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3 Grange Villas

(Ref. 1163628)

Charmouth, Dorset Show on map

3.0

Sykes rating

  • 8 Guests

  • 4 Bedrooms

  • 2 Bathrooms

  • Pets: No

Features

  • Off road parking
  • Garden / Patio
  • Cot available
  • Highchair available
  • Pub/shop < 1 mile
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Seaside
  • Broadband / WiFi

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  • garden (4)
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5 Customer Reviews

  • Verified booking

    "Open plan downstairs works well and is comfortable."

    Kitchen well equipped though a folder of information would have been helpful. Found appliance info on third day! No info about recycling rules in that area. We had boiler problem on fifth day, no hot water, which was rectified by their maintenance man on same day and it worked fine for rest of holiday. Beds comfy, I know it’s used by lots of families but woodwork everywhere had lots of scuffs and scratches. Maybe it’s repainted at end of each summer season. Bathrooms and toilets were basically clean but could do with a deep clean in nooks and crannies. We didn’t mind too much but if this sort of thing bothers you then you may want to look elsewhere. Good secure garden for children to play. Bushes are growing through the washing line whirligig so can’t hang much washing out, it’s a quick maintenance job to cut them back and should have been done. I’d have done it myself if I’d had a pair of pruners. Plenty of parking. House tucked away in quiet corner in centre of Charmouth withfood store and two pubs within few minutes walk. I’m being picky here for benefit of those seeking an holiday property. and comparing to the Sykes cottage we stayed in last year which was immaculate and attention to detail was perfect.

    Reviewed by Les3.4Jul 2025

  • Verified booking

    "The cottage, which is spacious, is well-sited for easy access to the local shops and the beach."

    However, there are numerous general maintenance issues which require attention and which, because of their multitude, tended to spoil our holiday. I would endorse all of the earlier criticisms made by previous occupants. The garden is in dire need of proper attention, both in terms of the wobbly steps, the broken garden furniture and the brambles. There were brown leaves all over the lawn and trampoline. When the gardener arrived on the final day with a leaf blower I was pleased that they would finally be tidied up but her proceeded to just blow the leaves on the lawn into the corner of the garden without removing any! The house, which can only be described as “neglected”, is in need of a thorough deep-clean and redecoration throughout. There were numerous cobwebs all around the interior of the house, dirty placemats, dusty plates, tissues and other debris down the back of the bath, dirty windows, dusty towel rails, the list goes on. The ability to clean the extensive kitchen surfaces and any dishes not suitable for the dishwasher, when one is not provided with any form of dishcloth or all-purpose cloth, together with the weak/watered-down (?) washing-up liquid defeated me. I purchased “proper” washing-up liquid and a dishcloth! The small sponge provided was no better than useless. Whilst we were provided with two tea towels, no hand towel was provided in the kitchen. Basic hygiene surely dictates there should be such provision. The table cutlery was more akin to that which one would provide for children. The spacious freezer was functioning at -24 Centigrade. Any effort to reduce the temperature failed miserably. My partner and I occupied the top bedroom. I did not consider the water pressure to be poor on the third floor. It is the shower head which requires cleaning and decalcifying. The toilet seats continue to not fit the toilets. We had several head-banging sessions, when using the toilet, flushing the toilet and getting into bed. Coming to terms with the sloping walls was not easy! Fortunately, neither of us can be described as “tall”. The bed, whilst not uncomfortable, was very low, obviously because had it been a “normal” height, one would have experienced even more head-banging! Sleeping effectively on the floor made rising in the morning difficult, when one is of advancing years. All the beds had polyester bed linen and cheap duvets which we found uncomfortable and we were extremely aware of the poor quality waterproof mattress protectors as it felt like we were sleeping on plastic sheets. Most of the pillows were as flat as a pancake and in desperate need of replacement. My adult daughter struggled to get to sleep all week as she felt so uncomfortable. The doorbell was inoperative and the provision of just one front-door key was inadequate. The dimmer light switches throughout the house did not appear to be operative. The general purpose dustbin was full on our arrival, which meant we had no means of placing our full kitchen bin-liner in the dustbin until after the dustbin men had emptied the bin on Wednesday. We declined to strip the beds prior to departure. When one considers the rental we paid for the week together with the poor general standard of the cottage, I considered such a request was almost an insult.

    Reviewed by Holly1.9Jul 2025

  • Verified booking

    "The property is in an excellent, peaceful location close to village shops/pub and an easy walk to the beach, and its spacious, comfortably furnished & well-equipped accommodation gives it potential to be a superb holiday home, however it has not been well-cared for and requires a very deep clean plus a complete redecoration inside and out."

    There are multiple maintenance issues some of which marred our holiday enjoyment and the unkempt garden with brambles, wobbly steps & broken garden furniture were hazardous for children. The welcome pack was delightfully stuffed with goodies, but it would have been more welcoming if - the phone number given regarding arrival was actually answered: the requested highchair had been supplied: the hot water boiler had been turned on: and information had been supplied about waste/recycling (plus other local tourist info). Our holiday got off to a bad start due to Lyme Bay Holidays poor management services. We also thought it was completely inappropriate to have new bed linen/towels delivered to the house for the next guests the day before our departure!

    Thank you for providing such detailed feedback. We’re pleased to hear you enjoyed the location and the welcome pack, but we’re very sorry that other aspects of your stay fell short of your expectations. We will carefully investigate the concerns you raised about the property’s upkeep. As for the delivery of linen and towels for the next guests, this is not our usual practice, and we sincerely apologise for any disturbance this caused during your stay. THE LYME BAY TEAM Property Owner

    Reviewed by Gillian3.1Jun 2025

  • Verified booking

    "Excellent location, spacious and well equipped."

    Desperately needs decorating inside and out Garden furniture unusable as covered in bird mess and one bench broken and garden needed tidying. Cleaning standard could be better, dirty tissue down side of bath and cobwebs and dust in many areas.

    Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re pleased to hear you enjoyed the location and found the space spacious and well-equipped. We apologise for the cleanliness issues you encountered and are addressing them with our housekeeping team. Additionally, we’ve arranged for the gardener to attend and will be replacing the garden furniture. We appreciate your comments and are committed to making improvements. THE LYME BAY TEAM Property Owner

    Reviewed by Neil3.1May 2025

  • Verified booking

    "The property was welcoming with a nice welcome pack of local goodies."

    It is situated in a very convenient location for access to the shops and flat walk to the beach. However the whole place needs a good spruce up eg paintwork in general. Water pressure on the top floor was poor and the basin in the 1st floor bathroom did not drain properly. Toilet seats were too small for the toilets. Unfortunately having arrived after office hours, we found that there had been a serious problem with the incoming water main in the area. All of the cold water supply was black and full of grit and sand and took us over an hour to flush through. It was completely undrinkable. Lyme Bay holiday, which appear to be maintaining the property on behalf of Sykes, called round the next morning with 2 bottles of water. The water company website confirmed the problem, as did a neighbour I spoke to, but no one had come to make sure that the property was fit to use for our arrival and that the problem had been resolved. Hence the poor score for the “facilities and maintence” category.

    Thank you for taking the time to share your detailed feedback. We're really pleased you found the property welcoming and appreciated the local welcome pack, as well as the convenient location close to shops and the beach. We’re very sorry to hear about the issues you experienced, particularly with the water supply on arrival. The disruption to the incoming water main was unfortunately outside of our control, but we understand how frustrating and inconvenient this must have been. We also appreciate your comments regarding the general upkeep of the property. We’re currently assessing areas such as paintwork, water pressure, and fittings like toilet seats and bathroom drainage, with a view to making improvements where needed. Your feedback is invaluable in helping us raise standards, and we thank you again for bringing these matters to our attention. THE LYME BAY TEAM Property Owner

    Reviewed by Richard3.4Feb 2025

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This property is part of the Lyme Bay Holidays collection.
Lyme Bay Holidays are a large, friendly, local agency established for over 40 years. Specialising in the area surrounding Lyme Regis on the Dorset and Devon border, they cover much of the World Heritage Coast as well as some stunning countryside and attractive market towns and villages.

Summary

  • Four bedrooms: 1 x second-floor king-size with en-suite with walk-in shower, basin, WC, 1 x king-size, 1 x twin, 1 x child's bunk
  • Bathroom with freestanding bath, walk-in shower, basin and WC
  • Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area
  • Utility with basin and WC
  • Snug with Smart TV
  • Gas central heating
  • Electric oven, induction hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, Nescafe Dolce Gusto coffee maker (pods not supplied)
  • 2 x Smart TV, DVD player, selection of books and games, WiFi
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Highchair and travel cot available on request
  • Off-road parking for 3 cars
  • Enclosed rear garden with lawn, patio, trampoline and furniture
  • Sorry, no pets and no smoking
  • Shop 0.1 miles, pub 0.1 miles, beach 0.3 miles
  • Note: Check-in from 4pm, check-out by 10am
  • Note: please be careful on the steps leading down into the garden

The property

3 Grange Villas is a delightfully spacious and welcoming four-bedroom detached house, situated in the heart of the popular UNESCO Jurassic Coast in the coastal village of Charmouth, Dorset.

Close to popular beaches and village amenities, this abode is a great choice for families or friends looking to enjoy a seaside break at any time of the year.

Modern and stylishly presented throughout, the open-plan living area is a wonderfully sociable space ideal for family gatherings or special occasions with friends.

The kitchen is equipped perfectly for creating meals whether it’s a breakfast to set everyone up for the day ahead or bringing the group together for an evening meal savoured around the dining table.

When it comes to relaxing, the sitting area offers sumptuous seating with a Smart TV, creating the ideal spot to catch up on a movie together.

The separate snug provides a great alternative for the children to play or when you want to sit quietly with a book. Step out of the large patio doors at the rear of the house to the enclosed garden with lawn and sunken trampoline.

With patio seating areas and furniture, you can sit and enjoy your morning coffee while the children play nearby.

When it’s time for bed, head upstairs where you will find four tastefully-presented bedrooms.

Arranged over three floors, the spacious king-size bedroom is located on the second floor with an en-suite shower room and views over Charmouth towards the cliffs.

The three further bedrooms, a king-size bedroom, a twin bedroom and a children’s bunk bedroom, are on the first floor together with the stylish family bathroom with a freestanding bath and separate walk-in shower.

The village of Charmouth has lots to offer visitors with the beaches popular with beachgoers and for water sports such as paddleboarding and kayaking.

The beaches along this coastline are renowned for their abundance of fossils.

The Heritage Coast Centre, located on the seafront, is an excellent spot to dive into the area’s rich geological history.

Here, you can marvel at Attenborough’s Sea Dragon, join guided fossil walks, and try your luck at discovering your own ammonites along the shore.

The nearby cliff top paths and South West Coastal footpath provide great walking for those wishing to explore the stunning Dorset coast on foot and take in Golden Cap, the highest point on the South Coast, and views towards Portland on a clear day.

The local shops and eateries are within easy walking distance and include a convenience store for your everyday essentials and Charmouth Bakery renowned locally for its fresh bread and pastries.

For times when you chose not to cook, the two popular pubs serve local food and beverages, and the fish bar and pizzeria are all great options in the village.

When it comes to days out, you will be spoilt for choice with Lyme Regis and its iconic Cobb harbour, family-friendly beach and attractions such as the aquarium, only a short journey away.

The Donkey Sanctuary at Sidmouth is home to hundreds of donkeys and is open throughout the year, perfect for animal enthusiasts or a day out with the little ones.

3 Grange Villas promises to be a wonderful retreat for a memorable seaside break the whole family will love.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £450.

Where you’ll be staying

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CHARMOUTH

Lyme Regis 2.5 miles; Axminster 5.5 miles; Bridport 6.5 miles.

Charmouth is an unspoilt seaside village, set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with a fantastic beach, world renowned for its fossils on the famous Jurassic Coast. Explore the South West Coastal path with beautiful countryside and coastal views. Lots of great walks around Golden Cap, Langdon Hill and Stonebarrow Hill. Lyme Regis has breath taking scenery, beautiful gardens and cobb wall around the harbour. Plenty to do and see with the beach, fishing, sailing, shops, restaurants, pubs, tearooms, museums, theatre and a fossil hunter's paradise.

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This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas