Title: Idyllic romantic country retreat on the borders of East Devon & South Somerset - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Idyllic romantic country retreat on the borders of East Devon & South Somerset Vacation home in Chard with kitchenette and balcony ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104300000/104299000/104298991/6e993357.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104300000/104299000/104298991/55422b53.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104300000/104299000/104298991/ad1b96d8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104300000/104299000/104298991/0ff2bde6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104300000/104299000/104298991/a7a9b4eb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to The Orchard, a secluded retreat nestled in South Somerset's idyllic countryside. Unwind with the peaceful ambiance and panoramic views from the mezzanine bedroom or private terrace overlooking a lavender-planted seating area. ### Entire home 1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 2800 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Outdoor space - Kitchen - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Idyllic romantic country retreat on the borders of East Devon & South Somerset The Orchard was created from an old byre in 2023 and is light and airy with the most wonderful panoramic views which can be enjoyed both from the ground floor living and the mezzanine bedroom area through the east facing full height glass wall. The property benefits from a fully equipped mini kitchen, Nespresso Vertuo coffee maker and has a walk in dressing area and two bathrooms (one with bathtub ensuite to the bedroom area and a shower/WC on the ground floor). It is very private with its own terrace overlooking a lavender planted private seating area. The bedroom and dressing area have some slight height restrictions. The Orchard is set in a rural and idyllic location in South Somerset just 20 minutes from Lyme Regis and the Jurassic Coast’s stunning beaches such as Beer, Branscombe and Sidmouth; Perfect for a relaxing, quiet, romantic break, it is between two working farms on the open west slope looking East towards the River Axe valley and beyond to the Dorset AONB. It is a place of quiet blissful peace, at times, enriched by the sight of cows, sheep and lambs grazing nearby; Discover country pubs with beer on tap in untouched Devon and Somerset villages and food destinations such as Tytherleigh Arms which is within walking distance or River Cottage which is a short drive away. Take walks straight from your front door or on the many beaches or along the South West Coastal Path. Explore the picturesque lanes of Lyme Regis to find the Strawberry Tree Cafe or Town Mill Bakery for brunch/lunch or dinner or revel in the magnificence of Exeter cathedral which is within easy reach by car. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Kitchenette - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Microwave - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Books - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Firepit - Outdoor furniture ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 1 accessible parking space - 3 steps to reach entrance - Gravel flooring in public areas - Handrails in stairways (35 inches high) - Hardwood flooring in public areas - Tile flooring in public areas - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Visual alarms in hallways - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Things to do - Bicycle parking ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - 100% renewable energy - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Bicycle parking - Composting - Comprehensive food waste policy - Comprehensive recycling policy - Double-glazed windows - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Eco-friendly toiletries - Energy-saving switches in guestrooms - Property does not allow children - Reusable coffee/tea filters - Unit size: 800 square feet - Water-efficient showers - Water-efficient toilets ## Similar properties ![Cookware/dishes/utensils](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104340000/104337800/104337735/59b11198.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 2 bedroom accommodation in Chard Junction Chard Junction - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Outdoor space - Parking available 8.0 Very good 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-11&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=104337735&PinnedHotelID=104337735&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Minimum check-in age: 25 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds This property does not allow children ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ## About the area Located in Chard, this vacation home is in a rural area. Chard Museum and The Warehouse Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Cricket St Thomas Golf Course and Castlewood Vineyard. Lyme Regis Marine Aquarium and Seaton Tramway are also worth visiting. [Visit our Chard travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Chard.dx6048091) [View more Vacation homes in Chard](https://www.expedia.ca/Chard-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6048091-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=50.83216,-2.957229&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:a%60huHtq%60Q%3FY%3FW%3FW%3FY%40W%40Y%40W%40W%40W%40YBW%40WBWBWBWBWBWBWDWDWBUDWDUDWFUDUDUFUFUDUHUFSFUFSHSFSHSHSHSFSJQHQHSHQJOJQHQJOJOJOJOJOJOLMJMLMJMLMJKLMLKLKLILKLILILINILILGLGNGNGLENGLENELCNENCNCLCNCNANANALAN%3FNAN%3FN%3FN%40N%3FL%40N%40N%40N%40NBLBNBNBLDNBNDLDNFNDLFLFNFLFLHLHNHLHLHLJLJLHLLLJJJLLJLLLJLJNLLJNJNJNJNJNHPJPHPJPHPHPHPHRHRHRFRHRHRFRFTFRFTFTFTDTFTDTFTDVDTDVBTDVDVBVBVBVBVBVBV%40V%40VBX%40V%40V%40V%40X%40V%3FX%3FV%3FV%3FX%3FV%3FX%3FV%3FXAVAVAXAVAVCVAXAVCVCVCVCVCVCVEVETCVETEVETGVETGTETGTGTGRGTGRGTIRIRGRIRIRIPIRIPIPKPIPKPINKPKNKNKNKNMLKNKLMLKLMJKLMJMJMJMJMJMHMHOHMHMFMHOFMFMDOFODMDODODMDOBOBMBO%40OBO%40O%40M%40O%3FO%3FO%40OAO%3FO%3FMAOAOAOCOAMCOCOCOEMEOEMEOEMEOGOGMGMIMGOIMIMIMIMKMKMKMKMKKMMKKMMMKMMOKMKOKOKOKOKQIOKQKQIQIQIQKSGQISISISGSISGSGUGUISEUGUGUEUEUGWEUEUEWCWEUEWCWCWCWCWCWCWAWCYAWAWAWAYAWAW%3FY%3FW%3FY%3FW&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=jurGFiAGfHPx_AShsml1hAhAN-Y=) CHARD ### What's nearby - Snowdon Park - 7 min drive - 6.2 km - Chard Museum - 7 min drive - 6.2 km - Charmouth Heritage Coast Centre - 18 min drive - 18.3 km - Lyme Regis Beach - 18 min drive - 16.6 km - Monmouth Beach - 19 min drive - 16.9 km ### Getting around - Axminster Station - 15 min drive - Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 54 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪The Cerdic (Wetherspoon) - ‬7 min drive - ‪Chard’s Fish & Chips - ‬7 min drive - ‪Costa Coffee - ‬7 min drive - ‪The George - ‬8 min drive - ‪The Lamb Inn - ‬8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Idyllic romantic country retreat on the borders of East Devon & South Somerset pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Idyllic romantic country retreat on the borders of East Devon & South Somerset? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Idyllic romantic country retreat on the borders of East Devon & South Somerset? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Idyllic romantic country retreat on the borders of East Devon & South Somerset located? > Situated in a rural location, this vacation home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Snowdon Park, Chard Museum, and Chard Community Hospital. Cricket St Thomas Golf Course and East Devon are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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