Dunkery Beacon Country House, located in Wootton Courtenay, is a charming country hotel nestled in the heart of Exmoor National Park. The establishment, known for its quaint charm and high-end comforts, offers guests a truly unique countryside experience. The rooms, tastefully decorated to reflect the rural ambience, are fully equipped with modern amenities, including complimentary Wi-Fi, en-suite bathrooms, and tea and coffee facilities. The hotel's gourmet restaurant, celebrated for its use of locally sourced ingredients, adds to the overall appeal, offering guests an exceptional dining experience.
The hotel is strategically positioned within the gorgeous Exmoor National Park, presenting a host of local attractions to its guests. This includes the Dunkery Beacon, the highest point in Exmoor, providing an ideal opportunity for hiking and panoramic views of the surrounding moorland. The ancient woodland of Horner Wood and Tarr Steps, a prehistoric clapper bridge, are also within easy reach, allowing guests to delve into the region's natural history.
The hotel's location also offers a great base for guests to explore the broader region. The coastal towns of Minehead and Porlock are a short drive away, offering beautiful beaches, historic sites, and charming local shops. With its comfortable rooms, exceptional dining, and proximity to Exmoor's best attractions, Dunkery Beacon Country House provides a delightful retreat for those seeking a tranquil getaway amidst nature.
In addition to the facilities mentioned below, the following are free services
Free parking is available
Free Wifi or Broadband is available
This property is at an elevation of approximately 431 feet / 131.3 metres above sea level
Beaches near this Country house , distance in miles.
Minehead Beach
Near Minehead - a sandy composition 3.0m away.a sandy beach closer to the end of the shopping high street and the mWest Somerset Railway terminus
Minehead The Strand Beach
Near Minehead - a sandy composition 3.4m away.Effectively an extension east of Minehead beach and closer to the Butlins holiday complex
Madbrain Sands
Near Minehead - a sandy composition 3.7m away.The Easterly the beaches and Minehead, a large expanse of sandy beach
Dunster North West Beach
Near Minehead - a sandy shingle and pebble composition 4.0m away.The close of two Dunster beaches to Minehead, Close to Warren Point and backed by a golf course and close to Butlins Holiday Camp.this Beach is northerly facing into the Bristol Channel with distant views of South Wales o a good day. A popular walkers beach with a pebble head to the beach
Dunster South East Beach
Near Minehead - a sandy shingle and muddy composition 4.0m away.One of two Dunster beaches (North and South) this particular beach is the furthest from Minehaed towards Blue Anchor Bay with a nature reserve behind the beach , The Hawn. The beach has a mixture of sand, shingle and it starts to get muddy to the eastern end of the beach .
Facilities at the accommodation Adults Only Ensuite or Private Bathroom Shower or Bath Family Rooms Tea / Coffee making facilities Breakfast available Special Diet Options Car Parking onsite / close by TV in Room Digital TV Channels Open All Year Free Wifi Internet Garden Terrace Outside Seating 24-Hour Front Desk Luggage Storage
Facilities Nearby Beach or Coast Nearby Bar / Pub Restaurant/s Horse Riding/Pony Fishing Walking Country Cycling Country
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Distances are direct straight line in miles
International Airports
Cardiff Airport Rhoose Vale of Glamorgan CF62 3BD 17.1 miles
Exeter Airport Clyst Honiton Devon EX5 2BD 31.5 miles
Local Airports
Cardiff Heliport Cardiff Cardiff CF10 4LZ 26.0 miles
Eaglescott Airfield Great Torrington Devon EX37 9LH 26.6 miles
Designated a Grade II listed building and ancient monument, this 15th century stone cross (minus the cross) , originally in the village centre, it was later moved to a new position just outside villge
The gardens surround the castle, with heavy planting and pleasant walks, some down to the river Avill which runs though the gardens crossed by stone bridges
A restored 18th-century working watermill on the River Avill producing ground flour which can also be pourchased in the nearby shop, there are also tearooms nearby
The harbour is located a short walk to the west of the town centre , with a selection of leisure craft and charter services there is also fishing from the harbour and charter boat services for deep sea fishing
3.1m / 5km - - 46min
Dunster Museum & Doll Collection - TA24 6SF Stay near here. SS 99148 43792 = selects.mediate.newer
A museum charting the history in the local area plus a large doll collection from all over the world located in Dunster close to Minehead
The Minehead Beach is 3.0 miles from this Country house. We also list other beaches within 5 miles with descriptions
Is this Country house located in a recognised scenic area?
Yes this Country house lies within or on the border of the Exmoor National Park
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