Guests say
Waltham House in Lyme Regis is a well-received cottage, praised for its superb location, cleanliness, and spaciousness. Guests appreciate its proximity to the beach, local shops, and attractions, making it ideal for family seaside holidays and group stays. The addition of a games room and a welcome hamper adds to the positive experience, although some minor issues with facilities and lack of a garden are noted.
Most guests found the house clean and comfortable. One review mentioned dirty dishes, but this seems an isolated incident compared to the overall positive feedback on cleanliness.
The location is consistently praised for being close to the town, beach, and local attractions, making it an ideal spot for visitors.
The house is generally considered comfortable, though one review mentioned an uncomfortable bed and another noted a small bunk bed room, suggesting it may be more suitable for children.
Facilities are well-regarded, with a games room and well-equipped kitchen. However, some guests noted a small dishwasher and the absence of oven gloves, indicating room for improvement.
The welcome hamper was a delightful touch, appreciated by guests. While such gestures are warmly received, they are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Enjoying a superb setting in the heart of the old town of Lyme Regis in Dorset, is this Grade II listed townhouse. Perfect for families looking for a fun-filled family break, Waltham House boasts a wealth of traditional features and is a simply superb place to stay at anytime. The grandeur of the property is established from the get-go with a welcoming entrance hall leading into the spacious sitting room which has an ample sitting area, an original fireplace, a traditional feature stone wall and delightful picture windows, all of which add up to create a warm and welcoming space. On the first-floor is the rustic-style kitchen and dining room which offer another inviting area to cook up some fantastic food for the whole family and sit around the elegant dining table and enjoy good food, drink and company whilst getting into the holiday spirit. Climb up to the second floor where you will find the well-presented bedrooms. Choose from the master king-size, a twin and a children’s bunk bedroom, all of which are tastefully styled and are a simply beautiful place to lay your head and wake up in the morning. The beauty of Waltham House’s setting is its central location within just a few minutes’ walk from the town of Lyme Regis which has a maze of attractive streets home to a number of shops, bars and restaurants and a beautiful beach at Lyme Bay not to mention the stunning Jurassic Coastline. There is so much to see and do in the region it’s hard to know where to begin. Family days out include Tunnel Tree Tops high ropes and zip wire experience, Dinosaurland Fossil Museum, Pecorama, Seaton Tramway and Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens, to name just a few and towns along the coast worth hopping in the car and driving to (with some beautiful coastal scenery along the way!) include Charmouth, Sidmouth, Branscombe and Weymouth. Waltham House offers spacious period accommodation in the heart of Lyme Regis.
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.
Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size, 1 x twin, 1 x children’s bunk.
Second-floor bathroom with bath with shower over, basin and WC.
Ground-floor wet room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Dining room with double sofa bed.
Sitting room.
Basement games room
Gas central heating with electric stove-effect fire.
Electric oven, grill and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine/tumble dryer, dishwasher, hairdryer.
Two Smart TVs, DVD player, CD player, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot and highchair provided.
One parking permit supplied for Woodmead car park on Hill Road (no allocated space) within 5 minutes walk.
Up to three well-behaved dogs are welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.2 miles, pub 0.1 miles.
Note: Car parking permit supplied, subject to availability.
Note: There are some steep steps between floors in the property so please bear this in mind when booking
Reviews (11)
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Chris
Everything was provided.
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Paul
Perfect for a family seaside holiday and so close to the sea front. Lyme Regis itself was just delightful. We were glad we didnât take our dogs though as having no garden would have made life difficult.
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Carol
Cups Plates and cutlery were dirty ( poss from last user).house smells damp . Positives close to the beach and small local shops . Lovely and quiet at night .