Guests say
Alcombe House in Minehead offers spacious accommodation with comfortable bedrooms and well-stocked kitchen facilities, ideal for large groups. The property's location is convenient for exploring local attractions and amenities. Guests have enjoyed the games room and the thoughtful touches like a decorated Christmas tree, although some have noted areas for improvement in maintenance.
The property generally receives positive remarks for cleanliness, with well-presented rooms and clean kitchen facilities. However, there were isolated incidents of odour and unflushed toilets upon arrival, suggesting occasional lapses.
The property's location is praised for its proximity to beaches, Dunster Castle, local shops, and supermarkets, making it a convenient base for exploring Somerset.
Guests have found the beds very comfortable and the living spaces ample for relaxation and family gatherings. Some concerns were raised about heating in certain rooms, but overall the comfort level is high.
The property boasts a well-equipped kitchen and a popular games room. However, issues with hot water, internet connectivity, and some non-functional doors have affected the facilities score.
While guests appreciated the Christmas tree and baby gates, there is no mention of gifts that would influence the thoughtfulness score. Therefore, this score is set to null.
About this property
Set in the backdrop of the Exmoor National Park, is this impressive five-storey, Grade III listed property, Alcombe House. Dating back to the 18th-century, this attractive abode is just a stone's throw away from the beach in Minehead, Somerset and welcomes 16 guests to enjoy a coastal escape with loved ones all year round. When you arrive, you'll find off-road parking for seven cars, along with gardens to the front with outdoor seating to relax in the sunshine. Inside, a spacious entrance hallway leads you to the large kitchen, fully-equipped for your self-catering needs, as well as a bright and airy dining room with high ceilings, where you can host family dinners. When it's time to relax, head to the spacious sitting room with plenty of plush seating, a TV, and a bay window bringing in plenty of natural light. However, if you're looking for more entertainment, retreat to the lower-ground-floor games room with pool table, air hocky and a ping pong table, a thoughtfully appointed hideaway with something for everyone! Alcombe House boasts eight beautifully presented bedrooms, each with storage space and en-suite bathrooms, with an impressive centre staircase winding from the ground floor up to the third floor. You'll find double bedrooms on the first and second floor, along with a super-king-size room. On the third floor are two twin rooms, to suit a range of groups and sleeping arrangements. If you can tear yourself away from your elegant staycation, Minehead is a superb base for families where you can dine at the likes of Queen's Head Inn, The Wheelhouse Restaurant, and The Old Ship Aground, along with plenty of shops to stock up on essentials if you prefer cooking at home. Minehead Beach and Seafront, Blenheim Gardens, and the popular seaside resort of Butlins with an abundance of activities to choose from are all nearby. Avid walkers will be excited by the Exmoor National Park which resides just outside Minehead; embark on a scenic coastal walk, discover historic sites such as the National Trust Dunster Castle and Watermill and The Lighthouse Keepers Cottage, and spot local wildlife in the many woodland and nature reserves. Further afield, you'll find Tropiquaria Wildlife Park and the historic market towns of Taunton and Bridgwater. For a memorable trip to Somerset, find everything you need at Alcombe House.
On the gorgeous West Somerset Coast, the well-liked beach town of Minehead is located in a wonderful, sheltered area beneath the magnificent North Hill. This friendly town has a mile-long esplanade that beautifully frames the golden beach, and the charming harbour, which is frequented in the summer by the renowned paddle steamer Waverley, provides good fishing chances. The West Somerset Railway offers historic steam train rides from the seashore. You may also visit Blenheim Gardens, which has won numerous prizes for its exquisite floral displays. Exmoor National Park, known for having the largest herd of red deer in England, is well worth a visit, as is the magnificent Norman Castle at Dunster, which is close. It also has wooded valleys, charming bridlepaths, and heather-covered moors.
Accommodation
Over five floors.
Eight bedrooms: 1 x second-floor super-king-size with en-suite bath, walk-in shower, basin, and WC, 3 x double with en-suite bath, shower over, basin and WC, 2 x second-floor double with en-suite bath, shower over, basin and WC, 2 x third-floor twin with en-suite bath, shower over, basin and WC.
First-floor cloakroom with basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Dining room.
Sitting room.
Lower-ground-floor games room
Electric central heating in bedrooms and gas central heating on the ground floor.
2 x electric double ovens, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher.
2 x TVs, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Pool table, Air Hockey and Table Tennis.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Highchair and travel cot available on request.
Off-road parking for 7 cars.
Front garden with furniture.
Pet-friendly.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.2 miles, pub 0.1 miles, beach 1 mile.
Note: Stairs throughout the property, please take care
Reviews (9)
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Louise
.. pots outside the front door not maintained & full of weeds. Damp on ceiling in at least 2 bathrooms. Mould on the wall in bathroom of room 4 plus mouldy sealant in shower and cracked shower tray. Musty damp smell in games room made it an unpleasant place to be. Also a lack of serving dishes / ovenproof dishes to cook in. Overall it was a pleasant place but could be so much better if the above things were addressed. As it was I just felt it didn't live up to the pictures or the money I spent. Positives were that the overall decor was nice, plenty of space inside, comfy sofa's and beds. Also plenty of glasses and crockery provided. And property was in great location.
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Amitava
Good kitchen. Accurate size and description of rooms. Bad: Basement smelled of damp The pool / hockey table was broken - a big loss to the kids particularly No table tennis balls. The blinds in one room did not work The blinds in all the rooms did not block out the sun well - none of us slept well. No stereo to play music in the lounge Many of the windows were difficult or impossible to open. On arrival Room 1 had an odour of faeces - from a stool that had been left unflushed in the toilet. When had this been cleaned? All that said. We had a good time.
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Andy
Really great hse ideal for large parties as has 8 good sized bedrooms Perhaps a few more Pyrex and oven dishes if you plan to use kitchen but ovens really efficient Overall a great hse for relaxing Thank you