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Mouse House & Honeysuckle Cottage |
Taunton, Somerset, England |
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In the heart of Somerset, lie the Quantocks, the first ever designated AONB in the country. This pair of romantic self-catering cottages are for rent all the year round. They have stunning views of Exmoor and are set in 8 acres with the Quantock hills rising behind them. |
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Property Info |
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Accommodation Type:
| House / Villa |
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Property Setting:
| Romantic / Village / Rural |
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Holiday Type:
| Relaxing / Family |
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Bedrooms:
| 2 |
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Guests:
| 4 |
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Catering:
| self-catering |
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General Info |
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We have one cottage with a large double bedroom and a second cottage with a double and single bedroom. This single bedroom can accommodate 2 full size single beds which are ideal for 2 children sharing the room but we normally present it as one single bed. Both cottages make the ideal base for a self catering holiday in the Quantock hills. They have a light and airy feel with locally made beech kitchens and cupboards. The Quantock based cottages are converted stabling from the charming 17th century Higher house. |
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Details on the area surrounding the property/accommodation |
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The Quantock hills were the first area in England to be designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in 1956 and it's not hard to see why this was the case. As you explore the 35 square miles that make up the Quantock hills, you'll be struck by the raw beauty of this charming landscape. The Quantocks are a popular destination for walkers, riders, naturalists, mountain bikers and anyone who loves the outdoors. Home to wild herds of red deer, the Quantocks will really enable you to get close to nature. At the bottom of the lane which runs past our Quantock cottages, is Cedar Falls (less than one mile away) - a popular health farm and natural therapy centre, set amidst stunning countryside. For the more adventurous you can explore the Quantock hills by foot, bike, car or horse. Or go on a culinary journey in one of the many local fine restaurants and pubs. |
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Getting there & away/local amenities |
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Getting There:
| Junction 25 off the M5 SOUTHWEST to TAUNTON. Then take the A358 out to MINEHEAD. The cottages are about 7 miles out of TAUNTON |
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Nearest airports:
| Bristol 40 miles |
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Nearest train station:
| Taunton 7 miles |
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Nearest ferry terminal:
| Portsmouth |
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Nearest bus stop:
| West Bagborough Village |
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Car Hire:
| Advised |
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Nearest restaurant:
| The Rising Sun Inn |
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Nearest beach:
| Blue Anchor, Watchet |
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Nearest shop:
| The Co-op and Farm Shop |
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Nearest market:
| Taunton |
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More Info |
Owner Info |
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Jennifer Mulhall |
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Contact Phone No. |
01823 432996 |
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Accommodation details |
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Activities Nearby |
Beach within 30km / Birdwatching / Cycling / Golf within 30km / Horse Riding / Tennis / Therapies / Walking
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Interior Facilities |
CD Player / Dishwasher / DVD player / Linen provided / Television / Washing Machine
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Interior Details |
Honeysuckle Cottage has two bedrooms. Downstairs the cottage has a kitchen/dining area (with dishwasher) and sitting room with TV and Freeview. The DVD player also plays CDs. It has a good size kitchen/dining room with fine old beams and a small country sitting room. Upstairs the cottage has two bedrooms, one 5ft bed with pool/garden views and one single bedroom. The Mouse House is a perfect one bedroom nest! It has a spacious open plan upstairs double bedroom and large dressing area. It's very spacious for 2 people and could easily accommodate a baby and cot. Downstairs, this romantic cottage has an open plan lounge and kitchen area. The lounge has TV with Freeview, and DVD player which also plays CDs. The cottage's kitchen is locally made and of fitted Beech. The bathroom in each cottage has a bath and full electric shower and each cottage has a washing machine and microwave.
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Exterior Facilities |
Courtyard / Garden / Garden Furniture / Parking / Swimming Pool / Terrace
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Exterior Details |
The cottages are approached down 8 garden steps which lead into their own courtyard containing the swimming pool , which in the summer, is a veritable sun trap. The pool is shared by the two cottages. For the more active, the self catering cottages also have access to the onsite tennis court and each cottage has tennis balls and rackets. The gardens at Higher House are on several different levels. In front of the main house is the owner's private garden, which you are welcome to pass through in order to admire the views. Above this, through the five-bar gate at the end of the car-park, is an orchard garden which is entirely at the disposal of the cottage guests. You can have tea and look out towards Exmoor.
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Further Details |
The Quantocks were a favourite of Wordsworth and Coleridge and are home to the start of the Coleridge Way which takes you to the farmhouse where he was famously inspired to write 'Kubla Khan'. The Quantocks hosts some absolutely stunning cusine. Try the award winning Blue Ball at Triscombe or Sunday Times acclaimed Farmers Arms. and many other high class restaurants, pub and bistros. Just down the road is The Rising Sun which is under new management and highly recommended. The Quantock Food festival celebrates the best cuisine that the region produces and offers in recognition of the quality achieved. Also well worth visiting for excellent food and B&B, is No 7 West St in Dunster.
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Conditions of
Rental |
Because of the closeness of the pool, we don't have children between the ages of 2 and 10 years old. Also we don't take pets. Arrival time from 3pm and departure time by 10am. Electricity is pre-paid by card meter. This does not affect hot water and central heating which are included in the rental. The average usage is £5.00 per week.
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Other Information |
Other rental properties on site / Short breaks available
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What visitors have said about Mouse House & Honeysuckle Cottage |
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We stayed at The Mouse House in Taunton 2nd-7th May 2010. And it was perfect! Seriously - highly reccomended. A beautiful little place and smashin' hosts. The pictures of the property don't do it justice, it's idyllic.
Josie Winters, UK, May 2010 
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Comfortable cottage - very cosy. We have really enjoyed our stay. Loved the area: Great for walking. Good food at The Rising Sun.
Mike & Judy S, Glos, UK, Jan 2008
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Absolutely charming - wonderful cottage. Just beautiful!!!
Mc Cullogh Family, Scotland, Jan 2009
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A wonderful week. Lots of wonderful local history . Fantastic countryside. Really felt like home. Thank you!
David, Emma & Matt W., Isle of Wight, Jan 2009
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First visit to Somerset - we will be returning! Lovely cottage, fantastic area. We loved the beach near East Quantoxhead and even found a fossil! Recommend Dunster, Allerford, Watchet.
Anne & Richard C., Chingford UK, Jan 2009
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Lovely escape from town, beautiful setting. Nice to take a stroll to the Rising Sun for dinner. We will be back ---
Jane & Marcus, London UK, Jan 2009
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Beautiful weather and surroundings, a perfect retreat away from the hustle and bustle. I would recommend the Mouse House for couples enjoying a relaxing break.
Dave & Marie, London UK, Jan 2009
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Jenny and David, thank you for making us feel very welcome. We feel very much at home at The Mouse House, what a lovely place!
Paul & Paula H, The Netherlands, Jan 2009
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Very cold outside, very cosy inside. A lovely cottage which we hope to visit again.
Mike & Alison, UK, Sep 2009
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Thank goodness for pheasants, scrumpy and Honeysuckle Cottage. Most enjoyable stay!
John & Dorothy L, Australia, May 2009
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We had a wonderful time! Lovely cottage in a beautiful part of the country.
William & Winifred, Rotterdam NL
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