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Self Catering Holiday Cottages in Minehead

Somerset’s most magical town, Minehead can make even the most harried adult feel like a carefree child on holiday at the seaside for the first time. This family-friendly coastal resort has been a favourite for generations, with the fashionable Victorians leaving their mark in the form of elegant buildings and public gardens. There are two beaches, plenty of places to eat, drink and shop, and a wealth of Minehead cottages to rent. Not only is Minehead a fantastic holiday destination in its own right, but it is also close to other popular Somerset attractions. There are lots of things to do both indoors and outside to make Minehead the perfect year-round holiday destination. Read more

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51.139450, -3.402388

Croydon Cottage is a welcoming holiday cottage near Minehead, offering self-catering accommodation for up to four guests on the historic Croydon Hall Estate at the edge of Exmoor National Park. Surrounded by peaceful countryside, this two-bedroom retreat combines the privacy of a detached cottage with access to the estate's leisure facilities, including the heated outdoor swimming pool and gym (subject to availability). Spend your days exploring Exmoor, Dunster, Minehead and the Somerset coast before returning to relax on your terrace, surrounded by trees and birdsong.

Weekly guide price:
£600 to £1400
Short breaks from £125 per night

4  |   2  |   3+  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 2 (off peak) | 2 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

51.139450, -3.402388

Croydon Lodge is a large holiday cottage near Minehead, providing self-catering accommodation for up to 12 guests on the historic Croydon Hall Estate at the edge of Exmoor National Park. Sleeping families and groups in six flexible bedrooms, the lodge combines generous living areas, a private hot tub and peaceful gardens with access to estate leisure facilities, including the heated outdoor swimming pool and gym (subject to availability*). Exmoor's open moorland, the Somerset coast, Dunster and Minehead are all close by, making Croydon Lodge an excellent choice for holidays, reunions and special occasions.

Weekly guide price:
£1800 to £3000
Short breaks from £500 per night

12  |   6  |   3+  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 2 (off peak) | 2 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

51.139450, -3.402388

Croydon House is a beautiful Edwardian Farmhouse set within the estate grounds of Croydon Hall Country House Hotel. A perfect self-catering hideaway for up to 14 guests with the added bonus of use of the facilities available at the Hotel throughout your stay*. These include an outdoor heated pool, spa, gym, restaurant & bar.  It's also pet friendly. *(subject to availability)

Weekly guide price:
£2000 to £4000
Short breaks from £400 per night

14  |   7  |   3+  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 2 (off peak) | 3 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

51.213445, -3.475044

Minehead is a fantastic seaside resort with something to offer everyone at any time of the year. Located at the quiet end of the beach, close to the Old Ship Aground Pub, Harbour Cottage was built 300 years ago to house the Harbour Master and his family and has fantastic waterfront views. There is lots of space for up to six people to stay in three bedrooms, and the holiday home retains its original warmth and features like an inglenook fireplace and exposed beams. All of Minehead's beach and other attractions are within walking distance, and you can easily reach Exmoor, Porlock Weir, Watchet Harbour and many other Somerset attractions. Please contact us for short break deals.

Weekly guide price:
£880 to £1250
Short breaks from £126 per night

6  |   3  |   3+  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 3 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Friday

51.182478, -3.446602

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.

Weekly guide price:
£325 to £625

4+1  |   2  |   1  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 3 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

51.178253, -3.521623

Pretty as a picture, this lovely self catering cottage used to be part of the old village forge and today provides romantic holiday accommodation in the tranquil rural village of Wootton Courtenay. A walkers paradise with direct access onto Exmoor's stunning National Park.

Weekly guide price:
£250 to £505
Short breaks from £75 per night

3  |   1  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 2 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Saturday

51.218174, -3.625992

Milbanke is a characterful seaside holiday cottage in Porlock Weir, sleeping six guests in a rare private coastal setting with uninterrupted views across Porlock Bay. Created from the former stables of Ashley Combe Mansion, this dog-friendly self-catering accommodation sits just above the shore, with a private path leading directly down to the beach. Three bedrooms all enjoy sea views, complemented by a cosy sitting room with an open fire, a well-equipped kitchen, and an enclosed garden. This holiday cottage on Exmoor provides an exceptional base for coastal walking, wildlife watching and exploring Porlock Weir, Dunster and the wider National Park.

Weekly guide price:
£1000 to £1900
Short breaks from £234 per night

6  |   3  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Friday

51.202890, -3.489440

Your family will love the chance to stay at Dunkery, which enjoys fantastic views towards North Hill and Minehead Old Town. Dunkery is a spacious bungalow that has been extended and modernised throughout to provide a high standard of accommodation. It has three lovely bedrooms, an enclosed garden and an open-plan layout that works well for families, couples and friends. Minehead's beach, harbour, esplanade and the start of South West Coast Path are a 20 minute walk (or 5 minute drive), as is the border of Exmoor National Park. One well-behaved dog is welcome. 

Weekly guide price:
£840 to £1190
Short breaks from £120 per night

6  |   3  |   1  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 3 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Saturday

51.222292, -3.636457

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. 

Weekly guide price:
£550 to £960
Short breaks from £130 per night

3  |   2  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 3 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Friday

51.161368, -3.377738

The Pippins is a detached Bungalow, nicely presented throughout and provides the perfect self-catering retreat for couples looking to enjoy everything the Exmoor National Park and Somerset coastline has to offer. Nestling in the grounds of Cedar House on the edge of the Somerset village of Old Cleeve close to Minehead, the cottage has been awarded 4 Star Gold status by EnjoyEngland and provides a home from home and base for exploring the surrounding stunning countryside. Tourist board rating: 4 Star Gold

Weekly guide price:
£460 to £750

2  |   1  |   2  |   No  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 3 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Flexible | 4 Star Gold

51.166320, -3.377395

The Bramleys offers self-catering for four guests in two bedrooms and sits on the edge of the Somerset village of Old Cleeve, close to the popular seaside resort of Minehead on the coast. Perfect for families or friends looking for a seaside holiday and base for exploring the many attractions of the area, including Exmoor National Park close by and the West Somerset Steam Railway. Relax, walk, cycle or explore - the area offers something for everyone. Tourist board rating: 4 Star

Weekly guide price:
£700 to £850
Short breaks from £100 per night

4  |   2  |   No  |   No  |   Yes

Min nights: 2 (off peak) | 2 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Flexible | 4 Star

51.108100, -3.638800

"2 Bed Cottage in Minehead" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Somerset. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - Sleeps 2 + 1 - 2 bedrooms – 1 king-size and 1 single - 1 bathroom - 1 Shower room - Electric oven and ceramic hob,...

Prices from £139 per night

2  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


51.124480, -3.526560

"Barn Owl Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Somerset. Wheddon Cross is a village in the Exmoor National Park, a flourishing rural community with a village shop, welcoming pub, and an all-weather court for a variety of sports such as tennis, netball, and basketball. Exford, a lovely town in the...

Prices from £255 per night

4  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


51.212814, -3.474455

"Captain's Cottage, Minehead" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Somerset.

Prices from £208 per night

4  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


51.124480, -3.526560

"Hedgehog Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Somerset. Wheddon Cross is a small village in the Exmoor National Park with a flourishing rural population, a village shop, friendly pub, and an all-weather court for a variety of sports such as tennis, netball, and basketball. Exford, located in the...

Prices from £229 per night

4  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


51.023770, -3.348590

"Appley Cottage Plus" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Somerset. Modern, light and airy romantic cottage perfect for couples, nestled at the base of the wooded valley, with one double. Shower. Gated courtyard. Outdoor hot tub.. Exmoor Gate Lodges is part of our Wanderwood Lodge Holiday Collection, nestled on...

Prices from £166 per night

2  |   1  |   No  |   Yes  |   No


51.057571, -3.578326

"Sheepfold Cottage, Dulverton" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Somerset.

Prices from £113 per night

2  |   1  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


51.039900, -3.546000

"1 Bed Cottage in Dulverton" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Somerset. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 1 king size with en-suite bathroom - En-suite with bath, separate shower enclosure and WC - Electric oven and hob, microwave, washing...

Prices from £179 per night

2  |   1  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


51.214800, -3.476900

"2 Bed Apartment in Minehead" is a 2 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 4 guests in Somerset. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 2 bedrooms - 1 king-size and 1 twin room - 1 shower room with walk in shower, sink and WC - Direct sea-views from the lounge and kitchen -...

Prices from £197 per night

4  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


51.058200, -3.395830

"1 Bed Cottage in Huish Champflower" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Somerset. Additional information and rulesNo dogs allowed - 1 super king-size zip-and-link bedroom (can be made into two single beds on request at time of booking) - 1 shower room with WC - Electric oven and hob, microwave,...

Prices from £155 per night

2  |   1  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


51.108138, -3.657629

"1 Bed Lodge in Withypool" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Somerset. Additional information and rulesNo dogs allowed - 1 double pull-down bed - 1 shower room with WC - Gas hob, electric oven, and fridge with ice compartment - Wood burner (first basket of logs included) -...

Prices from £172 per night

2  |   1  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


51.200921, -3.518806

"Heyden Cottage" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 5 guests in Somerset. Dunster is a popular tourist village near the North Somerset coast and is a largely unspoiled spot: the centre of the town retains many old buildings which hug the winding cobbled streets.

Prices from £386 per night

5  |   3  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


51.154100, -3.352630

"3 Bed Cottage in Watchet" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 5 guests in Somerset. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 3 bedrooms - 1 king-size, 1 twin and 1 single - 1 bathroom with a shower over bath and WC - Electric hob and oven, microwave and...

Prices from £148 per night

5  |   3  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


51.179100, -3.329000

"3 Bed Cottage in Watchet" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Somerset. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 3 bedrooms - 2 king-size and 1 twin zip-and-link (which can be made into a super-king-size on request) - 2 bathrooms - 1 en-suite...

Prices from £437 per night

6  |   3  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


51.023770, -3.348590

"Exmoor Gate Lodge " is a 2 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 5 guests in Somerset. Scandinavian style lodge tucked into the hillside with modern and comfortable furnishings. Ground floor: One double. Shower. Spacious open plan lounge area with doors leading to verandah with outdoor furniture. First floor: One twin and single...

Prices from £175 per night

5  |   2  |   No  |   Yes  |   No


51.173246, -3.287597

"2 Bed Lodge in Taunton" is a 2 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 4 guests in Somerset. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 2 bedrooms – 1 double, 1 twin - 1 wet room with shower and WC - Gas hob, electric oven, fridge/freezer, microwave and washing...

Prices from £167 per night

4  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


51.206400, -3.469900

"2 Bed Cottage in Minehead" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Somerset. Additional information and rulesNo dogs allowed - 2 bedrooms – 1 king-size and 1 twin - 1 ground-floor shower room with a large walk in shower and WC - Electric oven, induction hob, microwave, fridge/freezer and dishwasher -...

Prices from £179 per night

4  |   2  |   No  |   Yes  |   Yes


51.181896, -3.331016

"6 Malthouse Court" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Somerset. Watchet is a little coastal village in Somerset, with interesting shops and a marina. The West Somerset Railway passes through the village towards Minehead. Wonderful walks can be enjoyed both along the coast and in the surrounding countryside....

Prices from £119 per night

4  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


51.210881, -3.569005

"2 Bed Apartment in Allerford" is a 2 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 4 guests in Somerset. Additional information and rulesNo dogs allowed - 2 bedrooms – 1 king-size, 1 twin zip-and-link (which can be made into a king-size on request at time of booking) - 1 shower room with a walk-in shower and WC -...

Prices from £211 per night

4  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


51.136768, -3.385841

"Old Bridge Post Office" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Somerset. Resting on the border of Exmoor National Park is the idyllic village of Roadwater. Home to the Valiant Soldier Inn, a pub providing a fantastic atmosphere and tasty dishes, along with a village shop, Roadwater is a great destination for those...

Prices from £153 per night

4  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


51.124466, -3.530110

"Hedgehog Cottage, Wheddon Cross" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Somerset.

Prices from £173 per night

4  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


51.121008, -3.233038

"The Old Bakery" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Somerset. Crowcombe is a village and civil parish under the Quantock Hills, found in the Quantock Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Here, you will find a shop and a pub, making a great base for touring the surrounding area, with Quantocks on your...

Prices from £487 per night

4  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


51.124538, -3.529778

"Barn Owl Cottage, Wheddon Cross" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Somerset.

Prices from £166 per night

4  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


51.179300, -3.281660

"2 Bed Lodge in Taunton" is a 2 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 4 guests in Somerset. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 2 bedrooms – 1 double, 1 twin 1 shower room with shower and WC - Gas hob and oven, microwave, fridge and freezer and washing...

Prices from £251 per night

4  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


51.020800, -3.572700

"2 Bed Cottage in Dulverton" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Somerset. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 2 bedrooms – 1 king-size zip-and-link (which can be a twin on request), 1 king-size (with small double sofa bed available, linen not provided)...

Prices from £148 per night

4  |   2  |   Yes  |   Yes  |   Yes


Holidays in Minehead

Minehead Beaches and the West Somerset Coastal Path - Minehead has not one but two gorgeous beaches to lay your towel down on. The main beach is The Strand. It is mostly sand with a little bit of shingle for stone skimming and rock pools to investigate. Minehead is a favourite choice for holidaymakers as well as day-trippers. However, there’s always enough space to set up your deck chair and settle in for the day, conveniently close to cafes, shops and the traditional sort of entertainment you would expect from the British seaside. Minehead’s second beach is the Terminus. Its name comes from its proximity to the West Somerset Railway. Terminus beach is north facing and, being breezier than its neighbour, is a popular sport for surfing, windsurfing and kiteboarding.

The West Somerset Coastal Path starts at Terminus beach and hugs the coastline past Dunster, Watchet and Blue Anchor beaches along its 58-mile route to the Steart Peninsula. It is a beautiful long-distance footpath with fantastic views, so whether you walk a small piece of it or the entire distance, make sure you schedule some holiday time to blow the cobwebs away.

Minehead Attractions and Activities - Minehead is a family-friendly seaside resort with plenty to keep people occupied regardless of the weather. If it’s sunny, walk up North Hill for far-reaching views over the town and surrounding Exmoor National Park. Wander through the town and browse the shops and boutiques, stopping for a restorative pub lunch or tea and cake in a friendly cafe. Minehead’s excellent golf course is a draw for many visitors, as is the heritage West Somerset Railway with its steam engines and vintage carriages that draw sightseers through glorious countryside. Minehead has an indoor skate park, a Butlins holiday park which offers day passes for non-residents, a market every Friday morning, and lovely parkland.

Nearby attractions include the Exmoor Owl and Hawk Centre, Haynes Motor Museum, the Torre Cider Farm in Watchet, Rich’s Farmhouse Cider in Highbridge, and fun activities for the whole family at the Somerset Adventures and Wimbleball Lake. Within an hour are Arlington Court and the National Carriage Museum, Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park and the colourful market town of Barnstaple with its historic pannier market.

Day Trips from Minehead - If all that is not enough, here are some more suggested day trips from Minehead:

  • Take the West Somerset Railway as far as Blue Anchor, possibly the only English village to be named after its local pub. Unfortunately, the Blue Anchor closed in 2018 as the eroding cliff on which it sat made it too unsafe for guests, but visitors can get a taste of history at The Smuggler’s Inn. The beach is a good spot for fossicking for fossils, with reptile and fish bones being the most common finds.
  • Spend a pleasant few hours in Dunster which has a medieval castle, working water mill, and an ancient yarn market in the centre of town. There is an excellent variety of shops, a museum and a handy stop on the West Somerset Railway for those who choose not to drive.
  • With the Exmoor National Park on the doorstep, there is no shortage of mountain bike trails, footpaths and bridleways. Alternatively, take a Red Stag Safari and see a side to this landscape that few people know exists.
  • Porlock and Porlock Weir are only a few miles from Minehead and packed with charm. The now-peaceful harbour was once a busy port for boats transporting cargo and people around the coast, and the shingle beach is dog-friendly and an excellent choice for a “blowing away the cobwebs” walk.
  • The funicular railway that connects Lynton and Lynmouth is only half an hour’s drive from Minehead, offering sensational views and an unforgettable experience.
Excellent road links make it possible for you to leave your desk on a summer evening and be sitting on the beach before the summer sun sets over the Bristol Channel. It is known as a family-friendly resort town, but there is something here for visitors of all ages and interests.
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