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The Farmhouse at Higher Westwater

Cottage in Axminster with kitchen and fireplace

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Located in the picturesque Axe Valley, this charming 16th-century thatched cottage offers a serene retreat. Unwind by the woodburner or explore the enclosed garden with garden furniture and BBQ. With three beautifully decorated bedrooms, an underfloor heated ground floor and bathrooms, you'll feel at home.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Farmhouse at Higher Westwater

Cottage in Axminster with kitchen and fireplace
This smoke-free cottage features laundry facilities, a garden and barbecues. The cottage boasts a fireplace and offers free WiFi and a kitchen. Added amenities include a washing machine, 3 bathrooms and a dishwasher.
Guest accommodation at this cottage offers fireplaces. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. This accommodation has kitchens with dishwashers.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
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Rules

The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: This property accepts a maximum of 1 pet(s)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

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3 Bedroom Accommodation in Axminster Private vacation home
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About the area

Located in Axminster, this cottage is in a rural area. Marine Theatre and Lyme Regis Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Lyme Bay Winery and Castlewood Vineyard. Lyme Regis Marine Aquarium and Seaton Tramway are also worth visiting. Visit our Axminster travel guide
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What's nearby

  • Ladram Bay, Devon
    East Devon
    6 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Amazing old church
    Blackdown Hills
    6 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Durdle Door, Wareham, United Kingdom
    Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
    10 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Jurassic Coast
    Dorset and East Devon Coast
    13 min drive - 13.6 km
  • Lyme Bay Winery
    11 min drive - 8.8 km

Getting around

  • Axminster Station
    5 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    36 min drive

Restaurants

  • The George
    4 min drive
  • Starbucks
    8 min drive
  • The Harbour Inn
    12 min drive
  • Talbot Arms
    11 min drive
  • A35 Pit Stop
    6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Farmhouse at Higher Westwater pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Farmhouse at Higher Westwater?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Farmhouse at Higher Westwater?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Farmhouse at Higher Westwater?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Farmhouse at Higher Westwater located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Blackdown Hills and 2.6 mi (4.3 km) from East Devon. Lyme Bay Winery and Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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The Farmhouse at Higher Westwater Reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Andrew Stewart

A very pretty, spacious and comfortable cottage.

A very pretty, spacious and comfortable cottage. Very well equipped and in an idyllic location next to the river and open fields. The owners were very helpful and discreet during our stay.

10/10 Excellent

Sally D.

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Stunning cottage

We had a 4 night stay in this gorgeous property. From the moment we walked through the door we fell in love with the place. It felt very homely, comfortable and beautifully presented. The upstairs was lovely and spacious. An amazing kitchen/dining room with everything we needed and more. We were greeted with an array treats and essentials, which was such a lovely suprise and very well received by all of us. We couldnt have found a better place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa Miles

Wonderful cottage with everything you'd ever need - so well equipped, clean and comfortable.

Wonderful cottage with everything you'd ever need - so well equipped, clean and comfortable. The perfect place for a beautiful stay in the Devon countryside.
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10/10 Excellent

Johanna

We could not have wished for a more beautiful place to stay! This cottage is a real gem and be rest

We could not have wished for a more beautiful place to stay! This cottage is a real gem and be rest assured, you will not be disappointed if you choose to stay here. The location is rural with fantastic dog walks on your doorstep. The cottage itself is stunning, well appointed, and equipped with everything you could need for a break away. We stayed over Xmas and Sue and John had left a lovely welcome package of fresh bread, milk, mince pies, prosecco and even crackers and a festive table cloth. The beds are superbly comfortable and delightful in style. The kitchen is a dream and the lounge has a gorgeous log burner that kept us cosy all week. The cottage only has freeview TV if you’re expecting more (we didn’t mind at all) and the WiFi isn’t great, which was actually a relief in the end! John replenished the log bag as we needed and at a fair cost. Fresh eggs were provided at £1 per dozen as we needed them and for any other shopping needs, Millers Farm Shop is minutes away and highly recommended. Axminster town centre is only a few miles away with a decent size Tesco and other shopping too. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will definitely be returning.. possibly in Summer to take advantage of the fishing! :) Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

Lee

Fantastic property which has been refurbished to a high standard.

Fantastic property which has been refurbished to a high standard. Not far from Axminster but in a very peaceful location, great for country walks. Very spacious and well equipped, the kitchen / diner area and outside space are great. We loved staying here and will be back! Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

perkins

A much needed, very relaxing break in a comfortable warm, spacious, beautiful cottage.

A much needed, very relaxing break in a comfortable warm, spacious, beautiful cottage. Amazining seanery,lovely walks. Suitable for all ages. Easey access to the coast. Excellent parking. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

J

Well equipped cottage, lovely modern bathrooms and well equipped kitchen.

Well equipped cottage, lovely modern bathrooms and well equipped kitchen. Ours was a winter visit so the log burner was a nice cosie option if needed. Hosts Supplied a generous welcome pack including home made cake. Lovely walks in the area. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Wonderful secluded thatched cottage.

Wonderful secluded thatched cottage. Excellent presentation throughout and everything you could possibly need thought of. Bed huge and so comfortable. All rooms very spacious. Generous welcome pack of wine,milk, biscuits, home made scones, jam and cream.Tea and coffee. Idyllic setting with beautiful views. A relaxing and beautifully renovated cottage. Had a wonderful weeks holiday. Five star property Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

Naomi

Wonderful, relaxing country retreat where the owners have thought of everything to make our stay eas

Wonderful, relaxing country retreat where the owners have thought of everything to make our stay easy and comfortable. This is a beautiful old house, sympathetically renovated so you get the best of both worlds. And a touch of luxury with a cook’s kitchen, comfy big beds and sumptuous bathrooms. The TV is smaller and more basic in quality than we’re used to, but that didn’t matter. We enjoyed a glass of rose in the garden looking out on the chickens and countryside beyond. Fantastic night skies for star gazing with our telescope. We even saw Jupiter, Saturn and the Milky Way. Highlights are stunning dog walks by the river and walking to Miller’s farm shop. Fish and Chips at Beer and Eype. A game of ping pong or two; great for our young teenager. Thank you for looking after us and to Molly the Colly for keeping us company. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

Anna

Gorgeous, cosy thatched cottage with beautiful surroundings and plenty of walks right from the doors

Gorgeous, cosy thatched cottage with beautiful surroundings and plenty of walks right from the doorstep. We loved returning here after a day spent exploring. Comfortable, clean and charming. We loved watching the chickens and cows from the garden and had many table tennis games in the cider barn. Lovely homemade goods to welcome us too - wonderful memories made. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

Stayed with friends and our dog at the beginning of November.

Stayed with friends and our dog at the beginning of November. Is a tough cottage to find, and the roads are a bit frightening, but the reward is never to be forgotten ! The cottage has been thoughtfully and beautifully renovated, every detail has been attended to and no expense spared. The kitchen is massive and everything is there, underfloor heating this time of year is frankly genius ! The stairs are steep and I would worry about infirm/young people, but they are only short at least. The bedrooms are big, the en suites excellent and again everything has been thought of, comfortable mattresses and pillows with plenty of wardrobe space too. Lovely comfortable living room with an extremely efficient wood burner, also probably the cleanest ! Outside space in the garden not huge and quite a slope up to the parking area, but nice to have a covered 2 space area in The Cider barn. Surroundings are great, as is the farmshop Millers, only 1 mile away, but I would have gone there everyday as the food quality and wine choice are truly awesome ! A great place to unwind, thank you
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10/10 Excellent

Shirley

An excellent cottage.

An excellent cottage. Have already recommended to friends. Would definitely stay there again. The owners were very helpful and lovely.
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10/10 Excellent

William

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Absolutely the best out of the 8 we have booked!
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10/10 Excellent

Joy

Utterly blown away by this cottage and all the family loved it.

Utterly blown away by this cottage and all the family loved it. It was exceptionally clean with every utensil needed for cooking - which made my role as chief cook a delight to undertake. The underfloor heating was heaven as I hate slippers and thus I spent most of my time dancing on the warm floors! The owners very kindly left some fabulous goodies which were all yummy 😋 The chickens were so cute and I found myself visiting them several times a day! Like everything else in the cottage, the bedrooms were tastefully and beautifully furnished and the beds and pillows were so sumptuous.Good use of the games, books and dvds were made - an excellent selection for all to enjoy. I have stayed at some beautiful and unique cottages over the years and I am delighted to say that The Farmhouse is unequivocally in my top three favourites. Enormous thanks to the Sue and John, the owners, for their thoughtful planning and exquisite taste and being so approachable and helpful.
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

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beautiful and relaxing location
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10/10 Excellent

AIME

Absolutely the most comfortable and well equipped holiday rental that we've ever stayed in! Owners w

Absolutely the most comfortable and well equipped holiday rental that we've ever stayed in! Owners were lovely and couldn't have been more accommodating and helpful! We had 3 generations staying at the cottage (and a dog!) and there was something for everyone. Wouldn't hesitate to rebook if we come to this area again for a holiday. Thanks!
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10/10 Excellent

Tom

Perfect cottage ,incredible location ,fantastic hosts .

Perfect cottage ,incredible location ,fantastic hosts .This was our second visit and just as wonderful as we remembered,will certainly book again.
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10/10 Excellent

Colin

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Very enjoyable and friendly, would certainly stay there again
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10/10 Excellent

Jane

Fabulous house.

Fabulous house. Had a great holiday exploring the local area. John and Sue, who rent out the property, couldn’t have been more kind.
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Can't really think of anything negative to say about the cottage.

Can't really think of anything negative to say about the cottage. Everything lovely everything thought of and all in lovely peaceful setting.
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10/10 Excellent

Dan

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The most amazing place to stay, we are coming back next year for certain!
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10/10 Excellent

Natasha

Amazing holiday cottage-very spacious and beautifully decorated.

Amazing holiday cottage-very spacious and beautifully decorated. Lots of outside space - perfect for overactive toddlers! Little unexpected extras made it even more perfect. Owners are lovely and very welcoming Will definitely book again
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10/10 Excellent

Catherine

We had a great holiday and was so surprised with how well equipped the cottage was.

We had a great holiday and was so surprised with how well equipped the cottage was. Will hope to return one day!
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10/10 Excellent

Tom

Great location with relatively easy access to a host of holiday locations within 3 counties as well

Great location with relatively easy access to a host of holiday locations within 3 counties as well as being hidden away within lovely Devon countryside. The cottage is very well presented with a wide range of comforts and plenty of space for outside activity or relaxing within. The owners, who live next door, were very welcoming and discrete. Very happy to recommend this cottage and we will hopefully return as some stage soon.
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10/10 Excellent

Lara

Beautiful cottage with a perfect mix of traditional and modern in an idyllic location.

Beautiful cottage with a perfect mix of traditional and modern in an idyllic location. Fully equipped with everything you need home from home. Thoughtful and tasty treats were an added bonus. Will be booking another stay as soon as we can!