Dunkery View, Wootton Courtenay
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Dunkery View, Wootton Courtenay
Dunkery View lies in a peaceful rural location at the foot of Dunkery Hill on the edge of the charming village of Wootton Courtenay and enjoys sweeping all round views of Exmoor. The village shop is a short walk away and numerous stunning walks over the moors.
Main Description
This attractive apartment is laid out over two floors and is comprised of a large bedroom with superking-sized bed, well equipped kitchen, spacious sitting/dining room, shower room with large shower plus the added benefit of a drying/boot room for your walking footwear and outer garments. A private garden is adjacent to the property from which you can enjoy the dark sky delights of Exmoor and see the Milky Way on clear moonless nights.
Large bedroom with superking-sized bed
Fully fitted and well equipped kitchen
Spacious sitting room/dining room with TV, DVD, CD player
Shower room with large shower
Full central heating
Drying room/boot room for walkers/riders
Private parking for your car and bikes
Private enclosed garden
Wonderful views of Dunkery and Exmoor
Fabulous area for walking
Great pub/restaurant within walking distance
Arrive from 4 pm
Depart by 10 am
Appliances and equipment
Dunkery View kitchen is fitted with washing machine, fridge, freezer, microwave, electric oven and ceramic hob. Other equipment includes toaster, kettle, a variety of kitchen utensils, cutlery, crockery and glasses.
A television, DVD player and CD player is provided in the living room and wireless broadband is available at the property.
Electricity and heating
Electricity and heating costs are included in the price of your accommodation. Dunkery View is fitted with central heating throughout which can be adjusted to suit your preferences.
Linen and towels
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. Bed linen is not supplied for the cot.
Other provisions
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 and surface cleaner will be present in the property. One or two toilet rolls will be provided.
Outside the property
A large, enclosed garden is attached to the property which is available for your sole use.
Parking
There is ample off-road parking for your one car and/or bikes directly outside the property.
Dogs
Sorry, dogs are not permitted in Dunkery View.
Smoking
This property is strictly non-smoking.
Changeover days
Dunkery View is available for week breaks (Saturday to Saturday), and short breaks may be available.
Local area
Sometimes you can watch Red Deer on Exmoor from the comfort of the apartment or, better still take a short walk and view them at closer quarters. In the autumn we often hear the stags rutting; all year round hardy Exmoor Ponies can be seen on the moor and majestic buzzards wheeling above you.
The self catering apartment is situated in a beautiful part of the Exmoor National Park and is in an ideal location from which to explore the extraordinary beauty and variety of the Exmoor landscape. Become acquainted with the stunning coastline between Minehead and Combe Martin, where Exmoor dives steeply into the sea; the brooding, wild, open moorland areas of Dunkery Hill, Winsford Hill and Brendon Common; the beautiful and ancient oak woodlands at Cloutsham; the historic clapper bridge at Tarr Steps, and the packhorse bridges at Allerford and Dunster and of course the chocolate box villages of Dunster, Winsford, Allerford, Selworthy, Bossington and Oare.
Arrival and departure
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.
Indoor Description
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Outdoor Description
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Parking
Please park in front of the property.
Pets Description
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Restricted mobility
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Exit in case of emergency
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Christmas / New Year
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The region
Wootton Courtenay is a small, peaceful village nestled between the Dunkery and Grabbist hills within Exmoor National Park, just four miles from both Dunster and Porlock.
The village sits in a sheltered valley with a favourable microclimate, surrounded by some of the finest walking country in the South West. Dunkery Beacon, the highest point on Exmoor at 519 metres, rises to the south-west and can be reached on foot directly from the village. The name Wootton means 'settlement by the wood,' recorded as 'Otone' in the Domesday Book, with 'Courtenay' added in the 13th century when the Courtenay family became lords of the manor.
At the heart of the village is the community-owned Villagers' Store and Post Office, saved from closure in 1991 by local residents who formed a cooperative to purchase the freehold. The shop stocks essentials, local honey, walking maps, and tourist information. The Grade I listed Church of All Saints dates from the 13th century and features an unusual gabled bell tower. A well-maintained village hall, built in 2001, hosts events throughout the year.
For a wider range of amenities, the medieval village of Dunster is approximately 4 miles away and has pubs, restaurants, cafes, and independent shops beneath its striking castle. Porlock, also 4 miles away, offers three pubs, grocery shops, a traditional butcher, chemist, and hardware store. Minehead, the nearest town at 4 miles, has supermarkets, petrol stations, and high street banks.
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About the area
Minehead

What's nearby
- Exmoor National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
- Dunster Castle - 8 min drive - 7.1 km
- Minehead Beach - 13 min drive - 11.1 km
- Dunster Beach - 13 min drive - 9.7 km
- Porlock Weir Harbour - 17 min drive - 13.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Duke of Wellington (Wetherspoon) - 10 min drive
- McDonald's - 12 min drive
- Pancake Stand - 13 min drive
- Hotshots Sports Bar - 13 min drive
- Kiss Coffee - 10 min drive
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Mark C.
Relaxing short break ,clean and comfortable,good location for walking and to see the area
Mark C.
10/10 Excellent
Jane A.
We loved staying at Dunkery View. It's very comfortable, quiet and private and we liked the location
Jane A.
10/10 Excellent
Val J.
The warm welcome of the hosts, the quality of the bed linen, furniture, kitchen utensils was great
Val J.
10/10 Excellent
Caroline P.
Very peaceful and beautiful view lovely private patio.
Caroline P.
10/10 Excellent
Geoff B., Rainford, St. Helens
Great property
Geoff B.
10/10 Excellent
Adele D.
The cottage is in a beautiful quiet location with fab views from the windows and garden
Adele D.
10/10 Excellent
James K.
The location - being able to walk out from the property in several directions was a huge bonus- and
James K.
10/10 Excellent
mark r.
A delightful, peaceful location well located for local walks. The apartment was immaculate throughou
mark r.
10/10 Excellent
Robert S., Midlands
Great flat and excellent spot for walks. You can go out in any direction without the need to get in
Robert S.
8/10 Good
Elizabeth R.
Super views here and in an ideal spot. Just so beautiful. Flat was super clean and comfortable
Elizabeth R.
10/10 Excellent
Christine B.
The cottage is a very good place to come back to each day, especially so for us as we had a very wet
Christine B.
10/10 Excellent
We were warmly welcomed by the owners who were most helpful. The accommodation was very comfortable
10/10 Excellent
Sally K.
A most enjoyable week in a beautiful location. The cottage was clean and spacious and Karen and Keit
Sally K.
10/10 Excellent
Tina A.
Keith and Karen were very friendly and welcoming. The views from the accommodation windows were stun
Tina A.
10/10 Excellent
Janet D.
Spacious property, very clean and well appointed with everything you could need. Centrally located
Janet D.
10/10 Excellent
Mary B.
The property is well located for visiting this area of England. Karen and Keith make you very welco
Mary B.
10/10 Excellent
Bernard L.
A relaxing place to stay in a beautiful quiet location. The cottage has everything you need and plen
Bernard L.
10/10 Excellent
Stephen T.
A very comfortable property. Modern and well constructed with car parking and attentive hosts. Walki
Stephen T.
10/10 Excellent
YOLANDA G.
A beautiful cottage in a beautiful location. Everything was as described and the owners were on
YOLANDA G.
10/10 Excellent
Lesley T.
Beautifully warm, clean and comfortable - with fantastic views from every window. Lots to visit and
Lesley T.
10/10 Excellent
Anna F.
Dunkery View is in a superb location: perfect for walks from the front door. The accommodation was i
Anna F.
10/10 Excellent
John E.
A perfect break
John E.
10/10 Excellent
Michael S.
Excellent location in quiet village. Very clean and we were pleased that there is a strict no pets
Michael S.
10/10 Excellent
Barbara Anne C.
We used this area to meet up with friends. The narrow lanes were a bit of a nightmare but wonderful
Barbara Anne C.
About the host
Hosted by Chris
Wootton Courtenay is a small, peaceful village nestled between the Dunkery and Grabbist hills within Exmoor National Park, just four miles from both Dunster and Porlock.
The village sits in a sheltered valley with a favourable microclimate, surrounded by some of the finest walking country in the South West. Dunkery Beacon, the highest point on Exmoor at 519 metres, rises to the south-west and can be reached on foot directly from the village. The name Wootton means 'settlement by the wood,' recorded as 'Otone' in the Domesday Book, with 'Courtenay' added in the 13th century when the Courtenay family became lords of the manor.
At the heart of the village is the community-owned Villagers' Store and Post Office, saved from closure in 1991 by local residents who formed a cooperative to purchase the freehold. The shop stocks essentials, local honey, walking maps, and tourist information. The Grade I listed Church of All Saints dates from the 13th century and features an unusual gabled bell tower. A well-maintained village hall, built in 2001, hosts events throughout the year.
For a wider range of amenities, the medieval village of Dunster is approximately 4 miles away and has pubs, restaurants, cafes, and independent shops beneath its striking castle. Porlock, also 4 miles away, offers three pubs, grocery shops, a traditional butcher, chemist, and hardware store. Minehead, the nearest town at 4 miles, has supermarkets, petrol stations, and high street banks.




























