「Plus sides: next to the Donkey Sanctuary and the ability to cook for yourself.
Now for the downsides. Where to begin?
*Couldn't get into contact with the owner for check-in, arrival times, code to the key box or anything. Only after contacting Travelnest (the third company in charge of advertising the property) by phone on the day of check-in, I got a very short email from the owner about the check-in time (an hour later than advertised) and code for the key box. No apologies, not even his/her...
「This charming traditional hotel was clean, comfortable and in an excellent location, only 3 mins walk to the seafront.
Our room was spacious and the hotel staff were friendly and helpful.
Sidmouth itself is a delightful English seaside town with plenty to see and do, eg walking options a plenty, repertory theatre, open air concerts in the seafront gardens and a variety of exhibitions. 」
「Beautiful hotel and spa. Very friendly staff and management. Not the cheapest of places, But you get what you pay for here. Recommended and will visit again in the future.」
「Booked this hotel as an overnight stop for its convenient location. However, it exceeded all our expectations Clean and quiet, helpful staff and the room was spacious and calm. Great night's rest in a comfortable bed with good pillows. Breakfast, in the morning was good quality and locally sourced. Quality balanced with ecology due to its carbon neutral operation. I will definitely be returning soon」
「Fabulous house bang in the middle of Axminster.
Lived in Axminster for 6 years and knew where this was but not realised the size of the house.
Back for the weekend to see friends, etc.
This is an exquisite properly. Amazing room and cosy guest lounge so you don’t have to sit on the bed in the room.
Great breakfast. Will definitely return 」
「The hotel had a grand and atmospheric dining room, and the staff, both at breakfast and checking in/out were most welcoming and friendly. A very good breakfast too. 」
「Stunning location. Very clean and tidy. Large room. Great bathroom with lovely shower. Unbelievably close to airport. A real find.
Lots of tea and coffee! Thank you. 」
「We had stayed here before and were disappointed earlier this year, when we were informed that the hotel was permanently closed. We were therefore delighted when we received an email from Richardson Hotels, offering accommodation there again.
We booked a week in early July and weren't disappointed. Yes, the fabric of the hotel needs some attention but our room was clean and comfortable and benefitted from a bay window with a sea view.
The staff were friendly, accommodating and very hard-working...
「Great Hotel in superb location right in the middle of Lyme Regis.
We were initially worried about parking, but on the day that we stayed there were plenty of places to park at the hotel and the car booking in system straightforward.
We ate an evening meal in the hotel restaurant - typical pub fare but a few things were unavailable. Staff levels slightly low.
Breakfast was really good, the staff very attentive and managed to customise my breakfast exactly as I wanted.
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「Fantastic stay. We have booked to go back later in the year. Staff very friendly and the breakfast exceptiinally good. The rooms are comfortable, but the whole place needs a bit of a refurb. 」