Syms Cottage is full of character, boasting a date stone marked 1831, and enjoys superb far-reaching views to the rear across the neighbouring farmland. There are fabulous walks direct from the door, particularly the slopes of the moor towards Dunkery Beacon and the lovely river valleys. Syms Cottage is also on the route of the famous Coleridge Way.
The property is tasty decorated throughout. The front door leads into a small entrance porch providing useful space for boots and coats. The cottage-style kitchen has a small dining table to seat 4, and to the rear is a pantry where the fridge, toaster and microwave is situated. The sitting room features a large inglenook fireplace with exposed stone, bread oven and wood-burning stove. The John Lewis sofa converts to a bed if should guests prefer to sleep downstairs or have restricted mobility (please contact if you would like to book additional linen).
The bathroom is situated on the ground floor (off the sitting room via a lobby area) and is comprised of a bath with electric shower over, hand basin, toilet, electric wall heater and a heated towel rail. The wooden steep stairs lead up to the two double bedrooms. The master bedroom has fabulous views across the valley and surrounding farmland to the rear of the property.
There is a small courtyard to the front which enjoys the afternoon sun. There is not a garden to the rear, just wonderful views of the valley, where you can lose hours watching the sheep!
Just across the road, private off road parking is suitable for up to two cars.
Please note, this is a charming old cottage and some of the doorways, including the front door, are of limited height. The wooden floors are old and in places, not flat which provides character but please take care not to trip. The cottage is well maintained and tastefully furnished.
Mobile phone signal on Exmoor can vary from good to non-existent. We cannot guarantee you will obtain a signal from any provider. However, if you have a smartphone (with app) you will be able to connect to the WiFi to make calls.
Syms Cottage is dog friendly and welcome up to 2 by prior arrangement (maximum of one medium-size dog or two small dogs). A one off supplementary fee of £15 will be added to your invoice per stay. Please do not allow your dogs on the furniture or upstairs or leave them alone in the property at any time. Larger dogs may be considered (noting size of the cottage), please do not hesitate to ask.
Syms Cottage is available for week-long bookings and short breaks. The property will be ready from 4 pm on the day of your arrival. Please depart by 10 am on the last day of your stay. Please leave the property clean and tidy so that we can guarantee it will be ready on time for our next guests.
This property is strictly non-smoking.
Local amenities
Wheddon Cross is a thriving community and offers many local services for a small village. The village shop is a well-stocked mini-supermarket incorporating a Post Office counter, petrol pumps, cash point machine and has long opening hours. The Rest & Be Thankful Inn is the village pub which serves food and is child and dog-friendly. The village also has a first school, church, playing field, public conveniences, and various bus services.
Minehead is the nearest town, approximately 9 miles away. Here you will find the larger supermarkets and petrol stations (Tesco and Morrison's are both situated on the outskirts of the town), most major high street banks with cash machines, plus a range of other shops throughout the town.
