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Two Grooms Cottage, Dunster

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Two Grooms Cottage
Living area
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Living area
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Dunster, Somerset
  • Dunster Castle
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Minehead Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Dunster Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Cardiff (CWL-Cardiff Intl.)
    ‪152 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Balcony

About this property

Two Grooms Cottage, Dunster

Property Summary
Two Grooms Cottage in Dunster (Somerset) is an interesting period property offering spacious accommodation for up to 6 guests in a fabulous location just a minutes walk from the High Street in Dunster. The property comprises three bedrooms and two bathrooms. Sorry, no pets.

Main Description
Two Grooms Cottage offers beautifully presented accommodation that is split between two levels; entering through the front door on the upper level there a spacious entrance hallway providing plenty of rooms for shoes and coats, etc. The open-plan kitchen with dining room and separate sitting room are arranged on the first floor. Downstairs there are three double bedrooms (one with large en-suite), plus a family shower room. Outside there is a small courtyard area which is accessed via one of the bedrooms.

Sleeps up to 6 guests
Only a minutes walk from Dunster High Street
Spacious kitchen-dining room with all modern appliances
Three double bedrooms, one with en-suite
Towels and bed linen provided
Wifi, heating and electricity included
Off-road parking for up to three cars
Dunster has a fantastic selection of restaurants
Exmoor walks from the front door
Only 1.5 miles from Minehead
Arrive from 4 pm
Depart by 10 am - please leave the property clean and tidy so that we can guarantee it will be ready on time for our next guests.

The log burner is not to be used due to safety reasons.

Out of consideration for our neighbours, no stag, no hen and no drinking parties please.

Sorry, no dogs. Strictly no smoking.

Indoor Description
The kitchen is fitted with an electric double oven and induction hob, there is also a microwave, integral fridge/freezer, dishwasher, kettle and toaster.

The washing machine and tumble dryer are situated in the cupboard under the stairs.

There is a TV with DVD in the sitting room and in the main bedroom, and wireless broadband is available throughout the property.

Electricity and heating costs are included in the price of your accommodation. Two Grooms Cottage has central heating throughout which can be adjusted to suit your preferences. There is a wood-burner in the sitting room but it is not to be used.

Bed linen and towels are provided for your convenience. Please bring outdoor/beach towels if you wish to take them with you on day trips.

Sorry, no dogs at Two Grooms Cottage.

Outdoor Description
There is a small courtyard area with a bench and some potted shrubs on the lower level of the cottage, this is accessed via one of the bedrooms. There is a further seating area for two outside the cottage on the upper level, with a small table and on a clear day, you can enjoy distant sea views from here.

The medieval village of Dunster is just a short stroll from the front door, there is a great selection of restaurants, pubs, tea rooms, cafes, shops and galleries all worth a visit, and plenty to keep you entertained for at least one full day!

Parking
There's a parking space for one car directly beside the house, where the pedestrian gate leads to the front door, this is an ideal spot for loading and unloading the car. There is further parking for one car (possibly two depending on the size of your vehicles) on the drive at the far end of the house. The area allocated to Two Grooms Cottage is clearly marked with a sign. Please respect our neighbours by not using or blocking access to their parking area.

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
Dunster is brimming with history and has been well-preserved as a Medieval village, the High Street is iconic with the Dunster Castle (National Trust) sitting proudly at one end, and the Yarn Market at the other. There's also the Tithe Barn to explore, the Dovecote, Butter Cross and the 15th century church. Dunster is also a bustling village with several restaurants, pubs and tea rooms, plus a varied range of independent shops and galleries. Many of the shops in Dunster are open during traditional hours of 9 am to 5 pm, although hours are often extended during the summer season. Conversely, some shops may also reduce their opening days and/or hours out-of-season.

Minehead is the nearest town, approximately 1.5 miles from Dunster. Here you will find the larger supermarkets and petrol stations (Tesco and Morrison's are both situated on the outskirts of the town and have long opening hours), most major high street banks with cash machines, plus a range of other shops throughout the town.

Property manager

Chris

Languages

English

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Dryer
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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

No 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

Dunster

Minehead is home to this cottage. Dunster Castle and Dunster Working Watermill are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Exmoor National Park and Holnicote Estate. The Chocolate House and West Somerset Railway are also worth visiting.
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Dunster, Somerset

What's nearby

  • St George's Church - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Dunster Castle - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Blenheim Gardens - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Minehead Beach - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Dunster Beach - 9 min drive - 2.8 km

Getting around

  • Minehead Station - 4 min drive
  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 152 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Deck Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Pancake Stand - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Beachcomber Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Hotshots Sports Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ludo’s Italian - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Two Grooms Cottage, Dunster pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Two Grooms Cottage, Dunster?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Two Grooms Cottage, Dunster?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Two Grooms Cottage, Dunster located?

Situated in Minehead, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of St George's Church and Exmoor National Park. Dunster Dolls Museum and The Chocolate House are just steps away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 51 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 51 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Helen K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful house in a beautiful location

The house was spotless, extremely comfortable and had everything we needed. Plenty of space to relax, good bathrooms and very comfy beds. Dunster is a gorgeous village with pubs and cafes on the doorstep and surrounded by amazing scenery.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Nicola S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Lynnette H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely location

The initial kerb appeal was not great with cobwebs on metal railings and around front door. A good sweep was also needed. However, once in the property is was much better. The owner has provided most items to ensure a comfortable stay although the bedding, once good quality, was rather thin and well worn. The on-suite still has loose items but is perfectly usable. The property is situated in a great location to visit the area and is lovely and spacious.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Natalie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short Break

Lovely clean, spacious cottage, everything we needed. Short drive to other local towns & villages. Thank you ! ps. Could do with a bit of d i y in ensuite, minor issues with few items coming loose
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cameron B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful house in fun little town

This house was an awesome stay. The layout is spacious for up to 3 couples (we had 2) and room to sit and visit. The town of Dunster is fun with shops and good food choices. The home is well taken care of and even though it is on the street, the car noise was not a problem. We really enjoyed our stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jayne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

New Year Stay in Medieval Dunster

This was a last minute short break for New Year and we loved it. The cottage is beautiful and the location outstanding. We have really enjoyed ourselves and would definitely book again .
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Barry T.

Cottage is brilliant, in first class condition. Everything you need is there, wonderful for a holida

Cottage is brilliant, in first class condition. Everything you need is there, wonderful for a holiday Fantastic area for walking and cycling Dunster is a lovely town
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10/10 Excellent

Jean C.

Lovely property very clean and comfortable very well equipped with everything you need. The beds wer

Lovely property very clean and comfortable very well equipped with everything you need. The beds were very comfortable with good standard of bedding.On arrival a tea tray laid out with tea coffee and a cake and milk in the fridge .A great location with lovely walks close by and beautiful Dunster Castle and gardens just a short walk away from the cottage. Hope to return one day.
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10/10 Excellent

Rosie H.

Gorgeous house, perfect for our group as we were visiting for a wedding in the local church and rece

Gorgeous house, perfect for our group as we were visiting for a wedding in the local church and reception in the castle, both only 5 minute walk from the house. House is finished and furnished to a very high standed, would definitely recommend!
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10/10 Excellent

Clare F.

We loved our stay in this beautiful cottage, it was perfect with everything we needed. It was spotl

We loved our stay in this beautiful cottage, it was perfect with everything we needed. It was spotlessly clean, beds were super comfy and we loved the bath in en suite. Lovely touch with the card and cake. We would 100% recommend this cottage and would definitely return as it's a beautiful part of the world.
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10/10 Excellent

Kay L.

Wonderful accommodation!!!

Wonderful accommodation!!!
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10/10 Excellent

Gary C.

Accommodation was excellent. Very spacious, light and had all the necessary facilities. Of particu

Accommodation was excellent. Very spacious, light and had all the necessary facilities. Of particular note we would comment on the cleanliness which was of the highest standard.
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10/10 Excellent

Ann I.

Spacious and comfortable cottage. Very clean and welcoming. Really enjoyed our stay.

Spacious and comfortable cottage. Very clean and welcoming. Really enjoyed our stay.
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10/10 Excellent

Maureen W.

The cottage was exceptionally clean. Very well-equipped, with a perfect location for enjoying both

The cottage was exceptionally clean. Very well-equipped, with a perfect location for enjoying both Dunster and the North Somerset coast.
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10/10 Excellent

Mark A.

Beautiful well equipped cottage. Only criticism is the lack of instructions for cooker and central h

Beautiful well equipped cottage. Only criticism is the lack of instructions for cooker and central heating.
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth R.

Fabulous cottage. Immaculately clean and everything that we needed and more. Ideally situated to exp

Fabulous cottage. Immaculately clean and everything that we needed and more. Ideally situated to explore Exmoor and just a short walk into Dunster village.
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10/10 Excellent

Joanna R.

What a fabulous cottage. We arrived to a welcoming tea tray with biscuits, classical music playing o

What a fabulous cottage. We arrived to a welcoming tea tray with biscuits, classical music playing on the radio and the heating on. The upside down nature of the layout was charming and fun for our little one to figure out. It was perfectly located in the village so we could enjoy walks from the door all around Dunster. We were lucky to enjoy the local pubs and shops ahead of the unexpected lockdown which interrupted our stay. Thankfully we could and chose to stay until the end of our holiday, enjoying quality family time in this immaculate and surprisingly modern place in the heart of a beautiful historical setting.
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10/10 Excellent

Jane C.

This is a lovely cottage which has the most wonderful relaxing atmosphere. Spacious kitchen and si

This is a lovely cottage which has the most wonderful relaxing atmosphere. Spacious kitchen and sitting room with a mixture of modern and antique furniture and very comfortable bedrooms. Bathrooms are very modern and there was plenty of hot water. If you are a cook you will love the high tech and very efficient oven! The cottage is in the heart of Dunster village - a minutes walk from the old yarn market and you can do wonderful walks from your front door either down to the sea, up and around the village or onto Exmoor. Can recommend Dunster castle and Gardens and walking into Blue Anchor or Minehead along the beach.
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8/10 Good

Edward L.

Dunster is the most beautiful place to stay and this cottage is perfectly situated to explore the vi

Dunster is the most beautiful place to stay and this cottage is perfectly situated to explore the village and surrounding countryside.
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10/10 Excellent

Dean B.

Very comfortable and clean. A relaxing and convenient base to explore Exmoor and North Somerset.

Very comfortable and clean. A relaxing and convenient base to explore Exmoor and North Somerset.
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10/10 Excellent

Rachel E.

Superb location very convenient for Dunster and excellent for access to Exmoor and the coast. Wonde

Superb location very convenient for Dunster and excellent for access to Exmoor and the coast. Wonderfully clean and very spacious. High standard of equipment and facilities. Very comfortable beds and bedding, excellent bathrooms. Very useful instructions for the cottage and helpful information for the local area.
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10/10 Excellent

Riaz K.

Wonderful location and ideal location to visit Minehead and Dunster Beach.

Wonderful location and ideal location to visit Minehead and Dunster Beach.
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10/10 Excellent

Catherine B.

Everything was lovely and clean. Location just perfect. Would definitely recommend.

Everything was lovely and clean. Location just perfect. Would definitely recommend.
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10/10 Excellent

Louise H.

Lovely, clean and spacious. Very comfortable base for our weekend exploring Dunster. The black out b

Lovely, clean and spacious. Very comfortable base for our weekend exploring Dunster. The black out blind in the front bedroom was perfect! Lovely hot shower and bath.
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10/10 Excellent

Val C.

Fabulous cottage, really well equipped and comfortable. Lovely beds and pillows and the bathrooms ar

Fabulous cottage, really well equipped and comfortable. Lovely beds and pillows and the bathrooms are superb. Very well positioned at the top of town so can walk to the castle and shops and pubs etc

About the host

Hosted by Chris

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Dunster is brimming with history and has been well-preserved as a Medieval village, the High Street is iconic with the Dunster Castle (National Trust) sitting proudly at one end, and the Yarn Market at the other. There's also the Tithe Barn to explore, the Dovecote, Butter Cross and the 15th century church. Dunster is also a bustling village with several restaurants, pubs and tea rooms, plus a varied range of independent shops and galleries. Many of the shops in Dunster are open during traditional hours of 9 am to 5 pm, although hours are often extended during the summer season. Conversely, some shops may also reduce their opening days and/or hours out-of-season.

Minehead is the nearest town, approximately 1.5 miles from Dunster. Here you will find the larger supermarkets and petrol stations (Tesco and Morrison's are both situated on the outskirts of the town and have long opening hours), most major high street banks with cash machines, plus a range of other shops throughout the town.

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English