Rooks Acre

3.8★

6 Guests
3 Bedrooms
1 Bathroom
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor bedroom
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

9 Customer Review(s)

Alan
June 2024

“This cottage is located on the beautiful & peaceful Rousdon estate, actually in a prime position with sea views despite being mis-located on the Sykes map!”

. The facilities were great (although if you arrive in warm weather remember to turn the thermostat down to prevent heating coming on). The garden is large with enough space for children & dogs to enjoy, has wild flowers and fragrant rose bushes in abundance. The main gate doesn't shut - the only 'open' part of the garden but that wasn't a concern for us. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Rook's Acre and Rousdon again, my only regret is not getting the chance to visit its 'private' beach ...

. The facilities were great (although if you arrive in warm weather remember to turn the thermostat down to prevent heating coming on). The garden is large with enough space for children & dogs to enjoy, has wild flowers and fragrant rose bushes in abundance. The main gate doesn't shut - the only 'open' part of the garden but that wasn't a concern for us. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Rook's Acre and Rousdon again, my only regret is not getting the chance to visit its 'private' beach which is so beautiful.

- Alan, June 2024
Sue September 2023

“This property has become run down the garden was overgrown in places.”

Inside it was musty smelling and the central heating did not seem to work at times.We where very disappointed with this property as it is beautifully located

- Sue, September 2023

Really sorry you were disappointed. We do have a gardener who visits regularily to do the lawns but we intentionally do not cut hedges or overly weed during the summer months to make the environment as nature friendly as we can. The central heating is controlled from the boiler and when guests are not straying is set to twice a day in summer and is then controlled from a thermostat in the hallway. This controls costs and stops energy wastage when the property is empty. When guests are staying the boiler can be switched on from the control box in the boiler cupboard to 24 hours and the heat still controlled from the thermostat. We will put this information into the property manual when we are next at Rooks. Property Owner
Carolyn August 2023

“Absolutely beautiful property in a perfect location, I wanted to stay much longer”

- Carolyn, August 2023

That is really nice of you. We are very happy that you enjoyed Rooks. Property Owner
Anita June 2023

“Rook Ache was a nice place but had a few problems.”

Reading the feedback on the visitor book they don’t seem to be repairing them. We had a electric problem we couldn’t use anything but Skype sorted out for us. Also front door wouldn’t lock from inside and there was a leek under sink, it could be a lovely place but needs sorting and l thought it was quite a lot of money,l use Skype ever year never had a problem before a jasper

- Anita, June 2023

*Owner response. I am sorry you had some issues during your stay at Rooks. The tripping of the consumer unit is a necessary safety mechanism caused by a faulty appliance or an overload of the system and was a one off. All appliances are tested annually. The consumer unit tripping has never been reported in the 20 years that we have owned the property. It is also easy to rectify. The door is a stable (split) door style. The top door is locked and holds the bottom door and this we believe works fine. From the inside it is difficult to bolt the top door to the bottom door however. The front door has been an irritance to a few guests now so we will replace it at the end of the season with a more conventional door. The leaking waste under the sink was unacceptable but hidden and minor. The fix is being arranged by Sykes. *The Lyme Bay Team We were glad that our maintenance team were able to assist you with the electrics tripping. We were not aware of the other issues mentioned and will organise to take a look at these. Property Owner
Lynda June 2023

“Lovely setting and so peaceful, and plenty of room.”

Estate great for dog walks. Bungalow well equipped, but sadly beds for us were not that comfortable, sorry. Did try and get to the private beach but steps down were steep and in our view quite dangerous . If you want to really get away from the hassle and bussle this is the place for you.

- Lynda, June 2023

Thank you for you response. We're glad that you liked Rooks. The beach is a bit of an adventure to get to. It does depend on how the weather has been. Work is done on the track periodically but the nature of the undercliff does mean that the path can be unpredicable. We will be replacing the mattresses at the end of the season. 4/3/2024 Mattresses replaced. Property Owner
Traci December 2022

“Great place, but feel you're missing a great opportunity here.”

Damp in the Living Room and condensation in the Conservatory needs to be addressed, kitchen worktops need to be sealed or replaced and scolding hot tap in the bathroom should be looked at. Would also benefit from a second toilet. Not sure when the last let was but the property smells a little musky.

- Traci, December 2022

Really sorry about your experience. In winter if Rooks hasn't been let the timed heating clearly needs adjusting so that it is on more. When the property is in use there are no issues with damp or mustiness. Property Owner
Hannah September 2022

“Lovely and well-equipped cottage in a beautiful location.”

The cottage was very clean as we had been worried about previous reviews.

- Hannah, September 2022

Thank you for your response. We are really happy that you liked Rook's Acre. Property Owner
Jennifer August 2022

“Stunning location, property was dirty, spiders webs all over the bungalow, had not been vacuumed.”

Old oil smell thoughtout the property. Cutlery and plates were all dusty and dirty after being left in cupboards for a long period of time,worktops very sticky. Couldn't open one patio door to conservatory due to apart of key broken in lock.front door very difficult to open and close. No access to private beach as a coastal path.

- Jennifer, August 2022

Patio doors and windows have been replaced, front door has been fixed and there is a key code available for access to the private beach. Property Owner
William July 2022

“We really enjoyed our stay at Rooks acre however there were a few items lacking in the kitchen.”

Oven Gloves, measuring jug, whisk, mechanical timer and scales. (Digital ones supplied batteries were flat) A lot more cutlery. Some plastic cups and plates for using in the garden and some proper bbq tools including a brush to clean with. Also remove the rusty, split trampoline in the garden before someone hurts themselves. Also, and this is aimed at Lyme Bay Holidays, you are using Covid as a reason for reducing services. Why should we have to strip all the beds and put them into bags in the name of Covid? It’s ridiculous. Also you had left all the dirty linen from the previous tenant piled up in the hall. I did email Mia regarding this but nothing was done about it. One other point, I think not leaving a nice welcome pack like you used to before you became part of Sykes is a mean spirited move.

- William, July 2022

Trampoline has been removed. Property Owner

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Summary

Three bedrooms: 2 x double, 1 x single with pull-out truckle
Bathroom with free-standing bath, walk-in shower, basin
Kitchen
Open-plan living space with dining area and sitting area
Conservatory
Separate WC
Oil central heating with woodburning stove
Electric oven, grill and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher
TV, WiFi
Fuel, power and starter pack of logs for woodburning stove inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Off-road parking for 2 cars
Non-enclosed garden with furniture
Two well-behaved dogs welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop 3.6 miles, pub 3.4 miles
Note: The garden is not enclosed so supervision of dogs and children required at all times
Note: The property is located on a privately managed estate

The property

A detached bungalow which enjoys a private, peaceful setting on the beautiful and historic Rousdon Estate. Situated mid-way between the coastal towns of Lyme Regis and Seaton, the Estate is set on Devon and Dorset's stunning Jurassic coastline, perched above the spectacularly unspoilt natural canopy of the Undercliff. The area is a haven for wildlife and the estate grounds, with 350 acres of pastures and woodlands. Comfortably furnished the property is spacious and has a lovely addition of a conservatory at the rear. The large lawn garden is a particular feature of the cottage, it enjoys a good degree of seclusion with an array of established shrubs and trees. A rural retreat but just 5 minutes by car from Lyme Regis, the property offers an ideal base for those wanting to explore all that the area has to offer. Please note: A maximum of two dogs are accepted. The garden is not enclosed so supervision may be required for dogs and younger children. GROUND FLOOR Lounge and dining area with woodburner Adjoining conservatory with sea views Kitchen Bed 1: Double bed with sea views Bed 2: Double bed Bed 3: Single bed with pull out truckle bed (please specify if truckle bed is required at the time of booking) Bathroom: free standing bath, large shower cubicle and wash basin Separate w.c. OUTSIDE Gravelled drive leading to large garden backing onto open fields and farmland GENERAL INFORMATION Off road parking for 2 cars Utilities included Logs included Linen and Towels included - beds made up FACILITIES TV WiFi Electric cooker & hob Fridge/freezer Dishwasher Microwave Washing machine Oil central heating

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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: The garden is not enclosed so supervision of dogs and children required at all times

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Rousdon, Devon (Ref. 1106627)

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Reviews & Ratings

“This cottage is located on the beautiful & peaceful Rousdon estate, actually in a prime position with sea views despite being mis-located on the Sykes map!”

“This property has become run down the garden was overgrown in places.”

“Absolutely beautiful property in a perfect location, I wanted to stay much longer”

“Rook Ache was a nice place but had a few problems.”

“Lovely setting and so peaceful, and plenty of room.”

“Great place, but feel you're missing a great opportunity here.”

“Lovely and well-equipped cottage in a beautiful location.”