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The Oak Escape in The Blackdown Hills near Taunton

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A wooden cabin with a deck, outdoor seating, and a barbecue area.
A modern bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a view into the bathroom.
A compact kitchen with grey cabinets, a wooden countertop, and a built-in oven. There is a sink with a faucet, a kettle, and a coffee maker on the counter. A trash bin and a shelf with bowls are also visible.
A living room with a sofa, a small side table, a lamp, a painting, and a view through a glass door.
A modern living room with a grey sectional sofa, a plaid throw pillow, a yellow throw blanket, a small wooden side table with a lamp, and a radiator.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Blackdown Hills

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Chard, England
  • Place, Blackdown Hills
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Exmoor National Park
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Exeter
    ‪49 min drive‬
  • Airport, Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Chard

Located in Chard, this chalet is in a rural area. All Saints Brewery and Bray's Cider & Farm Shop are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Blackbrook Leisure & Spa and Somerset Cricket Museum. AJ'z Activity Centre and Wellsprings Leisure Centre are also worth visiting.
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Map
Chard, England

What's nearby

  • Blackdown Hills - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • County Cricket Ground - 17 min drive - 14.9 km
  • Exmoor National Park - 35 min drive - 38.4 km
  • University of Exeter - 49 min drive - 59.1 km
  • Exeter Cathedral - 52 min drive - 59.5 km

Getting around

  • Taunton Station - 20 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Whitlocks - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Greyhound - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Skylark - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Oak Escape in The Blackdown Hills near Taunton pet-friendly?

Yes, this chalet allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much is parking at The Oak Escape in The Blackdown Hills near Taunton?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Oak Escape in The Blackdown Hills near Taunton?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Oak Escape in The Blackdown Hills near Taunton?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Oak Escape in The Blackdown Hills near Taunton located?

Situated in a rural location, this chalet is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Blackdown Hills and 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from Otterford Parish Hall. Trull Waterfall and Yarcombe Village Hall are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 26 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful stay in a great location. The property was exactly as described in the listing and looked like the pictures. Great location for days out and a short walk to the local pub. We would definitely book again if we are in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a wonderful stay ! The cabin had everything we needed including dvds and scrabble for nights in . Was peaceful and quiet . Watching the stars from the hot tub was very special . There’s a pub in walking distance and Taunton is 20 mins away . Would recommend and return . Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was a great experience from start to finish.property was spotless with everything you needed.hot tub was a nice way to unwind after a day of exploring.will return .
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

North Pole Farm

Perfect retreat for what my wife and i wanted. Lovely property, very welcoming hosts. If you want a peaceful getaway, then this is for you. We would certainly visit again. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My fiancé and I wanted to getaway for a long weekend, somewhere peaceful we could take our doggy and the oak escape was absolutely perfect. We did not have one single issue but if we did we knew Lee was just a message away. It is so peaceful and cozy! Our dog loved running in the field and the local pub was lovely too. Already thinking about when we can return!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yes they were welcoming very nice accommodation only let down was the mattress and pillows think they need updating or new ones door to bathroom was a bit odd didn't shut properly and could see in from the outside so no privacy area was very nice lovely pub and food served 5 min walk away not sure we would go back to this particular accommodation but would definitely visit the area again
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Myself & My Husband Both Thoroughly Enjoyed our stay at The Oak Escape when Celebrating Our 60th Birthdays on 21st - 25th July 2025.The Property was Fantastic and was Absolutely Amazing with everything you could ask for and more as regards to all utensils and home furnishings.in place to make it homely.The Location , area was Absolutely Stunning and close by to other areas to Visit for days out.It was Definitely a Beautiful Place to Stay and we were Both Happy with everything about our visit to the Blackdown Hills, especially the added bonus of seeing the Two Adorable Dogs who we had a visit from each Evening they were great.We will be sure to Recommend this place to other people we know.Thank you for a Great stay all the best from.Karen & Steven Martin.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Overall enjoyed our stay, few little things we wasn’t to impressed with. Unfortunately the outside lights wasn’t working only one was working and the other one that worked was behind the chairs. Hot tub was brilliant and clean. Also we left the door open whilst we were in the hot tub and wasn’t to impressed to find out that one of the dogs had eaten a hot dog that we had cooked for our dinner. Apart from that we enjoyed our stay and thank you for having us
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept 2025
So sorry about the hot dog , you should have said while you were here , then again I should have mentioned how you destroyed our mattress - oh well !
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
This lovely cabin is in a beautiful setting. Inside it is well laid out and has everything thing you need for a short stay. It is light and airy but has good curtains which shut out the early light. The bed is firm and comfortable. The kitchenette has a good range of equipment. The one thing I didn't like is the toilet doorway. It has a sliding barn type door and it is too small for the opening and you can see into the main room from both sides so if you're planning on share with 3 other people it could be a bit embarrassing. Having said that, we would definitely stay there again. The outside seating could do with some sort of shade but the hottub was very clean and a wonderful way to relax and unwind.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had such a brilliant time here! The cabin is so cozy and has everything you need and more. The bed is massive and very comfortable. There's loads of walks to do nearby and even more if you drive. Its such a gorgeous area. Everyone you meet is friendly and welcoming. The host is lovely and they give you full privacy during the stay. The hottub is perfect for the evenings and very easy to use. Perfect place for couples or friends to go for a quiet, peaceful stay. Can't wait to go back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect place to relax

Spent a few days here after our wedding to relax and it was perfect. Lovely, spacious lodge, comfortable bed and a hot tub. Everything we could have wanted. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Otterford Retreat

Such a lovely location, the owners were lovely and welcoming. The property itself was very neat and lovely and clean, we had the best 4 days staying here. Would definitely recommend as a weekend getaway or quiet weekend away. Thank you to Lee and his family for letting us stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful property, amazing area and wonderful hosts

We have just spent a really relaxing week in the property. It's perfectly positioned for exploring the Dorset and Devon coastlines and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The lodge was spotlessly clean and very well equipped. The outdoor space and hotub was perfect for the nice weather we had. The hosts were very welcoming and attentive and happy to help when needed. I would highly recommend staying and we'd love to come back again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable and enjoyable stay

A very warm welcome. Comfortable stay, the property excided my expectations. Very clean. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lee is a great chap and the cabin ticked the boxes

Ticks all the boxes for a few nights away
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Short Hot Tub Break

Wonderful lodge in a perfect location. Hot tub worked perfectly from arrival to leave time. Will definitely come again. Thanks Lee & family for making us feel at home.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spotless property with lovely views

Arriving at the property was easy, everything was as the site said it was. Brilliant rural location, lovely views from the property and hot tub. Had everything we needed. Lee was very quick at communicating from initial booking to checking out. Some great walks and lovely places to eat nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely little getaway with modern facilities and hot tub

Very lovely modern and clean place with the latest kitchen facilities and gadgets. It was spotless which is hard to find! Comfy sofa and bed, big TV with freeview, great shower, everything you need for an evening outdoors too. Very quiet area and friendly host who helped us settle in. The hot tub was great and ready to use. Had a colour changing light which was cool. Would definitely recommend as it's a quiet area but a good distance to many things around. Taunton, Lyme Regis, Seaton etc.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Brilliant

brilliant stay here, very clean and excellent communication with Lee. a beautiful lodge with a lovely hot tub i will definitely be back again
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Lovely weekend away

We had great time in the beautiful lodge. Lee was the perfect host any problem he sorted it straight away. Hot tub was lovely to sit and watch the sunset.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Friendly and helpful property manager and his family.

Peaceful location, with lovely surrounding walks. Local pub in walking distance, plus some a few minutes drive. Clean property, with excellent facilities. Would diffinetly visit again
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely place, very clean and tidy. Couldn't of wished for a better place

Had a lovely 3 nights stay for our honeymoon. Lots todo and see around the area. Would highly recommend and will be returning
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely getaway very relaxing a private, would definitely go back

Very easy checking in and out. You had everything you needed to hand perfect place to stay to relax, was very pretty and tranquil
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

short stay -3 days/nights

very comfortable for such a small property
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amazing Place to stay

We have had the most amazing few days in the blackdown hills. The lodge is perfect for a family break, so relaxing. The kids are asking to come back next year as they have loved every minute of it. Such a lovely relaxing part of the country to spend a weekend making memories with the family 😊
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