Dog Friendly Cottages in Somerset

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What our customers say about their holidays

• Janet Y. - Verified booking

  Horner Cottage more than lived up to our expectations. As we opened the front door were greeted by warmth, a delicate perfume and a beautiful bouquet of flowers from the garden on the hall table. In the kitchen there was a generous welcome gift enclosed in a card by Jo Taylor, an artist who stays th.... Horner Cottage more than lived up to our expectations. As we opened the front door were greeted by warmth, a delicate perfume and a beautiful bouquet of flowers from the garden on the hall table. In the kitchen there was a generous welcome gift enclosed in a card by Jo Taylor, an artist who stays there. Even more, the welcome folder enclosed a walkers' map of the area for us to keep. How very thoughtful! On further exploration we found the delightful cottage to be surprisingly spacious for the two of us. The lounge contained helpful guidebooks but our favourite was a large book with historic photographs of Selworthy and Luccombe. A guide at Dunster Castle was most insistent that we should visit Watchet the next day, Wednesday, as it was also Market Day. This we did, but we made it extra special by travelling there from Dunster Station on a steam train (parking £1). The Kitchen, East Quay, provided a superb vegetarian lunch. Parking was not as ideal in Porlock for the magnificent Exmoor Coaster trip. Beware, Doverhay Car Park, the location of the bus stop, is only a short stay car park! Unexpectedly, friends were staying in Selworthy at the same time. We enjoyed a memorable meal together at The Lower Ship in Porlock Weir, a perfect venue. The pork and salmon dishes were excellent. There's a vehicle registration recognition system in place in the main car park, so you just tap in the car registration when you are about to leave to find out how much you have to pay. Walking through Luccombe on our arrival, we found free beans on offer. Another perfect welcome! We didn't have time to enjoy all we wanted to do in the area, so will just have to return!

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• Janet Y. - Verified booking

  Horner Cottage more than lived up to our expectations. As we opened the front door were greeted by warmth, a delicate perfume and a beautiful bouquet of flowers from the garden on the hall table. In the kitchen there was a generous welcome gift enclosed in a card by Jo Taylor, an artist who stays th.... Horner Cottage more than lived up to our expectations. As we opened the front door were greeted by warmth, a delicate perfume and a beautiful bouquet of flowers from the garden on the hall table. In the kitchen there was a generous welcome gift enclosed in a card by Jo Taylor, an artist who stays there. Even more, the welcome folder enclosed a walkers' map of the area for us to keep. How very thoughtful! On further exploration we found the delightful cottage to be surprisingly spacious for the two of us. The lounge contained helpful guidebooks but our favourite was a large book with historic photographs of Selworthy and Luccombe. A guide at Dunster Castle was most insistent that we should visit Watchet the next day, Wednesday, as it was also Market Day. This we did, but we made it extra special by travelling there from Dunster Station on a steam train (parking £1). The Kitchen, East Quay, provided a superb vegetarian lunch. Parking was not as ideal in Porlock for the magnificent Exmoor Coaster trip. Beware, Doverhay Car Park, the location of the bus stop, is only a short stay car park! Unexpectedly, friends were staying in Selworthy at the same time. We enjoyed a memorable meal together at The Lower Ship in Porlock Weir, a perfect venue. The pork and salmon dishes were excellent. There's a vehicle registration recognition system in place in the main car park, so you just tap in the car registration when you are about to leave to find out how much you have to pay. Walking through Luccombe on our arrival, we found free beans on offer. Another perfect welcome! We didn't have time to enjoy all we wanted to do in the area, so will just have to return!

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• Sarah D. - Verified booking

  Horner Cottage is well equipped and was meticulously clean; one might even say clinically so, which was great but the instructions to leave the TV remote in its plastic bag in the designated spot amongst other similar prescriptive instructions seemed somewhat over the top! Do be mindful of the lo.... Horner Cottage is well equipped and was meticulously clean; one might even say clinically so, which was great but the instructions to leave the TV remote in its plastic bag in the designated spot amongst other similar prescriptive instructions seemed somewhat over the top! Do be mindful of the location details - “ Horner Cottage is accessed by passing through Luccombe Cottage's garden to reach the front door” if you might be phased by having to walk directly through the other property’s garden/ past their windows to access your cottage. Luccombe Cottage was not occupied during my stay which was just as well as I should have felt awkward accessing/leaving my cottage early or late in the day thus potentially disturbing my neighbours as I crossed the shingle garden and opened the squeaky gate at either end. Be aware there is absolutely nothing in the way of food or drink items in the cottage ie not even any salt, pepper, sugar or oil. However there is washing up liquid and body wash sachets in the bathroom along with a generous cash sum in lieu of a welcome pack. Re Wi-Fi link; this worked well once WiFi calling had been activated. Reception is best in the lounge and upstairs bedroom but less reliable in the kitchen or garden. The boiler/generator located in the garden is also quite noisy when in operation. Finally be aware, if you have more than one car in your party you will be required to park it off the premises as there is a strict one car space policy for each cottage.

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• Sue O. - Verified booking

  We love to stay in Horner Cottage in Luccombe when we're visiting Exmoor. It's location is great, being surrounded by countryside yet close to the sea. It's so quiet and tranquil we feel at ease and peaceful while we're staying there. For a cottage made for just 2 it's size is generous and we love t.... We love to stay in Horner Cottage in Luccombe when we're visiting Exmoor. It's location is great, being surrounded by countryside yet close to the sea. It's so quiet and tranquil we feel at ease and peaceful while we're staying there. For a cottage made for just 2 it's size is generous and we love the feel of it. We enjoy sitting in the garden and on a sunny morning to have our breakfast in the garden is heavenly. We will continue to return to Horner Cottage because it enhances our trip to Somerset.

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• Andrew L. - Verified booking

  Horner Cottage is a fantastic find. It's exceptionally clean and well decorated, and located in the quiet village of Luccombe within Exmoor National Park. The location is perfect for outdoor activities, with great trails starting right from the village for cycling and hiking, and beautiful coastal w.... Horner Cottage is a fantastic find. It's exceptionally clean and well decorated, and located in the quiet village of Luccombe within Exmoor National Park. The location is perfect for outdoor activities, with great trails starting right from the village for cycling and hiking, and beautiful coastal walks available further afield in Lynmouth, Porlock, and Combe Martin.

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