6 Bed in Branscombe (oc-jbetco)

A welcoming family home awaits you at Eastcotte, excellently situated a short walk from the heart of the historic and beautiful village of Branscombe – nestled in the countryside and with views of the sea.


Renowned as one the most sought-after locations on the south coast, a welcoming family home awaits. Excellently situated on the brow of the hill with fine far reaching views to the sea and the village and valley of Branscombe, there is a 5 minute walk to the beach and the Sea Shanty restaurant which serves breakfast and lunch, and a small shop with basic provisions. Another short walk into the village takes you to the Mason’s Arms, a renowned gastro pub, and further walks through the valley to the heart of the historic and beautiful village of Branscombe, with its old forge, bakery and refurbished public tennis court.


There is a one hour walk across the cliffs east along the Jurassic cost toward the picturesque village of Beer with its art shops and the Anchor Inn where you can sit out on the clifftop overlooking the bay. 250 years ago, a large section of the cliff fell into the sea creating a magnificent area called the “Underhooken”. A footpath weaves its way through the Underhooken between exposed pillars seaward and cliffs to the north containing caves that the adventurous can climb up to. To the west of the Sea Shanty the coast path rises steeply giving the most magnificent views of the beach beyond. A couple of miles to the west you can fork right to descend to the second pub in Branscombe village, The Fountain Head, which serves good food real ale.


Eastcotte provides guests with space to find your own private nook to enjoy the quiet with a book or to dine together in the elegant dining room. The gardens look onto the sea at the front and onto the valley from the croquet lawn. Eastcotte will offer all you need to enjoy time together with family and friends.


Ground Floor:


Living room: Large south and west-facing room with stunning views towards the sea and across the valley and village of Branscombe. An eccentric and eclectic mix of antique and mid-century furniture, modular low retro designer sofas, recently reupholstered, smart TV, woodburning stove, and side tables


Dining Room: Spacious and light with table sitting 12+. Views across the front garden to the sea beyond. Bookcases on either side of the fireplace contain some of the original family library and some family sculptures.


Breakfast Room: Linked to the kitchen with a table for 6-8 people. Original set of butler bells which can be operated from the various rooms in the house.


Kitchen: Cosy kitchen with seating for 4, leading to the Conservatory. Fully equipped with hob, oven, dishwasher and microwave.


Conservatory: Breakfast table for 4 people and comfortable seating area. Mid-century wrought iron garden furniture including a tea trolley


Utility Room: Washing machine, butler’s sink, pulley operated kitchen maid clothes airer, iron, and ironing board.


Rear porch: Large addition to the kitchen with Fridge/freezer and storage for food/wine.


First Floor:


Blue Room (bedroom 1): Large principal bedroom with double bed, dressing and writing table. Views to the front garden and down to the sea, side aspect window with views across the valley towards the village and church. En-suite Bathroom with bath, basin, WC.


Brown Room (bedroom 2): Large double bedroom with views to the garden and to the sea beyond. Super king-size bed, desk and large Wardrobe. Sink with mirror and shaver socket.


Robert's Room (bedroom 3): Double bedroom, with double bed and feature fireplace (decorative only). Stunning views to the village which catch the early morning sun rise.


Bathroom: Family bathroom with walk-in shower, sink, bidet and WC, and view to the Spinney.


Separate WC: Conveniently situated on the half landing with a WC and basin.


Second Floor:


Percy's Study (bedroom 4): A cosy attic double bedroom with doubke bed and view to the hill and trees beyond.


Hatfield Room (bedroom 5): Bright large double bedroom with feature period fireplace (decorative only). Super king-size bed, dressing table and tallboy cabinet. The best view in the house of the sea and Branscombe Beach.


Emma’s Room (bedroom 6): Cosy double bedroom with feature period fireplace (decorative only). Double Bed and tallboy cabinet. View towards the Spinney.


Bathroom: Bath, WC and basin.


Basement: Down a set of stairs under the main stairs is a small games room with a table tennis table - fun for a family and friends.


Outside: The garden occupies 1.4 acres. Copious wildflowers in the spring. The back garden features on the west side a croquet lawn, with an amazing view of the church and Branscombe village. To the north, is a walled orchard. To the East on the raised ground is the Spinney. The south-facing front garden and west facing side garden have sloping lawns and planting. A paved area to the west of the conservatory with tables and chair to seat 12 and sun umbrellas. Frequently it is warm enough to dine outside but if it is too cold and wet, tables and chairs can me moved into the conservatory. There is a gas BBQ provided during the summer months.


Parking: There is parking for numerous cars along the front drive - there is a tight corner if parking to the rear of the house where caution must be taken to avoid scraping the car on the side of the house. At the house a map will be available indicating where further free parking is available close to the house, or alternatively, there is pay to park down by the sea at the Sea Shanty Car Park.


Heating: Oil central heating.


Wifi: Included.


Bed linen and towels: provided (please bring your own beach towels).


Travel Cot & highchair available


Pets: Up to 3 well behaved dogs welcome. Note - you will need to pay an additional pet fee and you must not leave dogs unattended in the property.


No smoking at this property.

House Rules

Additional information and rules

1 dog allowed per booking


- 6 double bedrooms

- 3 bathrooms – 1 en-suite bathroom with bath and WC, 1 shower room with bidet and WC, 1 bathroom with bath and WC, plus 1 separate WC on the half landing

- Hob, oven, dishwasher, microwave

- Utility room with washing machine

- Rear porch with fridge/freezer

- Travel Cot and highchair available

- Wood burner

- Smart TV

- 1.4 acres of garden, with patio, lawn area, croquet lawn, outdoor furniture, sun umbrellas, and gas BBQ which is available during the summer months

- Private parking for numerous cars, plus additional free parking close to the house, or pay and display at Sea Shanty Car Park (less than 200 metres)

- Pub and beach 0.5 miles

- Shop 3 miles

- Low, sloping ceilings on the second floor

- Please be mindful of the tight corner on the driveway

- Please bring your own beach towels

- Do not leave dogs unattended in the property


Additional information and rules

1 dog allowed per booking


- 6 double bedrooms

- 3 bathrooms – 1 en-suite bathroom with bath and WC, 1 shower room with bidet and WC, 1 bathroom with bath and WC, plus 1 separate WC on the half landing

- Hob, oven, dishwasher, microwave

- Utility room with washing machine

- Rear porch with fridge/freezer

- Travel Cot and highchair available

- Wood burner

- Smart TV

- 1.4 acres of garden, with patio, lawn area, croquet lawn, outdoor furniture, sun umbrellas, and gas BBQ which is available during the summer months

- Private parking for numerous cars, plus additional free parking close to the house, or pay and display at Sea Shanty Car Park (less than 200 metres)

- Pub and beach 0.5 miles

- Shop 3 miles

- Low, sloping ceilings on the second floor

- Please be mindful of the tight corner on the driveway

- Please bring your own beach towels

- Do not leave dogs unattended in the property



Host Terms & Conditions

The Travel Chapter Limited, trading as “holidaycottages·co·uk”, acts as agent for the property owner. Therefore, when you make a booking the contract is between you and the owner. Please note our terms and conditions will also apply when you make a booking. These can be found in the footer of our website, holidaycottages·co·uk.

Full travel and key collection instructions will be emailed directly to you upon receipt of full payment.