Minehead, Somerset

Cross Lane House

The view of the hillside from the deck at Cross Lane House, Somerset

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A characterful house from the 1600s, surrounded by Exmoor countryside.

Guests
8
Bedrooms
4
Acorn rating
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Number of dogs welcome
3
Reference
003063
A generous house with plenty of room to gather, in one of two sitting rooms, by the bar or on the garden's raised deck

On the Holnicote estate and near the coast path for all kinds of walks through Exmoor National Park

Watch boats from the beach at Bossington

Cross Lane House is a late medieval house with original panelling, exposed beams and flagstone floors. In the past it has been used as a pub, a coach house and a hotel, and is now a comfortable holiday cottage.

This big house has an unusual layout which works really well for two families holidaying together. The first floor is divided in two, each side with its own staircase leading to two bedrooms and bathrooms. There are plenty of places for everyone to come together, as well as quiet nooks like the first-floor reading room, which is perfect for playing or working.

You'll be on the Holnicote estate, with more than 150 miles of footpaths and bridleways across moorland, woodland and coast, and lots of hidden hamlets. The house is on the edge of the pretty village of Allerford, with a tea-room and one of the few working forges left in the country. Here you can join the trail for a challenging 16-mile walk south through Horner Wood National Nature Reserve and on to Dunkery Beacon, the highest point on Exmoor, with panoramic views toward the Bristol Channel. There are shorter walks and bike trails at Webber's Post.

Holnicote is home to red deer and Exmoor ponies, as well as some of Britain’s most beautiful insects, bats, ancient trees and many species of lichen. The money you spend on your holiday will contribute to the conservation of the habitats and wildlife across the estate.

The cottage is near the South West Coast Path, and you can head to the pebbly beach at Bossington or find sand at Minehead.
Ground floor layout

Hallway. Sitting and dining room with woodburner. Second sitting room with bar, television and woodburner. Kitchen. Large utility room. Toilet. Boot room.

First floor layout

The first floor is divided in two.

The hallway stairs lead to one side with two bedrooms: One super-king (can be a twin on request) with en-suite bathroom, and one king-size with en-suite bathroom. Both ensuites have showers over the bath.

The sitting room stairs lead to the other side with a reading room and two bedrooms: One super-king (can be a twin on request) with en-suite shower room, and one king-size with en-suite bathroom with shower over bath.

Garden and outdoor space

Enclosed front garden with lawn. Cobbled courtyard with covered outdoor seating and decked area. Meadow (unenclosed and with a stream). Bike storage in an outbuilding.
Wi-Fi, available
Garden, available
Fridge, available
Freezer, available
Microwave, available
Open fire / wood burner, available
Television, available
DVD, available
Washing machine, available
Dishwasher, available
Tumble dryer, available
Cot & high chair, available
Historic building, available
Celebratory stays, available
Coast path, available
Walk to a beach, available
Wildlife spotting, available
Near bike trails, available
What's provided in a National Trust holiday cottage?
Heating: The cottage is heated by gas central heating. There are woodburners in the sitting room and sitting/dining room.

Parking: There is parking for eight cars in the cottage car park.

Please note: The gate from the front garden and one of the external doors within the cottage lead onto the road so please supervise children. There is also an unfenced stream at the far end of the meadow.

Stairgates are not provided in this cottage.

There are some low doorways in the cottage.

The courtyard is cobbled and can be slippery.

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

You’ll have free entry at National Trust places during opening hours during your stay – just show your booking confirmation. Parking may be payable. Opening times can vary and some places may need to be booked in advance.

Having a celebration? We're pleased that you would like to use one of our cottages for a celebration. If you're planning to invite more than two day guests, please complete this enquiry form before booking, so that we can ensure the cottage is right for you.

Five cottages are all within a 10-minute drive of each other on the Holnicote Estate and can be booked together for a group stay.

Holnicote Lower House

A part-thatched cottage with its own private stream minutes away from Bossington beach. Sleeps 10, dog friendly.

Cross Lane House

A classic house from the 1600s, surrounded by Exmoor countryside. Sleeps eight, dog friendly.

Selworthy Farmhouse

A detached farmhouse near the Somerset coast, surrounded by the rolling green hills of Exmoor. Sleeps nine, dog friendly.

Old Gateway Cottage

Explore Exmoor National Park from this cosy farmhouse cottage on Holnicote Estate. Sleeps six, dog friendly.

Ivy's Cottage

A snug one-bedroom English country cottage in the village of Selworthy with views over Exmoor. Sleeps two.

Two walkers standing next to a rock formation at Dunkery Beacon on the Holnicote Estate

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Explore Holnicote Estate

Holnicote Estate has something for everyone, from its wild moorland and shingle beaches to ancient woodland and charming villages. Plus, keep an eye out for its resident red deer.

Place

Bossington

A peaceful coastal hamlet on the edge of the Holnicote Estate, with distinctive thatched cottages.

View from Horner Wood towards Selworthy village and Selworthy Beacon at Holnicote Estate, Somerset

Place

Selworthy

A timeless rural landscape of thatched cottages, nestled in the vale of the Holnicote Estate.

Trail

Discover an 8-mile walk through Selworthy village to Selworthy Woods. Take in far-reaching panoramic views from Selworthy Beacon before descending to Bossington's pebble beach. Enjoy history with coastal and countryside views along the way.