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The Annexe, Near Dunster

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Dunster, Somerset
  • Dunster Castle
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Dunster Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Minehead Beach
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Cardiff (CWL-Cardiff Intl.)
    ‪158 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Garden

About this property

The Annexe, Near Dunster

Property Summary
The Annexe 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 two bedrooms, one with double bed and one twin bedroom.

Main Description
Set slightly apart from the other cottages, The Annexe has uninterrupted views across our fields and the Avill Valley, and catches the afternoon and evening sun.

Sleeps up to 4 guests
Two bedrooms; one double one twin
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 parking
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.

Indoor Description
Entry to The Annexe is over a little wooden bridge and then up two steps, to the French Doors. Downstairs there is a kitchen and dining/living room with a woodburner. Upstairs there is a double bedroom, a twin bedroom and a bathroom (with shower).

Bed linen is provided, towels can be hired for £3 per person.

Central heating and electricity is included

Outdoor Description
The cottages are set within 9 acres of land that you are welcome to explore, there are picnic areas and a safe river for paddling - in warmer weather!

The cottage also shares with the other cottages:
Hard tennis court which operates on a "turn up & play" system (racquets & balls available to borrow)
Indoor heated pool and spa bath - open all year round with changing and shower facilities (children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult). The pool is 36′ × 16′6" (11m x 5m) with a depth of 1.15 m (the pool is flat-bottomed, there isn't a deep end as it's unmanned). The pool is intended for adults and children's use.
Games room with pool table, table tennis table, table football & mini trampoline
A large trampoline which is 14ft round and has a protective barrier netting (adult supervision required; please remove shoes)
Football net is situated in the "play paddock" where guests often play cricket or badminton, fly kites etc. There are also two picnic benches (please keep dogs on a lead in this shared area)
Gate Lodge Play Centre is a two-story playhouse with swings, slide, fireman’s pole & assault course
The owner's Shetland ponies, Freddie and Phoenix, are often grazing in the nearby paddock
There is also a shared information room where guests can find a payphone, information brochures, children's books, videos and DVDs.

Parking
As The Annexe is the furthest cottage from the main car park, this property has an allocated car parking space in the secondary courtyard approx 35 meters from the front door. Any additional cars can be unloaded here but should then be parked in the main car park.

Pets Description
This has not been completed by the owner.

Restricted mobility
This has not been completed by the owner.

Exit in case of emergency
This has not been completed by the owner.

Christmas / New Year
This has not been completed by the owner.

The region
Located in the picturesque Avill Valley, within Exmoor National Park, and near to Dunster and Minehead, the cottage is in a perfect location for family holidays, romantic breaks or a get-away with your dogs. No matter what you want from your holiday, there’s something for everyone - cyclists, hikers, horse riders and families will all love the rugged and epic landscape on the doorstep. West Somerset
and North Devon have wonderful coastlines and stunning countryside, just waiting for you to explore!

Property manager

Chris

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Minehead

Minehead is home to this cottage. Exmoor National Park and Holnicote Estate reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include The Chocolate House and West Somerset Railway. Travelling with kids? Consider Blenheim Gardens and Tropiquaria Zoo.
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Dunster, Somerset

What's nearby

  • Dunster Castle - 3 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Dunster Beach - 10 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Minehead Beach - 12 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Porlock Weir Harbour - 19 min drive - 18.8 km
  • Dunkery Beacon - 28 min drive - 13.0 km

Getting around

  • Minehead Station - 12 min drive
  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 158 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Britannia Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Kildare Lodge - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Hairy Dog - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Coaster Coffee - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Dunster Working Watermill - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does The Annexe, Near Dunster have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is The Annexe, Near Dunster pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Annexe, Near Dunster?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Annexe, Near Dunster?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Annexe, Near Dunster located?

This family-friendly Minehead cottage is within 3 mi (5 km) of Dunster Working Watermill, The Chocolate House and Dunster Castle. St George's Church and Dunster Dolls Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

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Reviews

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8/10 Good

Ian M.

The Annexe was in a good location within the ground and well equipped with all in good working order

The Annexe was in a good location within the ground and well equipped with all in good working order. The outdoor games area was well maintained, the indoor games room was equipped with table tennis, table football and a pool table which had all the balls for both pool and snooker. The pool table was in need of some TLC but had four or five cues a rest and chalk. The swimming pool was vary good with a large pool and hot tub. The upstairs bedrooms and bathroom of the accommodation were bright and hairy, but the down stair living area smelled of dog and three piece suite was tired, but comfortable and took several applications of Febreze to reduce the smell. Overall we had a good time and would stay there again. Ian from Manchester
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10/10 Excellent

joao q.

I had a nice experience in The Annexe. I really recommend this place.*****

I had a nice experience in The Annexe. I really recommend this place.*****
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8/10 Good

Angie L.

Lovely location plenty of walks close by

Lovely location plenty of walks close by

About the host

Hosted by Chris

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Located in the picturesque Avill Valley, within Exmoor National Park, and near to Dunster and Minehead, the cottage is in a perfect location for family holidays, romantic breaks or a get-away with your dogs. No matter what you want from your holiday, there’s something for everyone - cyclists, hikers, horse riders and families will all love the rugged and epic landscape on the doorstep. West Somerset
and North Devon have wonderful coastlines and stunning countryside, just waiting for you to explore!

Languages:

English