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Located in Dunster, The Olde House B&B sits amidst a wealth of history and character. The village is famous for Dunster Castle, a former motte and bailey castle that has been transformed into a stunning country house, offering panoramic views over Exmoor National Park and the Bristol Channel. Being on High Street, guests are within walking distance to an array of quaint shops, traditional pubs, and cosy cafes, along with historical attractions such as the iconic Yarn Market.
The location of The Olde House B&B makes it a great base for guests to explore the wider region. The spectacular landscapes of Exmoor National Park are just a short distance away, providing plenty of opportunities for walking, cycling, and wildlife spotting. Other nearby attractions include the West Somerset Railway, a heritage steam railway that offers picturesque rides through the countryside, and the Quantock Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. With its combination of comfortable accommodation, mouth-watering breakfasts, and a central location, The Olde House B&B provides a fantastic option for visitors looking to delve into the rich history and natural beauty of Dunster and the surrounding areas.
This property is at an elevation of approximately 131 feet / 40 metres above sea level
Dunster North West Beach
Near Minehead - a sandy shingle and pebble composition 1.1 miles 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 1.1 miles 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 .
Minehead The Strand Beach
Near Minehead - a sandy composition 1.8 miles away. Effectively an extension east of Minehead beach and closer to the Butlins holiday complex
Madbrain Sands
Near Minehead - a sandy composition 1.9 miles away. The Easterly the beaches and Minehead, a large expanse of sandy beach
Minehead Beach
Near Minehead - a sandy composition 2 miles away. a sandy beach closer to the end of the shopping high street and the mWest Somerset Railway terminus
Facilities at the accommodation
Ensuite or Private Bathroom
Shower or Bath
Family Rooms
Tea / Coffee making facilities
Restaurant / Meal Options
Breakfast available
Special Diet Options
Car Parking onsite / close by
TV in Room
Digital TV Channels
Children Welcome
Open All Year
Free Wifi Internet
Garden
Ensuite or Private Bathroom
Shower or Bath
Family Rooms
Tea / Coffee making facilities
Restaurant / Meal Options
Breakfast available
Special Diet Options
Car Parking onsite / close by
TV in Room
Digital TV Channels
Children Welcome
Open All Year
Free Wifi Internet
Garden
Facilities Nearby
Beach or Coast Nearby
Entertainment
Bar / Pub
Restaurant/s
Fishing
Golf
Walking Country
Beach or Coast Nearby
Entertainment
Bar / Pub
Restaurant/s
Fishing
Golf
Walking Country
Hotel Travel & Directions Hub
International Airports
Local Airports
Westonzoyland Airfield Westonzoyland Somerset
TA7 0LZ
23.4 miles Cardiff Heliport
Cardiff Cardiff
CF10 4LZ
23.7 miles
Motorways
M5 Junction 27 Tiverton, Barnstaple
18.8 miles M5 Junction 26
Wellington
19.3 miles M5 Junction 23
Glastonbury, Wells,Bridgewater
20.1 miles
Railway Stations
Rhoose Cardiff International A station code = RIA
CF62 3DB
14.3 miles Llantwit Major
station code = LWM
CF61 2XD
15.8 miles
Ferry Ports
Hotels near The Olde House Bed and breakfast Dunster
= Within walking distance (minutes) = National Grid Reference = What 3 Words.
Dunster Museum & Doll Collection -
TA24 6SF
SS 99148 43792
= selects.mediate.newer Hotels nearby. 1 minutes walk
TA24 6SF
SS 99148 43792
= selects.mediate.newer Hotels nearby.
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
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Dunster Castle Gardens -
TA24 6SW
SS 98969 43403
= initiated.debating.teams Hotels nearby. 4 minutes walk
TA24 6SW
SS 98969 43403
= initiated.debating.teams Hotels nearby.
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
0.2m / 0.3km -
Dunster Yarn Market -
TA24 6SF
SS 99151 43815
= dude.storybook.judges Hotels nearby.
0m / 0km - 1 minutes walk
TA24 6SF
SS 99151 43815
= dude.storybook.judges Hotels nearby.
This Grade I listed building and scheduled monument under thje care of English Heritage and managed by the National Trust is an Octaganal timber building in the centre of the village. this monument to the yarn industry hosts farmers from Exmoor on Sundays over the summer months with displays and demonstrations
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Dunster Working Watermill -
TA24 6SW
SS 99097 43338
= hurtles.pads.plugged Hotels nearby. 4 minutes walk
TA24 6SW
SS 99097 43338
= hurtles.pads.plugged Hotels nearby.
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
0.3m / 0.5km -
Dunster National Park Centre -
TA24 6SE
SS 99239 43886
= mingles.producers.fracture Hotels nearby. 2 minutes walk
TA24 6SE
SS 99239 43886
= mingles.producers.fracture Hotels nearby.
A great place to go to find out about the Exmoor National Park, places to see and local attractions, with an exhibition room
0.1m / 0.2km -
Dunster Gallox Bridge -
TA24 6SR
SS 98963 43235
= axed.funky.shuffles Hotels nearby.
0.3m / 0.5km - 5 minutes walk
TA24 6SR
SS 98963 43235
= axed.funky.shuffles Hotels nearby.
A 15th-century stone bridge over the River Avill protected by English Heritage, a pleasant walk from the village centre of Dunster
0.3m / 0.5km -
Dunster Castle -
TA24 6SL
SS 99178 43472
= caused.opposing.hiring Hotels nearby. 2 minutes walk
TA24 6SL
SS 99178 43472
= caused.opposing.hiring Hotels nearby.
The castle, operated by the National Trust is located high up on a Tor above the village of Dunster. A former motte and bailey castle was was later converted to a country mansion though it still retains its castle appearance
0.2m / 0.3km -
Minehead and West Somerset Golf Club -
TA24 5SJ
SS 98417 46442
= cheaper.guideline.isolated Hotels nearby. 26 minutes walk
TA24 5SJ
SS 98417 46442
= cheaper.guideline.isolated Hotels nearby.
An 18 hole links and parkland course, bordering the beach at Minehead, a little west of the town centre.
1.7m / 2.7km -
Dunster Butter Cross -
TA24 6RT
SS 98816 43874
= rejects.durations.recent Hotels nearby.
0.2m / 0.3km - 3 minutes walk
TA24 6RT
SS 98816 43874
= rejects.durations.recent Hotels nearby.
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
0.2m / 0.3km -
Blue Anchor Train Station -
TA24 6LG
ST 02139 43445
= young.hairstyle.will Hotels nearby. 28 minutes walk
TA24 6LG
ST 02139 43445
= young.hairstyle.will Hotels nearby.
Part of the West Somerset heritage railway, with a traditional level crossing and a period Signal box close to the station and road crossing
1.9m / 3.1km - View more hotels nearby with distances
Luttrell Arms - Dunster - 0.01
Yarn Market Hotel - Dunster - 0.05
Dunster Castle Hotel - Minehead - 0.08
Exmoor House - Dunster - 0.20
Millstream Cottage B & B - Dunster - 0.22
Dunster Mill House - Dunster - 0.25
YHA Minehead - Minehead - 1.19
Premier Inn Minehead - Minehead - 1.30
Glendower House - Minehead - 1.83
Tranmere House - Minehead - 1.84
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Frequently Asked Questions.
What is the nearest beach to this Bed and breakfast?
The Minehead Beach is 2 miles from this Bed and breakfast. We also list other beaches within 5 miles with descriptions