The Farmhouse at Higher Westwater

Axminster, Axminster
$459 avg/night Minimum Stay 1 Nights
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 3

Bath

Home Cottage

Property Type

Sleep 6

Max Sleeps

Night 1 nights

Min Stay

Discover the delights of East Devon during your stay at this lovely Grade II listed thatched cottage.. 1 step to entrance.

Ground Floor:

Living room: Freeview TV, DVD Player, CD Player, Woodburner

Kitchen/dining room: Electric Range, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher

Utility Room: Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer

Separate Toilet.

First Floor:

Bedroom 1: Super Kingsize (6ft) Bed, Freeview TV Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet

Bedroom 2: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, Freeview TV Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet

Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds, Freeview TV

Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet. Electric central heating (underfloor on ground floor and bathrooms), electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial fuel for wood burner included, remainder available locally. Travel cot, highchair and stairgate available on request. Welcome pack and doggy extras. Enclosed garden with garden furniture and BBQ. 1 dog welcome, to be kept on a lead at all times. Electric car charging point. Private parking. No smoking Please note: The property has a natural water supply from a borehole.. Tucked away down a very quiet country lane is this 16th-century Grade II listed thatched cottage. The property is one of a pair and has been completely renovated, offering some original features including inglenook fireplace, beams, historic bread oven and also very contemporary touches for today’s lifestyle.

The property is decorated and furnished to a very high standard, situated next door to the owner, but offering a very private setting. At the bottom of the lane is a small river with a ford across to the fields, and there is no through traffic. It lies close to Axminster, an unspoilt Devon market town situated on the River Axe, surrounded by stunning countryside and filled with charm and character. This attractive market town lies in the beautiful Axe Valley, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, boasting quaint villages and unspoilt countryside. Famous for its carpets, the original Axminster factory was opened in 1755 by Thomas Whitty and authentic British ’Axminsters’ are still made in the town by Axminster Carpets. Situated a few miles inland from the Jurassic Coast, guests can visit towns such as Beer, Branscombe, Sidmouth and Seaton with its famous tramway.



Tucked in the south east corner of Devon, Axminster is an ideal touring centre for the neighbouring counties of Somerset and Dorset, with Lyme Regis and Charmouth just 6 miles away.



Celebrity chef and TV presenter Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall has his very first River Cottage Canteen and Deli (an organic produce shop/market and canteen) here, and his River Cottage HQ is nearby in the Axe valley. There are many places to visit close by including many NT properties. This is an ideal spot for walking with a footpath close to the property. The Yarty Valley is a very peaceful area and ideal for bird watching, cycling the country lanes or just relaxing on the patio enjoying views of the river. Shop and pub/restaurant 2 miles (1 mile via footpath).

Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.

Free WiFi



There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.

There are steps within the property.

The water is from a spring, well or borehole, and not a mains supply.

Only dogs allowed at the property.

There is open water in the property grounds.

There are low ceilings, doors and/or beams within the property.

Suitable for up to 1 pet

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  • School District Rates & Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    Pet Friendly
  • SAFETY

    Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit No Carbon Monoxide Detector (host Has Indicated There Is No Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property; Consider Bringing A Portable Detector) Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • KITCHEN

    Dishwasher
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine
  • PARKING

    Electric Car Charging Station On Site Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Garden
  • BATHROOMS

    3 Bathrooms Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Highchair
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location On The River
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. Smoke-free Property Tile Flooring In Public Areas

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 6

Map Map

School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Andrew Stewart

    Submitted Nov 5, 2025

    Stayed Oct 22, 2025

    A very pretty, spacious and comfortable cottage. Very well equipped and in an idyllic location next to the river and open fields. The owners were very helpful and discreet during our stay.

  • Lisa Miles

    Submitted Aug 2, 2025

    Stayed Jul 19, 2025

    Wonderful cottage with everything you'd ever need - so well equipped, clean and comfortable. The perfect place for a beautiful stay in the Devon countryside.

  • Sally D.

    Submitted Nov 15, 2023

    Stayed Nov 10, 2023

    We had a 4 night stay in this gorgeous property. From the moment we walked through the door we fell in love with the place. It felt very homely, comfortable and beautifully presented. The upstairs was lovely and spacious. An amazing kitchen/dining room with everything we needed and more. We were greeted with an array treats and essentials, which was such a lovely suprise and very well received by all of us. We couldnt have found a better place to stay.

  • Johanna

    Submitted Dec 30, 2020

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    We could not have wished for a more beautiful place to stay! This cottage is a real gem and be rest assured, you will not be disappointed if you choose to stay here. The location is rural with fantastic dog walks on your doorstep. The cottage itself is stunning, well appointed, and equipped with everything you could need for a break away. We stayed over Xmas and Sue and John had left a lovely welcome package of fresh bread, milk, mince pies, prosecco and even crackers and a festive table cloth. The beds are superbly comfortable and delightful in style. The kitchen is a dream and the lounge has a gorgeous log burner that kept us cosy all week. The cottage only has freeview TV if you’re expecting more (we didn’t mind at all) and the WiFi isn’t great, which was actually a relief in the end! John replenished the log bag as we needed and at a fair cost. Fresh eggs were provided at £1 per dozen as we needed them and for any other shopping needs, Millers Farm Shop is minutes away and highly recommended. Axminster town centre is only a few miles away with a decent size Tesco and other shopping too. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will definitely be returning.. possibly in Summer to take advantage of the fishing! :) Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo

  • Lee

    Submitted Nov 12, 2020

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    Fantastic property which has been refurbished to a high standard. Not far from Axminster but in a very peaceful location, great for country walks. Very spacious and well equipped, the kitchen / diner area and outside space are great. We loved staying here and will be back! Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo

  • perkins

    Submitted Oct 17, 2020

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    A much needed, very relaxing break in a comfortable warm, spacious, beautiful cottage. Amazining seanery,lovely walks. Suitable for all ages. Easey access to the coast. Excellent parking. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo

  • J

    Submitted Oct 11, 2020

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    Well equipped cottage, lovely modern bathrooms and well equipped kitchen. Ours was a winter visit so the log burner was a nice cosie option if needed. Hosts Supplied a generous welcome pack including home made cake. Lovely walks in the area. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo

  • Sandra

    Submitted Sep 15, 2020

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    Wonderful secluded thatched cottage. Excellent presentation throughout and everything you could possibly need thought of. Bed huge and so comfortable. All rooms very spacious. Generous welcome pack of wine,milk, biscuits, home made scones, jam and cream.Tea and coffee. Idyllic setting with beautiful views. A relaxing and beautifully renovated cottage. Had a wonderful weeks holiday. Five star property Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo

  • Naomi

    Submitted Aug 21, 2020

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    Wonderful, relaxing country retreat where the owners have thought of everything to make our stay easy and comfortable. This is a beautiful old house, sympathetically renovated so you get the best of both worlds. And a touch of luxury with a cook’s kitchen, comfy big beds and sumptuous bathrooms. The TV is smaller and more basic in quality than we’re used to, but that didn’t matter. We enjoyed a glass of rose in the garden looking out on the chickens and countryside beyond. Fantastic night skies for star gazing with our telescope. We even saw Jupiter, Saturn and the Milky Way. Highlights are stunning dog walks by the river and walking to Miller’s farm shop. Fish and Chips at Beer and Eype. A game of ping pong or two; great for our young teenager. Thank you for looking after us and to Molly the Colly for keeping us company. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo

  • Anna

    Submitted Aug 11, 2020

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    Gorgeous, cosy thatched cottage with beautiful surroundings and plenty of walks right from the doorstep. We loved returning here after a day spent exploring. Comfortable, clean and charming. We loved watching the chickens and cows from the garden and had many table tennis games in the cider barn. Lovely homemade goods to welcome us too - wonderful memories made. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo

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