Title: Seagulls Rest, Minehead 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 # Seagulls Rest, Minehead Cottage in Minehead ![4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27580000/27575800/27575777/f139399a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27580000/27575800/27575777/e29d4d33.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Microwave, oven, dishwasher, high chair](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27580000/27575800/27575777/4a84f62c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Microwave, oven, dishwasher, high chair](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27580000/27575800/27575777/90a3d3f7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27580000/27575800/27575777/98a90301.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In Minehead, Seagulls Rest offers a peaceful retreat with sea views from every window at the front of the house. Unwind in the enclosed courtyard or take a short walk to Minehead Beach and enjoy nearby pubs and restaurants. With WiFi, heating, and electricity included as well as off-road parking for one car, this Victorian-era home provides convenience. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7 ## Popular amenities - - - Dryer - Washer - 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. ### Seagulls Rest, Minehead Property Summary Seagulls Rest in Minehead is situated on a quiet part of the sea front and enjoys sea views from every window at the front of the house. It is a spacious property set out over three floors, and can accommodate up to 7 guests in four bedrooms Main Description Seagulls Rest In Minehead is a stone-built semi-detached holiday home dating back to the Victorian era. It's literally just a stones throw to Minehead sea front from the front door, just cross the road and you are there! Sleeps 7 guests in four bedrooms Two double bedrooms, one twin and one single bedroom Shower room with toilet on the ground floor Family bathroom (shower plus corner bath) on the first floor Enclosed courtyard Off road parking for one car Parking permit for a second car if required Short walk to the sandy part of Minehead Beach Easy walking distance to pubs and restaurants and the town Popular fishing area on adjacent beach Near the start of the South West Coast Path Wifi, heating and electricity included Bed linen and towels are provided (please bring your own beach towels) Arrive from 4 pm Depart by 10 am The front door entrance is at the side of the property into a small Hall with stairs leading to the first floor and the sitting room to the left and the dining room to the right. The sitting room is at the front of the cottage both windows affording lovely views over the Bristol Channel. The dining room has a large table with ample room to seat 8. The kitchen is the far side of the dining room and an external door leads to the courtyard garden. At the far end of the kitchen is the shower room, with toilet and hand basin. On the first floor there are two of the bedrooms, one double bedroom with dressing room area and sea views, and one single bedroom (also with sea view). The family bathroom is also on the first floor, comprising corner bath, shower unit, toilet and hand basin. The other two bedrooms are on the second floor, one double bed and one twin (with sea view). Two dogs (max) are welcome by prior arrangement, for supplement of £15. Please do not leave your dogs alone in the property and do not allow them on the furniture. Indoor Description The kitchen is fitted with new appliances including an integrated fridge/freezer, dishwasher, oven and hob, washing machine and tumble dryer. There is also an Italian coffee maker (for use on the hob) and a cafetiere provided. Wifi for 2020 has been upgraded to a 33mb+ service and Wi-Fi mesh installed throughout house to give high bandwidth in every room. The property benefits from gas-fired central heating throughout, which can be adjusted as required. There is one TV in the property, in the lounge (not including Sky). Bed linen and towels are provided. Please bring your own towels if you wish to take towels to the beach or on day-trips. There are portable fans in each bedroom, they will either be obvious or stored in the wardrobe/s. A high chair is provided and plenty of space in the single bedroom for a travel cot (cot not provided). A single fold up bed is available, but is not made up with linen, or pillow. Outdoor Description Seagulls Rest has a private courtyard area that has been tiled (2020) with slate. There is a six seater patio set, and other seating. The raised stepped wall offers a lovely place to have a cup of coffee and watch the sea in front of the house! The area by the front door is a tarmacked area where a car can be parked. There is no BBQ provided but you are welcome to use one. . ​ Parking There is space to park one car in the courtyard area beside the cottage, inside the garden gates. Plus, one parking permit is provided for a second car if required (it will be left inside the cottage for you). This permit can be used to park in any of the parking spaces along Quay West and Quay St in Minehead (please though avoid parking outside neighbours properties). If you have more than 2 cars in your group, there is pay and display parking along Quay West, there are machines along the road or you can use the Phone and Pay app, (a weekly permit bought via Phone and Pay costs £25). The nearest free parking is on the North Hill road, where you can walk down a short path to the harbour. Please note: When there is a storm, large stones can be thrown up from the beach! These can be thrown half way across the road so we suggest that if a storm is forecast - leave extra cars down in the public car park by the Old Ship Aground pub. EV charging is not permitted from the property. There are EV charging stations in the town: \- North Road car park, Minehead TA24 5AY \- Alexandra Road car park, Minehead TA24 5DP \- McDonalds car park, Vulcan Rd, Minehead TA24 6DG \- Seaward Way, Minehead TA24 6DF Pets Description Two dogs (max) are welcome for supplement of £15 each. Please do not leave your dogs alone in the property and do not allow them on the furniture and we would appreciate it if they can be kept out of the bedrooms. 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 We have a 5 foot lit Christmas tree that will be laid out in the dining room for Christmas week. The region Minehead is one of West Somerset's best known and well-loved coastal resorts, nestling as between the slopes of Exmoor and the sea. The town offers a wide range of attractions, including the beach, promenade, harbour, beautiful gardens and colourful tree lined avenue with an array of shops and services. Dominated by the wooded slopes of North Hill, the whole area is renowned for its outstanding natural beauty and there are superb walks over open moor land, through woodland and along the coast. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Limited on-site parking (max 1 space) ### Food and drink - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### 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 ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96560000/96555400/96555340/ad05259d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Captain's Cottage, Minehead Minehead - 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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 2354 ## 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%7C51.21482%2C-3.47707&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=9O583rOa_ga3nlSH-YnpwLhjcx4=) Minehead, Somerset #### What's nearby - Minehead Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles - Blenheim Gardens - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles - Dunster Castle - 7 min drive - 3.9 miles - Dunster Beach - 14 min drive - 2.6 miles - Porlock Weir Harbour - 17 min drive - 10.6 miles #### Getting around - Minehead Station - 15 min walk - Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 161 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive - ‪The Duke of Wellington (Wetherspoon) - ‬17 min walk - ‪The Old Ship Aground - ‬2 min walk - ‪The Queen's Head Inn - ‬16 min walk - ‪Mr Micawbers - ‬14 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Seagulls Rest, Minehead pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Seagulls Rest, Minehead? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Seagulls Rest, Minehead? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Seagulls Rest, Minehead located? > Situated in Minehead, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Minehead Beach, Blenheim Gardens and West Somerset Railway. Dunster Beach and Exmoor National Park are also within 3 miles (5 km). Minehead Station is 15 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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