Guests say
Clock Cottage offers a peaceful and spacious retreat in a beautiful rural setting near the Jurassic Coast. Guests praise the welcoming host, comfortable beds, and well-equipped kitchen, with special touches such as freshly baked scones on arrival. The property is ideal for families and those seeking relaxation, with easy access to local villages and beaches. While a remote location and minor issues like the farm track and small towels are noted, the overall experience is highly positive, with many guests keen to return.
Multiple reviews mention the cottage being incredibly clean and well presented, with no significant complaints about cleanliness.
The rural, peaceful location is widely appreciated, with proximity to the coast and local attractions. Some mention the remote access and long farm track, but overall the setting is seen as a major asset.
Guests highlight comfortable beds, spacious rooms, and a relaxing atmosphere. Minor issues such as small towels are mentioned, but comfort is generally rated highly.
The cottage is described as well equipped, with a snooker table, good kitchen facilities, and thoughtful amenities. One guest suggested more kitchen equipment, and there was a mention of early morning noise from neighbouring workers, but overall facilities are praised.
Several guests mention a warm welcome and thoughtful touches such as freshly baked scones on arrival. Please note that such gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Branscombe beach is only 1½ miles away and the Jurassic Coast is nearby. Visit beautiful locations such as Lulworth Cove, Durdle Door and Chesil Beach..
Ground Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, No Toilet
Separate Toilet.
First Floor:
Living/dining room: Freeview TV, DVD Player, CD Player, Electric Woodburner
Kitchen: Breakfast Area, Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
Bedroom 3: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Gas central heating included. Bike store.. Both properties: Gas, solar powered electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair available on request. Welcome pack. Enclosed lawned garden with garden furniture and BBQ. 60-acre grounds (shared with other properties). Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: The property has a natural water supply from a spring. . Rockenhayne Farmstead is situated on one side of a deep valley within 60 acres of woodland and meadowland. Experience natural beauty and an abundance of wildlife, all within 3 miles of Branscombe beach. Driving down the mile-long drive through the woods and fields, look out for deer and other wildlife. The properties are set in the owner’s grounds, but retain their own privacy; they are spacious and furnished to a very good standard. Maple Tree Cottage (ref hssk) is a detached barn conversion, ideal for families.
Many walks can be taken from the door and for birdwatchers, this is a haven for buzzards and woodpeckers. The village of Branscombe has two hostelries, a post office/store, a couple of tea rooms and a working forge. Beer is only a 10-minute drive away. The Dorset and East Devon Coast, known as the Jurassic Coast, features many natural landmarks including Lulworth Cove, Durdle Door and Chesil Beach, and offers a selection of the finest sandy beaches to be found in the UK. The Jurassic Coast is ideal for exploring on foot, by bicycle or on horseback.
Branscombe is a haven for walkers, with a cluster of thatched and stone cottages nestling alongside a narrow lane at the bottom of a wooded valley. There is so much to do; take a trip on the tram in Seaton, or visit the nearby donkey sanctuary. Sidmouth boasts a beach and each year holds a folk festival. Beer has a lovely pebble beach, plenty of shops and restaurants, and quarry/caves which is open to visitors. Honiton market town is the home of Honiton lace and hosts a street market on a Saturday. Many National Trust properties can be found close by. Shop 1½ miles, pub and restaurant 2 miles.
Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Free WiFi
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
The water is from a spring, well or borehole, and not a mains supply.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Reviews (10)
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Bill Walford
A delightful place to stay! There's plenty of room in the property, plenty of woods outside for walking in, and it's in South Devon, which is always worth a visit.In detail, we found Rosemary to be a most welcoming host. Everything was laid on, (including fresh-baked scones on arrival), the property is very clean , well equipped (with a 6ft snooker table and a small library) and very well presented.For self caterers, the shops, take-aways and pubs/ restaurants are within 15 minutes drive (Bloaters chip shop at Sidford is recommended, Lyme Regis Golf Club does a good Sunday roast, and the nearby Donkey Sanctuary has an excelelnt cafe for lunchtimes).Altogether a really good holiday base.
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Confirmed Guest
A wonderful place, great welcome.
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Philip Rowe
Get over the 1 mile farm track from the main road to the cottage, and the small, thin towels and those woukd be the only very minor grips about this cottage. Once your car's suspension has gone through a thorough test, what is wsiting for you is truly fantastic. Brilliant accommodation in a lovely very rural location. Don't let no mains water or a staircase with a bend in it put you off what you do get is a snooker table & a submarine!!! With the Jurassick Coast on your doorstep (Lyme Regis, Seaton & it's trams, Beer and Sidmouth) what's not to like.