Elm Cottage
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Overview
Elm Cottage holds a wonderful location nestled within beautiful Somerset countryside, ideal for families wanting to explore the great outdoors either on foot or on bicycle! While the location is ideal for those wanting to escape the hustle and bustle of daily life, the town of Ilminster with its variety of helpful amenities, including shops and family-friendly restaurants, is less than a five-minute car journey away.
The recently renovated cottage has been beautifully modernised to an incredibly high standard by its current owners who have carefully preserved its original charm with character features such as the exposed brickwork, old oak and elm beams, and a wood-burning stove, remaining untouched. Elm Cottage boasts a quirky upside-down layout, the impressive open-plan living accommodation is situated upstairs to allow guests to make the most of indoor-outdoor living with the bi-fold doors leading out to the terrace. The kitchen comes fully-equipped with all the tools you could possibly need to create delicious meals, while the cosy sitting area with its wood-burning stove makes the perfect space to retire to after action-packed days spent exploring the surrounding countryside. The cottage can comfortably accommodate up to thirteen guests across its six well-appointed bedrooms, which are located on the ground floor. Five of the bedrooms feature en-suite facilities and can either be set up as twins or super-king double rooms, making them ideal for friends or couples to share. The remaining bedroom features bunk beds and an additional pull-out single bed, ideal for children or teens to share, guests staying in this room can make use of the bathroom across the corridor.
Outside, open the large bi-fold doors and enjoy delicious barbecues al fresco on the terrace, the toasty fire pit will keep everyone warm well into the evenings. There is also a magnificent wood-fired hot tub, perfect for long, indulgent soaks while admiring the countryside views at any time of the year.
What you should know…
- The bedrooms can be set up with either twin beds or super-king size doubles, ideal for couples or friends holidaying together! Please just request your preference in good time before your arrival
- One of the bedrooms features bunk beds and is therefore better suited to any children or teens in the group
Property Features
Ground Floor
- Bedroom with super-king bed and en-suite shower room*
- Bedroom with super-king bed and en-suite shower room*
- Bedroom with super-king bed and en-suite shower room*
- Bedroom with super-king bed and en-suite shower room*
- Bedroom with super-king bed and en-suite bathroom*
- Bedroom with bunk beds and additional pull-out trundle bed (best suited to younger guests)
- Family shower room
First Floor
- Living area with wood burning stove
- Fully-equipped kitchen with induction hob, 2x ovens, 2x dishwashers, Nespresso coffee machine and dining area with garden acccess
Exterior Grounds
- Wood-fired hot tub
- Fire pit
- Terrace
- Dining facilities
- Charcoal barbecue (starter charcoal provided)
- Lawn
Additional Facilities
- Wi-Fi
- TV
- Washing machine & dryer
- Bathrobes
- Toiletries
- Travel cot & highchair available on request (please bring your own cot linen)
- Parking
* Each of the super-king bedrooms can be set up with twin beds instead on request. Please just advise of your preference at time of booking.
Location
About the surrounding area of Elm CottageElm Cottage is situated in a tranquil spot just a 5-minute drive from the town of Ilminster where a wide variety of helpful amenities, including shops and restaurants, can be found. There are a selection of excellent pubs in the vicinity, such as The Barrington Boar, Dinnington Docks, Lord Poulett Arms, or Five Dials. We also recommend the micro-brewery at Stocklinch, Stocklinch Ales, which is open for visitors on Friday evenings after 7pm and Sunday lunchtimes.
There is plenty to see, do and explore in the surrounding area. Barrington House, a National Trust house with gardens open to the public, is nearby, as is Dillington House. The Dennis Chinaworks in Shepton Beauchamp are also very close and worth a visit, for the tea rooms as much as anything else! There are several local cider producers whose orchards and presses are worth seeing, Perry’s Cider in Dowlish Wake being one, and Julian Temperley’s cider and cider brandy distillery over at Burrow Hill another. A little further away the beach at Lyme Regis and walks along the Jurassic coastline are 40mins or so to the South, while the Hauser and Wirth gallery near Bruton is 40 mins or so to the East.
Local Amenities | |||
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Nearest Airport |
Exeter Airport
(50km) |
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Nearest Town/City |
Ilminster
(2.5km) |
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Nearest Restaurant |
Selection in Ilminster
(2.5km) |
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Nearest Supermarket |
Tesco Superstore, Ilminster
(2.7km) |
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Nearest Shop |
Green House Farmshop
(250m) |
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Nearest Beach |
Lyme Regis
(29.7km) |
Region
As one of the sunniest and most rural counties in the UK, there’s plenty in Somerset to make a summer break totally memorable (and it’s still amazing picturesque no matter the season when you visit!).
And when you are staying in one of our luxury holiday homes in Somerset, you’ll want to make sure you’re visiting all the places and trying all the stuff that really makes the region unique. To that end, we’ve put together this brilliant Somerset travel guide – whether you’ve already booked or you’re just browsing, it’s full of handy info and indispensable tips!
Kids
Best Suited For: All AgesElm Cottage makes a fantastic choice for families travelling with children, who are bound to enjoy playing games in the garden and exploring the great outdoors in the surrounding countryside! One of the bedrooms is set up with bunk beds and an additional pull-out bed, ideal for any siblings or friends sharing. For the little ones, a travel cot and highchair can be provided on request.
Baby and Toddler Equipment
- Cot(s)
- High Chair(s)
Kids Activities Close-by
- Walk to Restaurant
- <1hr to Airport
- Outdoor Pursuit & Activities
- Tourist Towns & Villages
Extras
At Oliver’s Travels, we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From private chefs to travel services, we can help you arrange those little extras that make it a truly memorable holiday. Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team, who will be happy to help. We can typically help you arrange any of the following:
- Maid service/extra cleaning
- Private chef/cook/catering
- Welcome hamper/pre-stocked fridge
- Local day-trips or tours
- Airport pick-up/drop-off
Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team.
Please note that all extras are subject to availability and must be requested in advance of the holiday (prices on request). Due to some rural/remote locations, not all services will be available at all properties. However, we will always do our best to fulfil your requests!
Oliver's Travels Chef Service: A Gourmet Dining Experience
Make hosting a memorable dinner party at your villa an absolute breeze with our superb Chef Service. Our chefs will take care of everything for you from start to finish so you can just sit back and enjoy the gastronomic experience. They will bring all the necessary ingredients, cook and serve the food and even clean up afterwards. To find out more visit www.oliverstravels.com/chefs
Security deposit | £500 charged to the client's credit card as a pre-authorisation at least 2 weeks prior to arrival and refunded two weeks after departure, subject to a full inspection. |
Arrival time | 4pm |
Departure time | 10am |
Terms & Conditions
These terms and conditions may be amended from time to time.
Security deposit | £500 charged to the client's credit card as a pre-authorisation at least 2 weeks prior to arrival and refunded two weeks after departure, subject to a full inspection. |
Arrival time | 4pm |
Departure time | 10am |
Energy costs included? | Yes, included in the rental price |
Linen & towels included? | Yes, included in the rental price |
End of stay cleaning included? | Yes, included in the rental price |
Internet access? | Yes, Wi-Fi is included in the rental price |
Changeover day | Friday or Monday |
Minimum stay | Please note that there is a 2-night minimum stay, this may be increased to 3 or 7-nights across peak dates |
Pets welcome? | A maximum of 2 well-behaved dogs are allowed on a request basis for an additional charge of £50 per dog, per stay. Please request at the time of booking. Dogs are to remain in the living area and off the furniture at the property. |
Smoking Allowed? | No smoking |
Other Ts and Cs | This home is best suited to family groups. No stag do's, hen do's or parties are permitted at this home. |
Other 2 | Travel cots and highchairs can be provided on request. Please ensure that you request them at the time of booking as they are available on a first come, first served basis. |
Rental Rates
Prices based on an occupancy of 13 people:
Rental period | 2 Nights | 3 Nights | 4 Nights | 5 Nights | Weekly |
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Nov 29th 2024 - Dec 20th 2024 | £2,757 | £3,385 | £4,014 | £4,642 | £5,309 |
Dec 20th 2024 - Dec 27th 2024 | - | - | - | - | £10,811 |
Dec 27th 2024 - Jan 3rd 2025 | - | - | - | - | £9,636 |
Jan 3rd 2025 - Mar 28th 2025 | £2,327 | £2,955 | £3,584 | £4,212 | £4,922 |
Mar 28th 2025 - Apr 18th 2025 | - | £3,705 | £4,510 | £5,315 | £6,232 |
Apr 18th 2025 - Apr 25th 2025 | - | £4,730 | £5,574 | £6,417 | £7,224 |
Apr 25th 2025 - May 2nd 2025 | £2,900 | £3,705 | £4,510 | £5,315 | £6,232 |
May 2nd 2025 - May 9th 2025 | - | £4,350 | £5,155 | £5,960 | £6,813 |
May 9th 2025 - May 23rd 2025 | £2,900 | £3,705 | £4,510 | £5,315 | £6,232 |
May 23rd 2025 - May 30th 2025 | - | £4,350 | £5,155 | £5,960 | £6,813 |
May 30th 2025 - Jul 4th 2025 | £2,900 | £3,705 | £4,510 | £5,315 | £6,232 |
Jul 4th 2025 - Aug 22nd 2025 | £3,154 | £4,052 | £4,951 | £5,850 | £6,883 |
Aug 22nd 2025 - Aug 29th 2025 | - | £4,730 | £5,629 | £6,528 | £7,324 |
Aug 29th 2025 - Oct 10th 2025 | £2,900 | £3,705 | £4,510 | £5,315 | £6,232 |
Oct 10th 2025 - Oct 24th 2025 | £3,154 | £3,997 | £4,841 | £5,684 | £6,635 |
Oct 24th 2025 - Oct 31st 2025 | £3,154 | £3,815 | £4,477 | £5,138 | £5,815 |
Oct 31st 2025 - Dec 5th 2025 | £2,547 | £3,209 | £3,870 | £4,532 | £5,270 |
Dec 5th 2025 - Dec 19th 2025 | £2,900 | £3,562 | £4,223 | £4,885 | £5,587 |
Dec 19th 2025 - Dec 26th 2025 | - | - | - | - | £10,395 |
Dec 26th 2025 - Jun 2nd 2026 | - | - | - | - | £9,090 |
Please note that these prices/rates are a guide only and may not be correct at the current date. For an accurate quote, please enquire.
Reviews
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Fantastic
Thank you for a fantastic stay. The accommodation was spotless, beautifully appointed and just as described. We visited with a group of 13 friends ranging in age from 4 months to 42. It was perfect for us all!
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Lovely
What a lovely house! Spacious and well appointed. We had a wonderful time and we highly recommend it.
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