Puffin Cottage | Hawkchurch | Courshay | Self Catering Holiday Cottage

4.9★

4 Guests
2 Bedrooms
1 Bathroom
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor accommodation
Ground floor bedroom
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing

Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

49 Customer Review(s)

Karen
March 2024

“Amazing place.”

Very cosy, clean and owners Polly and Phil were so welcoming. Everyone in village is friendly and the pub is fantastic and very dog friendly. The food is amazing too. The cottage has a beautiful garden which our two dogs loved so much. This is one of the best places we have stayed and we will love to go back again. Very highly recommend this gorgeous place.

Very cosy, clean and owners Polly and Phil were so welcoming. Everyone in village is friendly and the pub is fantastic and very dog friendly. The food is amazing too. The cottage has a beautiful garden which our two dogs loved so much. This is one of the best places we have stayed and we will love to go back again. Very highly recommend this gorgeous place.

- Karen, March 2024
David March 2024

“The cottage was spotlessly clean and there was biscuits and fresh eggs which was a lovely touch.”

Hawkchurch is a beautiful friendly, but peaceful village and the owners really welcoming. a lovely base to tour Devon, Dorset and Somerset, we would definitely return.

- David, March 2024
Steph February 2024

“My dogs and I had a great time despite the weather being very wet, the cottage was very warm and comfortable, it had everything you needed.”

The local pub was also very welcoming and allowed me to take both my dogs in, I had a lovely meal there on my birthday, for which Polly paid for my drinks. I would recommend this lovely cottage for anyone that wants a peaceful place to stay.

- Steph, February 2024
Vanessa February 2024

“Lovely little cottage and wow, the garden is magical.”

Our dogs loved it too. Perfect location near plenty of fun things to do and conveniently close to a nice pub that serves nice food. What more could you ask for?

- Vanessa, February 2024
David January 2024

“We had a delightful peaceful stay at Puffin Cottage which is well appointed and comfortable.”

The underfloor heating was exceptionally welcoming to come back to after a day out. The host Polly and Phil provided milk and biscuits upon our arrival and eggs from their own chickens which are delicious. The Cottage is well situated for visiting surrounding areas such as Sidmouth, Lyme Regis, Charmouth etc all within 30 minutes drive. All in all a lovely stay.

- David, January 2024

Thanks so much for your lovely feedback. We’re so pleased you had a good stay. You have won the prize for the cleanest and tidiest guests ever. 5 stars on guest advisor! Property Owner
Julie January 2024

“Lovely cottage with everything you need and in the perfect location to visit lots of lovely places”

- Julie, January 2024
Jan December 2023

“Very nice cottage.”

We had bad weather and the underfloor heating and log burner were fantastic. Kitchen very well equipped. Great garden for our doggy and sweet village close for touring coast. Thank you Polly and Phil

- Jan, December 2023
Alan December 2023

“Wonderful, warm, welcoming hosts with a beautiful cottage and setting.”

- Alan, December 2023
Lesley December 2023

“Apart from the weather, we had biblical floods that week it was a pleasant stay.”

The location was good. It was very peaceful .All facilities were good. The garden was lovely. My dogs really enjoyed it.

- Lesley, December 2023
Maggie November 2023

“Such a lovely cottage, clean and comfortable.”

We had an amazing week here, lovely garden. Hawkchurch is a great place, near so many places. The owners are lovely.

- Maggie, November 2023
Nicolas October 2023

“Puffin cottage is a clean and cosy place to stay with a beautiful garden infront of the large windows to enjoy.”

Great location for exploring Dorset and Devon. It is a very quiet spot with a lovely local pub in walking distance. Phil and Polly are very sympathetic hosts who give great tips- thank you very much for a lovely week

- Nicolas, October 2023
Ronald September 2023

“Quiet,relaxing,well eqipped kitchen.”

Easy reach of the coast.Nice walks with the dogs.

- Ronald, September 2023
Geoffrey September 2023

“We had a very comfortable stay at Puffin Cottage.”

The location is excellent for both Devon and Dorset. We did have an issue with a failure of the fridge/freezer which, when reported was replaced with a new one next day. To give the property a five star review would require some TLC in the kitchen and bathroom but overall an enjoyable stay

- Geoffrey, September 2023

It was lovely to meet you. Thanks so much for your feedback. TLC on its way during the quieter season! Property Owner
Stewart August 2023

“Great location.”

Owners were helpful if we needed anything.fresh eggs and vegetables were given to us .overall a lovely holiday.thanks again from Lin and stew ford .

- Stewart, August 2023

Thanks so much for your feedback. Really pleased you enjoyed your stay. If you get round to it any tips on how to improve facilities would be really appreciated. Property Owner
Peter June 2023

“The cottage is in a very quiet village and area but close to all places we needed to visit.”

Polly and Phil are a lovely and friendly owners and keep the cottage clean and supplies everything you need for your stay.garden is great to sit in and enjoy a drink.would book again.thanks Polly and Phil again and for the lovely eggs from your own chickens.

- Peter, June 2023

Thanks so much for your lovely feedback and for leaving the cottage so beautifully clean and tidy. Sorry I didn’t catch you before you headed off. I meant to give you more eggs and wish you well for your long journey home. I hope it was ok. We’d love to see you again. Take care. Polly & clan. Property Owner
Andy June 2023

“Undoubtedly the best holiday cottage that we have ever stayed in.”

Lovely cottage, fabulous garden, brilliant hosts and superb weather. It was a perfect base to explore the local towns, villages and beaches. Very sad to leave.

- Andy, June 2023

Thanks so much for your amazing feedback. Honestly so so pleased that you enjoyed Puffin Cottage as much as we enjoyed meeting you. Absolutely fabulous guests. Property Owner
William June 2023

“We had a lovely holiday at Puffin Cottage, it was so quiet & peaceful, The garden is a great space to relax and our dog really enjoyed it aswell.”

There are lots of good walks without having to drive anywhere and the local pub was very friendly and welcoming as was Polly & Phil. We have already booked again for next year.

- William, June 2023

We’re really looking forward to seeing you both again. Thanks for being such lovely guests and for leaving everything so clean and tidy. Take care. Property Owner
Lynne June 2023

“Light and airy cottage with a beautiful garden in which to chillax.”

Excellent location in a small village with an old pub serving delicious food. Coastal towns of Lyme Regis and Seaton just a few miles away. We had a lovely time and a big thank you goes to our hosts Polly and Phil who endured our stay was perfect. Thanks Lynne & Terry.

- Lynne, June 2023

Thank you both so much. Absolutely lovely to meet you. Thanks for leaving the cottage so clean and tidy and for the accidental gift of Millers cheese! Take care. Polly, Phil and clan Property Owner
Alan May 2023

“We had a relaxing stay in Puffin cottage and visiting nearby places of interest.”

Polly and Phil are very friendly hosts who looked after us very well.

- Alan, May 2023
Tina May 2023

“We had an amazing time @ puffin cottage.”

Perfect location, walks all around & a pub, 5 minutes away. 10 minutes to charmouth beach. It was such a lovely place, lovely hosts, just a really happy holiday. Thank you so much. X

- Tina, May 2023

Thanks so much Tina. It was really lovely to meet you both and of course your gorgeous dogs. We really appreciate the feedback and hope to see you again. Take care. Property Owner
Gary April 2023

“Our first time here, and it won’t be our last - we appreciated the cosy cottage, it’s location, warm welcome from owners, and friendly locals.”

It was nice to visit places along the coast, but we always looked forward to returning to Puffin Cottage - sitting in the garden was very relaxing. Lovely local walks around the village surrounded by fields - our dog really enjoyed it too! Very friendly welcome at the local Old Inn - well worth a visit. Thank you to Polly, Phil and family.

- Gary, April 2023

It was absolutely great to meet you. We’re so chuffed that you had a relaxing time and really appreciate the lovely feedback. Property Owner
Maria April 2023

“Great little cottage, ideally located.”

Small but cosy and lovely garden. Owners are helpful but not intrusive and bent over backwards to sort out a Wi-Fi problem we had. Highly recommend

- Maria, April 2023

Thanks so much for your lovely feedback. It was great to meet you all. Take care. Property Owner
Margaret March 2023

“My second stay in Puffin Cottage and very grateful for its comfort and cozyness as the weather was not the best.”

Ita a great base set in a lovely village and my hosts Polly and Phil are welcoming but not at all intrusive.Looking forward to visiting again.It deserves its ratings.

- Margaret, March 2023
Kevin September 2022

“Lovely cosy & quiet cottage.”

Away from the mainstream with lots of local walks - me & the Great Dane thoroughly enjoyed it.

- Kevin, September 2022

Thanks so much for your feedback. We’re really pleased you and gorgeous Rose had a good stay. Property Owner
Margaret September 2022

“Had a really good time at Puffin Cottage and have already booked to visit again.”

The cottage is very comfortable,well equipped and cosy.The mature garden is a bonus,bigger than I had expected with good lawn space plus trees and shrubs. The cottage offers privacy but Polly and Phil were on hand if need be.It deserves it’s good ratings

- Margaret, September 2022

It was so lovely to meet you Margaret. Thanks for leaving the cottage so lovely and tidy. We’re looking forward to seeing you and the lovely Jack soon. Take care. Property Owner
Luke August 2022

“Had a wonderful say.”

Our hosts were excellent and we found lots of fossils on the beach.. great time had by us all, as well as Woody the dog. Thank you.

- Luke, August 2022
Andrew July 2022

“Great cottage, with excellent facilities.”

The garden and the bbq were lovely amenities. Really enjoyed our stay, and Polly and Phil were excellent hosts. They were very kind and generous with their garden produce.

- Andrew, July 2022
Alison May 2022

“Amazing village location, friendly and relaxing.”

We all had an amazing time. Fresh eggs on arrival were lovely and the accommodation was clean and bright - perfect for us all. The garden was beautiful - we were very spoilt with the weather on our weeks so spent all day exploring East Devon/west Dorset We will book again!

- Alison, May 2022

Thanks so much for your lovely feedback. We’re really pleased you had a relaxing time. P.S. your friend stole the show in Mamma Mia! Brilliant! Property Owner
Michael May 2022

“Very happy with the cottage very clean and equipped well , able to park car off road on the driveway .”

Very nice postion , floor to cealing large wwindows over looking the garden Very private.. although hosts just across driveway.

- Michael, May 2022
Debbie March 2022

“This was our second stay at Puffin Cottage and we found it just as comfy and cosy as before.”

A truly lovely property, lots of hot water, perfect after a day out walking, and a good night’s sleep on the comfortable bed. It must be said too that everything was so clean!! Polly was very welcoming and gifted us some delicious eggs from the chickens. We will definitely be back again soon. Thank you so much.

- Debbie, March 2022

Thank you so much! It was really great to meet you. I was hoping to catch you to send you away with more eggs but you were such early birds! Thanks for leaving the cottage so clean and tidy. Hugely appreciated. Property Owner
Alison March 2022

“Lovely holiday cottage.”

Very clean and cosy. Beautiful garden which the dog enjoyed. Great location for exploring Dorset. Very quiet spot with good local pub in walking distance. Thankyou.

- Alison, March 2022

Thanks so much for the lovely feedback. We’re really pleased that you had a good break. Huge thanks as well for leaving the cottage so beautifully clean and tidy. We hope to see you again. Take care. Property Owner
Kia February 2022

“Just wonderful - cosy, welcoming and peaceful.”

The owners are very friendly and considerate, gifted us with treats for our grateful dog and provided everything we needed for a comfortable stay. We will definitely return, thank you.

- Kia, February 2022

Thanks so much for your lovely feedback and for leaving the cottage so beautifully clean and tidy. It was great to meet you and Busby. We'd love to see you again, particularly since you brought such gorgeous weather with you! Property Owner
Michaela January 2022

“Comfy property with lovely underfloor heating (nice for our feet and the dog loved that too).”

Bath was very nice after a walk in the cold January weather. Garden was smaller than expected and not secure, but nice to look out onto. Didn't feel confident to use the wood burner as the seal was damaged and didn't want a room full of smoke

- Michaela, January 2022

Thanks so much for your comments. It was lovely to meet you and your gorgeous dog! I'm sorry to hear that you were expecting a larger garden, we ordinarily get comments to say the photos don't do it justice. We will add a note to the details to say that the garden is not currently secure until we're able to do this. I'm really sorry if this inconvenienced you. The fire rope on the wood burner is there to increase the efficiency of the fire rather than smoke proof the property. The chimney has been recently swept in line with requirements so draws well. We've got a rope fixing kit on hand as we rely solely on wood burners ourselves and would have been really happy to pop in and resolve this. This has been done and I'll make a point of double checking in between stays. Thanks for your custom and thanks for leaving the cottage so beautifully clean and tidy. Property Owner
Gill October 2021

“We had a lovely short break at Puffin Cottage.”

The owner was really helpful, even going out of her way to find out about local trick or treat options for my children on Halloween. The cottage was clean, cosy, warm and comfortable and we had a fantastic time visiting Lyme Regis and Charmouth Beach to hunt for fossils and sea glass.

- Gill, October 2021
Karen October 2021

“A lovely quiet restful week in Puffin Cottage.”

.. Perfect! Ideal location. Clean and comfortable. Everything you need, making it a real home from home! We will be back and highly recommend staying there. Thanks Polly for the warm welcome and fresh eggs :)

- Karen, October 2021
Natasha July 2021

“We had a lovely stay in Puffin Cottage, it's a beautiful place and the owners are very welcoming.”

It's a good location and within easy reach of lovely walks and great beaches. The garden is pretty which was great for our child and spaniel.

- Natasha, July 2021
Graham May 2021

“All good. Cottage very good - comfortable and well equipped - and hosts very friendly and helpful.”

On reflection it would be helpful to point out in the directions that Puffin Cottage is accessed via the gate to Glebe Cottage as we were a bit unsure when we arrived

- Graham, May 2021
Carolyn May 2021

“Puffin Cottage is compact but beautifully presented.”

The owners are lovely and helpful and the cottage is in a beautiful village which is very handy for the Jurassic coast. The are plenty of walks from the cottage and the dog loved the private garden. All in all we had a lovely stay in this cottage despite some not so great weather. We would be happy to stay there again and happy to recommend this as a comfortable place to stay in a lovely location with friendly hosts.

- Carolyn, May 2021
Malcolm April 2021

“Wonderful place”

- Malcolm, April 2021
Diego April 2021

“We absolutely loved our four night stay at Puffin last week.”

Such a gem of cottage in truly beautiful surroundings. The cottage exceeded our expectations...all four of us adored our stay and soaked up the calm atmosphere and beautifully light cottage. It was very clean and all of the household amenities were in great condition. We loved to explore the local area and will definitely consider coming back :)

- Diego, April 2021
Ross October 2020

“A cosy cottage with a lovely garden.”

Feels very private, but still very close to the shop and pub. Great local walks and also close to the coast. We found the cottage clean, well equipped with comfortable beds and a welcoming wood burner.

- Ross, October 2020
Frances September 2020

“Lovely little cottage in peaceful surroundings.”

Lots of great walks direct from the cottage - very well maintained footpaths and signage. Polly and Phil are great hosts - helpful and welcoming without being obtrusive. The welcome pack was lovely - thank you for that. King Sized beds are one our must haves these days and this one is super comfortable. The cottage is ideally located for touring the south coast from Portland Bill to Exmouth with Lyme Regis and Charmouth offering great local beaches. The coastal path above Seaton is also well worth a visit. With all this and with a great local to return to in the evenings, what more could you want? To make your holiday complete, the cottage has a proper teapot!

- Frances, September 2020
Jim August 2020

“The holiday was great, the cottage and location was very good.”

The only problem was dealing with Sykes Cottages. You would not answer emails or answer my phone calls. The only part of you system that worked is were you took my money.

- Jim, August 2020
Alison August 2020

“Had such a lovely stay in this lovely cottage with our 5 year old.”

He particularly loved the garden with a tree swing and squirrels; we loved the shady cottage at the end of a hot day at the beach!

- Alison, August 2020
Alistair July 2020

“Proximity to Charmouth beach is excellent, local pub in Hawkchurch was very friendly.”

Nice comfortable cottage, all necessary facilities provided. Owners very helpful and friendly.

- Alistair, July 2020
Chris February 2020

“When you walk into a place and find cake forks in the cutlery draw, you know it's going to be good!”

We had a lovely stay at Puffin Cottage. It was warm, cosy, clean, comfortable and very well equipped. The cottage is adjacent to the owner's house but is private and not overlooked. Phil and Polly (the owners) struck the perfect balance between being very respectful of our privacy and, at the same time, giving us the sense that they were on hand should we need them and that they would do anything to make our stay more comfortable. Hawkchurch is a delightful village too, with a warm welcome on offer at the church, pub and shop, which are all just around the corner. Our dog Welly also had a very enjoyable time, with numerous footpaths right from the doorstep. We booked for two weeks and stayed for three....that says it all! Thank you for such a lovely stay.

- Chris, February 2020
Andrew January 2020

“Thank you!”

- Andrew, January 2020
Tina December 2019

“A lovely relaxing place.”

Nice festive welcome from the host. Always warm and very comfortable

- Tina, December 2019
Margaret September 2019

“The owners of this cottage were friendly and welcoming and it must have been difficult for them as they had only just moved to the area themselves.”

it was a quiet country area but fairly easy access to attractions such as the coast and historic houses and gardens. We were exceptionally lucky with the weather that week.

- Margaret, September 2019

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Summary

One level
Two bedrooms: 1 x king size double, 1 x single with pull out truckle bed for a child
Bathroom with roll top bath, hand shower, separate shower, WC, basin
Open plan living space with seating area with multi-fuel burner, dining area and kitchen.
Central heating, underfloor heating with wood burning stove
Microwave, fridge-freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with DVD, WiFi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Cot and highchair available on request
Off road parking for two cars
Well defined garden but not 100% secure for more persistent dogs
Two well-behaved dogs welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Pub less than 1 mile from property
Note: There is a unfenced pond within the grounds
Note: This property sleeps a maximum of 3 adults.

The property

In Hawkchurch, 200 yards from the pub, Puffin Cottage is a detached single-storey cottage converted from an artist’s studio.

It looks over its own patio (table/chairs) and pretty lawned garden (small unfenced wildlife pond); small lawned area (loungers) to one side.

In the owners' paddock are chickens, geese and a veg patch (eggs and fresh seasonal organic veg available).Inside, all smart and stylish with oak floors in the living areas and bedrooms.

From the patio, French windows into naturally light living/dining/fitted kitchen (slimline dishwasher, washing machine, microwave, fridge-freezer, electric cooker) with big windows, multi-fuel burner, large white leather sofa, TV/DVD; 3 steps up to two bedrooms - a double (5' bed), and one with single plus pull out truckle bed for a child.

Smart slate-floored bathroom (suite with roll-top bath plus hand-shower and separate shower).

An immaculate, pretty cottage in a peaceful setting.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £100.

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About the location

HAWKCHURCH

Axminster 4 miles; Lyme Regis 6.9 miles.

Hawkchurch is a village in Devon, England, 3 miles north east of Axminster on the border of Devon and Dorset, and about 6 miles south of Somerset. It is 4 miles north of the tourist and fishing village of Lyme Regis. Hawkchurch has a village shop which is run as a community venture. The village pub, The Old Inn, is a traditional coaching house and a hostelry which has been on the site since 1543. Nearby Axminster, which is one of Devon’s prettiest smaller towns, and has many attractions, including plenty of privately owned shops, a weekly market and excellent old inns, with one dating back 100 years with its own resident ghost! The seaside town of Lyme Regis has much to offer visitors with many craft and antique shops, galleries and cafes. The scenic coastal path offers excellent walking opportunities and spectacular views of the stunning Jurassic coast, whilst the gently shelving sands and sparkling waters of Lyme Bay provide the perfect place in which to relax and unwind. Where ever you decide, Hawkchurch is an ideal place to enjoy with easy access to many areas around Dorset and Devon at any time of the year.

Note: This property sleeps a maximum of 3 adults.

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Reviews & Ratings

“Amazing place.”

“The cottage was spotlessly clean and there was biscuits and fresh eggs which was a lovely touch.”

“My dogs and I had a great time despite the weather being very wet, the cottage was very warm and comfortable, it had everything you needed.”

“Lovely little cottage and wow, the garden is magical.”

“We had a delightful peaceful stay at Puffin Cottage which is well appointed and comfortable.”

“Lovely cottage with everything you need and in the perfect location to visit lots of lovely places”

“Very nice cottage.”

“Wonderful, warm, welcoming hosts with a beautiful cottage and setting.”

“Apart from the weather, we had biblical floods that week it was a pleasant stay.”

“Such a lovely cottage, clean and comfortable.”

“Puffin cottage is a clean and cosy place to stay with a beautiful garden infront of the large windows to enjoy.”

“Quiet,relaxing,well eqipped kitchen.”

“We had a very comfortable stay at Puffin Cottage.”

“Great location.”

“The cottage is in a very quiet village and area but close to all places we needed to visit.”

“Undoubtedly the best holiday cottage that we have ever stayed in.”

“We had a lovely holiday at Puffin Cottage, it was so quiet & peaceful, The garden is a great space to relax and our dog really enjoyed it aswell.”

“Light and airy cottage with a beautiful garden in which to chillax.”

“We had a relaxing stay in Puffin cottage and visiting nearby places of interest.”

“We had an amazing time @ puffin cottage.”

“Our first time here, and it won’t be our last - we appreciated the cosy cottage, it’s location, warm welcome from owners, and friendly locals.”

“Great little cottage, ideally located.”

“My second stay in Puffin Cottage and very grateful for its comfort and cozyness as the weather was not the best.”

“Lovely cosy & quiet cottage.”

“Had a really good time at Puffin Cottage and have already booked to visit again.”

“Had a wonderful say.”

“Great cottage, with excellent facilities.”

“Amazing village location, friendly and relaxing.”

“Very happy with the cottage very clean and equipped well , able to park car off road on the driveway .”

“This was our second stay at Puffin Cottage and we found it just as comfy and cosy as before.”

“Lovely holiday cottage.”

“Just wonderful - cosy, welcoming and peaceful.”

“Comfy property with lovely underfloor heating (nice for our feet and the dog loved that too).”

“We had a lovely short break at Puffin Cottage.”

“A lovely quiet restful week in Puffin Cottage.”

“We had a lovely stay in Puffin Cottage, it's a beautiful place and the owners are very welcoming.”

“All good. Cottage very good - comfortable and well equipped - and hosts very friendly and helpful.”

“Puffin Cottage is compact but beautifully presented.”

“Wonderful place”

“We absolutely loved our four night stay at Puffin last week.”

“A cosy cottage with a lovely garden.”

“Lovely little cottage in peaceful surroundings.”

“The holiday was great, the cottage and location was very good.”

“Had such a lovely stay in this lovely cottage with our 5 year old.”

“Proximity to Charmouth beach is excellent, local pub in Hawkchurch was very friendly.”

“When you walk into a place and find cake forks in the cutlery draw, you know it's going to be good!”

“Thank you!”

“A lovely relaxing place.”

“The owners of this cottage were friendly and welcoming and it must have been difficult for them as they had only just moved to the area themselves.”

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About the location

HAWKCHURCH