East Harwood Farm Cottage, Timberscombe Timberscombe, Somerset

Holiday Rental Description

East Harwood Farm Cottage is a tranquil stone-built property located in the heart of beautiful Exmoor National Park. Set high up above the village of Timberscombe and within close reach of the coast, the cottage offers stunning views from every front-facing window and excellent walking opportunities.

2 first floor bedrooms (one king-sized double and one twin)
Open-plan ground floor sitting/dining area with dining table and wood-burning stove
Ground floor kitchen well equipped with large electric range oven and hob, microwave, cookware, cutlery, crockery, and glasses, etc
First floor family bathroom with shower over bath, toilet, and handbasin
Wi-fi, central heating, and electricity included in cost, plus one basket of logs
Bed linen and towels provided. (Please bring own beach towels for day trips)
Up to two dogs welcome (supplement of £15 per dog)

Please note, property unsuitable for children under the age of 8 due to being a working farm with ponds and livestockPatio area with table and chairs
Approx. 1 mile from the village of Timberscombe with local dog and family friendly pub that serves food
Ideal location for walking, with a number of footpaths accessible directly from the driveway, including one leading up onto the moors and Dunkery Beacon, and another down into the valley
Non-perishable items such as salt, pepper, and oil provided
No washing machine, but owners offer to wash a load of laundry for any guests staying a week or longer
Parking available outside cottage

Facilities
The entrance to the property is via the hall with space for coats and boots, etc. Then straight into the living room which has a wood-burning stove for cosy evenings on the sofa. The dining table comfortably seats four and is by the entrance to the kitchen. The kitchen is equipped with a large electric range oven and hob, microwave, cookware, cutlery, crockery, glasses, etc. and an under-counter fridge with a small freezer compartment. Some non-perishable items will be provided, such as salt, pepper, oil, etc.

Upstairs there is one double bedroom with King sized bed, and one twin room. The bathroom comprises a bath with shower over, toilet and handbasin. The 2nd TV is there in the King sized bed room.

Electricity and heating costs are included in the price of your accommodation. Central heating is fitted throughout the property and there is a wood-burner in the living room for winter use. One basket of logs and some kindling will be provided. Further logs can be purchased on site from the owners if required.

Bed linen and towels are provided. Please bring outdoor/beach towels if you wish to take them with you on day trips.

Up to two dogs are welcome by prior arrangement, for a supplement of £15 per dog. Please do not allow your dogs on the furniture or upstairs.

Wifi is available, but given this is a rural area, speeds are typically slow. There is poor mobile coverage at the cottage itself, with some from EE and Vodafone.

There is no washing machine at the property, but the owners will do a load for any guests staying for a week or more.

Sorry: No children under 5, as this is a farm with ponds and livestock. Guests with electric cars can plug into the existing domestic supply.

Location
Timberscombe is a charming village, which has a pub (drinks only), church and Post Office.

Dunster (3 miles from Timberscombe) is generally recognised as one of the most perfectly-preserved medieval villages in England. There are many attractive and historic features, including a 17th century watermill (which still grinds flour), a pack horse bridge and of course Dunster Castle, owned and managed by the National Trust.

The coast can be accessed at Dunster beach or Minehead, or further west at Porlock Weir or Lynmouth (shingle beaches). North Devon's sandy beaches are an hour away by car. The South West Coastal Path starts at Minehead, some 15 minutes away by car.

East Harwood Farm is in the heart of Exmoor National Park, which has numerous walks and longer trails, including popular beauty spots like Tarr Steps, Webber's Post and Landacre Bridge. Dunkery Beacon, the highest point on Exmoor, can be reached on foot, or in 15 minutes by car.

In recent years a wood in the valley has become famous for the abundance of snowdrops, hence the area has become known as 'Snowdrop Valley'. The snowdrops bloom from the end of January for about three weeks. The Valley is a 25 minute walk from the Farm.