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Orchard Cottage, Washford

Orchard Cottage is a welcoming barn conversion with views over the countryside, half a mile from Washford. There is a double and a twin room, a wet room and an open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area. Outside is a private lawned garden plus a hot tub and verandah, and off road parking for one car. Orchard Cottage is a wonderful family base for enjoying Dunster, Minehead, the West Somerset Steam Railway and Exmoor. Please note - charging for electric cars is not permitted. Charging available in Minehead (10 mins away).

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Accommodation Details

All ground floor. Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin, both with TV. Wet room with shower, basin and WC. Open plan living area with fitted kitchen, dining area and sitting area. Hot tub.

This contemporary barn conversion is set amongst the apple trees at Shells, an attractive rural property near the pretty Somerset village of Washford. Set back from the road, this Washford cottage is one of several at Shells and is completely private, set in its own grounds. The modern open plan living area of this Washford cottage is extremely well equipped and opens onto a wide wooden veranda overlooking the orchard, where you can sit and listen to the merry birdsong. The bedrooms in this Washford cottage are all on ground level, with wooden laminate flooring, and the addition of a gorgeous Italian marble-lined wet room makes for stylish living. Outside this Washford cottage there is a partially covered private hot tub, ideal for relaxing after a day out and about, taking part in the multitude of countryside activities in the area including fishing, golf, horse riding and walking the coastal path which starts at the pretty port of Watchet, 2 miles away. There is also Clay Pigeon Shooting, Archery and Co2 Pistol Shooting for larger groups to enjoy (advance bookings only, contact for more information). Four miles away is the historic village of Dunster, where the NT-owned castle towers over the narrow winding cobbled streets of the village. The family will love the beach resort of Minehead, a 15 minute drive from this Washford cottage, with a lengthy seafront, sandy beach, plenty of shops and a departure station for the West Somerset steam railway. A fabulous Washford cottage in a perfect location for exploring the North Somerset coastal area and Exmoor. Note: This cottage is near to Refs. 11459, 914740, 16587 and 16588, together they sleep 36.

Washford is a Somerset village between Minehead and Bridgwater, two miles from the port of Watchet. There are many villages to explore including Porlock, Dunster and the busy resort of Minehead.

Amenities & Facilities

Eco electric radiators. Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine, dishwasher, Smart TV with Freeview, Netflix (please bring your own login details). , Satellite WiFi. All fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Travel Cot and highchair on request (Cot bedding not provided). Off road parking for 2 cars. Private lawned garden at side and rear, with hot tub, wooden veranda, seating and BBQ. One well-behaved dog welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shop and pub 1 mile. Note: The owners are members of BISHTA (British and Irish Spa and Hot Tub Association). Please note - charging for electric cars is not permitted.Charging available in Minehead (10 mins away).

Location Details

Washford is a Somerset village between Minehead and Bridgwater, two miles from the port of Watchet. There are many villages to explore including Porlock, Dunster and the busy resort of Minehead.

Somerset offers 3 areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty - the Quantock, Mendip and Blackdown Hills. Lose yourself in the glory of nature, take a ride on a steam train, visit a traditional farmers' market or explore your mystical side at Glastonbury.

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7-Day Forecast

Make the most of your holiday by considering the weather! The 7-day weather forecast for Washford is detailed below.

Sun 24th Moderate rain 15°C 10°C 44mph 24.5mm 991mb
Mon 25th Light rain 11°C 8°C 26mph 1.7mm 1,002mb
Tue 26th Light rain 10°C 8°C 21mph 1.5mm 1,016mb
Wed 27th Light rain 8°C 6°C 22mph 3.7mm 1,016mb
Thu 28th Overcast clouds 7°C 5°C 14mph 0.0mm 1,027mb
Fri 29th Overcast clouds 10°C 5°C 24mph 0.0mm 1,024mb
Sat 30th Light rain 10°C 8°C 19mph 0.1mm 1,021mb

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