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Reviews of Charnwood Guest House

21 Woodmead Rd, Lyme Regis, DT7 3AD, United Kingdom

#2 of 13 B&Bs and Inns in Lyme Regis

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 315 hotel reviews

9.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.8

  • Comfort

    9.7

  • Location

    9.5

  • Facilities

    9.4

  • Staff

    9.9

  • Value for money

    9.5

  • Free WiFi

    10.0

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  • Reviewed: 23 August 2025

    10
    Great place to stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There is nothing bad to say about this place.

    Very clean and quiet room. Lovely friendly hosts, knowledgeable about the area and gave excellent recommendations. Will stay here again. Walking distance from town (bit hilly but manageable)

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 August 2025

    9.0
    Lovely simple but well appointed guesthouse, reasonably priced
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Felt sl bamboozled into choosing full English breakfast on the first day before I was ready and hadn’t assessed the other options available. Perhaps a little more explanation on the first morning

    On site parking, at a premium in Lyme Regis though a tight squeeze Very friendly hosts Nice walk to town without too many hills Guest fridge

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 16 August 2025

    9.0
    peaceful bliss, a great getaway spot.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    the location was in great distance from the town and beach as well as being a beautiful walk along the river side as well. it was peaceful and relaxing during the night, no disturbances or anything of the sort. lovely. the hosts were both very kind and welcoming, though we didn't see them all that much they were very genuine sweet people! would recommend to others in future!!!

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 15 August 2025

    9.0
    Phil and Ruth are wonderful hosts and very welcoming.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    We would have liked more space to hang our clothes as we had packed to cover all weathers.

    The cooked breakfast was really good and cooked perfectly. The location was was just right for us - a short walk by a stream onto the seafront avoided the hills! We also had a glimpse of the sea from our room.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 31 July 2025

    10
    Comfortable, pleasant, in 7 minutes at the beach, nice breakfast and car parking behind the house
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 29 July 2025

    10
    Lovely stay in Lyme Regis
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    nothing

    Very clean, friendly and helpful owners, good location, easy to access town centre, easy parking, very good breakfast, would definetly use again.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 27 July 2025

    10
    Absolutely perfect place to stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing at all!

    A perfect place to stay for a visit to Lyme Regis. We had a twin room and stayed for 3 nights- our room was spotlessly clean and had everything we needed including a great shower and very comfortable beds. Cooked breakfast in the pretty breakfast room each morning was spot on with lots of options to eat and drink. Our hosts were friendly and very helpful with lots of suggestions and information about the local area. We arrived by train and the bus from Axminster was quick and easy stopping just a 5 min walk away so a great choice if you're travelling via public transport. The location really was great for us, less than a 10 min walk along the river and past pretty houses and shops down to the beach. 100% would recommend this property and we will stay here again when we next return to Lyme Regis.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 25 July 2025

    10
    Perfect 🤩 stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/A

    Where do I start? Charnwood Guest House is an absolute gem. The property is beautiful and perfectly located—just a short, scenic walk from the beach and the heart of Lyme Regis. Our room was cozy, comfortable, and simply perfect. We slept with the window open both nights, enjoying the fresh sea air, the peaceful chirping of birds, and the occasional call of seagulls—it was idyllic. The hosts were incredibly warm, kind, and welcoming. They even went out of their way to store our bikes safely in their garage, which we really appreciated. Breakfast was a real highlight. Although we rarely eat breakfast, we couldn’t resist the tempting aroma of freshly brewed coffee and the delicious bacon -it was the perfect start to the day. We completely fell in love with Lyme Regis, and if we’re lucky enough to return, we’ll definitely be staying at Charnwood again. Highly recommended!

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 21 July 2025

    10
    Very pleasant and comfortable stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    I arrived late due to disruption with my train journey, but communication with Phil and Ruth was very good throughout and they were very welcoming when I did finally arrive. My room was very clean and comfortable and it had everything that I needed. Breakfast was very good too. Phil and Ruth were very attentive and happy to help with any enquiries about the local area.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 July 2025

    10
    A most enjoyable time.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Breakfast good and location perfect

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 July 2025

    9.0
    A lovely stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Phil and Ruth were lovely. They were very welcoming and helpful. Everything was very clean and comfortable. The breakfast was delicious. We particularly enjoyed walking from their house along the River Lim path into Lyme Regis for supper. I was with my elderly parents. Phil and Ruth gave us great ideas for places to visit and provided excellent local knowledge to advise us about level walks, suitable for my parents

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 July 2025

    10
    Greats place to stay and Lyme Regis is wonderful for a weekend break.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    If coming in from the west then the satnav tries to turn you into a one way street. You need to drop to the next road and come back up. Parking is tight but manageable.

    Great breakfast, wonderful hosts and great value for money. A nice easy walk along the river Lym into town to miss all the hills. Just approximately 50 metres down a steep hill to the footpath along the river

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 8 July 2025

    10
    A lovely break in a perfect location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything! The house was lovely, the hosts were so helpful and friendly and the cooked breakfast was fabulous.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 8 July 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Pleasant breakfast room and chatting to the other guests and owners each day. We were made very welcome and the breakfast was great. The location and short walk into town by the river was a pleasant surprise. Hope to return in the future.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 2 July 2025

    8.0
    Great place!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Great place to stay! Very welcoming owners.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 30 June 2025

    9.0
    Great accommodation with an excellent breakfast in Lyme Regis.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    Charnwood guest house is in an excellent location. It is a very pleasant easy walk along a little river past some historic cottages and a mill into Lyme Regis. You can also walk the other way to Uplyme which was lovely too. We preferred being on the outskirts and walking into Lyme Regis. The parking was really useful, and I am really glad that I booked accommodation with parking. Our room (room 4) was very compact with a small double bed but was very well appointed and it had everything you need (including tea and coffee making facilities). Although small, it was absolutely fine for a couple of nights. Our room also had views of Lyme Regis, which was a pleasant surprise. The freshly cooked breakfasts were delicious. Finally, Ruth and Phil were fantastic hosts and gave us lots of really useful information about Lyme Regis. We were very pleased with our choice of accommodation and I would not hesitate to recommend Charnwood guest house.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 30 June 2025

    8.0
    Very comfortable lovely hosts
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We didn’t like the road noise

    Our hosts were knowledgeable and obliging. Breakfast was lovely.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 21 June 2025

    8.0
    Lovely, friendly hosts, would certainly stay again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    N/A

    Not being a huge breakfast eater, I requested a bacon sandwich instead. Excellent choice! The full breakfasts being consumed around me did look really good.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 16 June 2025

    9.0
    A Wonderful Stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Leaving.

    Charnwood is a lovely B and B in an excellent location. Ruth and Phil are wonderful hosts with an abundance of local knowledge and information. Cleanliness is of a high standard. Breakfast is lovely, with choices to suit all dietary requirements. Car parking is available at the B and B. A short walk into town along the riverside is a must. I would recommend Charnwood to family and friends.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 16 June 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    I have stayed here many times , I cant imagine wanting to stay somewhere else , I feel very welcomed and safe here and it is a beautiful walk along the river down to the sea. I feel so happy every time I return here.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 15 June 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Had a lovely stay at Charnwood Guest House. The hosts were friendly and welcoming. The room was spotless, had everything l needed, and the bed was also comfy. The breakfast was delicious too with lots of choice available. It is also located just a short walk into town, which was perfect. I would definitely recommend staying, and l look forward to returning on my next trip to Lyme Regis. Thank you. :)

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 9 June 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Hosts were very friendly, the room was very nice and the bed very comfortable.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 5 June 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No biggy for me, but my single room didn't have a shaver/electric toothbrush socket

    Location, 10min pleasurable walk to town centre/beach. Room, spotlessly clean. Hardworking, friendly hosts with can-do attitude, to ensure best stay experience.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 5 June 2025

    9.0
    A lovely relaxing stay at the Charnwood guest house
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was nothing we didn’t like. The only small thing that could’ve made it even better would have been a bit more space to store our clothes. The drawers in the bedside cabinet were very small and there was very little hanging space for clothes. But we coped fine for the three days we were there.

    We stayed here at this lovely guesthouse for 3 nights in May 25. We were made to feel very welcome by our hosts, and our room was clean, and comfortable with a nice view from the window with the sea in the distance. The bed was especially comfortable and we both slept well. The breakfasts were great- lots of choice of cereals, a fabulous full English breakfast and as much toast & jam and fresh fruit as we wanted. All in all we had a lovely stay here and would definitely recommend it. It’s in a nice quiet position but in easy walking distance to the town / seafront. The car parking on site was also excellent.

    Stayed in May 2025

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