The Old Inn, near Wheddon Cross

The Old Inn, near Wheddon Cross: Somerset

Looking for a charming and characterful cottage to stay in during your next trip to Exmoor? Look no further than The Old Inn in Luckwell Bridge, near Wheddon Cross. Dating back to 1763, this period cottage was once a small local inn and retains many of its original features such as wooden beams, a large inglenook fireplace, and heavy studded front door.

The Old Inn can accommodate up to 5 guests in three cozy bedrooms, including one king-size bed (5'), one double bed (4'6"), and one single bed. Relax in the comfortable sitting room with a beamed ceiling and wood burner, or soak in the bathroom's bath with shower over, hand basin, and toilet. Bed linen and towels are provided, and guests have access to wifi, electricity, and heating. Dogs are welcome (maximum of 2) and off-road parking and cycle storage are available.

Enjoy the private garden with a picnic bench bordered by a stream just across the road. Local amenities can be found in Wheddon Cross and Exford, both close by. Please note that The Old Inn has some endearing features, including beamed ceilings and some doorways of limited height.

To book your stay at The Old Inn, a security deposit of £100 is required, which will be refunded after your stay unless the owner discovers damage to the property or its contents after your departure. Check-in is from 3.00 pm, and check-out is by 10.00 am. Don't miss the chance to experience the charm and history of this unique property on your next trip to Exmoor.

Facilities
The Old Inn sleeps up to 5 guests and briefly comprises:

The front door opens into a porch area, ideal for boots and coats, and then into small downstairs hall, with the kitchen to the left and sitting room to the right.
The kitchen is equipped a range cooker with electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, dining table with seating for 4 and a window seat.
A range of cookware, crockery and glasses is provided.
Sitting room has a large inglenook fireplace with wood-burner. The TV has Freeview, there is also DVD player, WiFi, plus a selection of books, games and DVDs.

Upstairs to the first floor:
Three bedrooms; one king-size double bed (5'); one standard double bed (4'6") and one single bedroom
Family bathroom with shower over the bath, toilet and hand basin.

Oil-fired central heating and electricity is included in the price of the accommodation, the heating can be adjusted to suit your preferences. An initial supply of logs are provided for the wood-burner to get you started.

Bed linen and towels are provided. Please bring your beach towels if you wish to take towels with you on day trips.

Up to 2 well behaved dog/s are welcome. Please do not allow your dogs on the furniture or leave them alone in the property at any time.

Location
The hamlet of Luckwell Bridge straddles the B3224, located between the popular Exmoor village of Wheddon Cross and Exford, in the heart of Exmoor National Park.

Exmoor is a country-lovers delight, with numerous options for walking, riding, fishing and cycling all within easy reach from the property.

The Old Inn is just over one mile from Wheddon Cross - the highest village on Exmoor. Here you will find a well-stocked mini-supermarket, Post Office facilities and petrol station with good opening times. The Rest & Be Thankful Inn is the village pub in Wheddon Cross which serves food and is child and dog friendly.

Exford is approx 2 miles (in the other direction), there is a village shop and Post Office and two pubs which also serve food.

Minehead is the main town in West Somerset, approximately 10 miles from The Old Inn, and here you will find larger supermarkets (Tesco and Morrison's are both situated on the outskirts of the town and have long opening hours and petrol stations), there are also some high street banks with cash machines, plus a range of other shops, restaurants and cafes and throughout the town.

Within Exmoor National Park, the popular attractions of Dunster Castle, Porlock Weir, Dulverton, Lynton and Lynmouth are all nearby for day trips.