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Old Gateway Cottage

The exterior of Old Gateway Cottage, Somerset
The exterior of Old Gateway Cottage, Holnicote Estate, Somerset | © National Trust/ Mike Henton
The sitting room at the Old Gateway Cottage, Holnicote Estate, Somerset
The outdoor seating area at Old Gateway Cottage, Somerset

Old Gateway Cottage

Explore Exmoor National Park from this cosy farmhouse cottage on Holnicote Estate

The sitting room at the Old Gateway Cottage, Holnicote Estate, Somerset
The outdoor seating area at Old Gateway Cottage, Somerset
The exterior of Old Gateway Cottage, Somerset
The hallway at the Old Gateway Cottage, Holnicote Estate, Somerset
The sitting room at the Old Gateway Cottage, Holnicote Estate, Somerset
The snug at the Old Gateway Cottage, Holnicote Estate, Somerset
The kitchen at the Old Gateway Cottage, Holnicote Estate, Somerset
The kitchen at the Old Gateway Cottage, Holnicote Estate, Somerset
The double bedroom at the Old Gateway Cottage, Holnicote Estate, Somerset
The twin bedroom at the Old Gateway Cottage, Holnicote Estate, Somerset
The shower room at the Old Gateway Cottage, Holnicote Estate, Somerset
The second twin bedroom at the Old Gateway Cottage, Holnicote Estate, Somerset
The exterior of Old Gateway Cottage Holnicote Estate Somerset
The garden at the Old Gateway Cottage, Holnicote Estate, Somerset
The exterior of Old Gateway Cottage, Holnicote Estate, Somerset
The logier at Old Gateway Cottage, Holnicote Estate, Somerset
The local area near the Old Gateway Cottage, Holnicote Estate, Somerset

© National Trust / Mike Henton

Explore Exmoor National Park from this cosy farmhouse cottage on Holnicote Estate

At a glance

Guests
6
Bedrooms
3
Number of dogs welcome
3
Reference
003053
Acorn rating

About Old Gateway Cottage

Stay in this charming farmhouse style cottage attached to the 15th-century gatehouse on Holnicote Estate. The cottage’s Grade II listed inglenook fireplace has been preserved, while modern furnishings and a log burner have been added for a comfortable stay. There is an enclosed garden at the front, with a BBQ and outdoor seating – perfect for alfresco dining in the summer.  

A fantastic place for walking, horse riding and cycling, Holnicote has 150 miles of footpaths and bridleways to explore. Walk up to Dunkery Beacon, Somerset’s highest point and a spectacular spot for stargazing, or take a leisurely stroll to Bossington and enjoy a picnic on the beach.

Further afield, you could visit Dunster Castle, an ancient castle with dramatic vistas and subtropical gardens. Or you could hop aboard the West Somerset Railway and take a nostalgic ride through the countryside on the heritage steam train.

Features and facilities

  • Cot & high chair, available
  • Fridge, available
  • Dishwasher, available
  • Tumble dryer, available
  • Television, available
  • WiFi, available
  • Garden, available
  • Microwave, available
  • Freezer, available
  • Washing machine, available
  • Telephone, not available
  • DVD, available
  • Open fire / wood burner, available
  • BBQ, available

Location

Accessibility

Not accessible

Read our accessibility guide 

Layout

Ground floor layout

From the entrance lobby, there is a large kitchen/diner to the right and the living room and snug to the left. There are other external doors from the kitchen and snug

First floor layout

From the top of the stairs, the master bedroom is on the left. To the right are two twin bedrooms (which can be made into 6ft doubles upon request) and a family shower room.

More information

 

WIFI: We’re pleased to provide free WiFi access at this accommodation which is supported by BT. Please note intermittent connection problems can sometimes occur and therefore should not be relied upon.

Access: The accessibility guide is for guidance only.  For up-to-date information, please call the team on 0344 800 2070.

Children: Suitable for children. Although the gardens are enclosed, the cottage is situated in the estate yard so care should be taken in this area.

Heating: Air source heating included. There are also two wood burners and one electric wood burner.

Shower: There is a shower room on the first floor of the cottage with a walk in shower. There is also a shower room in the external building with a walk in shower and toilet.

Television: A television and DVD player are provided

Parking: There is plenty of parking directly outside the cottage.

Garden: The cottage has an enclosed garden to the front of the cottage with a built in barbecue and covered seating area. There is a larger, enclosed garden to the side of the property as well with outdoor seating. 

Offers: Guests will benefit from a late Sunday checkout of 4pm.