AT EAST DEVON, between Lyme Regis and Sidmouth, we are a half a mile outside of Colyton, a quarter of a mile off the road (along a concrete private road) on Colcombe Abbey Farm. Colcombe Abbey Farm is a small family run farm, we are predominantly dairy (you are welcome to come and see the cows being milked) with a 130 Friesian herd, a small number of beef animals (45), 4 Suffolk Punch horses, a rare breed that pull our wagon weekdays from Colyton tramway station to the town centre. We also have a speciality wedding carriage available for booking. We have four dogs (a Spaniel, a Jack Russell, a Dalmatian and a Kelpie x Collie) which are not allowed around the mobile home. There are six free range chickens running around and you can always hear the birds singing.
The two bedroom mobile home sits on a large grass paddock (85ft x 45ft). It is fully equipped, inclusive and has a full valet on change over day. Just outside there is a picnic table, bar-b-cue and a large trampoline.
The West Country / Devon region
East Devon is a recognised area of outstanding natural beauty; there are lots of beaches, scenic views of country side, coast and wildlife. There are many foot paths and coastal walks.
Some of the local attractions are, Beer caves, Creally Adventure Park near Exeter, The Donkey Sanctuary near Sidmouth, Race world (go carting) near Exeter, Farway country park, Ford Abbey House near Chard, Shute Barton, a historic national trust house 2 miles away, Burrow farm gardens at Dalwood, Bicton Gardens, Escot wildlife park, gardens and fishery, Axminster Flamingo swimming pool, Golf courses at Seaton, Honiton and Salcombe Regis, the nearest Cinema is at Lyme Regis, the nearest 10 Pin Bowling is at Exeter or Taunton, self hire boats and deep sea fishing off the coast of Beer, Stuart line cruises at Exmouth which tours the Jurassic coast by sea, fossil hunting at Charmouth beach 8 miles away, Torquay is 45 miles, 1:20 minutes drive approx., Exeter is 22 miles, 45 minute drive approx, Taunton is 22 miles, 45 minute drive approx, Weymouth is 35 miles, 1:15 minutes approx.
Colyton area
Colyton is a small historic town, there are 3 pubs and 2 additional restaurants, there is a really old church with hexagon tower, and there is an old oak bark tannery, the only one remaining in the country. There are 2 tennis courts and a playing field. A good fish and chip shop, 2 general stores a very old fashion post office. There's a history museum in the car park. There is several fishing ponds a short drive away.
How to get there
From Colyton travel over the Umborne Bridge ('the blue bridge'), towards Whitford and Shute (on the B3161), a quarter of a mile past the Umborne Bridge, turn left, on to Colcombe Road. Colcombe Abbey Farm is at the end of Colcombe Road.
We are easily accessible by road and the views are very scenic.
Seaton is the nearest beach 2 miles away.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport: Exeter: 30 km
Railway: Axminster: 6.4 km
Ferry: Weymouth: 64 km
Further details
New arrivals welcome 3 pm onward. On departure day, please vacate by 10 am.
Guestbook
Had a fantastic time! Lovely people! Recommended to all!
Good accommodation (very clean) in really lovely part of Devon. I recommend Beer and Lyme as Lyme has a sandy beach and a good place to eat in the evening. Owner very nice & friendly :0)
A lovely two weeks of stress free sun and relaxation. Would highly recommend to family and friends :)
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