Karslake Cottage
ID: S1348336
- Bedrooms 2
- ・ Sleeps 4
- ・ Pets No
Guests say
Karslake Cottage is consistently praised for its cosy charm, cleanliness, and excellent location near walks and a traditional pub. Guests appreciate the well-equipped and comfortable amenities, as well as the warm welcome from the owners, often highlighted by a homemade cream tea. While some minor suggestions for improvements are noted, the overall experience is highly regarded, making it a favourite for many.
The cottage is frequently described as clean and well-maintained, with multiple reviews highlighting its cleanliness. One review mentioned the need for kitchen towels, but this does not significantly detract from the overall perception of a clean property.
The location is highly praised for its proximity to walks, a great pub, and the Exmoor ponies. It is also noted for being a good base to explore both Somerset and Devon. The village's friendliness and attractiveness contribute to the high score.
Guests find the cottage very comfortable, with special mentions of the comfortable beds and warm atmosphere. A few guests noted head bruises from low doors, indicating some minor comfort concerns.
The cottage is well-equipped according to guests, with a special mention of a washing machine. However, the lack of detergent and suggestions for additional amenities like a coffee machine and better seating in the backyard suggest there is room for improvement.
The owners are commended for their thoughtfulness, particularly for the warm welcomes and homemade cream tea. While these gestures are greatly appreciated, it is politely noted that such personal touches, though common, are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
A grade II listed cottage full of luxury in a gorgeous Exmoor village, the little touches turn this into a wow property that you will not want to leave!.
Ground Floor:
Living room: Smart TV, Woodburner
Kitchen/dining room: (2 Steps), Breakfast Area, Electric Cooker, Aga, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Doors Leading To Garden
Utility Room: Washing Machine
Separate Toilet.
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: (1 Step), Kingsize (5ft) Bed, Freeview TV
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bathroom: Roll Top Bath, Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for wood burner included. Welcome pack. Enclosed garden with patio, garden furniture and BBQ. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking. Please note: There are 6 steps in the garden, holidaymakers only.. Where the River Exe meets Winn Brook, in a pretty valley setting just north of Dulverton, you will find Karslake Cottage. Fully renovated to a high standard in 2021, this beautiful semi-detached property sits in the heart of the village of Winsford, considered to be one of the prettiest in Exmoor. Retaining many of its original features and stylishly presented throughout, it is an ideal location for enjoying the delights of this lovely area. The ample entrance hall leads to a gorgeous, spacious comfortable living room with oak beams, and an impressive inglenook fireplace housing a wood burning stove which still has the original bread oven in place, the perfect spot to cosy up with a drink and watch a film after a days exploring. Also accessed from the hallway is a utility room and separate toilet. Two steps lead up to the exceptionally well equipped and attractively presented kitchen/dining room boasting a vaulted ceiling, large Aga and Belfast sink. A curved staircase, narrow in parts, leads up from the kitchen to the galleried landing where one step down takes you into the stylishly presented spacious double bedroom. Along the landing, one step down is a further attractively furnished double bedroom, and a stunning bathroom with a fabulous roll top, claw footed slipper bath plus separate shower cubicle serves both rooms. Accessed from the kitchen is the pretty south facing tiered garden, with seating on both levels, fully enclosed and with a patio area plus barbecue.
A couple of minutes’ walk from the cottage is a local tea room and the picturesque thatched 12th century Royal Oak Inn offering a good choice of food. The small medieval town of Dulverton, which has a good selection of quality shops, tea rooms and the National Park Visitors Centre is just a short drive. Ideally suited to couples, friends, and families with older children, this lovely home from home will provide a warm welcome at any time of the year. Karslake Cottage sits within the boundaries of Exmoor National Park, which offers great walking for all abilities, a wide range of wildlife including deer and the famous Exmoor ponies, and some superb places to visit including Withypool, Lanacre and Tarr Steps. The Exmoor town of Dulverton is worth a visit and has a good range of shops and restaurants. Looking towards the coast, there is the medieval town of Dunster with its castle (NT), and then on to Minehead, which also has a larger range of shops and amenities, as well as the West Somerset Railway and beach area. Other areas of interest close by are Porlock and Porlock Weir, and a little further along the coast are Lynton and Lynmouth, the two towns being connected by the Victorian cliff railway. Spend a day on the beach at Dunster or Blue Anchor.
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Free WiFi
There are steps within the property.
Holidaymakers only.
Nearby points of interest
- Exmoor National Park
- Torre Cider Farm
- Lynton and Lynmouth Cliff Railway
Reviews (15)
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Confirmed Guest
A nice cottage, just watch out for the stairs, a clean property with a washing machine but no detergent, no kitchen towels.
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Steve Matthews
excellent cottage clean and warm/cosey.great pub 50 metres away.could not fault anything........perfect.
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Confirmed Guest
Beautiful cottage and great value for money. Welcoming homemade cream tea was lovely. Extremely pretty village but unfortunately the local pub and tearoom post office was closed for two weeks, badly timed on our part. Would definitely revisit in the warmer months.