Ale & Roses

Ale & Roses: Somerset

Once the village pub, this charming cottage still retains the features of an old watering hole – most notably, the bar in the cosy snug and a private garden ideal for a cold one in the sun. On chilly evenings, the wood burner in the old hearth is the perfect tonic for the cold. For those working remotely, there’s a desk in the snug (formerly “behind the bar”) and the full kitchen has you covered for self-catering. In the tiny hamlet of Holywell Lake, there’s a local pub nearby, while walks in the Blackdown Hills AONB and Exmoor National Park are a short drive away.

Home truths:
*Both bedrooms are upstairs, so this place may not suit those with limited mobility.
*One bedroom can be arranged as a twin room on request.
*For those working remotely, there is a laptop-friendly desk in the snug attached to the living room.
*Your host can provide a cot, high chair and stair gates for infants on request. You'll need to bring your own linen for the cot.
*The linen is feather bedding. Those with allergies can request non-feather bedding in advance.
*In a remote location, having a car is recommended. There is off-street parking for up to two cars with this home.