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Virginia Cottage - Minehead

Ellicombe, near Minehead, Somerset
Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Change Sat
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Swimming pool
Family friendly
Fishing on site / nearby
Games / Play facilities
Internet access
Enclosed garden / patio
Decorated for Christmas
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
Complex
Country houses
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At a glance

  • Grade II Listed characterful cottage set in a cobbled courtyard with a private seating area
  • Take a dip in the shared heated outdoor swimming pool, challenge your family to a giant game of chess, play on the swings in the beautiful gardens or snuggle up by the Fire Pit with unlimited logs and giant marshmallows all located on site
  • Close to Minehead with its beach, shops, cafes, pubs, The West Somerset Steam Railway and the beautiful medieval village of Dunster
  • The perfect location for cold water swimming as the pool remains open but not heated from October to April and there are numerous local spots for sea swimming and wild swimming
Property code: OC-90924

This Grade II-listed cottage is situated in a secluded coastal spot on the edge of Exmoor. It is perfectly located just half a mile from the seaside town of Minehead, with its sandy beach, shops, cafes, pubs, restaurants, the West Somerset Railway. The medieval Exmoor village of Dunster is just half a mile away with its castle, shops, tearooms, pubs and restaurants. From Dunster, head onto the moors and enjoy the awe-inspiring landscape of Exmoor National Park. Venture along the coast and visit the seaside villages of Blue Anchor (4 miles) and Porlock (7 miles), or visit Watchet (8 miles) with its lovely marina.

Enter this Grade II-listed cottage, up a couple of steps, into the kitchen which is perfect for rustling up some home-cooked meals. From the kitchen, make your way into the open-plan lounge/dining area where you can put your feet up and watch the SmartTV/DVD from the comfy sofas, or tuck into your culinary creations at the wooden dining table. From the lounge, head upstairs to the two bedrooms: a master double bedroom and a twin bedroom. Completing the accommodation is a shower room.

Head outside and you will find a private seating area, which is a lovely spot for al fresco dining. There is also a shared 1-acre sub-tropical garden, filled with mature palm trees and exotic plants, with seating, a ‘secret garden’, a giant outdoor chess set, a children’s swing, and views over the West Somerset Steam Railway and the Bristol Channel. Enjoy the communal fire pit with giant marshmallows for toasting. Come and feed the goats and sheep in the 2 acre paddock and say hello to the miniature Shetland pony.

Dog walks abound straight from the cottage door and with a dog wash area and towels provided, you know your 4 legged friend will have a fabulous time too.

The highlight of the outside space is the heated outdoor swimming pool which is set in its own walled area with poolside furniture.

Silver award winners of the 'Surfers Against Sewage' award! A marine conservation and campaigning charity.

  • 2 bedrooms – 1 double and 1 twin
  • 1 shower room with power shower, sink and WC
  • Hairdryer
  • Electric hob and oven, microwave, and fridge with ice compartment
  • Shared utility room with freezer, clothes airer
  • Coin launderettes in the area.
  • Highchair, travel cot and stairgate available on request
  • Local toiletries and local tea, coffee and hot chocolate and marshmallows provided
  • Smart TV / DVD and DAB Radio in the lounge
  • Supermarket delivery available
  • Wi-Fi
  • Private courtyard seating area with a charcoal BBQ
  • Communal Fire Pit with unlimited logs and giant marshmallows for toasting
  • Shared 2-acre sub-tropical garden with a secret garden, outdoor chess, a children’s swing and seating
  • Shared outdoor swimming pool (Heated May - September open 10am-6pm) The pool is also available for cold water swimming October - April by appointment. The pool has steps at the shallow end but please note there is no ladder or handrail
  • Sauna and ice bath in the swimming pool area, separate booking required to be arranged directly with the homeowner
  • Shared 2-acre paddock with goats (oats to feed the goats provided), sheep and a miniature Shetland pony
  • Private parking for 1 car
  • Secure storage for bikes and a dedicated wash off area
  • Pub 0.5 miles, shop 1 mile, beach 1.5 miles
  • Dog crate, water bowls, towels and wash off area and treats provided
  • Low, sloping ceilings on the first floor
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Rachel Loosemore

This property is personally managed by Rachel.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

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Reviewed by Caroline 13th September 2025

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Lovely clean cottage in a perfect location for the area. The owners are very friendly people and were always happy to help. Lots of little extras to make you and your dogs feel at home and have a lovely break. The gardens are beautiful and lovely for a stroll. The use of the big shared firepit a bonus along with the heated pool. Sadly we didnt get Read morethe time or weather to use either but Im sure we will next time we visit. Walking distance to Minehead and Dunster whose castle merits a visit. Hide

Reviewed by Michelle 25th August 2025

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We had a fantastic week. What wonderful hosts! All the little touches and we loved the cottage and our time there. We will def be back again

Reviewed by Ashleigh 26th July 2025

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Our group rented 3 of the cottages at Ellicome and have had the most amazing week! Couldn't ask for anymore from a holiday. Loads to do around, but the children just really wanted to pool which was fabulous! Cottages were perfect no complaints. Thanks so much!

Reviewed by Julie 24th May 2025

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The cottage was so cozy had everything you could ever need all the little touches were second to none I got quite emotional leaving it

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