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A cozy living room with a fireplace, a dining area with chairs and a table, and a bookshelf. - Ruffles Cottage, Dunster (Dunster)
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Ruffles Cottage is a charming, traditional home in the heart of medieval Dunster. This cozy retreat offers free WiFi, a wood-burning stove to warm up by, and beautiful views of Conygar Tower in the distance. The private courtyard has outdoor furniture for relaxing and there's also use of a shared garden nearby.

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9.2 out of 10
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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Fireplace
The current price is NZ$2,320
includes taxes & fees
30 July - 31 July

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About this property

Ruffles Cottage, Dunster

  • Ruffles Cottage, Dunster, is a cosy, comfortable cottage set in the heart of the beautiful medieval village of Dunster. The cottage was built in 1844 and has all ‘mod-cons’ whilst retaining its traditional character, complete with a wood-burning stove. Ruffles Cottage backs onto St. George’s Church and enjoys the melodic chimes of the Church bells. Views of Conygar Tower can be seen in the distance and a glimpse of Dunster Castle too.

    Cosy cottage in the heart of medieval Dunster
    Easy walking distance to Dunster High Street with many restaurants, pubs, tea rooms and shops
    Character features such as wood-burning stove
    Sleeps 4 in two bedrooms - one double and one twin (plus cot)
    Upstairs bathroom with shower over bath
    Private courtyard to the rear of the property with table and chairs
    Use of shared garden a few doors down (no longer padlocked!)
    Secure storage for bikes, canoes, etc, in adjoining lean-to
    Towels and linen provided
    Electricity and gas included
    Fridge/Freezer
    Short walk to Dunster Castle and other historic buildings of interest in Dunster
    Numerous walks immediately from the front door
    Free parking in street outside cottage
    Free WiFi
    Only 1.5 miles from Minehead
    Arrive from 4 pm
    Depart by 10 am

    There are numerous walks immediately from the door – up on to the moor via Grabbist Hill (which is just a few paces away), Dunster deer park and woods, up to Conygar Tower and of course the beautiful castle grounds.

    Security deposit
    A security deposit of £100 is required when booking this property. This will be added to the total price of your booking, and will be refunded after your stay unless the owner discovers damage to the property or its contents after your departure.

    Dogs
    Up to 2 dogs are welcome for a supplementary fee of £15 per dog. The owners may consider accepting 3 small dogs by arrangement, please get in touch to ask and let us know the breeds/sizes of the dogs for their consideration. Please do not allow your dogs upstairs, a stair gate is provided to help with this, and please do not allow them on the furniture or leave them alone in the property at any time.

    Smoking
    Ruffles Cottage is strictly non-smoking - in the cottage or in the courtyard.

    Arrival and departure
    The property will be ready from 4 pm on the day of your arrival. Please depart by 10 am on the last day of your stay. Please leave the property clean and tidy so that we can guarantee it will be ready on time for our next guests.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Internet access

Food and drink

  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Minehead is home to this cottage. Dunster Castle and Dunster Working Watermill are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Exmoor National Park and Holnicote Estate. The Chocolate House and West Somerset Railway are also worth visiting. Visit our Dunster travel guide
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Dunster, Somerset

What's nearby

  • A coastal landscape with a sunset over calm waters, rocky cliffs, and distant hills.
    Exmoor National Park
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • A castle on a hill surrounded by trees and green fields.
    Dunster Castle
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • The Chocolate House
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Dunster Working Watermill
    4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • St George's Church
    5 min walk - 0.4 km

Getting around

  • Minehead Station
    9 min drive
  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL)
    155 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Deck Restaurant
    6 min drive
  • McDonald's
    4 min drive
  • Hotshots Sports Bar
    5 min drive
  • Bar Rosso
    6 min drive
  • Pancake Stand
    6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ruffles Cottage, Dunster pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Ruffles Cottage, Dunster?

As of 9 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ruffles Cottage, Dunster on 30 Jul 2026 start from NZ$2,320, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Ruffles Cottage, Dunster?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ruffles Cottage, Dunster?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ruffles Cottage, Dunster located?

Situated in Minehead, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Dunster Castle and Exmoor National Park. Dunster Working Watermill and The Chocolate House are also within 5 minutes.

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Ruffles Cottage, Dunster Reviews

Reviews

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Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

9.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Alan E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Not quite as good as expected.

Great location. Well equipped cottage, but not as cosy and comfortable as we expected. We felt it was a little under maintained and tired. In need of some TLC. Although the kitchen was well equipped, many thing’s didn’t match, some of the pans and crockery needed replacing. Very dark and drab.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

kieran k.

Great place super location cosy very relaxing.

Great place super location cosy very relaxing.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

David F.

Very pleasant, would stay here again.

Very pleasant, would stay here again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

John W.

Well equipped comfortable cottage in a quiet location, ideally placed for an Exmoor holiday.

Well equipped comfortable cottage in a quiet location, ideally placed for an Exmoor holiday.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Mandy K.

Fantastic cosy cottage with all the home comforts needed, location was ideal for all trips to coast

Fantastic cosy cottage with all the home comforts needed, location was ideal for all trips to coast or exmoor within easy reach,no issues with parking, overall a great stay
From a partner site

8/10 Good

derrick c.

The bar in Luttrell Arms is most welcoming and the food we had was excellent. The Castle and ground

The bar in Luttrell Arms is most welcoming and the food we had was excellent. The Castle and grounds is a must.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Sandra conroy C.

Great location. Beds really comfortable. High standard of cleanliness. Well equipped.

Great location. Beds really comfortable. High standard of cleanliness. Well equipped.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Richard C.

Our second stay at Ruffles Cottage. A great location in the centre of Dunster. The cottage was warm

Our second stay at Ruffles Cottage. A great location in the centre of Dunster. The cottage was warm and comfortable. The weather was sunny and the autumn scenery beautiful.
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Jonathan B.

Cottage is very well equipped.

Cottage is very well equipped.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

sue w.

We had a wonderful few days at Ruffles cottage so cosy and comfortable. The cottage is clean and v

We had a wonderful few days at Ruffles cottage so cosy and comfortable. The cottage is clean and very well equipped and great walks from the door. We also loved being able to walk into the village and to the pub for dinner. Our dogs loved it too. Thank you for a great stay!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

No, it was a great place in a great location.

No, it was a great place in a great location.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Liz P.

Lovely cosy little cottage in a beautiful location! The kitchen was well equipped (we knocked up a r

Lovely cosy little cottage in a beautiful location! The kitchen was well equipped (we knocked up a roast dinner for four) and the beds are super comfy! Pretty views across the churchyard and plenty of dog walks straight from the door. We LOVED the woodburner. Great value for money, will be back!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

John A.

An excellent cottage in a convenient location in a pleasant town. The only drawback being the diffic

An excellent cottage in a convenient location in a pleasant town. The only drawback being the difficulty in finding a parking space, especially at weekend s.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Christine D.

The cottage was very cosy, comfortable and traditional and we enjoyed relaxing there after walks in

The cottage was very cosy, comfortable and traditional and we enjoyed relaxing there after walks in the very beautiful surrounding area. It was very nice to have the teabags and biscuits on arrival. Thank you.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Victoria L.

Nice cosy cottage. Very quiet (the church bells were absolutely no issue for us)! Stags inn has grea

Nice cosy cottage. Very quiet (the church bells were absolutely no issue for us)! Stags inn has great food, 2 minutes walk away. No local convenience shops, so remember to buy the essentials before you get there if arriving later like us.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this lovely little cottage. Small but perfectly formed, it had every

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this lovely little cottage. Small but perfectly formed, it had everything we could wish for, including a very comfortable bed. It was a fabulous location with just a few minutes walk to the castle or the high street where we were able to enjoy the magic of Dunster by Candlelight. The communication from the hosts has been great and they have been very helpful. I would highly recommend Ruffles Cottage
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

James H.

Lovely cottage, parked up and didn't need to use the car for 4 days. So many walks close by. Would r

Lovely cottage, parked up and didn't need to use the car for 4 days. So many walks close by. Would recommend the secret garden on the lutteral arms on a sunny day. Location of cottage is amazing, it's about as central to Dunster as you can get. My wife, 2 boys (12 and 14) had an awesome stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanne H.

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

Great little cozy cottage in the heart of Dunster Village

The booking and communication with the agent was easy and comprehensive. The cottage has everything you need and was clean and welcoming. Its location is ideal for local walks and is very close to pubs and restaurants. The only issue is parking. There is very little parking nearby but there are car oarks close by that we had to use.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Amanda J.

Lovely cottage with lots of charm,the village itself is the best in the area , we did however strugg

Lovely cottage with lots of charm,the village itself is the best in the area , we did however struggle with the parking at time’s especially as it was opposite a school and parking in the village was a no no ,but saying that we had a lovely time Communication from the host was really good, the cottage was clean and welcoming
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Pete F.

Beautiful location backing on to the church in the lovely village of Dunster. The cottage is fine fo

Beautiful location backing on to the church in the lovely village of Dunster. The cottage is fine for 2 people - small, lived in, but cosy. Well equipped kitchen. Great to have a bath as well as a shower. Street parking outside only.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Dunster is an excellent location for walking, with a choice of Exmoor, Forestry Commission land and

Dunster is an excellent location for walking, with a choice of Exmoor, Forestry Commission land and the coast path. You can pick up some of these paths direct from the village. There are lots of National Trust Houses and other places of interest nearby. Ruffles is a welcoming cottage on a quiet road within minutes of Dunster high street.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L.

A well equipped, traditional little cottage. Mostly I could park on the narrow lane outside, once ha

A well equipped, traditional little cottage. Mostly I could park on the narrow lane outside, once had to park by the church so no major hardship. Easy walk into the village to visit the lovely tearooms, and a short drive to convenience stores etc.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Andrew T.

Stayed at the cottage for a week from 18th to 25th November,it was warm and cosy and very comfortabl

Stayed at the cottage for a week from 18th to 25th November,it was warm and cosy and very comfortable,in the center of Dunster,overlooking St George's Church which was lit at night..no issues with parking g during g our stay,we had a problem with the central heating g boiler but this was resolved immediately by the best of Exmoor staff(Natalie),the owner and the heating engineer,no hesitation in returning again next year.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Michelle V.

Cottage was lovely and clean. 2 minute walk onto the high street. Close to all amenities. Kitchen we

Cottage was lovely and clean. 2 minute walk onto the high street. Close to all amenities. Kitchen well stocked. Didn't use the shared garden, but courtyard is very small, wasn't suitable for our dog, but could be for others.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

Stunning location, walks straight from the door. Cottage was spotless, such a treat to not have to w

Stunning location, walks straight from the door. Cottage was spotless, such a treat to not have to worry if kitchen implements needed rewatching. Everything used felt new. Traditional decor but fits with the cottage. Church bells took a bit of getting used to .