Guests say
Gill Cottage in Branscombe is highly praised for its cleanliness, well-maintained garden, and proximity to a traditional pub. Guests appreciate the cottage's charm, ample parking, and the thoughtful touch of scones and jam on arrival. Its location is ideal for walks and accessing local attractions, though some mention low ceilings and the need for better garden furniture.
Guests consistently note the cottage's exceptional cleanliness, describing it as 'extremely clean' and 'spotlessly clean', indicating a high standard of hygiene and maintenance.
The cottage's location is frequently commended for its proximity to a pub, scenic walks, and local attractions. The village and beach are described as perfect, contributing to a high location score.
Comfort is well-regarded with mentions of 'very comfortable beds' and a 'lovely friendly feel'. However, some guests noted low ceilings and issues with hot water, slightly lowering the score.
Facilities are generally praised, including the well-equipped kitchen and good parking. However, comments about uncomfortable garden furniture and limited seating for dining suggest room for improvement.
The provision of scones, jam, and clotted cream is mentioned as a welcoming gesture, reflecting thoughtfulness. However, as gifts are not guaranteed, guests should consider this a delightful bonus rather than an expectation.
About this property
Recently refurbished four bedroom property situated in the lovely village of Branscombe. This property offers parking for three cars.
This beautiful period thatched cottage is perfect - with exposed stone walls, inglenook fireplace and deep window seats it’s packed with character. Situated in the heart of Branscombe, Gill Cottage is close to the beach, village store and pubs.
Gill Cottage has four comfortable bedrooms sleeping eight guests. A cosy sitting room and a dining room, both with stoves to keep you warm whatever the weather. The shaker style kitchen is very well equipped with everything you’ll need and if you don’t fancy cooking, just pop into one of the local pubs for dinner. Outside Gill Cottage has a lovely lawned garden, perfect for children and the dog to play in while you relax with a coffee and put your feet up.
Branscombe is in a sheltered bay on the beautiful World Heritage Jurassic Coast. The village has a couple of good pubs and a dog-friendly beach with a great cafe serving fresh seafood. Take a walk along the dramatic cliff hugging coastal path to Beer beach and stroll around the village. Take a fishing trip or delve into Beer Quarry Caves, just a short drive away. Beer 2 miles, Sidmouth 3 miles.
Size: sleeps 8 in 4 bedroomsBeds: 2 x double beds, 2 x single beds, bunk beds
AccommodationGround floorKitchen/dining room: Shaker style, electric oven, halogen hob and extractor. Integral dishwasher, washing machine, fridge, microwave and freezer, dining table and chairs, original inglenook fireplace with electric log burner stove. Sitting room: inglenook fireplace with "electric" wood burning stove. Flat screen LCD TV with Freeview and DVD. IPOD docking station.Bedroom 4: bunk beds.Shower room: double shower cubicle, WC, wash hand basin.
First floorMaster bedroom: double bed, canopied ceiling and built in wardrobe.Bathroom: bath, WC, wash hand basin.Bedroom 2: double bed, canopied ceiling and built in wardrobe.Bedroom 3: twin beds, high canopied ceiling.
Entertainment: flat screen LCD TV with Freeview and DVD. IPOD docking station. DAB radio.For families: family friendlyOutside: mature private lawned garden with picnic table.Parking: gated gravel driveway with parking for 3 cars.General: WiFi. Bedlinen and towels included. Electricity included in rental. Night storage heating in reception rooms and thermostatically controlled electric heaters in bedrooms. Pets: one well behaved dog welcome. Note - you will need to pay an additional pet fee and you must not leave dogs unattended in the property.Accidental Damage Deposit: you may need to pay an Accidental Damage Deposit or Accidental Damage Deposit Waiver for this property. Where applicable we will contact you in good time before your holiday with further details and to take payment.Notes: no smoking. Please be aware that the ceilings are very low in this property.
Nearby points of interest
- Beer Beach
- Powderham Castle
Reviews (25)
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Mrs Kingman
Pretty cottage set in one end of the village. Handily placed next door to a pub which served plain but well cooked food. Very low ceilings in places and stairs to toilet in night steep. appreciated the night light/torches supplied. within walking distance of beach and lovely walks.
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Dr Job
A charming cottage in an excellent location, ideal for dog walking, going to Branscombe beach and the Sea Shanty tea room or further afield to Sidmouth, Budleigh Salterton and the Donkey Sanctuary.
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Dr Fairley
Super cottage with period features, great location, lovely garden.