Somerset Holiday Cottages
Set off on an adventure to the gorgeous Somerset, a vibrant green county filled with Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, for a holiday everyone can enjoy. Take time to stop and admire the beautiful views during your walk: the range of landscapes from Exmoor National Park, the Quantocks, Mendips and Blackdown Hills, to the Somerset Levels; it is impossible to get bored of the outlook. Our exclusive collection of Somerset holiday cottages are as special as the location, from historic cottages that allow dogs to beautiful farmhouses with hot tubs and glamping in Somerset.Read more
About Somerset
Somerset staycations are so easy to travel to, yet you can still feel a million miles away from your everyday. Somerset cossets you into the West Country from the lowlands of Sedgemoor, through the Quantocks and on to its tussle with Devon over Exmoor in the north. It may be famous for cider, cheese and flat level lands but this little county also has lots of hills to climb and its own coastline with Somerset cottages near the beach at Bridgwater Bay and other seaside towns such as Porlock Weir, Minehead, Dunster, not forgetting Watchet and Burnham-on-sea, all the way up to Weston-super-Mare.
The pretty village of Porlock is a popular base for walkers exploring the trails that criss-cross Somerset's moorland and coast, where you can start your day by the sea and end up in the depths of Exmoor, surveying the scene from a tor top. Nearby, Medieval Dunster draws those looking to soak up some Somerset culture and history.
From Withypool on Exmoor, across as far as Frome, there are holiday cottages in Somerset with views of rolling hills, flat expanses of greenery, panoramas of farming, cider and cheese among the Blackdown Hills, Mendip Hills and Quantock Hills. Don't forget to pay a visit to the world-famous Glastonbury for plenty of history and heritage, quirky independent shops and a walk up to Glastonbury Tor! Nearby is the beautiful city of Wells, with its pretty cathedral and local markets. Spend some time discovering the lesser known villages around Somerset, perfect for an afternoon of exploring, such as Wedmore and Axbridge, close to the Mendip Hills.
Holidays in Somerset
If you bring children on holiday in Somerset, a cottage with pool will be high on the agenda, with little ones rarely tiring of the chance to splash around over the summer. But you might not need it if you find a cottage near the beach, for endless days of memories bring made along the shores of the Bristol Channel. This option is great if you’re looking for a dog-friendly cottage too, with welcoming cottages in Somerset that allow dogs near the coastpath for sandy paw walks and in National Parks for mountainous treks over hill and vale.
If you’re looking for a little luxury on your holiday, whether it’s just the two of you or friends and family too, cottages in Somerset with hot tubs let you indulge in rest and relaxation day and night – a glass of bubbles is recommended while you’re sitting in the bubbles! And if you haven’t experienced a hot tub in the winter rain, it’s exhilarating…
Things to do in Somerset
Self catering holidays in Somerset let you stock up on the county’s famous cheeses (Cheddar!), apples and cider for picnicking on the Somerset Levels. There’s fresh produce on every corner, with village shops sourcing straight from the farms and town delis sourcing the best things to eat from across the county. There are also two cities in this very rural county, Bath and Wells, and a few small towns for shopping. Delight in the unexpected with visits to the little independent boutiques and take home one-off reminders. There are plenty of gorgeous gardens to discover in Somerset, including Hestercombe, Greencombe, East Lambrook Manor and many others.
For the more active, go from the experience of extensive networks of caves running under Cheddar and Ebbor Gorge to the other extreme of Dunkery Beacon, Somerset’s highest point. Pot-holing is a bit of an extreme sport and not everybody’s cup of tea, but a trip up a hill can be a gentle afternoon stroll or a mad race to the top on a mountain bike or horseback. Exploring the county on a horse is a great way to get a new perspective and go further than you might usually, so choose a cottage with livery for your own equine adventures, or look up one of the many riding schools in Somerset.
We have 54 luxury self catering cottages in Somerset
7 nights from £437
Horseshoe Cottage
48482 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Wellington, Somerset.
Situated on the corner of the owners' working dairy farm, this countryside retreat is a great spot for your Somerset holiday. Recently renovated, this cottage offers all the mod-co...
7 nights from £437
From £100 per night
Dulcie
48091 bedroom self catering wagon near Bridgwater, Somerset.
Dulcie is a sweet vardo, Burton gypsy caravan nestled in a quiet corner of the owners' working farm in the stunning setting of Somerset's Quantock Hills - a 9,500 acre Area of Outs...
From £100 per night
7 nights from £590
Collie
48021 bedroom, dog friendly shepherds hut near Glastonbury, Somerset.
Collie is a gorgeous little hut in Somerset, nestled in a corner of the owners' working farm and just a short drive from legendary Glastonbury, famous for its Tor, mythical history...
7 nights from £590
7 nights from £667
The Apple Press
47443 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Lyme Regis, Somerset.
Just ten miles north of Lyme Regis, the 'Pearl of Dorset', situated in gentle Somerset countryside is The Apple Press, a fabulously converted single storey farm building. The o...
7 nights from £667
Need more time? Reserve any cottage for up to 24 hours before booking.
24hr no commitment reservations
You can reserve your holiday dates on your favourite cottage for up to 24 hours. You might need to check with other guests in your party or simply consider whether this cottage is right for your holiday, either way we’re happy to give you the time to step away and mull over your options before paying a penny.
We’ll send you a reminder to see if you want it or not so you won’t lose out. Take time to think it over, you don’t have to rush your decision. Have a cup of tea and when you’re ready, hit the button to book your holiday and start looking forward to it.
Wreath Farm
7 nights from £1109
7 nights from £739 *
Holywell House
47474 bedroom. rural cottage near Wellington Somerset.
If you are looking for a truly special place to enjoy a holiday with all the family then look no further than Holywell House. Constructed in 2017, this fabulous house offers all th...
7 nights from £739 *
7 nights from £626
Frogwell Cottage
47143 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Dulverton, Somerset.
Picture yourself on holiday with a glass of bubbly in hand, surrounded by nothing but fields and countryside, under the spectacle of Exmoor National Park International Dark Sky Res...
7 nights from £626
7 nights from £510
The Stables
46122 bedroom, dog friendly, rural cottage near Taunton, Somerset.
Rolling Somerset hills, a tranquil setting and a beautiful holiday cottage - what more could you ask for? Nestled close to the Quantock Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Th...
7 nights from £510
7 nights from £444
Meadow View
46132 bedroom, dog friendly, rural cottage near Taunton, Somerset.
A modern and welcoming cottage, in a dreamy setting is waiting for you… nestled close to the Quantock Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Meadow View is one of two cottages t...
7 nights from £444
7 nights from £1520
Middle Dean Farmhouse
45895 bedroom, dog friendly holiday home near Combe Martin, North Devon.
A stylish detached stone farmhouse nestled in a peaceful hamlet, Middle Dean Farmhouse is the perfect home for a family holiday. With easy access to the delights of the coast and E...
7 nights from £1520
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The ‘Explore Nearby’ tab on our cottage pages show what’s nearby along with relevant articles from our holiday guides from Notes and Stories, where you’ll find hand-written experiences of outings across the South and West, from dog-friendly pubs on the Isle of Wight to free things to do in south Devon and everything in between.