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Minehead, Somerset

Holnicote Lower House

Exterior of Lower House, Minehead, Somerset
The exterior of Lower House, Somerset | © National Trust / Mike Henton
The sitting room of Lower House, Minehead, Somerset
Kitchen and dining area at Lower House, Minehead, Somerset

Holnicote Lower House

A part-thatched cottage with its own private stream minutes away from Bossington beach.

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The sitting room of Lower House, Minehead, Somerset
Kitchen and dining area at Lower House, Minehead, Somerset
Exterior of Lower House, Minehead, Somerset
The sitting room of Lower House, Minehead, Somerset
Kitchen and dining area at Lower House, Minehead, Somerset
The large dining room at Lower House, Minehead, Somerset
The snug at Lower House, Minehead, Somerset
The downstairs bathroom at Lower House, Minehead, Somerset
The first double bedroom of Lower House, Minehead, Somerset
The second double bedroom at Lower House, Minehead, Somerset
The third double bedroom at Lower House, Minehead, Somerset
The second twin bedroom at Lower House, Minehead, Somerset
The first twin bedroom of Lower House, Minehead, Somerset
The upstairs bathroom at Lower House, Minehead, Somerset
The en-suite bathroom at Lower House, Minehead, Somerset
The in-house games room at Lower House, Minehead, Somerset
The pretty exterior and garden at Lower House, Minehead, Somerset
The exterior and surrounding area of Lower House, Minehead, Somerset

© National Trust / Mike Henton

A part-thatched cottage with its own private stream minutes away from Bossington beach.

At a glance

Guests
10
Bedrooms
5
Number of dogs welcome
3
Reference
003038
Acorn rating

About Holnicote Lower House

Holnicote Lower House is a beautiful part-thatched, part-tiled detached cottage packed with original features. The large five bedroom cottage boasts latticed windows, log burning stove, a rear and front garden and even a private stream. With enough room for 10 people and three dogs, Holnicote Lower House is perfect for large families or groups wanting to explore Exmoor and the North Somerset coast; or if the weather is against you, the adjoining games room contains a full size table tennis table and other games.

Wake up bright and early and enjoy an alfresco breakfast before heading out for a walk along Bossington Beach just a mile or so from the cottage. Or head inland to the Holnicote estate for walks through the rugged moorlands of Exmoor.

The cottage is just a seven mile drive from Dunster Castle. Visit our stunning mansion on the fringes of Exmoor and explore the house and grounds before heading into the village for some refreshments. 

Features and facilities

  • Wi-Fi, available
  • Garden, available
  • EV charging, not available
  • Fridge, available
  • Freezer, available
  • Microwave, available
  • Open fire / wood burner, available
  • Television, available
  • DVD, available
  • Washing machine, available
  • Dishwasher, available
  • Tumble dryer, available
  • BBQ, not available
  • Cot & high chair, available

Location

Accessibility

See an independent accessibility review and our accessibility guide below. Accessibility questions? Email holiday.enquiries@nationaltrust.org.uk or call us on 0344 800 2070.

View AccessAble's independent accessibility review of Orchard Cottage. 

Read our accessibility guide 

Layout

Ground floor layout

Porch, entrance hall leading to dining area, sitting room with multi-fuel stove, kitchen, snug, utility room and bathroom with bath and shower cubicle. Games room complete with a full size table tennis table and other games.

First floor layout

Two staircases lead to five bedrooms (1 double with 5' bed and en-suite bathroom with shower over bath, 1 small double, 1 double with 6' double which can also be a twin on request, 2 twins) and bathroom with shower over a ¾ size bath.

More information

Children: There is an unfenced stream in the garden so please watch young children.

Heating: Oil central heating included. 

Parking: Parking space for 3 cars is available at the rear of the house.

Garden: There is an enclosed garden to the side and rear of the cottage.

An adjoining games room contains a full size table tennis table and other games.

Offer: Guests will benefit from a late Sunday checkout of 4pm at this cottage.

WiFi: We are pleased to provide free WiFi at this cottage which is supported by BT. Please note that intermittent connection problems can sometimes occur so it should not be relied upon. 

Having a celebration? We're pleased that you would like to use one of our cottages for a celebration. If you're planning to invite more than two day guests, please complete this enquiry form before booking, so that we can ensure the cottage is right for you.

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