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Living room
Dining area
Kitchen
Bedroom

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroomSleeps 2110 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Cheddar, Somerset
  • The Cheddar Gorge Cheese Co.
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Cheddar Gorge
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Wookey Hole Caves
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Bristol (BRS-Bristol Intl.)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Gorge View Cottage, Cosy Detached Character Eco-Cottage, With Panoramic Views

Gorge View Cottage is an award-winning sustainable four-star self-catering holiday cottage for two, nestling in the foothills of the Mendip Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. We take bookings of any length from 2 days or more, starting on any day of the week although sorter stays work out at a higher "per night" rate. Please enquire for any period other than complete standard weeks and we'll give you a quote. You can choose to book whole weeks directly through VRBO if you prefer. Or of course check out our own website.
Originally an old gardeners cottage, it was recently fully renovated to exacting environmental standards whilst maintaining its natural charm, with attention paid to sustainability and comfort throughout. For anyone needing a gentle break from the pressures of life Gorge View Cottage has it all; a haven for walkers and nature lovers, with easy access to stunning walks around the Mendip hills and the famous gorge. The caves, shops, pubs, restaurants and cafés all just a few minutes' walk away. Cheddar provides an excellent base for exploring further afield. The beautiful city of Wells, Wookey Hole Caves, the Somerset levels and coast at Brean Down, the market town of Glastonbury with its Tor, ancient Abbey and diverse shops are all within 15 miles. Bristol, Bath and Exeter are an easy and leisurely day trip away.

Property manager

Mary Robson

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
With one double bed only suitable for a couple
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
Sorry but we have had to adopt a no-pets policy
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking allowed on patio, porch protects from rain

Important information

You need to know

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
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Cheddar

Located in Cheddar, this cottage is in a rural area. Cheddar Crazy Golf and Mendip Spring Golf and Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cheddar Gorge and Mendip Hills. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Action Centre or Somerset Speedway. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Cheddar, Somerset

What's nearby

  • Mendip Hills - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • The Cheddar Gorge Cheese Co. - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Cheddar Gorge - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Wookey Hole Caves - 12 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Wells Cathedral - 16 min drive - 14.4 km

Getting around

  • Highbridge & Burnham Station - 25 min drive
  • Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Waterfall Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Swan Inn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Gorge Outdoors - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Riverside Inn - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Cheese Cottage - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Gorge View Cottage, Cosy Detached Character Eco-Cottage, With Panoramic Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Gorge View Cottage, Cosy Detached Character Eco-Cottage, With Panoramic Views?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gorge View Cottage, Cosy Detached Character Eco-Cottage, With Panoramic Views?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Gorge View Cottage, Cosy Detached Character Eco-Cottage, With Panoramic Views located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Mendip Hills and Cheddar Gorge. Cheddar Crazy Golf and The Cheddar Gorge Cheese Co. are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 13 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous Gorge View
Beautiful little cottage with stunning views of the gorge. Such a great location and the hosts are lovely. Will definitely come back again and can highly recommend this accommodation.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Warren M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cosy Cottage
Where shall i start, what a lovely, homely and quaint cottage. The hosts Mary and Huw were friendly and very welcoming. The location was amazing to say the least . We had a wonderful stay and will book again for a summer break. Truly agreat little find. Your guests Warren and Vanda
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neil G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Great little place that is located in the heart of Cheddar. Perfect for what we needed, good base for walking and some decent food places within walking distance.... a lot bigger than we were expecting!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ben H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage in Cheddar
We had a lovely stay, hassle free booking and would recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Philip C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was in a great location in cheddar and other areas to explore in Somerset
Easy to organise and you get messages back quickly confirming things good reliable service
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Summer Holiday
This is a beautiful property excellently furnished and fitted out and exactly mirrored its description. The location is very good being only a couple of hundred yards to the centre of the village with good restaurants and facilities. It does have a gorge view and a lovely large wild garden. The best property we have stayed in.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth T., London

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The most amazing property, perfect location and really lovely hosts.
Mary and huw are the most fabulous people, welcoming and genuinely warm, both very unintrusive and lovely, everything was covered and we didn't need to ask for anything, the property is clean and located in a prime position with views straight to cheddar gorge, we booked for our 10th wedding anniversary and it was money very well spent, there is access to walks very close in every direction and its a 2 minute walk to the gorge and all its quant little tea rooms and cheese/cider shops, i just can't find enough ways to say how perfect this little gardeners cottage is and if offered we would move in permanently tomorrow, i would recommend this place and Mary and huw as hosts to anyone looking for that something special. So looking forward to our return. Thank you again and much love to you.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

netta b.

lovely
enjoyed our stay totally .
Stayed 56 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Gudrun B.

Perfekte Organisation und Informationen, sehr freundlicher und unkomplizierter Vermieter
Das Haus ist sehr sauber, die Küche sehr gut ausgestattet, in den Betten haben wir besser geschlafen als zuhause (und das will was heißen!). Einziges kleines Manko ist der Sitzplatz vor der Tür, wo man neben den parkenden Autos sitzt. Aber dafür darf man ein paar Schritte weiter den riesigen Garten des Vermieters mitbenutzen (ein "gepflegter Dschungel") mit vielen ruhigen Nischen, daher absolut gerechtfertigte volle Punktzahl!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Steve G.

Lovely Eco Cottage
In a great location just out of the village but within walking distance to all amenities. The cottage is lovely, very comfortable and tastefully furnished and the owners were very friendly & helpful. I especially enjoyed the eco slant to the cottage - no artificial smells from sheets, use of eco products etc There's some great walks on the Mendips nearby and Glastonbury & Wells are also within easy reach. I can highly recommend this cottage.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Patricia G., Travels include the USA, UK, France, Netherlands, Italy, Hungary, Croatia, etc.

Our cozy "home" stay at View Gorge
Charming little cottage in pristine condition with a wonderful view of gorge and village; a very short walk to pubs, shops, and delicious ice cream (over 50 flavors!). Host Hew was most helpful and pleasant. Home garden supplied us with fresh raspberries! Stayed nine days in Somerset, first time, while exploring the area and searching for ancestral roots in towns and villages. Cheddar Gorge Village is delightful, with wonderful history, and Cheddar cheese is actually produced right there. The nearby grocery is well stocked; we LOVED the Warburton's multi-grain bread! Also arranged for special sunrise tour of Stonehenge and tour of Roman Baths; met tour group from London at site, excellent and highly recommend. Attended a local Rotary dinner meeting at Burrington and met wonderful, interesting locals. A special visit was arranged for us to meet with the Rotarian member/proprietor and tour his family operated Lye Cross Farms, which produces wonderful cheeses and more! It is a totally integrated, self-sustaining farming system of which the family and Somerset should be very proud! As we were told, "the cow reigns supreme"!!! FYI, ensuite bedroom is upstairs, but no problem negotiating stairs. Driveway entrance/exit onto very narrow two-way lane requires great caution, esp. for Americans driving on "wrong" side of roads! Also, guests should bring bath soaps and shampoo. If we return to the area would stay again and will recommend to fellow travelers!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Rachael T.

A delightful property in a perfect spot
Gorge View is a delightful little cottage, perfect for a cosy stay for 2 people. It is very well maintained, eco-friendly and in a perfect spot both for visiting the Gorge area but also the surrounding area of Somerset. It is in walking distance of all the local shops, restaurants and pubs as well as the Cheddar caves and Gorge. It has a lovely outlook to the front and rear; the frontal aspect facing the Gorge and the rear towards the beautiful garden which we enjoyed relaxing in. The owners are extremely welcoming and helpful with lots of tips about everything you need to know. We thoroughly enjoyed a very restful week away and would highly recommend the property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

katherine y.

A beautiful quaint cottage overlooking the Gorge.
Myself and my husband had a wonderful stay here. Beautiful Eco-cottage, with stunning views and walks from the doorstep. Very cosy and comfortable with attention to detail. A good base to explore further afield. We had a wonderful, relaxing week and will be recommending to family and friends for holidays here.

About the host

Hosted by Mary Robson

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I live with my husband Huw in the main house opposite Gorge View Cottage, so are nearby if you have questions about your stay, what to do in the area etc. I trained as a nurse and later after bringing up our family I trained in psychotherapy and counselling and still have a local practice.

Why they chose this property

We moved to the Mendips almost 20 years ago, when Huw (my husband) relocated to Bristol. We knew that Somerset was the place we wanted to be, and just over the Mendips everything gets quieter - a healthy 20 miles from cities of Bristol and Bath (close, but not too close).
Cheddar nestles on the edge of the beautiful Mendips Hills and yet the Somerset Levels begin here stretching southwards. We have the lovely city of Wells nearby, and Glastonbury with its Tor not much further, and yet the coast is only 10 miles away. If we fancy more adventurous outings we are an easy day's trip to the South Coast (the Jurassic Coast in Dorset is a UNESCO heritage site), Exmoor, Dartmoor and Cornwall.
So for us and the family it has it all.

What makes this property unique

The cottage opposite the main house is an old gardener's cottage that had been modified as a garage with store rooms many years ago. But it was close to collapse and we decided to renovate it as a living space for ourselves, and to do this in the most environmentally sound way we could (reflected we feel in the Green Tourism "Gold" award we were awarded).
With our children leaving home at about the same time we then thought to part rent the cottage for holiday letting: we are after all in a beautiful tourist spot and the cottage enjoys the best views of Cheddar Gorge and the Mendips. A quiet location but so close to pubs, cafes, gorge shops and restaurants.
So anyone, or any couple, looking for a modern but characterful eco-cottage in a great location should find Gorge View Cottage has it all.

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