Guests say
Harbour View Cottage in Watchet is highly praised for its stunning harbour views, comfortable furnishings, and excellent location. Guests appreciate the well-equipped property, the supportive host, and the added charm of the nearby steam railway. While some minor issues are noted, the overall sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, with many guests planning return visits.
Most guests find the cottage very clean and tidy upon arrival, contributing to a pleasant stay. However, a few guests noted some cleanliness issues, including the presence of fungus, which slightly impacts the overall high standard of cleanliness.
The location is consistently lauded for its amazing views and proximity to local amenities and attractions. The convenience to the town and the unique experience of the steam railway add to the charm, making the location nearly perfect.
Guests find the beds comfortable and the cottage cosy, with quality linens and a homely feel. Some guests mention the need for additional heating in one bedroom, but overall, the comfort level is very high.
The cottage is well-equipped with modern conveniences and thoughtful touches. Some guests suggest improvements such as more crockery and clearer instructions for the central heating. The presence of a washing machine is appreciated, although some inaccuracies in the listing regarding facilities are noted.
While guests mention thoughtful touches and good communication from the host, there are no specific references to gifts. Therefore, it is not possible to score this category accurately, and guests should not expect gifts as part of their stay.
About this property
This property has 2 bedrooms and an upstairs bathroom, along with a utility room and downstairs WC, and can sleep up to 4 guests. This superb terraced cottage is one of a row of local red stone cottages, comprising of the former coastguard station built in 1898, overlooking Watchet harbour, on the north Somerset coast. Tucked away down a private lane, but within an easy few minutes' walk from the village, this Watchet cottage is ideal for couples and families seeking a relaxing holiday by the sea. The sitting room has wonderful sea views across the harbour and marina, and opens onto the lawned garden, which is a lovely spot to enjoy a cold drink on a sunny day whilst watching the boats come and go. Upstairs are two bedrooms, with one boasting sea views across the Bristol Channel to Wales. Take a gentle stroll from this Watchet cottage down to the harbour, where quaint shops can be found, or for the more energetic there are plentiful walks along the coast towards Blue Anchor with its long promenade lined with fishermen. A short drive to Dunster is well worthwhile, which is a historic National Trust village with cobbled streets lined with cafés and gift shops. Families staying at this Watchet cottage will love the popular resort of Minehead with golden sandy beaches and plenty of fun on the traditional seafront. This delightful Watchet cottage will provide a lovely escape.
The Somerset village of Watchet offers a harbour and a selection of shops, while the West Somerset Railway passes the village and continues through scenery to the coastal town of Minehead. There are walks along the coast, plus the Brendon Hills and Exmoor are close by for countryside heaven.
Accommodation
Harbour View Cottage Watchet.
On entrance to the cottage there will be a large entrance lobby housing a new boiler and area for coats and boots etc.
The old bathroom will be converted into a utility room with an extra ground floor toilet.
All flooring will be replaced and the walls retiled and painted.
The wall separating the dining room and lounge will be removed to create a modern open plan kitchen diner lounge area.
With new appliances, new laminated flooring and lighting.
The walls will be skimmed and painted.
Going upstairs there will be new carpeting, removal of the old wallpaper and newly skimmed and painted walls.
Upstairs the new carpeting continues and what used to be the single bedroom will now become a bathroom.
Tiling throughout and new shower, toilet and vanity unit.
The two bedrooms upstairs will have the walls skimmed and painted and a new carpet.
Please note the maximum number of people the cottage can accommodate will be 4 people.
No pets and no children under 5 remains the same as in the previous agreement.
Gas central heating with gas fire and wood burner.
Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, tall fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, TV with Freeview, DVD, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off road parking for 2 cars.
Lawned garden with furniture.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shops, pubs and restaurants 5 mins walk.
Harbour 2 mins walk.
Note: This property is only suitable for children over 6 years, included infants.
Note: Check-in time 4:30pm, check-out time 10am.
Reviews (68)
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Ruth
Really clean and the beds - amazing. Lovely places to eat. Train on the doorstep!
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Robert
Credit must go to the owners for this 5 STAR Cottage we will be back. Robert & Julia
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Janet
We loved the decor and the location of the property. We do try to explore the immediate surroundings and it was lovely to do that and pop into the deli to buy lunch to eat at the cottage before venturing out again in the afternoon. We only had three nights there and could quite easily have enjoyed a longer stay!