Romantic hideaway on the East Devon Way. Luxurious couple’s bath, solid oak sleigh bed with sumptuous pocket sprung mattress, private outside space for dining/sunbathing. Fully equipped for self-catering. Overlooking delightful, tranquil courtyard garden. Perfect place of refuge and relaxation. Ideal base for walking the World Heritage Jurassic Coast or visiting River Cottage. Village centre 5 mins walk with pub, shop, tennis court. Lyme beach 10 mins drive or 45 mins via idyllic river walk.

The space
The Garden Studio is an ideal hideaway - whatever the season. A quiet oasis of calm and privacy, The Garden Studio provides warm and inviting, beautifully appointed, boutique accommodation. Perfectly equipped for two people looking to get away, rest and unwind.

Relax amidst the sights and sounds of the courtyard garden whilst snuggled up in the sumptuous sleigh bed or cosy loveseat. Two huge patio doors provide views across the central pond and fountain. Inside, the renewable heating system will keep you as warm as you choose. A private and independent base from which to visit River Cottage (5 mins drive) or explore the magnificent Devon/Dorset coast. Beautiful walks and beaches abound.

5 mins walk to shop, pub, tennis. Devon/Dorset. 5 mins drive to River Cottage. 10 min drive to beach.

Set in the desirable village of Uplyme, on the East Devon Way. Discover this rural idyll just a mile from the seaside town of Lyme Regis, famous for its beaches, footpaths and fossil-hunting. Tucked away down a private drive, The Garden Studio boasts a tranquil yet convenient location, a stroll away from Uplyme Village Green (with shop, pub and tennis court) and 45 minute picturesque walk along River Lym to the seafront. With the East Devon Way just at the end of the driveway, guests have immediate access to a vast array of footpaths and cycle trails - without the need for taking your car out!

Separate but adjacent to Coombehayes Barn, The Garden Studio is fully self-contained, offering ground floor accommodation, with its own private entrance, parking area and outdoor terrace. If you want to holiday with friends, we have another studio above - Lofty Hayes (sleeps two).

You have all you need to cater for yourselves, with kitchenette, dining areas inside and out. Luxurious ensuite bathroom with his/hers bath, separate walk-in shower and mood lighting. Sumptuous king-size sleigh bed in solid oak. Lounge area overlooking the garden, with cosy loveseat, armchair, coffee table and TV and Wifi. The quality Ruark sound system enables you to listen to your own music via Bluetooth.

With large patio doors, The Studio opens onto our pretty, bright, courtyard garden and guests have exclusive use of an outdoor patio area in which you can sit and breakfast ‘al fresco’. Many of our guests talk about relaxing in the evening, with a glass of wine, listening to the birds and gentle running water of our fountain, the central focus of this walled garden.

Lots of lovely walks from the door step:

The East Devon Way is just at the bottom of our driveway. It takes about 45 minutes to walk to Lyme Regis and the seafront along the pretty River Lym (much better than going along the road!). Turn right at the end of the drive and within minutes you reach Prescott Pinetum, a beautiful wooded walk with some ancient trees. This leads to Trinity Hill nature reserve with an array of pathways and cycle trails. Our favourite walk is at Ware (a 5 minute drive under the viaduct). From here you connect with the South West coast path where you can go right on the Undercliffes path to Seaton or left towards Lyme and down steps through the woods to reach Monmouth Beach and to walk along the Cobb, the wall surrounding 13th century harbour.

Within a 15 minute drive of The Garden Studio, you can join the South West Coast Path at Charmouth and climb Golden Cap, the highest point on the south coast. Alternatively, enjoy bird-watching in Seaton Wetlands with its 4km of level trails and boardwalk through beautiful marshland and reed beds along the River Axe.

As well as walking, there’s a vast array of other activities to keep you entertained during your stay - all within 15 minutes’ drive:

- Horseriding at Woodhouse Stables

- Paddle boarding - paddle board rental and lessons at Boylos on Marine Parade in Lyme

- Kayaking - hire kayaks at The Tackle Box on Marine Parade

- Nordic Walking with local expert Gillian Butcher

- Tennis by the village hall in Uplyme – just a few minutes walk away

- Fossil hunting – on Back beach or Monmouth Beach - do it yourself or hire a guide.

- Rib Rides – cruise along the Jurassic World Heritage Coast to Beer Head and back

- Deep sea fishing - fish for mackerel with Harry May Boat Trips

- Shooting at The Tunnel, the UK’a premier shooting centre

- Seaton Tramway - three miles of beautiful countryside along the Axe Valley.

- Crazy Golf - Langmoor Gardens, Lyme Regis

- Birdwatching at Seaton Wetlands - nearly 4km of level trails and boardwalk through beautiful marshland and reed beds alongside the river Axe

When It comes to eating, we are spoilt for choice with a splendid array of restaurants. We are just a few minutes away from River Cottage, HQ of celebrity chef, Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall. Swim, The Lyme Bay or newly refurbished Pilot Boat are just a few eateries to be recommended along the seafront. Relax with a cream tea in the beautiful garden at the Alexandra Hotel or enjoy a traditional pub meal at The Talbot Arms just down the road in Uplyme.

We are an eco-friendly business, with solar panels and an efficient wood pellet boiler. We make it easy for our guests to recycle. We use eco-friendly cleaning products, refillable soap dispensers and limit the use of tumble driers - without compromising the comfort of our guests. It is possible to leave your car and walk or cycle to the seafront and other local attractions.

Guest access
The Garden Studio has its own front door adjacent to its private parking area. It is situated in a building separate to the main house, connected by a covered walkway, forming part of a picturesque courtyard garden.

We live next door and leave The Studio unlocked and for you to arrive at your leisure. If you need anything, you just need to message us and we will do our best to help.

Other things to note
In terms of our pricing structure, we charge a nightly price (depending on the season) and a separate cleaning fee which helps to cover the cost of laundering towels and linen as well as cleaning the property between guests. This benefits guests who stay longer with a reduced price per night. It also enables us to offer one night visits from time to time (where we have a gap in the schedule, last minute or in low season).

We also offer 10% discount on 7 night bookings.

The Garden Studio is fully equipped to cater for yourselves. Guests bring their own food although we leave some ingredients for a perfect, country breakfast - fresh free range eggs, tea, coffee, milk etc

Although spacious, the Studio has low celings 6ft5 in height.

We have two apartments on site, each providing unique and well-appointed, self-catering accommodation for two people. For those trying to choose between The Garden Studio (‘Idyllic Garden Studio’) and Lofty Hayes (‘Romantic rural hideaway’ Lofty Hayes (sleeps 2), here are the differences between the two:

- Both properties have their own outdoor space and private access. Whilst The Garden Studio opens out onto our pretty courtyard garden, Lofty Hayes has triple aspect, far-reaching views, across the garden to the countryside beyond and towards the seaside town of Lyme Regis.

- Lofty Hayes is twice the size of The Garden Studio, with separate bedroom but with sloping ceilings.

- Regarding kitchen facilities, both have a hob, fridge, microwave, oven/grill, slow cooker and fridge with freezer compartment. Lofty Hayes has the added luxury of a dishwasher!

- Whilst Lofty Hayes has a separate shower room and freestanding bath in the bedroom, The Garden Studio has a bath and separate walk-in shower in the bathroom.