Bridlecott, Monksilver provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities.
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Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor Space
Parking available
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Bridlecott, Monksilver
Property Summary Bridlecott is a self-catering cottage situated in the charming village of Monksilver on the edge of Exmoor National Park, also just a short distance from the Quantocks, with The Coleridge Way passing by and only a few miles to the coast as well. This self-contained cottage sleeps up to 4 guests.
Main Description Bridlecott, in the village of Monksilver, has been fitted with modern appliances to make your stay as relaxing and comfortable as possible. Downstairs is an open-plan living space comprised of comfortable seating area with TV (with free-sat), dining table and chairs and kitchen. The bathroom is downstairs and is fitted with a shower cubicle and bath. Upstairs is a spacious double bedroom with king-sized bed. There is a second bedroom with twin beds, which is accessed via the master bedroom. The property is perfectly suited to couples or small families looking for a place to stay in this lovely quiet village.
Sleeps 2/4 Spacious annexe adjoining larger property King-sized double bed in large master bedroom with vaulted ceiling Second bedroom with twin beds (accessed via master bedroom) Quiet village location in Exmoor National Park - fabulous area for walking Property situated alongside The Coleridge Way bridlepath and Combe Sydenham Deer Park The Samaritans Way and MacMillian Way also pass through village Great pub with good food only 2 minutes walk Open-plan living space with comfortable seating, dining area and kitchen Washing machine and dishwasher Shower and bath in the downstairs bathroom Large garden (shared with owner) Off-road parking Electricity, heating and wireless broadband included Towels and bed linen provided Village shop only 1.5 miles, local town 3 miles, coast 3 miles Arrive from 4 pm Depart by 10 am
To the rear of the property is a large garden which is shared with the owner who lives in the adjacent property. Bridlecott has an outlook towards thatched cottages to the front and Combe Sydenham Deer Park is to the rear of the property.
Off-road parking is available directly outside on the drive. The drive is shared with the owners property next door.
Sorry, no dogs in Bridlecott.
Bridlecott is strictly non-smoking.
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.
Changeover days Bridlecott is available for week-long bookings and short breaks. Changeovers on Mondays and Fridays
Indoor Description Bridlecott has modern conveniences including dishwasher, washing machine, fridge/freezer, microwave, electric double oven and hob. Other equipment includes toaster, kettle, a variety of kitchen utensils, cutlery, crockery and glasses. A television (with Freesat), DVD player, CD player and music system is provided in the living room and wireless broadband is available throughout the property. There are two further TVs upstairs in the bedrooms. An iron and ironing board are provided for your convenience, as well as a clothes airer.
Electricity and heating costs are included in the price of your accommodation. Bridlecott has electric heating.
Bed linen, duvets, blankets and towels are provided for your convenience, but please bring your own beach towels if you wish to take towels with you on day trips.
A small amount of tea, coffee, sugar, milk and biscuits are provided to ensure you can have a hot drink as soon as you arrive. There may also be other non-perishable items like a salt, pepper and a few herbs or spices available.
Cleaning materials such as washing up liquid, dishwasher tablets/powder and surface cleaner will be present in the property. One or two toilet rolls will be provided.
Outdoor Description To the rear of the property is a large garden which is shared with the owner who lives in the adjacent property. Bridlecott has an outlook towards thatched cottages to the front and Combe Sydenham Deer Park is to the rear of the property. There is a large garden and provide a cricket set and a badminton set etc. for children.
Parking There is parking for two cars on the drive outside the property. Please park in front of Bridlecott.
Pets Description This has not been completed by the owner.
Restricted mobility This has not been completed by the owner.
Exit in case of emergency This has not been completed by the owner.
Christmas / New Year This has not been completed by the owner.
The region
Monksilver is a quiet village on the eastern edge of Exmoor National Park, tucked between the Brendon Hills and the Quantock Hills in West Somerset.
Despite its name, the silver has nothing to do with precious metal -- it comes from the Latin 'silva', meaning woodland, so the village is really 'Monk's Wood'.
The village has its own welcoming pub, The Notley Arms Inn, which serves award-winning food and local ales. The neighbouring village of Stogumber is two miles away and has a community-run shop and Post Office, while the town of Williton is three miles away with two small supermarkets, a petrol station, cash machines, restaurants, a butcher, pharmacy, and hardware store.
Minehead is approximately ten miles away and has larger supermarkets including Tesco and Morrisons, high street banks, and a broader range of shops. Taunton, the county town of Somerset, is roughly 14 miles south and offers a full range of supermarkets and amenities. Both Tesco and Sainsbury's deliver grocery shopping to this area.
Monksilver sits within Exmoor's International Dark Sky Reserve -- the first in Europe -- making it an outstanding location for stargazing on clear nights. The Brendon Hills, Quantock Hills, and the Somerset coast are all within easy reach by car.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: Internet access
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Microwave
Oven
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Garden
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a village
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
Garden
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property is also known as
1754
About the neighborhood
Taunton is home to this cottage. Combe Sydenham Hall and Nettlecombe Court are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Wimbleball Lake Activities Centre and Oatley Vineyard. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Darby Way or County Cricket Ground. Visit our Taunton travel guide
Situated in Taunton, this cottage is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Combe Sydenham Hall and within 3 mi (5 km) of Nettlecombe Court and Exmoor National Park. Bakelite Museum and Quantock Hills are also within 3 mi (5 km).
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Bridlecott, Monksilver Reviews
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Exceptional
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Perfect base for our stay.
Everyone we met made us feel welcome. Excellent food at the Notley Arms.
Perfect base for our stay.
Everyone we met made us feel welcome. Excellent food at the Notley Arms.
Helen D.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jul 12, 2023
Good location, good pub down the road, lots of good walks in the surrounding area and Shelagh the ow
Good location, good pub down the road, lots of good walks in the surrounding area and Shelagh the owner is very friendly and approachable.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sheri K.
Jul 12, 2023
Very comfortable accommodation and friendly host. Tastefully furnished and decorated. Close to foo
Very comfortable accommodation and friendly host. Tastefully furnished and decorated. Close to footpaths and a pub serving good food. Beautiful area to explore.
Sheri K.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Louise H.
Jul 12, 2023
A lovely sizeable, well finished property in a great central location with great village pub.
Shel
A lovely sizeable, well finished property in a great central location with great village pub.
Shelagh was very friendly and helpful
Louise H.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jul 12, 2023
lovely well equipped property on the edge of Exmoor.
lovely well equipped property on the edge of Exmoor.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Caroline H.
Jul 12, 2023
Really enjoyed our stay, very comfortable, clean and very well-equipped for everything. Local info
Really enjoyed our stay, very comfortable, clean and very well-equipped for everything. Local info and walking maps too- easy to take a hike - just walk out the door and up the path for great views of the beautiful countryside and the coast ! Great for star-gazing on a clear night- we saw the Milky-way and even a shooting star! It's a great base for exploring the surrounding area and the owners are very friendly. Would be very happy to stay there again :)
Caroline H.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Donna F.
Jul 12, 2023
Wonderful cottage in a beautiful location. Has everything you need for a comfortable, home from home
Wonderful cottage in a beautiful location. Has everything you need for a comfortable, home from home break away. The owner, Sylvia is such a lovely, kind and caring lady. Nothing is too much trouble and her excellent knowledge of the area was very helpful. We will definitely be returning!
Donna F.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Julie W.
Jul 12, 2023
This lovely quiet cottage is well placed to explore Exmoor and the coast. Comfortable and well equi
This lovely quiet cottage is well placed to explore Exmoor and the coast. Comfortable and well equipped, all you could want for a self catering holiday. Shelagh is the perfect host, very friendly, a warm welcome on arrival. Thank you.
Julie W.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Lesley E.
Jul 12, 2023
Had a lovely time. Sun even shone for us and I wouldn't be surprised if Shelagh had organised that.
Had a lovely time. Sun even shone for us and I wouldn't be surprised if Shelagh had organised that. Cottage was very comfortable and lots of walks on our doorstep and nearby. We had meals out most evenings, twice at the local - excellent.
Lesley E.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Michael R.
Jul 12, 2023
Comfortable, quiet and superbly equipped property. Very friendly proprietor. Many walks on the door
Comfortable, quiet and superbly equipped property. Very friendly proprietor. Many walks on the doorstep. Local hostelry friendly but offers fine dining at appropriate prices and does not offer meals every evening. When we were there dinner was not available on Sunday, Monday and Tuesday evenings.
Michael R.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
John S.
Jul 12, 2023
A very warm welcome from Shelagh. The house is very well furnished and equipped, and had everything
A very warm welcome from Shelagh. The house is very well furnished and equipped, and had everything we needed for our 4 day stay. Set in a in quiet picturesque village it was ideal. There is a pub 2 mins away, Noteley Arms, but do not recommend it. £17 for a burger and fries that was too salty to finish. Ask Shelagh where else you could eat locally. Would definitely recommend Bridlecott.
John S.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Flip T.
Jul 12, 2023
The place is large enough for 4 people, very comfortable, nice big master bedroom. Everything you mi
The place is large enough for 4 people, very comfortable, nice big master bedroom. Everything you might need to cook your own meals is present. Very nice and helpfull owner! Loved talking to her!
Very short walk to the local Notley Arms, which is always good to visit! Monksilver is an ideal little village to spend time, talk to the locals, have a wee walk, have a strong cider at the Notley's, discover the church's history and the grave of a mother and her daughter that were murdered over a century ago,...
We'll definitely be back!
Flip T.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Pamela S.
Jul 12, 2023
The only thing i would add is you need transport as the nearest shop is three miles away. No problem
The only thing i would add is you need transport as the nearest shop is three miles away. No problems otherwise.