Somerset Cottages

Holiday Cottages in Somerset

Welcome to Somerset

Known as the ‘jewel of the South West’, Somerset is a delightful county with gorgeous beaches, vibrant resorts, one National Park and three Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty; offering you the perfect get-away-from-it-all self catering holiday.  The inspiration for authors, painters and poets, this is great walking country with moorland and heath, woodland and sheltered valleys, coastal splendour and seaside enjoyment on tap.

 Spun around with fascinating myths and legends, Somerset is also the home of willow craft and many of its welcoming rural communities keep this ancient art alive.  You’ll also discover many historic sites, villages and attractions as well as bags of outdoor pursuits.  Base yourself within Exmoor and enjoy riding, cycling and wildlife.  Also on your doorstep you’ll find great fishing, golf, heritage and superb days out including watersports at the top seaside resort of Minehead.

Festivals and carnivals are held throughout the year, some carrying on a tradition that began as far back as the 1600s.  Fine houses and gardens dot this ancient landscape, steam trains puff through its wooded valleys and natural wonders abound, including subterranean caverns, deep gorges and superb views from moors and ‘tors’.  Whatever you’re looking for, you’re sure to find it in Somerset and our great value cottage holidays make an excellent and affordable base from which to explore this county’s many delights. 

Things to do in Somerset

Top seaside fun can be found in Minehead.  Surrounded by beautiful Exmoor, Minehead’s easily accessible long golden Blue Flag beach is backed by picturesque North Hill.  The town’s wide, tree lined boulevards open out on to the charming sea front with its cafés, boutiques and restaurants. Minehead is also the base for the West Somerset Railway.  The longest preserved steam railway in the country its route will take you through some stunning countryside.  Be it watersports at Wimbleball Lake, waterskiing and surfing off the west coast, walking the South West Coastal Path or enjoying a night at the Regal Theatre, Minehead is a great cottage holiday base.

For top family days out experience the Cheddar Gorge, Wookey Hole, plus animal lovers make a beeline for Exmoor Falconry and Animal Farm and Exmoor Zoo.  Step back in time on the cobble streets of Frome and Bruton; storm the walls of romantic Dunster or impressive Farleigh Hungerford Castles and marvel at epic Wells Cathedral.  You’ll also find a wealth of wildlife and nature to enjoy including Shapwick Heath National Nature Reserve or simply spend your time just enjoying walking, cycling and riding through the beautiful and inspiring scenery of Exmoor National Park.