About this property
Located inside the Exmoor National Park, the principal part of this stunning converted Georgian coach house is perfect for a family retreat to the Somerset coastline. Explore Exmoor and the ancient parish of Nettlecombe from the doorstep, hunt for fossils along Somerset’s Jurassic coast or take a steam-train ride on the West Somerset Railway. Visit Cleeve Abbey, an ancient English Heritage monastery, the enchanting Dunster Castle, a National Trust gem, or the picturesque harbour town of Watchet, home to a marina, museums and thriving street markets. Or relax in the secluded and enclosed garden with a traditional open fronted barn. A south-facing outdoor sofa area is a real sun-trap. Enjoy an evening stroll to the nearby Notley Arms gastro-pub, for a drink in the beer garden or an award-winning meal. Or spend evenings cooking up a storm in the amply-equipped kitchen/diner before gathering round the dining table or enjoying a spot of alfresco dining on the patio. A magnificent first floor sitting room awaits upstairs, bursting with original features and local art, exposed oak beams, and a polished wooden floor. The ground floor houses a twin bedroom with doors out onto the garden and a double bedroom with en suite shower room, as well as a separate cloakroom with basin and WC. A third bedroom awaits on the first floor, with a double bed and an elegant en suite bathroom. There are a range of amenities located nearby, including the shops, pubs, restaurants, and cafés in Williton and Watchet. The Quantock Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, is a short drive away.
Yarde is a peaceful hamlet, situated in the foothills of the Exmoor National Park. Close to the Quantock Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and the west Somerset coast, you are within easy reach of a number of fantastic walks and picturesque beaches. The area is well served by local shops and pubs, for grabbing essential items or for treating yourself to a tasty meal and refreshing beverage. The attractive West Somerset Railway also passes through the area, where you can enjoy journeying along the coast from Minehead and admiring unspoilt countryside.
Accommodation
Reverse-level apartment.
Three bedrooms: 1 x ground-floor double with en-suite walk-in shower and basin, 1 x ground-floor twin with basin, 1 first-floor double with en-suite bath, basin and WC.
Ground-floor cloakroom with basin and WC.
First-floor kitchen/diner.
First-floor sitting room.
Electric heaters and woodburning stove.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher.
TV, Record Player, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent (excludes EV charging).
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking available.
Enclosed private garden with lawn, patio with seating, separate lounging area, linhay (traditional open-fronted barn) and pond.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 2.5 miles, pub 1.2 miles.
Note: Pond in garden - children will need to be supervised
Reviews (9)
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Nigel
On arrival the house was very fusty smelling and we had to open upstairs windows and the kitchen door to help freshen things up (bought Fabreeze next day). Spoke to owner regarding this the second day, who was lovely, and explained cleaner had been away, but - when paying such a large amount - feel the initial impression should have been better. Welcome pack appeared to be some milk along with washing up accessories (when some reviews had mentioned scones and cream!) Whilst having pianos and a guitar is undoubtedly quirky we felt the property needed a bit of a revamp. Even the placing of the TV was on a wall where only one chair actually faced it! However, biggest issue was bathrooms. Only one room had a shower (sectioned off with rows of ear-splitting shells on strings!) and the immersion heater couldn't stretch to 5 short showers each morning so some of our boys had to shower at night to allow enough time to reheat overnight, which was a tad frustrating. For smaller groups who love old furniture and can manage a single shower (there is a bath in one bedroom, but it'll use all the hot water) The Coach House is absolutely fine and we absolutely LOVED SOMERSET. Hope the owners will take on board our feedback as with a few changes we'd be back again in the future. Thanks.
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David
It was comfortable and clean with a delightful quirkiness and all facilities as advertised. Two pianos and a guitar were a bonus! The dip in the access ramp was a bit of a problem; a vw golf is not a particularly low-slung car but even with passengers disembarked and driving at a snail's pace we grounded every time.
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Sarah
I loved the double aspect view from the upstairs bedroom. And the incredible high beamed sitting room. We had a great breakfast in the garden on our first day. Then took the steam train to Minehead and walked the first bit of the South West Coast Path which was amazing. We also loved visiting Cleeve Abbey and The Notley Arms! We all had a great time and will definitely come again.