Experience a memorable holiday at Stables Cottage, one of the four self-catering holiday cottages in Ellicombe's courtyard near Dunster and Minehead in Somerset. This charming cottage is perfectly situated to explore the medieval village of Dunster and the coastal town of Minehead, with each just a mile away. Stables Cottage sleeps up to 4 guests and features a double and a twin bedroom, an open-plan kitchen and living area, and a shared outdoor heated swimming pool (open May to September).
Enjoy the stunning sub-tropical gardens and a 3-acre paddock with panoramic views of the West Somerset Steam Railway and the Welsh coast. The property is pet-friendly, and up to 2 dogs are welcome to join you. Bed linen and towels are provided, as well as local specialty Miles tea and coffee, sugar, salt & pepper, olive oil, and luxury toiletries and hand soap.
You'll find an external laundry room with a freezer, washing machine, and tumble dryer (shared with other properties on-site, honesty box), and cleaning materials like washing up liquid, dishcloths, and cleaning sprays are also provided. You'll receive two toilet rolls, and a pint of local milk is provided for your convenience.
Arrive from 4 pm and depart by 10 am. A security deposit of £100 is required when booking this property, which will be refunded after your stay, provided there is no damage to the property or its contents. Don't miss the opportunity to create wonderful memories at Stables Cottage in Somerset.
FacilitiesOpen-plan living/dining room with Smart TV and vaulted ceiling. Kitchen with cooker, microwave and under-counter fridge freezer.
Bedroom 1 has a double bed. At the other end of the property you go up one step to the bathroom and bedroom 2, with twin beds. The bathroom comprises a shower over the bath, toilet and hand basin.
A travel cot and high chair can be provided, please request this when you make your booking. Please note, bedding will not be provided for the cot.
Electricity and heating costs are included in the price of your accommodation. The Cottage is fitted with gas central heating throughout.
Bed linen and towels, including large bath sheets, are provided for your convenience. Separate towels are provided for use at the pool and are replenished daily.
Local specialty Miles tea, coffee and hot chocolate are provided as well as sugar, salt & pepper and olive oil. A pint of local milk is provided to ensure you can have a hot drink as soon as you arrive.
Cleaning materials such as washing up liquid, dishwasher tablets and washing powder will be present in the property. One or two toilet rolls will be provided.
For your four legged friends: dog towels, bowls, blankets, poo bags and treats are all provided.
There is access to an outside tap for washing off muddy dogs and bikes.
LocationMinehead 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.
