Axminster is a traditional market town nestled in the east of Devon, close to the border with Dorset and Somerset. This historic town is best known worldwide for its carpet industry origins and offers a charming blend of heritage, countryside surroundings, and community living. Positioned in the Axe Valley, Axminster is surrounded by lush hills, farmland, and scenic river views, attracting those who appreciate peaceful rural living with easy access to the Jurassic Coast and South West countryside.