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The Old Lighthouse Cottage

Watchet, Somerset (Ref. 1166165)

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  • 4 Guests

  • 2 Bedrooms

  • 1 Bathroom

  • Pets Yes

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Features

  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Pub/shop < 1 mile
  • Broadband / WiFi

Reviews

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5 Customer Review(s)

  • Ian

    “The Old Lighthouse is an interesting property to stay in.”

    It is a lovely peaceful location close to the shops, harbour and heritage railway. But it would not suit everyone. The “upside down” accommodation, with the living room/kitchen being at the top means negotiating the stairs frequently. The last flight being steep & on a spiral with a rope handrail. Not suitable for those with any mobility issues. Dog owners should be aware. Nice touch to have milk in the fridge and some snacks. Parking, other than for unloading/loading is not possible but ...

    It is a lovely peaceful location close to the shops, harbour and heritage railway. But it would not suit everyone. The “upside down” accommodation, with the living room/kitchen being at the top means negotiating the stairs frequently. The last flight being steep & on a spiral with a rope handrail. Not suitable for those with any mobility issues. Dog owners should be aware. Nice touch to have milk in the fridge and some snacks. Parking, other than for unloading/loading is not possible but the owner does arrange for a parking permit for use in any of the nearby P&D car parks.

    - Ian, April 2025

    Thank you for your review Ian. We are really pleased you had a good stay. In regards to the cottage layout we opted for a kitchen/living room on the top floor so guests can enjoy the harbour view from the dining area. It does require another flight of stairs, but we felt the effort was worth it, especially to watch the sunsets. Unfortunately, due to the age of the cottage, we are unable to alter the quaint but steep second staircase. However, we do highlight the stairs in the property details section to try and ensure guests are informed before they book. Thanks for staying at the old lighthouse Cottage to enjoy your Watchet trip. Warm regards, Amy and Alan Property Owner

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Summary

  • Reverse-level
  • Over three floors
  • Two bedrooms: 1 x Ground-floor king-size with en-suite basin and WC, 1 x first-floor twin
  • Shower room with walk-in shower, basin, and WC
  • Second-floor open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area
  • Utility
  • Gas central heating
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, and refrigerator with small freezer compartment, toaster and coffee machine
  • TV, WiFi
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Permit parking for 1 car
  • Two small, well-behaved dogs welcome; must be mobile enough to climb steep stairs
  • Sorry, no smoking or vaping
  • Shop, pub, and harbour 0.1 miles, marina and beach 1.3 miles
  • Note: The staircase to the second floor is steep and wide
  • It has a rope handrail to one side and a fixed handrail to the other, care is advised
  • Note: Free parking for one vehicle, inc. in rent

The property

The Old Lighthouse Cottage is a charming reverse-level cottage, with lovely sea views, resting in Watchet, Somerset near the local beach and harbour.

Minehead 9.2 miles; Taunton 17.7 miles; Weston-Super-Mare 35.3 miles.

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About the location

WATCHET

Minehead 9 miles.

Watchet is a delightful, small Somerset harbour town with a maritime history going back over two millennia, where visitors may enjoy the variety of quaint shops on offer and watch the boats in the marina. Watchet attracts railway enthusiasts from all around, as The West Somerset Railway, twenty miles of preserved steam railway, passes through Watchet and continues through stunning scenery to the coastal town of Minehead, approximately nine miles away. There are superb walks along the coast from Watchet, while towards St Audries in the east, the Quantock Hills rise to 1,000 feet above the sea and the Brendon Hills and Exmoor are to the west, within easy reach. Explore the many pretty coastal and inland villages including Porlock, with its steep hill and pretty winding streets, Dunster with its dramatic castle perched above the historic village and the busy resort of Minehead with its sandy beach, golf course and traditional seaside attractions. This is an excellent choice of holiday destination for rural beauty, dramatic coastline and splendid walking.

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas