Guests say
Hideaway in Taunton offers a tranquil retreat with picturesque views and a well-equipped kitchen. Guests appreciate the comfortable furnishings, spacious bedroom, and the property's cleanliness. The garden and surrounding countryside provide a peaceful setting, although the remote location requires driving to visit attractions. The host, Sheila, is commended for her hospitality. Some guests mention Wi-Fi issues and the unique shower setup.
Guests consistently describe the cottage as very clean, with no negative comments on cleanliness, indicating high standards are maintained.
The location is praised for its outstanding views and tranquility. However, the remote setting and narrow access roads are challenging for some, affecting the score.
The property is frequently described as comfortable, with a particularly comfortable bed noted. However, some guests found the mattresses in the bunk beds slightly lumpy, and there were occasional comments about the cold.
The cottage is well-equipped, with a good kitchen and BBQ lodge. However, the Wi-Fi is unreliable and the shower facility has mixed reviews, leading to a slightly lower score.
Guests mention a warm welcome with tea and biscuits, and the host's willingness to chat and provide assistance. While these gestures are appreciated, they are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
This property offers up the opportunity to ’Hideaway’ in rural Somerset with far reaching views over open countryside. An excellent base for an outdoor activity holiday..
Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: Freeview TV, DVD Player, DVDs, French Doors To Decking Area
Kitchen: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Air Fryer, Fridge
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: Bunk (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Attachment, Toilet.
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Cot and highchair. Decking area with garden furniture and use of a barbecue lodge . Use of owner’s garden. One well behaved dog welcome, to be kept on a lead at all times. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking.. Peacefully set high up in rural Somerset close to Exmoor National Park and with far reaching views over open countryside, this holiday home attached to the owner’s farmhouse, provides a comfortable base for relaxation or touring. Excellent for walking and pony trekking as well as exploring Exmoor villages, Wimbleball Lake and west Somerset coast. Easily reached are Minehead, Dunster Castle (National Trust), Knightshayes Court (National Trust) and market town of Taunton. There is also a wooden barbecue lodge in the garden, which is available by arrangement. Nearest shops and post office are in the town of Wiveliscombe which is 4miles away . The nearest pub which also serves food and a Sunday carvery is 2 miles away. However there is quite of lot of choice for lovely eating establishments in the area including Wiveliscombe, Roadwater , Weddon Cross, Watchet to name a few .
Free WiFi
There are low banisters at the property.
There are large gaps between banister spindles.
Pets must be kept on a lead at all times.
Suitable for up to 1 pet
Reviews (22)
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Confirmed Guest
If I had known it was so rural and was in the middle of nowhere I would never have chosen this property. The very small lanes to the house made me very stressed. There were very little passing places and I was worried about other vehicles coming along, and I would not be able to turn around. Where there was some grass areas, if I had to move over on the grass it was long grass and very muddy. This meant that if I had go on the grass, I might not be able to get back off and get stuck in the mud. We arrived 3.oclock and I parked the car. At about 6pm the owner knocked on the door. I open the door expecting a welcoming from the owner. But she said I needed to move the car. It was very dark and I had to maneuver my car hoping that I would not scratch against the wall. The owner then left us outside in the dark and cold and she kept talking about a flickering light on her property. We were very cold outside and just wanted to get in the warm. We were quite cold at times in the property. We couldn't get the WIFI internet. We ended up going to Minehead because there was Wetherspoons that we could use to plan our Postcodes of where we wanted to visit. Every time I had to drive along the tiny lanes I was feeling panicky. I hoped the owner would have been helpful and friendly to us be she wasn't.
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Sophie
Très aimable, très accueillant, un très bel endroit, vraiment calme. Bien meublé.
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Barry Chick
The cottage is hidden away down a fairly steep hill. The property is a good size and is well laid out inside with comfortable furnishings. The bedroom is a good size and the bed is very comfortable. The bathroom is the only let down because the shower is not an actual shower, but a shower head which you use to shower your self down, that is only possible if you are small enough to fit in the bath as the ceiling slopes over the bath area. The kitchen is well equipped and has everything you need to cook and eat there. The view from the windows is impressive over the valley. The Wi-Fi signal fluctuates and is not very good.