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Luccombe Cottage, Near Dunster

Cottage in Minehead with private pool

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Nestled in the picturesque Avill Valley within Exmoor National Park, Luccombe Cottage offers a serene retreat. This charming cottage has an upside-down layout with great views across fields and the valley from its airy lounge on the first floor. Shared amenities include a heated indoor swimming pool, spa bath, games room with table tennis and pool tables.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

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

Luccombe Cottage, Near Dunster

Property Summary
Luccombe Cottage, Near Dunster (Somerset) 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 has a double bedroom with en-suite shower room, plus two further twin bedrooms.

Main Description
Luccombe Cottage, Near Dunster (Somerset) is an 'upside down' cottage that occupies the east end of the South Barn, a large stone building that used to be part of the old farm. The property has one double bedrooms with en-suite shower room, plus two twin bedrooms.

Sleeps up to 6 guests
One double bedroom with en-suite shower room
Two twin bedrooms
Family bathroom (with bath &shower)
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 car park
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.

Indoor Description
There are two entrances into Luccombe Cottage, one from the main courtyard and the other from the back of the South Barn.

Entering from the courtyard, on the lower ground floor there is a hallway that leads to the double bedroom with en-suite shower room. There is a staircase that goes up several steps to the upper ground floor. Here you will find two twin bedrooms and a bathroom (with bath and shower). The secondary entrance is off this level.

The lounge and kitchen is up more stairs to the first floor where it is light and airy. There are great views across our fields and the Avill Valley.

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
There is an on-site car park so plenty of room to park your car. It is possible to drive down to the cottage to unload/load your vehicle but please park in the 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!

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms

Entertainment

  • 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

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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

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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

Property is also known as

2146

About the neighborhood

Minehead is home to this cottage. Dunster Dolls Museum and Bakelite Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Wimbleball Lake Activities Centre and Porlock Weir Harbour. The Chocolate House and West Somerset Railway are also worth visiting.
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Near Dunster, Somerset

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Luccombe Cottage, Near Dunster pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Luccombe Cottage, Near Dunster?

As of Oct 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Luccombe Cottage, Near Dunster on Nov 23, 2025 start from $644.98, 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.

What time is check-in at Luccombe Cottage, Near Dunster?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luccombe Cottage, Near Dunster?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Luccombe Cottage, Near Dunster located?

Situated in Minehead, this cottage is within 3 mi (5 km) of Dunster Working Watermill, Dunster Castle, and The Chocolate House. St George's Church and Dunster Dolls Museum are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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