Minehead (7mls SW), Somerset, self catering

This beautifully restored cottage offers guests a glimpse of country life, approached via a small ford - it is perfect for those seeking peace and quiet, but also the perfect base to explore this stunning area of Exmoor and Somerset. Guests can walk through snowdrop valley up to the summit of Dunkery Beacon, where the views are far-reaching. The local village of Wheddon Cross is a short distance away and has a local shop, pub and is most renowned for its displays of the little white flowers in February each year.

Visit the Medieval town of Dunster with its variety of shops, cafes and castle. Other points of interest include the West Somerset Steam Railway, Valley of the Rocks and Lynton and Lynmouth with its water powered cliff railway. You will feel at home immediately with underfloor heating and homely touches throughout, you enter into the lounge which is a perfect place to enjoy time with family and friends where you can sit around the wood burner and enjoy watching a movie on the Smart TV and a selection of books and games.

Next is the spacious kitchen/diner which is the perfect room to enjoy some family meals together and is equipped with electric oven and hob, microwave and fridge/freezer and dishwasher. Down a couple of steps leads to a good size utility/boot room with a washing machine and tumble dryer, its also ideal for coats and boots. This room handily has a separate door, so it's great for your four-legged friend.

Back to the inner hall and there is a cosy snug with a sofa bed, for flexible sleeping arrangements if required (on request). There is a separate WC completing the ground floor. Heading up the stairs there are three bedrooms, a king-size with an en-suite shower and a separate en-suite WC, a twin zip-and-link (which can be made into a super-king-size on request) and lastly the double.

completing the property is the bathroom with a roll top bath and WC, perfect to relax in a bubble bath after a day exploring the moor. Stepping outside you will find a patio area with seating, here you can enjoy the warm Somerset evenings and the country views, keep an eye out for the red deer. Proceed down the stone steps to the remainder of the garden which is all fenced and includes a lawn area which borders onto a stream.

There is off-road parking for three cars to the front of the property. Please note this property has a private water supply.