We have been awarded 4 stars from Enjoy England for Self Catering Accommodation

A selection from our Guest Book:

"We have had the most fantastic Xmas. Gorgeous cottage, stunning location"
Emma & Nick,

"Wonderfully cosy and beautifully decorated cottage. An ideal base for exploring the countryside."
Lisa & Dom.

"A truly spectacular cottage in an amazing setting. Thank you for such a wonderful holiday and for all your help while we stayed in your cottage."
Ann & Paul with Emmy & Martha their lurchers.

"A lovely cottage to relax in situated in an idyllic area - great walking, villages, pubs & people. Thanks"
Anna & Teal

The Competition draw will be made very soon. Thank you for all your entries.

Coleridge Cottage Guest Comments Book

Below is a copy of the comments from Coleridge Cottage. Wordsworth comments are on their own page.

We have not edited any of them, which you can check when you come and stay. So don't just believe us about how lovely the cottages are and how stunning the scenery is. Let our guests tell you themselves:

Coleridge Cottage Guest Comments:

April-11	Angie & Danny with Merlot & Sprocket their dogs. London	Our second visit in less than a year and yet again blessed with stunning weather, good walks and brilliant hospitality. Hope to see you soon!
April-11	Tina & Brian, Crawley	Thank you for the chocolate cake on arrival, very yummy! We came to walk the Coleridge Way after seeing it on Countryfile. We were lucky enough to find this cottage, which is lovely and peaceful and you can get onto the Coleridge Way from it. We have enjoyed some lovely evening walks from the cottage. we have seen deer down near the incline. Thank you for a lovely weeks holiday and for helping us with a lift.
April-11	Stephanie & Simon (& Beth the dog) Suffolk.	After a 7am start the weather has been fantastic. (why did we bring so many jumpers?) Beth enjoyed playing with the dogs and barking at everyone!
Mar-11	Paul & Chrissie, Tunbridge Wells	Our second visit. Perfect as before - a home from home! Favourite walks - Watersmeet from Lynmouth & Salworthy beacon from Bossington. Both in Pathfinders book.
Mar-11	Andrea & Simon (and Emily their Baby. Cheshire	Our second visit - excellent accommodation & location. We bought our parents who stayed in Wordsworth cottage.
Mar-11	Rae & Emma, Yeovil	Wonderful walking holiday - stunning views. Very comfortable cottage. Would recommend small cafe in Porlock called Home Cook Life and Country Cake Visitors Centre.
Mar-11	Helen & Simon, Devon	Thank you again for a lovely stay! We hope to come back for more relaxation later in the year.
Feb-11	Jo & David & Bob the dog from Solihull	Absolutely Fab. Can't fault anything. Had a great few days enjoying the views & quiet and lovely walks.
Feb-11	Emma, Ben & Freddie, Taunton	Lovely comfy and cosy cottage. Stunning views & yummy cake & eggs. Had a fab time.
Feb-11	Matthew & Penny with Marlowe & Bump their dogs all from Tunbridge Wells	Cosy cottage, wonderful walks and perfect pubs! Walk no.19 in book from Exford fantastic. Superb food at the stag, Dunster. See you in the summer.
Feb-11	Caroline & Ed, London	Lovely cottage. We had some amazing walks & dinners here! We'd certainly recommend the Royal Oak in Luxborough & walking up Dunkery Beacon.
New Year 2011	Chris & Ro with Taylor (dog) East Sussex	Another fabulous stay. Wonderful welcome - can't wait to return. Many thanks.
Dec-10	Bel, Mike with Georgie & Brittany. Wimbledon	Lilliputian Luxury! Thank you for a most warming stay in gorgeous cosy cottages. Loved the chocolate cake and Xmas mugs on our arrival. Fabulous walks and general snuggling up. Happy New Year. We would love to come back X X X
Dec-10	Steve & Penny with Fyn (dog). Woking.	We had a wonderful Christmas here. Warm, cosy, comfy cottage. Plenty of snow fresh eggs, cake. It was great. Thank you.
Dec-10	Chrissie & Paul, Kent	A marvellous few days. Very friendly welcome and of course great cake! We have explored much of the area and will be back to do more walking. Beautiful & cosy cottage, fabulous setting. Thank you - we will return.
Dec-10	Darryn, Carla & Bali (dog), West Sussex	Lovely welcome -choc cake - our favourite. Thank you. Beautiful, cosy cottage - love the woodburner & under floor heating. Amazing walks, views and local food. Will definitely be back and recommend. Thank you very much. (We will miss Raffeki).
Nov-10	Lisa & Dan, with William & Archie (dogs) Bishops Stortford	Think we have found our "special place"! Second time around didn't dissapoint. Certainly going to miss waking up to those views. Thank you so much, hope to see you next year.
Nov-10	Jeremy & Liz, (with Toby dog who loved your dogs especially Ruby). Salcombe	Thoroughly enjoyable few days in your superb cottage. Wonderful walks, excellent pubs - especially Royal Oak, Luxborough and luxurious accommodation. Thank you for a warm welcome. Would love to return.
Nov-10	Linda & Mack, Sutton Coldfield	We had a wonderful time. We have never been able to bring our dogs on holiday before and they loved it - especially the log burner! They curled up in front of it each night! Also the pubs around were excellent allowing us to take them inside. Pubs had lovely food and quaint country atmosphere - loved it. We will definitely all return. Charlie and Jack want to come a see Ruby again and do a TV ad with your Jack Russel with many names (Raffiki).
Nov-10	Helen & Simon, Devon	We don't want to leave. We've had a very cosy and lazy weekend. Hope to stay again soon.
Oct-10	Simon & Anne, Portsmouth	Stunning views, cosy cottage, loved the log burner. Nice fireside dinners! Also recommend Royal Oak, good food & atmosphere. Well done Emma & family. Thanks for cake.
Oct-10	Ron, Sandy & Tunny (dog) Hampshire	Lovely cottage, great setting and wonderful place to chill. Thank you Emma. We hope to be back X
Oct-10	Wyn & Shirley, West Sussex	What can we say that hasn't been said before. We have had a great time all round. Many thanks.
Sept-10	Doug & Shirley, Harrison & Chablis, Haddenham	A wonderful relaxing week, great walks always with a super pub at the end and this welcoming and comfortable cottage to come back to with a welcome from the dogs. Thank you Emma & Paul. We hope to come back before long.
Sept-10	Victoria & Stuart, Derby	A way-marked wonderland - field and fountain (St Agnes) moor and mountain (OK Dunkery Beacon) following bridle paths. The holden walks from the visitors centre are great. Try numbers 12, 15 & 14. We also made our own up. The woods from Dunkery Bridge was fab!! The cottage has a really lovely "vibe" and the finishing touches were appreciated - good bedlinnen, nice towels and comfy furniture. The view is something that I will miss and probably not appreciate fully until we're home. We have loved having and "adopted" dog to play ball with. Thank you for making us feel so welcome, more lie neighbours than guests.
Sept-10	Brenda with Carrie (Choc lab), Essex	Wonderful cottage, fine walks & pubs. Stove really works well - very cosy.
Aug-10	Arko & Mananue, Amsterdam	Beautiful view and a county with a lot of beautiful footpaths. Thanks.
July-10	Phil & Mandy Lilymay & Milly (the dog), Lancashire	We've had a lovely break. Beautiful cottage, great location. Thanks Emma & Paul
July-10	Christine & Brian, Barbara & Darrell, Newark on Trent	Wonderful place & views. Great walks for the men. Me and Babs just chilled out for the week. Thank you Emma & Paul for a lovely choc cake x
July-10	Pat & Alistair, Northampton	Awesome views, wonderful peaceful location - warm welcome from Emma & Paul and the dogs! Chocolate cake was yummy! The tea rooms at Selworthy are worth a visit.
July-10	Alexandra & Derek, Caversham	What an amazing weekend and the perfect place to be proposed to! Emma, thank you for everything you did for us and for keeping the secret! We will defiantly be back here in the very near future. Thanks a million! XXX
June-10	Danny, Angie & Merlot (dog) London	What an awesome breathtaking place to spend a week. Recommend Royal Oak & Tarr Farm for great food and setting. Emma, Paul & Alice, thank you for a memorable stay and choc cake. Sad to leave! 5 stars *****
June-10	Elaine, Martin with Antwin & Isabelle, Cambridge	Beautiful cottage as our base for Ironman 70.3 @ Wimbleball. The kids loved watching the farm "going-on". Hopefully will be back soon! Thanks so much - perfect.
June-10	Mike & Les with Sidda, Dorset	Thank you Emma & Paul for a very comfy stay in this very beautiful part of the country. Lovely cake on arrival, Emma.
June-10	Michael & Carole, Portsmouth	Lovely break, Fantastic Accommodation, Many thanks
May-10	Carrie, Gavin & Jorja, Wales	Fab warm welcome from Emma & Paul. Great food at Butchers Arms, Carhampton. Baby loved the chickens & ducks. Thanks for a fab hols Emma X
May-10	Steve & Yvonne, Northants	A very relaxing week blessed with great weather. Recommend Porlock, Lynmouth, Dunster and walks up Dunkery Beacon for view and down valley to the incline - starts just past stableyard entrance - enjoy! p.s turn off the TV and radio and soak up the silence!
May-10	David & Heather, Norfolk	Thank you Emma and Paul - just perfect for us and the dogs. Pleasantly surprised by the friendliness of pubs and restaurants. Brilliant shower, underfloor heating a revelation. Wish we could have stayed longer.
April-10	Simon & Christine, Evesham	A walk to the Royal Oak is a must
April-10	Joe & Alison, Hove	Fantastically restful & peaceful. A superb place to come and unwind. Well be back!
April-10	Marrianne & Raoul	Glorious weather, wonderful hospitality. Thank you for having us all. Thoroughly enjoyed ourselves.
April-10	Ro & Chris with Taylor from East Sussex	Wonderful welcome, fantastic cottage. awesome views, great walks, Taylor loved it, so did we. Thank you.
April-10	Rebecca, James, Linda & Ava, Bristol	Our second visit - enjoyed it just as much as the first time. Thank you. Will see you for our third visit soon! X
March-10	Angus, Sara, Naomi & Lily, Bath	There are times when not even the weather can spoil the fun - this was one such wonderful week. Thank you all and we have learnt that Hovis is a more than just a loaf of bread XX
March-10	John & Hazel, Northants	We had a lovely time - cottage first class. Lovely views, steam railway at Minehead, good day out, very relaxing break. Thank you.
March-10	Roy & Stephanie with Duka & Dakanai (mad springer spaniels)	Thanks for a lovely relaxing break and the cake! Would have been even better to take some cake home. (hint, hint!!)
March-10	Machiel & Maryan, Rotterdam	We enjoyed the cottage and thank our hosts for their help & cake & eggs. Nicest walk, coast path Lynton; nicest lunch: castle hotel Dunster. Dinner: Royal Oak, Luxborough.
March-10	Jo & Steve, Cornwall	Another enjoyable stay lovely cottage, beautiful walks & scenery. Our dogs enjoyed meeting farm dogs again. We can't wait to come back.
Feb-10	Sharon & Paul with Raffe (retired greyhound) Cornwall	A beautiful cottage with lovely views even more spectacular with a thick layer of snow. Enjoyed lots of walks but the best bit was coming back to the lovely warm and cosy cottage. Exmoor is becoming a firm favourite and hope to be back soon.
Feb-10	Richard & East, Wiltshire	A very relaxing weekend - beautiful cottage - super walks. Thank you for the kind welcome. Hope to visit again soon.

Feb-10	Leigh, Paul & Archie the golden retriever, Hereford	Beautiful cottage in beautiful surroundings. Shame the weather didn't show them off to their full potential, but we still had a lovely time. Lots of great walking. I will definitely visit again. Thank you Emma & Paul
Dec-09 New Year	Rebecca & James, Bristol	Fantastic cottage, fantastic views, fantastic location. Warm and friendly reception. Thank you both and see you soon
Dec-09 Xmas	Mike & Nicki & Hattie, their dog, Cornwall	A wonderful place to spend Christmas - so warm and cosy. Lovely walks with our dog. Very relaxing. Special thanks for rescuing us in the snow. Thank you.
Nov-09	Chris & Charlotte, Bristol	Had a warm relaxing time and loved the cottage. Great scenery all around.
Nov-09	Colin, Jim and Merra their spaniel Corsham	Total relaxation with every comfort. Great base for exploring Exmoor even when the weather is wild and woolly. Hope to be back. p.s. Fab for spaniels - he loved the underfloor heating.
Nov-09	Guy & Caroline Wandsworth	The most fantastic holiday. Cottage is just perfect and just what we needed. We'll be coming back & highly recommending.
Nov-09	Richard & Caren, Newmarket	Had a fantastic time. Lots of great walks . Cracking cottage. Dog's enjoyed it as much as we did. Choc cake V.good!!!

Nov-09	Josie & Martin	Lovely cottage, especially the log fire. Shame I was on a course and not here for most of it!!!
Nov-09	AJ & Nic, Devon	Fantastic stay once again, wonderful relaxing break. Shame about the weather, but the local pubs made up for it.
Oct-09	Di & Colin, Epping	Marvellous base for Exmoor's hidden valleys and quieter side. Super break. We walked, he cycled and threw the ball for the dogs.
Oct-09	Anna & Teal, Romsey	A lovely cottage to relax in situated in an idyllic area - great walking, villages, pubs & people. Thanks
Oct-09	Robert & Tracy, Chicester	Thank you so much. We have had a wonderful relaxing break. Lovely cottage.
Oct-09	Rose & John, Swindon	We have had a lovely time very relaxing, lovely cottage and great chocolate cake.
Oct-09	Ian & Angela, Surrey	Lovely cottage, wonderful location. Thank you for the Chocolate cake.
Sept-09	Philip & Margaret, Cerne Abbas	We have had a great time, excellent weather. Lovely cottage and warm hospitality from Emma & Paul. Hope to return.
Sept-09	Sarah, Neil & Baby Samuel, Chipping Norton	Great area, great cottage and breath taking views.
Sept-09	Keith & Madi, Tunbridge Wells	Had wonderful time in lovely cottage and surrounding area. Beautiful walks have seen a lot of wildlife including red deer. Hope to be back again.
Sept-09	Jen & Phil, Cambridge	Enjoyed watching the foal play around and the fantastic scenery. We have had some great walks especially Lynton and even saw dolphins there.
Aug-09	Judy & Dave, Cheshire	Wow, what a beautiful place to be. Thank you. Emma the chocolate cake was fab. This has truly been a lovely holiday so peaceful and it has made our week knowing Abbey has safely delivered her foal. Will most certainly be returning. Thank you sincerely for your wonderful hospitality. Emma & Paul
Aug-09	Claire & Jim, Southend	First time to Somerset impressed by the abundance of walks. No need to retrace steps from coastal to woodland to moor. Loved sitting out at the cottage with horses, sheep and views. Lovely welcome. Thanks
Aug-09	Derek & Michelle, Surrey	Beautiful area, interesting walks and challenging bike rides. Waterfalls somewhere? Sorry to miss the arrival of the new foal. Love the cottage & felt really welcome. Many thanks
July-09	Kin & Ian, Essex	Perfect cottage, perfect location. Peace & tranquility. Superb walking all round. We have had a fantastic time. Thank you Emma & Paul for our cake on our arrival. It was most appreciated. Loved all the ponies running around.
July-09	Bob & Lynne, South Shields	Great cottage in lovely surrounding. An enjoyable stay.
June-09	Tony & Heather, Sheffield	An enjoyable holiday in a lovely cottage. We hope to be back. Many thanks
June-09	Janet & Eric, Newark	Great cottage & location. Really enjoyed our week here. Will come again.
June-09	Mick & Cheryl, Milton Keynes	Fantastic time spent in your gorgeous cottage. Fantastic location, loved it all, thanks.
June-09	Colin & Kath, Kent	Super stay, well fitted out, we hope to return, will recommend to all. Thanks again

May-09	Nick & Sarah London	Thanks Emma & Pul. We've had a great week. Fantastic cottage and your hospitality was second to none. Great place to get engaged. Hope to be back. Thanks
May-09	Chris & Hazel Wiltshire	Lovely peaceful place to stay. Enjoyed great weather too!
May-09	Zoe & Chris Hampshire	Had a lovely week, great views & cosy cottage
April-09	Paul & Else Netherlands	Wonderful views, constantly changing light and colours. Lovely cottage and delightful "death by chocolate" cake. Thanks
April-09	Christine & Richard Cambs.	A real home from home. Lovely surrounding and quality cottage. Thanks very much
April-09	Sue & Dave Oxfordshire	It's all been said - lovely cottage, nice people, beautiful countryside - we hope to return.
April-09	Sue & Maurice Liverpool	Great holiday, did some lovely walks. Great food at Lowtrow Cross. Very nice accom.
April-09	Amanada & Luke Bristol	Another wonderful stay. Beautiful spot. Thanks again.

April-09	Sara, Dave and corky the dog. Dorset	Another perfect weekend, beautiful views, lovely sunshine & cosy cottages. A great break again - thank you.
Mar-09	Richard & Jane, Gloucester.	Just what the doctor ordered!
Mar-09	Ginnie, Simon & baby Tom. Cardiff	Lovely cottage and lovely holiday, really friendly place.
Mar-09	Ian, Angie and dogs: Bess & Harley, Notts.	Five star cottage with six star hosts. Marvellous week of sun and exploring. We hope to return.
Mar-09	Tracey, Brian & two dogs, Essex	Excellent cosy cottage. Love the area. Made use of the maps and walking books. Hope to be back one day. Thanks Emma & Paul, the cake was delicious.
Mar-09	Nicky & Peter, Hampshire	Fantastic again! Royal Oak in Luxborough served superb food. Weather variable but no matter in lovely cosy cottage.
Mar-09	Teresa & Stephen, Wisbech	Have had a wonderful break. Cottage excellent and cosy. Thanks Emma & Paul for the chocolate cake. Hope to return soon.
Feb-09	G & P, Staffs..	Lovely Cottage, beautiful area fantastic for walkers. Highly recommended. The Royal Oak at Winsford - Top Notch!!! Pub food also liked Lowtrow Cross at Upton. Fish and Chips from Williton. very good. Thank you Emma
Feb-09	A & J, Berks.	Fabulous cottage with superb views, very cosy and homely. Perfect for a quiet retreat to recharge your batteries. Very tasty eggs from the hens! Thank you Emma & Paul for your hospitality.

Jan-09	Mrs & Mr L. Cheshire	Fantastic stay, beautiful cottage with amazing views! Loved the log burner which gave a homely feel. Will definitely recommend to friends. We hope to return in the summer. Thank you!!! A++++!!
Jan-09	Mr. P & Ms J. Surrey	Really enjoyable stay, lovely accommodation and lovely area. Especially good walks around Simonsbath. Excellent fish and chips at Williton. Had good meals at Valiant Solider, Royal Oak in Luxborough (also does proper cider) and Royal Oak Withypool. Thanks very much, we hope to be back.
Jan-09	Mr S & Ms C, Oxfordshire	A lovely stay in a well equipped and snug cottage. Lovely to return to after walks in sub-zero temperatures. Many thanks.
Nov-08	Ms W & Mr B, Somerset	Great cottages, Really enjoyed our weekend and loved this part of Exmoor. Even better having our best friends in Wordworth cottage.
Nov-08	Ms. K, Bishops Lyneard	Thoroughly enjoyed my stay. Will be sure to recommend you to others.
Nov-08	M & J, London This comment was emailed to us after a stay since they did not leave a comment in the book on departure.	Many thanks for returning my running jacket & gloves. We really enjoyed our stay at the cottage, and would have liked to have stayed longer. All in all, it was a great de-stresser - great view, fresh air and plenty of peace and quiet. I think the balance in the cottages is just right; high quality fittings,great interior design and a beautiful kitchen area that allows for some 'proper' cooking - and of course the wood burning stove! I am sure we will be back. Thanks again.
Oct-08	Mr & Mrs D, Hampshire	Very warm welcome, fantastic cottage with beautiful surroundings. Thanks very much
Oct-08	Mr & Mrs H, Norfolk	Excellent accommodation, Emma and Paul supper people. Thank you. We will be back I hope.
Sep-08	Mr & Mrs M, Lincolnshire	Very comfortable, lovely surroundings, we love Somerset. Thank you
Sept-08	Ms L & Ms F Norfolk	Great holiday in comfortable quiet relaxing surroundings. Made to feel very welcome by family and their pets. Hope to be back.
Aug-08	Mr & Mrs W, Birmingham	Superb holiday in excellent accommodation, provided by a lovely caring family. Thank you so much, we'll be back!

Thank you to all our guest for your very kind comments.

Contact us: Speak to Emma by telephone: 01984 640 582 or send an email

Emma on Zephy with Leigh Barton in the background
Emma on her
horse Zephy.

4+ star luxury cottages with magnificent south facing views.

I think the balance in the cottages is just right; high quality fittings,great interior design and of course the wood burning stove!. M & J,
London.

"A peaceful location and beautiful scenery from cottage" Ms. P, Dorset.

...and a beautiful kitchen area that allows for some 'proper' cooking
M & J,London.

You can lay in bed looking out across the most beautiful, uniterrupted view.

The Competition draw will be made very soon. Thank you for all your entries.