Charming Exmoor cottage in tranquil setting near mediaeval village of Dunster

4.8

Outstanding(135 Reviews)

Cottage in West Somerset District

4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi and more

About this cottage rental

Set in the village of Timberscombe, just 3 miles from the vibrant, mediaeval village of Dunster with a wide choice of pubs, restaurants, cafes, gift shops and its romantic castle.
Situated on a quiet, no-through lane (off-road parking for 2 cars) with lovely views and direct access to moorland and forest walks.
Cosy lounge with log-burning fire, seating for four and TV/DVD with digital streaming capability.
Kitchen/diner with range cooker and all mod cons, a handy utility/boot room (please note this is 3 steps down from the kitchen and where the fridge-freezer stands) and a peaceful cottage garden with space to dine alfresco.
Upstairs leads to the bathroom (separate shower and bath) and 2 bedrooms. The pretty front room has a double bed, while the back room can be provided as either a twin room or with a spacious and comfortable zip-and-link superking bed.
Unfortunately, due to rising costs but in particular the expected increase in fuel costs, we have currently had to add a heating fee per night to cover the expected costs of gas and electricity.

Amenities

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Laundry

Dishwasher

Garden

Family friendly

Map of West Somerset District

Nearby attractions

Charming Exmoor cottage in tranquil setting near mediaeval village of Dunster

4.8

Outstanding(135 Reviews)

Cottage in West Somerset District

4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi and more

About this cottage rental

Amenities

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Laundry

Dishwasher

Garden

Family friendly

Map of West Somerset District

Nearby attractions

Reviews

4.8

Outstanding(135 Reviews)

5.0

Aug 2024

Beautiful, clean, well-equipped terrace cottage in a lovely quiet village.

5.0

Jul 2024

The title says it all. You'll struggle to find a better holiday home and better village in all of the UK.

5.0

Jul 2024

Beds really comfy everything u needed in house hope to stay again

5.0

Jul 2024

The house was well equipped and was in a nice peaceful setting.The work that was ongoing did not create any real problems,would definitly stay again.

5.0

May 2024

We had a really nice stay at the cottage. Everything was great, clean and Becky (owner) was really nice and friendly, questions had been answered near realtime via the portal. Only thing we missed was a pub at Timberscombe. We went to Dunster etc to eat something for dinner.

5.0

May 2024

Very nice cottage in a beautiful place. Plenty to do in the area and Becky was very communicative and provided loads of helpful information on nearby activities, food and other things to do. The cottage itself was immaculate and had everything we needed for a comfortable stay.

5.0

Oct 2023

Okay, the weather was just perfect to begin with, which is not in your hands. But everything else was perfect too. I made some a bit of a mess around the booking before we even arrived and Becky was super accommodating and helpful. The place was in spotless condition with everything you could want from a home away from home. We just loved staying there. Thank you so much Becky. What an enchanting place you’ve got!

5.0

Oct 2023

We stayed 3 nights at Becky’s cottage. We loved it. Really comfy bed and sofas, the cottage was clean and the heating was good! We will definitely stay again the next time we are in Exmoor. Thank you Becky!

5.0

Sep 2023

Really enjoyed our stay at Willow cottage, it had everything we needed, we had lots of places to see, just a bit disappointed that the local pub wasn’t open while we were there, but it didn’t spoil our stay. Would stay again

5.0

Sep 2023

A very pleasant holiday in a quiet location with a kind welcoming present from our host; Becky, to greet us. The accomodation was comfortable with ample entertainment facilities. The kitchen had plenty of culinary equipment; complete with a large electric range. The location; Timberscombe, close to Dunster afforded many opportunities for visits to interesting towns and reasonably unspoilt countryside. A comprehensive guide to local areas of interest was available to peruse. All in all a most pleasant break; far too short a holiday of course.

5.0

Aug 2023

Great cottage for our stay. The stream/ford at the end of the lane was a delight.

4.0

Aug 2023

Perfect little stay to visit friends in the village and celebrate a local wedding! We were allowed to arrive early and managed to park both cars on the drive with some negotiation. Comfy beds with three of us staying the weekend in the cottage. Has a homely lived in vibe with a cute garden that looked lush to read a book and enjoy a coffee. Only misfortune was the local water company switching off the water supply in the area so we had no notice or supply hours before the wedding. Fortunately it was back on the next day.

5.0

Jul 2023

Well located for exploring north Devon and Somerset. Cottage in a peaceful setting in a small village just outside Dunster. Homely cottage with comfortable beds. Good for a get away from it all holiday.

5.0

Jul 2023

We enjoyed our stay here, peaceful, close to beach, Dunster castle, host helpful and. communicative. Thank you.

5.0

Jul 2023

We had a pleasant stay and the bed was very comfortable. The bottle of wine and cookies were very welcome. The surroundings are peaceful and pretty and it was lovely sitting in the garden area relaxing. One little thing I think should be mentioned in the description is that the fridge is downstairs in the boot room/utility. I found it quite difficult to keep my balance carrying items from the fridge to the kitchen. Not a problem for younger/more able bodies but potential bookers should be made aware of this.

5.0

Jun 2023

Love this house, and its surroundings. Lovely, clean, comfortable and thoughtfully equipped for a relaxing stay. Sunny little garden for eating and enjoying the sunshine. Quiet and pretty village with little community shop. It has everything we need for a relaxing stay, and it is a great base to visit all our favourite places on Exmoor. The owner is always so helpful, and responds whenever there is a query. Have now stayed a few times and always feel I want to return again as soon as I can!!

5.0

May 2023

a very pretty house in a lovely little village amazing scenery great walks

5.0

Oct 2022

Becky was brilliant, great communication, kind and thoughtful. The cottages was a delight, warm, cosy and inviting with wonderful views. Quiet and peaceful location, but perfectly positioned to explore Exmoor. Would definitely recommend this cottage and would love to stay there again. Thank you for a fantastic half term break.

5.0

Sep 2022

My daughter and I spent a lovely week based at this comfortable and thoughtfully equipped cottage. From the helpful information pack to the communications we had with the owner we felt very looked after during our stay. The village of Timberscombe and the surrounding countryside is very attractive and a good base for outings. We barely scratched the surface and aren’t sad that we will have to return. Recommendation:- Lock’s Victorian tea rooms in Dunster for their pretty gardens and delicious warm home-made scones. Not so great:- A walk around Wimbleball Lake was extremely hard going as many of the paths are in poor repair. Our planned 3 1/2hr walk took over 6 and was rather nerve-wracking at times with narrow paths (particularly over the opposite side to the activity centre) alongside steep drops into the reservoir. Beautiful views but difficult walking at times.

5.0

Sep 2022

Nice house good quality throughout comfortable beds and seating quiet location but close enough to coast and the steam railway to find pleanty to do.

4.0

Sep 2022

A quirky and cosy little cottage very well equipped the only little thing was it smelt a bit damp downstairs but being an old cottage I suppose that's to be expected with original quarry tiles etc. But otherwise a very comfortable and enjoyable stay and thankyou to Becky for the bottle of wine and delicious cookies left as a welcome gift very much appreciated.

5.0

Jul 2022

Perfect Getaway

Perfect Getaway

We wanted a base for a walking holiday and this cottage was perfect. Walks on your doorstep and lots just a short drive away. Everything and more you could want in a property, great outside area and fab local pub to walk to. What else could you want and Becky let us know we could check in early too.

5.0

Jul 2022

Lovely cottage in a beautiful location

Lovely cottage in a beautiful location

After a long day that involved driving to Exmoor from London, we wondered as we got near to the cottage whether it would all be worth it, but from the second we entered the cottage we felt right at home and greatly enjoyed all that it had to offer. It was clean, airy, and came with everything that we needed, while Becky was always friendly and prompt whenever we had questions. Timberscombe is a relaxing village, well situated for exploring Exmoor, with lots of walking trails. The playground and football field were perfect for our children and everyone was very friendly. Dunster, Minehead, Bossington Hill, and (in particular) the Valley of the Rocks are all recommended - though driving in the area can sometimes be very challenging.

3.0

Jun 2022

Holiday 2022

Holiday 2022

The outside of the property was un-inspiring and the parking caused damage to our car due to a rather pointless wall. We were warned of this but unfortunately we still had a problem. The lounge curtains were hanging on a few hooks which made the room look shabby. The beds were very good. A pity the back window in bedroom 2 could not be opened so a bit airless. The "treats" left for us was a nice gesture. A bit of general tweaking would make this cottage ideal, we could see that Becky was trying.

2.5

Jun 2022

A beautiful location by a Ford in a charming village. Perfect for visiting Dunster, and sightseeing across Exmoor.

5.0

Jun 2022

Lovely cottage

Lovely cottage

A beautiful location by a Ford in a charming village. Perfect for visiting Dunster, and sightseeing across Exmoor.

5.0

Jun 2022

Peaceful location in lovely wee village

Peaceful location in lovely wee village

Lovely stay in Timberscombe with our family. I had neglected to record the code for the key access and there is no phone signal so ensure you do this prior to arriving as it wasn’t how I expected to arrive with two tired children! The accommodation was brilliant for my 4 year old who was safe to play outside and enjoyed the ford down the road. My baby isn’t mobile yet fortunately as there are some steps to kitchen and gaps between stair railing are quite big so I wouldn’t stay here with a mobile baby. We had to provide our own travel cot and high chair which kind of indicates that it’s not necessarily best suited to small children. It was a brilliant location however for exploring Exmoor. We drove to some places and also walked to Englands tallest tree from the house. There is small post office with some basic items and the pub doesn’t serve food but can get a pint. Becky was incredibly responsive which was appreciated and the house is well equipped. Thanks for a lovely stay!

2.5

May 2022

Cosey, Clean, Warm and Snug, Peaceful, and Relaxing

2.5

May 2022

Lovely quiet secluded cottage equipped with everything you need (apart from washing line or dryer which I think you'd need if coming with kids) Enjoyed some lovely walks and had some lovely meals in Dunster, just wish we were still there 4 nights wasnt long enough

5.0

May 2022

Great

Great

5.0

May 2022

Relaxing Two Weeks

Relaxing Two Weeks

Cosey, Clean, Warm and Snug, Peaceful, and Relaxing

5.0

Apr 2022

A new experience

A new experience

Ideal location within distance of not only the ocean but the National Park.This is a neat home away from home comfortable modern with a nice tea table in the yard for the sunny day relaxation Well done and thank you for making our long trip to your country a great place to begin.

2.0

Apr 2022

Lovely peaceful spot for walkers.

2.5

Apr 2022

Lovely Easter Stay at comfortable house

Lovely Easter Stay at comfortable house

Our second stay at this village house, just a short drive from all the loveliest places on Exmoor was very enjoyable. Great weather meant we could make the most of the nice sunny little garden too. The house is spacious, well decorated and has all the necessary things for a warm and comfortable stay Comfy beds made for a good nights sleep. We felt totally relaxed for our week there. We hope to return!!

2.0

Apr 2022

Peace and quiet in a beautiful location

Peace and quiet in a beautiful location

Lovely peaceful spot for walkers.

2.0

Mar 2022

Mini break

Mini break

Wonderful weather for our stay. Nice little cottage very well equipped. Lovely peaceful area with scenic views. Steep stairs and small steps need careful negotiation if you are unsteady on your feet! Small garden is a sun trap!

2.5

Mar 2022

Booked a short break thur till Sun perfect base for the 2 of us not far from dunster and a short drive to Minehead and Porlock we had a great time so quiet a lovely view from all the windows we would go back helen

2.5

Mar 2022

Willow view timberscome

Willow view timberscome

2.5

Feb 2022

A peaceful rest

A peaceful rest

Absolutely recommended for anyone wanting peace and likes walking. A beautiful cottage in a lovely village. Leave the car at the cottage and explore all the surrounding countryside from the front door. The cottage is very comfortable and the host excellent in communication. The welcoming bottle of wine and Swiss chocolate biscuits was a very nice touch. Thank you for giving us a very warm pleasant break.

2.5

Feb 2022

Peaceful break

Peaceful break

We can highly recommend staying here. The cottage is in a lovely situation in a quiet village but close to tourist attractions and amenities. The cottage was very clean, very comfortable and everything was organised to make our stay as welcoming as possible. 😊

FAQs

How much does this cottage cost compared to others in West Somerset District?

The average price for a rental in West Somerset District is R 2,031 per night. This rental is R 109 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this cottage?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Charming Exmoor cottage in tranquil setting near mediaeval village of Dunster. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cottage?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Charming Exmoor cottage in tranquil setting near mediaeval village of Dunster pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this cottage is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Charming Exmoor cottage in tranquil setting near mediaeval village of Dunster?

We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, parking, and laundry.

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Charming Exmoor cottage in tranquil setting near mediaeval village of Dunster

Cottage in West Somerset District

Reasons to book

About this cottage rental

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Map of West Somerset District

Nearby attractions

Charming Exmoor cottage in tranquil setting near mediaeval village of Dunster

Cottage in West Somerset District

Reasons to book

About this cottage rental

Amenities

Map of West Somerset District

Nearby attractions

Reviews

FAQs

How much does this cottage cost compared to others in West Somerset District?

Is parking included with this cottage?

Is there a pool at this cottage?

Is Charming Exmoor cottage in tranquil setting near mediaeval village of Dunster pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Charming Exmoor cottage in tranquil setting near mediaeval village of Dunster?

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