Reviews

“Another good stay in Minehead with wonderful walks through the woods and along the beach towards Dunster with our cocker spaniels Lola and Charlie. It’s our second stay at ‘Pilgrim’, so when we said, ‘We’ll be back’, we meant it! We’ve now also stayed twice at The Old Sweet Shop. They are both great dog and people friendly cottages. We will be back for sure!
Duncan and Elaine Peberdy, March 2019

“Great 70th birthday surprise getaway! Second time here and it didn’t disappoint! Thank you for making the cottage so homely and ensuring everything ran so smoothly during our stay. I’m sure we will be back.”
Hannah, Danny, Gracie and Archie, January 2019

“Wow! What a lovely cottage – even better than any of the photos! We booked in January and have been looking forward to having all the family together for Christmas, counting down the months. From the moment we arrived, staying here has been a joy! Cooking Christmas lunch was a sinch, the range cooked everything perfectly – with a little help from hubby! The hot tub was used every day and was so relaxing. The dogs loved running around the paths in the garden and laid peacefully beside the hot tub as I floated in my little bit of heaven every morning! We had the perfect break and look forward to coming back again and again, everything has been thought of and it made this Christmas a really special one for ‘just the two of us’.”
Tina and Martin Brown and Frodo and Spirit the dogs, Christmas 2018

“Thank you so much for a wonderful holiday. We had an amazing time and it has made all the better for the gorgeous cottage. So well presented. The tea on arrival was much appreciated!! Can I recommend Exmoor Adventures for outdoor pursuits? We went sea kayaking with them and they were very professional. We were also lucky with the gorgeous weather. Reeves restaurant in Dunster was divine with excellent service. And we LOVED the garden and hot tub!! We hope to be back soon.”
Debs, James, Cherry, Graeme and family, October 2018

“We arrived after two years away and it is still as lovely as ever. The garden and hot tub are lovely. We had breakfast up in the garden after a dip in the hot tub most mornings. We spoke to our neighbours at The Old Sweet Shop who were also enjoying their holiday too! The cottage is as beautiful as ever, with every need thought off. The surrounding hill and walks were lovely whatever time of day. A holiday thoroughly enjoyed. We will be back be back!”
Sue, Bob, Penny, Gary, September 2018

“”We can only endorse all the positive comments already made about Pilgrim Corner – beautifully appointed inside and out with every need catered for. The kitchen is very well-equipped, and everything works! We appreciated the quality – and quantity of towels supplied, and the beds and bedding were likewise excellent – thank you. We have visited Devon frequently but were delighted with what Somerset had to offer – it’s now a county to go to rather than drive through. Somerset is a good eating county, with local produce widely available, cream teas, pasties and ice creams in abundance. With thanks to our hosts for making our stay so pleasurable.”
The Benson family, September 2018

“We have all had a lovely time here at Pilgrim Corner. A beautiful, comfortable and spacious house for eight adults and a dog! Our dog enjoyed the garden, and we thought the hot tub was wonderful. The cottage had everything we needed for a relaxing home-from-home. Thank you.”
The Bowdens, Thompsons, Joseph’s, Reddicks and Stanley the dog, July 2018

“Wonderful place! My face when I walked into this beautiful house must have been a picture! Such a lovely warm welcome with the tea, cake and radio playing. Luxuriously furnished with lots of space and everything you need. The stunning garden with hot tub are a lovely addition. We were lucky enough to have gorgeous weather. My daughter loved reading in the window seat. The best place we’ve stayed, would come back in a heartbeat.”
The Crisp/Lunns, May 2018

“Just returned from a five-day stay at this beautiful ‘chocolate box’ cottage! It was absolutely stunning, I would highly recommend it to anyone. In terms of its location, it’s a 10-minute walk to the beach, and it’s set in a quaint little village. We were blown away! There is nothing our hosts hadn’t thought of! Such a lovely welcome on the kitchen table, a dish full of Easter eggs and a fruit cake was such a treat! The decor was beautiful, and the beds were divine! It’s the best we’ve ever stayed in! We will definitely return!!”
The Bowen family, April 2018

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Pilgrim Corner
The Oval Dunster
The Old Sweet Shop
Stone Barn

“Our second visit to The Oval and again much enjoyed, the welcome pack was appreciated. The three of us walked in the area every day. We cannot recommend Dunster’s Luttrell Arms highly enough. We hope to return to The Oval and village!”
Peter, Paul and Connie, April 2019

“We really enjoyed our stay at The Oval. The cottage is really quirky, warm and well-equipped. The weather has been really kind to us. We’ve enjoyed walks from the doorstep, and have been further afield to Lynton and Lynmouth, Porlock, and the Tarr Steps – all of which are lovely. We’ve had good meals at The Stag’s Head, Luttrell Arms and the Forresters Arms – watch out for the parrot! We will certainly visit Dunster again and we wouldn’t hesitate to book The Oval. Thanks for a great stay.”
Paul, Gina, Andrew, Sarah, David and Sam, March 2019

“We first discovered Dunster in 2010 and have returned each year since – which says it all. We’ve never stayed for a week during winter as we usually come at Easter, but we found Dunster and The Oval are even more beautiful at this time of year. The cottage is always warm and inviting and this time has been no exception. It has been absolutely lovely seeing 2019 in here. We’ve enjoyed walks along the beach in Dunster and Porlock, as well as Horner, but most of all we enjoyed lighting the fire and spending time relaxing here at The Oval. Thanks to everyone.”
The Foster family, New Year 2019

“We have had a lovely stay, this house and the village are amazing. Dunster by Candlelight was great. The games were a lovely way to spend the evening. Thank you very much. PS I think we will visit again!”
The Johnson Family, December 2018

“What an amazing home-from-home. It has everything you need here and more. The house is beautifully presented with comfort as its top priority. It is in the heart of the village with shops, pubs and restaurants nearby. The walking is awesome and just outside the door. No need to worry about cream carpets on our return to the cottage as the floors are tiled and make it easy to arrive home, sit on the old church pew and take your boots off. Plenty of storage for them too. Summer our very old retriever was so very settled here and loved her short walks to the dog friendly shops and pubs. We will be back till we find out own perfect home in Dunster. What a great village it is!”
The Connollys, November 2018

“We just had to come back to Dunster and wouldn’t choose to say anywhere else but The Oval. Our fourth visit with five of us, and we had another wonderful holiday. We visited our favourite places including Tropiquaria, Lynton/Lynmouth, Blue Anchor (the Driftwood Café) and of course Dunster Castle where we experienced the Halloween ‘Friday Fright Night’. We climbed to Bats Hill, the Iron Age fort, well worth it to see the Exmoor ponies and breath-taking views of Dunster village, Exmoor, Wales and beyond.”
Mandy, Jez, Ruby (8), Harry (4) and Molly (9 months), November 2018

“Thank you for a lovely welcome with cake, tea and milk in the fridge – and dog biscuits that Tino loved! Coming over from the Netherlands we had a lovely week, we walked for miles and miles, and hardly used our car. On our walks we met buzzards, a dipper, red deer, and more. The Oval cottage is wonderful, with so much character, and Dunster village is lovely, old and quaint. Exmoor is definitely an area to explore and visit again.”
Annemarie and Denise, from the Netherlands, October 2018

“The Oval is a wonderful old cottage with a palpable sense of history the moment you walk through the door. We love the sense of history in the house, the uneven floors, the wonky walls, and the steep ascent to the outdoor balcony. Lucy has provided plenty of information about the origins of the cottage, which we found fascinating. We felt welcome immediately on arrival, with music playing and a delicious apple cake plus a tea/coffee tray waiting for us. These little touches mean so much! Happy to find that the cottage has been sympathetically furnished, unlike many gorgeous old properties which sadly evoke a sigh of horror from me when I look at the brochure pictures and see modern interiors. I work in the antiques industry, so this is a top issue for me! Our only complaint is that one week isn’t nearly long enough!”
The Langleys, September 2018

“Our first trip to Dunster and The Oval, both were fantastic! What a brilliant family holiday – we will be back! The house is spacious, we had five adults and a two-and-a-half-year-old grandson and we felt very comfortable. The location is a great base for with easy access to the beach, the steam railway, and Exmoor. The village is lovely, with a number of great places to eat. We are planning to return.”
The Allsopp family and Biscuit the dog, August 2018

“A really lovely place to stay, everything you need for a good family holiday. Excellent house with an atmosphere and plenty of imagination which could take you back to its early life. My grandson loved it! There’s plenty to do in Dunster, and most mornings we had an early walk to the Gallox bridge with our dog and then breakfast either in the house or on the main street. We would come back with no hesitation.”
Chris Dixon, June 2018

“We found The Oval to be so warm and welcoming in its character and charm and felt relaxed and rested. Dunster village can be described in one word – magical! The little bridge and stream take your breath away. We made good use of the playground – very well-equipped and lots of fun! With two children, we catered for ourselves and found everything we needed in the kitchen, a nice big dining table and constant hot water. A magical week full of memories with our family.”
The Barratt family, February 2018

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Pilgrim Corner
The Oval Dunster
The Old Sweet Shop
Stone Barn

“An absolutely beautiful place in splendid surroundings with nice people too. Thank you for the goodies that greeted is on arrival, very much appreciated. The recommendation of the Old Ship Aground was also excellent, with great food and drink and excellent surroundings. Thank you again – you have it so right, just keep doing it! We hope to see you again someday.”
Roy, Gillian, Jane, Mike, Esme and Martin, April 2019

“An absolutely divine place to stay. Everything about the cottage was delightful. The added touches made the stay extra special. I would certainly be happy to revisit.”
Linda, March 2019

“OMG! What an amazing cottage. We stayed as a family ageing from 4 to 64 and everyone had a brilliant time. We followed your recommendation for an early evening hot tub dip during the Friday night bell-ringing at the church – it was magical. Lovely blustery walks along the beach blew the cobwebs away.”
The Vaseys and Brittons, February 2019

“The Old Sweet Shop is truly unique, a very special place to stay and in every respect exceeded everything we had hoped for. We would All like to thank you for providing a truly wonderful and magical Christmas holiday experience…5* all the way. If you are looking for the perfect property in a beautiful location you will not be disappointed, Minehead and the surrounding areas have so much to offer all age groups any time of the year. First class, well maintained property in every respect, exceptional personal customer service from the owner’s Lucy and Paul who have simply thought of every ingredient required for a thoroughly luxurious and relaxing Stay. Having previously worked in the travel industry for over 30 years I have no hesitation in recommending this property and look forward to our next visit.”
The Myatts, December 2018

“We have just had the most lovely weekend in this tastefully renovated listed building. It has everything you might need and so much more. A lovely village minutes away and a selection of pubs which serve great food! The Old Sweet Shop is luxurious, and nothing has been too much trouble! We had a very successful Christmas lunch, and a homemade cake and a jar of old sweets on arrival…we would definitely visit again. In fact, we have voted it our best weekend venue to date!!! Thank you.”
Trudi and friends, December 2018

“Woo amazing, thank you so much, especially for all the extras, it really adds to the holiday. The beds and bedding are so comfy. We love the parking – and we never moved our cars. This place is very special with a warm welcome, we will be back of course!”
Stella and Kevin, November 2018

“I came with four friends for my 50th birthday. This cottage has exceeded all our expectations for its cleanliness, and the lovely little extras – a cake, a jar of sweets, milk in the fridge. The décor is to a very high standard, with fantastic huge fluffy towels. This cottage is dog friendly – I think the dog wants to leave last!! Plenty to see and do around Minehead, Dunster and Watchet. The steam train is a must. Definitely a great stay, we will recommend it.”
Kerry & Shaun, Phil, Brian, Cath, Liz, October 2018

“The Old Sweet Shop was a delightful place to stay and we really don’t want to leave this morning! Lucy and Paul thought of everything and the special touches were appreciated and loved. We visit Minehead quite a few times a year to visit our family – we now feel we have found somewhere wonderful to stay! We will be back…”
Sarah, Jeremy and family, August 2018

“The Old Sweet Shop is a really lovely cottage and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. There is everything you could possibly need. We had glorious weather, and we really enjoyed the hot tub. The décor is a real credit to you. Our family will have many happy memories of our stay.”
The Coates family, July 2018

“Thank you so much for a truly wonderful stay! The cottage itself is just so gorgeous and every corner is so well done. It you feel immediately at home. We thoroughly enjoyed the garden and hot tub, especially with the beautiful weather. We would love to come back and highly recommend a stay here. Totally in love with Exmoor, the surrounding villages and of course The Old Sweet Shop! Thank you again!”
Helen and Ben, June 2018

“Such a beautiful period cottage. We loved The Old Sweet Shop, and the goodies left for us! The hot tub was fab and the garden immaculate. Looking forward to trying the other cottages in the near future. All-in-all a superb cottage for groups and families – so wonderfully styled.”
Chantal and friends, May 2018

“Wow – The Old Sweet Shop! You will read lots of superlatives about this quintessential English cottage. For it is, without doubt, a true characteristic example of fine five-star holiday accommodation. Having previously enjoyed holidays at all Lucy’s two other fabulous holiday cottages, we knew we would be in for a treat at The Old Sweet Shop, but it surpassed even our wildest expectations. At every turn you cannot fail to wonder at the attention to detail. Everything is done to ensure you have a great holiday, and we certainly did. So, after long days of mostly fabulous weather, walking our new puppy cockapoo Milo and discovering some of the joys and pleasures of Somerset, what better way to ease back and relax with a drink or two in the hot tub. Sheer Bliss. Already looking forward to our next visit!”
The Webbs, Peter, Maureen and Milo the dog, May 2018

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Check the availability of each of our cottages and book online:
Pilgrim Corner
The Oval Dunster
The Old Sweet Shop
Stone Barn

“A big thank you very much to Lucy, Paul and team for providing us with such a memorable week to relax and spend much-needed time catching up with family in an environment as special as this. The girls enjoyed everything, from the Disney bedroom to the hot tub. You have done wonders here and we really appreciate your hospitality. We will be back!”
Paul, Dee, Lydia, Ellie, April 2019

“What a wonderful barn! It’s in a stunning part of Minehead. It’s open plan, bright and very well arranged in every detail. Upstairs are the most fabulous views and living accommodation with all the comforts you need. Downstairs is spacious and both bedrooms have en-suites. Towels, bedding and beds are the best – and so comfy. Outside has a very well-kept garden and private corner for the hot tub. The parking was right by your bedroom which made packing so easy. And the location means we were able to walk everywhere. The hosts are there if you need them but leave you to enjoy your holiday. Lush cake, milk and plenty of helpful hints and tips for your stay. Going home now to book again!
The Hamblins, March 2019

“Beautiful Stone Barn located in the old town of Minehead. The owners Lucy and Paul have thought of everything!! It is furnished and decorated to a high specification. The welcome pack, which included tea, coffee, milk, sugar, water and cake was really appreciated after a long drive. The hot tub was relaxing in the evening, especially for star gazing. Stone Barn lived up to the photos and the real thing is even better. We will definitely be back again. Thank you again to Lucy and Paul for a memorable break.”
Tina, February 2019

“I recently stayed at Stone Barn. 4 Adults, 2 kids and 1 dog. I was very impressed with the accommodation, it was really well equipped, the owners have thought of everything and more. The furnishings, decor and finishing touches make it a very comfy, cosy home from home. The hot tub is an extra special touch. The enclosed garden is a good place for the dog to roam, with now place to escape. A lovely stay in Minehead. We have already booked for next year. Looking forward to going back.”
Paula and family, January 2019

“What a wonderful place! The Barn is beautiful and full of character and fantastically equipped. We will never forget our Christmas Day here, looking up at the beautifully lit church on Christmas evening was magical. The kitchen is great, and we found everything we needed to cook a full Christmas dinner. We have had such a relaxing break. The barn is so comfortable and peaceful. We walked our dog Gemma along the beach every day, then she relaxed in the garden while we hopped into the hot tub – perfect! Thank you, we have truly made memories that we will never forget.”
Sam, Andrew, Joe, Ollie and Gemma the dog, Christmas 2018

“The Stone Barn has been our base during a ‘working holiday’ in Minehead. It has proved to be an oasis of calm and relaxation after a hard day’s work. All the fixtures and fittings are to a very high standard and a lot of thought has gone into it to equip it for every eventuality. A relax in the hot tub each evening was the icing on the cake! Looking forward to returning soon and spending more time relaxing, and less time working.”
Hilary, Richard and Millie the dog, November 2018

“Well…Stone Barn you have been an absolute pleasure to stay in. Absolutely stunning! Beautiful décor that has given me ideas for home. David is planning on a hot tub as we could not get him out of it!! 😊 The views are stunning, and the church lit up is beautiful to see. We have visited many places, Porlock, Dunster, Lynton, Lynmouth to name a few…the view from the cliff top railway is quite breath-taking. We enjoyed the steam train journey from Minhead to Bishops Lydeard – we loved every minute. Thank you for our stay, we will be back next year to enjoy Minehead and Stone Barn all over again. Can’t wait to enjoy the hot tub lit up, so relaxing…”
Sam, David, Gail, David from Barry, Oct 2018

“What a gorgeous property, we felt so at home as soon as we arrived. Thank you for the lovely welcome. The house and garden are done to such a high standard, you have thought of everything. Loved the mix of old and news, felt like a boutique hotel, just bigger! Lovely walks – Horner Wood, Selworthy Beacon, and Porlock to Colbone to name our favourites. Enjoyed the food at ‘The Old Ship Aground’ and the Luttrell Arms in Dunster. The hot tub was a fab bonus, helped my aching bones after a long day walking. We have a fab week despite the storms! Thank you so much.”
Julie, Steve and Tasha (the BT), September 2018

“Wow! What a wonderful place to stay. The accommodation was first class, so clean and furnished to a high standard. Everything you need and more for a week’s stay with my husband and his parents. Even our budgie Eddie was made welcome with a bag of seed! The owners have thought of everything. A big thank you! We really enjoyed sitting in the garden with a cup of tea and evenings in the hot tub were a must looking up at the night’s sky and the magnificent view of the church all lit up. Thank you again!”
Gillian, Steve Roy Audrey and Eddie the budgie, September 2018

“Really nice holiday home in a beautiful part of Minehead. The cottages, little streets, the church, proximity to Exmoor, all are absolutely lovely. The views from the church are magnificent. Some lovely aspects of this house have given us food for thought when we go home, especially the feature lighting! Richard loves the efficient hob, Ellie the rise and fall fan/splashback and I love the black sparkly shower! The hot tub will be sorely missed too. We’ve enjoyed looking again at things and places we saw last time, and a second visit has been so good that a third might be on the cards as I write…Thank you!”
Hilary, Richard and Ellie, September 2018

“What a fantastic week! Stone Barn is absolutely superb, an excellent holiday home of the highest quality. Thank you for a great break, we will certainly be back. We wish we had found Dunster Beach earlier, we recommend it to everyone as a real highlight to be enjoyed. There’s so much to see and do with a bit of travel. Lynton and Lynmouth was a favourite from my childhood and it was great to revisit for the day. We have all really enjoyed our week’s break, the Stone Barn is great, we want to tell other people about it. We also want to come back and try the other cottages with our family.”
The Woakes family, August 2018

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Check the availability of each of our cottages and book online:
Pilgrim Corner
The Oval Dunster
The Old Sweet Shop
Stone Barn