
Anchors Away is a ground floor coastal apartment in Blue Anchor, a small seaside village in Somerset. Sitting right on the coast with stunning views across the bay towards Minehead, this is a one-bedroom retreat for two adults. It holds a 5/5 guest rating from all three reviews on record.
Blue Anchor sits between Minehead and Watchet on the Somerset coast. The West Somerset Steam Railway stops right here in the village. Exmoor is inland and easily reachable. The medieval village of Dunster with its castle is a short drive away.
The apartment sleeps two in a 4ft 6in double bedroom with a separate dressing area. There's a living room with Smart TV and a kitchen-diner with electric oven, microwave, dishwasher and fridge-freezer.
Anchors Away is a ground floor coastal apartment in Blue Anchor, a small seaside village in Somerset. Sitting right on the coast with stunning views across the bay towards Minehead, this is a one-bedroom retreat for two adults. It holds a 5/5 guest rating from all three reviews on record.
Blue Anchor sits between Minehead and Watchet on the Somerset coast. The West Somerset Steam Railway stops right here in the village. Exmoor is inland and easily reachable. The medieval village of Dunster with its castle is a short drive away.
The apartment sleeps two in a 4ft 6in double bedroom with a separate dressing area. There's a living room with Smart TV and a kitchen-diner with electric oven, microwave, dishwasher and fridge-freezer. The conservatory has sea views over the bay and opens onto a private enclosed patio with your own hot tub for four. On-site parking for one car is included.
West Somerset Steam Railway Blue Anchor Station (0.2 miles, 2 mins). Dunster Castle (5 miles, 12 mins). Watchet Harbour (4 miles, 10 mins). Minehead seafront (5 miles, 12 mins).
Anchors Away suits couples wanting a proper coastal escape with sea views, a private hot tub and the steam railway on the doorstep. Two dogs stay free of charge. Book Anchors Away for something genuinely special on the Somerset coast.
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Minehead, Somerset23Β°C
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Updated: 27 Aug 2026, 10:37am
Orchard Farm Wedmore Fox Whelp is located in one of England's darkest sky areas, making it exceptional for stargazing from the hot tub.
The Bortle scale measures night sky darkness from 1 (darkest) to 9 (brightest urban):
The Milky Way is visible overhead, though light domes may be visible on the horizon towards larger towns.
The Milky Way is visible on clear, moonless nights.
17m
(56 feet above sea level)
Orchard Farm Wedmore Fox Whelp sits in a peaceful Somerset setting, perfect for a relaxing hot tub getaway.
Latitude: 51.1806000Β° N | Longitude: 3.402935Β° W
Today's sun times for Minehead (Friday, 28 August 2026):
5:17am
Sunrise
6:12pm
Golden Hour
7:12pm
Sunset
This month in Minehead, you have approximately 13.92 hours of daylight. The long summer days mean extended evening activities before the hot tub beckons.
Everything you need to know before you arrive at Orchard Farm Wedmore Fox Whelp.
Signal Strength
Good
Mobile signal is generally good in this area across most networks.
Discover why our guests keep coming back to Anchors Away
The conservatory looks directly over the bay towards Minehead. It's a brilliant spot for morning coffee or evening drinks.
Your own private hot tub sits on the enclosed patio. It holds four people and is completely private from other guests.
Blue Anchor has its own station on the West Somerset Steam Railway. Special trips include afternoon teas and candlelight dinners on board.
Up to two small to medium sized dogs are welcome at no extra charge. Additional pets may be accepted on request.
The apartment has its own enclosed patio with garden furniture. It's separate from the shared grounds and gives you real privacy outdoors.
Anchors Away has received a perfect 5 out of 5 score across all three guest reviews. It also won a Customers' Choice award in 2021.
Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat
To reach Anchors Away by car, follow the A39 coast road towards Blue Anchor between Minehead and Watchet. The apartment is on the ground floor with private on-site parking for one car directly at the property.
Blue Anchor has its own station on the West Somerset Steam Railway, less than a mile from the apartment. For mainline rail, Taunton is the nearest major station with onward connections by bus or taxi to Blue Anchor.
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