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Wagtail is a delightful cedar wood chalet situated on the south facing beach with uninterrupted sea views across Lyme Bay. The location is often described by visitors to this area as "idyllic". The outstanding beauty, on one of the most stunningly beautiful parts of rural Devon on the Jurassic Coast, is now recognised internationally as a World Heritage Site. Branscombe beach is dog friendly year round, so a perfect spot to holiday with your four legged friend!
Kitchen/diner: The kitchen/diner is equipped with full size gas cooker with hob, fridge, microwave, sink, plenty of storage space and all cooking utensils and crockery.
Bathroom: The bathroom has a shower in the bath, basin and WC.
Lounge: Living area with L-shaped seating and TV, with views over the terrace and out to sea.
Bedroom One: Double bed with hanging and shelf storage
Bedroom Two: Twin beds and storage - all with a beautiful sea view!
Terrace: French windows lead to the beautiful outside area with deck chairs overlooking the beach and sea.
A permit is provided for 1 car in the main car park. Please note: there is a 2.2 metre height restriction for the car park.
Access: Wagtail is the first chalet along the track, around 200meters from the car park. We suggest packing lightly with rucksacks or a beach trolly to transfer your luggage accross to Wagtail from the car park. The Sea Shanty are able to offer a luggage buggy service for £25 which is available any day before 4pm (more details provided in arrival instructions).
Guests can explore the Jurassic Coast whilst enjoying stunning walks in Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty and The South West Coast Path. The Donkey Sanctuary, Crealy and Pecorama are all nearby for fun filled days with the kids. There are a wide range of activities nearby, from Paddleboarding and water skiing to Golf at Sidmouth Golf Club. Sidmouth and the nearby local towns have a wealth of independent boutique shops, cafes and restaurants, including Otterton Mill and Lympstone Manor. There are two pubs within walking distance, The Fountain Head and The Masons Arms, along with the Sea Shanty shop and cafe on Branscombe Beach.
**Please note** There is no longer vehicular access on the lane in front of the chalets. Luggage must be carried from the car park. There are also intermittent ongoing repairs to the middle and end section of the lane including some of the closed chalets. Please note that Sweetcombe Cottage Holidays have no control over these maintenance repairs.**
By car: From the A3052 Exeter to Lyme Regis road take the right hand turning to Branscombe. For Beer carry on and take the next right hand turning.
By bus: From Exeter is takes approximately 1 hour by bus
By train: The closest train station is Honiton. Approximately 15 minutes
By plane: The closest airport is Exeter International. Approximately 30 minutes.
Local taxi company: Peak Taxis
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