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Special Escapes: Self-catering in the UK

Chapel Knap

Chapel Knap, Porlock Weir, Minehead, Somerset, England

Wind along the twisting lanes through the town and down to the lovely weir. The sea shimmers all the way to long views of distant Wales. There are miles of glorious coastal paths for walkers, gentle strolls straight from the door, or a just a short amble to the sloped pebble beach. A little café offers tea and cakes, a restaurant serves posher fare and, in summer, there's a 50s seaside feel with ice creams and happy crowds. Inside is cool and contemporary with all mod cons; underfloor heating, floors of Israeli limestone, plain cream walls, a smooth leather sofa, a wide-screen TV and a gadget-laden kitchen. Upstairs: a light, beamed bedroom with a leather bed - smartly dressed in chocolate-coloured linen - plump pillows, good lighting and a sparkling bathroom. There are stunning views of the beautiful briney through every window and your own pretty garden is sheltered and well-planted, the perfect spot to sip something cool on warmer evenings. Exmoor awaits heartier souls with miles of remote walking and riding (a nearby school will supply the steed). Birdwatchers will be in heaven: the cry of the curlew, the song of the skylark in the National Park, the marshes behind the beach to spot waders. A blissful retreat.

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Minehead, Somerset

Sleeps 2-4 per cottage (7 in total).

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Chapel Knap

Contact: Chris Lister

  • Tel: 01643 862364
  • Sleeps: 2-4 per cottage (7 in total).
  • Rooms: 1 double with bath & shower (extra bed available on request).
  • Price: £120 – £600. Shorts stays available
  • Closed: Never.
  • Changeover: Friday and Monday
You can borrow or hire bikes here. Children are positively welcomed, with no age restrictions, but cots, high chairs etc are not necessarily available. No smoking anywhere in the house. Well-trained pets are accepted and may sleep in your room (not on the bed). Check when booking.

Checklist

  • Dishwasher
  • Electricity included
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave oven
  • Central heating
  • Mobile reception
  • Television
  • BBQ
  • Beach within 3 miles
  • Cooked meals available
  • Restaurant nearby
  • Short breaks possible
  • Extra bed/cot available
  • Shop within 3 miles

Points of interest

  • 13th Century Harbour
  • Historic sites such as Culbone Church & Holnicote Estate nearby
  • Exmoor and coastal walks from the doorstep
  • Thatched pub and restaurant within walking distance
  • Saltwater lake and bird habitat with interesting coastal featres.
  • Sandy beach at Minehead

This information is provided by owners and is not endorsed by ASP. If you have questions about it, please contact the owners.

Chapel Knap The Coach House built in early 1900's

The Coach House built in early 1900's

Chapel Knap Underfloor heating & Oak stairs

Underfloor heating & Oak stairs

Chapel Knap Original beamed bedroom & leather bed

Original beamed bedroom & leather bed

Chapel Knap Stunning sea views from all windows

Stunning sea views from all windows

Photo captions have been written by the owner or management of Chapel Knap and are not verified or endorsed by ASP.

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Children welcome but cots, high chairs, etc. are not necessarily available.
Guests’ pets can sleep in the bedroom (not on the bed).
Working farm.
Wireless internet access available for guests.
No smoking anywhere in the house.
Full and approved wheelchair facilities.
Tennis court on premises; use may be by arrangement.
Credit cards accepted; most commonly Visa and Mastercard.
Bikes on the premises to hire or borrow.
Swimming pool on the premises; use may be by arrangement.
Within 10 miles of a bus/coach/train station and owner can arrange collection.
At least one bedroom and bathroom accessible without steps.

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