Allerford Cottage is part of a complex of charming country cottages in a beautiful setting of the Avill Valley between Dunster and Timberscombe, within the Exmoor National Park. This property is well-suited to families having three bedrooms, one double bed one twin bedroom, and a single. Allerford Cottage occupies the north end of the West Barn in what used to be an engine shed and part of a roomy stone barn. There are two entrances, one from just off the main courtyard on the lower ground floor, and the other from the back of the West Barn on the upper ground floor via an enclosed patio garden, which is relatively dog-proof.
Sleeps up to 5 guests
Three bedrooms; one double, one twin, one single
Dogs welcome (2 max) for £20 per dog
Bed linen provided
Towels can be hired for £3 per person
Cots and high chairs available on request
Shared indoor heating swimming pool, spa bath and games room
On-site car park
Wifi, heating and electricity is included (heating provided by Biomass Boiler)
Idyllic location with 9 acres of land to explore
Saturday changeover
Short breaks available outside of the main school holidays
Arrive between 3 pm and 6 pm
Depart by 10 am
The 4-star complex of cottages consist of a variety of cottages with varying numbers of beds to best suit your needs whether that's sleeping 2 guests or up to 6 per cottage, making this an ideal place to holiday as a family, with your children, as a couple or in a larger group.
During restrictions, the pool will be open and each cottage will have the opportunity to book a private slot. The pool was operated like this last year during restrictions and it worked very well.
The games room will be open with the door left open for ventilation, with hand sanitiser will be available outside.
This cottage is located in Minehead. Exmoor National Park and Holnicote Estate reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include The Chocolate House and Blenheim Gardens. Exmoor Owl & Hawk Centre and Exmoor Adventures are also worth visiting.
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