Hedgehog Cottage, Wheddon Cross
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Property Summary Hedgehog Cottage, Wheddon Cross (Somerset) is a traditional farm cottage, nestled in a quiet valley at the end of a private drive. There are two other holiday cottages nearby which sleep 6 and 4 guests. It's just over a mile from the village where there's a shop and pub serving food (dog friendly) Main Description Hedgehog Cottage, Wheddon Cross (Somerset) is situated on a working farm in a lovely rural location. The cottage offers comfortable holiday accommodation for up to 4 guests in two bedrooms. Sleeps up to 4 guests in two bedrooms Sitting room with wood-burner for cosy evenings in Dining area attached to the kitchen Well equipped kitchen including fridge and freezer Two upstairs bedrooms, one double bed and one twin bedroom Upstairs family bathroom Laundry facilities in the external utility room (shared with Red Deer Cottage & Barn Owl Cottage) Enclosed garden to the rear of the cottage (not necessarily dog-proof) Parking available directly outside the cottage Dog welcome, free of charge (1 maximum) Friday changeover in the summer months Wifi (rural), heating, and electricity included Natural water supply from a spring Bed linen and towels provided Arrive from 4 pm Depart by 9:15am A refundable security deposit of £200 is required for this property, to cover the cost of possible damage during your stay. All things being well, this security deposit will be returned shortly after your departure providing there is no damage to the property or its contents. Two weeks prior to your arrival, you will need to contact the owners to arrange payment of the security deposit. One well behaved dog is welcome by prior arrangement. You are expected to be vigilant and keep your dog/s under close control at all times as there is likely to be livestock in the immediate vicinity. There is a forestry track leading from the garden that you can exercise your dog on for a short walk. There are lots of lovely walks a short drive from the farm where your dog can be exercised freely, including dog friendly beaches. COVID-19 UPDATE: The safety and wellbeing of our guests and our team is the most important thing to us. We will be taking extra measures in order to keep you safe during your stay and ensure that you can relax and enjoy your break. We have had to make a few changes to how we provide the best holiday for our guests. Before your stay we will send an email with all the details of what has changed. If there is anything particular you’re concerned about please do not hesitate to contact us. Check-In: Please do not arrive until after 4pm so we can ensure the cottage is thoroughly clean and ready for you. Check-out: On your day of departure, please can you leave the cottage before 9:15am so we can ensure we have enough time to thoroughly clean the cottage for the next guests. We also ask that you strip the beds and leave all linen and towels in appropriate piles so it can easily be removed safely. Indoor Description The accommodation sleeps up to 4 guests and briefly comprises: On the ground floor: A well equipped kitchen with electric cooker, microwave, fridge, freezer and dishwasher, plus a range of cookware, crockery and glasses. Dining area off the kitchen Sitting room with Freeview TV, DVD player and lovely wood-burner And on the first floor: Two bedrooms; one double bedroom and one twin bedroom Family bathroom with shower over the bath, toilet and hand basin. An external door leads from the first floor hallway into the garden. Oil-fired central heating and electricity is included in the price of the accommodation, the heating can be adjusted to suit your preferences. An initial supply of logs are provided to get your started. The laundry/utility room is located in outbuilding just a short distance from the front door, it houses a coin-operated washing machine and tumble dryer, payphone (all of which are shared with the other properties on site). Bed linen and towels are provided. Beds are made up for your arrival with freshly laundered sheets and duvets. Please bring your beach towels if you wish to take towels on day trips. We do ask that beds are stripped on day of departure and left in appropriate piles so we can safely remove the bedding. 1 well behaved dog is welcome. Please do not allow your dogs on the furniture. Outdoor Description The garden is located at the rear of the property and can be accessed from the upstairs hallway or by going around the outside of the property. It is is enclosed by a fence but should not necessarily be considered dog or child proof. The fields around the property in the coombe are likely to be stocked with sheep or cattle, so you are expected to be vigilant with your dogs and keep them under control at all times. There is a short forestry track leading from the garden that you can exercise your dog on for a short walk. There are lots of lovely walks a short drive from the farm where your dog can be exercised