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April Cottage, Minehead

Cottage in Minehead, near Exmoor National Park

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Nestled in Minehead, a charming coastal town on the fringes of Exmoor National Park, April Cottage offers a tranquil retreat. The spacious downstairs kitchen/living area is perfect for relaxation and meals. Explore the well-maintained lawn with outdoor seating or visit the games room and putting green within the extensive gardens.

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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Washing machine
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

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You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

April Cottage, Minehead

Property Summary
April Cottage, Minehead is a four-star, semi-detached cottage over two levels, featuring one king-sized double room and a twin room, each with their own en-suite. Should the need arise, the twin bedroom can accommodate a Z bed. Sleeps 4 guests, sorry no dogs.

Main Description
April Cottage on the edge of Minehead features a spacious downstairs kitchen/living area. Upstairs, there are a king-sized double bedroom and a twin bedroom, both equipped with private en-suite facilities. Outside, a well-maintained lawn with outdoor seating connects to the extensive gardens, which house the games room, a children's play area, putting green, and laundry facilities. These gardens are also filled with valuable information on local attractions and detailed guides for walks that start right from our property.

The kitchen is fully equipped with a large cooker, fridge-freezer, microwave, and toaster. The dining area accommodates up to five guests, and the living space ensures comfort for all with a flat-screen TV and DVD player.

Additional amenities include complimentary Wi-Fi. Please note that dogs are not allowed in this property.

This spacious double bedroom features a comfortable full-size double bed accompanied by a wardrobe, dressing table, and wall-mounted convector heating. It also includes an en-suite bathroom equipped with a full-size bath featuring a shower overhead, a wash hand basin, and a WC.

In this twin bedroom, you'll find two full-size single beds, along with a wardrobe, dressing table, and wall-mounted convector heater. There's ample space to accommodate a third full-size Z bed if needed. Additionally, there's an en-suite shower room furnished with an electric shower, wash hand basin, and WC.

Indoor Description
The kitchen area is separated by a breakfast bar and has a fridge freezer, microwave oven, electric oven, and toaster and is fully equipped with all utensils and crockery.
The dining area has a table with seating for up to 5
There are two single armchairs and a sofa, a flat screen television, DVD and electric wall display heater.

The double bedroom has a full size double bed with wardrobe and dressing table and wall mounted convector heating and en-suite bathroom. The bathroom contains a full size bath with shower over, wash hand basin and WC.
The twin bedroom has two full size single beds with wardrobe and dressing table and wall mounted convector heater. There is space to locate a third full size Z bed in the room if required. There is an en-suite shower room with an electric shower, wash hand basin and WC.

There is a laundry room on site, you will need £1 coins for the machines which the owners can supply on request at the door.

Heating is by electric convector heaters throughout.

Outdoor Description
April Cottage is part of a wing of the main house. The Cottage and Lodges are set on a hillside overlooking the slopes of Exmoor in three acres of gardens.

On-site games room with table football & table tennis, putting green, children’s swing & sandpit.

The owners live on site and are there to help with advice and assistance if required.





Parking
Ample parking is available within 80 yards of the door, the owners are able to help with luggage if required.
Electric car charging is forbidden on-site. There are two charging stations in the Alexandra Road Car Park in Minehead.

Pets Description
Sorry, no pets in April Cottage (but they are allowed in other properties on the same site)

Restricted mobility
This has not been completed by the owner.

Exit in case of emergency
This has not been completed by the owner.

Christmas / New Year
This has not been completed by the owner.

The region

Minehead is the largest town on the edge of Exmoor National Park, a welcoming seaside resort on the Somerset coast with stunning views across the Bristol Channel to Wales.



The town is best known as the starting point of the South West Coast Path, England's longest National Trail, which stretches 630 miles from the harbour here all the way to Poole Harbour in Dorset. A sculpture marking Mile Zero stands on the seafront near the old harbour. Minehead has been a working port since the 14th century, and the quay area retains much of its historic charm with narrow lanes and fishermen's cottages clustered at the foot of North Hill.



Higher Town, the oldest part of Minehead, sits on the slopes above the harbour and is home to the medieval Church of St Michael, reached by a steep footpath known as Church Steps that winds between thatched cottages with far-reaching views over the rooftops and out to sea. The Parade and The Avenue form the main shopping streets, where you will find independent shops, cafes, restaurants, and takeaways alongside everyday services. Tesco and Morrisons supermarkets are both on the outskirts of town with long opening hours, and there are banks, a Post Office, pharmacies, and petrol stations.



Blenheim Gardens, opened in 1925, provides six acres of green space in the centre of town with a bandstand, putting green, bowling green, and a pleasant cafe. The medieval village of Dunster, with its castle, yarn market, and tea rooms, is barely two miles away. Every May, Minehead's ancient Hobby Horse tradition brings colour and music to the streets -- a centuries-old celebration of the arrival of spring that is unique to this part of Somerset.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Internet access

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Oven

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

3829

About the area

Minehead is home to this cottage. Holnicote Estate and Dunster Castle are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Exmoor National Park and Quantock Hills. Blenheim Gardens and West Somerset Railway are also worth visiting. Visit our Minehead travel guide
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Minehead, Somerset

What's nearby

  • Sunset from the Valley of the Rocks
    Exmoor National Park
    2 min drive - 0.7 miles
  • This is Dunster Castle, near Minehead in North Somerset.  This is the view you get as you approach, and I just think it's such a beautiful sight, rising up out of the trees.  There's an ancient castle, plus a more modern (as in 17th century modern) Manor House.  The last residents gave it to the National Trust to look after.  Dunster Village is also very pretty and worth a little wander through.
    Dunster Castle
    8 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Blenheim Gardens
    4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Minehead Beach
    4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Porlock Weir Harbour
    14 min drive - 8.5 miles

Getting around

  • Minehead Station
    7 min drive
  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL)
    161 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Duke of Wellington (Wetherspoon)
    3 min drive
  • McDonald's
    5 min drive
  • Pancake Stand
    6 min drive
  • Hotshots Sports Bar
    6 min drive
  • Kiss Coffee
    3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is April Cottage, Minehead pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at April Cottage, Minehead?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at April Cottage, Minehead?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is April Cottage, Minehead located?

Situated in Minehead, this cottage is within 2 miles (3 km) of Exmoor National Park, Blenheim Gardens and Minehead Beach. West Somerset Railway and Holnicote Estate are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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April Cottage, Minehead Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Peter O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

April Cottage

Lovely location ,plenty to do with the added benefit of the games room and putting green close to town nice walk nice well kept garden and seating outside with good views.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Tom W.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025