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Finest Retreats | Little Haven

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Outdoor dining
Exterior
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4100 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Finest Retreats | Little Haven

Little Haven is a beautifully presented, traditional thatched cottage sleeping four people in two bedrooms. The cottage is Grade II listed and is full of character but with all the modern requirements for a cosy stay. It's an ideal choice for couples, friends or a small family.

Guests will fall in love with Little Haven before even stepping inside: Nestled into the side of a quiet hill, the stunning exterior oozes charm while the wrap-around gardens provide an incredible vantage point from which to take in the surrounding countryside on a sunny day. The gardens are south-facing and have outdoor furniture on a top terrace where guests can soak up the sun in the summer.

Stepping inside the cottage into the kitchen, guests will find it well-stocked with all the amenities and utensils required to cook up a feast. There's a handy dishwasher and washing machine for guests' use as well. The kitchen then opens up into the main living and dining area which is perfectly designed for a relaxing time away. The exposed beams, pine doors and oak furniture make it an ideal place to sit in comfort and the large gas-burning stove in the huge fireplace will help keep guests toasty even during the coldest winter months. The cottage comes well-stocked with a selection of board games, books and maps on the local area and a DVD collection for the evenings spent indoors.

The house bathroom can also be found on the ground floor and comes with a a shower-over bath (power shower) and the traditional style bathroom furniture helps add to the cottage's characterful feel.

Up the stairs can be found the two good-sized double bedrooms with king-sized beds and vaulted ceilings. Both bedrooms enjoy countryside views across the small valley and come with plenty of storage and hanging space. The master bedroom has the added advantage of its own private wash basin.

Little Haven is situated on the edge of Alcombe, itself part of the larger town of Minehead. The local pub is only a 5 minute walk down the lane, with the local bakery only a short distance beyond that.

The cottage is perfectly located on the edge of the Exmoor National Park and is near to the starting point of the South West Coast Path - England's longest waymarked footpath which stretches for 630 miles. Inland can be found countless other footpaths making it the perfect property for hikers and dog walkers. Meanwhile, the town of Minehead offers the ideal destination for a family seaside holiday - it boasts a beautiful, long, flat sandy beach, a charming harbour, a bustling town with plenty of independent shops and cafes and family attractions.

The picturesque village of Dunster is also very close by with its splendid castle and yarn market while Watchet, Porlock and Porlock Weir are all also worth a visit, the latter being a very popular spot for crab fishing and water sports.

Little Haven has private parking bay opposite for one car. A second car can parked on the quiet street around the corner. One well-behaved pet is welcome but pets should be kept downstairs and never left alone in the property.

Property manager

Finest Retreats

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Fee: GBP 25
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,076 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 25
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 25
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

334226
Little Haven - Luxury Grade II Listed Thatched Cottage Cottage
Little Haven - Luxury Grade II Listed Thatched Cottage Minehead

About the area

Map
Alcombe, ENG

What's nearby

  • St George's Church - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Dunster Castle - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Minehead Beach - 7 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Dunster Beach - 9 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Porlock Weir Harbour - 14 min drive - 13.2 km

Getting around

  • Minehead Station - 12 min drive
  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 159 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Deck Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Beachcomber Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ludo’s Italian - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Britannia Inn - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Ocean Drive Restaurant - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Finest Retreats | Little Haven pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 25. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What time is check-in at Finest Retreats | Little Haven?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Finest Retreats | Little Haven?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Finest Retreats | Little Haven located?

Situated near the beach, this cottage is within 2 miles (3 km) of Minehead Beach, Blenheim Gardens and St George's Church. Dunster Dolls Museum and Exmoor National Park are also within 2 miles (3 km). Minehead Station is 26 minutes by foot.

Finest Retreats | Little Haven Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Davy A.

Ok nothing special
On arrival the parking was not great and the was no prior notice that the lane was tight and the parking was only for a small to medium car not as we found out suitable for a pickup, house was clean but there was clothing for other people in the rooms and used tissue under the bed, had to clean the oven tray before we could use it and the fridge was set to high and was more like a freezer than a fridge, and there was things missing from The property like bath robes that were in the booklet saying there should of been some provided but ok for the money
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paola A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean, tidy and homely
Lovely cottage , impeccable. Just 5 min drive to town centre . It had everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roger B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Thatched Cottage
Absolutely excellent but we did have to clean the oven grill before using and sort out last week's recycling which had all been thrown in together.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Go back in time with this beautiful English cottage and spectacular surroundings
My husband and I travelled from Boston, USA to come to the glorious county of Somerset and walk the moors, little lanes, woods, pubs, and villages of Exmoor. After a lifetime of reading Thomas Hardy, the Bronte sisters, and of course, R.D. Blackmore's 'Lorna Doone,' it was a dream fulfilled for me. This little thatched roof cottage has been the perfect place for me to feel as if I'm back in time. The grounds and garden are so peaceful and tranquil. Little Staunton lane was within walking distance (we didn't have a car) to Alcombe where right down the street we could get great food and conversation every time we were there. I've never met such friendly and intelligent people as the people of Somerset County! We were able to walk to Dunster and Minehead, but must give a shout out to Mark from Ava Cab Co, who took us out to Lynton/Lynmouth, Withypool (where we had lunch at The Royal Oak Inn where Dwight Eisenhower stayed after D-Day and Blackmore wrote "Lorna Doone"), the Tarr Steps, and the much photographed Allerford packhorse bridge. Jenny next door is the loveliest woman who really enjoys meeting all the neighbours who come and go. Do make an effort to visit her if she doesn't come by with a bouquet of flowers first to greet you! Also want to give a shout out to the housekeeper who came out to dry our clothes, as the listing shows the cottage has a dryer and the directions left in the appliance booklet also gave instructions on how to use it, but turns out there isn't one, so we ended up with a load of wet clothes! Thanks, Emma, for coordinating the drying. My only suggestions would be to dust a bit better and get rid of all the cobwebs in the little corners and windows. Also, two small things that make life easier is to put a little towel rack by the upstairs bedroom sink, and get one of those wire shelves for the shower that hook over it to put soaps and shampoos in. Otherwise, it was perfect!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Tracy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cottage
Lovely cottage with garden. Looks even better in real life than the pictures. The location is great for dog walking. We had a great time. Would love to return another time.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
We loved this cottage!
We loved our time in the thatched cottage! It was an adorable place to stay with everything we needed including good wifi to make it a great getaway.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021