The Oval in Dunster
The spacious living room has a large HDTV with DVD player and Netflix.
The main en-suite bedroom with four-posted bed.
The well-equipped kitchen has plenty of prep space for chefs!
There's a large dining table in a room which opens onto the courtyard.
Enjoy the gorgeous atmosphere with the wood-burning stove
Time to relax by the fire.
Take time to chill out at The Oval cottages.
Cosy front room with wood-burning stove
There's a large dual fuel range cooker, washing machine and dishwasher in the kitchen.
There's plenty of workspace to get creative!
The view from the kitchen through Victorian windows
There are five burners on the gas hob.
Time for coffee - there's a Nespresso Essenza Mini machine and a cafetiere
The utility room has a tumble drier, iron and ironing board and WC
Enjoy a delicious breakfast with a view of the patio.
The dining room is perfect for entertaining.
The Snug has comfy chairs, toys, jigsaws and our library with books for all.
The Snug is a great place to plan your trips.
We're proud to be dog friendly.
Breakfast in bed!
Our Hypnos mattresses guarantee a great night's sleep.
The antique furniture complements the wooden beams.
The en-suite to the main bedroom.
The en-suite to the main bedroom.
The second double en-suite bedroom is light and comfortable.
We provide high quality bedding and linens in all our bedrooms.
Our antique Victorian bedstead in the 'Blue' room.
En-suite to the Blue double bedroom.
En-suite to the Blue double bedroom.
The twin bedroom.
Afternoon tea on the courtyard.
Chill out in our funky seating area with great views out to Exmoor
A perfect spot to soak up the Exmoor sunset.
We love to decorate at Christmas!
Our garlands mix faux and real dried blooms that we have grown.
There are two Christmas trees at The Oval just in case you bought a lot of presents!!
Our front door garland is much-admired.
Welcome to The Oval cottage
We're Four Star Gold Rated by VisitEngland and assessed annually.
We're Four Star Gold Rated by VisitEngland and assessed annually.

The Oval

Dunster, in the county of Somerset

Located in the county of Somerset, The Oval is the perfect family getaway.

The Oval in Dunster is a fabulous property which will sleep 6 people over 3 bedrooms.

The Oval in Dunster, West Street, Dunster, Somerset, TA24 6SN

The Oval in Dunster is a historically fascinating, quirky holiday cottage located in one of one of the West Country's prettiest large villages, among exceptional countryside on the outskirts of Exmoor National Park. The property was originally an open ‘hall house’ dating from the 1400s, making it one of the very oldest buildings in Dunster. Now beautifully upgraded to a self catering apartment for up to 6 guests with modern conveniences and tasteful furnishings and decorations, The Oval retains all the charm and sense of heritage that one would hope for in this famously picturesque medieval village.

Description

3 bedrooms (one four-poster double with door to shower-room (also accessible from landing), one twin, and twin, and one ensuite footboard double)
Comfortable living room with Smart HD TV/DVD/Netflix and wood burning fireplace
Breakfast/dining area with French windows opening to courtyard
Smart oak-fitted kitchen with dishwasher, washing machine, microwave, fridge-freezer, and range-style electric cooker
Utility room with tumble dryer and sink
Cloakroom with WC
Pets welcome (max. 2, no additional supplement)
Check-in from 3pm, check-out by 10am
Please note, property not suitable for those with limited mobility due to steep steps

Best Features

Fantastic renovation that preserves a lovely historical ambience with its medieval doorway, tiled/stone floors, ancient timbers, leaded windows, low lintels, beams, and bedrooms with vaulted ceilings, cruck beams, high quality fabrics and window seats
Pleasant decked courtyard area with views out over the village and church
Located in the heart of one of the West Country’s loveliest villages, estimated to be the largest and most intact medieval village in the whole of England, and overlooked dramatically by the magnificent Dunster Castle
Surrounded by fantastic Exmoor countryside, delightful ancient buildings, interesting boutique shops, a fine church, the famous Yarn Market, and plenty of good pubs, restaurants, and tea rooms
Close proximity (1 mile) to the coastal town of Minehead with its abundance of amenities, sandy beach, and famous steam railway line
Permit provided for reserved parking space in National Trust car park, and a second space provided in private car park, 450 yards from property

Sleeps: up to 6
Pets: yes
Contact Details:
Contact Name: The Best of Exmoor
Telephone: 0117 318076

A little more information on Dunster

Dunster: one of the West Country's prettiest large villages in exceptional countryside, its castle on a wooded hillside standing romantically over its lovely main street. Ancient buildings, cottages; interesting shops; fine church; famous Yarn Market; good pubs, restaurants and tea rooms. Exmoor's heather hills, 6 miles; the sea/sand, 1 mile. Minehead (small resort town, sandy beach, steam railway, golf), 1 mile.

Facilities

  • Balcony or terrace
  • Central Heating
  • Clothes dryer
  • Cooker
  • Dishwasher
  • Fan
  • Freezer
  • Fridge
  • Hair Dryer
  • High Chair
  • Iron and board
  • Kettle
  • Linen provided
  • Log fire
  • Microwave
  • Parking
  • private garden (enclosed)
  • Toaster
  • Towels provided
  • TV
  • Washing Machine
  • Wi-Fi available

Sleeps up to 6

3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms

Lowest price from  £600.00

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NB. Prices change daily, accuracy may vary.

FAQs about The Oval

The Oval has 3 bedrooms.

The Oval can sleep 6 people and has 3 bedrooms.

You can check in at The Oval from 3:30pm. On your departure day, check out is at 10:00am.

The Oval has 2 bathrooms.

The Oval is located near Dunster in the county of Somerset.

* Distances are calculated using data provided by the merchant and calculated as the crow flies. This is may be inaccurate if the merchant only provides the exact property location after booking has been completed.

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