About the Local Area

Take in the local scenery, relax and enjoy your break

Nestled in picturesque Kilmington and close to Lyme Regis, St.Reatham Cottage is our beautiful 100-year-old stone cottage.  With a contemporary modern interior, it retains some original features combined with modern luxury and convenience. The cottage is situated in the center of the village, with the fabulous New Inn Pub close by. The gardens have a tranquil and scenic outlook with fantastic countryside views. 

Kilmington is in a designated area of superb natural beauty and is a great location for anybody looking for a holiday in a great village with lots of close-at-hand amenities.  There are two superb pubs in the village, a local farm shop and convenience store all a short walk from the cottage.  Leave your car on the private driveway and explore the fantastic walks nearby. The East Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Blackdown Hills are right on your doorstep.  If you fancy a pamper, then the Spa at Cranberries Hideaway is only a mile away.

Axe Valley Park is a five-minute drive away and is a great day out for Kids and Adults alike.  The historic Seaton Electric Tramway is ten minutes away and is a fantastic day out for the entire family.  Take the Electric tram all the way from Colyton Station to the coast at Seaton. The stunning resort of Lyme Regis is only 7 miles away.

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Shopping

There are several shops nearby including the locally renowned Millers Farm Shop and a garage with Londis convenience store selling essentials & Newspapers on the A35.  Next door to this is a small Greggs / Subway shop. The wonderful market town of Axminster with its shops and the weekly market is two miles away, where you will also find the superstores, Co-op, Tesco, and Pets at Home. Several of the main shops will deliver groceries to the cottage.

Local Food and Drink

There is a wealth of amenities on your doorstep and a short drive away.

The New Inn Pub

Only 0.2 miles away.  Here the landlord Spike will take great care of you.
Address
The New Inn Pub
Kilmington
EX13 7SF
Tel: 01297 33376

The Old Inn

A traditional thatched roof pub, just 0.5 miles away.
Address
The Old Inn
Kilmington
EX13 7RB
Tel: 01297 32096

The Tuckers Arms

A wonderful old pub in the pretty Devon village of Dalwood, only 2.9 miles away.
Address
The Tuckers Arms
Dalwood
EX13 7EG
Tel: 01297 32096

River Cottage Kitchen and Store

An award-winning restaurant by Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall is only 5 miles away.
Address
River Cottage Kitchen and Store
Trinity Hill Road
Axminster
EX13 8TB
Tel:  01297 630300

Millers Farm Shop

A fantastic farm shop with everything you could possibly need for your stay if you’re eating in. Also has a great tea shop attached and some little boutique shops around it. It is just 0.5 miles away.
Address
Millers Farm Shop
Gammons Hill
Kilmington
Axminster
EX13 7RA
Tel: 01297 35290
Website: https://www.millersfarmshop.co.uk

Walks Around Kilmington

There are several beautiful walks in and around the village, you can download a brochure here.

The Blackdown Hills have stunning walks and lots of things for the whole family. 
Website: https://blackdownhillsaonb.org.uk

The East Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Website: https://www.eastdevonaonb.org.uk

Colyton with its stunning River walks and great pubs and restaurants.
Website: Colyton

Coastal Towns And Resorts Nearby