Guests say
Barleside is a well-maintained cottage in Dulverton, Somerset, praised for its cleanliness, spacious upstairs, and lovely outdoor seating area. Guests enjoy the proximity to local shops, eateries, and scenic walks, though some mention the living room seating is limited and suggest additional comfort improvements. Parking can be challenging, but the location and river views largely compensate for this minor inconvenience.
Guests consistently describe the cottage as clean and well maintained, with several reviews specifically noting its cleanliness upon arrival.
The location is highly regarded for its convenience to the village, pubs, and eateries, as well as its proximity to local attractions and scenic walks. However, some guests mention parking difficulties.
The comfort of the cottage receives positive remarks, especially the spacious upstairs bedroom and comfortable beds. However, multiple reviews suggest that the living room seating is inadequate for the number of guests the property can accommodate.
The property is well-equipped and guests appreciate the outdoor space and river views. Some guests mention minor issues such as blunt kitchen knives and the absence of a hoover, indicating room for improvement in facilities and maintenance.
While guests appreciate the attention to detail and the provision of linens and luxury toiletries, there is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate a level of thoughtfulness. Therefore, a score cannot be provided.
About this property
A wonderful riverside cottage resting in the heart of Dulverton.This riverside quaint stone fronted whitewashed cottage welcomes up to six guests across three bedrooms with breath-taking views of the River Barle and Dulverton's famous three-arched bridge, all making it a wonderful holiday home for families or groups of friends seeking a getaway to Somerset. After a busy day exploring settle into the open-plan living space to the sound of the woodburning stove or have drinks on the veranda looking out onto the River Barle. Take a well-earned rest in one of three bedrooms - with a king size bed on the first floor along with a spacious family bathroom, as well as a ground floor double and twin bedroom serviced by a smart shower room. Dulverton offers a range of top-quality independent shops including greengrocers, delicatessen, butchers and bakers, with a local co-op all just moments away from the house. It also boasts a range of excellent restaurants, cafes, and takeaways, including the award-winning Woods Bar and Restaurant and The Bridge Inn which is literally within stumbling distance. Dulverton has an active social scene with markets and events taking place all year round. Keen ramblers should also take advantage of the many walks and trails which are literally on your doorstep, including the lovely Exe Valley Way and the dramatic Tarr Steps. Barleside is an idyllic base and gateway to exploring the wonders of Somerset and Exmoor National Park.
The small town of Dulverton, at the confluence of the Barle and Exe rivers, serves as the southern entrance to Exmoor National Park. Dulverton is known for its picturesque narrow streets lined with beautiful Victorian architecture and its three-arched bridge that spans the river and provides access to scenic riverside walkways. Dulverton is home to a wide variety of retail establishments, eateries, and watering holes, not to mention the Exmoor National Park visitor centre and art gallery located in the town square. Take an off-road safari through Exmoor to see red deer, wild ponies, and exotic birds. Light pollution is minimal in this area, making it ideal for stargazing, and Exmoor has been designated as a Dark Sky Reserve. Wimblewall Country Park, home to Exmoor's first Dark Skies Discovery Centre, features a beautiful lake not far from Dulverton. Wimblewall is known as one of the best places to go trout fishing, and it also offers lessons in sailing, windsurfing, and canoeing. Minehead's sandy beaches, North Somerset's picturesque harbours, and Porlock Weir's abundant wild walking opportunities are all worth the trip. Excellent holiday destination for nature lovers who want to experience varied terrain and a wide variety of animal life.
Accommodation
Peaceful riverside location.
Spacious open plan living area 1st floor.
Master bedroom 2 ground floor bedrooms 2 bathrooms.
Wood burner.
Riverside Garden.
Utility / boot room.
Washing machine, Dishwasher, Broadband/ Wi-Fi.
Pubs, shops, and restaurants on your doorstep.
Underfloor oil-fired heating and woodburning stove.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer.
Smart TV.
Fuel, power and starter for woodburning stove included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Highchair available.
On-street and public car park nearby.
Outdoor seating area with river views.
Sorry, no smoking.
Note: The entrance shown from the garden is not the main entrance to the property.
Note: The main entrance is on the roadside and has 2 small steps leading into the property, and one further internal step.
**Please note this property does not take 2 day breaks.**
Note: 1 Well-Behaved Dog is allowed at a supplement charge of £20.
Nearby points of interest
- Exmoor National Park
- Torre Cider Farm
- Diggerland Devon
Reviews (17)
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David
Clean, tidy and everything you need for weeks holiday. Some observations: The cookery knives in the kitchen drawer were as blunt as a butter knife. A sharpen would not go amiss. Not having on-site parking was a little inconvenient but saying that, most evenings we managed to find somewhere a short walk away. We could not find a hoover to give the floors a once over. The bath towels were a little small for those of us above average size. Otherwise a lovely place to base ourselves for the week.
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Wanda
ball. Close to the pubs and shops and walks from the doorstep. Lovely seeing the kingfishers, the window seat in the upstairs bedroom gives you the best view of these rarely seen birds!
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Edward
A very pleasant stay cottage is well equipped watching kingfisherâs with your first brew is a must plenty of walks and attractions near by