Definitely a good booking for a special romantic break, Sir George Baker Cabin sits in Uplyme on the Devon/Dorset border. A single-storey cedar-clad retreat made just for two. Set within private grounds with giant redwoods as your backdrop, it's an ideal romantic retreat and just minutes from the Jurassic Coast.
The woodland setting provides complete privacy and peace and you're in a great spot to explore both Devon and Dorset coastlines. Lyme Regis is a quick drive away with its famous Cobb Harbour and fossil-hunting beaches. The cabin sits amid some impressive trees including azaleas and rhododendrons. Wildlife thrives here and you've got footpaths leading through the adjacent pinetum.
Inside you'll find an open-plan living area with vaulted ceilings and bi-fold doors. The well-equipped kitchen includes an air fryer, microwave and dishwasher. One king-size bedroom features an en-suite shower room with rainfall shower. The decked terrace has bistro furniture perfect for al fresco dining.
Lyme Regis (short drive) offers fossil hunting and water sports. The Jurassic Coast provides spectacular cliff-top walks. Beer village showcases art galleries and fishing heritage. Seaton offers nostalgic tram rides along the River Axe estuary. Charmouth Heritage Coast Centre teaches geological history.
Perfect for couples wanting complete privacy next to giant Redwoods. Relax in your private hot tub under pergola after exploring the coast. Check availability today.
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19 reviews from guests who stayed at Sir George Baker Cabin
Extremely comfortable, clean & well appointed cabin. The surroundings along with the hot tub were very private. The owners, Justin & Lisa, were friendly and always on hand if you wanted any help & advise on where to go. We would definitely return.
Had a wonderful time, if you looking for a relaxing brake this is it. Beautiful walk into Lyme Regis which avoids parking issues. Everything about this place is well thought out, easy to use and well equiped. The hot tub was fantastic, lovely and private with brilliant view. Justin was very accomidating, helpful and easy to contact. Would recommend this place to every couple wanting a relaxing retreat. If we ever revisit this area we will be booking this cabin again.
Great location and facilities. The cabin is very well appointed and exceeded our expectations in every way.
This is a fabulous place to stay. Lisa and Justin could not be more helpful and the setting and facilities are just perfect for a break. We loved the attention to detail and the set up at George Baker.
This was our second holiday in the Sir George Baker Cabin and our week was just as good as our first visit. The location is ideal, calm and peaceful yet close to beautiful Lyme Regis. The cabin is spotlessly clean and very comfortable. We especially loved the Hot Tub and watching the birds and squirrels sharing the bird feeders from the patio
We had a fantastic stay at the property it was superb the owners are great people and can't do enough to help you they are great, the property was spotless and the birds and wildlife were lovely Would recommend this property to anyone it was superb thank you so much for a lovely stay. Fred &Shirley Spicer.
Friendly and helpful Hosts. Stunning views, great facilities. Would 100 recommend and definitely go back
Really nice place to stay everything you need is there owner very friendly and ... Really nice place to stay everything you need is there owner very friendly and helpful hot tub really good and well positioned great area for visiting places as
Well appointed accommodation and very clean and comfortable. Everything you would need included and attention to detail. Superb views from the cabin and the added attraction of the bird feeders ! Lovely river side walk into Lyme Regis. A lovely few days spent exploring the area. We can highly recommend the cabin and the helpful owners.
A relaxing laid back holiday in a beautiful location surrounded by wildlife, trees and great views. The George Baker cabin is very comfortable and cosy for two people and not overlooked. A nice big Hot Tub to relax in with a nice country view. Justin the owner is very friendly and willing to help you If need be. You could not ask for more. A short walk away Is the Talbot Inn for pub meals and the people there are also nice and friendly. You have nice wide parking for your car.
Beautiful cabin and spotlessly clean! Lovely view across the garden, fields and over to the village. We enjoyed watching the birds on the bird feeder and were lucky enough to see two dear in the nearby field. I would suggest bringing an extra layer if coming in cold weather as the one radiator in the bedroom didn't warm the main living area sufficiently. Would definitely return for a warmer weather break through!
A lovely spot for a getaway Near Lyme Regis within walking distance 50mins ... A lovely spot for a getaway Near Lyme Regis within walking distance 50mins We spent 3 nights walking and relaxing in the hot tub when we got home looking at the stars Perfect place for a quiet getaway Host was helpful with local Knowledge and the cabin was clean with attention to detail and design
Sir George Baker Cabin is perfect. The accommodation is well designed, very comfortable with thought given to every comfort. The hot tub is blissful. Hidden away on a country estate one can escape.
We had one of the most memorable vacation. The surrounding of the cabin was just divine. Our hosts paid so much attention to details, we were able to enjoy everything the cabin offered without any difficulty. We look forward to coming back
Absolute gem. Enjoyed every minute. Justin was a super host. The location was great for exploring the jurassic Coast. Had a lovely meal at the Talbot Arms and meeting the local cat. Enjoyed using the hottub and seeing the birds feeding in the garden. Saw a nuthatch fir the first time. Would highly recommend for a couples quiet get away.
We enjoyed an excellent week. The property was extremely clean and well equipped. Justin the owner was friendly and welcoming and had already answered a question we had prior to arrival, promptly. We were seeking a bit of quiet relaxation and could not have chosen better holiday accommodation. The hot tub was fantastic and provided great views while soaking. The decor was beautiful and added to the air of calm. A long private driveway set us back on a private estate but we were still close enough for a good walk following the stream into Lyme Regis and all it has to offer. We have over 30 years self catering experience and have never stayed in better and will definitely return. Thank you Justin
Wonderful cabin in an idyllic location and perfect for our short getaway. No complaints whatsoever and thanks to the amazing owners who made us feel welcome.
What a magical place! Beautiful accommodation and if you are a nature lovely the deer visiting the garden and the bird variety was fabulous. Hot tub gorgeous and private. We only live an hour away and so glad we do because we will definitely be going back next year. Host was there as we arrived and was very welcoming and informative. Highly recommend.
We were looking for peace and relaxation and that's exactly what we got at the Sir George Bakers lodge. Attention to detail was superb the views from the veranda were stunning with an abundance of wildlife and we were entertained by the birds visiting the feeders daily. The hot tub was fantastic and kept in top condition by the owners. The owners were great hosts, they were available if needed and respected our privacy. Thank you to Justin and his family. We will definately be visiting again.
The best-known attractions within an easy drive of Sir George Baker Cabin, with real driving times.
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Ride, drive and operate real diggers, dumpers and other full-size construction machinery at this family-friendly Devon park.
Diggerland is a theme park where children and adults can ride, drive and operate real diggers, dumpers and other full-size construction machinery. The Devon park is in Cullompton, and the whole line-up runs to around 20 rides and drives.
Tip: Check the ride height chart on the Diggerland website before you go, so you know which rides each child can enjoy.
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Stand on the site of Mary Anning's home and shop, looking out over Lyme Bay and the Jurassic Coast.
Lyme Regis Museum overlooks Lyme Bay and the Jurassic Coast, and it is built on the site of the former home and fossil shop of Mary Anning. Three galleries tell the story of the town across 200 million years, using objects, audio and touchscreens, with plenty of interactive and touch exhibits.
Tip: If you're visiting with children, ask for the Museum Trail at Reception, which comes with the admission ticket.
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A 65-acre rescue centre near Wool, home to the largest group of chimpanzees outside Africa.
Monkey World is an ape and monkey rescue centre set in 65 acres near Wool in Dorset. It was founded in 1987 and takes in primates rescued from the illegal pet trade, laboratories and abuse, rehabilitating them into natural living groups.
Tip: Book online in advance, as tickets are cheaper than at the gate.
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A former Cistercian monastery with a historic house and thirty acres of award-winning gardens on the Somerset border.
Forde Abbey is a former Cistercian monastery, now a family home, with nearly 900 years of history. Inside, you can see surviving monastic parts such as the cloisters, the monks' dormitory and the old chapter house, alongside State Rooms with ornate plaster ceilings and four-poster beds. The house is also known for its Mortlake tapestries, woven from the famous Raphael cartoons.
Tip: Dogs are welcome in the gardens on a short lead, and the nursery and gift shop can be visited without an admission ticket.
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Britain's largest chalk hill figure, a 180ft ancient giant carved into a Dorset hillside above Cerne Abbas.
The Cerne Abbas Giant is an ancient figure cut into the chalk hillside above the village of Cerne Abbas. At 180ft tall, it is Britain's largest chalk hill figure and perhaps the best known.
Tip: The viewing area in the car park gives the best view; the A352 lay-by is free but offers only a limited view. Keep dogs on leads, and expect mud on the steep slope after rain.
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A historic working watermill by the River Otter with an award-winning café, bakery, farm shop and gallery.
Otterton Mill is a working watermill beside the River Otter, near Budleigh Salterton. A mill has stood here since the Domesday Book, and the old workings are free to look round, with a self-guided tour and the water wheel kept turning. Flour is still milled using traditional methods.
Tip: Well-behaved dogs on leads can sit outside or downstairs in the café, but only assistance dogs are allowed in the farm shop, gallery and upstairs café.
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A Grade I listed Elizabethan mansion with Ham Hill stone walls, clipped yew gardens and parkland walks up to a hilltop tower.
Montacute House is a late Elizabethan mansion in South Somerset, completed around 1601 and built of golden local Ham Hill stone. Inside you can explore the ground floor, which is home to the rare Tournai Tapestry, and the Long Gallery is the longest in England and displays portraits as an outpost of the National Portrait Gallery.
Tip: Parking is free, and timed entry tickets are used on busier days, so check before you set off. The Ladies' Walk is a 45-minute climb with lovely views over the village.
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A near-thousand-year-old Gothic cathedral with the longest uninterrupted medieval stone vaulted ceiling in the world.
Exeter Cathedral has stood at the heart of Devon for nearly a thousand years. Its Norman towers and Decorated Gothic interior are topped by the longest uninterrupted medieval stone vaulted ceiling in the world. Inside you can see the 15th-century Astronomical Clock and an early set of misericords, and guided floor tours and audio guides help bring the building to life.
Tip: Head for the Treasures Exhibition tour or a guided floor tour, both included in standard admission, though floor tours are subject to availability.
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Drive times are typical times by car with no traffic. Check opening times and book tickets on each attraction's own website before you go.
