Guests say
Elsie offers a truly unique and memorable stay in a beautifully restored railway carriage, blending original charm with modern comforts. Guests consistently praise its cleanliness, cosy atmosphere, and excellent facilities. The location is ideal for exploring the coast, enjoying the nearby beach, and watching steam trains pass by, making it perfect for families, dog owners, and train enthusiasts alike. The hosts are frequently commended for their warm welcome and attention to detail. While the village is quiet, amenities and attractions are within easy reach. Overall, Elsie provides a delightful and distinctive holiday experience.
Multiple reviews highlight the property as very clean, spotless, and well-maintained, with no negative comments regarding cleanliness.
The location is repeatedly described as perfect, peaceful, and ideally situated for the beach, steam railway, and local attractions. Guests appreciate the proximity to walks, cafes, and scenic views.
Guests frequently mention the carriage as comfortable, cosy, and homely, with effective heating, air conditioning, and thoughtful touches such as a log burner. Only minor comments about bunk size for adults were noted.
Reviews consistently praise the well-equipped kitchen, modern amenities, air conditioning, and comprehensive facilities. The property is described as having everything needed for a relaxing stay.
Guests repeatedly mention generous welcome hampers and thoughtful extras, including treats for dogs and personal touches from the host. Please note that such gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
This characterful old railway carriage is the perfect setting for a holiday to remember and ideal for Somerset’s coastal attractions.. 10 steps to entrance.
All on the
Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: 32" Freeview Smart TV, Netflix, DVD Player, Woodburner
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Fridge/Freezer, Microwave, Washer Dryer
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed, 32" Freeview TV, DVD Player, Electric Fire
Bedroom 2: Bunk (3ft) Beds, 32" Freeview TV, DVD Player, Xbox One, Electric Fire
Bedroom 3: Bunk (3ft) Beds, 32" Freeview TV, DVD Player, Electric Fire
Shower Room: Double Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
Electric central heating, wood burning stove, electricity, bed linen, air conditioning, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome Pack. Garden, 2 dogs welcome, to be kept on a lead at all times. Barbecue. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. Elsie has been lovingly restored by her owners in 2020, to offer a wonderful holiday for families or friends, she is situated right by the West Somerset Railway line that runs from Minehead to Bishops Lydeard and also offers sea views from every room! Every detail has been considered to make your stay as perfect as possible. Head up the steps and through the door, where you will enter into the living/dining room, with comfortable sofas and dining table comfortably seating 6 people, off the living space is the very well equipped (and fabulous sized) kitchen with full cooking facilities as well as a full fridge/freezer, microwave and washer/dryer! Head down the narrow hallway to your sleeper cabins, one of which is a small double with sea and railway views plus a TV, while the other two bedrooms feature bunk beds (original but made safe for 21st century use!) both feature sea and track views, TVs and one has an XBox to keep the kids happy after a day exploring the beach or on Exmoor! At the end of the carriage is the shower room with a large shower. Outside you have a large garden area for games and relaxing, plus private parking. *Please note, the underside of the carriage is open and the working track can be accessed, please ensure that dogs are kept on a lead at all times and children are fully supervised while outside*
Blue Anchor is a wonderful seaside village, set between Minehead and Watchet, with a fabulous stretch of beach which is perfect for year round use and is also dog friendly at all times! The beautiful West Somerset Steam Railway which runs through Blue Anchor has a stop here and they offer wonderful trips as well as speciality trips with steam fairs, afternoon teas, candlelight dinners and the amazing Santa Express! Nearby, head to the medieval village of Dunster with its wonderful castle, spend a day at the arcades or shopping in Minehead, pop to Watchet and stroll around the Harbour or head inland onto Exmoor.
Free WiFi
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Nearby points of interest
- Torre Cider Farm
Reviews (41)
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Richard Bond
Elsie was in a great place and blue anchor fabulous steam trains running most day’s and a good clean beach will return some day in the future
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Jill
Elsie is a unique place to stay, very comfortable. The carriage even has air conditioning. Fantastic welcome pack everything for a light meal in the evening and lots of options for breakfast Great for viewing the trains and easy to hop on for a trip to Dunster on Minehead or in the other direction to Watchet.Communication with the host Emma was excellent, we were even offered an earlier check in.To stay here you need to book up well in advance, an indication of what a superb place to have a holiday
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Sharyn Titcombe
Had a wonderful time at Elsie my son loved watching the trains go past and Buddy the boxer enjoyed his early morning walks on the beach fantastic welcome pack