Finding somewhere that sleeps 12 people with a flexible layout, is close to beaches but also near countryside walks and good mountain bike routes, offers the luxury adults crave (including a hot tub and swimming pool for guests exclusive use!) with the space kids need, and which is suitable for family and friends is a walk in the park once you have discovered Lavender Barn. The 200-year old holiday home ticks all of the boxes, offering 5-Star Gold accommodation close to Exmoor National Park, The Quantock Hills AONB and beautiful beaches. There is a friendly pub within walking distance and plenty more places to eat, drink, shop and explore in the surrounding towns and villages. Tourist board rating: 5 Star Gold
Offering a lovely blend of cosiness and old-world charm, The Old Inn is perfectly placed in the very heart of Exmoor's National Park close to Wheddon Cross and Snowdrop Valley. Guests can enjoy wonderful walks from the doorstep of the holiday cottage and plenty of attractions within easy reach including the beaches of Devon and Somerset.
The Garden Studio offers peace and privacy in a beautiful location. It's in the owner's extensive garden where wildlife thrives, and the views reach over the town to the quay and beach. It's a great choice for couples or solo travellers who want the hospitality of bed-and-breakfast accommodation with the privacy of a holiday cottage. There are no catering facilities, but a comprehensive breakfast is included, and you're only a short stroll from Minehead's many excellent cafes, pubs and restaurants. Dogs are welcome. Short breaks and more extended stays are possible all year round.
Enjoy historic Dunster and the beauty of Exmoor from the comfort of Grist Mill. The self-catering holiday cottage is on the edge of the village, a short walk from the famous castle, cafes, pubs and shops. There is plenty of space for six people to sleep in three double bedrooms, with the potential for one or two more guests to sleep on a sofa bed in the loft room. You're only a few miles from Minehead, and there are stunning routes to walk, run, cycle and mountain bike virtually from the door. It's an ideal choice for families or friends in all seasons.
Hideaway in this charming holiday rental at the bottom of a garden that is only 400 yards from the centre of Wiveliscombe village market, shops and pub. Garden Cottage is the ideal place where couples and individuals can sleep peacefully, waking to the sound of birdsong and the knowledge that they have a happy day ahead. You're close to the Brendon Hills, midway between the Quantocks and Exmoor National Park and north of the Blackdown Hills. Taunton is nearby, as are coastal communities like Watchet. The kitchenette is perfect for simple self-catering. Bookings are available in all seasons.
Rural without being remote, Blagdon Cottage is in the highest village in Exmoor. Located on a quiet residential road in Wheddon Cross, this holiday home is within walking distance (3/4 mile) to the village shop and pub, with direct access to stunning footpaths, including the beautiful Coleridge Way. It's child and pet-friendly, with space for eight people to sleep in four bedrooms. The layout works perfectly for one or two families arranging a self-catering holiday in Exmoor with great views and a location convenient for beaches and other attractions.
Enjoy the serenity of the Exmoor coast and countryside from the comfort of this charming period cottage. Yellow Gate Cottage is in the picturesque village of Porlock, a mile from the South West Coast Path and within easy reach of beaches. You have a great choice of footpaths and cycling trails from the door, from challenging climbs like the one to the top of Dunkery Beacon to relaxing paths that follow the river's flow. There are shops, cafes and a village pub within walking distance, with more nearby in Minehead. This self-catering holiday home sleeps four people in two bedrooms and is ideal for couples or families.
Escape to the beautiful surroundings of the Exmoor National Park in this charming barn conversion that is two miles from Dulverton. The one-bedroom cottage is entirely private and self-contained to provide a high standard of accommodation for one or two guests. It is one of a small group of self-catering properties on-site and is also perfect for couples who are on holiday with their extended family or friends but who want space and privacy. The Tarr Steps, Wimbleball Lake, Dunkery Beacon and Dunster Castle are all close, and there is an excellent choice of footpaths and mountain bike trails to enjoy.
Peaceful stone cottage in a quiet, private location in the Somerset countryside. The Cowshed sounds rustic but has been renovated to a high standard to accommodate up to two adults (and two dogs) who want somewhere special where they can spend time together without distraction. The location in the Brendon Hills puts beautiful Exmoor and Somerset countryside on the doorstep, and there is an excellent choice of local pubs and restaurants should you want to dine out.
Redway Lodge is a comfortable house in a great location with four ensuite bedrooms sleeping up to 12 people, and a layout that makes it as good for extended families and friends as it is for smaller families. Its elevated position above Porlock gives fantastic views over the village towards the sea, with three of the four bedrooms as well as the deck and garden enjoying beautiful water views. The village shop and pub are a five-minute walk away, with the coast and Porlock Weir around a mile from the house.
A pretty period stone cottage on a private farm in the heart of the Exmoor National Park, East Harwood Farm Cottage has fantastic walks from the front door, including to Dunkery Beacon and the ruggedly beautiful moors. The property is dog-friendly and sleeps up to four people in two bedrooms. At around a mile from medieval Timberscombe village, it is a relaxed stroll from The Lion Pub, and within easy reach of the coast at Minehead and Porlock.
With room for up to seven people to sleep in four bedrooms and a seafront location, Seagulls Rest is ideal for families and friends on holiday to Minehead. Everything is within easy reach so you can park the car and forget it for the week, walk, cycle or take a vintage steam train to explore the coast, countryside and Exmoor National Park. Minehead has been a favourite seaside resort for generations, and this Victorian cottage offers guests the chance to stay in a quiet spot that is still within walking distance of beaches, pubs and shops.
Coast and countryside come together beautifully in this period property. The three bedroom cottage sleeps up to five adults and is on the edge of the Exmoor National Park, just a few miles from the coast and within easy reach of the Quantock Hills, Minehead, Taunton and Bridgewater. There is plenty to see and do during your stay, including walking part of the Coleridge Way footpath which passes through the village. At the end of a busy day, put your feet up in the garden or in front of the log burner, or walk to the pub for a pint of local cider.
Packed full of historic charm, this impressive manor house provides self-catering accommodation for large groups of up to sixteen and is the perfect place to celebrate a special occasion with friends and family (pets also welcome!). Sitting on the border of Somerset/Dorset in the tranquil hamlet of Up Mudford, this fabulous property has lovely views over the River Yeo and sits in an oasis of calm and a haven for wildlife. Outside catering can be arranged for a special celebratory meal, along with other services including a beautician for pampering. Hot tub, river frontage, log fires and a large dining room with seating for everyone are just a few of the many features of Primrose Manor.
The Wool Barn offers an ideal escape within Exmoor National Park, perfect for larger families and groups of friends. Part of the Honeymead Farm Estate near Simonsbath, this charming holiday home comfortably accommodates up to eight guests in four ensuite bedrooms, with an additional study/single ensuite bedroom on the ground floor. Built from local stone and conveniently located just over a mile from The Exmoor Forest pub, it provides stunning rural views and easy access to scenic footpaths and bridleways. Simonsbath itself is a picturesque village, offering a tranquil setting for outdoor adventures.
On a 1000 acre estate within the heart of Exmoor National Park, this beautiful impressive holiday home is ideal for large groups of friends or family, celebration weekends, corporate hospitality - sleeping up to ten guests in five bedrooms (three en-suites). Sitting in large gardens, this delightful retreat offers plenty of space both inside and out, and affords wonderful views and fantastic riverside walks from the front door.
This charming period cottage, which was once a cider press has now been transformed into a beautiful and cosy holiday home for two. It is tucked away on a quiet lane in a peaceful hamlet in West Somerset. It is perfectly located for exploring the Quantock Hills, Minehead, Exmoor National Park and Taunton. It is within walking distance of 2 great local pubs. Electric car charger available. Reflexology treatment room on site.
Located in the medieval village of Dunster on the Somerset coast, this lovely holiday cottage is positioned in a quiet road standing at the foot of Dunster Castle and ancient church - ideal for an activity packed holiday exploring Exmoor or a relaxing break by the sea.
This secluded Victorian single storey cottage on the Ashley Combe Estate, the historic Exmoor home of computer pioneer Ada Lovelace, sits across a bridge next to a stream and is surrounded by woodland a mile from Porlock Weir. It combines old world charm with modern living; fully centrally heated, an open fire adds a special glow to cooler days. Lovelace is a good base for local walks. Peace and tranquillity in the sheltered woodland encourage relaxation and are the perfect ingredients for forest bathing. Free wifi serves to stay in touch with a less enchanted world. Lovelace can accommodate three guests with two people occupying the main King bed and one the single bedroom. Alternatively, one guest could use the main bedroom and two guests can be accommodated in the second bedroom by making up the second single (truckle) bed.
Beautifully presented, this welcoming self-catering holiday cottage sits in an idyllic position in Porlock within the Exmoor National Park in Somerset. Porlock beach is within walking distance of Rencott, as are the many amenities of Porlock village (including pubs and restaurants). Lovely moorland, riverside and coastal walks from the front door and a host of attractions for all ages.
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