellent food, beer and value for money
July 2022
Great food, some of the best we had all week. Don't be put off by the looks, its a great place for food. The main bar is to the right as you go in and plenty of locals seemed to be enjoying the many beers on offer. The main dining is left as you go in. We really enjoyed the food and you need to check out the specials, which we nearly missed. The service was great and the staff welcoming. It gets busy so go early and book a table.
June 2022
made to feel welcome food and service very good
May 2022
Sunday lunch a must Best we had in a while
October 2021
Lovely Sunday roast which was very reasonably priced. The meat was cooked perfectly an the size of the portions was huge! Recommend booking in advance.
October 2021
A young couple from our party very much enjoyed an evening meal and the walk home was pleasant.
September 2021
Lovely pub food and friendly staff
August 2021
We visited in mid October for a Sunday lunch - magnificent and so much on the plate I was full for the rest of the day!
October 2020
Even though it was during the school holidays it was a very limited menu with only one pudding! The food we had was good and the pub has a warm friendly atmosphere.
November 2019
had a lovely fish pie. Nice traditional pub.
June 2019
No food to speak of. Just a few filled rolls on the counter. A good local for beer.
September 2018
Exceptional quality and amount of food portions. We tried most of the offerings as there were a lot of us and can honestly say all meals were excellent value, well presented and good portions.
July 2018
Great pub food with good choice of beers and cider, good atmosphere.
July 2017
Cibo
(Less than a mile)
Lovely local deli with cheese counter and fresh bread daily. A great place to stock up for picnics or light lunches in your cottage.
Cibo 32 Broad St, Lyme Regis DT7 3QE
Alexandra Hotel Restaurant
(Less than a mile)
(3)
A charming hotel restaurant serving top-quality dishes which celebrate local produce with an award winning wine cellar to accompany them. The food at the Alexandra ensures a truly fine dining experience and the head chef and his team create dishes using a fusion of the traditional and contemporary. Testament to their 2016 Gold Award.
Alexandra Hotel & Restaurant, Pound St, Lyme Regis DT7 3HZ (T: 01297 442010)
Hotel with stunning grounds overlooking Lyme Bay, brilliant staff and top-notch food. Went there for the set lunch and it was faultless (the afternoon teas looked immense as well but they are the same price as the two-course lunch, so take your pick!).
July 2021
Wonderful Sunday lunch. Friendly, helpful staff and food great. Very pleasant atmosphere. Will certainly go back there when we come back to Lyme Regis.
June 2021
Very friendly people, good food. We left when it was raining, and they took us to our appartement for free. Just wunderfull.
May 2018
SUP2You
(Less than a mile)
Sup2You offers simple online hire of inflatable paddle boards making it easier than ever to get out and enjoy the UK’s beaches, coastline and waterways. Paddleboarding is the perfect way to stay active, have fun with your family and explore the beautiful region where you’re staying; but with everything else you need to bring on holiday sometimes you won’t have the car space to bring your own! With SUP2You the process couldn’t be easier, simply click the link below, select the board and duration online, and your paddleboard will be couriered next day to your holiday cottage.
Click here for further information
Toad Hall Cottages guests can enjoy 10% off their hire when booking for 3 days or more with code Toad10
The Town Mill
(Less than a mile)
(25)
This ancient watermill, set in the artisan quarter of Lyme Regis, was rescued from dereliction by local volunteers and painstakingly restored for the public to enjoy. Nestling around a cobbled courtyard, the mill buildings house a working flour watermill, as well as art galleries, a café, artisan workshops, a bakery & deli and a micro-brewery.
Click here for further details
Well worth a visit. Free to enter and you can show yourself around. Friendly and knowledgeable volunteers. Very interesting.
April 2024
Loved this! Historic monument & enthusiastic volunteers. My 4 & 6 year olds loved watching the Water Wheel & cog mechanics when it was operating. So much so, we came back 3 days in a row to see the demonstration. Great history lesson!
April 2024
The cafe serves excellent toasted sandwiches and salad.
October 2023
Lovely little spot. Away from crowds
October 2023
Amazing place. Really helpful volunteers and lovely setting.
August 2023
Interesting place . Had breakfast twice at the town mill bakery , can really recommend .
May 2023
Excellent micro brewery
May 2023
Called in for breakfast on a wet Bank Holiday. Very busy but staff were friendly and attentive. A bit pricey but tasty, good quality food.
May 2023
Lovely place to sit outside with the dog on a sunny afternoon and have a lovely beer.
April 2023
Picturesque but not much open when we went in March.
March 2023
Lovely place for a drinkp
August 2022
Lovely area with a gallery, restaurants and a pub. Can thoroughly recommend the cider!
June 2022
Most enjoyable visit
June 2022
very interesting tour of working mill.The lyme regis brewery has fantastic beers and a lovely courtyard to sit in the sun to drink it
May 2022
Even better since its recent restoration- you can see inside the mill from a viewing platform and read the information board- no charge but donations encouraged. It's a beautiful building, brilliantly restored; we bought flour from the shop because we were inspired to encourage this little gem to thrive.
March 2022
The old Mill has been lovingly restored to working order, and volunteers are keen to talk about its history, working, and demonstrate it's working. A gem, must be seen. The enjoy a beer or cider across the yard at the Brewery!
September 2021
The brewery was excellent!
June 2021
We loved the Town Mill, particularly the Lyme Regis micro-brewery. Weather wasn't too kind but never spoiled our visits. Covid meant we had to sit at outside tables, sometimes in the rain, however staff were always willing to bring our orders to us as we stood with umbrellas or managed to get a table with cover. Great hosts and great fun.
May 2021
It's a lovely collection of buildings and artisan businesses, a great area to while away time, get inspired and spend money locally! The people at the mill are super-keen and we enjoyed the whole place a lot.
October 2020
A great attraction to visit and learn about milling of grain into flour. A guided tour available and only a donation suggested. Great for children and adults alike. Guide very knowledgeable.
November 2019
Well worth a visit for young and old. Well informed volunteers provide the tour and make it so interesting. No fee is charged but contributions are welcomed and help to keep it open so please give generously.
July 2019
Well worth a visit. The "miller" gave a very informative tour Which included some history of Lyme regis as well as explaining the workings of the mill.
October 2018
The Town Mill is a great attraction, the tour guided by a volunteer miller was excellent and informative.(suggest checking the tour times as they did not run every day) . Opportunities for photographs during the tour were limited because of space but I returned a couple of days later and was able to wander around and take as many as I wanted , I also got to talk to another miller. All for a donation entry fee! The small shop sold their flour and books about the mill. ( I think 2 other reviews were talking about the Courtyard Cafe)
October 2018
Took ages to serve us and the table service in general was poor. Food was good but let down by indifferent service.
July 2018
Well worth a visit as the central feature in a really pleasant old town walk behind the main street. Easier when you start at the top and go down through the twists and turns.
June 2018
Dinosaurland Fossil Museum
(Less than a mile)
(8)
A private museum that’s owned and run by Palaeontologist Steve Davies and his wife Jenny, Dinosaurland Fossil Museum contains a spectacular collection of the local Jurassic marine fossils. The collection grows each year, meaning there’s always something new to see, with more than 10,000 specimens to show people just how exciting and wonderful the world of fossils and dinosaurs really is. Even the building itself has an interesting pedigree as the pioneering fossil hunter Mary Anning was baptised here on 27th June 1799 and continued to worship here until about 1830. She discovered the first Ichthyosaur on the beaches here in 1811.
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Lovely little museum, loads of interesting displays and information, great for families.
April 2024
Lots of interesting fossils and dinosaurs on view.
October 2023
So many fossils could fo with an upgrade but if you're interested its work popping in
October 2023
Interesting displays, especially the time gallery upstairs. We were unfortunate to go when there was a group of students, so couldn't get to all rooms, but gent on the door did warn us.
March 2023
Worth a visit and we thought it was good value. Loads of things to see and read but you have got to be into fossils and geology. Some great set ups with models, and all explained. There were some very young children in there as we walked around and they seem to love it, as the models were huge for them. They were barely walking but seem to know many of the dinosaur names. The person who welcomed us was really friendly and was happy to advice on good places to hunt for fossils. It needs a bit of a dust in places, as do most museums.
June 2022
We've visited here several times, there's a good mix of info for all age ranges, so children and adults are kept busy. Definitely worth a visit if dinosaurs and fossils are your thing. It's a bit cramped inside, but that has never spoiled our visit.
March 2022
Steve Davies has created a unique and astonishing museum on two spacious floors within the old Baptist Chapel that Mary Anning frequented. The geology and wide range of fossils are explained and exhibited. Steve has also purchased and exhibits the truly remarkable collections of several other Lyme "rock hunters", and in a very nice touch uses short biographical notes to explain their contributions. Fossil and history paradise. Don's miss it!!!
September 2021
Really good morning here, something for all ages, good timelines and lovely dinosaurs to hold for children. Very good.
April 2018
Lister Gardens Mini Golf
(Less than a mile)
(2)
With views of The Cobb, the beach and the coastline to Portland, the 18-hole mini golf course in Lister Gardens provides a challenge to players of all ages. Open from 9am-6pm in the spring and summer, winter opening times are a little shorter. Prices start at £3.00 per game for adults and £1.50 per game for children under 14.
Great game of mini golf here but does get very busy!
August 2023
Had a game here one evening. Lovely views over the bay .
July 2017
Lyme Regis Museum
(Less than a mile)
(14)
Standing where Dorset meets Devon, the Lyme Regis Museum is on the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site and was built on the site of fossilist Mary Anning’s home. A chance to discover Lyme’s history, geology, fossils, artists and writers, from J M Whistler to Jane Austen and John Fowles, the museum stands in the heart of the town and is run almost entirely by volunteers. Collections range from interesting to quirky displays with walks and events scheduled throughout the season, so keep an eye on the website for more information. The museum is open from Easter to November and prices start at £3.95 for adults while children and students go free.
A nice little museum wirth a visit
October 2023
A small but perfectly-formed museum, packed full of interesting local history.
September 2023
Quaint building and interesting selection of exhibits- our 4 year old loved the lie on the floor dinosaur scene.
July 2023
This is a really lovely museum which is packed full of interesting artefacts and fossils. My kids and I enjoyed looking round and learning so much. There is a cute gift shop at the end too. The staff were very friendly and helpful and were happy to chat about fossils.
July 2022
Always interesting and its all been updated in recent years. It can get busy so go in early. We bought an annual pass as it's only £1 more and worth the value, plus supporting a great British attraction, not some franchise theme park. There is a lot about fossils but also interesting exhibits covering the area and notable locals who have lived there. There is a big spoiler about the Meryl Streep scene when she was to be filmed standing at the end of the Cobb but you need to look out for that yourself to find out what happened.
June 2022
Great- full of interesting local info aimed at children and adults. The building itself is worth seeing from inside, and the displays are well arranged- we escaped a rainy afternoon, and thoroughly enjoyed it
March 2022
This wonderful and friendly museum explains the uniqueness of Lyme, it's history, characters, geology, and most famous fossils. It feels intimate, cared for, and there is something for everyone. It also has a splendid gallery about Mary Anning, her fossils, and struggle. This museum offers the "whole picture" context for the more specialised Dinosaurland Fossil Museum. The two together will enrich any thoughtful visitor.
September 2021
Well worth a visit especially if you go on Town history walk first.
July 2019
Fossils galore- recommend the Fossil Walk which includes the Museum entry. The staff there are very helpful and impart their knowledge with enthusiasm.
October 2018
Great and you get to return for a year with your entry ticket
September 2018
Excellent.
July 2018
Would highly recommend the Fossil Walk. Highly informative, lots to discover and a great walk for all ages.
June 2018
Excellent museum with friendly, enthusiastic staff. Fossil walks not to be missed - recommended after rain and storms for best finds.
April 2018
Fascinating museum detailing the history of Lyme Regis and of course the fossils! Reasonably priced and well worth a visit.
September 2017
Town Beach, Lyme Regis
(Less than a mile)
(9)
In the picturesque harbour town of Lyme Regis, Town Beach is covered in pebbles at one end thanks to the coastal protection scheme that placed them there to provide essential care for the Marine Parade and the buildings along it. At the other end the beach has been built up with sand, no longer gets covered at high tide and provides an extensive beach area manned by RNLI lifeguards in the summer. There are kiosks, cafes, shops and restaurants bordering the beach, so it’s ideal for visiting with family and spending the whole day on the sand if the weather allows. The main sandy beach in the area, it’s a delight and easy to get to when on holiday in Dorset. There is paid parking nearby, so don’t forget your change, and remember that dogs are not permitted from 1st April to 31st October, while from 1st November to 31st March they must be on leads.
Nice clean beach with plenty of clean WCs and cafes. The sandy bit at the harbour is good for dogs to run around (out of season) and kids to dig in.
April 2024
Nice beach but very busy and did not like the swooping seagulls!
August 2023
Wonderful location and so much to do, we didn't use our car once for a week, unheard of!! The parking in the town not good but for a town of that age, it was adequate and the other car parks further out were very good.
May 2022
Booked a beach hut from Town Council! Great fun and provided welcome shade on v hot day! Appreciated the two chairs provided but would have liked a small table for food / coffee
September 2021
Great beach on the sandy side was really busy and made use of the boat hire on the beach which was great fun, seagulls are a real issue when it comes to food and we ate ours in our tent after my daughter lost a sandwich to one right out of her mouth.
August 2021
We loved the seafront and that in October it was full of people. We liked the beach bit, seeing families enjoying the sand, and it was great to see open loos, nice ice-cream and lots of different places to eat and drink.
October 2020
We had a lovely dog walk along the beach, very pleasant.
September 2018
A lovely family friendly beach. Pebbled at one end and sandy at the other. Plenty of eateries and ice cream places. A good place for fossil hunting.
August 2018
Excellent area and beach although extremely busy if the sun makes an appearance. I go to Lyme Regis whilst dogs are allowed on the beach (I do use it with my dog) and would like to see more policing re dogs off leads.
April 2017
Church Cliff Beach, Lyme Regis
(Less than a mile)
(3)
Famous for its picturesque Jurassic coastline, as well as its array of fossils, Church Cliff Beach is on the edge of Lyme Regis town. Sandy in places, at low tide there is an extensive rock ledge with hundreds of rock pools where you can catch shrimp. The River Lym flows into the bay, so paddling is a necessity if you want to stroll on the sand. The beach is flanked by rock armour which protects the promenade, and the sand is covered at high tide. There’s paid parking close by, so don’t forget your change. There are facilities, restaurants and cafes in the town. There’s no lifeguard cover on this beach, and dogs are permitted all year round, which is great news for walkers as it also makes up part of the West Dorset Heritage Coast and its accompanying footpaths.
Plenty of parking with a moderate walk down many steps to the beach. Worth the walk though with plenty of fossils around if your prepared to look.
September 2023
Lovely beach but spoilt by the amount of broken bits of glass and rusty metal components that have fallen from the cliff (believe there was some form of rubbish dump at the top of the cliff many years ago) - not a problem for most people but was worried about our dog getting injured.
May 2023
A lovely stretch of beach with rock pools and a chance to find fossils. Get there as the tide is going out and get there early. Take provisions as it is just a beach, of shingle and sand, there are some rocks to clamber over and rock pools to explore. One of our favourite beaches in the UK.
June 2022
Cobb Gate Beach, Lyme Regis
(Less than a mile)
(8)
This pretty harbour town dates back to the 14th century, and is sheltered by a curving harbour wall, The Cobb, as its known contains a small sandy beach made famous in the opening shot of the film The French Lieutenant’s Woman. You reach the beach between the RNLI station and the slipway, and there is lifeguard cover in the summer months. Activities nearby include fishing, sailing, snorkeling, kayaking, swimming, surfing and water skiing, while facilities close to the beach include cafes and restaurants and toilets. There are lots of walks in the area including guided tours of the famous fossil bearing cliffs. There is paid parking nearby, Axminster train station is five minutes away as the crow flies and buses are available to the town centre. Dogs are allowed on the beach from 1st November to 30th March as long as they’re on the lead, but they are not permitted in the summer months.
Love the stroll along the Cobb beach and area so clean plenty of places to eat and drink. The locals are so warm and welcoming, can’t beat Lyme regis
November 2021
Perfect sandy beach for everyone. Loved the Marine Parade with food and drink and ice creams.
October 2021
excellent, safe beach
September 2021
Always raked and cleaned. Pretty safe, excellent lifeguards. Restaurants and cafes need to be open later. Toilets very clean but not enough of them so long queues. Watch out for seagulls stealing food from your hands!
August 2021
Lovely harbour and great places to grab a bite to eat. But it is extremely busy. Every inch of the small patch of sand by the cobb was taken up but beach shelters, feet deck chairs etc. If your kids are not fussed about sand avoid the area if you want quite and relaxing. The other side of the cobb is quite and so are the toilets (which are clean)
August 2021
We walked here from Seaton along the muddy coastal path and Lyme Regis is lovely . We took a boat out from the cob .
July 2021
The cob was lovely to walk on and all you needed was near by
September 2020
Lovely to see this in sunshine for the first time in several visits. Worth going early to see it uncrowded.
June 2018
Monmouth Beach, Lyme Regis
(Less than a mile)
(7)
Named after the Duke of Monmouth who landed here in 1685 in an attempt to take the crown from King James II, Monmouth Beach is a large pebble and sand beach that stretches over a kilometer southwest from the Cobb wall. There are beach huts, a bowling green, the Lyme Regis Power Boat Club and paid car parks close by. Meanwhile, for those wishing to have their own exploratory adventures, you can find a layer of limestone called the ammonite graveyard at Monmouth Beach, containing a large number of (you guessed it) ammonites. There are numerous walks close by and dogs are allowed on the beach all year round. There is lifeguard cover in the summer, and all the town’s cafés, restaurants and amenities are within easy reach.
A very lovely beach if you like stones! But great when the tide is right out and you can fossil hunting.
October 2023
My dog Luna and I really enjoy walking and playing ball along the beach keeping eyes down to see if we can find a fossil!!! very clean and looked after Love it!!!
June 2022
Stunning, quiet and picture perfect ideal place to relax and paint ?
November 2021
Stayed here in The Little Sea House right on the beach. Amazing sunrises. Beautiful and peaceful but tricky to walk on in places.
October 2021
We had a lovely holiday staying in the little sea house. Perfect location on the beach. Was very warm & cosy inside. Was generally clean on arrival but think it could do a intensive deep clean occasionally to clean racks /hard to reach places ( plug holes) but this did not effect our stay ( I’m just bit OCD with cleaning) I would recommend this to anyone wanting a relaxing tranquil break. Also the out hours staff from toadhall cottages were very helpful. Would book again
May 2021
Just beautiful
September 2020
Great for fossil hunting and dog friendly!
September 2017
Charmouth Beach
(2 miles)
(7)
Perfect for family days out, Charmouth Beach is a mix of sand and pebbles, fossils (for which the area is famous), good swimming and good surf. It is divided into two distinct areas (East and West) by the mouth of the River Char, which often forms a lagoon suitable for boating or watching the ducks swim past. To get to the beach, simply find the centre of the village and follow Lower Sea Lane. There are ample car parks close to the beach as well as another one half way down Lower Sea Lane if those are full. Dogs are allowed on the West beach as long as they are on leads from 1st May and 30th September between the sea defenses and Lyme Regis but not on the area of beach in front of the beach huts and the Heritage Centre. From 1st July to 31st August dogs are not allowed on East Beach between 10:00am and 6:00pm, but are welcome outside these hours. At East Beach there is a beach café and picnic tables close by, and in the summer months there is a bouncy castle. There are also lots of beautiful walks close by to enjoy. West Beach meanwhile is about a mile and a half long and is a haven for fossil hunters and avid rock-poolers.
Charmouth Beach is just wonderful, lovely walks with no cars or road noise. Heaven!
April 2024
Walking this beach from Lyme Regis
October 2023
Great beach, Its busy by the shops but plenty of places to walk to find space away from others. The toilets are bad, so with a few wipes and wash you hands after. Get there early for parking. It is sand, shingle and rock pools, so great for a non commercialised beach day. Follow the tide out if you are fossil hunting but best to have a guided tour first from the museum so you know what you are looking for. One of our favourite sea sides in Britain.
June 2022
This is a beautiful area. Gets very busy and there are about four car parks and on street parking. The museum was very fascinating. Toilet queue was horrendous. This is a great area for inflatables as you can go down the stream if you want instead of the sea. There is also a large grass bank to picnic on instead of the beach cobbles.
August 2021
Great beach if but a bit stony where we went, good facilities for food and drinks and no where near as many seagulls as Lyme Regis.
August 2021
Lovely quaint beach.
May 2019
Lovely spot to sit, relax and look for fossils.
October 2018
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