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Links to Accomodation Providers in Somerset and North Devon Areas

Please click on the Station name for accomodation in that Area

 Accomodation Finder Sites
Exmoor Accomodation   4 Ways to Find a Place to Stay in Exmoor Minehead, Dulverton, Dunster, Porlock, Lynton & Lynmouth ... from Woolacombe to the Quantocks ... Combe Martin to Tiverton.
Somerset Guide   The Somerset Tourist Guide for cottages, campsites, hotels, and B&B, in Somerset, Bath and Exmoor. The comprehensive guide for tourism in the county.
Stay South West   StaySouthWest - A guide to accommodation in the South West of England.
Exmoor Logo
 
The Exmoor Tourist Association website has links and information about attractions and accomodation on and near the National Park

Visit Exmoor

  Visit Exmoor has information on local accomodation for the Minehead area as well as details of other attractions
Whats on Exmoor
  A visitor's guide to the Exmoor National Park in the South West of England including Exmoor accommodation directory, Mapping, Walking, Riding, Cycling, Fishing, Disabled, Beaches, Facts, Contacts, Weather, Tides and
lots more.....
Farm and Cottage Holidays
  Holiday Cottages offer the finest selection of over 850 personally inspected Holiday Cottages throughout Devon, Cornwall, Somerset and Dorset. From Country Cottages to Riverside Apartments, Farmhouses to Log Cabins the perfect holiday is yours to choose
bED AND bREAKFASTS.CO.UK  
With links to local accomodation in the Minehead and Exmoor area with maps and booking information
exmoor online
  The Exmoor Online Directory has links to many different accomodation sites in and around the National Park
Escape&Explore   Escape and Explore a tourism guide with changing ideas and suggestions for your holidays
Lg Logo   Somerset accommodation directory of 1000s of hotels, B&Bs, inns, holiday cottages, holiday parks, caravan sites and campsites in Somerset.”
Taunton Accomodation
Holiday Inn Taunton
 

The Holiday Inn Taunton is right next to junction 25 of the M5 and offers high quality accomodation and is ideally situated to explore the whole county

Taunton Castle
  The Castle at Taunton is steeped in the drama and romance of English history. Once a Norman fortress, it has been welcoming travellers to the town since the 12th century.
Taunton Deane Heart of Somerset   Taunton Deane Borough Councils Website has information about accomodation at the Bishops Lydeard end of the line

Fulford Grange

  A 200 year old farmhouse on the edge of Kingston St Mary near Taunton in Somerset Bed and Breakfast or Self catering, short stay or longer in comfortable and stylish surroundings
hILL fARM bED AND bREAKFAST
  Offers bed and breakfast at the foot of the Quantocks. Hill Farm is ideally situated for those wanting to explore the beauty of the Quantock Hills; either on foot, by car, by bike or horse trekking.
Mill Meadow Accomodation   Mill Meadow is an exclusive development for 18 luxury timber Eco-Homes on the edge of Somerset's Quantock Hills Mill Meadow Eco-Homes will offer clients a high level of luxury with a Carbon Neutral Footprint - one of those rare opportunities in life to have your cake and eat it.
Bath and County   Bath and Country Holidays are a personable, locally run and helpful business offering a superb range of self-catering accommodation for between 1 and 14 people, from grand Georgian townhouses in the heart of Bath to gorgeous cottages in Bath's surrounding countryside.  
Wick House   Wick house is a family run B&B in Norton Fitzwarren. ideally situated to discover the surrounding area; The Quantocks, Exmoor and the Blackdowns are all close by. We are only 10-15 minutes from the m5 on the b3227, set in a rural location but only 5 minutes from Taunton town centre.
Lower Farm - Thornfalcon   Lower Farm is in the tiny village of Thornfalcon just off the A 358 (Taunton to Ilminster road) just 4 miles from the county town of Taunton.  It is an ideal stop for business and touring the county and half an hour from the southern terminus of the West Somerset Railway at Bishops Lydeard.
White Hart Hotel  

The White Hart is a former coaching inn dating back some 350 years, standing in the old town of Wiveliscombe it offers the ideal base for both business and pleasure with its combination of traditional qualities and modern facilities. Located at the foot of the Brendon Hills and nearby Quantocks and ideal for exploring the WSR.

walkers Farm   Di and Will Tilley welcome you to Walkers' Farm Holiday Cottages which are situated in the heart of Somerset with wonderful views over the Somerset levels and the surrounding hills. They lie in the quiet hamlet of Stathe between Burrowbridge and Stoke St. Gregory. We are 4 miles from Langport, 11 miles from Taunton and 11 miles from Bridgwater.
local amenitys including post office, pubs and shops within 1.5 miles
Blorenge Guest House   This fine early Victorian property is conveniently situated  just off of the town centre. We are a five minute walk away from the  world renowned Somerset County cricket Ground. The train and bus stations are a seven minute walk, as are Vivary park, with its own 18 hole golf course, Musgrove park Hospital, the Somerset county council and Taunton Deane borough council. The Somerset records office is a 15 minute walk. Blorenge House is  ideally situated for visits to Taunton, Somerset, and the West Country.We are also situated within a 20 minute drive of Exmoor and a 35 minute drive of the coast.The Golf courses of Oake Manor, Taunton and Pickeridge and Taunton Vale are within a 15 minute drive from us.
Bishops Lydeard
The Lethbridge Arms
 

The 16th Century Inn offers good food, real ales and accomodation.
The Inn is a focal point of the village, ideally located for Golf, Fishing or walks on the nearby Quantock Hills as well as the WSR

Cedar Falls
  Cedar falls Health farm offers a range of excellent quality beauty treatments and reasonably priced accomodation. Why not combine a trip to the Railway with a relaxing Beauty treatment for both men and women?
Four Seasons
  A newly refubished 4* B&B close to Bishops Lydeard and WSR.  All rooms have luxury en-suites together with LCD TV's, WiFi, tea/coffee/cookies tray and lovely views from all rooms. Excellent local inn for dining out less than 1 mile.  A warm welcome awaits you.
The Mount B&B
Comfortable en-suite accommodation at The Mount, a delightful Georgian property in the heart of the village.
Crowcombe Heathfield
artwood House   Set in its own woodland glade less than 15 minutes walk from Crowcombe Heathfield Station, Hartwood House is ideally situated for visitors to The West Somerset Railway. Comfortable rooms with ensuite bathrooms. A full English breakfast to start your day.
Puddies Meadow   Puddies Meadow offers comfortable and quiet accommodation in the village of Crowcombe, a picturesque village on the south west slopes of the Quantock hills, just off the A358 between Taunton and Williton.
stogumber
The White Horse Inn - Stogumber  

The White Horse Inn is a traditional village freehouse in the picturesque and historical village of Stogumber.

Lying towards the western end of the Valley of Taunton Deane, the pub, which also offers accomodation, is within easy access of both The Quantock Hills and Exmoor.

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Foresters Arms
  Situated in the quaint town of Williton in Somerset and offers good food and accomodation. The Foresters Arms is ideally located near Williton Station
Hartnells B & B
  Five Minutes walk from Williton Station this four star Bed and Breakfast makes an ideal base to explore the West Somerset Railway as well as the Quantock Hills and Exmoor
Arden Cottage  

A 5 minute walk from Williton station this beautiful thatched cottage offers high quality accommodation, a warm, relaxed welcome, an Aga cooked breakfast, beautiful local walks in the Quantocks and is only a short distance from the sea and other local attractions.

The White House, Williton   The White House is a small, family run Guest House located in the village of Williton, close to the Coast and Williton station for the West Somerset steam railway.
Carew Arms   The Carew Arms in Crowcombe village offers excellent beers and ales as well as accomodation
The Old Rectory Coach House
  Set within the beautifully restored Old Rectory Coach House in the heart of Sampford Brett. Ideally situated between Exmoor, the Quantocks Hills and the Somerset coast, with easy access to Taunton, Minehead and Bridgwater.
Hazeldene b&b  

Hazeldene Bed & Breakfast is a familyrun non-smoking establishment located in the picturesque village of Kilve. It is ideally situated for the Coleridge Way, the Quantock Hills, coastal walks and the West Somerset Railway.

Watchet
The Mariners
  The Mariner Guest House in Watchet, Beach Cottage and Beach View cottages are all well placed for exploring Exmoor and the Brendon and Quantock Hills.
Matrons Cottage   Matron's Cottage backs onto the sea and is a less than 5 minute walk to Watchet station. What's more we have 2 more cottage starting this Summer, Spratt's Cottage (next door to Matron's) and West Quay Cottage close to harbour and with the steam trains in clear view from the front garden...if you run when you hear the whistle you should just catch it! Ideal for a party of friends who want to spend the nights in their own little cottages and the days on the trains.
The Square - Watchet   The Square holiday cottage is quietly situated in a sunny corner of Watchet, just a minute's walk to the steam railway and the marina. Clean, comfortable accommodation with 1 double and 2 single beds. Small pets welcome. Off-peak discounts and short breaks.
The Old Bakery - Watchet   Located in the centre of the old town area of Watchet and a short stroll from the harbour and steam railway station. The Old Bakery dates back to the early 1600’s and is amongst one of the older houses in this quaint town. With a colourful history as a Sail mender’s cottage in the early 1700’s, a Saddler’s Shop in the late 1800’s and finally a General Store and Baker’s Shop in the 1900’s the Cottage has now been refurbished to incorporate two comfortable double Guest rooms complete with en-suite shower and private bathroom offering a quality Bed and Breakfast service
Trinity Cottage  

Trinity Cottage is in a quiet village setting, a few miles from Washford station.Pick up service available.
3 rooms with wonderful views. Walks from the doorstep. Excellent breakfasts. Optional evening meals.
Bargain breaks and Steam Gala Specials.

Court farm   Situated in the delightful Hamlet of Doniford, at the foot of the Quantock Hills and with a view of the Brendon Hills. The West Somerset Railway is seen across the fields with a halt nearby.
Blue Anchor
Hoburne Park BA  
Combining both seaside pleasures and rural views this welcoming, beautifully kept park is the perfect base for enjoying Somerset.
Ble Anchor Hoburne
  Static Caravans at Blue Anchor near to the station with wonderful views over the bay and very close to Exmoor

Hideaways

  The chalet style bungalow is set in a very peaceful woodland area of Cleeve Park. A delightful base to explore Exmoor and the surrounding countryside and a mile walk from Blue Anchor Railway Station.
Binham Grange   Stay in a 13th Century building with all the comforts of five star accomodation and a licensed resturant. The Nearest Station is Blue Anchor
Cleeve Park
  2 bedroomed chalet bungalow,  sleeps 4 (1 double, 1 twin). 1 mile from Blue Anchor station. Very well equipped. Re-fitted kitchen with electric cooker, fridge, microwave & excellent selection of utensils.   Quiet, wooded position approx. half a mile from the beach. Not a holiday site. Available all year. Terms from £200 to £325

To view the park please visit the website

Caravan at Hoburne, Blue Anchor

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  A 3 bedroom private static caravan for hire based on Blue Anchor park which  sleeps 6 people. The caravan has a TV & DVD while the main bedroom have one double bed and two bedrooms have two twin beds in each room. There is also has a electric cooker microwave & shower. The cost of hire is £300 per week Saturday to Saturday arrive at 2pm and please vacate at 11am on the day of departure all electricity is included quilts are also provided you will need to bring your own towels, t towels and bedding. Please e-mail julie.burdett@hotmail.co.uk or telephone 07846588124 to book the caravan. We will require a £100 deposit with the balance payable 8 weeks prior to the start of your holiday please e-mail for a booking form and conditions of booking.
Langbury  

Nigel and Paula offer a friendly and personal welcome at our peaceful, elegant, award winning, Edwardian house. Immaculate accommodation and Aga breakfast. Stunning views of the sea/hills and railway. We are the closest B&B to Blue Anchor station (80 yards) with excellent off road parking.

Dunster
The Yarn Market Hotel Dunster
  Quality Exmoor accommodation at The Yarn Market Hotel in Dunster which is 3 star rated by the Tourist Board. There are 25 en suite bedrooms and they cater for couples and families equally as well as for the small group travel market (see group travel pages)
Exmoor House Dunster
  Exmoor House West Street Dunster Wake up to the sounds of Exmoor on your doorstep in the oldest street in Dunster. Relax in one of our six comfortable en-suite bedrooms Try our "Full Exmoor" breakfast made with local organic /frree range ingredients.  We pride ourselves on our cleanliness and attention to detail - give us a try you will not be disappointed.
Minehead
Stay in Minehead
  Stay in Minehead lists the best hotels and Guest Houses in the Minehead area and is your comprehensive guide for places to stay for the northern terminus of the railway as well as Exmoor National Park
The Northfield Hotel  

Northfield Hotel is a largely Edwardian building, set within its own extensive and beautifully landscaped gardens right in the heart of Minehead. From its raised position the hotel enjoys far-reaching views overlooking the Bay and with the rugged Quantock Hills visible in the distance.

Parks Guest House
  THE PARKS GUEST HOUSE offers quality bed & breakfast accommodation in an ideal location within easy walking distance of Exmoor National Park and the picturesque seaside resort of Minehead and the WSR.
The Quay Inn   The Quay Inn is a welcoming Minehead pub making the most of its’ wonderful location ovewrlooking the Bristol Channel and providing you with a choice of spacious interior designed en-suite hotel accommodation including a family suite.
The York Hotel
 

The York House Inn, situated in the main street, 2 minutes from the railway offers Hotel Accommodation, Great Food, Wide range of Beer & Ales, TV Sports Room, Wi-Fi and Great Live Entertainment. Rail ticket holders get 10% off all menu prices too.

Britannia Inn, Alcombe
  The Britannia Inn serves real ales in a traditional environment. The restaurant serves home cooked snacks and meals with a traditional roast served on Sunday. The Britannia has four letting rooms all with en suite facilities.
Gascony Hotel
  Situated on the Avenue just 1 minutes walk from the Railway this 2 star 20 en-suite bedroom fully licensed Hotel with elegant restaurant and tea rooms is an ideal base to explore the West Somerset Railway.The hotel has its own large private car park and offers Dinner seven nights a week short break and weekly terms are available and early or packed breakfast is available to trainee drivers on courses.
The Old Ship Aground
  The Old Ship Aground is a family run sea side pub offering quality accommodation in Minehead with sea views, delicious home cooked food and a warm welcome. The Old Ship Aground is five minutes walk from Minehead Station along the Seafront
The Promenade Hotel
 

The Promenade: Wonderfully situated on the seafront overlooking the bay. Come and join us in comfortable surroundings with lovely views across the bay from our conservatory, lounge and garden where you can enjoy coffee, lunch or a traditional cream tea. We also have fully accessible rooms incorporating wet rooms. Less than five minutes walk from the West Somerset Railway. Easy access to the town centre, station, beach and Exmoor National Park

Dunkery Lodge   Dunkery Lodge is a private Edwardian period residence (c. 1902) with many of the original features. The owners seek to continue the tradition of that most confident period of English history - good food, elegance, comfort and style.
Exmoor
Dunkery Beacon Hotel  
Dunkery Beacon Hotel in the Exmoor National Park offers fine food and accomodation in a stunning setting
Woodcombe Cootages and Lodges  

Woodcombe Lodges

Four star self catering cottages and lodges on the edge of the national park 1.5 miles from Minehead station

www.woodcombelodge.co.uk

The Cleeve   Holiday in a Victorian hunting lodge sleeping up to 28 people in style, located in the picturesque village of Porlock

Crossmoor Meadows   Bed and Breakfast in 19th Century house in the foothills of the Quantocks, ideally located for exploring the Hills and the West Somerset Railway
Lois Farm Holiday Cottages
  Lois Country Cottages are self catering farm holidays in the beautiful Blackmore Vale, Somerset (Near Templecombe).
Middle Upcott Farm
  Middle Upcott Farm provides the discerning Exmoor visitor with top quality bed and breakfast accommodation near Dulverton with excellent views across West Somerset.
We also have comfortable horse accommodation for those who wish to ride in the famous Exmoor National Park.
Exmoor House
  Exmoor House is in the village of Wheddon Cross, very close to the route of the recently opened Coleridge Way, which links the Quantocks to Exmoor.
Blagdon House
  Luxury country house hotel in Devon idealy situated for exploring both Devon, Cornwall and Somerset
Stilegate B & B
  'Stilegate' offers quality bed and breakfast in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Stilegate prides itself on a first class location with panoramic views of Exmoor National Park and Somerset coastline.
Camelot House
  Camelot House is a classical Edwardian home with glorious views of Exmoor and the Somerset coast.  Situated in Blue Anchor Bay, just 4 miles from Minehead, we are a stone’s throw from the sea, the West Somerset Railway
Beaconside Properties
  Holiday Cottages Devon - Beaconside has a range of holiday cottages sleeping up to 38 in the beautiful North Devon countryside with easy access to some of Englands finest beaches and tourist attractions.
The Meadows B&B
 

Meadows Bed and Breakfast offers luxury en-suite rooms, fabulous food and thoughtful consideration at all times for your comfort and peace, set in beautiful gardens and with a sun lounge. Surrounded by glorious walking countryside it is within five miles of Dunster, Porlock and Minehead. Our site is the home of STEAM/RAIL/BOAT-TRIP LINK, useful links to help you plan your holiday, taking in these attractions.

Highcliffe House   Highcliffe House is an award winning luxury guest house offering Bed and Breakfast in Devon, in the Boutique Hotel style overlooking Lynton & Lynmouth, in Exmoor, North Devon. The location provides an elegant backdrop and romantic guest accommodation within Exmoor National Park. The guest house is situated in an acre of garden and woodland and offers an oasis of calm to relax and unwind whilst discovering the magnificence of Exmoor.
The Byre   Unwind at The Byre - the most welcoming of rural retreats for up to six people. It's the perfect North Devon holiday cottage getaway for family or friends, ideal for weekend breaks, nestling amidst peaceful Exmoor foothills on the edge of the charming village of Goodleigh.

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