Guests say
Little Dragons is a charming, well-equipped cottage in the heart of Dunster, praised for its comfort, cleanliness, and excellent location close to local attractions and walks. Guests appreciate the cosy atmosphere, quality bedding, and helpful communication from the host. While parking and the sound of church bells are occasional challenges, most found these minor compared to the overall experience. The cottage is ideal for exploring the area, with many thoughtful touches and a welcoming feel, making it a popular choice for return visits.
The majority of guests found the cottage spotlessly clean and well maintained, with only rare exceptions mentioning minor cleanliness issues. The high standard of cleanliness was especially appreciated during the Covid period.
The location is highly praised, with guests loving the proximity to Dunster's attractions, walks, and the village centre. The setting is described as beautiful and convenient for exploring the surrounding area.
Guests consistently mention comfortable beds, cosy living spaces, and a relaxing atmosphere. The cottage is described as warm and inviting, with quality furnishings and bedding contributing to a restful stay.
The cottage is well equipped, with a modern kitchen, hot water, and useful amenities. Some minor suggestions for improvement include more logs for the wood burner, a heated airer, and occasional maintenance issues, but overall facilities are highly rated.
Many guests appreciated welcome treats and helpful information from the host, though a few noted that gifts such as welcome packs or logs are not always provided and cannot be guaranteed. Communication from the owner is frequently praised.
About this property
This pretty mid-terraced cottage backs onto St George's Church in the small picturesque medieval village of Dunster. This cosy Dunster cottage is believed to date back to the mid 1800s and has retained some of the original features, but has been updated complete with two good-sized bedrooms, one with a kingsize bed, a fitted kitchen/diner and a sitting room with a woodburner. This Dunster cottage has the added attraction of a shared mature cottage garden just a short walk from the front door, and guests are welcome to sit and enjoy the flowers. There are plentiful walks around this Dunster cottage, either into the deer park up on the Exmoor Hills or along the coastal path just a couple of miles away.
The village itself has plenty of interesting gift shops, small grocery shops and a host of historic buildings, as well as a church whose bells can be heard both during the day and into the night. A short drive will take you to the pretty harbour at Watchet or west towards Porlock, and the steep hills climbing out of the village up onto Exmoor. The seaside resort of Minehead with golden sandy beaches and fun-filled mile-long beach promenade is three miles away, or why not discover the green hills of Exmoor with their abundance of deer, birds and gentle rivers bubbling through beautiful landscapes? This Dunster cottage provides a relaxing holiday in a character cottage, within Exmoor National Park.
Dunster is a Somerset village between Minehead and Bridgwater. There are many villages to explore including Porlock and the busy resort of Minehead.
Accommodation
1x kingsize bedroom and 1x double bedroom (one with TV with Freeview).
Ground floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Fitted kitchen with dining area.
Utility.
Sitting room with woodburner.
Smart TV with Netflix 43” screen in living room and a 32” screen in master bedroom.
Gas central heating with woodburner.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, coffee machine, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, 2 x TVs with Freeview, DVD, WiFi.
Fuel, power and starter pack for stove included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Roadside parking opposite.
Shared garden ten yards from cottage.
One well-behaved dog welcome, two upon request (no other pet types allowed).
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 2 mins walk.
The owner also has a site for more information about the cottage and surrounding area - https://www.littledragonsdunster.co.uk/.
Note: The property is situated next to a main road, some road noise and bell ringing may be heard throughout the day.
Note: The garden is not enclosed.
Note: The stairs leading up to the bedrooms are quite steep, please take care.
Note: Please contact us before making a Sunday or Tuesday check in.
Please note: If bringing a infant that brings the occupancy over 4, please contact Sykes first.
Reviews (54)
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Roderick
Parking could be an issue outside the property, but we were able to park outside the property to unload, then moved around the corner. Later we were able to park outside the property and left the car there all week.. Bed was comfortable and ample storage. Stuart was really helpful, calling me before arrival with details, thank you for the shortbread biscuits. Property was spotless, so thanks to the cleaner. Enjoyed our relaxing week's holiday Many thanks to the staff and locals at the Stag and Forrester's for making us feel welcome.
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Carolyn
The cottage was very warm and cosy, we didnât need the log burner. The beds were really comfy, water lovely and hot and the location perfect. Stuart, our host, gave lots of advance information about the cottage and the area. Dunster is a pretty and friendly village with lots to look around. Definitely recommend this cottage, home from home
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Valerie
A very comfortable stay.