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The Old Forge - Two Bedroom Cottage in the very Heart of Exmoor (Pet Friendly)

Cottage in Minehead with kitchen and patio

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
Exterior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, stereo
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4431 sq ft

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  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

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Exford, Exmoor, ENG
  • Popular LocationDunkery Beacon16 min drive
  • Popular LocationExmoor National Park19 min drive
  • Popular LocationPorlock Weir Harbour32 min drive
  • AirportBristol (BRS-Bristol Intl.)85 min drive

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20/10 Excellent

This was our third stay in this delightful cottage. A relaxing holiday and a perfect base for exploring Exmoor.
Samantha P.
Nov 15, 2023

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Old Forge - Two Bedroom Cottage in the very Heart of Exmoor (Pet Friendly)

Cottage in Minehead with kitchen and patio
This smoke-free cottage features parking, Internet access and stereo. The cottage has 2 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a DVD player. Guests can enjoy a fireplace, and other amenities include a kitchen with a fridge and an oven.
Guest accommodation at this cottage offers fireplaces and DVD players. Rooms open to patios. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and hairdryers.

This Minehead cottage provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property manager

Tess Lakin

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Combined shower/bath
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • DVD player
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking anywhere on the premises please.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Hunting nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 431 sq ft (40 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Dogs are welcome at an extra fee of £20

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: A very child friendly cottage.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

The Old Forge Two Bedroom Cottage in the Very Heart of Exmoor

About the area

Minehead

Located in Minehead, this cottage is in a rural area. Exford Memorial Hall and Caratacus Stone are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Exmoor National Park and Holnicote Estate. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Rock and Rapid Adventures or South Molton Rugby Club. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Dunkery Beacon - 16 min drive
  • Exmoor National Park - 19 min drive
  • Dunster Castle - 21 min drive
  • Porlock Weir Harbour - 32 min drive
  • Lynton and Lymouth Cliff Railway - 35 min drive

Getting around

  • Minehead Station - 36 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

  • Tarr Farm Inn - 13 min drive
  • The Ship inn at Porlock Weir - 16 min drive
  • The Castle Porlock - 14 min drive
  • Royal Oak - 15 min drive
  • The Lorna Doone Hotel - 15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Old Forge - Two Bedroom Cottage in the very Heart of Exmoor (Pet Friendly) pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at The Old Forge - Two Bedroom Cottage in the very Heart of Exmoor (Pet Friendly)?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Old Forge - Two Bedroom Cottage in the very Heart of Exmoor (Pet Friendly)?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is The Old Forge - Two Bedroom Cottage in the very Heart of Exmoor (Pet Friendly) located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Exford Memorial Hall and Parish Church of St. Mary Magdalene. Dunkery Beacon and Caratacus Stone are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 41 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 41 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 41 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Samantha P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another lovely stay at The Old Forge in Exford
This was our third stay in this delightful cottage. A relaxing holiday and a perfect base for exploring Exmoor.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Brian F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Review
Very comfortable and everything we needed for a week's stay. Lovely location and local shop and pub were excellent. A little disappointed with the outside space but overall a very enjoyable week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic cottage in ab beautiful location
We enjoyed our second holiday staying at the Old Forge. This delightful cottage is set in the lovely village of Exford. It's a perfect location for exploring Exmoor, we also visited Woolacombe, Ilfracombe, Lynmouth as well as Dunster and Minehead. The cottage is very cosy, with everything you could possibly need. It really feels like home! We can't wait to come back again for another holiday!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cosy and Comfortable
We had a great holiday despite the rain! The cottage was cosy, comfortable and spotlessly clean and provided a lovely base for some excellent walks. It was very well equipped and we lacked for nothing. The proximity of 2 hotels/ pubs both of which provided high quality food was the icing on the cake.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nigel C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cottage in th heart of Exmoor
The Old Forge is an extremely well set up cottage on the village green. It is very well equipped and very comfortable. The village itself is the local centre of the farming community as also the base of the local hunt - people are very friendly.There two excellent pubs and a well stocked village shop - holidays could hardly be easier! We hope to return. Nigel and Jo Carter
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Richard Q.

Liked: Cleanliness
Welcome pack additions
mention the bin collections and the recycle rules, what needs to go in which bin. Cutlery and crockery in numbers could be a bit more in numbers . We were only with two so we could get it to work. But a party of 4 would quickly run out of cups or plates. In the main very nice stay, lovely cottage. And the neighbour was not too noisy....
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

Judith M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Staying in The Old Forge Cottage,Exdord
Found being in the cottage very noisy with many large vehicles thundering past, sometimes very early which started our little dog barking,it seems to be a main through road for huge container lorries etc. Certainly not quiet and peaceful which is what we needed after a traumatic past few months. Double glazing is definately needed. Lovely cottage though , just furniture in the lounge area could be a bit more up to date and comfortable and recycling tips etc displayed more prominantly as we did not find them til we were leaving. If we come that way again we would look for somewhere much quieter in the village.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

CHarding H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cottage in an idyllic setting
Well equipped and extremely clean cottage located in the heart of the village. Local pubs and tearoom provide good food. Lots of places to visit nearby. Couple of issues that we have raised were resolved quicky with the owner .
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cottage
Had a good time in a very nice property overlooking village green two pubs,cafe and village shop all within 50 yards.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ann B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely location
Nicely located in a village with places to eat. House is nice but a little dark. Garden is separate from the house but is by the river so pleasant.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022