This superb detached property in the coastal village of Branscombe welcomes groups of 8, and at certain times of the year a special price is offered for 4 guests. Dogs are also welcome here.
French doors open onto the patio and the fabulous valley view.
The vaulted sitting-room has a green oak and glass front, giving views of the garden from the comfort of the sofa.
The modern open plan kitchen/diner is great for creating holiday treats to remember; the beam is over 6ft.
There are two living room areas, the snug and the garden room - there is a fabulous two-sided wood burning stove between the two rooms.
The Cottage is in an elevated setting with views down an unspoilt valley
Sit back and relax into your holiday abode!
The snug has toasty under-floor heating, good WiFi signal and a landline for your convenience.
The snug has a great selection of games for all the family.
This kitchen has everything you could need, the cloakroom and the back door are at the far end.
Rustle up a feast in the well-equipped kitchen.
The dining-area of this delightful open plan space. The room to the left has a large fridge/freezer, washing machine and tumble-drier and lots of storage space.
The master bedroom (bedroom 1), with comfy 5ft bed, en suite shower-room and great views over the valley. There is plenty of space for a travel cot.
Bedroom 1 with the en suite shower-room beyond.
The en suite shower-room has a large cubicle and drench head shower.
Bedroom 2 can be made up as a 6ft bed or two 3ft beds. Stylish shutters add to the contemporary decor in this cottage.
The family bathroom has cosy under-floor heating.
A leisurely soak or a refreshing shower, the choice is yours.
The twin room, Bedroom 3, faces south and has lots of light.
Another view of Bedroom 3, the twin room.
Bedroom 4 has a truckle bed, with fully sprung 3ft mattresses, one tucked beneath the other. The room can easily be set up as a twin bedroom if you wish.
The stairs are beautifully restored and quite narrow.
The ground floor cloakroom to your right with useful boot storage by the back door.
Looking back at the cottage, the sitting-room is on the right with the french doors.
The views will captivate no matter the season.
This is the pretty and private setting for the cottage.
The garden faces south west and has great views across Branscombe Vale. Please supervise small children as there is a sunken fence (a ha-ha) at the side of the lawn, just before the hedge.
You have arrived at your holiday destination.
The drive way leading to Barnell Cottage.
Just below Barnell Cottage there is a public tennis court, which is free to use.
A 15 minute walk through National Trust land will take you to Branscombe's shingle beach.
The award-winning Sea Shanty Beach cafe at Branscombe beach serves delicious locally caught seafood.
Jacob's Ladder at nearby Sidmouth.
Nearby Beer is charming and still an active fishing village, the wet fish shop on the beach sells the catch of the day, ideal for the barbecue.
Lyme Regis has some great restaurants, cafes and independent shops as well as a safe, sandy beach with SUP and kayak hire in the summer.
River Cottage HQ is a short drive from Barnell Cottage, if you feel like booking in for a cookery course or a delicious meal.
The award-winning Masons Arms is one of two pubs in the long village of Branscombe.
Branscombe's parish church, Saint Winifred's.
Barnell Cottage
4001Branscombe | Sleeps 8 + cot
7 Nights from £1145
Mr Williams August 2023
Lovely character cottage in beautiful location. perfect for a family break.
Mrs Rhodes July 2023
Position and views from the property were lovely
Mr Slasberg May 2023
The 15 minute walk from the cottage to Branscombe beach and back was a sheer delight and a feature of every day.
. Buckland April 2023
Lovely comfortable cottage ideal for a family get together. Beautiful living room with a wood burner. We had a great time.
Mr Brignell March 2023
The cottage and it's surroundings were a delight. What a relaxing and quiet place to stay. We were able to walk to the eateries enjoy the beach and generally have a great and enjoyable break.
Reply from Classic Cottages
We are so glad that we were able to help you to have such a lovely holiday, how nice that everything you needed was in walking distance. We hope that we can help you find another fabulous stay again in the future. Donna, Customer Support.
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