Guests say
Royal Oak Farm is a charming, spacious thatched cottage in a picturesque and peaceful village, ideal for families and groups. Guests praise its large garden, comfortable beds, well-equipped kitchen, and proximity to scenic walks and a friendly pub next door. The cottage is well-suited for multigenerational stays and dog owners, with an enclosed garden and ample living space. While some furnishings and fittings are a little dated and could benefit from some TLC, the overall experience is warm, cosy, and memorable, with the beautiful location and helpful hosts standing out.
Reviews consistently describe the cottage as comfortable and well-presented, with no significant complaints about cleanliness. Some mention the property is a little tired, but this refers more to decor than hygiene.
The location is highly praised for its beauty, tranquillity, and access to walks, with a traditional pub next door and scenic spots nearby. The only minor drawback is its remoteness, so guests recommend shopping before arrival.
Guests highlight comfy beds, spacious living areas, and a cosy atmosphere. Some mention saggy sofas and dated interiors, but overall comfort is rated highly, especially for larger groups and families.
The cottage is well-equipped with a large kitchen, utility room, enclosed garden, and ample parking. Some minor maintenance issues are noted, such as blunt knives, tired furnishings, and a few small repairs needed.
There are no specific mentions of welcome gifts or extra thoughtful touches in the reviews, so a score cannot be provided for this category.
About this property
Unique pink thatched cottage situated in one of Exmoor’s prettiest villages, boasting large living areas and an enclosed garden..
Ground Floor:
Living room: Freeview TV, DVD Player, Woodburner
Dining room.
Kitchen: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher
Living room 2: Freeview TV
Utility Room: Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 2: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bedroom 4: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bedroom 5: Single (3ft) Bed
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Attachment, Toilet.
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for wood burner included. Travel cot and highchair. Enclosed lawned garden with patio, garden furniture and BBQ. Private parking for 3 cars. No smoking.. Royal Oak Farm is a detached, thatched holiday cottage full of character, situated in the heart of Winsford, one of Exmoor’s prettiest villages. Some of the original parts of the cottage date back to the 14th century. There is generous living space and a large enclosed garden to enjoy. Winsford is located in the heart of Exmoor National Park. There is an inviting pub next to the cottage and a local shop within walking distance. The cottage is surrounded by the majesty of Exmoor and there is easy access to some spectacular country walks on the moorland with an extensive network of well marked footpaths. Dulverton is located 6 miles away and has a wider range of shops, restaurants and tea rooms. A visit to Tarr Steps and Dunkery Beacon, highest point on Exmoor, are some of the highlights. Wimball Lake is a short drive away where you can enjoy the wildlife that surrounds the lake, or enjoy sailing, canoeing or angling on the lake. Other local attractions that may be of interest are the village and castle at Dunster, the West Somerset Railway at Minehead and the villages of Porlock Weir, Lynton and Lynmouth. There are beaches at Dunster and Blue Anchor. Shop 100 yards and pub 20 yards.
Free WiFi
There are large gaps between banister spindles.
Only dogs allowed at the property.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Nearby points of interest
- Torre Cider Farm
Reviews (13)
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Confirmed Guest
Lovely cottage but the interior is quite dated and in need of some TLC. Ideal size for a large group. Beautiful location but nothing in the area apart from the pub next door which does excellent food, although quite expensive.Visited Dunster Castle and beach, Minehead, Lynton, Lynmouth and a few other places which are all roughly 30/40 minutes drive. We had a couple of Tesco deliveries which was much more convenient than trying to find supplies elsewhere.
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Sue
A lovely comfortable, quirky house, very spacious with everything we needed for our stay. Lots of space for parking. A beautiful large garden all set in the peaceful village of Winsford. All you could hear was the birdsong and the church bells. The Royal Oak Pub right next door was very friendly and welcoming, we had an evening meal and Sunday lunch there and both were excellent. We did have need to contact the property owners and they were available and very helpful. We would love to stay again, maybe in the summer when we could make the most of the garden.
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Tessa
Lovely cottage in a peaceful village. Thank you!