Title: Charming Exmoor cottage in tranquil setting near mediaeval village of Dunster Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Charming Exmoor cottage in tranquil setting near mediaeval village of Dunster Cottage in Minehead with kitchen and fireplace ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34040000/34034900/34034824/007ba15e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34040000/34034900/34034824/0b9cbb00.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34040000/34034900/34034824/eaf41d1a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34040000/34034900/34034824/f597123f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34040000/34034900/34034824/20f2a5a7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In the charming village of Timberscombe, this cottage offers a peaceful retreat. Unwind by the log-burning fire in the lounge or explore the surrounding moorland and forest walks. The kitchen/diner is well-equipped with a range cooker, while upstairs you'll find two bedrooms and a bathroom with separate shower and bath. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Barbecue grill - Parking available - Washer - Fireplace - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Charming Exmoor cottage in tranquil setting near mediaeval village of Dunster 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. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Stereo - TV - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Phone ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - Near a hospital - Near the bay - Near the sea ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Swimming nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92800000/92792000/92791956/8a2601c4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming Bungalow , much upgraded Near a beach ,farm shop and steam railway WATCHET - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.4 Exceptional 8 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-18&endDate=2025-11-19&selected=92791956&PinnedHotelID=92791956&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27130000/27121700/27121699/0b0eadd6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautifully restored 2 bedroom, pet friendly cottage, ideal for exploring Exmoor Dunster - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 9.8 Exceptional 108 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-18&endDate=2025-11-19&selected=27121699&PinnedHotelID=27121699&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36430000/36428000/36427946/e3ed9b09.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Court Farm Holiday Cottages Minehead - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Parking included 9.8 Exceptional 7 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-18&endDate=2025-11-19&selected=36427946&PinnedHotelID=36427946&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34060000/34055000/34054993/0a8f4b8a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Parsonage Farm Stables, with stunning views down to the sea Porlock - Sea view - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 81 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-18&endDate=2025-11-19&selected=34054993&PinnedHotelID=34054993&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109380000/109370300/109370269/23d9c1c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Peaceful. 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit 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 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C51.16815%2C-3.49280&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=lFhNwHKbyAo691OITRlKEw-EoiI=) Minehead, ENG #### What's nearby - Dunster Castle - 5 min drive - 3.4 miles - Exmoor National Park - 6 min drive - 3.6 miles - Minehead Beach - 10 min drive - 5.9 miles - Dunster Beach - 11 min drive - 5.2 miles - Porlock Weir Harbour - 23 min drive - 10.6 miles #### Getting around - Minehead Station - 16 min drive - Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 165 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive - ‪The Duke of Wellington (Wetherspoon) - ‬9 min drive - ‪The Queen's Head Inn - ‬9 min drive - ‪Mr Micawbers - ‬9 min drive - ‪Brewers Fayre - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Charming Exmoor cottage in tranquil setting near mediaeval village of Dunster pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Charming Exmoor cottage in tranquil setting near mediaeval village of Dunster? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Charming Exmoor cottage in tranquil setting near mediaeval village of Dunster? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Charming Exmoor cottage in tranquil setting near mediaeval village of Dunster located? > Situated by the sea, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Dunster Working Watermill, Dunster Dolls Museum and Dunster Castle. The Chocolate House and St George's Church are also within 3 miles (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Charming Exmoor cottage in tranquil setting near mediaeval village of Dunster Reviews 9.8 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location 10 - Excellent 131 8 - Good 19 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David P. 3 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy 3rd time staying here and the 3rd time is the charm. Great house. Great hosts. Zero complaints or issues. ##### David P. Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Annette A. 12 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful views and location Beds really comfy everything u needed in house hope to stay again ##### Annette A. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tim M. 14 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing stay We spent a quiet 4 days using the rental as a base for walks in the area and region. The kitchen had everything you need in terms of basics, and the lounge was comfortable with a charming wood burning stove. The bed was very comfortable. Would definitely go back. ##### Tim M. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert S. 18 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### honeymoon trip a very pretty house in a lovely little village amazing scenery great walks ##### Robert S. Stayed 10 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert S. 17 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Early autumn in timberscombe Our second stay at the cottage was as peaceful and relaxing as the first time ##### Robert S. Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Irene W. 27 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Really nice 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 ##### Irene W. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rebecca1 B. 6 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice property, good location We enjoyed our stay here, peaceful, close to beach, Dunster castle, host helpful and. communicative. Thank you. ##### Rebecca1 B. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### susan and w., Wiltshire 15 Oct 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Really lovely quirky and comfortable cottage We had a great stay. The property is lovely. Spacious and comfortable and warm with everything required for self catering. Lots of lovely touches from the owners, like fresh flowers, artwork on the walls, some logs for the wood burner and hand soap which is much appreciated. The little garden area is a really nice place to sit and catch any sunshine. Very enjoyable stay. ##### susan and w. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert P. 12 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Timberscombe Holiday 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. ##### Robert P. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jenny H. 22 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Had a wonderful stay the cottage had everything you could possibly need - the garden was lovely as well.Enjoyed the area visiting Dunster, Watchet, Porlock, Cleeve Abbey, Exmoor and Minehead - alll were easy to get to.Would highly recommend staying here. ##### Jenny H. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Martin V. 16 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely and Quiet Home The house is really beautiful and is situated in a very quiet and neighbourhood. We thoroughly enjoyed our time. Dunster and Minehead are close by and other destinations can be reached easily by car. ##### Martin V. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Selene M. 22 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely cottage Had a lovely stay here again. Great location and has everything you need for a relaxing stay. ##### Selene M. Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Ann C. 31 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy #### Chrisrmas break The property was fine and the owner could not have been more helpful allowing us to check in early and being very welcoming. The service provided by vebro was not so good saying we had not paid when we had and being very difficult to contact to resolve this and other issues. and ##### Ann C. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sean S. 13 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great little getaway Beautiful, clean, well-equipped terrace cottage in a lovely quiet village. ##### Sean S. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David P. 21 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Best house in the best village. The title says it all. You'll struggle to find a better holiday home and better village in all of the UK. ##### David P. Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### PETER L. 8 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### very good 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. ##### PETER L. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wiepie B. 1 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Leuke woning in gezellig dorp. Een sfeervolle woning met gezellige tuin, waarin je nog heerlijk van de zon kan genieten. Alles wat je nodig hebt is aanwezig, inclusief vaatwasser en wasmachine. De omgeving is geweldig voor wandelen. De eigenaresse gaf zeer uitgebreide informatie om de omgeving te verkennen. ##### Wiepie B. Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ralph G. 27 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice stay 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. ##### Ralph G. Stayed 3 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Benjamin F. 1 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely cottage in a lovely place 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. ##### Benjamin F. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maren E. 30 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Just perfect 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! ##### Maren E. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katrina W. 24 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect for Exmoor 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! ##### Katrina W. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Barrie B. 10 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### All we needed Great cottage for our stay. The stream/ford at the end of the lane was a delight. ##### Barrie B. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Rebecca C. 1 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cute cottage in lovely Timberscombe 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. ##### Rebecca C. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### alan m. 8 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful 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. ##### alan m. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan S. 1 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely peaceful cottage 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. ##### Susan S. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023