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Renting a holiday cottage in Somerset

Somerset, in the south of England, is a county which offers much to visitors. Bordered by Bristol, Gloucestershire, Wiltshire, Dorset, and Devon, Somerset is an amalgamation of the lot often combining the very best of each. If you rent a holiday cottage in Somerset you will be able to experience the rural countryside and historical past which colours this county’s character. The county’s main town is Taunton, around 13 miles west of Exmoor. Famous for its cider, the pubs and restaurants of Somerset do not disappoint with most villages maintaining unspoilt traditional pubs, perfect for a Sunday lunch after a long country walk. Try the Bell Inn at Buckland Dinham for a family (and dog) friendly meal. Frome, near Bath, also contains a number of delightful cafes and restaurants sure to entertain, as well as containing some beautiful shops. An expedition into Bath is a must if you are taking a weekend break in Somerset. This Georgian town can trace its ancestry right back to the Romans. The Roman baths are only a single facet of this diverse and interesting town – take a ghost tour late a night to discover the Grey Lady of Bath, or indulge in the newly built Spa nestled in the centre of town.

Renting a cottage in Somerset allows you easy and affordable access to this vibrant place. From town to country: Exmoor National Park covers part of Somerset and is a treat not to be missed. One of the first National Parks to be created in 1954, the towns of Porlock, Dulverton, Lynton, and Lynmouth are contained within the Trust area, and are bustling towns to discover. The dramatic coastline of Exmoor contains the country’s highest sea cliffs, whilst inland a proliferation of heather moorland, deep woodlands of oak and beech offer a varied habitant for the famous red deer and Exmoor ponies.The countryside is perfect for both walkers and horse riders, with over 600 miles of way-marked walks. A self-catered cottage in Exmoor is the perfect way to experience all this, as well as helping to preserve the traditional way of life through support of the locals and their shops, pubs, and businesses.

Somerset contains Glastonbury, home to one of the most international recognised festivals in the world. But aside from the festival Glastonbury has much to offer in the way of a traditional village. Cheddar Gorge is also a place to visit – especially for the kids who will be awed by the largest gorge in Britain at 500 feet. Historically Somerset can boast some incredible houses; Montacute House, Yeovil, as seen in the film ‘Sense and Sensibility’ is an Elizabethan gem, complete with Jacobean and Elizabethan portraits from the National Portrait Gallery (one of only a few centres where the National collection is available outside London). Barrington Court (near Ilminster) is also not to be missed, the formal gardens were influenced by Gertrude Jekyll, and lunch is a must in their delicious in-house restaurant. Whatever you are looking for a holiday rental in Somerset will not disappoint.

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Renting a holiday cottage in Somerset