Britannia Cottage in Axminster

This stunning stone-fronted semi-detached cottage is located in the market town of Axminster on the border of Devon. Overlooking the River Axe, this village is perfect for a tranquil trip with the family surrounded by woodlands and wonderful walking routes.

Summary
  •   Max. Occupancy 4
  •   Bedrooms 2
  •   Bathrooms 2
  •   Accommodation Type Cottage
Features
  •   Open fire

Once owned by the British Aerospace director, Sir George Stanley White, this cottage is named after the aircraft ‘Britannia’, giving it a historic and quirky sentiment, and something to tell your friends about. The property has two bedrooms, including one double room with an authentic stone feature wall, and one twin, perfect for the kids. The sitting room features traditional wooden beams accompanied by stone walls and beautiful wooden furnishings, it’s an extremely elegant room perfect for the family to gather and play board games at the end of a busy day exploring the delights that Devon has to offer. The kitchen/dining area gives off a romantic aura, with a stone wall, rustic wooden seating, and a bright yellow lantern, it feels like you’re sat in a quaint café in Paris, or bring the family together and cook a home-cooked meal to end your day in a relaxing setting before heading to the outside area to watch the stars come out after the eight acres of land on the property. Explore the private land outside your very own cottage, with acres of gardens and nature to spot, there’s more than enough activity without even leaving the property. In the summer months, you can enjoy relaxing in your own patio outside with your family or loved ones. Further afield there’s lots to explore, such as the Blackdown Hills and the Chard Museum, your trip will be both revealing and relaxing, the perfect combination of history and indulgence. Britannia Cottage is great for a small family or a group of friends who want to spend quality time together relaxing and exploring the lands of Devon and beyond.

Axminster is a market town, offering beautiful countrysides and peaceful scenic walking routes. Known to be one of Devon's prettiest smaller towns, it has a lot to offer both in the town itself and through its easy routes to surrounding areas such as the East Devon Jurassic Coast. With independent shops and plenty of market stalls each week, you're sure to find the perfect souvenir to bring home to the family whilst you reminisce of the mouthwatering scones you enjoyed on your travels.

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7-Day Forecast

Make the most of your holiday by considering the weather! The 7-day weather forecast for Axminster is detailed below.

Thu 21st
Rain and snow
Rain and snow
2°C -2°C
18mph
16.0mm
999mb
Fri 22nd
Sky is clear
Sky is clear
3°C -2°C
12mph
0.0mm
1,011mb
Sat 23rd
Moderate rain
Moderate rain
13°C 2°C
32mph
18.7mm
1,002mb
Sun 24th
Moderate rain
Moderate rain
14°C 10°C
35mph
13.5mm
995mb
Mon 25th
Light rain
Light rain
9°C 7°C
25mph
1.3mm
1,006mb
Tue 26th
Light rain
Light rain
13°C 7°C
26mph
5.9mm
1,009mb
Wed 27th
Light rain
Light rain
12°C 6°C
18mph
0.6mm
1,017mb

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