Offering a terrace, this adults only property is located in the countryside, 5 miles from Dunster town. Free private parking is available on site. All rooms include a seating area with a flat-screen TV. Dunkery Beacon Country House features free WiFi . Towels and bed linen are provided. Pets are allowed in certain rooms - see room details. This B&B also offers packed lunches.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish

Free parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
and
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom :
1 large double bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 large double bed
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.5
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.4
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
10
High score for Wootton Courtenay
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Vicky
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beautiful house, fantastic views. Lovely hosts. Wonderful breakfast. We could only stay 1 night but would have loved to stay longer.
  • Paul
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very peaceful and calming , only natures noises. Fabulous views from our room.
  • Geoff
    Australia Australia
    Beautifully restored hunting lodge with views of Devon farms & national park moors. Attentive hosts & delicious breakfast
  • Williams
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We loved the peace and quiet and the outlook from our room out of the way from
  • Ian
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very friendly and helpful owners; the breakfast; the views; the facilities
  • Tina
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very nice hotel and tastefully decorated. Very clean and extremely friendly owners who were very accommodating to us.
  • Julia
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Fantastic location, delightful hosts, beautiful room
  • Peter
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The owners are a charming couple and go out of their way to make you welcome
  • Trish
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beautiful bedroom fantastic view the owners made us very comfortable and welcome Breakfast was first class would recommend a stay here 100%
  • Bill
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location is very good, I had a lovely view out towards Dunkery Beacon. The owners made a huge effort to make me comfortable. There is no restaurant or pub in the village but evening meals are provided on request.

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Dunkery Beacon Country House

Company review score: 9.9Based on 60 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

The current owners, Andy and Tanya Downes, purchased Dunkery Beacon Country House in November 2022 with a focus on offering a high quality bed & breakfast experience in a wonderful part of West Somerset. Our accommodation epitomises the best in British country house sophistication. As hands-on owners we will greet you on arrival and oversee every aspect of your stay from housekeeping to breakfast service to advice on things to do and places to eat. Our aim is to create an atmosphere that is welcoming, relaxing and refreshing and with our ensuite bedrooms we provide a superior level of comfort with fantastic views across the Exmoor National Park to Dunkery Beacon itself.

Property information

Our wonderful Exmoor country house offers luxury bed & breakfast accommodation in a boutique hotel style. Wake up to a hearty breakfast and truly breath-taking views that stretch across the hills and moors. We are situated in Wootton Courtenay, an historic and beautiful village set amid stunning unspoilt countryside, accessed via quiet country lanes near to Dunster, Minehead and Porlock. After a day full of interest and activity, why not relax once again in our south facing lounge, on our veranda or sit in our lovely gardens with a pot of tea or something stronger from our licenced bar. Dunkery Beacon Country House is a former Edwardian hunting lodge, with eight luxuriously appointed and individually decorated rooms, seven ensuite and another with its own private bathroom. One of the bedrooms we have is located on the ground floor, so ideal for people with limited mobility or with dogs. Children 10 years of age and over are also welcome with well-behaved adults! Please note there is no lift at the property. Situated near some of the prettiest villages and dramatic coastline in Britain and with stunning moorland literally on the doorstep, our country home provides the perfect location for an Exmoor experience and to visit Somerset, Devon and beyond. Dunkery Beacon Country House. A truly unique and special place to stay on Exmoor.

Neighbourhood information

Situated near some of the prettiest villages and dramatic coastline in Britain and with stunning moorland literally on the doorstep, our country home provides the perfect location for an Exmoor experience or to visit Somerset, Devon and beyond. Whilst you are staying with us on beautiful Exmoor, there are 750+ miles of paths to explore by foot, horse or bike and historic properties and gardens to visit. Exmoor is a designated Dark Sky Reserve and the perfect place for stargazing.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Dunkery Beacon Country House
Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
Outdoors
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Activities
  • Water sport facilities on site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
Media & Technology
  • CD player
  • DVD player
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in some rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).
    Services
    • Pet bowls
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Luggage storage
    General
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules
    Dunkery Beacon Country House takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 16:00 to 19:30
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
    Check-out
    Until 10:30
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children older than 10 years are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    Age restriction
    The minimum age for check-in is 18
    Pets
    Free!Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
    Accepted payment methods
    VisaMastercardCash
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please note that the property is adults only.

    Please inform Dunkery Beacon Country House in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    FAQs about Dunkery Beacon Country House

    • Dunkery Beacon Country House is 200 yards from the centre of Wootton Courtenay. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Room options at Dunkery Beacon Country House include:

      • Suite
      • Double
    • Check-in at Dunkery Beacon Country House is from 16:00, and check-out is until 10:30.

    • The prices at Dunkery Beacon Country House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Dunkery Beacon Country House offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Water sport facilities on site
    • Guests staying at Dunkery Beacon Country House can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • Full English/Irish