Guests say
Guests generally enjoy Kelly Bray, praising its spaciousness, warmth, and proximity to town and beaches. The property's garden, views, and parking are appreciated, as is the welcome pack. Some guests mention issues with maintenance and cleanliness, but these are outweighed by the property's charm and location.
While many guests found the property to be clean and comfortable, there were a few reports of cleanliness issues such as mould and a dishwasher needing cleaning. These seem to be isolated incidents rather than a general trend.
The location is highly praised for its quiet setting, pleasant walks, and easy access to Lyme Regis town centre and beaches. The views from the property are also frequently mentioned as a highlight.
Guests find the beds comfortable and appreciate the spaciousness of the property. However, some guests noted issues with heating and water temperature in certain rooms, which affects the overall comfort score.
The property is well-equipped with bathrooms, a Raeburn, and a tumble dryer. However, there are several reports of maintenance issues such as problematic showers, a temperamental dishwasher, and outdated TVs, which suggest room for improvement in this category.
The welcome pack is mentioned positively, indicating thoughtfulness. However, as gifts are not guaranteed and not all reviews mention them, the score reflects the positive feedback without setting an expectation of gifts for future guests.
About this property
Enjoying a superb, elevated position overlooking Lyme Regis and the Jurassic Coastline, is this lovely detached holiday home, Kelly Bray. Ideal for families or a group of friends on holiday together, the accommodation is well presented with the magnificent gardens a particular feature, which boast breath-taking sea views and the gently sloping lawns make them the perfect place for children (and dogs!) to run around and play safely while the adults can make the most of the time to relax and chill out on the patio area, maybe enjoying a tipple or two at the same time. Inside, the accommodation is clean and comfortable, with a delightful sitting room greeting guests as they arrive. There is an ample seating area, attractive wood flooring and a feature woodburning stove which provides a cosy centre point to the room; a space where you can imagine guests gathering, curling up together on the sofa and enjoying each other’s company. The country-style kitchen is a joy to cook in with a gorgeous range cooker a wonderful spot for rustling up all kinds of delicious food for your holiday party and when dinner is served there is a formal dining room boasting some fabulous views or for something a little less formal, why not pull up a chair and gather around the rustic table in the kitchen? If you want to soak up some sunshine and captivating views at the same time, then you can chill out in the light and airy sunroom, which gives guests a great alternative space to relax in. When bedtime calls, there are four well-appointed bedrooms to choose from, two king-sizes, a double and a twin so no matter what combination of guests are in your party there will be a bedroom for you. Waking up in the morning at Kelly Bray is a joy with those views visible from all corners of the house and after a quick soak in the bath or a refreshing shower, you’ll be ready to take in the sights and sounds of Dorset. A short walk will take you into Lyme Regis which has a great selection of shops, bars, pubs, galleries, restaurants and boutiques as well as a museum and aquarium and of course a beach and Cobb Harbour and Causeway for which the town is well known. Attractions to visit by car with some enchanting views along the way include Athelhampton House and Gardens, Axe Valley Wildlife Park, Charmouth Heritage Coast Centre, Pecorama Gardens and the Jurassic Fun Centre. Pack a picnic and head off fossil hunting to any number of beaches along the Jurassic Coastline including Charmouth, West Bay, Lulworth Cove, Weymouth and Seatown. For a holiday with all the comforts of home, pay a visit to Kelly Bray.
The delightful seaside town of Lyme Regis has much to offer its visitors, boasting a maze of narrow streets filled with craft and antique shops, galleries and cafes. Take a stroll along the world-famous Cobb causeway overlooking the ancient harbour, where fishing trips can be enjoyed, or try your hand at fossil hunting in the area. The scenic coastal path offers excellent walking opportunities and spectacular views of the stunning Jurassic coast, whilst the gently shelving sands and sparkling waters of Lyme Bay provide the perfect place in which to relax and unwind. A holiday destination to savour!
Accommodation
Over three floors.
Four bedrooms: 1 x king-size, 1 x double, 1 x twin with en-suite with walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x second-floor king-size with en-suite with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Bathroom with bath with shower over, basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Dining room.
Sitting room.
Sunroom.
Cloakroom with basin and WC
Gas central heating with woodburning stove.
Gas oven, grill and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher.
Two TVs, DVD player, CD/radio, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot.
Off-road parking for 2-3 cars.
Enclosed rear gardens with lawns, terraced area, greenhouse and patio furniture.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.2 miles, pub 0.2 miles.
Note: Logs for the woodburning stove are not supplied.
Note: There are some steps in the garden so please bear this in mind when booking
Reviews (13)
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Pauline
It was very comfortable and in a good location. Just a few points; We found the Rayburn a big challenge; our week away was beautifully warm and sunny, so the Rayburn being on low all the time made it extremely hot in the kitchen. When I tried to cook in the oven it needed to be turned up for a much longer time than indicated in the manual; we gave up in the end. It would have been great to have a highchair in the house, Many other less expensive places we have stayed in have provided one. A great week though.
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Martin
The climbs up and down hills did us good! There was plenty of room in the house with a pleasant separate dining room and spacious living room, and the bedrooms were very comfortable, all with views of the bay. We found the porch useful for coats and boots etc. The kitchen, however, was a little cramped for the 6 of us (though we loved the dishwasher, Raeburn and tumble dryer!). The wonderful garden was much enjoyed by our 4 year old grandson. A couple of very small points: the lighting in the dining room was rather harsh and, secondly, we were confused by conflicting instructions about refuse/recycling collection. Otherwise: perfect, thank you! We loved Lyme Regis, had a fantastic time and hope to return one day.
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Maureen
Good location! My husband is disabled, but good job we had his motability scooter!! Comfortable surroundings and a great welcome pack