Escape to Garden Cottage, a charming stone cottage in Wiveliscombe (Somerset) perfect for couples. Recently updated with modern appliances and underfloor heating in the bathroom for a cozy stay. The cottage features an airy double bedroom upstairs, an open-plan living area, and a stylish shower room with walk-in shower and underfloor heating. Please note, there is no oven, but there is a smart microwave oven, toaster, kettle, sink, and single halogen hob in the compact kitchenette.
Set in the owner's garden, Garden Cottage offers a shared outdoor space for you to relax and unwind. Bed linen and towels are provided, and the cottage is equipped with electric oil-filled radiators for extra warmth. Plus, heating, electricity, and Wi-Fi are included in your stay.
Conveniently located just 400 meters from the town's shops, pubs, and restaurants, Garden Cottage is an excellent base for exploring Exmoor, the Quantocks, and the Brendon Hills. Sorry, no dogs allowed. Check-in is from 4 pm, and check-out is by 10 am. Don't miss out on this unique and characterful cottage - book your stay today!
FacilitiesThe kitchenette comprises of a smart microwave oven, fridge, single induction hob, kettle, toaster, tea pot, cafetière, a variety of cookware, utensils, cutlery, crockery and glasses.
A television is provided for use with a BT Box via the internet. Wireless internet is available and a hair dryer provided.
Electricity and heating costs are included in the price of your accommodation. Garden Cottage is heated by electric oil radiators in the two main rooms plus underfloor heating in the bathroom supplemented by an electric blow heater. Heating will be programmed for you but can be adjusted to suit your preferences if required.
Bed linen, duvet, pillows, electric blanket and towels are provided, but please bring your own beach towels if you wish to take towels with you on day trips.
Sorry, no dogs.
LocationWiveliscombe -- known locally as 'Wivey' -- is a friendly market town on the southern edge of the Exmoor hills, set among rolling Somerset countryside between the Brendon Hills and the Quantock Hills.
The town has a long and proud history as a centre for agriculture and brewing. Its handsome Georgian and Victorian buildings line The Square and Silver Street, and there is a strong community spirit with a weekly market, independent shops, and a welcoming atmosphere that makes it an excellent base for a quieter Exmoor holiday.
Town Amenities
Wiveliscombe has a good range of everyday shops and services for a small town. You will find a Co-op supermarket, a post office, a pharmacy, a butcher, a bakery, and several independent shops selling gifts, antiques, and local produce. There is also a medical centre, a dentist, a primary school, and a library. The town has a heated outdoor swimming pool (open in summer), sports pitches, and a recreation ground with a children's play area.
Nearby Shopping
Taunton, approximately 10 miles to the south-east, is the county town of Somerset and the nearest large shopping centre. It has Sainsbury's, Tesco, Waitrose, Asda, and Lidl supermarkets, a wide range of high street shops, and the Orchard Shopping Centre. Taunton also has a cinema, a museum, a theatre, and a mainline railway station with direct services to London Paddington.
For Exmoor-specific shops and visitor centres, Dulverton is approximately 12 miles to the north-west and has the Exmoor National Park Visitor Centre, several independent shops, a butcher, and a chemist.
