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Seagulls Rest, Minehead

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Seagulls Rest on the coastline in Minehead
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Private kitchen

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Minehead, Somerset
  • Minehead Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Dunster Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Dunster Castle
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Cardiff (CWL-Cardiff Intl.)
    ‪161 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Garden

About this property

Seagulls Rest, Minehead

Property Summary
Seagulls Rest in Minehead is situated on a quiet part of the sea front and enjoys sea views from every window at the front of the house. It is a spacious property set out over three floors, and can accommodate up to 7 guests in four bedrooms

Main Description
Seagulls Rest In Minehead is a stone-built semi-detached holiday home dating back to the Victorian era. It's literally just a stones throw to Minehead sea front from the front door, just cross the road and you are there!

Sleeps 7 guests in four bedrooms
Two double bedrooms, one twin and one single bedroom
Shower room with toilet on the ground floor
Family bathroom (shower plus corner bath) on the first floor
Enclosed courtyard
Off road parking for one car
Parking permit for a second car if required
Short walk to the sandy part of Minehead Beach
Easy walking distance to pubs and restaurants and the town
Popular fishing area on adjacent beach
Near the start of the South West Coast Path
Wifi, heating and electricity included
Bed linen and towels are provided (please bring your own beach towels)
Arrive from 4 pm
Depart by 10 am (please contact us if you would like to arrive early/leave late as it may be possible if no other guests scheduled)

The front door entrance is at the side of the property into a small Hall with stairs leading to the first floor and the sitting room to the left and the dining room to the right. The sitting room is at the front of the cottage both windows affording lovely views over the Bristol Channel. The dining room has a large table with ample room to seat 8. The kitchen is the far side of the dining room and an external door leads to the courtyard garden. At the far end of the kitchen is the shower room, with toilet and hand basin. On the first floor there are two of the bedrooms, one double bedroom with dressing room area and sea views, and one single bedroom (also with sea view). The family bathroom is also on the first floor, comprising corner bath, shower unit, toilet and hand basin. The other two bedrooms are on the second floor, one double bed and one twin (with sea view).

Two dogs (max) are welcome by prior arrangement, for supplement of £15. Please do not leave your dogs alone in the property and do not allow them on the furniture.

Indoor Description
The kitchen is fitted with new appliances including an integrated fridge/freezer, dishwasher, oven and hob, washing machine and tumble dryer. There is also an Italian coffee maker (for use on the hob) and a cafetiere provided.

Wifi for 2020 has been upgraded to a 33mb+ service and Wi-Fi mesh installed throughout house to give high bandwidth in every room.

The property benefits from gas-fired central heating throughout, which can be adjusted as required.

There is one TV in the property, in the lounge (not including Sky).

Bed linen and towels are provided. Please bring your own towels if you wish to take towels to the beach or on day-trips.

There are portable fans in each bedroom, they will either be obvious or stored in the wardrobe/s.

A high chair is provided and plenty of space in the single bedroom for a travel cot (cot not provided).

A single fold up bed is available, but is not made up with linen, or pillow.

Outdoor Description
Seagulls Rest has a private courtyard area that has been tiled (2020) with slate. There is a six seater patio set, and other seating. The raised stepped wall offers a lovely place to have a cup of coffee and watch the sea in front of the house!

The area by the front door is a tarmacked area where a car can be parked.

There is no BBQ provided but you are welcome to use one.
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Parking
There is space to park one car in the courtyard area beside the cottage, inside the garden gates. Plus, one parking permit is provided for a second car if required (it will be left inside the cottage for you). This permit can be used to park in any of the parking spaces along Quay West and Quay St in Minehead (please though avoid parking outside neighbours properties). If you have more than 2 cars in your group, there is pay and display parking along Quay West, there are machines along the road or you can use the Phone and Pay app, (a weekly permit bought via Phone and Pay costs £25). The nearest free parking is on the North Hill road, where you can walk down a short path to the harbour.



Please note: When there is a storm, large stones can be thrown up from the beach! These can be thrown half way across the road so we suggest that if a storm is forecast - leave extra cars down in the public car park by the Old Ship Aground pub.


Pets Description
Two dogs (max) are welcome for supplement of £15 each. Please do not leave your dogs alone in the property and do not allow them on the furniture and we would appreciate it if they can be kept out of the bedrooms.

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
We have a 5 foot lit Christmas tree that will be laid out in the dining room for Christmas week.

The region
Minehead is one of West Somerset's best known and well-loved coastal resorts, nestling as between the slopes of Exmoor and the sea. The town offers a wide range of attractions, including the beach, promenade, harbour, beautiful gardens and colourful tree lined avenue with an array of shops and services. Dominated by the wooded slopes of North Hill, the whole area is renowned for its outstanding natural beauty and there are superb walks over open moor land, through woodland and along the coast.

Property manager

Chris

Languages

English

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Amenities

Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available

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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

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. Dunster Castle and Dunster Working Watermill are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Porlock Weir Harbour and Wimbleball Lake Activities Centre. Blenheim Gardens and West Somerset Railway are also worth visiting.
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Minehead, Somerset

What's nearby

  • Minehead Beach - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Blenheim Gardens - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • West Somerset Railway - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Dunster Beach - 6 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Dunster Castle - 7 min drive - 5.3 km

Getting around

  • Minehead Station - 15 min walk
  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 161 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pancake Stand - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Beachcomber Inn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Hotshots Sports Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ludo’s Italian - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Old Ship Aground - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Seagulls Rest, Minehead pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Seagulls Rest, Minehead?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Seagulls Rest, Minehead?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Seagulls Rest, Minehead located?

Situated in Minehead, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Minehead Beach, Blenheim Gardens and West Somerset Railway. Dunster Beach and Exmoor National Park are also within 3 miles (5 km). Minehead Station is 15 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Doreen B.

Location great accommodation great,parking very good ,

Location great accommodation great,parking very good ,

10/10 Excellent

Shelagh L.

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

Loved our stay with friends at Seagulls Rest

Great location of the property, really enjoyed lying in bed in the early morning hearing the sound of the waves crashing against the shore.....
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

John D.

Great location grandchildren loved it real home from home feel

Great location grandchildren loved it real home from home feel
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8/10 Good

Jennifer W.

Location is equally great for accessing coastal paths and the town.

Location is equally great for accessing coastal paths and the town.
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10/10 Excellent

andrea h.

Perfect location. Loved being right by the sea, good pub and two cafe's so close all offering a warm

Perfect location. Loved being right by the sea, good pub and two cafe's so close all offering a warm welcome and tasty food.
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10/10 Excellent

Steve E.

Excellent and comfortable place to stay with small children and a small dog. Also a brilliant locati

Excellent and comfortable place to stay with small children and a small dog. Also a brilliant location.
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10/10 Excellent

Denise H.

Location excellent

Location excellent
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8/10 Good

Kevin A.

Great location, nice property, clean and reasonably well equipped. Comfortable bed, decent shower.

Great location, nice property, clean and reasonably well equipped. Comfortable bed, decent shower.
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10/10 Excellent

Louise S.

Lovely house and location we couldn’t fault it!

Lovely house and location we couldn’t fault it!

8/10 Good

John E.

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

Stay in the sun

Great little get away next time I will bring the rods .
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah W.

Lovely home from home house. Great location with short drives to some lovely places to visit. Had al

Lovely home from home house. Great location with short drives to some lovely places to visit. Had all we needed for a big family week away and would definitely recommend.
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10/10 Excellent

Louise S.

This was our 2nd visit to this property as the location is perfect! The house is lovely , everything

This was our 2nd visit to this property as the location is perfect! The house is lovely , everything that we needed and very clean.
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10/10 Excellent

Jackie J.

Very clean and cosy cottage overlooking the sea. Easy walk into Minehead and to the coastal path so

Very clean and cosy cottage overlooking the sea. Easy walk into Minehead and to the coastal path so great location.
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10/10 Excellent

Jen C.

Lovely house in a perfect location. Dog friendly. We definitely hope to come back soon.

Lovely house in a perfect location. Dog friendly. We definitely hope to come back soon.
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10/10 Excellent

Bernard C.

Everything was as the description and photos shows. It really is a lovely place to stay and we would

Everything was as the description and photos shows. It really is a lovely place to stay and we would recommend it to anyone.
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10/10 Excellent

Trevor R.

The house is in a great location,loved the town,something for everyone .Dropped on a good week with

The house is in a great location,loved the town,something for everyone .Dropped on a good week with the weather and had a great time,not too busy even though spring bank holiday week!
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8/10 Good

Andrew B.

Very nice property ,good location for dogs as a walking area very close.local pub near and fine for

Very nice property ,good location for dogs as a walking area very close.local pub near and fine for pub grub,would recommend booking as gets busy.
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8/10 Good

Joe S.

A comfortable well equipped cottage.

A comfortable well equipped cottage.

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Truly excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Tim C.

Amazing location and a house with plenty of space

Amazing location and a house with plenty of space
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10/10 Excellent

Julie L.

We would definitely recommend staying at Seagulls Rest. We had a lovely family holiday.The cottage w

We would definitely recommend staying at Seagulls Rest. We had a lovely family holiday.The cottage was comfortable and clean, with everything you need for an enjoyable stay.Set in a fabulous location overlooking the sea with easy access to all the amenities on offer in Minehead.
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10/10 Excellent

Ellen P.

The location is fabulous especially if you have dogs. Be able to hear the sea at night is priceless.

The location is fabulous especially if you have dogs. Be able to hear the sea at night is priceless. A beautiful cottage in a brilliant location.
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10/10 Excellent

Serena K.

Beautiful area and cottage. Spectacular views especially on our last day, we were privileged with

Beautiful area and cottage. Spectacular views especially on our last day, we were privileged with a rare sighting of a whale right out side our holiday cottage. Lots to see and do and the weather was very kind. Highly recommend.
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10/10 Excellent

Location of this house is beautiful. House is spacious, comfortable and well equipped. Three generat

Location of this house is beautiful. House is spacious, comfortable and well equipped. Three generations loved this house and are sure to stay there again
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10/10 Excellent

Debra D.

We loved the location right opposite the sea. The house was perfect and had everything we needed. W

We loved the location right opposite the sea. The house was perfect and had everything we needed. Will definitely return.

About the host

Hosted by Chris

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Minehead is one of West Somerset's best known and well-loved coastal resorts, nestling as between the slopes of Exmoor and the sea. The town offers a wide range of attractions, including the beach, promenade, harbour, beautiful gardens and colourful tree lined avenue with an array of shops and services. Dominated by the wooded slopes of North Hill, the whole area is renowned for its outstanding natural beauty and there are superb walks over open moor land, through woodland and along the coast.

Languages:

English