The Old Sweet Shop is a stunning thatched cottage sleeping eight guests in Minehead, Somerset. This Five Star Gold rated property sits within walking distance of Minehead's sandy beach and town centre. The cottage has been sympathetically restored to maximise space and light while preserving its historical features.
Minehead offers direct access to Exmoor National Park and the dramatic Somerset coastline. The West Somerset Railway runs vintage trains through the countryside from the nearby station. Coastal walks along the South West Coast Path start right from town.
Four bedrooms include a four-poster kingsize with ensuite, a double room, twin singles with ensuite and a kingsize with roll-top bath ensuite.
The Old Sweet Shop is a stunning thatched cottage sleeping eight guests in Minehead, Somerset. This Five Star Gold rated property sits within walking distance of Minehead's sandy beach and town centre. The cottage has been sympathetically restored to maximise space and light while preserving its historical features.
Minehead offers direct access to Exmoor National Park and the dramatic Somerset coastline. The West Somerset Railway runs vintage trains through the countryside from the nearby station. Coastal walks along the South West Coast Path start right from town.
Four bedrooms include a four-poster kingsize with ensuite, a double room, twin singles with ensuite and a kingsize with roll-top bath ensuite. The living room features a 50" TV with Sky and Netflix plus a woodburner. The private hot tub accommodates 6-7 people in the enclosed garden.
Dunster Castle sits 2 miles away (8 minutes drive). Lynmouth and Lynton villages are 18 miles away (35 minutes) featuring the famous cliff railway and Valley of Rocks. Watersmeet Gorge offers spectacular walking 20 miles away (40 minutes). Porlock village sits 8 miles away (20 minutes).
Perfect for families and couples seeking luxury accommodation with pet-friendly policies and premium amenities. The Old Sweet Shop combines historical character with modern comfort.
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Relax in the private hot tub for 6-7 people in the enclosed garden after exploring Exmoor.
Beautiful thatched cottage with historical features and sympathetically restored interiors throughout.
Sandy beach and Minehead town centre within easy walking distance from the front door.
Hypnos and hotel-standard mattresses with high-quality bedding and linens in all bedrooms.
Direct access to Exmoor National Park and South West Coast Path for walking adventures.
Fully equipped kitchen with large farmhouse table perfect for sociable cooking and dining together.
Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat
To reach The Old Sweet Shop by car, follow the A39 into Minehead and turn into the town centre. The cottage is easily accessible with convenient private parking for two cars upon arrival.
Minehead railway station is within walking distance of the accommodation. The West Somerset Railway offers scenic vintage train journeys through the Exmoor countryside from this station.
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Postcode: TA24 5UG
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