Cottages in Axmouth

A holiday cottage in Axmouth has something for everyone. Steeped in history this tranquil and picturesque village is surrounded by unspoilt rolling countryside that is home to a variety of wildlife species and provides the opportunity for many varied and peaceful walking holidays in Devon and Dorset.

Dating back to the 7th Century, Axmouth was once a smuggling centre and important port. It is now a delightful country village, featuring fine examples of 18th & 19th Century farmhouses and cottages, and within easy access to the coast at Seaton.

Axmouth village is home to a lovely old church, two local inns and a Post Office/store. The Axe estuary is a haven for birds throughout the year and makes a dog friendly pleasant walk to the pretty Axe Harbour and Axe Cliff Golf Club. The beach at Seaton is just a little further and from the village you can access the South West Coastal path which leads through the Landslip or Undercliff.

There are a couple of great places to eat and drink in Axmouth, namely The Ship Inn and The Harbour Inn 

The Ship Inn

The Ship Inn, a creeper clad village inn, was built in 1880 after a fire on Christmas day destroyed the original that dated back to the tenth Century. Family run since 1966, The Ship offers quality home-cooked food, making as much use as possible of local fish & game, home grown fruit, salads & particularly herbs served in either of the two bars or the restaurant. One of only twenty-five pubs in the country to have featured in every edition of The Good Beer Guide, we are currently offering three real ales. Relax in the garden, where convalescing owls make unusual drinking companions and with spectacular views over the River Axe and surrounding countryside.

The Ship Inn, Church Street, Axmouth, EX12 4AF

Tel: 01297 21838

The Harbour Inn

Recently renovated with sophisticated, tasteful decor and comfortable furnishings. Homemade traditional English food all freshly prepared and cooked to order, served from the main menu but mostly regularly changing Specials. They have many fish dishes which are prepared from locally caught, very fresh, fish. The desserts are all homemade - so save room! Al fresco dining in the pretty garden is popular in the summer months.

The Harbour Inn, Church Street, Axmouth, Seaton EX12 4AF

Tel: 01297 20371