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✓Thatched chocolate box cottage with preserved historical features and thick stone walls
✓Gas central heating throughout the property
✓Electricity and WiFi included in the rental price
✓Large farmhouse kitchen and dining room with electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge, dishwasher, and coffee machine
✓Utility room equipped with fridge/freezer, washing machine, and tumble dryer
✓Living room with 50" TV, Sky and Netflix services, Blu-ray player, and a fireplace housing a large wood burner with initial logs provided
✓Four bedrooms: 1) Four-poster kingsize (5ft) with ensuite cubicle shower and toilet, 1 step access; 2) Double (4ft 6in) in original shop room, adjacent ground floor shower room with cubicle shower and toilet; 3) Twin bedroom with 2 single (3ft) beds and ensuite cubicle shower and toilet on first floor; 4) Kingsize (5ft) with ensuite roll top bath and toilet on first floor
✓Private enclosed large lawned garden with terrace, patio with garden furniture for al fresco dining, summer house, and 7 steps leading to the patio
✓Private hot tub in garden/patio area with capacity for 6-7 people, available from 8am to 10pm
✓On-site parking for 2 cars plus additional on-road parking 50 yards away
✓Child and baby friendly with 2 travel cots, highchair, and stairgate provided
✓Pets allowed, maximum 2 dogs, with charges applying
✓No smoking allowed anywhere on the property
✓BBQs are not permitted in the garden or grounds due to neighbouring thatched properties
✓No hen or stag parties allowed; bookings restricted to couples, families, and holidaymakers only
✓Security deposit of £250 required
✓Check-in from 16:00 and check-out before 10:00
✓High-quality furnishings and décor throughout, including Hypnos or hotel-standard mattresses and high-quality bedding
✓Living room features exposed beams, curving staircase, leaded-light window seats, and thick stone walls
✓Guests receive a welcome pack and doggy extras on arrival
✓Owner’s walking book provided with numerous local walk suggestions and places to visit
✓Close proximity to Minehead town centre, sandy beach (within 1 mile), shops, pubs, restaurants (800 yards), and Minehead train station (within 1 mile) with West Somerset Vintage Railway nearby
✓Nearby attractions include South West Coastal Path, Exmoor moorland countryside, Lynmouth, Lynton (Watersmeet Gorge, Valley of Rocks, funicular cliff railway), Dunster Castle with terraced gardens, deer park, working watermill, Porlock village, and Weir

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Local Insights: The Old Sweet Shop

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Minehead, Somerset

Weather & Local Conditions

17°C

Overcast

Updated: 14 Jul 2026, 3:00am

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16.90°C

Temperature

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18 km/h

Wind Speed

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84%

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

The Old Sweet Shop 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

56m

(184 feet above sea level)

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

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56m

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: 51.2103350° N | Longitude: 3.481234° W

Sunrise & Sunset Times

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

4:12am

Sunrise

7:26pm

Golden Hour

8:26pm

Sunset

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4:12am

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 The Old Sweet Shop.

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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About The Old Sweet Shop

Need To Know

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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 The Old Sweet Shop

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Is The Old Sweet Shop Right For Your Group

For Families

Groups Will Love...

Pet Friendly

Dining & Cafes

Frequently Asked Questions

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