Guests say
Oddwell Cottage is a charming, spacious and characterful retreat, set in a peaceful and secluded rural location. Guests consistently praise its well-equipped kitchen, comfortable furnishings, and beautiful enclosed garden, making it ideal for both families and dog owners. The cottage’s historic features and tranquil setting offer a relaxing escape, with thoughtful touches such as welcome packs noted by several visitors. While some mention minor issues with cleanliness and maintenance, the overall experience is overwhelmingly positive, with many guests expressing a desire to return.
Most guests found the cottage generally clean and tidy, but several reviews mention areas missed by cleaning staff, such as dust, hair, and a smelly dishwasher filter. These issues were not universal but were noted enough to impact the overall impression.
The cottage’s secluded, peaceful rural location is highly praised, with guests enjoying the tranquillity and privacy. Some mention the remoteness and narrow lanes, but this is generally seen as a positive for those seeking a quiet getaway.
Guests consistently highlight the cottage’s spaciousness, comfortable beds, and relaxing atmosphere. The house remains cool in hot weather and warm in cooler conditions, with underfloor heating appreciated. Some mention creaky floorboards and tricky access to the upstairs toilet, but these are minor compared to the overall comfort.
The cottage is described as very well equipped, with a modern kitchen, good WiFi, private parking, and a secure garden. A few minor maintenance issues are mentioned, such as a non-working sensor light and suggestions for additional handrails, but overall facilities are highly rated.
Several guests appreciated welcome packs including tea, coffee, milk, biscuits, and even cake, though it should be noted these are not guaranteed. Communication with hosts is described as excellent, and the property is dog-friendly with a secure garden.
About this property
With peaceful surrounding in a beautiful countryside location, this home offers a base as guest can explore nearby Exmoor..
Ground Floor:
Living room: Freeview TV, DVD Player, Woodburner, Sofa Bed (Single)
Dining room.
Kitchen: Range, Microwave, Fridge, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 2: Zip And Link 3 x Single (3ft) Beds
Separate Toilet..
Electric storage heaters, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Logs for wood burner available locally. Travel cot and highchair. Doggy extras. Garden with garden furniture. Garage. Private parking. No smoking.. This Grade II listed character holiday cottage dates back over 400 years. Surrounded by peaceful, unspoilt countryside it nestles in the foothills of the Brendon Hills, on the eastern edge of Exmoor. The large living room has a sit-in inglenook fireplace with original bread oven and a host of oak beams. The sandy beach at Blue Anchor Bay is 9 miles. Fishing on Clatworthy Reservoir, 3 miles. Quantock Hills to the east, Minehead and Dunster a short drive. Attached to the caretaker’s cottage. Shops and pub 4 miles. Please note: There are open, steep, spiral stairs at the property and creaky floorboards in bedrooms.
Free WiFi
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Nearby points of interest
- Torre Cider Farm
- Hestercombe Gardens
- Diggerland Devon
Reviews (12)
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Confirmed Guest
We will be coming back loved it cottage clean everything you need for your stay in the middle of nowhere which we loved milk and cake when we arrived garden for the dog.s
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Confirmed Guest
A lovely, spacious character cottage with everything we needed and in a pretty location an easy drive to the coast. Dog friendly, plenty of private parking space, enclosed private garden, a nice welcome pack and logs for the log burner. Couldn't fault it.
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Veronica Clarke
A delightful cottage, tastefully appointed and well equipped. It was very quiet and peaceful, and we really enjoyed our break. Thank you.