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Ruffles Cottage, Dunster

Escape to this quaint village haven where you can unwind with beautiful views or stroll along historic streets lined with tea rooms and shops.

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Miscellaneous
TV, fireplace
Point of interest
Microwave, oven, dishwasher, high chair
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space

About this property

Entire place

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

Ruffles Cottage, Dunster

Ruffles Cottage, Dunster, is a cosy, comfortable cottage set in the heart of the beautiful medieval village of Dunster. The cottage was built in 1844 and has all ‘mod-cons’ whilst retaining its traditional character, complete with a wood-burning stove. Ruffles Cottage backs onto St. George’s Church and enjoys the melodic chimes of the Church bells. Views of Conygar Tower can be seen in the distance and a glimpse of Dunster Castle too.

Cosy cottage in the heart of medieval Dunster
Easy walking distance to Dunster High Street with many restaurants, pubs, tea rooms and shops
Character features such as wood-burning stove
Sleeps 4 in two bedrooms - one double and one twin (plus cot)
Upstairs bathroom with shower over bath
Private courtyard to the rear of the property with table and chairs
Use of shared garden a few doors down (no longer padlocked!)
Secure storage for bikes, canoes, etc, in adjoining lean-to
Towels and linen provided
Electricity and gas included
Fridge/Freezer
Short walk to Dunster Castle and other historic buildings of interest in Dunster
Numerous walks immediately from the front door
Free parking in street outside cottage
Free WiFi
Only 1.5 miles from Minehead
Arrive from 4 pm
Depart by 10 am

There are numerous walks immediately from the door – up on to the moor via Grabbist Hill (which is just a few paces away), Dunster deer park and woods, up to Conygar Tower and of course the beautiful castle grounds.

Security deposit
A security deposit of £100 is required when booking this property. This will be added to the total price of your booking, and will be refunded after your stay unless the owner discovers damage to the property or its contents after your departure.

Dogs
Up to 2 dogs are welcome for a supplementary fee of £15 per dog. The owners may consider accepting 3 small dogs by arrangement, please get in touch to ask and let us know the breeds/sizes of the dogs for their consideration. Please do not allow your dogs upstairs, a stair gate is provided to help with this, and please do not allow them on the furniture or leave them alone in the property at any time.

Smoking
Ruffles Cottage is strictly non-smoking - in the cottage or in the courtyard.

Arrival and departure
The property will be ready from 4 pm on the day of your arrival. Please depart by 10 am on the last day of your stay. Please leave the property clean and tidy so that we can guarantee it will be ready on time for our next guests.

Property manager

Chris

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Internet access

Food and drink

  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washer/dryer

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

1765

About the area

Map
Dunster, Somerset

What's nearby

  • Dunster Castle - 2 min walk
  • Dunster Working Watermill - 4 min walk
  • St George's Church - 4 min walk
  • Minehead Beach - 8 min drive
  • Dunster Beach - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Minehead Station - 9 min drive
  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 155 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Deck Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Pancake Stand - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Beachcomber Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hotshots Sports Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ludo’s Italian - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ruffles Cottage, Dunster pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Ruffles Cottage, Dunster?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ruffles Cottage, Dunster?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ruffles Cottage, Dunster located?

Situated in Minehead, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Dunster Castle and Exmoor National Park. Dunster Working Watermill and The Chocolate House are also within 5 minutes.

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Ruffles Cottage, Dunster Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

kieran k.

Great place super location cosy very relaxing.
Great place super location cosy very relaxing.
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8/10 Good

David F.

Very pleasant, would stay here again.
Very pleasant, would stay here again.
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10/10 Excellent

John W.

Well equipped comfortable cottage in a quiet location, ideally placed for an Exmoor holiday.
Well equipped comfortable cottage in a quiet location, ideally placed for an Exmoor holiday.
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10/10 Excellent

Mandy K.

Fantastic cosy cottage with all the home comforts needed, location was ideal for all trips to coast
Fantastic cosy cottage with all the home comforts needed, location was ideal for all trips to coast or exmoor within easy reach,no issues with parking, overall a great stay
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8/10 Good

derrick c.

The bar in Luttrell Arms is most welcoming and the food we had was excellent. The Castle and ground
The bar in Luttrell Arms is most welcoming and the food we had was excellent. The Castle and grounds is a must.
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8/10 Good

Sandra conroy C., Bridport Dorset

Great location. Beds really comfortable. High standard of cleanliness. Well equipped.
Great location. Beds really comfortable. High standard of cleanliness. Well equipped.
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10/10 Excellent

Richard C.

Our second stay at Ruffles Cottage. A great location in the centre of Dunster. The cottage was warm
Our second stay at Ruffles Cottage. A great location in the centre of Dunster. The cottage was warm and comfortable. The weather was sunny and the autumn scenery beautiful.
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6/10 Okay

Jonathan B.

Cottage is very well equipped.
Cottage is very well equipped.
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10/10 Excellent

sue w.

We had a wonderful few days at Ruffles cottage so cosy and comfortable. The cottage is clean and v
We had a wonderful few days at Ruffles cottage so cosy and comfortable. The cottage is clean and very well equipped and great walks from the door. We also loved being able to walk into the village and to the pub for dinner. Our dogs loved it too. Thank you for a great stay!
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10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

No, it was a great place in a great location.
No, it was a great place in a great location.
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10/10 Excellent

Liz P.

Lovely cosy little cottage in a beautiful location! The kitchen was well equipped (we knocked up a r
Lovely cosy little cottage in a beautiful location! The kitchen was well equipped (we knocked up a roast dinner for four) and the beds are super comfy! Pretty views across the churchyard and plenty of dog walks straight from the door. We LOVED the woodburner. Great value for money, will be back!
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10/10 Excellent

John A.

An excellent cottage in a convenient location in a pleasant town. The only drawback being the diffic
An excellent cottage in a convenient location in a pleasant town. The only drawback being the difficulty in finding a parking space, especially at weekend s.
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8/10 Good

Christine D.

The cottage was very cosy, comfortable and traditional and we enjoyed relaxing there after walks in
The cottage was very cosy, comfortable and traditional and we enjoyed relaxing there after walks in the very beautiful surrounding area. It was very nice to have the teabags and biscuits on arrival. Thank you.
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10/10 Excellent

Victoria L.

Nice cosy cottage. Very quiet (the church bells were absolutely no issue for us)! Stags inn has grea
Nice cosy cottage. Very quiet (the church bells were absolutely no issue for us)! Stags inn has great food, 2 minutes walk away. No local convenience shops, so remember to buy the essentials before you get there if arriving later like us.
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10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this lovely little cottage. Small but perfectly formed, it had every
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this lovely little cottage. Small but perfectly formed, it had everything we could wish for, including a very comfortable bed. It was a fabulous location with just a few minutes walk to the castle or the high street where we were able to enjoy the magic of Dunster by Candlelight. The communication from the hosts has been great and they have been very helpful. I would highly recommend Ruffles Cottage
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10/10 Excellent

James H.

Lovely cottage, parked up and didn't need to use the car for 4 days. So many walks close by. Would r
Lovely cottage, parked up and didn't need to use the car for 4 days. So many walks close by. Would recommend the secret garden on the lutteral arms on a sunny day. Location of cottage is amazing, it's about as central to Dunster as you can get. My wife, 2 boys (12 and 14) had an awesome stay.
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8/10 Good

Amanda J.

Lovely cottage with lots of charm,the village itself is the best in the area , we did however strugg
Lovely cottage with lots of charm,the village itself is the best in the area , we did however struggle with the parking at time’s especially as it was opposite a school and parking in the village was a no no ,but saying that we had a lovely time Communication from the host was really good, the cottage was clean and welcoming
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6/10 Okay

Pete F.

Beautiful location backing on to the church in the lovely village of Dunster. The cottage is fine fo
Beautiful location backing on to the church in the lovely village of Dunster. The cottage is fine for 2 people - small, lived in, but cosy. Well equipped kitchen. Great to have a bath as well as a shower. Street parking outside only.
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10/10 Excellent

David S.

Dunster is an excellent location for walking, with a choice of Exmoor, Forestry Commission land and
Dunster is an excellent location for walking, with a choice of Exmoor, Forestry Commission land and the coast path. You can pick up some of these paths direct from the village. There are lots of National Trust Houses and other places of interest nearby. Ruffles is a welcoming cottage on a quiet road within minutes of Dunster high street.
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa L.

A well equipped, traditional little cottage. Mostly I could park on the narrow lane outside, once ha
A well equipped, traditional little cottage. Mostly I could park on the narrow lane outside, once had to park by the church so no major hardship. Easy walk into the village to visit the lovely tearooms, and a short drive to convenience stores etc.
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew T.

Stayed at the cottage for a week from 18th to 25th November,it was warm and cosy and very comfortabl
Stayed at the cottage for a week from 18th to 25th November,it was warm and cosy and very comfortable,in the center of Dunster,overlooking St George's Church which was lit at night..no issues with parking g during g our stay,we had a problem with the central heating g boiler but this was resolved immediately by the best of Exmoor staff(Natalie),the owner and the heating engineer,no hesitation in returning again next year.
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8/10 Good

Michelle V.

Cottage was lovely and clean. 2 minute walk onto the high street. Close to all amenities. Kitchen we
Cottage was lovely and clean. 2 minute walk onto the high street. Close to all amenities. Kitchen well stocked. Didn't use the shared garden, but courtyard is very small, wasn't suitable for our dog, but could be for others.
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10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

Stunning location, walks straight from the door. Cottage was spotless, such a treat to not have to w
Stunning location, walks straight from the door. Cottage was spotless, such a treat to not have to worry if kitchen implements needed rewatching. Everything used felt new. Traditional decor but fits with the cottage. Church bells took a bit of getting used to .
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10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in authentic nineteenth century Ruffles Cottage. It is in a very quie
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in authentic nineteenth century Ruffles Cottage. It is in a very quiet side street with wonderful views over the churchyard from the rear bedroom, a perfect location if you enjoy the sound of church bells. Wonderful walks and everything Dunster has to offer is right on the doorstep. Although there is no assigned parking, we had no problems finding a space within 1 mins walk in spite of it being school summer holidays. Rear courtyard is cosy but a lovely spot to sit for breakfast. Having the adjacent secure storage for our two bikes and tow bar rack was really handy. Thank you.
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8/10 Good

Steve B.

Ruffles cottage was ideally placed centrally to the village although just tucked around the corner s
Ruffles cottage was ideally placed centrally to the village although just tucked around the corner so most of the time it was very quiet. One thing to bear in mind is that you are very close to the church. The bells of the church are quite loud and go on through the night. We don't mind this but some people may have an issue with this. The cottage is so warm and cosy and having a small back yard would help with the Summer months as you could keep the back door open for a nice breeze.