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The Annexe, Near Dunster

Family-friendly cottage in Minehead

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Pool
Children's area
Property grounds
Property grounds
Microwave, oven, dishwasher, highchair

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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Dunster, Somerset
  • Place, Dunster Castle
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Minehead Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Dunster Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    ‪69 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Minehead

This cottage is located within a few miles (5 km) of Dunster Working Watermill and Dunster Castle. The cottage includes a private pool, a fireplace, and a microwave.

What's nearby

  • Dunster Castle - 4 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Exmoor National Park - 4 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Minehead Beach - 8 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • Dunster Beach - 10 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Porlock Weir Harbour - 22 min drive - 10.0 miles

Getting around

  • Minehead Station - 12 min drive
  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 158 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Duke of Wellington (Wetherspoon) - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Queen's Head Inn - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Mr Micawbers - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Brewers Fayre - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Annexe, Near Dunster

Property Summary
The Annexe is part of a complex of charming country cottages in a beautiful setting of the Avill Valley between Dunster and Timberscombe, within the Exmoor National Park. This property is well-suited to families having two bedrooms, one with double bed and one twin bedroom.

Main Description
Set slightly apart from the other cottages, The Annexe has uninterrupted views across our fields and the Avill Valley, and catches the afternoon and evening sun.

Sleeps up to 4 guests
Two bedrooms; one double one twin
Dogs welcome (2 max) for £20 per dog
Bed linen provided
Towels can be hired for £3 per person
Cots and high chairs available on request
Shared indoor heating swimming pool, spa bath and games room
On-site parking
Wifi, heating and electricity is included (heating provided by Biomass Boiler)
Idyllic location with 9 acres of land to explore
Saturday changeover
Short breaks available outside of the main school holidays
Arrive between 3 pm and 6 pm
Depart by 10 am

The 4-star complex of cottages consist of a variety of cottages with varying numbers of beds to best suit your needs whether that's sleeping 2 guests or up to 6 per cottage, making this an ideal place to holiday as a family, with your children, as a couple or in a larger group.

During restrictions, the pool will be open and each cottage will have the opportunity to book a private slot. The pool was operated like this last year during restrictions and it worked very well.
The games room will be open with the door left open for ventilation, with hand sanitiser will be available outside.

Indoor Description
Entry to The Annexe is over a little wooden bridge and then up two steps, to the French Doors. Downstairs there is a kitchen and dining/living room with a woodburner. Upstairs there is a double bedroom, a twin bedroom and a bathroom (with shower).

Bed linen is provided, towels can be hired for £3 per person.

Central heating and electricity is included

Outdoor Description
The cottages are set within 9 acres of land that you are welcome to explore, there are picnic areas and a safe river for paddling - in warmer weather!

The cottage also shares with the other cottages:
Hard tennis court which operates on a "turn up & play" system (racquets & balls available to borrow)
Indoor heated pool and spa bath - open all year round with changing and shower facilities (children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult). The pool is 36′ × 16′6" (11m x 5m) with a depth of 1.15 m (the pool is flat-bottomed, there isn't a deep end as it's unmanned). The pool is intended for adults and children's use.
Games room with pool table, table tennis table, table football & mini trampoline
A large trampoline which is 14ft round and has a protective barrier netting (adult supervision required; please remove shoes)
Football net is situated in the "play paddock" where guests often play cricket or badminton, fly kites etc. There are also two picnic benches (please keep dogs on a lead in this shared area)
Gate Lodge Play Centre is a two-story playhouse with swings, slide, fireman’s pole & assault course
The owner's Shetland ponies, Freddie and Phoenix, are often grazing in the nearby paddock
There is also a shared information room where guests can find a payphone, information brochures, children's books, videos and DVDs.

Parking
As The Annexe is the furthest cottage from the main car park, this property has an allocated car parking space in the secondary courtyard approx 35 meters from the front door. Any additional cars can be unloaded here but should then be parked in the main car park.

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
Located in the picturesque Avill Valley, within Exmoor National Park, and near to Dunster and Minehead, the cottage is in a perfect location for family holidays, romantic breaks or a get-away with your dogs. No matter what you want from your holiday, there’s something for everyone - cyclists, hikers, horse riders and families will all love the rugged and epic landscape on the doorstep. West Somerset
and North Devon have wonderful coastlines and stunning countryside, just waiting for you to explore!
The cottage features 2 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a private pool, a washing machine, and a fireplace.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite 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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

The Annexe - Exmoor National Park - Sleeps 4 Cottage
The Annexe - Exmoor National Park - Sleeps 4 Minehead
The Annexe - Exmoor National Park - Sleeps 4 Cottage Minehead
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Frequently asked questions

What's there to see close to this cottage?

This cottage is located in Minehead, close to Dunster Castle, Minehead Beach, and Dunster Beach. You'll also find Exmoor National Park and Dunster Working Watermill within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at The Annexe, Near Dunster?

As of Oct 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Annexe, Near Dunster on Nov 3, 2025 start from $496.92, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available on site at this cottage?

No, there isn't parking available at the cottage.

Is this cottage associated with a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage; however, the accommodation features a private pool.

Is The Annexe, Near Dunster good for couples?

There are many amenities for couples at this cottage, including a private pool and a fireplace in each accommodation with some featuring private pools.

Are there hot tubs at The Annexe, Near Dunster?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this cottage.

Does this cottage include breakfast service?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this cottage allow pets to stay for free?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cottage.

Does this cottage have connecting rooms?

No, this cottage doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Cardiff International Airport (CWL), which is about 16.8 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at The Annexe, Near Dunster?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at The Annexe, Near Dunster.