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Grooms Lodge - Glasses Farm

Watchet (2.5mls SW), Somerset

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Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
pets No Dogs
grade 4 star
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Complex of properties
Enclosed garden / patio
Internet access
Pub nearby
Shop nearby
Beach within easy reach
Romantic
Thatched
Parking on site / nearby
Decorated for Christmas
Towels included
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At a glance

  • This immaculate barn conversion is bursting with charm and character, with lots of attention to detail
  • Situated on the fringes of the beautiful Exmoor village of Roadwater with a shop/post office and country pub
  • Walks from the doorstep and within easy reach of open moorland and the South West coastal path
Property code: 85190

This semi-detached barn conversion has been thoughtfully designed with no attention to detail spared, making this a truly unforgettable retreat in the heart of Exmoor National Park.

Ideally situated on the edge of the delightful Exmoor village of Roadwater and within walking distance to a post office/shop and a pub. Located in Exmoor National Park providing easy access to a vast choice of walks, cycle routes, fishing and birdwatching. Head to the coast and visit Watchet with its pretty harbour, or the coastal town of Minehead with its sandy beach. Step back in time and aboard a steam train; conveniently located two miles away in Washford village is the West Somerset Railway that takes you through the beautiful Somerset countryside. Further along the coast are the attractive villages of Porlock, Lynmouth and Lynton and Dunster, with its National Trust castle towering above it.

This characterful barn conversion has been lovingly refurbished and makes a perfect escape which has been even been featured on Escape to the Country. You are welcomed into the delightful accommodation through the front door where you will be greeted by the perfectly equipped kitchen/diner which has an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, counter freezer, dishwasher, Nespresso coffee machine and washer/dryer, it is a great space for cooking lazy breakfasts or trying out new recipes. Completing the downstairs accommodation is a super-king-size bedroom with an en-suite bathroom with roll-top bath, separate shower and WC, complete with bathrobes and slippers. Heading upstairs from the kitchen/diner is the lounge which has been built into the eaves of the property and boasts an apex ceiling and exposed beams. Settle in for a snug evening with a bottle of wine and a film on the Smart TV, or relax with your favourite book and let Alexa play your favourite soundtracks.

Outside, there is a small private seating area overlooking the garden, great for enjoying your morning coffee or a glass of wine under Exmoor’s star-filled skies. There is also a shared sloping lawned garden for guests to enjoy approached via steep steps, at the top of the garden there is a Pergola to sit and relax. There is also parking for one car available.

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  • 1 bedroom – super-king-size
  • 1 bathroom - 1 en-suite bathroom with roll-top bath, separate shower and WC - bathrobes and slippers included
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, counter freezer, dishwasher, Nespresso coffee machine and washer/dryer
  • Smart TV in the lounge and an Alexa
  • Shared sloping lawned garden with an undercover seating area accessed via steep external steps and a small private seating area next to the property
  • Off-road parking for one car
  • Shop and pub within walking distance
  • Regret no children or babies
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 15:30 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £150 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £20. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

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Leanne Fitzpatrick

This property is personally managed by Leanne.

CUSTOMER REVIEWS

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 29 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Edwin 13th September 2024

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Reviewed by Christopher 6th September 2024

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Exceptional property, very well equipped with everything we needed. Welcome pack was a lovely surprise with lots of goodies. Good location near to local attractions and pub with superb food very nearby (within walking distance if you don't mind up hill on the return journey). A very enjoyable week in the countryside (in spite of the weather which wRead moreas a little wet at times. Hide

Reviewed by Diane 30th August 2024

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Reviewed by Tim 23rd August 2024

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Reviewed by Mark 19th July 2024

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The cottage is well appointed and the owners leave you a welcome pack which - much appreciated. They themselves are very personable and friendly. The kitchen is fully equipped and comes with a Dolce Vita coffee pod machine with some pods supplied. There is only one thing I would note and is that the bed is very soft. If you like a soft bed then thiRead mores will work for you, however if you like a hard mattress - which I do - then bear this in mind. Overall a very nice cottage. Hide

Reviewed by Terry 21st June 2024

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Lovely cottage in a peaceful location, very comfortable with everything needed for enjoyable stay. The most wonderful welcome basket greeted us on arrival providing every thing to need to start your holiday. The Valiant Soldier was within walking distance providing lovely meals and a small shop and tea room in the village was very well stocked. IdeRead moreally located for exploring the area. A big thank you to Jeff and Diana. Hide

Reviewed by Samantha 17th May 2024

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A beautiful cottage and a privilege to stay for a week - we couldn't have wanted for anything as the cottage was equipped with everything that we could have needed. Lovely and clean with a very comfortable bed and sofas - I know that the welcome basket has been mentioned previously and I can confirm that it rates as the best welcome basket that we Read morehave received in any cottage that we have stayed at. Great hosts and very welcoming and informative - I would recommend to anyone and we would return Hide

Reviewed by Trish 10th May 2024

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We stayed here recently and loved the whole experience and peaceful location. Grooms Lodge is a really excellent, spacious and comfortable cottage that the owners provide extra attention to detail and thoughtful provisions. Both Geoff and Diana are friendly hosts and unobtrusive but available if needed. Its a great location for walking and explorinRead moreg this part of Somerset and region. The local Roadwater shop is well stocked and really friendly people. The Valiant Soldier pub does great food! Hide

Reviewed by Christine 3rd May 2024

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A lovely well equipped cottage in a lovely spot.

Reviewed by Fiona 17th April 2024

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We couldn't have wished for better. Lovely quiet location, really comfortable cottage. Ideal for the two of us.

Reviewed by Sandra 8th March 2024

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Lovely comfortable cottage with lots of character. The owners were very helpful and the welcome basket was the best we have seen anywhere. We really enjoyed our stay.

Reviewed by John 9th February 2024

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Fabulous hosts Fabulous cottage Fabulous area

Reviewed by John 8th September 2023

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Reviewed by Susan 26th August 2023

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Lovely cottage. Lovely welcome basket. Lovely comfy bed.Local pub does excellent food. Lovely walks. All in all a lovely time away for us.

Reviewed by Darren 19th August 2023

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Cottage was in a great location and was very comfortable and had good facilities

Reviewed by Richard 4th August 2023

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We had a very comfortable stay - the cottage is extremely well equipped and furnishing, cleanliness etc were of an extremely high standard. There was a very generous welcome basket and high class toiletries provided. There are some nice walks from the cottage and some really good ones with 30 - 40 miunutes drive.

Reviewed by Andy 31st July 2023

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Beautiful accommodation really well presented and thought out. Everything you could possibly need is supplied. Local shop / coffee shop close by, pub 5 min walk away, located really centrally for Dunkery and Selworthy Beacons for walkers, Cleeve Abbey and Dunster for historic interest, Dunster and Blue Anchor for the beaches. Minehead is literally Read more10 mins away for anything else you need. Lovely welcome pack of delights on arrival too! Hide

Reviewed by Janet 23rd June 2023

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Reviewed by Peter 16th June 2023

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The Grooms Cottage is an outstanding holiday property which offers all facilities needed for a more than two days stay. The welcome package covers all needs for the first evening and the next morning. The owner is friendly and helpful all the time. It's a recommendation anyway. Thank you Jeff, Peter

Reviewed by Jacqueline 9th June 2023

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A truly magnificent holiday at Grooms Lodge, highly recommended. Superb hosts, wonderful attention to detail, without doubt a wonderful place to unwind and heal. The best holiday cottage stay, ever. Thank you, we will definitely be back.

Reviewed by Mathew 2nd June 2023

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Could not recommend highly enough Brilliant owner's Fantastic location Marvellously equipped cottage with a lot of extra touches like Bath Robes and welcome pack was amazing Cottage is very good size for two people. The owner's handover to the workings of the cottage or lodge was very detailed

Reviewed by David 26th May 2023

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Reviewed by Nicholas 14th April 2023

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Reviewed by michael 31st March 2023

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A very relaxing week in Somerset, in a very comfortable base, close to the coast, Minehead, Dunster Porlock and Taunton. A well equipped, clean and comfortable cottage style property . We were very pleased with our welcome basket of goodies after a long drive, cake and tea in particular ! Thank You for your part in our very pleasant week in SomerseRead moret. Mike and Viv Wright. Hide

Reviewed by Christopher 24th March 2023

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Reviewed by Gillian 2nd March 2023

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This was a lovely well equipped property in a peaceful location in a lovely area of the country. The owners were helpful and the furniture was comfortable. I would warmly reccomend it to anyone looking for a quiet get away from it all break for two people.

Reviewed by Maureeen 27th December 2022

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Reviewed by Graham 9th December 2022

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Great location and accommodation

Reviewed by John 2nd December 2022

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Only one small comment, no wood burner apart from that fantastic even down to the welcome hamper. A lovely touch.

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