Large Cottage for 8 in Branscombe

About This 3-Bedroom Group Cottage

This 3-bedroom group cottage is a spacious property in East Devon, perfect for larger family gatherings and group breaks. This three-bedroom retreat sleeps up to eight guests and sits in a peaceful rural location near the Jurassic Coast. The property features generous living spaces ideal for group socialising including a large kitchen-diner where everyone can gather together.

The cottage sits in the beautiful East Devon countryside, close to the UNESCO World Heritage Jurassic Coast. Rolling hills and coastal paths surround the area.

The accommodation comprises three bedrooms sleeping eight guests across various configurations. One bathroom serves the property. The ground floor offers a spacious sitting room and a large kitchen-diner with ample seating. A private enclosed garden with outdoor furniture provides additional space for groups to relax outside.

Lyme Regis beach and fossil hunting opportunities are 4 miles away (10 minutes). Seaton Tramway runs 3 miles away (8 minutes). Beer village and its working fishing beach sit 2 miles away (6 minutes). Axminster town centre is 3 miles away (8 minutes).

The cottage delivers excellent value for groups wanting coastal access and countryside peace. Book here for flexible accommodation near Devon's most famous coastline.

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Need To Know

✓Bedrooms: 3
✓Beach Within 5 Miles
✓Bathrooms: 1
✓Central heating
✓Cooking hob
✓Dogs allowed: 2
✓Entire home
✓Dishwasher
✓Washing machine
✓Fam: High chair
✓Fam: Stairgate
✓Fam: Travel cot
✓Freezer
✓Fridge
✓Garden enclosed
✓Kitchen
✓Bed linen included
✓Towels included
✓Microwave
✓Open fire/wood burner
✓WiFi
✓Oven
✓Parking: on street
✓Private entrance
✓Property type: House / Cottage
✓Property type 2: Detached
✓Pub within 1 mile
✓Safety: carbon monoxide detector(s)
✓Smoke alarm(s)
✓Smart TV
✓Soap
✓Sofa
✓TV
✓Toilet paper

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Local Insights: Large Cottage for 8 in Branscombe

Unique information you won't find on booking sites

Branscombe, Devon

Weather & Local Conditions

15°C

Overcast

Updated: 9 Oct 2026, 2:59am

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14.80°C

Temperature

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22 km/h

Wind Speed

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97%

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 October throws at you.

What to Expect Through the Year

✓ May - September: Warmest, longest days - ideal for big group 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 large cottage comes into its own on wet days - board games, a long lunch and a film with the whole group beat a cramped hotel any day. Check the tabs here for nearby pubs and attractions with indoor options.

Dark Skies & Stargazing

Large Cottage for 8 in Branscombe 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 with the whole group.

Location & Elevation

76m

(249 feet above sea level)

Large Cottage for 8 in Branscombe sits in a peaceful Devon setting - space to spread out and the perfect base for a group getaway.

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76m

Elevation

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Branscombe

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 Branscombe are typical Devon 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: 50.6922130° N | Longitude: 3.146962° W

Sunrise & Sunset Times

Today's sun times for Branscombe (Friday, 9 October 2026):

6:24am

Sunrise

4:35pm

Golden Hour

5:35pm

Sunset

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6:24am

Sunrise

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5:35pm

Sunset

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4:35pm

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 (4:35pm). The warm colours make for lovely holiday photos before you head back in for dinner.

October Daylight

This month in Branscombe, you have approximately 11.19 hours of daylight. The shortening days create the perfect excuse for earlier, cosier evenings in.

Practical Essentials

Everything the group needs to know before you arrive at Large Cottage for 8 in Branscombe.

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 Devon. With a larger group it's worth doing one big supermarket shop on the way, especially if arriving late.

Family & Fun

What Guests Love

What do previous guests think about their group stay at this cottage

Spacious Group Accommodation

Four bedrooms sleeping eight guests with two bathrooms provides ample space for larger families and groups to spread out comfortably throughout the property.

Jurassic Coast Access

Just four miles from Lyme Regis and the famous fossil beaches, groups can easily explore this UNESCO World Heritage coastline together.

Large Kitchen Diner

The generous kitchen-diner lets everyone eat together, making mealtimes sociable and keeping the group connected throughout the day.

Private Enclosed Garden

Secure outdoor space with furniture means children can play safely whilst adults relax, perfect for families with various age groups.

Rural Peaceful Location

Set in quiet East Devon countryside, groups enjoy tranquillity away from busy tourist areas whilst remaining close to coastal attractions.

Excellent Coastal Base

Multiple beaches, coastal towns and the South West Coast Path are all within easy driving distance for varied group days out.

Getting To This Cottage

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach this stay by car, take the A35 towards Axminster, then follow the A358 south. Turn onto local roads towards Musbury and follow signs to the property. Off-road parking is available for multiple vehicles.

By Train

Axminster railway station is the nearest stop, located 3 miles from the cottage. Regular services connect to London Waterloo, Exeter and the South West. Taxis are readily available from the station for the short journey to the property.

Off-road parking for multiple cars

Axminster station (3 miles)

Accessible from A35 and A358

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Stuff for larger groups and families to try!

Lyme Regis Beach & Fossil Hunting

Distance: 4 miles

DT7 3JF

Seaton Tramway

Distance: 3 miles

EX12 2NQ

Beer Fishing Village

Distance: 2 miles

EX12 3EG

South West Coast Path

Distance: 4 miles

DT7 3JQ

Musbury Castle

Distance: 1.5 miles

EX13 8AQ

Axe Valley Circular Walk

Distance: 2 miles

EX13 5SH

Axminster Town Centre

Distance: 3 miles

EX13 5AQ

Seaton Shops

Distance: 3.5 miles

EX12 2TB

Lyme Regis Shopping

Distance: 4 miles

DT7 3QF

Axminster Railway Station

Distance: 3 miles

EX13 5BU

Local Bus Services

Distance: 0.5 miles

EX12 3AY

Musbury Village Stores

Distance: 1 mile

EX13 8AH

Lyme Regis Beach & Fossil Hunting

Distance: 4 miles

DT7 3JF

Seaton Tramway

Distance: 3 miles

EX12 2NQ

Beer Fishing Village

Distance: 2 miles

EX12 3EG

South West Coast Path

Distance: 4 miles

DT7 3JQ

Musbury Castle

Distance: 1.5 miles

EX13 8AQ

Axe Valley Circular Walk

Distance: 2 miles

EX13 5SH

Axminster Town Centre

Distance: 3 miles

EX13 5AQ

Seaton Shops

Distance: 3.5 miles

EX12 2TB

Lyme Regis Shopping

Distance: 4 miles

DT7 3QF

Axminster Railway Station

Distance: 3 miles

EX13 5BU

Local Bus Services

Distance: 0.5 miles

EX12 3AY

Musbury Village Stores

Distance: 1 mile

EX13 8AH

Is This Cottage Right For Your Group

Discover why this cottage is the one for your party or family reunion...

For Families

Children will love exploring the nearby Jurassic Coast beaches, particularly fossil hunting at Lyme Regis just 4 miles away. The Seaton Tramway offers a fun vintage tram ride along the coast. The enclosed garden at this property provides safe outdoor play space. Beer's beach and rock pools are perfect for younger children. Multiple coastal walks and countryside paths suit families with older kids wanting outdoor adventures.

Groups Will Love...

The spacious kitchen-diner at this cottage serves as the social heart of this group property. Large enough for eight guests to dine together comfortably, this room keeps everyone connected during mealtimes and evening gatherings. The well-equipped kitchen handles group catering easily. Combined with the separate sitting room, the property offers flexible spaces where larger groups can either socialise together or split into smaller gatherings throughout the day.

Pet Friendly

This getaway welcomes dogs, making it suitable for groups travelling with pets. The enclosed garden provides secure outdoor space where dogs can roam safely off-lead. East Devon's countryside location offers excellent dog walking straight from the door. Nearby coastal paths and beaches welcome dogs year-round, though some beaches have seasonal restrictions. The rural setting means plenty of space for energetic dogs to exercise during your group break.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at this cottage

The Harbour Inn, Axmouth

Located 2.5 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: EX12 4AF

The Dolphin Hotel, Beer

Located 2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: EX12 3EQ

The Pilot Boat Inn, Lyme Regis

Located 4 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: DT7 3JF

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about this cottage

How many guests does the cottage sleep?

This property sleeps up to eight guests across four bedrooms, making it suitable for larger families or small groups. Two bathrooms serve all guests throughout the property.

Is this getaway pet friendly?

The property welcomes dogs, allowing your pets to join your group holiday. The enclosed garden provides a safe outdoor space for dogs to explore.

What are the sleeping arrangements?

The cottage has four bedrooms configured to accommodate eight guests comfortably. Specific bedroom layouts include various combinations of double and twin rooms.

How far is this rental from the beach?

Lyme Regis beach is 4 miles away, roughly a 10-minute drive. Beer's working fishing beach sits even closer at just 2 miles away.

Is there parking at the property?

Off-road parking is available at this cottage for multiple vehicles. This proves particularly useful when travelling as a larger group with several cars.

What facilities does the kitchen have?

The large kitchen-diner includes all essential appliances and equipment for preparing group meals. Ample seating around the dining table means everyone eats together comfortably.

Are there good walks nearby?

The South West Coast Path runs along the nearby Jurassic Coast offering spectacular walking routes. Rural footpaths also lead directly from the cottage through East Devon countryside.

What can groups do in the area?

Fossil hunting at Lyme Regis, riding the Seaton Tramway, exploring Beer village and walking coastal paths provide excellent group activities. Axminster offers shops and services just 3 miles away.

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Guest Reviews

Mohammed

A very traditional cosy little cottage, spent 3 nights there, with 4 kids and 3 other adults, had a good time.

Lucy

I stayed at Large Cottage for 8 in Branscombe with a group of friends and we had the most wonderful time. Itâ??s a super cute cottage and very well equipped. The small touches like milk, biscuits and fudge on arrival were hugely appreciated. The cottage is spacious and the bedrooms are very comfortable. Would definitely recommend this cottage.

Donald

Central heating did not work until our third day, large sofa very low to ground and difficult to get up from if you are old. Aga was good, garden good, upstairs good.

Emma

Thank you for a wonderful stay. The cottage was perfect and had everything we needed for our weekend stay. Location was fantastic, so close to the beach and quiet and peaceful around. I honestly could not rate this high enough, we had the best weekend in Pitts cottage

Anthea

Lovely traditional compact cottage with a beautifully designed interior. Very clean, lots of hot water, warm. Not suitable for anyone with slight mobility/balance issues due to steep staircase and slanted upstairs floor, also uneven stone steps up from road. But charming if you are fine with that. Secure garden for dog. The parking arrangements as described, and driving around here generally, is challenging for the nervous driver but par for the course around here. Great walks all around, can walk to Branksome Beach in around 40 mins - easier than driving!!

Margaret

A beautiful cottage with everything you could need for a comfortable stay.

Brian

We loved the cottage. The loaction is wonderful. Other guests have mentioned the parking being a couple of hundred yards away, but that wasnl;t a problem for us - and it was easy to park two cars there. Some great walks from the cottage. The Fontainhead pub (really close) is very welcoming and does v good basic food. Masons Arms a but more upmarket, but not as good value.

Jeremy

A lovely holiday cottage without a doubt but things like no rinse aid and salt provided for the dishwasher is a false economy. A teapot would have been nice and a few basics in the food cupboard. - salt, pepper, oil etc. Overall a lovely place to stay but for very little extra cost these extra things would be much appreciated.

Deborah

The cottage is lovely and in a great location for the local pub and a walks to the breach. However, property was not very clean when we arrived. Previous occupants had left food in the fridge, not cleaned the fire out and had not collected their dog poo in the garden. Also there were no logs for the fire as advertised. Parking is a nightmare and the suggested place to park was not suitable for larger SUV type vehicles as the local bus can not get past. The Customer Service team did try to resolve our issues and were helpful.

Michael

A lovely old cottage in a beautiful area. We were lucky with the weather and the enclosed, sheltered garden was a very pleasant place in which to enjoy in the afternoon sun - for us and the dog. The bedrooms are on the small side, but our bed was very comfortable. Note the stairs are steep, the ceilings and beams low, and the landing is uneven - but these all add to the charm. The only drawback was the parking, which is by the side of the road, away from the cottage - don't come in a very large vehicle!

Martin

We arrived at the cottage excited for our stay the village was so pretty and walkable to the beach.

Ravi

Great location, nice pubs nearby. Good cottage inside.

Ebony

Overall very good. Itâ??s very picturesque and we liked the location as it was quiet but accessible to other larger towns. Also we didnâ??t see anywhere that dogs arenâ??t allowed upstairs prior to booking which was a bit annoying considering itâ??s a dog friendly cottage. Donâ??t think weâ??d stay again because of it but it didnâ??t ruin the stay as the location and decor of the cottage was still great.

Ben

The space of the cottage is great, the finish is to a good standard. Be aware though, it is an old cottage and if youâ??re over 6â? you wonâ??t be able to stand up downstairs.

Sarah

Lovely cosy and comfortable cottage. Loved walking to the beach, coast path and pub from the door. Enjoyed cooking on the Aga. Just a shame that no parking available outside the property

Kirsty

Large Cottage for 8 in Branscombe is a lovely property and overall was as expected. Itâ??s quite cosy for 8 people, but more than sufficient. The Aga kept it lovely and warm, although cooking on it for the inexperienced was a learning curve! The cottage was clean, tidy and well appointed, although a few expected necessities were limited (toilet roll, hand soap and candles for the power cut we had in the last day!) but if you are well prepared, then not a problem. The location was lovely, Branscombe is very picturesque, even in the wind and rain. I would say one pub was walking distance, the other definitely not at night time in December. All in all, we had a fabulous time!

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Large Cottage for 8 in Branscombe

About This 3-Bedroom Group Cottage

Need To Know

More Group 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

October Daylight

Practical Essentials

Mobile Phone Signal

Nearest Essentials

Family & Fun

What Guests Love

Spacious Group Accommodation

Jurassic Coast Access

Large Kitchen Diner

Private Enclosed Garden

Rural Peaceful Location

Excellent Coastal Base

Getting To This Cottage

By Car

By Train

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Is This Cottage Right For Your Group

For Families

Groups Will Love...

Pet Friendly

Dining & Cafes

The Harbour Inn, Axmouth

The Dolphin Hotel, Beer

The Pilot Boat Inn, Lyme Regis

Frequently Asked Questions

Location Name

Popular Stays Near This Cottage

Guest Reviews