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✓Quirky cottage on multiple split-level floors with multiple staircases, resulting from combining two original barns
✓Easy access from main car park through a private 5-barred gate
✓Large on-site car park with guest unloading permitted
✓No smoking allowed anywhere on the property
✓Six bedrooms total: two double bedrooms, three twin bedrooms, and one single bedroom
✓Ground floor twin bedroom with two single (3ft) beds
✓First floor twin bedroom with two single (3ft) beds
✓First floor double bedroom with one double (4ft 6in) bed and ensuite cubicle shower and toilet
✓First floor twin bedroom with two single (3ft) beds and ensuite cubicle shower and toilet
✓One double bedroom with one double (4ft 6in) bed (location unspecified)
✓One single bedroom with one single (3ft) bed (location unspecified)
✓Four bathrooms total: one ground lower floor bathroom with bath and toilet
✓Separate ground lower floor toilet
✓Ensuite cubicle shower and toilet in bedroom 3 (double bedroom)
✓Ensuite cubicle shower and toilet in bedroom 4 (twin bedroom)
✓Shower room with cubicle shower and toilet at bedroom 6 level
✓Fully fitted open-plan kitchen and living area with oak flooring throughout
✓55" Sony Freeview TV in living area
✓Full sound system and Amazon Echo smart device in living area
✓Breakfast bar in kitchen area
✓Lovely views across The Avill Valley from window seats in living area
✓Separate dining room seating up to 14 people
✓Utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer
✓Kitchen appliances include electric oven, electric hob, microwave, fridge freezer, and dishwasher
✓Central heating and hot water supplied by wood chip biomass boiler
✓Electricity and WiFi included in rental
✓Bed linen and towels included
✓EV charging point available on site at cost
✓Enclosed sunny patio with built-in barbecue accessible via two doorways, overlooking fields and The Avill Valley
✓Garden or patio area available
✓Approximately 9 acres of site grounds including picnic areas
✓River on site where guests may spot brown trout
✓Shared indoor heated swimming pool (11m x 5m, approx. 1.2m depth) with Jacuzzi section and changing facilities, heated by biomass boiler
✓Shared spa bath with changing and shower facilities
✓Shared external games room with table tennis, pool table, table football, mini trampoline, 3-seater sofa and two armchairs
✓Shared hard tennis court with turn-up-and-play system; racquets and balls available to borrow
✓Shared children's play area featuring a 2-storey Gate Lodge playhouse with swings, slide, fireman’s pole, assault course, and nearby adult seating (table and bench)
✓Shared large trampoline with protective barrier netting
✓Shared play paddock with football net and space for cricket, badminton, and kite flying; dogs must be kept on lead in this area
✓On-site ponies including Shetland ponies (Zag and Zebedee) and other ponies (Dixie, Ziggy, Zippy) usually grazing in pony and other fields
✓Property is coastal and within 5 miles of the coast with fishing opportunities nearby
✓Cot and highchair available on request
✓Check-in after 15:00 and check-out before 10:00
✓Pets allowed, maximum 2 dogs, with additional charges applicable
✓Property managed by Duddings Country Cottages

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Local Insights: Selworthy

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Minehead, Somerset

Weather & Local Conditions

17°C

Overcast

Updated: 14 Jul 2026, 3:00am

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16.60°C

Temperature

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16 km/h

Wind Speed

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86%

Humidity

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Packing Tip: UK weather can turn quickly, so pack layers whatever the forecast. A waterproof and sturdy shoes mean the whole group can head out whatever July throws at you.

What to Expect Through the Year

✓ May - September: Warmest, longest days - ideal for long days out, gardens and BBQs
✓ October - November: Crisp autumn colour, cosy evenings by the fire, quieter attractions
✓ December - February: Perfect for a snug winter escape - great for Christmas and New Year gatherings
✓ March - April: Spring blooms, longer evenings returning, wildlife becoming active

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Rainy Day Tip: A pet friendly cottage comes into its own on wet days - board games, a long lunch and a film beats a cramped hotel any day. Check the tabs here for nearby pubs and attractions with indoor options.

Dark Skies & Stargazing

Selworthy sits in a location with genuinely dark skies - a real treat for a group, and something you rarely get at home in town.

Bortle Scale Rating

The Bortle scale measures night sky darkness from 1 (darkest) to 9 (brightest urban):

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Class 4 - Rural/suburban transition

This location's dark sky rating

What You Can See From the Cottage

The Milky Way is visible overhead, though light domes may be visible on the horizon towards larger towns.

The Milky Way is visible on clear, moonless nights.

Best Stargazing Conditions

✓ New Moon periods: Darkest skies, best Milky Way visibility
✓ Winter months: Earlier darkness, crisper skies, Orion constellation prominent
✓ After 11pm: Neighbouring lights typically switched off
✓ Allow 20 minutes: Let your eyes adjust to darkness before looking up

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Pro Tip: Download a stargazing app like "Sky Map" or "Star Walk" before arrival. Mobile signal can be limited, and these apps work offline - a fun activity to share of an evening.

Location & Elevation

63m

(207 feet above sea level)

Selworthy sits in a peaceful Somerset setting - space to spread out and the perfect base for a pet friendly escape.

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63m

Elevation

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Minehead

Nearest Village

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Rural

Setting

What the Elevation Means for Your Stay

✓ Fresher air: Expect it a touch cooler than coastal areas - bracing walks and restful sleep
✓ Clearer air: Less pollution and haze, better views and stargazing
✓ Morning mists: Valley fog sometimes forms below, creating magical sunrise views
✓ Walking access: Higher starting point means shorter climbs to hilltops and summits

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Driving Note: The roads to Minehead are typical Somerset lanes - narrow in places with passing spots. If the group is arriving in several cars, share the postcode and a meeting point in advance.

Coordinates

Latitude: 51.1739420° N | Longitude: 3.489581° W

Sunrise & Sunset Times

Today's sun times for Minehead (Tuesday, 14 July 2026):

4:13am

Sunrise

7:26pm

Golden Hour

8:26pm

Sunset

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4:13am

Sunrise

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8:26pm

Sunset

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7:26pm

Golden Hour

Planning Your Days by Season

✓ Summer (Jun-Aug): Sunset around 9:30-10pm - long days for group walks, days out and late alfresco dinners
✓ Autumn (Sep-Nov): Sunset 5-7pm - perfect timing for an after-dinner drink as the stars come out
✓ Winter (Dec-Feb): Sunset around 4pm - cosy early evenings by the fire, ideal for stargazing
✓ Spring (Mar-May): Sunset 6-9pm - watch the evenings grow longer each day

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Golden Hour: For the best light, plan your group photo or evening walk around golden hour (7:26pm). The warm colours make for lovely holiday photos before you head back in for dinner.

July Daylight

This month in Minehead, you have approximately 16.23 hours of daylight. The long summer days mean plenty of time for group adventures before a relaxed evening back at the cottage.

Practical Essentials

Everything the group needs to know before you arrive at Selworthy.

Mobile Phone Signal

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Signal Strength

Good

Mobile signal is generally good in this area across most networks.

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Signal Tip: All major networks should work well here.

Nearest Essentials

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Arrival Tip: Fill up with fuel before you arrive - petrol stations can be sparse in rural Somerset. With a larger group it's worth doing one big supermarket shop on the way, especially if arriving late.

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Selworthy, Minehead

About Selworthy

Need To Know

More Pet Friendly Cottages You May Like

Weather & Local Conditions

What to Expect Through the Year

Dark Skies & Stargazing

Bortle Scale Rating

What You Can See From the Cottage

Best Stargazing Conditions

Location & Elevation

What the Elevation Means for Your Stay

Coordinates

Sunrise & Sunset Times

Planning Your Days by Season

July Daylight

Practical Essentials

Mobile Phone Signal

Nearest Essentials

Family & Fun

What Guests Love

Getting To Selworthy

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Is Selworthy Right For Your Group

For Families

Groups Will Love...

Pet Friendly

Dining & Cafes

Frequently Asked Questions

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