The Fernery

Customer rating

4.7★

10 Guests
5 Bedrooms
4 Bathrooms
Pets No
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Features

Ground floor bedroom
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

11 Customer Review(s)

Steve
May 2026

“Lovely garden with sun deck, and slide & swing for children.”

Lots of children's toys in the snug. Plenty of books for all ages. A lot of "high tech" equipment - could have benefitted from manuals to get the best from them! Very comfortable accommodation. Parking only £3.30 per 24 hours & plenty of space, although mostly we managed to find street parking. Only a very small car could use the drive. Note for owner - gate needs some attention to avoid sticking, & a nearby drain cover needs replacing due to downpipe cutout.

Lots of children's toys in the snug. Plenty of books for all ages. A lot of "high tech" equipment - could have benefitted from manuals to get the best from them! Very comfortable accommodation. Parking only £3.30 per 24 hours & plenty of space, although mostly we managed to find street parking. Only a very small car could use the drive. Note for owner - gate needs some attention to avoid sticking, & a nearby drain cover needs replacing due to downpipe cutout.

- Steve, May 2026
Chitra August 2025

“We had a very comfortable stay with our extended family.”

Its a beautiful property which has everything we needed except a shower gel and a shampoo. We felt very much at home. My 12 yo loves playing piano so that was bonus and my 6 yo had enough to keep her busy. The parking space is for 1 small car and is very narrow and we couldn't get our Range Rover in so had to find a parking on the street but it does say in the description so it wasn't a much of a hassle tbh. This property has a beautiful Garden which i don't think has been advertised here. overall, lovely clean property and would love to come here again. Thank you!

- Chitra, August 2025
Catherine July 2025

“We had a very relaxing stay at the Fernery with three generations spread out across the whole property.”

The projector TV was brilliant, and kitchen was very well- equipped. Colyton is a great location with a range of excellent local shops including fishmonger, butcher, bakers, deli and THREE pubs.

- Catherine, July 2025
Diane May 2025

“Thanks for a lovely week, just a small issue with the sink in the downstair toilet the water is slow to empty we unscrewed the plug to help with this.”

- Diane, May 2025
Ben April 2025

“Great!”

- Ben, April 2025
Linda August 2023

“Ideal property for larger family groups.”

Very clean and well equipped. Beautiful well maintained garden. The grandchildren loved playing in it. We parked in the town car park and discovered very efficient electric car charging. We had a great holiday. Thank you.

- Linda, August 2023
Charlotte August 2023

“Our stay at The Fernery was lovely, the property fully met our needs and the kids loved the garden.”

The house was well equipped and ideal for a large group, the listing really doesn’t do the property justice. We called Sykes during our stay and they were responsive and helpful too - thank you. Colyton is a lovely village and the Fernery was a good base to visit a lovely part of Devon. The welcome gift was also a nice touch.

- Charlotte, August 2023
George July 2023

“Many excellent features.”

Great position in lively village/town. Close to pubs, restaurants, shops, post office. Garden is wonderful, and lots of kids' play equipment. Outside rooms are very well equipped, especially the studio. There is no tumble drier, and the fridge is small for a big group. Lacks a small frying pan and a broom. Remotes needed new batteries.Needs more keys, especially for back door. Back gate very stiff. The interior is on different levels, plenty of stepping up and down. Could be a problem for very young or elderly. More instructions needed for the house "tech". The house book is as yet inadequate. We had a lovely stay in a quirky, interesting house.

- George, July 2023
Suzy July 2023

“Lovely property in a great little town.”

Huge garden, beautifully maintained. We liked the fact that 2 of the bedrooms were separate from the main house. The garden flat got hot but there’s a much needed air con unit. Well equipped kitchen and plenty of games for the kids. The kids loved the tv in the bathroom wall.

- Suzy, July 2023
Vivien June 2023

“It was our 50th wedding anniversary and we couldn't have been more pleased with our stay at The Fernery.”

It was perfect. The accommodation was absolutely brilliant. There was not one thing we would have changed. Lovely accommodation, spotlessly clean, just wishes we could have stayed longer.

- Vivien, June 2023
Georgina December 2022

“We stayed here for new year and loved everything about it.”

Clean, tidy, well equipped, great technology, comfortable beds, great outdoor space - would love to visit again in the summer. Great service from Sykes cottages, easy to get hold of to sort out a couple of queries. Thank you.

- Georgina, December 2022

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Summary

Main House: Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size with en-suite walk-in shower, basin, and wc, 1 x king-size, 1 x twin.Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, WC, and TV.Kitchen, dining room and utility room.Sitting room with feature fireplace.Snug with flame effect gas fire
The Garden Studio: Single-storey studio-style layout with king-size bed, kitchen, dining area and sitting area with double sofa bed.Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, and WC
The Courtyard Room: Single-storey studio style layout with double bed, dining table, TV and small fridge.Adjoining bathroom with small corner bath, shower enclosure, wc and basin
Main house: Gas central heating.Electric range oven, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher.2 x TV, WiFi, selection of books
Garden Studio: Electric central heating.Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge with ice box, washing machine, dishwasher.TV projector, WiFi
Courtyard Room: Electric central heating, TV, fridge (no icebox) Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Highchair and travel cot available
Rear garden with courtyard, large lawn, with decked area and outside furniture, small pond, and children's play area
Sorry, no pets, no smoking
Note: Please make sure that children are supervised around the pond
Note: Check-in from 4pm, check-out by 10am

The property

The Fernery is a delightful property located in the charming market town of Colyton, on the edge of the East Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This delightful property offers a range of flexible sleeping options accommodating up to 10 guests, so is an ideal choice for larger families or groups of friends wishing to holiday together. The main house accommodates 6 guests and has a farmhouse kitchen, family dining room, homely sitting room with feature fireplace TV and comfortable seating. if you’d prefer some peace and quiet, retreat to the snug, which is furnished with a bookcase full of selections and flame effect fire that is ideal for chilly days. As the night unfolds guests have the choice of 3 bedrooms including a king-size with en-suite shower room, a further king-size, and a twin. A separate family bathroom has a bath with shower over and with a TV fitted above the bath it will make the children’s bath time a real treat. The Garden Studio is a contemporary, single-storey lodge, located within the grounds of The Fernery and can accommodate up to 4 guests. The studio style layout has a king-sized bed and additional sofa bed, large projector TV, modern kitchen and bathroom with bath with shower over. A wooden decked veranda wraps around the front and side of the studio to enjoy a spot of alfresco dining or to sit quietly in a deck chair with a book to relax and take in the tranquil garden setting. The Courtyard Room is a self-contained studio room sleeping 2 guests with double bed and adjoining bathroom with small corner bath, separate shower enclosure, wc and wash basin, small fridge and TV. The Courtyard Room is separate from the main house and enjoys views over the courtyard and main house. Outside there is a delightful courtyard seating area with furniture. Steps lead from the courtyard to a spacious garden with mature shrubs, pretty borders and fruit trees. A decked seating area provides an idea spot to make the most of the garden setting & enjoy some alfresco dining. The garden also has an established vegetable plot, small pond and a children’s play area. The property does have space for 1 small car however this is accessed up a very narrow drive where turning is tight. Guests access this at their own risk. Alternatively, a car park is situated near by and free on-street parking can often be found in the village. The narrowest part of the driveway is 63 inches. Colyton itself is a town steeped in history and retains many old buildings and features of a bygone age. The town boasts a wonderful selection of traditional shops, including an award winning butchers and traditional bakery, alongside galleries, artisan eateries and tea rooms. Take a tram ride along the River Axe to Seaton. For nature lovers, explore the beautiful marshlands and reed beds with over 4km of level trails and boardwalks and home to an abundance of wildlife. A 20 minute drive will take you to the picturesque seaside town of Lyme Regis with its family friendly beaches and famous Cobb harbour together with attractions such as the aquarium, and fossil museums where you can discover more about the extensive geological history of this well-known section of the World Heritage Jurassic Coast. For animal lovers looking for a great day out, travel to nearby Sidmouth and enjoy a visit to the donkey sanctuary (open 7 days a week) or in nearby Axminister the Axe Valley Animal Park is a small and friendly zoo situated in the beautiful countryside of the Axe Valley. Escape to Devon for a memorable holiday at The Fernery.

There is a pond in the garden so care will be needed with younger children

The property does have space for 1 small car however this is accessed up a very narrow drive where turning is tight. Guests access this at their own risk. Alternatively, a car park is situated near by and free on-street parking can often be found in the village. The narrowest part of the driveway is 63 inches.

Please enjoy 25% off of the rental cost if you book for two weeks, 35% off for three weeks and 40% off of bookings up to 28 nights. Discounts can be applied by the Reservations Team upon enquiry. Please contact the team for special rates for bookings over 28 nights.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £250.

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About the location

COLYTON

Seaton 2.8 miles; Lyme Regis 6.9 miles.

Situated in East Devon, Colyton is a small town with its roots dating back to 700 AD. Situated around three miles from Seaton and six miles from Axmouth, Colyton has many links to its past with numerous historical buildings, such as St Andrew’s Church, and its winding lanes with independent shops. Good food and a warm welcome are on offer at the many inns. Colyton's tram station will provide you with an enjoyable ride alongside the River Axe to Seaton, where you can stop off to relax upon Seaton Beach, tour Beer Quarry Caves, or enjoy a leisurely afternoon strolling through Seafield Gardens. The picturesque villages of Colyford, Southleigh, Northleigh and Farway lie nestled in the heart of the Coly Valley and are always a good day out, where you can explore the woodlands and valleys across the East Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Holyford Woods Local Nature Reserve, and Seaton Wetlands.

Please note that this property is unable to accept contractor bookings.

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Reviews & Ratings

“Lovely garden with sun deck, and slide & swing for children.”

“We had a very comfortable stay with our extended family.”

“We had a very relaxing stay at the Fernery with three generations spread out across the whole property.”

“Thanks for a lovely week, just a small issue with the sink in the downstair toilet the water is slow to empty we unscrewed the plug to help with this.”

“Great!”

“Ideal property for larger family groups.”

“Our stay at The Fernery was lovely, the property fully met our needs and the kids loved the garden.”

“Many excellent features.”

“Lovely property in a great little town.”

“It was our 50th wedding anniversary and we couldn't have been more pleased with our stay at The Fernery.”

“We stayed here for new year and loved everything about it.”

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The property

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About the location

COLYTON