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The Well House

lyme regis, dorset
  • 6 guests
  • 3 beds
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Pet Friendly

Description

The Well House is a beautifully restored holiday cottage brimming with character and history, set in the heart of Lyme Regis, Dorset. Dating back to the early eighteenth century, this former farmhouse and milking parlour has been thoughtfully extended to blend timeless charm with contemporary comfort.

Step inside to discover a welcoming entrance hall leading to a cosy ground floor snug, complete with a wood burning stove, perfect for relaxing after a day exploring the Jurassic Coast. Just two steps up, the heart of the home unfolds into a stunning open plan kitchen, dining and living area. Bathed in natural light from a skylight window and bifold doors, this sociable space opens directly onto the garden, making it ideal for entertaining or unwinding with family and friends. The cottage is cleverly arranged across various levels, adding to its unique character. A few steps down, you will find a charming ground floor twin bedroom featuring a single bed and a small single with a pull out truckle, making this a delightful space for children. Adjacent is a stylish ground floor bathroom with a bath, separate shower, wash basin and WC, along with a utility room equipped with a washing machine and tumble dryer. Upstairs, the landing showcases original stone walls and exposed beams, leading to a first floor lounge with captivating sea views. The master bedroom offers a king size bed, while the third bedroom provides twin beds, all beautifully presented for restful nights. A second bathroom with a walk in shower, wash basin and WC completes the accommodation.

Outside, The Well House boasts an enclosed garden with multiple seating areas including a patio with glass balustrade and coastal style planting that complements the sea views. Off road parking for one car is available, with additional on street parking nearby. The property is also pet friendly, so your four legged companions are welcome to join you on your coastal getaway.

Enjoy a scenic walk into the town centre via the Roman Road and Riverside Walk, passing the historic Town Mill and microbrewery. Lyme Regis offers a fantastic selection of independent shops, galleries and eateries, all set against the backdrop of its iconic Cobb harbour and breathtaking coastal scenery. The family friendly beaches are popular with bathers and water sports enthusiasts alike. The calm waters are ideal for swimming and stand up paddleboarding, with equipment hire and lessons available locally. For those seeking adventure, boat trips depart daily from the Cobb, offering everything from mackerel fishing to high speed RIB rides and scenic coastal cruises. For dining out, Rockfish is a standout choice. Located on Cobb Road with stunning views over Lyme Bay, it serves fresh local seafood. Other local favourites include SWIM, located right on Marine Parade. This vibrant seaside café and bar offers panoramic views of the Jurassic Coast and a relaxed atmosphere perfect for brunch, lunch or sunset cocktails. Popular nearby attractions include the Donkey Sanctuary in Sidmouth, a much loved destination for families and animal lovers. The sanctuary is home to hundreds of rescued donkeys and offers free entry, scenic walking trails, a visitor centre and a café with views over the paddocks. Just a short drive away is Charmouth’s Heritage Coast Centre, located on one of the most famous fossil beaches in the world. The centre provides fascinating insights into the geology and paleontology of the Jurassic Coast, with interactive exhibits and guided fossil hunting walks along the shoreline. It is a brilliant day out for curious minds of all ages, offering the chance to discover ammonites, belemnites and even dinosaur remains embedded in the cliffs and rocks.

Whether you are seeking a peaceful coastal escape or a base for adventure, The Well House promises a memorable stay in one of Dorset’s most beloved seaside towns.

GROUND FLOOR Entrance hall Snug with seating and wood burning stove, two steps lead up to Open plan living area with kitchen, seating and dining area. Bii-fold doors leading to garden Stairs lead down to Bedroom 1: single bed and small single bed with pull out truckle bed (suitable for children) Bathroom: bath, walk in shower, wash basin and WC Utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer.

FIRST FLOOR Lounge with sloping ceilings and beams, sea views, sofsa and Smart TV Bedroom 2: kingsize bedroom with exposed ceiling beams and sea views Bedroom 3: twin room note restricted ceiling height in this room) Shower room: with shower, wash basin, towel rail and WC

OUTSIDE Large spacious sun terrace with glass balustrading and outdoor table and chairs Steps down leading to gravelled garden with coastal planting and further patio seating Driveway with parking for one car

FACILITIES TVs x 3 WiFi Electric oven Gas hob Fridge freezer Microwave Dishwasher Washing machine Tumble dryer Gas central heating


Your dates


Everything you'll need

  • Wifi
  • Baby Friendly
  • Dishwasher
  • Garden / Patio
  • Ground Floor Bedroom

What guests are saying

4.6
Based on 11 reviews
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We loved our stay at The Well House, we loved the layout, sense of space and the views.

A great location for walks into Lyme, to the Cobb or clifftop walks.

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ChristopherOct 2026

We loved this house, had a lovely stay here.

The location was perfect just a short walk down to the centre, a short drive to lots of other lovely places we choose to visit. Great sea view from the bedroom and plenty of space for 4 adults and 2 children. The house was clean and tidy, we found the beds super comfy. We would absolutely stay here again and recommend.

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LauraOct 2026

A really unique property with a lovely garden.

The house was beautiful and would recommend. We had a negative start as on arrival a gardener was there which we appreciate needed doing. However we arrived at the already late 4pm book in and the gardener was there till after 5 which made relaxing and settling in awkward. Cleaning just needs more attention to detail, as there was dog hair all over the sofa cushions and floor.

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MarkAug 2026

Good to know

House Rules

  • Good housekeeping bond

    This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £350

  • Smoking

    Not permitted

Stay Information

  • Check-in / Check-out

    16:00 / 10:00

  • Property ref

    1173731

  • Parking

    Off Road Parking, Private Driveway

Guest & Pet Policy

  • Pets

    Allowed

  • Children

    Children and infants welcome

  • Accessibility

    Ground floor

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