Find My Favourite Holiday Cottages in Brushford

Holiday cottages in Brushford nestle in this small riverside village in the heart of Exmoor. It's a peaceful and picturesque place about 3-miles from Dulverton. It is surrounded by beautiful Somerset countryside of rolling hills with fields, woods, and country lanes filled with wildflowers in spring and summer. Brushford has a number of historic buildings, including the 13th-century St. Nicholas Church and several traditional thatched cottages. The church is a Grade II listed building and features some interesting architectural details, such as a Norman doorway and a 15th-century tower. The village also has a pub called The Anchor Inn, which serves food and local ales. The surrounding area of Brushford is known for its beautiful Exmoor countryside. The River Barle (with lovely riverside walks) runs through the village, and there are plenty of walking and cycling routes to explore in the local area. The village is a designated conservation area, which means that it's protected for its historic and architectural value.

A Countryside barn conversion overlooks a courtyard with tables and chairs.
Sleeps
6
Bedrooms
3

The Piggery is a charmingly renovated cottage located on Stockham Farm, near Dulverton in Somerset. This Exmoor cottage is pet-friendly and situated on a large property, offering guests stunning views, generous grounds, peaceful seclusion, contemporary elegance, and traditional features woven into the interior of the property.

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An Exmoor farmhouse overlooks a large lawn surrounded by trees.
Sleeps
4
Bedrooms
2

The Victorian Wing of Stockham Farm is a self-contained rural holiday cottage within a traditional farmhouse. It offers ample grounds, a wood-burning stove, a bespoke kitchen, subtle elegance and wonderful countryside views. The pet-friendly cottage lies in an easily accessible remote rural location above Dulverton in the heart of the Exmoor National Park.

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The village is a quiet and peaceful place for self-catering holidays, with little traffic and a relaxed pace of life. It's a great place to unwind and escape the hustle and bustle of urban life. It lies within easy reach of enchanting Exmoor walks amidst stunning landscapes of moorland, woods and rivers. Exmoor is known for its wildlife, including red deer, wild ponies, and rare birds.

 

Eat Well

This corner of Somerset is known for its local produce, including cider, cheese, and meat. There are plenty of local farms and producers in the area, and many pubs and restaurants serve locally sourced food and drink. Foodie events are not uncommon, the best known being the Eat Exmoor festival where participating restaurants and pubs offer special menus featuring local produce at discounted prices.

Explore the Countryside

Brushford is located in a beautiful part of Somerset, with rolling hills, green fields, and woodland all around. Take a walk or cycle through the local area, following one of the many footpaths and bridleways. The Exmoor National Park is just a few miles away, and there are plenty of opportunities for hiking, mountain biking, and horse riding.

Visit local attractions

There are several interesting attractions within easy reach of Brushford, such as

  • Dunster Castle and the medieval village of Dunster
  • The West Somerset Railway which runs steam trains from Minehead to Bishop’s Lydeard – Britain’s longest heritage railway.
  • For children, visit the Exmoor Owl & Hawk Centre and the Tropiquaria Wildlife Park are both nearby.

Enjoy the local food and drink

Somerset is known for its delicious food and drink, including cider, cheddar cheese, and locally sourced meat. Visit one of the local pubs or restaurants to sample some of these culinary delights. Dulverton has a good culinary collection of tearooms, pubs ad restaurants as well as shops selling local produce

Overall, Brushford is a lovely place to enjoy cottage holidays away from the stresses of modern life and enjoy the simple pleasures of rural living.