Grooms Cottage 

Grooms cottage is nestled in a south facing position with panoramic views over the Avill valley that inspired C. F. Alexander to write the famous hymn “All things bright and beautiful”. It is an oasis of peace and tranquillity. Grooms cottage is approached through Avill Nurseries that is a working wholesale nursery (not open to the public) specialising in camellias and rhododendrons.

The cottage is a single storey detached property and is situated near to the owner’s home, sharing the garden but with its own private area and patio with garden furniture and barbecue. The cottage is tastefully and comfortably furnished with co-ordinating quality fabrics and fitted carpets throughout. The double aspect lounge/diner/kitchen has a comfortable cottage suite, colour TV with video recorder, oak dining table, night storage radiator and log effect electric fire. There is also a radio/cassette/CD player. The room leads on to the patio through large French windows, which take advantage of the magnificent views.

• The Avill valley and surrounding area offer spectacular scenery of unspoilt countryside and moorland. The area abounds with wildlife including wild ponies and Red Deer. It is magnificent countryside for walking, horse riding (Riding centre nearby), cycling or just enjoying the views along winding country lanes to the picturesque villages and attractive coastline; drive or walk over the heather clad moor or into deep wooded combes.

Local Area

Dunster is one of the prettiest villages in Somerset, famous for its castle now owned by the National Trust. Other attractions include the yarn market, a working water mill, packhorse bridge, dovecote, beautiful church and the overall ambience of cobbled streets and medieval buildings. The village offers dining facilities for all tastes – tea shops, restaurants and pubs.

Further Information

Arrival & Departure: Please arrive after 3.00pm and vacate the cottage by 10.30am.

• on the day of departure.