Sharpe Cottage, Wiveliscombe

Facilities
The large kitchen at Sharpe Cottage is fully equipped and includes an integrated fridge-freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, along with a bean-to-cup coffee machine, toaster and kettle. Other equipment includes a variety of cookware, kitchen utensils, cutlery, crockery and glasses. For cooking, there is a traditional Aga which gives the room a nice ambient temperature at all times of year, there is a also an electric oven and hob.

The comfortable sitting room has a TV with [Freeview/Netflix/to confirm] along with a selection of books and games.

A hairdryer is provided in every bedroom, and there's also an iron and ironing board for your convenience.

600-thread Egyptian cotton bed linen, duvets and pillows are provided, along with Egyptian cotton towels and bathrobes and slippers for each guest. Please bring your own beach towels if you plan to take them out on day trips.

A welcome hamper will be awaiting you on arrival, along with tea and coffee to get you started. There may be a small selection of non-perishable store cupboard items available. Cleaning materials including washing up liquid, dishwasher tablets and surface cleaner will be present in the property, along with two toilet rolls per toilet and hand wash.

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Location
Wiveliscombe - 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.