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The self-contained cottage adjoining the owner's home consists of a 
sitting/dining room,kitchen,bathroom and double bedroom all at 
ground floor level.  An ideal retreat for a couple wanting a 
comfortable and cosy accommodation,the cottage was recently 
completely refurbished to a high standard in a tasteful country 
style.  
All towels and bedding (choice of blankets or duvet), heating and 
hot water are included in the price. 
 
Well behaved dog(s) and other pets welcome by prior arrangement.

SITTING/DINING ROOM	
The front door leads into the spacious sitting/dining room, 
consisting of a dining table and two chairs,together with a two 
seater settee and one armchair.  
A colour television, radio with CD and cassette player, coffee 
table, standard lamp,wall lights and a central light over the dining 
table complete the furnishings. 
The room is heated by two night storage heaters plus an Electric Log-
effect Stove. A re-chargeable torch and a night-light are provided.

A good selection of books, local magazines, games and jigsaw puzzles 
is supplied.  There is also a plentiful supply of local information 
with many walks suggested.

BEDROOM
On both sides of the comfortable double bed are single drawer units 
with freestanding bedside lamps and a clock/radio.  There is also a 
chest of three drawers with a small mirror, a double wardrobe 
(plenty of coathangers), a full length wall mirror.  A small 
hairdryer is provided and there are two folding chairs which may be 
taken out to use on picnics.

KITCHEN
The  kitchen  has  been  newly  fitted  and  is  fully  equipped  
with  the usual cooking equipment and utensils.  

The main items being:

Electric oven with grill  and four ring hob
        Microwave oven
        Fridge / freezer
 	Electric toaster
      	Electric Kettle
	Toasted sandwich maker  

Cooking utensils, cutlery, crockery and glassware sufficient for 
four people.

BATHROOM
The bathroom has a washbasin, toilet, and bath with shower over.  
An electric shaver socket and light is fitted over the basin.  Also 
included are an electric wall heater and heated towel rail. An iron 
and ironing board are located in a corner cupboard.

OUTSIDE
There is off street parking provided for one car.
The secluded garden, split into three levels, offers delightful 
views of the village and the Quantock Hills beyond. 
Adjacent to the cottage door is a small patio area with table and 
chairs.  
A BBQ is available on request. 

Nestling in a valley approximately half way between Taunton and 
Minehead, STOGUMBER lies close to the Quantock and Brendon Hills and 
within two miles of the eastern boundary of the Exmoor National 
Park.  The nearest coastline being 5 miles to the north at Watchet. 
It is the ideal location for beachcombers and country walkers alike.

Long before one enters Stogumber, a focal point to catch the eye in 
the centre of the village is the fourteenth century red sandstone 
Church of Our Lady St.Mary.  

Across the square, facing the church. the White Horse Inn is a 
traditional village freehouse providing a warm and friendly welcome, 
home cooked food and an excellent selection Cask Marque accredited 
West Country brewed Real Ales.  Dogs on leads are very welcome here. 

The Central Stores and Post Office conveniently located next to the 
Inn offers a wide range of groceries, fresh and frozen produce 
(bread, milk and vegetables are supplied to the shop fresh each day 
by local tradespeople).  Newspapers, postcards and stationery can be 
purchased here, and Post Office facilities are available.  

This hub of village life is all within a 10 minute walk of the 
cottage.

On the edge of Stogumber one can enjoy the opportunity let the train 
take the strain as the West Somerset Steam Railway, running 
from Bishops Lydeard to Minehead, passes through our tranquil and 
delightful station making it easy to forget the hustle and bustle of 
21st c life.

Following a track of just over 20 miles, this is the longest 
privately owned steam railway in the country.

There are many National Trust or English Heritage properties within 
easy driving distance. Dunster Castle situated in the charming 
medieval village of the same name, and famous for its Yarn Market, 
is approximately 20 minutes drive away on the route to Minehead.

For the garden lover Taunton's lovely Hestercombe Gardens are 
approximately 16 miles away. There are numerous other gardens open 
to the public, many of which are small, private havens of 
tranquillity.  

Each year in Stogumber during the second weekend in June there may 
be between 12 to over 20 gardens open to the public to raise money 
for local charities.

With a host of good pubs and tea rooms serving competitively priced 
meals of excellent quality, Somerset also caters for discerning 
lovers of good food.

2008 TARIFF per week

JAN 5   to   MAR 15	£165
MAR 15	to   MAR 29	£210
MAR 29	to   MAY  3	£200
MAY  3	to   JNE  7	£210
JNE  7	to   JLY  5	£240
JLY  5	to   SEP  6 	£260
SEP  6	to   OCT  4	£240
OCT  4	to   NOV  8	£210
NOV  8	to   DEC 20	£165
DEC 20	to   JAN  3	£260

Dogs £10 per pet per week.  Other well behaved pets considered.



Easter,  Christmas  and  New Year holiday weeks are charged at a 
higher seasonal rate.  
Short break tariff available upon request.
A deposit of 20% is required at the time of booking. 
A telephone booking will be held for four working days only. 
Payment in full is required six weeks before the date of the start 
of the 
holiday.
Guests are advised to take out holiday insurance in case of 
cancellation.  
Refunds will only be considered if we are able to rebook the cottage 
for the same dates and will be subject to an administration charge.
All prices fully inclusive of electricity and linen. We can provide 
a choice of duvet or blankets.
Unless by prior agreement all holidays run from Saturday to 
Saturday.  
On  the day of arrival the cottage will be available from 3pm.  
In  order  to  maintain   our  high  standards,  guests  are 
respectfully asked to vacate by 10am on the day of departure to 
facilitate the preparation of the cottage for incoming visitors.