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Westholme Lodge, Minehead

Guest Rating
Rating
4.8
out of 5
Devon » Minehead
Sleeps up to 14
Pets 1
Hot Tub
Bedrooms: 7

Westholme Lodge is a massive three-storey holiday home in Somerset that sleeps up to 14 people. This spacious property sits just minutes from Minehead's main shopping street and beach. Perfect for big family gatherings with seven bedrooms and plenty of communal space to spread out.

The location is bloody brilliant. You're less than a 10-minute stroll to shops and pubs and just 15 minutes from the beach. Fancy a day trip? Dunster Castle is nearby and the West Somerset Railway offers scenic rides through the countryside.

 

About Westholme Lodge

Westholme Lodge is a massive three-storey holiday home in Somerset that sleeps up to 14 people. This spacious property sits just minutes from Minehead's main shopping street and beach. Perfect for big family gatherings with seven bedrooms and plenty of communal space to spread out.

The location is bloody brilliant. You're less than a 10-minute stroll to shops and pubs and just 15 minutes from the beach. Fancy a day trip? Dunster Castle is nearby and the West Somerset Railway offers scenic rides through the countryside. After exploring, soak your tired arse in the private hot tub while the kids play in the garden.

Accommodation includes one super-king with en-suite, another super-king on the second floor (can be split into singles), a king-size with basin, a double with en-suite, a twin room and two more bedrooms. The kitchen/diner has a woodburning stove and is fantastically equipped for cooking massive family meals. There's even a separate formal dining room when you want to pretend you're posh.

Visit Dunster Castle (4 miles, 10-minute drive), ride the West Somerset Railway (station 0.5 miles away), explore Exmoor National Park (5 miles, 15 minutes), or hit Minehead Beach (0.7 miles, 15-minute walk). Perfect for combining countryside and coastal adventures.

Westholme Lodge works brilliantly for multi-generational family holidays. With a children's playroom, huge dining table and comfortable beds that previous guests rave about, it's the ideal base for making memories. Bring the dogs too - they're welcome!

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What Guests Love

Discover why our guests keep coming back to Westholme Lodge

Spacious Kitchen

The kitchen is huge and brilliantly equipped. Many guests loved cooking for large groups with everything they needed at hand.

Comfortable Beds

Multiple reviews mention the extremely comfortable beds with thick, cozy duvets - perfect after a day of exploring Somerset.

Hot Tub Relaxation

The private hot tub was a hit with guests, providing a relaxing spot to unwind after coastal walks or day trips.

Family-Friendly Layout

The dedicated children's playroom and spacious living areas make this ideal for family gatherings with kids of all ages.

Beach Proximity

Just a 15-minute walk to Minehead Beach means easy access to seaside fun without needing to drive.

Perfect Group Space

Guests consistently praised how well the house works for large family gatherings with its multiple communal spaces.

Getting To Westholme Lodge

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach Westholme Lodge by car, follow the A39 to Minehead. The property is located near the town centre with easy access from the main roads and has ample off-road parking for multiple vehicles.

By Train

The nearest mainline railway station is Taunton, approximately 24 miles away. From there, you can take a bus or taxi to Minehead. The West Somerset Railway (heritage line) has a station in Minehead just 0.5 miles from the property.

Ample off-road parking available
Taunton station (24 miles)
Easily accessible from the A39

Attractions & More Nearby

Everything you need within easy reach

Dunster Castle
Distance: 4 miles
TA24 6SL
West Somerset Railway
Distance: 0.5 miles
TA24 5BG
Exmoor National Park
Distance: 5 miles
TA24 8ND
Minehead to Porlock Coastal Path
Distance: 1 mile
TA24 5UJ
North Hill Circular Walk
Distance: 1.2 miles
TA24 5QU
Dunster Beach to Blue Anchor Bay
Distance: 3 miles
TA24 6SH
Minehead High Street
Distance: 0.5 miles
TA24 5NB
The Avenue Shopping Centre
Distance: 0.7 miles
TA24 5AP
Tesco Superstore
Distance: 1 mile
TA24 5QB
Minehead Bus Station
Distance: 0.6 miles
TA24 5NB
West Somerset Railway Station
Distance: 0.5 miles
TA24 5BG
Minehead Tourist Information Centre
Distance: 0.5 miles
TA24 5BG
Dunster Castle
Distance: 4 miles
TA24 6SL
West Somerset Railway
Distance: 0.5 miles
TA24 5BG
Exmoor National Park
Distance: 5 miles
TA24 8ND
Minehead to Porlock Coastal Path
Distance: 1 mile
TA24 5UJ
North Hill Circular Walk
Distance: 1.2 miles
TA24 5QU
Dunster Beach to Blue Anchor Bay
Distance: 3 miles
TA24 6SH
Minehead High Street
Distance: 0.5 miles
TA24 5NB
The Avenue Shopping Centre
Distance: 0.7 miles
TA24 5AP
Tesco Superstore
Distance: 1 mile
TA24 5QB
Minehead Bus Station
Distance: 0.6 miles
TA24 5NB
West Somerset Railway Station
Distance: 0.5 miles
TA24 5BG
Minehead Tourist Information Centre
Distance: 0.5 miles
TA24 5BG

Is Westholme Lodge Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families
Westholme Lodge is fantastic for children with a dedicated playroom stocked with games and toys. The large garden provides space to run around and the property is just a 15-minute walk from Minehead Beach. Kids will love the West Somerset Railway steam trains and exploring nearby Dunster Castle with its gardens and trails.
For Couples
While primarily designed for groups, couples can enjoy private spaces within Westholme Lodge. The super-king bedroom with en-suite offers luxury and the hot tub provides romantic relaxation. Evening walks along Minehead Beach at sunset and day trips to Exmoor National Park make for perfect couple activities when sharing with friends or family.
Pet Friendly
Westholme Lodge welcomes two well-behaved dogs, with enclosed garden areas for safe play. The location is ideal for pet owners - Minehead Beach has dog-friendly sections year-round and Exmoor National Park offers miles of walking trails. Several local pubs and cafes in town are dog-friendly too.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Westholme Lodge

The Old Ship Aground

Located 0.8 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: TA24 5UL

Stones Restaurant

Located 0.5 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: TA24 5NB

The Quay Inn

Located 0.7 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: TA24 5UL

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Westholme Lodge

Does this cottage have a hot tub?
Yes, Westholme Lodge features a private hot tub in the garden area. Previous guests have mentioned enjoying it after days out exploring the local attractions.
Is it pet friendly?
Yes, Westholme Lodge welcomes up to two well-behaved dogs. The property has garden areas and is within walking distance of dog-friendly beaches and countryside walks.
How many people can stay at Westholme Lodge?
The property accommodates up to 14 guests across seven bedrooms. The bedroom configuration includes super-king, king-size, double, twin and single rooms spread across three floors.
What's the kitchen like?
The kitchen/diner is spacious with a woodburning stove and fully equipped with an electric Range oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer and dishwasher. Many guests have commented on how well-equipped it is for large group catering.
How far is the beach from the property?
Minehead Beach is approximately a 15-minute walk (0.7 miles) from Westholme Lodge. It's easily accessible on foot, making it convenient for family beach days.
Are there shops and restaurants nearby?
Yes, the main shopping street in Minehead is just a 10-minute walk away. There are also pubs and shops within 0.1 miles of the property for essential items and dining options.
What outdoor space does the property have?
Westholme Lodge has front and side gardens plus a rear garden with lawn and patio area. The outdoor space includes garden furniture, a barbecue and the hot tub.
What entertainment facilities are available?
The property offers TV, WiFi, a Bluetooth HiFi system with two speakers, a Bluetooth party speaker with disco lights and a selection of books, games and DVDs. There's also a dedicated children's play room.

Westholme Lodge Reviews

Amanda
Lovely house Comfortable beds kitchen and dining room really well equipped we ... Lovely house Comfortable beds kitchen and dining room really well equipped we cooked for 12 of us a couple of times Had a great weekend
Nicholas
The House is amazing and spacious . The furniture is all in keeping with a grand house. We will be back in the future, as my family all loved the house.
Robert
We had a lovely week at Westholme Lodge, the house was great for a group of families. The kitchen was big enough for everyone and had all that we needed. In the local area we enjoyed the steam railway, the beach and Dunster Castle.
We enjoyed Westholme Lodge, nice base for us to explore Somerset. Loads of space for our big family. We would definitely return. Had some issues but the maintenance guy came and fixed them The house could with some maintenance upkeeps like the lights on the decking didn't work, the speakers in the kitchen weren't working well.
Trevor
The house was amazing, by far the best equipped holiday house we have ever hired. Any questions were answered promptly. The location of the house was superb and we didnt travel far throughout the week and had the best family holibob ever. We will definitely return.
Denise
We were very happy with our stay for a family birthday, grandads 70th! The only draw back was no airers for drying clothes on wet days . We werent sure about the bin days as we had no information while we were there, so we contacted the housekeeper who I must say was very helpful.Denise
Fabulous Stay with my whole Family 10 Adults, 3 Children and 2 Dogs. Extremely spacious and comfortable. Very clean with lots of Kitchen Utensils, fantastic childrens playroom, and huge dining table able to seat all of us in Dining Room. Close to town, beach and amenities with lots of parking available on site. Highly Recommend Staying especially for large groups.
Ten of us stayed at Westholme for three nights to celebrate our 25th anniversary and my husbands birthday, perfect layout for us to enjoy. Comfortable lounge area, great kitchen diner, utility, large formal dining room worked well. Bed's were comfy. We were able to walk from the property along the sw coastal path to Porlock, which was a treat not having to take out the the cars over the weekend, with a welcomed dip in the hot tub upon our return, not all in at once!! On Sunday, we walked to Dunster. It was a great lunch in the Luttrell Arms Hotel. We also visited Dunster Castle on Monday, worth a look. Obviously, if you are not walkers there is a good bus service, also the taxis are not badly priced.
Michael
We had a lovely time second time weve stayed. Only comments I would make are there are quite a few cobwebs around, there should be a clothes horse or 2. We did washing 6 kids but had clothes draped everywhere. The first time we stayed there were tea towels but not this time. All in all though a very nice house.
Sheila
Westholme is a large comfortable house and our family of 12 including 4 children had a really good week there. The kitchen was spacious and well equipped and there was plenty of space and seating in the sitting room. We found the beds very comfortable and with 7 bedrooms there was plenty of room for everyone. We all enjoyed our stay there.
Michael
Lovely property and we had a great stay. Fourteen of us for my 70th birthday and new year. Kids had a great time.
Our stay at Westholme Lodge was enjoyable. The beds are extremely comfy and the duvets are lovely and thick. The kitchen is nicely decorated and a great place to socialise however please be aware the kitchen does not come with any salt & pepper, cooking oil etc so make sure you bring your own. The house has two living rooms which is great as it provides a separate space for the children to chill out whilst the adults can relax as well. The hot tub is a great addition however the water was not a high enough level so the jets were not usable as they squirted the water out of the hot tub. The location is great and a short walk to the beach and shops and a short drive to Dunster and Exmoor too. When we arrived there was only a half roll of toilet or less in each bathroom and no spares provided so we did have to go out and buy more quite swiftly as there were 14 of us staying there. The fridge is also quite small and we were not able to fit in all the food we had brought with us. Overall the lodge was a nice place to stay and there is a nice big garden and parking space enough to fit 45 cars on.
Great location and the facilities are excellent would thoroughly recommend a stray here.
The house was amazing it suited our families with all the bedrooms and garden space . The house was fully equipped with more than you would think ok . The location was perfect for accessing the town and beach but also local to view other areas . The beds were so comfy too. The only fault we could have is that the duvets were down feather filling and one of my family members is allergic to them but there was enough spares to compensate their bedding in their room .
Lovely spacious property, in very good order and well equipped. The living accommodation was great with a large kitchen diner, separate dining room, large lounge and a playroom. 10 minute walk to the main shopping street and 15 minutes to the beach.
Westholme was a truly wonderful house for our family stay ! We have for the last 10 years have had a holiday when the family get together and we have stayed in some lovely houses this has been the best so far for accommodation, cleanliness, comfort and a great homely feel . One of my grandchildren said it was a Mary Poppins house practically perfect in every way So thank you very much . Minehead is a nice town but the access to Exmoor and other wonderful places is second to none.
The welcome folder in the kitchen didn't contain user manuals for the kitchen appliances or hot tub, which would have been helpful. There weren't any oven gloves which means you have to use tea towels, which is a bit of a health and safety issue. The boxes for recycling were very small for such a large house so we couldn't put one of the bins out. The other confusing thing was the information app conflicted with the check out time as the 'So long, farewell' instructions said to be gone by 11am but the key safechangeover information said 10am. We ended up leaving in the middle at 10.30am. It would be nice to leave a dishwasher tablet for each day as we had to buy a box to be able to use the machine, which we left for the next occupant. We also have some feedback on the hot tub that we will share directly with the owner.
We had a wonderful stay. Westholme is a beautiful house and a lovely family home. We were celebrating family time together so.....perfect. Westholme has everything you could need and more! Great location for all that Minehead has to offer. We were sorry to leave.
As a group of 14, we were all very pleased with the accommodation booked for our annual New Year's holiday. The house was very spacious, comfortable and well equipped for large groups although can I suggest a second kettle be added. For reference for future winter guests, we found the bedrooms on the top floor cooler than the first floor which suited as the house was very warm indeed. The location was excellent for walking, shopping and eating out, all without having to take the car out. We would recommend eating at The Ship Aground pub in Minehead, the village of Dunster and also a short drive out to Exmoor to walk around and over the ancient Tarr Steps over the River Tarle which is now one of my favourite short circular walks ever!
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