Penny Plot Cottage

4.0★

2 Guests
1 Bedroom
1 Bathroom
Pets Yes
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Off road parking
Ground floor bedroom
Garden / Patio
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Seaside
Broadband / WiFi

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Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

24 Customer Review(s)

Neil
November 2023

“Penny Plot Cottage is a roomy, clean, holiday home, for two people.”

Everything worked well for us and we have only positive things to say about it. There are great views to Golden Cap. We had a lovely November break, the weather was kind to us and Lyme Regis is a great destination. It may not suit everyone though, as it lies atop a steep side road, and the walk out from the town, although not far, is uphill all the way (but easy on the way in).

Everything worked well for us and we have only positive things to say about it. There are great views to Golden Cap. We had a lovely November break, the weather was kind to us and Lyme Regis is a great destination. It may not suit everyone though, as it lies atop a steep side road, and the walk out from the town, although not far, is uphill all the way (but easy on the way in).

- Neil, November 2023
Gillian October 2023

“Good points: The beds were very comfortable, the heating worked well and the water was nice and hot with excellent pressure.”

The cottage was very clean and the view was lovely. The welcome pack was generous and much appreciated. Bad points: The windows streamed with condensation due to the very out-dated metal window frames and single glazing. The sitting room was cluttered with an enormous obsolete settee and a huge coffee table which we had to climb round to get through the room. The paintings were dark and depressing. The door handle to the bedroom jammed and it could not be turned from inside the room, so it would be possible to get locked in that room if both occupants were in there at the same time and the door had been closed. The outside of the property is depressing with derelict, moss covered outbuildings and a completely overgrown ‘meadow’. Rusty metal chairs against the wall add to the feeling that once the property might have been lovely but has been abandoned long ago.

- Gillian, October 2023

Thank you for your comments. The owner has recently replaced the sofa and armchair, and has now removed the futon to make more space in the living room. The meadow is left natural and is not accessible to guests. We hope you enjoyed your stay. The Lyme Bay Team Property Owner
Gillian September 2023

“WE FOUND THE COTTAGE VERY PICTURESQUE, HOMELY & HAD EVERYTHING WE NEEDED FOR OUR STAY.”

IT'S ALSO VERY CLOSE TO LYME REGIS & OTHER PLACES TO VISIT IN THE DORSET AREA. WE COULDN'T HAVE WISHED FOR MORE. OUR WEATHER WAS AWFUL, BUT THERE WERE RESTAURANTS & TAKE AWAYS ETC & ENTERTAINMENT WITH TV & VIDEO SO ALL NEEDS COVERED. WE TOOK OUR TWO DOGS WITH US AS THE COTTAGE WAS DOG FRIENDLY. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED TO ANYBODY INTERESTED IN STAYING THERE.

- Gillian, September 2023
Allison September 2023

“This is a charming cottage, situated on a high vantage point with fabulous views.”

It has a lovely garden and provides a quiet, relaxed experience. Although the cottage itself is a little 'lived in' it is still comfortable and functional rather than luxurious. A nice welcome pack of local goodies awaited our arrival. Note: the walk down to the sea is easy, the walk back up less so! Take a torch if you walk back in darkness.

- Allison, September 2023
Robert August 2023

“Property overall fine but unfortunately lounge furniture very uncomfortable.”

And a note to drivers with a large car entrance is very tight

- Robert, August 2023

Thank you for your feedback which we have passed onto the owner who is purchasing replacement sofa/armchair and making some other upgrades. The Lyme Bay Team Property Owner
Maria July 2023

“I usually score 5 stars for sykes everytime I use them but on this occasion I feel very disappointed.”

The cottage was filthy with thick hair and dust in-between the bed slats and other areas of filth, so I called the company who were overseeing the cottage the Lyme Bay Team. It was a Sunday and they were closed so we ended up having to clean the cottage ourselves as we had no other choice and couldn't leave it like that and feel comfortable. I complained to sykes who informed the owner but as I'd apparently not given them the chance to clean it while I was inside the property i was not going to be getting anything back as a good will gesture, that's because I'd been put in a position where I had to clean it myself. I didn't really want the good will gesture but an apology would have been appreciated. We provided photos to prove how filthy it was, over £1000 of our hard earned cash to have to go and clean months of built up dirt from a property that has cleaning contractors located on the next street. So disappointed as all our other cottages were immaculate. Sofas uncomfortable, views and garden lovely.

- Maria, July 2023

The cottage is rated as 3 ticks by an independent assessor. The owner has now replaced the sofa and armchair, and has made some other updates within the cottage. We do have an out of hours team available to guests to contact on a Sunday, and if contacted we would have sent someone out to attend to any issues raised, so I'm sorry that you were not able to access this and spend precious holiday time cleaning. The Lyme Bay Team Property Owner
Marian July 2023

“We thoroughly enjoyed our visit!”

Lovely cottage and great location.

- Marian, July 2023
Carolyn July 2023

“On the whole we had a lovely stay at the cottage and the positives certainly outweighed the negatives.”

On the positive side the cottage was plenty big enough and was in a marvelous elevated position with lovely views of the sea and cliffs, the garden was so peaceful to sit out in and we enjoyed many hours in the late afternoon in particular in the garden. Both our dogs enjoyed the garden as well, it was so nice that on one of the days we decided to relax at the cottage for most of the day. The shower was powerful and it was very nice to use and very refreshing. Negatives were more annoying than deal breakers but some could be addressed I think. One difficult one though would be the entrance from the very narrow lane into the property, we decided to bring our Astra rather than our Electric SUV as we didn't want the hassle of charging, and am so pleased we did as I think getting a car larger than an Astra/Focus into the property would be very difficult. Getting out at the bottom of the lane was also quite difficult at times as there are cars parked on the main road at the bottom both left and right and this made for a pretty hairy exit on occasions. There were 2 sections to the garden, one section was very overgrown and it was difficult to see how secure it was for the dogs, it would be really helpful if this area was gated off. One other point on the garden, one of the garden chairs collapsed as the bolts had come undone, this could have been dangerous for an older person, I did leave a note as I couldn't find any tools to repair it other than finger tight, I think the garden furniture could really do with replacing if I'm I honest. Whilst the view from the lounge was lovely and to sit and be able to see the sea was very nice, we come from Leicester so it was a treat for us, however the furniture in lounge really wasn't comfortable and this I think would put you off spending too much time there as it wasn't relaxing. I would say the bedroom was small and the 2 single beds narrow and its a shame the room doesn't take a double bed but I guess its clear when booking its single beds but again not the most relaxing sleep. We had a lovely stay at the cottage overall and whilst we wouldn't go back to Lyme Regis or the cottage we had a nice holiday.

- Carolyn, July 2023
Nigel June 2023

“We have been to Penny Plot several times.”

We appreciate its simple layout and peaceful ambience. We know that the owner wants to have the big area wildlife friendly but we actually appreciated it when it was more of a grazed field than a wild meadow. There were a couple of odd things, though. Firstly, the TV has a very restricted channel range. There doesn't seem to be any FREEVIEW channels, just the terrestrial channels and their offshoots. Also the WIFI service claims that the server cannot be connected when you try to access most websites. Both of these things look like deliberate settings controls. If the owner wants to restrict access to some TV channels and websites then that's their choice but if that is the case then I think it would be fair to mention that in the catalogue listing and if not then maybe it could be put right?

- Nigel, June 2023

Thank you for your feedback. We are not aware that the tv channels or internet has any restrictions to it and will look into this. The Lyme Bay Team Property Owner
Paul June 2023

“A lovely quite location.”

The house is really quirky and fun. Perfect for our two little dogs with lots of space to run around safely. The house needed a little updating, but if you have dogs then it’s perfect. It’s only 0.7 miles from the town and is an easy walk down to it, but a really hard climb coming back! You do need to be fit if your walking it! We would definitely recommend the house. Fossil hunting around Lyme Regis was great fun. The drains often smelt, but we eventually found out that if you leave the bath and sink plugs in then the smell went away!

- Paul, June 2023
Andreas May 2023

“Lovely cottage, but cottage and property would deserve more regular maintenance.”

- Andreas, May 2023
Wendy May 2023

“We loved this cottage it was private and lovely to sit out a bit of a hill walk to the town .”

The beds were comfortable but the furniture was very uncomfortable or I would of given 5 stars would stay there again as we loved it .

- Wendy, May 2023

Thank you for your comments regarding the lounge furniture. The owner is aware and is arranging to replace it shortly. The Lyme Bay Team Property Owner
Caroline December 2022

“Penny Plot Cottage is in a lovely position but is let down by comfort and maintenance.”

Specifically, the living room seating is uncomfortable, the heating was barely able to maintain a comfortable living temperature as the cottage insulation is not up to standard; there are also issues with aging kitchen appliances and needless issues like mouldy bathroom curtains. It was appalling that Lyme Bay Holidays think it’s acceptable to not heat the cottage prior to arrival when the outside temp was -5 degs - it took over a day to get warmth into the property. In general, Lyme Bay Holidays bombard with unwanted emails of rules and regulations, yet fail to deliver a service that warrants positive comment. We have stayed at Penny Plot a number of times as it is convenient to visit an aging Mother living in Lyme; the cumulative experience of these visits means we are unlikely to book again.

- Caroline, December 2022
Ian November 2022

“Very comfortable and well maintained.”

- Ian, November 2022
John September 2022

“We read the previous comments and whilst we acknowledge that the property was a little dated, we found it absolutely perfect for us, the only drawback was the lane leading to the property, too many potholes!”

the entrance was a bit narrow but we sorted it by the 5th day. The privacy and out look was superb. Our dog loved it! We would definitely come again.

- John, September 2022
Patricia Anne September 2022

“Beautifully situated cottage.”

Quiet and secluded with even a view of the bay. The house keeping team were fantastic as the property was spotless. We only just managed to get the car (a Ford Focus) through the gates so anyone with a larger car wouldn’t manage it. Also some of the pot holes in the Lane need to be addressed

- Patricia Anne, September 2022
Suzanne September 2022

“Needs some tlc.”

Curtains especially, kitchen ones do not fit and living room ones need re-hanging. Beds really clean and comfortable, but bathroom clean but tatty. Living room furniture also tatty and not very comfortable. On the plus side plenty of books to choose from, a good information folder and a very nice goody bag. Overall okay but nothing special.

- Suzanne, September 2022
Bernadette August 2022

“Hi thank you for the opportunity to give feedback.”

We did report a smell which appeared to be coming from under the sink in the bathroom, it did go away but was very unpleasant for a few hours. It’s a lovey cottage but could do with a little updating, and TLC to the doors and windows. Nothing come in our way of a lovely week in Lyme Regis .

- Bernadette, August 2022
Mark August 2022

“Very clean, oldy worldy which we like but may not be to other peoples liking.”

A lovely place, our dog was brilliant settling in and so say both of us - Mark and Sandi x We felt very safe and secure at the location - the homeowners we met were very friendly and it is clearly very dog orientated. IDEAL FOR US :)

- Mark, August 2022
Nigel August 2022

“The washing up liquid bottle was empty but we brought some ourselves, luckily!”

Also, on our first visit, about 4 years ago, the big lawn (south east) was neatly cut and was really enjoyable to sit and walk in. I know that it's a good thing to have wild areas and we have one at home ourselves, but we enjoyed the property more when this was a big lawn rather than a wild meadow.

- Nigel, August 2022
Sally July 2022

“We feel the property could definitely do with some updating.”

The seats in the lounge are not very comfortable. Also the bins for the refuse could be marked more clearly. Seats for the garden would be an asset. The position is excellent allbeit a testing walk from Lyme uphill. The friendly seagull tapping on.the window did make us smile.

- Sally, July 2022
Jane July 2022

“The sofas etc weren’t very comfortable Everything else was lovely And in ...”

The sofas etc weren’t very comfortable Everything else was lovely And in hot weather very cool and comfortable Setting is wonderful and garden wildlife oasis Even had Roe deer peak in at us

- Jane, July 2022
Michael July 2022

“Penny plot is a lovely little,hideaway,very private.”

Quite a steep walk out of Lyme Regis but can be done .could do with some outside seating and a table to enjoy any good weather we may have

- Michael, July 2022
Jean June 2022

“We enjoyed our holiday at Penny Plot Cottage which is situated in a lovely, secluded position with views across to the Golden Cap.”

We felt that overall the cottage could do with a little TLC and updating.

- Jean, June 2022

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Summary

A 2 tick property
Single-storey
One twin bedroom
Bathroom with bath with shower over, basin and WC
Kitchen
Dining room
Sitting room
Gas central heating
Electric oven and grill, gas hob, microwave, fridge with ice box
TV, Blu-Ray/DVD player, Bluetooth/CD player, WiFi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Parking for 2 cars
Large gardens, lawns garden furniture
Two well-behaved dogs welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop 0.6 miles, pub 0.4 miles
Note: Apologies but no children are allowed at the property

The property

Penny Plot Cottage is a unique, detached cottage situated in a large private garden enjoying fantastic elevated views from Lyme Bay to Golden Cap. Its idyllic quiet spot, at the top of a private road, ensures a tranquil location which is a haven for local wildlife and ideal for couples looking to get away and enjoy a quiet, peaceful holiday, yet a 10 to 15 minute walk downhill brings you to the local shops, beach and restaurants that Lyme Regis offers. The kitchen, bedroom and bathroom, although compact, are well equipped. A welcome pack for your arrival ensures a great start to your holiday and will include milk, tea and a selection of locally sourced produce and treats. An ideal cottage for couples looking for a peaceful retreat or simply to get away from everyday life in such a tranquil location. Please note: A maximum of two dogs are accepted. No children. GROUND FLOOR (external step for access) Dining Room with sea and coastal views Bed 1: Twin beds Bathroom: Bath, shower over bath, w.c and basin Small hall leading to - Large lounge with elevated views across to the coastline and sea OUTSIDE A large private garden, mainly lawn GENERAL INFORMATION Parking for 2 cars Linen and towels included - beds made up Not supplied, please bring: hairdryer FACILITIES TV/Blu-Ray DVD/Bluetooth & CD player WiFi Electric oven/gas hob Fridge with icebox Microwave Gas central heating

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Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £100.

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About the location

LYME REGIS

Charmouth 3 miles; Axminster 6 miles; Bridport 10 miles; Sidmouth 16 miles.

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!

Note: Apologies but no children are allowed at the property

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