Property Summary Crown Cottage, Exford (Somerset) offers comfortable self-catering accommodation for up to 4 guests in the heart of Exmoor, in the popular village of Exford.
Main Description Crown Cottage, Exford (Somerset) is a picture-postcard, end of terrace, thatched self-catering holiday cottage located in this lovely Exmoor village in the centre of Exmoor National Park. Not far from the the border of West Somerset and North Devon, many of Exmoor's finest attractions are within easy reach from the cottage.
Sleeps up to 4 guests in one double and one twin bedroom Cosy sitting room with wood-burner Kitchen and separate dining room Shower room with large shower Lovely enclosed cottage garden with outside table and chairs Two excellent pub/restaurants and tea rooms within easy walking distance Village green with children’s play area just across the road Free on-street parking outside the cottage, or free car park just 100 metres away Bed linen and towels are provided Wifi, heating and electricity included Dogs welcome (maximum of 2) for supplement of £15 per dog Arrive from 4 pm Depart by 10 am
Indoor Description Downstairs, the sitting room is very cosy, with a stone-built fireplace and wood-burning stove. The wood burner will be laid for your first fire and additional logs are available locally. There is a window seat which overlooks the village green. A smart TV, Freesat box, DVD player, WiFi, and a range of board games and DVDs are provided.
The dining room has a pine table and four chairs. The kitchen comprises all the equipment needed for a self-catering holiday, including a full-sized electric cooker, fridge, washing machine, and microwave.
Upstairs, the main bedroom has a Victorian style double bed, with luxury memory foam mattress, fitted wardrobe, bedside tables and a chest of drawers. The second bedroom has twin beds, a clothes rail, bedside table and built-in drawers.
The shower room contains a large shower cubicle, toilet, built-in vanity unit with electric shaver point, towel radiator, and extractor fan.
Duvets, pillows, bed linen, bath towels, and tea towels are included in the price, as is electricity costs. The cottage is heated by electric heaters throughout, plus the wood-burner in the sitting room. Hot water is provided by an under sink electric heater. A small welcome pack is also included.
Well behaved dogs are welcome for £15 additional charge per dog (2 dogs maximum). Dogs are not allowed on the furniture, upstairs (stair gate provided) or to be left in the property unattended at any time. Please bring your own dog bed and towels.
Smoking is not permitted in the cottage or garden.
Outdoor Description The cottage overlooks the village green in the centre of Exford. The village has a village shop/post office, tea rooms, garage, the Crown Hotel and the White Horse Inn. Both these hotels have excellent restaurants/bars for non-residents.
Exford is a walkers paradise with many miles of way marked paths down the valley following the river Exe, or over the moors of Exmoor to the coast a short drive away.
Parking There's free on-street parking or a public free car park not far from the front door (approx 100 m).
Pets Description This has not been completed by the owner.
Restricted mobility This has not been completed by the owner.
Exit in case of emergency This has not been completed by the owner.
Christmas / New Year This has not been completed by the owner.
The region
Exford is a charming village at the very heart of Exmoor National Park, set in a beautiful valley where the River Exe begins its long journey south to the sea.
The village is centred around a traditional green, with stone cottages, ancient bridges over the river, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Exford has long been a popular base for walkers, riders, and anglers, and it remains one of the finest starting points for exploring Exmoor's open moorland, wooded valleys, and dramatic coastline.
Village Amenities
Exford has a well-stocked community shop and post office selling groceries, newspapers, and everyday essentials. There are two pubs serving food and drink, and a tea room offering homemade cakes and cream teas. The village also has a primary school, a children's play area on the green, and a car park.
Nearby Shopping
The nearest mini-supermarket and petrol station is in Wheddon Cross, approximately 5 miles away. Dulverton, around 8 miles south, is a handsome small town on the southern edge of the National Park with a good range of independent shops, a butcher, a chemist, and the Exmoor National Park Visitor Centre.
For larger supermarkets, Minehead is approximately 12 miles away and has Tesco, Morrisons, and Lidl, as well as most high street banks and other shops. Taunton, Tiverton, and Barnstaple are all within about 25 miles and offer full town-centre shopping.