Seaside Crown

Set five minutes back from the beach, this Dorset duplex apartment is a winning combination of appealing location and domestic comfort. Hidden in a lane dating back to Saxon times, the home was once a popular pub, and retains this homely charm across its open plan living room, kitchen and dining area. While the comfy double bedroom is on the ground floor too along with the bathroom, there's also a single bedroom down the stairs, which still gets plenty of natural light. Besides the beach, there's lots to explore in Lyme Regis, including the popular film location of Cobb Harbour – and looking beyond, there's excellent access to England's UNESCO protected Jurassic Coast.

Home truths:
*One well-behaved dog is welcome to accompany you during your stay.
*For those with reduced mobility, there's a ground floor bedroom and bathroom here. The second bedroom is down a flight of stairs on the lower ground floor.
*Your host can provide a parking permit for one vehicle at the nearby Woodmead car park.
*This home is located on a quiet pedestrian road with no vehicular access. However, you may be able to park temporarily at the end of the road to load or unload.