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 — Advanced booking available on Fri 6th Mar
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Malabar House (Ref. 1142151)

Lyme Regis, Dorset, South West England

Property details

8 Guests 4 Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms Pets: Yes

Changeover day: -1

Features

Close to pub Garden Pets welcome Hasfishing Family Countryside Broadband / WiFi Unusual Seaside Beach Near walks Near cycling Nearriver Neargolf Enclosedgarden Country Luxury Nationaltrust Character Children Coastal Dishwasher Extra Bathrooms Smoke Free Washing Machine Gradetwolisted Nearpub Shop Ingroup Short breaks allowed Last minute break allowed Close to shop

Summary

Guests express a strong appreciation for the spacious, comfortable, and beautifully furnished property, highlighting the great location and amenities. Many enjoyed a welcoming atmosphere and thoughtful welcome pack. Some noted minor issues with heating and bedding choices. Overall, guests had memorable stays and plan to return.

The property

Malabar House is a grand, Grade II listed building, located in the heart of the old town of picturesque Lyme Regis, a seaside town situated on the UNESCO Jurassic Coast in Dorset. Being only a minute’s walk from the sea and shops, it is perfectly positioned for effortless seaside exploration and forays into this fascinating and historic town’s centre.

Believed to be one of its oldest buildings, Malabar House has
been sympathetically restored making it an exceptional four
bedroomed holiday home with superb modern facilities yet
beautifully retaining its historical charm and character. Behind the imposing double fronted Georgian façade, you’re welcomed into a bright and spacious interior, thoughtfully arranged for larger families or groups of friends to enjoy a memorable holiday, whatever the occasion.

The drawing room is an impressive space with a wealth of
original features including a Tudor fireplace, original ceiling
beams and carefully restored window shutters. Bedecked with
period furniture and plush seating, this spacious and charming
room is the perfect place to retreat to at the end of the day.

From the Georgian panelled front door, the hallway leads to the
rear of the house, this is the real heart of this home with a stylish, yet individual kitchen, perfectly equipped for family holidays and informal dining around the farmhouse style kitchen table. French doors open widely onto a delightful enclosed walled garden with a seating area with table and chairs adjacent to the house. Its sheltered sunny aspect creates its own microclimate with considered planting offering all season colour, illuminated in the evening with feature lighting as required.

The more relaxed garden sitting room is a delight, again with
French doors flooding the room with light and opening onto the
walled garden. In this area of the house, when all three doors
leading to the garden are open, the space both inside and out
offers a wonderful environment to relax in and savour alfresco
dining or a sociable drink during the warmer months. For special occasions and formal gatherings there is a magnificent dining room, also displaying many character features seen throughout this most extraordinary period property.

Heading up the feature art deco staircase, you reach the four
bedrooms, all opulently styled and furnished with a restful night’s sleep in mind. The three spacious king-size bedrooms, all with impressive en-suite shower rooms, have retained many original features including fireplaces with over mantel mirrors and wall panelling rediscovered during the recent renovations. The fourth bedroom, a delightful twin room, has use of the family bathroom also located on this floor.

Located in the heart of the old part of town, there is so much to
see and do all within easy distance from Malabar House. Step
outside and you are literally moments from the seafront with its
promenade, sandy beaches and iconic Cobb harbour, perfect for lazy summer days or soaking in the sea air at any time of the year.

The town has a superb selection of independent shops perfect for everyday needs, including local delis and the Town Mill bakery. Food lovers will be spoilt for choice when it comes to dining out, whether its savouring fish and chips on the seafront or enjoying one of the many popular pubs serving freshly cooked local produce. For a special occasion why not try The Oyster and Fish House or Tom’s on the seafront, both offering unrivalled views of the sea.

When it comes to days out, head to nearby Beer, a quaint village surrounded by white chalk cliffs, the shingle beach is lined with fishing boats still bringing in their daily catches and is famous for its mackerel. Other family favourite destinations include Charmouth with its Heritage Centre where you can learn about the Jurassic Coast and the areas rich geology, joining one of the guided fossil walks and trying your hand at finding your very own ammonites on the shore.

Experience a slice of Lyme’s history and book a stay to
remember at the truly remarkable Malabar House.

GENERAL INFORMATION
Parking permit provided for one car in
Woodmead Car Park, around 5 -7 minute walk. Long stay car
parking available within 5 -10 minute walk for additional vehicles -
charges apply. 1 small/medium well behaved dog welcome
Utilities included Linen and towels included

GROUND FLOOR
Entrance hall Drawing room with Tudor
fireplace, seating and period furniture, large Smart TV Spacious
Kitchen with duel fuel range cooker and American style fridge
freezer, adjoining informal dining area and doors leading to the
rear courtyard garden Sitting room with comfortable seating,
Smart TV and doors leading to the rear courtyard garden Formal
dining room with impressive dining table and chairs and regency
furnishings Cloakroom Staircase leading to

FIRST FLOOR
Bedroom1: super-king-size bed with feature
fireplaces and arts and craft mirror. En-suite shower room with
walk in shower, wash basin and wc. Bedroom 2: king-size
bedroom with feature fireplace and over mantal mirror. En-suite
shower room with double walk in shower, wash basin and wc.
Bedroom 3: twin bedroom Bedroom 4: king-size bedroom with
feature fireplace and window seats. En-suite shower room with
double walk in shower, wash basin and wc. Bathroom: bath with
shower attachment, wash basin & wc

OUTSIDE
South West facing, walled courtyard garden with
outside table and chairs, feature dwarf stone wall and ambient
lighting, raised garden area with pretty cottage style planting.
Utility room with washer dryer and Belfast sink also Laundry Maid
clothes airer

FACILITIES
Wifi Smart TVs x 2 with Freeview Dual fuel range
cooker with gas hob and electric oven American double fridge
freezer with external ice maker and filtered cold water dispenser
Dishwasher Washer dryer Split level fully controllable gas central
heating throughout

A spacious, double-fronted, Grade II listed historic townhouse with garden in the heart of Lyme Regis, a minute's walk from the sea. Charmouth 3.4 miles; Bridport 10.2 miles.

Four bedrooms: 1 x super-king size with en-suite walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail, and WC, 2 x king-size with en-suite walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail, and WC, 1 x twin. Bathroom with bath, handheld shower, basin, heated towel rail, and WC. Cloakroom with basin and WC. Kitchen/diner. Utility. Dining room. Drawing room. Garden sitting room

Split level fully controllable gas central heating. Dual fuel range cooker with electric oven and gas hob, microwave, American double fridge freezer, washer dryer, dishwasher, hairdryer. 2 x Smart TVs with freeview, WiFi. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Parking permit available for 1 car in car park a short walk away. Enclosed rear courtyard dining area with ambient lighting. 1 small/medium well behaved dog welcome. Welcome hamper provided. Sorry, no smoking. Shop 0.2 miles, pub and beach 0.1 miles. Note: There are steps in the courtyard, please take care. Note: Check-in from 4pm, check-out by 10am

Practical information

Distance to river (miles): 0.9 miles
Central heating: Throughout
Distance to beach (miles): 0.1 miles
Check-out: 10:00
Shop: 0.2 miles
Property alerts/information: Steps to exterior
Pub: 0.1 miles
Distance to restaurant (miles): 0.1 miles
Children - accepted: Yes
Heating: Gas
Views: City/Town
Hairdryer: Yes
Floors: 2
Distance to coast (miles): 0.1 miles
Check-in: 16:00
Dogs allowed: Yes
Distance to supermarket (miles): 0.2 miles
Location: Centre
Distance to lake (miles): 4.6 miles
Parking spaces: 1
Parking - included/charge: Included
Parking: Yes
Fixtures and fittings: Washing machine, Dishwasher
Garden: Yes
Garden privacy: Private
Garden style: Courtyard, Patio, Private

Location