Dunster Mill House

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Scored 9.5
Rated exceptional

Staff

9.9

About this property

Historic Setting: Dunster Mill House in Dunster offers a unique stay within a historic building. Guests enjoy river views and a tranquil setting. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature private bathrooms, hypoallergenic bedding, and free toiletries. Additional amenities include bathrobes, bath, sofa bed, and wardrobe. Essential Facilities: The property provides a terrace, outdoor seating area, and free WiFi. A lounge and daily housekeeping service enhance the guest experience. Convenient Location: Located 70 km from Exeter International Airport, Dunster Mill House is a short walk from Dunster Castle. Nearby attractions include Regal Theatre and Holnicote Estate.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi

Property highlights

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Availability

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Room type
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1 extra-large double bed
2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Jane
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Loved the location. Comfortable room. Very warm welcome. Liked that there was a guest lounge. We played cards there one evening. Very good breakfast Short easy walk up the lane to pubs and shops. Dunster is picturesque and interesting and...”
Rachel
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Very clean and comfortable room with view of the River and Deer park. Everything one could wish for. Breakfasts are well presented and delicious. Karen and Pete are excellent hosts. Dunster Mill House is in a glorious, peaceful setting.”
Stephen
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The breakfast was excellent, plenty of choice which sets you up for the day. The room was exceptionally comfortable with all you need, and was to a very high standard. The location was ideal for a quiet few days away. Access to park the car...”
Jeffrey
France France
“beautifully situated in a magical corner of a very beautiful village. Friendly hostess, spacious room, every comfort, and a fine breakfast (fruit platter especially appreciated)”
Shaun
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Lovely location, beautifully re-furbished and immaculate throughout.”
Claire
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“A beautiful home set in an idyllic location next to the Watermill in Dunster. Lovely understated decor and a very comfortable bed. Pete and Karen were friendly, welcoming, and helpful. They provided fresh milk and chilled water for the room as...”
Lynne
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Breakfast was good with a nice selection. The fruit platter was delicious.”
June
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Our second visit. Very pleasant hosts. Beautiful room overlooking the countryside. Delicious breakfast. Would highly recommend.”
Volkert
Netherlands Netherlands
“Hosts Karen and Pete are extremely friendly, forthcoming. Their location right under the Dunster Castle and with an unobstructed view over the valley where deer are coming out of the woods in the evening”
Linda
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“This is our second time here. Karen and Pete are excellent hosts. Rooms are spotless. The twin room does not have an en-suite bathroom but does have exclusive use of a shower room/toilet just off the landing. Fabulous view from the room and...”

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Guests who stayed here loved

Jane
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Loved the location. Comfortable room. Very warm welcome. Liked that there was a guest lounge. We played cards there one evening. Very good breakfast Short easy walk up the lane to pubs and shops. Dunster is picturesque and interesting and...”
Rachel
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Very clean and comfortable room with view of the River and Deer park. Everything one could wish for. Breakfasts are well presented and delicious. Karen and Pete are excellent hosts. Dunster Mill House is in a glorious, peaceful setting.”
Stephen
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The breakfast was excellent, plenty of choice which sets you up for the day. The room was exceptionally comfortable with all you need, and was to a very high standard. The location was ideal for a quiet few days away. Access to park the car...”
Jeffrey
France France
“beautifully situated in a magical corner of a very beautiful village. Friendly hostess, spacious room, every comfort, and a fine breakfast (fruit platter especially appreciated)”
Shaun
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Lovely location, beautifully re-furbished and immaculate throughout.”
Claire
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“A beautiful home set in an idyllic location next to the Watermill in Dunster. Lovely understated decor and a very comfortable bed. Pete and Karen were friendly, welcoming, and helpful. They provided fresh milk and chilled water for the room as...”
Lynne
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Breakfast was good with a nice selection. The fruit platter was delicious.”
June
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Our second visit. Very pleasant hosts. Beautiful room overlooking the countryside. Delicious breakfast. Would highly recommend.”
Volkert
Netherlands Netherlands
“Hosts Karen and Pete are extremely friendly, forthcoming. Their location right under the Dunster Castle and with an unobstructed view over the valley where deer are coming out of the woods in the evening”
Linda
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“This is our second time here. Karen and Pete are excellent hosts. Rooms are spotless. The twin room does not have an en-suite bathroom but does have exclusive use of a shower room/toilet just off the landing. Fabulous view from the room and...”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Pete and Karen

Company review score: 9.9Based on 196 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

We moved to Dunster from Cheshire and we love it, we enjoy meeting the many varied guests and like hearing their stories. Dunster is so friendly we already feel like locals. We both enjoy a game of golf when we can and Pete plays for the local snooker team in Winter.

Property information

We are in a beautiful position on the edge of the village next door to a fully working watermill. The property is within the National Trust grounds and whilst it is busy during the day, after 5pm it is so quiet with no traffic noise just the sound of the river flowing by, and only a 10 minute stroll to the centre of the village. Across the river is the pretty hillside and the deer park. We often see the deer and the Exmoor ponies in the distance. There are plenty of walks easily accessible from the house or you can take a journey on the steam train which is only a couple of miles away.

Neighbourhood information

Dunster is famous for its castle and working watermill, both of which are now looked after by the National Trust. In the center of the village is the famous Yarn Market, the whole village has so much history and there are walking tours given by our very knowlegable guides. If you like a sandy beach we have a great one in Minehead just a couple of miles away with access to the coastal path for those who enjoy a walk. There is an 18 hole links golf course nearby but I warn you it can be a bit windy. As we are situated within the Exmoor National Park we are surrounded by stunning scenery and you can enjoy pony trekking or go on one of the Exmoor safari's. Whatever you choose there is plenty to keep you occupied during your visit.

Language spoken

English

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House rules

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Check-in
From 16:30 to 19:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 10:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

There is a Pay and Display 200 yards away which offers free parking between 18:00 and 09:00 daily.

Please inform Dunster Mill House in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In the event of an early departure, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay.

Parking is subject to availability due to limited spaces.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.