This pretty property, located just 9 miles from the popular town of Taunton, is perfect for guests that can’t bear to leave their beloved canine companion behind! Sleeping five across three tranquil bedrooms, it won’t be long before you feel relaxed and ready to get out and explore the stunning natural beauty around you. Try a 4.5-mile walk from Hemyock (6.5 miles) in the Blackdown Hills AONB, or stroll in Ramscombe Great Wood (20 miles) in the Quantock Hills AONB for superb days out.
The cottage, which is set within the grounds of the owners’ home, is homely and comfortable. The first-floor kitchen has a quaint country style with rustic colours and natural woods, while soft lighting and comfy sofas through to the lounge make it a wonderful place to wind down in the evenings with a good book or film on the TV. Your pup might like to cattle-watch from the windows in the day as they graze in the nearby fields. The bedrooms, found on both floors, are decorated in calming colours to promote a good night’s sleep; wake up and head down to the patio for an al fresco breakfast as the hound stretches their legs.
Go for walks through the orchards at Sheppy’s Cider Farm (6 miles) where there is something for everyone, including Fido, but only grown-ups can sample the produce! The working watermill at Bishops Lydeard Mill (12.5 miles) can be turned using just two fingers and has a Victorian kitchen to explore, making it great for kids. Stroll 50 acres of lakes, temples, woodland and more at Hestercombe Gardens (13 miles), or take the pup to the dog exercise area or footpaths while the kids have a go at water or land sports at Wimbleball Lake Activity Centre (18 miles).