The Shippon, Near Wheddon Cross

Wheddon Cross, Minehead, Somerset, Countryside

Check-in Time: 16:00
Check-out Time: 10:00

Outside Description

There is a private garden approx 35 metres from the cottage for guests sole use, a table and chairs are provided and it has great views down the valley.
Guests are also welcome to walk in the fields, but please remember that it is a working farm so please keep clear of livestock (a plan of which fields are occupied will be provided in the cottage).

Downstairs Description

Stone steps lead up from the cobbled yard to the front door which take you directly into the open plan kitchen and sitting room. The vaulted ceiling shows off the original beams and give a spacious feel to the property. The large window looks out over the duck pond and across the farmland beyond. The hallway leads away from the other side of the sitting room to the bathroom which has shower over bath, toilet and hand basin, and the two bedrooms. One is a double bedroom with king-sized bed, and the other is a twin bedroom, therefore sleeping up to 4 guests.

Dogs Welcome: 2 x Dog(s), £15
Child Friendly
Bring Your Horse: Stabling and grazing available so you could bring your horse on holiday to Exmoor with you.
Wi-Fi/Broadband
Open Fire/Multi Fuel Burner
Tourist Attractions:
  • Tropiquaria Zoo: Tropiquaria Animal & Adventure Park, a great day out for adults and children of all ages. Hold a snake or creepie-crawly in the Tropical Hall, visit the amazing puppet show and the aquarium. Outside play for hours on the full-size pirate ships or in the Indoor Play Castle. Visit website
  • Dunster Castle: An ancient castle and comfortable country home with dramatic vistas and subtropical gardens.Dramatically sited on a wooded hill, a castle has existed here since at least Norman times, with an impressive medieval gatehouse and ruined tower giving a reminder of its turbulent history. Visit website
  • West Somerset Railway: It is Britain’s longest “Heritage” Railway running from Bishops Lydeard to the coast at Minehead. There are nine restored stations en route serving a variety of destinations. The railway runs special themed trains throughout the year and large-scale events. Visit website
Eating and Drinking:
  • Exmoor House: At Exmoor House we love good, real food, and the meals we cook for our guests are the kind of thing we like to eat ourselves. In our daily-changing menu we combine good quality ingredients with expert cooking that's imaginative but not too way out. Visit website
  • The Rest & Be Thankful Inn: Our restaurant has firmly established itself as the place to eat when visiting the moor, or to pop in for a light snack when out for a ramble. We take pride in our traditional home-cooked pub meals in the heart of Exmoor, using local produce in and around Wheddon Cross Exmoor whenever possible. Visit website
Food Stores:
Sporting Attractions and Activities:
  • Minehead & West Somerset GC: Minehead and West Somerset Golf Club is a great classic links course set against the rugged backdrop of the Brendon Hills with captivating sea views. If you're seeking a great round of golf, in a superb location, this is the place. Visit website
  • Burrowhayes Farm Riding: We organise escorted rides of mixed abilities in the glorious Horner Valley and on the open moorland. Everyone can enjoy to the full the beauty of Exmoor with the added thrill of being on horseback. Small children's ponies are available for parents to walk and lead. Visit website
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