QUIST COTTAGE, pet friendly, country holiday cottage in Ilminster

This period farmhouse is near the town of Taunton and sleeps up to 6 people in 3 bedrooms.

Quist Cottage is a handsome, semi-detached, period farmhouse situated at the end of a private lane in the centre of the village Hatch Beauchamp, near Somerset's county town of Taunton. Centrally located, the stunning landscape of Exmoor, the Quantocks, Blackdown Hills, and World Heritage Coast are all within an hour’s drive. Designed with quality family time for the family in mind, the farmhouse comprises a lovely kitchen/diner with a large farmhouse table, a lounge with piano, wooden chess set and a selection of books. On the first floor are three attractive bedrooms; two doubles and a bunk room, best suited to children. Surrounded by fields and cider orchards the enclosed lawned garden has a wildflower garden and paved patio for sitting out. Adjacent to the property is an unheated games room with table tennis, dartboard and CD player. When you've finished playing inside, the village pub, restaurant and a children's recreation ground are all within a short walk. Two pets welcome at £30 per pet per week/short break. Please note: pets are not allowed in carpeted sitting room or anywhere upstairs; pets are allowed in kitchen/dining area

Amenities: Central heating with woodburning stove. Electric oven, gas hob, fridge, freezer, microwave, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, TV/DVD, WiFi, piano. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Off-road parking for three cars. Lawned garden with barbecue. Two well-behaved pets welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shop 2 miles, pub 0.1 miles. Note: The garden might not be completely secure for small dogs. Note: The bedrooms have limited hanging space; wardrobes are not provided. Please note: pets are not allowed in carpeted sitting room or anywhere upstairs; pets are allowed in kitchen/dining area

Region: Somerset offers 3 areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty - the Quantock, Mendip and Blackdown Hills. Lose yourself in the glory of nature, take a ride on a steam train, visit a traditional farmer's' market or explore your mystical side at Glastonbury.

Town: Taunton is a perfect cottage holiday destination. It has charming stone and Tudor architecture, there is also a history stretching over 100 years including a 10th century monastery. It offers the Orchard Shopping Centre and plenty of other places to shop and eat. As well as this, Taunton boasts museums and parks, one of which has held the Taunton Flower Show for over 150 years. The Quantock and Blackdown Hills Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty are easily accessible, as well as the Dartmoor and Exmoor National Parks further afield. The coast is around 20 miles away, with Weston-super-Mare a further 10 miles away but is well worth the journey with its great range of activities.