Reviews

“Amazing spacious cottage with a spectacular garden. Everyone was catered for, from two babies to eight adults and a dog! The little touches and attention to detail made our stay all the more enjoyable. It’s not often I have all my children under one roof, thank you for the memories we’ve made.”
The Clan from the Fens, July 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

“Thanks again, we had a wonderful week. The property is so quirky and quaint, and the garden is pure joy.”
The Woods, June 2018

“A lovely week spent at Pilgrim Corner. Great facilities and a lovely touch when we walked in with music, cake and tea laid and waiting for us. We will definitely recommend the cottage to family and friends.”
The Fisher and Jones families, June 2018

“My mother, two sisters and I had a fabulous week to celebrate my 50th birthday. We cannot fault this gorgeous cottage, all splendid. Nothing to add other than a massive thank you.”
Paula and family, June 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

“Lovely cottage with all home comforts. Easy access to Minehead and environs. Well done! We will return soon.”
The Raines and The Bruces, May 2018

“Wow!! What a wonderful place. We had a fantastic four days, we couldn’t have wanted for anything – everything was thought of. The family came away for our mother’s 80th birthday and it was perfect – lovely and peaceful – just what we all needed. The cottage is outstanding, and the garden is beautiful. Lovely walks were had by all! We will return and will highly recommend to others. Thank you.”
The Williams family, April 2018

“After dark the floodlit church tower is an impressive sight from the garden, which is tranquil and beautiful, and the haunting calls of owls bring a magical atmosphere. Tempting though it would be just to stay in, sit by the log burner and enjoy this comfortable home from home, the cottage is a short walk from the coast path, which leads to some of the most beautiful coastline this country has to offer. I speak as one who has a low tolerance of discomfort of any kind, but I could not fault this cottage!”
H & P McCombie, April 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

“What an amazing cottage! We had a lovely time here. The extra touches and the fabulous hot tub made all the difference. We will definitely be recommending Pilgrim Corner and would love to return! Thank you very much.”
The Whalley’s and the Wilby’s, March 2018

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

“This was our first time in England and Somerset, and we feel at home. A wonderful house, beautiful village, nice people and a great landscape surrounding it, and friendly pubs (especially the Forresters). We came a long way from Bremen in Germany, but it was worth every mile. We’ll come back!”
The Schmidt family, July and August 2018

“Thank you so much for our lovely holiday. A great house, great village and great weather! We have really enjoyed our stay, and we go home feeling invigorated. Once again, many thanks.”
Sheila, John, Val, Dave and Obie, July 2018

“We have had a great time staying in The Oval on our first visit to Dunster. What a gem! The cottage is great for location, and to a very high standard. The weather was perfect, and we crammed lots into the week. Fantastic, thank you.”
The Martin family, June 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

“Thank you, we had a most wonderful stay. The cottage was everything and more! The area is beautiful and the walks are all fantastic. Everyone was very friendly and made a lot of fuss of Digby. We will be back, I have fallen in love with Dunster and The Oval!”
Ray, Lyn and Digby, June 2018

“Thank you for the lovely tea and cake on arrival (including treats for Marley), that was very thoughtful.Our grandsons were here for the weekend (six and one and a half) and they had a great time at the park and loved the castle. The cottage is great with everything you need to hand, tastefully decorated and very comfy. Lots to do and see in the area, we will be back again. Thank you again.”
Chris, Debbie, Chloe, Jacob, Alfie and Marley the dog, May 2018

“The owner of “The Oval” at Dunster (Lucy) spared absolutely no effort in making the cottage as welcoming as possible. Every “T” was crossed and every “I” dotted, things like:
a) Tea and coffee on the dining room table – all you had to do was boil a kettle
b) A delicious coffee and walnut cake
c) Some treats for the dog
d) Good concise and accurate information about Dunster and its amenities
e) Everything clean.
f) Lots and lots of little details that Lucy had obviously considered and put into the cottage that made our stay truly exceptional.”
Mr I Littler, May 2018

“The Oval feels like my second home as we’ve stayed so many times. I can honestly say there isn’t anything I would change as every single detail has been thought of. Nothing is too much trouble for the owner, Lucy and her team. From the beautifully laid out tea and cake on arrival to the exceptionally well kitted-out kitchen, this cottage is perfect, and I would recommend it to anyone. Not only is the cottage beautiful, Dunster itself is one the prettiest places I’ve visited and a great location for exploring Exmoor and the surrounding areas. On leaving The Oval earlier this month I’ve already booked our annual visit for next Easter next year and added an additional stay at New Year ….. says it all really.”
The Foster Family, Easter 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

“Our stay at The Oval has been wonderful. We have been warm, cosy, comfortable and very relaxed! Despite the occasional torrential rain, we have had some lovely walks and Hector has enjoyed exploring. He says thank you for the treats – yum yum. Dunster is a beautiful village and a good base to explore Exmoor. We thoroughly recommend the Luttrell Arms, very friendly and excellent food. We also had a great welcome from the Foresters Arms, with a lovely meal. Thank you so much, The Oval has been very special.”
Jan, Tony and Hector the Dog, January 2018

“What a beautiful cottage, full of character. So well equipped! We love Dunster and the surrounding area. Each time we visit we manage to find something new. The Queens Head in Minehead do a lovely carvery on a Sunday and Wednesday plus lovely Thai food. The Chapel House in Dunster is always a favourite of ours. Well worth a visit – all home cooked food and delicious! Thank you for letting us visit your beautiful cottage, we loved it. We especially loved the fire!”
The Webbs, January 2018

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

“The Old Sweet Shop is a really lovely cottage and we thorough 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

“What a lovely property The Old Sweet Shop is! We enjoyed a great stay here in Minehead, red hot weather all week long! I and the rest of the family enjoyed the hot tub and also some good nights out. We can certainly recommend the Old Ship Aground and the Wheelhouse Restaurant for good food. Thank you for having us, for the lovely cake and sweeties left for our arrival and for helping us create lasting friends and memories we’ll cherish for the rest of our lives.”
Roy and Edna Doward and family, July 2018

“We wanted something special for our youngest son’s 21st birthday and we chose The Old Sweet Shop in Minehead. If you are looking for somewhere totally unique with all the extra special touches, then this is it! Thanks for a such a relaxing home-from-home.”
John, Cynthia and family, June 2018

“Thank you for being such wonderful hosts. We have had a lovely, relaxing and much-needed break from smoggy London. Everything was so expertly done. The wonderful touches, the high-end kitchen and the gorgeous ‘sweet’ touches. A highly recommended stay!”
Aoife, Michael and gang, June 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

“We enjoyed a very relaxing break at The Old Sweet Shop – a wonderful cottage, lovingly restored to a very high specification. We were fortunate to have several days of good weather and so we spent time in the garden and the hot tub, taking in the calming ambience of our surroundings. The owners have thought of all home comforts to ensure their guests’ well-being (especially the lovely bedrooms). I would highly recommend The Old Sweet Shop to friends and family as one of the best holiday cottages that we have stayed in.”
Annette and Tim, May 2018

“We had a wonderful greeting at The Old Sweet Shop, it is a stunning cottage – so comfortable and cosy. Full of great character and so much thought put into everything. We were all so excited to find all the beautiful rooms and the welcome goodies. The garden and the hot tub are amazing, we had so much fun out there! Thank you for making Easter morning so special with the eggs for a hunt. We will be back soon!”
Ian, Charlotte, Benjamin, Bella and Joshua, Easter 2018

“The quintessentially British picture-postcard thatched cottage is an unfulfilled retirement idyll for many of us. I can only imagine that the reality of owning such a property, with the rules and regulations around listed-buildings in a conservation zone, must be a thankless task. So, the privilege of being a temporary custodian for such a wonderful property, to cherish the experience and then hand it back, has been one that leaves a little of us behind, and ensures that we will be making a return one day soon.”
Duncan and Elaine Peberdy, February 2018

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

“Thank you for a fantastic stay in Stone Barn. What a stunning conversion! We all loved the little touches such as the original beams being used as a sink stand, and the keys hanging on the wall. I loved the hot tub – amazing after a long day walking. The coastal walk from Lynton to the Valley of the Rocks has probably the best views I’ve ever seen, and it’s amazing to be on Exmoor in five minutes (turn right up Moor Road and you’re there). Also, we loved the concert in Blenheim Gardens in Minehead and The Creamery for lovely ice cream. Walk highlights include Porlock Weir to Culbone Church, and further along the coastal path too – don’t miss the Harbour Gallery and Café for cake afterwards, and Dunster Castle for the garden and walks nearby. Somerset is so beautiful, I wish I’d come years ago. We loved it!”
Lucy H, July 2018

“Thank you for a wonderful stay, the barn is charming and in a lovely part of Minehead. Our 11-month old son loved playing on the beach and crawling around the garden. We loved our trips to Dunster Castle and Porlock Weir – the toasties in Harbour Café are yummy! What a beautiful part of the world. So much to explore, we will return.”
Sarah, Simon and Jack, July 2018

“What a privilege to stay in such as sensitively and wonderfully equipped barn conversion. We loved the quiet area, beautiful thatched cottages and the maze of streets down to the sea front. I loved the walk up to Selworthy Beacon, and my afternoon/evening cliff top runs on the coast path were magical. Our 11-month old was captivated by the garden and I think we may need to buy some stacking cups (thank you for providing the toys!). Our trip to Culbone Church from Porlock Weir was a real highlight. I’ve probably stayed in 25+ self-catering places over the years, and Stone Barn is comfortably the most luxurious and thoughtfully decorated. It’s a gem!!”
Sarah, Simon and Jack, July 2018

“A superb treat to stay in this beautifully restored barn. So well-equipped and such thoughtful detail. There is so much to do in the area. The walks are beautiful. The Valley of the Rocks and Culbone Church were two highlights. Charlie Friday’s Coffee Shop in Lynton has excellent food, as well as coffee. Highly recommended.”
Sandie, July 2018

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