Leigh Cottages

Leigh Cottages are situated in the quiet secluded hamlet of Weston on East Devon's Jurassic Coast, just 3 miles from the Regency seaside resort of Sidmouth and 2 miles from the pretty village of Branscombe.

Weston and the surrounding land is all designated AONB (an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty) and much of the coastline is managed by the National Trust. The cottages are only 150 yards from a scenic NT valley, which drops steeply to the beach at Weston and the South West coastal paths. There are panoramic views from Weston Cliff to Portland and Chesil Beach to the east, and to Teignmouth, the South Hams and Brixham to the west.

Our 8 single storey 4 star cottages are all comfortably furnished and fully equipped for self-catering. All the cottages face south onto well-kept lawns and garden areas, with individual patios. Parking is adjacent to, or nearby, each cottage and there is a separate visitors' parking area. The Leighs is level and very private, with only one entrance and exit, and we have a permanent warden who lives on site.

The 4 newer cottages - Blackbird, Wren, Swallow and Dove - have been designed to give easy access for those with limited mobility. Each sleeps 4 - 5 guests in 2 bedrooms.

The 4 mews style cottages - Seagull, Puffin, Sandpiper and Avocet - have been completely refitted for 2008 with walk-in showers and under floor heating in the bathroom, contemporary kitchens with ceramic hobs, and flat screen televisions. They sleep between 2 - 3 guests.

We provide all bed linen and tea towels, although we do ask you to bring your own towels. Well-behaved and quiet dogs are very welcome, for which we make a small weekly charge.

Laundry facilities are available on site. We have a well-stocked and up to date information area with brochures, maps and tourist guides which you are welcome to borrow during your stay.

There are several excellent pubs within easy reach, at Sidmouth, Sidford, Branscombe and Beer, all serving top quality food, wine and local beers.

Local attractions include the Donkey Sanctuary, the Norman Lockyer Observatory, seasonal boat trips from Sidmouth, Beer Quarry Caves, Seaton Tramway, and the Undercliff Walk between Seaton and Lyme Regis.