Guests say
Mill Haven is a warmly regarded cottage in Minehead, praised for its prime location near Dunster Castle and its suitability for walks and exploration. Guests appreciate the well-equipped kitchen, cosy living spaces, and the added bonus of a games room. The garden and conservatory are also noted features, although some guests mentioned the need for maintenance and more kitchenware for larger groups. Overall, the property offers a comfortable and convenient stay, with many guests expressing a desire to return.
The property is consistently described as clean, with only one mention of a musty smell in a bedroom. The overall impression is of a well-maintained and tidy space.
The location is highly praised for its proximity to Dunster Castle, local amenities, and walking routes. It is considered a prime spot for exploring Somerset and Devon.
The cottage is generally found to be comfortable and cosy, especially with the wood burner alight. However, some guests noted that the mattresses in certain rooms were uncomfortable, which impacts the score.
Facilities like the kitchen and games room are appreciated, but there are several mentions of inadequate kitchenware, chipped plates, and the need for maintenance in areas like the conservatory. The garden is also noted to be overgrown.
Guests mention the provision of essentials such as tea, coffee, and washing up liquid, which indicates thoughtfulness. However, as gifts are not consistently mentioned, it should be noted that such provisions are a kind gesture and not guaranteed.
About this property
Accommodating up to 8 guests, this beautiful barn conversion is in an idyllic setting and within walking distance of Dunster..
Ground Floor:
Living room: 40" TV, Freesat, DVD Player, Woodburner
Dining room.
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
Living room 2:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bathroom: Bath, Cubicle Shower, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 3: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 4: Single (3ft) Bed, Pull Out Single (3ft) Bed (Children Only)
Shower Room: Shower, Toilet.
Gas central heating, gas, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs provided for woodburner. Travel cot and highchair available on request. Lawned garden with patio and sitting-out area. Barbecue. Parking for 3 cars. Welcome pack. No smoking.. Located in the quiet back streets of the pretty medieval village of Dunster, Mill Haven offers flexible and well-appointed holiday accommodation. A converted bungalow, this detached house benefits from two bedrooms on the ground floor and two bedrooms on the first floor. There is an open-plan living room and a further second living room, as well as a lovely conservatory with a dining area to look over the well-maintained gardens. Mill haven is perfectly situated so you can walk into Dunster to sample all the delights including the imposing Dunster Castle (NT). During early December, the Dunster Candlelight Festival is well worth a visit. There are many highlights to enjoy during your stay in the area. In Minehead, there is the main train station or take the famous West Somerset Steam Railway, which travels along the coast and then inland to Bishops Lydeard. There is also a beach at Minehead and a promenade, where you can enjoy a walk and an ice cream. Take regular bus services along the coast to such highlights as Porlock and Lynton and Lynmouth. If you are coming with children, a day ticket can be purchased for Butlins on the seafront. Great walking opportunities can be found in the area on both the South West Coast Path and within Exmoor National Park. There are beaches at Dunster and Blue Anchor to enjoy. Beach 2 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 200 yards.
Free WiFi
Fireguard available on request.
There are steps within the property.
Suitable for up to 1 pet
Nearby points of interest
- Torre Cider Farm
- Exmoor National Park
Reviews (22)
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Tracey Oxford, Nottingham
We have just returned from a most enjoyable week at Mill Haven. We struggled at first to find it as the name on the gate is not very noticeable (just look for the big wooden gate, it's the last property before the National Trust café). It is a lovely, warm and welcoming cottage in a wonderful location for many walks from the door and to explore Dunster high street. It's always difficult to park in the village so to be able to leave the car at home is a real bonus. The showers are great and it is generally well stocked (although we couldn't find a measuring jug!). We used the conservatory daily for meals and games and we found it cold and dark so we had to use some of the heaters and lamps from other rooms for it to be useable. We were only a family of 4 so we found the cottage fine for our needs but if we had been a bigger group, we would have found it difficult, especially in the kitchen, living room and conservatory. Overall, we had a lovely stay and would not hesitate to return when again in the area. Many thanks
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Confirmed Guest
This property is amazingly situated, right on the doorstep of Dunster Castle (the mill stream is opposite the front door) but also only a few minutes walk from being out in the country.Millhaven itself is charmingly appointed with a lovely modern open plan kitchen and lounge area at it's center which is lively during the day but cosy and inviting at night with the curtains drawn and the wood burner alight. Could not reccomend more!
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Carol Woods
Perfectly located for either a coast , forest or moorland break.The cottage is warm , comfortable and very well equipped We loved our short break at Mill Haven and will certainly be back again.