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✓Barn conversion cottage located in Uplyme village, East Devon, tucked away down a private drive with tranquil, south-facing large secluded garden and rural views
✓5 bedrooms total: 1 super kingsize (6ft), 1 zip and link super kingsize (can convert to 2 singles), 4 single (3ft) beds across other bedrooms including 2 four poster kingsize (5ft)
✓3 bathrooms total: 2 ensuites with cubicle showers and toilets on ground floor, plus 1 first floor bathroom with cubicle shower, bath, and toilet
✓Separate toilet on ground floor in addition to bathrooms
✓Biomass central heating as primary heating system throughout the property
✓Woodburner in living room with logs included for use
✓Superfast Wi-Fi internet included throughout the property
✓Electricity included with booking
✓Fully equipped kitchen with induction hob, range cooker, microwave, slow cooker, American fridge freezer, and dishwasher
✓Utility room with washer dryer
✓Living room features 55" Smart TV with Freesat, DVD player, books, games, and French doors leading to patio and garden
✓Indoor private heated swimming pool (7m x 4m, depth 1m to 1.35m) centrally positioned, heated to 32 degrees
✓Large enclosed south-facing garden with patio, garden furniture, barbecue, play equipment, and twinkling lights visible at night
✓Garage available with table tennis included
✓Games room on site
✓Private on-site parking for 6 cars
✓4 steps to entrance (not level access)
✓Pets allowed: 1 pet permitted with charges applying
✓No smoking allowed anywhere on the property
✓Bed linen and towels provided
✓Welcome pack included on arrival
✓Cots and highchairs available for families
✓Check-in after 16:00 and check-out before 10:00
✓Close proximity to local amenities: village green with playground and tennis court, pub with beer garden, friendly post office/village shop all within stroll distance
✓Just over a mile from the sea and Lyme Regis seafront, accessible by a 45-minute walk along the River Lym
✓Nearby attractions and activities include walking the River Lym, Viaduct, Prescott Pinetum, Trinity Woods Nature Reserve, ancient harbour wall The Cobb, beaches for fossil hunting and rock pools, kayaking, paddleboarding, deep sea fishing, marine theatre shows, crazy golf, dinosaur museum, aquarium, horse-riding, shooting, tram rides, birdwatching, and miniature railway within 15 minutes’ drive
✓Family friendly, celebration friendly, and dog friendly property with children’s play area on site or nearby
✓Plenty of entertainment options for all weathers both inside the house and in the surrounding area
✓Listed as Customers’ Choice award winner for seven consecutive years (2019-2025) with 5 out of 5 rating on Cottages.com
✓Perfect base for exploring beaches and footpaths along the Jurassic Coast World Heritage coastline

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Local Insights: Coombehayes Barn

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Lyme Regis, Dorset

Weather & Local Conditions

17°C

Mainly clear

Updated: 14 Jul 2026, 2:54am

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17.00°C

Temperature

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23 km/h

Wind Speed

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84%

Humidity

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Packing Tip: UK weather can turn quickly, so pack layers whatever the forecast. A waterproof and sturdy shoes mean the whole group can head out whatever July throws at you.

What to Expect Through the Year

✓ May - September: Warmest, longest days - ideal for long days out, gardens and BBQs
✓ October - November: Crisp autumn colour, cosy evenings by the fire, quieter attractions
✓ December - February: Perfect for a snug winter escape - great for Christmas and New Year gatherings
✓ March - April: Spring blooms, longer evenings returning, wildlife becoming active

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Rainy Day Tip: A pet friendly cottage comes into its own on wet days - board games, a long lunch and a film beats a cramped hotel any day. Check the tabs here for nearby pubs and attractions with indoor options.

Dark Skies & Stargazing

Coombehayes Barn sits in a location with genuinely dark skies - a real treat for a group, and something you rarely get at home in town.

Bortle Scale Rating

The Bortle scale measures night sky darkness from 1 (darkest) to 9 (brightest urban):

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Class 4 - Rural/suburban transition

This location's dark sky rating

What You Can See From the Cottage

The Milky Way is visible overhead, though light domes may be visible on the horizon towards larger towns.

The Milky Way is visible on clear, moonless nights.

Best Stargazing Conditions

✓ New Moon periods: Darkest skies, best Milky Way visibility
✓ Winter months: Earlier darkness, crisper skies, Orion constellation prominent
✓ After 11pm: Neighbouring lights typically switched off
✓ Allow 20 minutes: Let your eyes adjust to darkness before looking up

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Pro Tip: Download a stargazing app like "Sky Map" or "Star Walk" before arrival. Mobile signal can be limited, and these apps work offline - a fun activity to share of an evening.

Location & Elevation

75m

(246 feet above sea level)

Coombehayes Barn sits in a peaceful Dorset setting - space to spread out and the perfect base for a pet friendly escape.

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75m

Elevation

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Lyme Regis

Nearest Village

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Rural

Setting

What the Elevation Means for Your Stay

✓ Fresher air: Expect it a touch cooler than coastal areas - bracing walks and restful sleep
✓ Clearer air: Less pollution and haze, better views and stargazing
✓ Morning mists: Valley fog sometimes forms below, creating magical sunrise views
✓ Walking access: Higher starting point means shorter climbs to hilltops and summits

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Driving Note: The roads to Lyme Regis are typical Dorset lanes - narrow in places with passing spots. If the group is arriving in several cars, share the postcode and a meeting point in advance.

Coordinates

Latitude: 50.7354270° N | Longitude: 2.963384° W

Sunrise & Sunset Times

Today's sun times for Lyme Regis (Tuesday, 14 July 2026):

4:13am

Sunrise

7:22pm

Golden Hour

8:22pm

Sunset

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4:13am

Sunrise

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8:22pm

Sunset

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7:22pm

Golden Hour

Planning Your Days by Season

✓ Summer (Jun-Aug): Sunset around 9:30-10pm - long days for group walks, days out and late alfresco dinners
✓ Autumn (Sep-Nov): Sunset 5-7pm - perfect timing for an after-dinner drink as the stars come out
✓ Winter (Dec-Feb): Sunset around 4pm - cosy early evenings by the fire, ideal for stargazing
✓ Spring (Mar-May): Sunset 6-9pm - watch the evenings grow longer each day

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Golden Hour: For the best light, plan your group photo or evening walk around golden hour (7:22pm). The warm colours make for lovely holiday photos before you head back in for dinner.

July Daylight

This month in Lyme Regis, you have approximately 16.15 hours of daylight. The long summer days mean plenty of time for group adventures before a relaxed evening back at the cottage.

Practical Essentials

Everything the group needs to know before you arrive at Coombehayes Barn.

Mobile Phone Signal

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Signal Strength

Good

Mobile signal is generally good in this area across most networks.

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Signal Tip: All major networks should work well here.

Nearest Essentials

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Arrival Tip: Fill up with fuel before you arrive - petrol stations can be sparse in rural Dorset. With a larger group it's worth doing one big supermarket shop on the way, especially if arriving late.

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About Coombehayes Barn

Need To Know

More Pet Friendly Cottages You May Like

Weather & Local Conditions

What to Expect Through the Year

Dark Skies & Stargazing

Bortle Scale Rating

What You Can See From the Cottage

Best Stargazing Conditions

Location & Elevation

What the Elevation Means for Your Stay

Coordinates

Sunrise & Sunset Times

Planning Your Days by Season

July Daylight

Practical Essentials

Mobile Phone Signal

Nearest Essentials

Family & Fun

What Guests Love

Getting To Coombehayes Barn

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Is Coombehayes Barn Right For Your Group

For Families

Groups Will Love...

Pet Friendly

Dining & Cafes

Frequently Asked Questions

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