Smugglers Cottage is down a wonderful long farm driveway and has panoramic valley views - just a couple of miles from Branscombe's gorgeous Jurassic beach.
There is a stunning terrace for al fresco meals and simply relaxing in beautiful surroundings.
The first floor sitting-room makes the most of the fantastic valley views from the balcony.
The dining/kitchen area also has comfortable seating if you prefer to be downstairs.
The beach is so unspoilt, there is a beachside car park and a seasonal cafe/shop, and of course the South West Coast Path to challenge you.
Smugglers Cottage is at the head of a beautiful valley above the coastal village of Branscombe. There is a fully enclosed parking and garden-area behind the cottage.
The working part of the kitchen is just around the corner on the other side of the door to the terrace.
The cosy first floor sitting-room has two comfortable sofas and wonderful views.
This is a special place to relax whatever the time of year, watching the seasons and the weather.
This is a wonderful social dining space for guests to enjoy after a day out exploring the Jurassic Coast.
The owner's farmhouse is in the background but you have all the privacy you need and your terrace faces across the valley so is not overlooked at all.
The little working kitchen-area has all that you need for your stay. For extra workspace you have the lovely farmhouse kitchen table.
The views from this room stretch all the way down the valley in the direction of the village. It is a lovely walk as the little lane is so quiet.
Looking back towards the door to the terrace. This is your main entrance though there is another door to the cottage on the other side if ever needed.
This is the master bedroom on the first floor. It looks out over some of the original farmstead buildings.
This bedroom has plenty of space for your things.
This bathroom is also on the first floor, right next to the main bedroom.
This is the ground floor bedroom with its double sleigh bed.
The cottage is beautifully furnished and feels very tranquil and elegant.
The ground floor bedroom has this en suite bathroom with separate shower cubicle.
Please note the steps from this bedroom up into the en suite bathroom.
What a peaceful place to sit and relax. With the pond in front of you (please take care with children) and the valley stretching away down the hill.
The terrace has spectacular views and is the perfect place to get into holiday mood.
The long farm driveway leads to...
...beautiful Smugglers Cottage.
The award-winning Sea Shanty Beach cafe at Branscombe beach serves delicious locally-caught seafood.
Millers Farm shop on the A35 just outside of Axminster has an array of local produce and delicious holiday treats.
This is Jacob's Ladder at Sidmouth. There is a long sandy beach here at low tide.
This little tram runs between the historc village of Colyton and the Jurassic coast at Seaton, following the Axe estuary through two nature reserves.
Nearby Branscombe's shingle beach.
River Cottage HQ is a short drive from Smugglers Cottage, great venue for a celebratory meal or to polish your cooking skills.
The award-winning Masons Arms is one of two pubs in the long village of Branscombe.
Smugglers Cottage
3218Branscombe | Sleeps 4 + cot
7 Nights from £567
Mrs Edden October 2026
It is always scary booking online something you only get to see on a photograph, but Smugglers Cottage did not disappoint. It is in the most beautiful setting and the accommodation was so comfortable and supplied everything we needed. We had a fabulous time and would definitely go back again. Bless you Ross and Theresa. ...
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Mr Douse February 2026
I would recommend a stay at Smuggler's Cottage as a relaxing and conveniently placed holiday retreat
Mr Hall December 2025
Such a lovely, homely cottage in an idyllic, peaceful location. Had a great few days staying there and would definitely book it again. It was lovely to arrive to a warm, welcoming cottage, with Christmas decorations twinkling away. The bottle of local gin, cakes and milk were very much appreciated too It was very comfortable overall and excellently equipped. The owners and housekeeper were very friendly and helpful. The village of Branscombe and the beach are delightful and there are plenty of lovely walks. Beer, also well worth a visit, is not far away. A little further afield is Lyme Regis, Sidmouth amd the Donkey Sanctuary (free to visit and very well organised), so there is plenty to keep you occupied....
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Mrs Wilkins September 2026
Delightful cottage, cosy and well equipped with generous welcome package. The local pub offered excellent food and service and the beach café was perfect after a walk along the coastal footpath. Devon at its best! To be recommended ??
Mrs Hawes October 2026
We liked Smugglers Cottage for its peace and tranquility despite being on a working farm. We met the owner Ross who was friendly and approachable. We had a nice welcome pack on arrival including wine, milk and biscuits. It was cosy and being able to have the heating on was good as it was October when we stayed there and the weather had started to become chilly. It was nice having the lounge upstairs as well with the main bedroom on the same floor. It was a good place to base ourselves for exploring nearby places of Seaton, Sidmouth and Lyme Regis although you could walk from the door to Branscombe Village, Beach and other walks nearby without needing the car. Great if you have a dog which we do. We would recommend. ...
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