2024
Most of us didn’t even leave the grounds during our stay as we had everything we needed there. We ranged from 2 and a half to 70 years old and we were all catered for. We used the play ground, the trampoline, the games room, the trampoline and tennis court and had a great time. Good indoor space. Handy little snug for those who needed to work online. Good size fridge freezer which coped with 10 of us. Richard was available for anything we needed but gave us our privacy. Thank you Richard!
PF – West Wing - June 2024
Beautiful house - Lovely Stay - Very Clean - Richard a lovely chap
MM – Stables - June 2024
Just wanted to say thank you for a lovely week. The cottage and grounds were great, and we will be back in a year or 2.
AB– Withycombe - June 2024
Thanks for a great weekend, my daughter hasn't stopped talking about the Ponies!
Great location and facilities, thoroughly enjoyed our stayDB – Luccombe - June 2024
The stunning location, scenery and peacefulness are beyond words. Owners were onsite, helpful and yet not intrusive. I would stay here again in a heartbeat and as for value for money, it can't be beaten. Everything was well looked after, kitchen was well stocked with utensils etc., and the owners greeted us on arrival, made sure we were settled. Welcome pack was a lovely touch.
LK – Annexe - May 2024
We booked the house for 12 friends and ourselves for our Ruby Wedding Anniversary weekend. This house was lovely and really peaceful. There were 14 of us and everybody said that it made them really relax. My husband is going through a couple of illnesses at the moment but, within 30 minutes, he felt “very, very relaxed”. Both kitchens were really well equipped and there were tables and chairs in both. There was a large dining area which we were all able to sit at for our meals. Richard did not make his presence felt but, I asked for a high chair and, as if by magic, one turned up!! The grounds surrounding the house were quiet and tranquil with the occasional toot from the steam train. Everybody in our party have asked if we can go again next year so I will be organising this very soon
DS – Stables - May 2024 We had a lovely stay in Bossington, the cottage was clean & tidy and very comfortable. It was very peaceful too. Lots of birds to listen to. Easy check in, all very simple. The pool was a really great feature and the kids loved it, especially because unfortunately the weather was quite wet when we were there. We had fun in the games room and tennis court too.
LC - Bossington - Apr 2024
Great location and facilities. We had a wonderful stay- plenty to do for the kids. Would recommend.
GB – Stables - Apr 2024
Good place near to Minehead and Dunster and pet friendly, cheaper than a hotel and plenty of space would definitely book again, has a games room and swimming pool but did not use but 5 stars from me.
SW – Winsford - Mar 2024
We stayed in a large group of mixed ages from 9 months to over 70 and it catered well for all of us. The setting is stunning and the pool, hot tub, games room, tennis court, ponies etc kept everyone well entertained and we all had a lovely time celebrating my dad's big birthday.
LC – Stables - Mar 2024
Really happy with the place. Lovely location. Everything described accurately and the hosts were very friendly.
SR – Annexe - Mar 2024
Nice and clean property, we really enjoyed our stay as there were plenty of places to enjoy with the dogs
WJ – Bilbrook Mar 2024
Lovely place, great swimming pool and games room and the whole place exceeded expectations. Lot to do and see in the local area too with the family, highlights included Dunster Castle, zoo, walk to tallest tree in England (a few miles away in beautiful forest) and fossil hunting at Watchet. Beautiful location.
GT - Selworthy - Feb 2024
We had a lovely stay at Richard’s with our grandson. He loved the swimming pool as did we. It’s a very quiet location despite there being other properties around it. We would love to stay there again.
JB - Annexe Feb 2024
Richard was a great host, we urgently needed gravy granules for our Sunday Lunch and Richard kindly provided us some !! Great location, Great facilities, the girls loved it... we will be back
SL-K – Stables - Feb 2024
Myself and my partner really enjoyed our stay here, the pool and jacuzzi were a bonus. Richard was really friendly and accommodating when our flight was delayed by 24 hours, he was there to meet us at check-in and was always near by if we needed any help or had any questions. would definitely recommend and would love to stay again
CH - Bilbrook - Jan 2024
The Annexe was ideal for our stay, it was very clean and well appointed with a welcoming tray of tea, coffee and biscuits. Richard very helpful on arrival. The spaniel loved the dog field and we enjoyed the pool.
SC - Annexe - Jan 2024
Just wanted to thank you for our lovely stay in Horner. You were out walking the dogs when we brought the key around. We will definitely recommend it to people.
JN - Horner & West Wing - Jan 2024
If you are looking for a peaceful getaway this is exactly what you would get staying here. The Annex is very cosy especially with the log burner burning. We throughly enjoyed our stay and would come back …. Probably in better weather next time!
DM - Annexe - Jan 2024
2023
A wonderful peaceful cottage in a great place with beautiful scenery. Great for kids. I loved the heated indoors pool and the games cabin as well
AG - Allerford Dec 2023
Our Family of 12 and 4 dogs stayed in the West Wing in November.
The cottage is full of character and had ample room for us all, the courtyard was a great size and we had dedicated parking for 3 cars.
It was so nice to all sit at one table for our meals and the wood burning fire was cosy in the evenings.
The views and grounds are lovely. There is a field that dogs can go in & a stream by the cottage to clean the dogs feet off after a walk.
There is a nice kids play area which ours would have benefited more if we had come in the warmer months.
The swimming pool is a great plus and went down well with the kids, they had great fun.
The location was perfect to Dunster, shops and the beach and we even bought local fish and chips back to the cottage.
Richard was a great host and even helped sort returning items that we had left behind! LC - West Wing Nov 2023
We had a lovely stay in The Stable Cottage & really enjoyed the area. CW - Stables - Oct 2023
We were a large party that stayed in The West Wing at Duddings Cottages. Not disappointed at all, children loved all that they had on site. Plan to return. West Wing suited us all & Richard was a great host. S. - West Wing - Sept 2023
Thank you so much for such a lovely stay, the children and all the adults had a ball ! The weekend was perfect and it's an ideal place to stay with children. They loved the ponies and the pool. KD - Stables - Sept 2023
Thank you for our stay, all the children absolutely loved staying in the cottage, swimming and adventuring the grounds. What a lovely property you have ! SR - Stables - Aug 2023
My son and I had a fabulous time this week and will be back. RH - Bilbrook - Aug 2023
Just to say a big THANK YOU for allowing us to stay in the holiday cottage Selworthy sleeping 11. The whole family had a fantastic time, We played hide & seek late in the evening, enjoyed the pool & games room plus tennis so much everybody wants to come back, The location & views are fantastic. Faultless. RA - Selworthy - Aug 2023
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Duddings in July 2023. There were 25 of us - a big family group ranging from 70 years old to 2 (12 children and 13 adults). We took the Stables and the West Wing. The accommodation suited our needs - country cottages with plenty of toilets/bathrooms and three kitchens between the two houses. Lots to do on site. We enjoyed the swimming pool and games room and also the trampoline and paddock and the outdoor play area. The kitchens were well equipped and we were able to seat all 25 of us for dinner in the Stables after a bit of reorganisation. Outside there were tables with parasols. There were barbecues at each house. Richard sorted out any minor problems we had. Each house had dishwashers and tumble driers and washing machines. The smaller children loved dancing to Alexa BS - Stables & West Wing - July 2023
Fab cottage for 16 people. Clean & well equipped. LJ - Stables - Jul 2023
Stayed in 'The West Wing' for a week - a large cottage that accommodated our family of 12. The building is quirky but homely with lots of space inside and a communal area outside, as well as shared spaces and facilities across the site. Our boys loved the swimming pool and games room.. RS - West Wing June 2023
I just wanted to say thank you so much for a lovely weekend at Duddings. West Wing was like a home away from home, it had everything we needed andf was the perfect space for 12 people - room to be together and to get away from each other too ! The outside space was perfect and we played many board games under the shade of the umbrellas.
Your grounds are beautiful and we really enjoyed the games room, trampoline & tennis court. The pool was the highlight for my children - what a lovely sized pool - they had a hiuge amount of fun in it.
Duddings far exceeded our expectations. Thank you and I am absolutely sure we will be back. KD - West Wing - June 2023
On behalf of all of us at the Stables. Thank you so very much for a beautiful place to stay and for your kindness. You have really helped a very special family to me and already we have made fabulous memories - JK - Stables - June 2023
We had a great time and would really like to come again and probably stay in a bigger cottage with friends and for longer GL - Allerford - May 2023
Thank you so much for our lovely holiday. We have had a wonderful time. We thoroughly enjoyed the hot tub after our walks. CS - Annexe - Mar 2023
We gad an amazing holiday with our family, the grandchildren enjoyed the swimming, games room and ponies. S - Selworthy Feb 2023
A big thank you from all of us. Everyone had a fantastic weekend and loved the cottages and facilities, especially the pool ! We will definitely be back ! J&MN - Stables, West Wing, Selworthy, Allerford, Bossington, Luccombe, Winsford, Bilbrook - Mar 2023
Thank you, we had a really lovely time and in fact are hoping to come back in the autumn. KR - West Wing - Mar 2023
Just to say thank you for oiur stay at The Stables. We had a great week - the weather was very kind and we made full use of your facilities, especially the pool. You certainly have a lovely spot and are ideally placed for all sorts of activities & outings. Stables - JS - Feb 20
2022
Beautiful quirky house , perfect for large groups. Swimming pool was a great size and warm. 10 minute drive from Minehead beach, Owner very responsible with questions we had during our stay. Selworthy - S - Dec 2022
Great cottage, swimming pool is lovely ant the kids enjoyed the games room. T. - West Wing - Oct 2022
We all had a wonderful stay in your cottage, I have already recommended you to a couple of friends. SA - Stables - Sep 2022
You have a super home and cottages - thank you so much for sharing with us. Everyone was amazed at what Exmoor had to offer and I'm sure some or all of us will be back ! D&SB - Stables & Selworthy - May 2022
Thank you for a wonderful stay - the cottages are beautiful and we have had a lovely week & the boys really enjoyed the swimming pool. CC - Allerford & Bossington - Apr 2022
Had a lovely few days with our whole family (including dogs) in this beautiful part of Exmoor. We arrived a bit earlier than expected and the owner kindly let us move in to the cottage a few hours before the check-in time. The accommodation was fantastic with a well equipped kitchen. The pool and games room were great too and kept the kids occupied for hours. On the last day storm Eunice hit and we were kept safe by our centuries old stone cottage. The owners checked that we were all OK and provided us with candles and hot water for tea / coffee. We would love to come back again in times of less extreme weather! EC - Bossington Feb 2022
Thank you very much for a thoroughly enjoyable stay. AL - Annexe - Jan 2022
2021
We had a lovely stay in Bilbrook. You have an absolutely fantastic site and we had an amazing time - we'll hopefully be back again another year. Thank you once again. JB - Bilbrook - New Year 2021
I just wanted to say a massive thank you. we all thoroughly enjoyed our weekendstay at The Stables. The accommodation was perfect and we had a great time celebrating my husband's 50th Birthday. NN - Stable Cottage - Dec 2021
Everyone thoroughly enjoyed te weekend and we have made some fantastic family memories. The views from the cottage were lovely, the situation was great it was so quiet and peceful. The swimming pool was a fantastic facility and we loved everything about it. AB - Stable Cottage - Oct 2021
Second time we have stayed, lovely little upstairs cottage with a nice view of the pony's and hillside, has a pool and jacuzzi, would recommend. JL. Horner - Sept 2021
Rested comfortably. Well kept cottage with plenty of comfortable rooms. Would highly recommend. BW. Stables - Sept 2021
Visited for a second time in September 2021. Previously in 2013. Lovely little site - dog friendly. No silly prices post COVID!!! JP. Withycombe - Sept 2021
Brilliant place to stay. Family are very friendly and nothing is too much bother. Great location too. RP Stables - Sept 32021
Excellent cottages in amazing environment and surrounds, it has appeal for everyone. Clean, extremely family friendly, accessible and friendly service. Went with a large party of adults, teenagers and children and everyone loved it. We are already planning dates to go back. RP. Selworthy - Sept 2021
Another splendid holiday at Duddings - third time lucky with the booking ! DE. Selworthy & Withycombe - Aug 2021
Our Family have had a wonderful stay and are now on their return trip home. You have a wonderful site, and we will be recommending your cottages to other friends and family that come to visit us. SS. Bossington Aug - 2021
We had a lovely week - the cottage and location are great as a base for exploring Exmoor and North Devon, and we all loved the facilities - games room and pool - for some relaxation. EC. Annexe - Aug 2021
An excellent venue, well presented, good value for money, well located for day trips around Somerset and Devon - both more gorgeous than we expected. The resort has an excellent information centre, a games room, pool and space to breathe and relax. GB Bilbrook - June 2021
Amazing place. Kids had such a great time feeding the ponies, playing on the trampoline and in the games room. The swimming pool was great especially having the whole pool to ourselves for an hour. CH Luccombe - June 2021
Nice touch to have tea and coffee as well as delicious biscuits on arrival. Site facilities are great whether you have children or not. On site pool, games room with table tennis, pool and football table a great hit, trampoline great size for older children and tennis court a plus. Just some things to while away the hours. Also Echo/Alexa installed for playing music. The gardens are kept in lovely condition with paths run to various activity areas. Shetland ponies in the fields are an additional extra that kids young and old enjoy watching. House was clean and had all necessary appliances in good working order. We enjoyed our stay as a family of 6 with a 13 week puppy! IH Withycombe - June 2021
Small but perfectly formed Had everything I needed including a washer dryer Ths Alexa was a real bonus YG Cleeve - May 2021
Very clean, friendly accommodation and people. Easy to find and lovely atmosphere in beautiful surroundings. HM Cleeve - May 2021
Great location. Nicely maintained grounds. Lovely crows and jackdaws roosting onsite and nearby. Charming ponies onsite KD Horner - May 2021
Just wanted to say thank you for a loveley stay which the whole family enjoyed JJ Cleeve - May 2021
I had a nice experience in The Annexe. I really recommend this place.***** JQ Annexe - Apr 2021
Despite the current restrictions, really appreciated the 'timed slot' approach so that it was possible to use the indoor pool. Nice new oven and hob in the apartment too and the heating system worked very efficiently despite the stone walls so that even with overnight frosts the apartment was always warm. JS Cleeve - Apr 2021
2020
Have just heard from ..... and they had a truly wonderful time, so thank yuou very much. Really hope to get the family together one of these days at Duddings as .... said it would be perfect for us. MR Luccombe - Oct 2020
We just wanted to say how much we had enjoyed our stay at Duddings last week. Our boys loved the pool ant the games room facilities and our weimaraner loved the land to investigate. k & JM Allerford - Oct 2020
Thank you, we've had a lovely holiday. Thanks also for the loan of the walking guides. MB Annexe - Oct 2020
We had a great break thank you ant the accommodation and facilities are superb. We are down on Exmoor for both an Autumn break and over New Year every year. We certainly see ourselves staying with you for the Autumn break on a regular basis hence the rapid booking for next year.
I have passed your details on to several of our friends so that may generate some additional interest
P & JB Winsford - Oct 2020
I came with my family for a short break and we had a lovey time. The place is stunning. My pregnant wife slept so well. The swimming pool and function room were a great addition. The owner was welcoming. It was just wonderful. Looking to go back Sept 2021! EA Stables - Oct 2020
One of the best holiday destinations in the UK that I have visited. Amazing scenery, lots to do, was wonderfully nice and clean A nice very friendly very welcoming and very helpful. Right in the heart of the National Park so you gain some amazing with nearby comodities not more than 10 minutes drive . Nice getaway with the family or group of friends highly recommend. NM Oct 2020
Lovely place to go, the cottage had a lovely cottage atmosphere, with a fire place. Beds were very comfortable and clean! Dishwasher and dryer was very convenient. Kids enjoyed their stay. Thank you! - West Wing - Oct 2020
This place was unbelievable, it was so beautiful, the view, the inside of the cottages, everything. Had such a lovely time with my husband & kids there. SB - Oct 2020
We stayed in Horner which proved to be ideal for the two of us. The views were excellent and Horner is very handy for getting to the excellent swimming pool and the car park. The weather was brilliant and we really appreciated being able to book the pool for one hour private sessions. It was also useful to have a washer/drier in the cottege. The armchairs were very comfortable and we also found the bed very comfortable and slept really well. We received a very warm welcome on arrival. We will certainly return again. JP Horner - Sept 2020
Lovely extensive grounds, with friendly Shetland ponies, hourly pool slots so Covid friendly, perfect location. JL Bossington - Sept 2020
2nd time here, lovely cottage that sleeps 18. It was absolutely spotless, soooooo clean, even the washing machines draws (x 2) were spotless, I checked lol. The cleaners need an award 👌Loads of cooking pans, stuff and maintained to a high quality. Fabulous garden area for cricket, football and games room, swimming pool. I would highly recommended 😁 AS Stables - Sept 2020
Thank you so much for a great holiday AM Luccombe - Sept 2020
Lovely location, and if you want a rest the grounds are enough to keep you in. Dogs are well catered for. We loved the history and buildings in Dunster. Cream tea to fill even the biggest tummy. Enjoy! SJ Bossington - Sept 2020
Lovely extensive grounds, with friendly Shetland ponies, hourly pool slots so Covid friendly, perfect location. JL. Bossington - Sep 2020
Very nice to have plenty of outdoor space and the ponies plus the pool was a huge benefit after a long walk. Overall nice little property and they are not on top of each other. Great food at the Lion Inn at Timberscombe just down the road. NM. Allerford - Sep 2020
Just a quick note to say thanks or a fabulous and relaxing week at Duddings ! The pool arrangement worked really well for us. The children loved seeing the new ponies and the always popular familty table football championships were tense! Thanks again and we look forward to returning again in the future J. M. E. & T. Winsford - Aug 2020
Photos do not do this place justice! We booked this holiday very last minute so weren't quite sure what we'd be getting, but it turned out to be a complex of cottages all nestled on beautiful grounds with lovely views SG Horner - Aug 2020
We are all much looking forward to coming to Duddings again next year, Covid etc permitting - my family won't go anywhere else !
JO Stable Cottage - Aug 2020
We had a brilliant week, and as a family with 3 boys the facilities and grounds were fantastic and kep them entertained throughout !
AR Allerford - Aug 2020
We just wanted to say a huge thank you for a fabulous stay last week. We loved it. Thank you so much to you and your team - hopefully we'll be able to returnnone day. JG Annexe, Bossington & cleeve - Aug 2020
RIchard-in-Charge was very helpful, and the cottage (apartment) was clean and well organized. We were happy to use the cottage as a base for exploring Exmoor. SC Bilbrook - Aug 2020
Nice quiet complex of cottages in a great location near Dunster and Minehead. Overall we loved our holiday. The grounds are lovely - excellent swimming pool, games room and tennis court. And it's dog friendly. BJ Withycombe - Aug 2020
Just wanted to thank you for a great stay over the last week. JB Bilbrook - Jul 2020
A beautiful location with great on site facilities and near to Dunster for morning coffee and Minehead for grocery shopping We stayed for a week but I would have preferred two. We have two small dogs and it was great for them with a paddock to run in. CW. Luccombe - Jul 2020
You have a lovely place here - the cottage is perfect and we love all the outside facilities. RS Luccombe - July 2020
We had a great time thank you and really liked Duddings. IP Luccombe - Feb 2020
Thank you for a wonderful stay at Selworthy Cottage - we had a super New Year break with our friends. RW Selworthy - Jan 2020
We all thoroughly enjoyed our stay at The Stables to celebrate Dad's 80th birthday - can't believe it's all over. DN Stables - Jan 2020
2019
I just wanted to say a big thank you for letting us stay at your beautiful cottage. We had a wonderful weekend made all the better by the fantastic accommodation. DK Luccombe - Dec 2019
Lovely location , cottage well equiped dog friendly, and very helpful oweners. AP Bossington - Nov 2019
Lovely weekend here as a large group. Facilities are great, and location too. NB Selworthy, Bossington & Allerford - Sept 2019
Thank you for a lovely stay. All four families really enjoyed themselves, especially the children who enjoyed the pool, games room, trampoline and all the space around. Cottage was well equipped, spacious and comfortable. Children didn't want to go home ! TD West Wing - Aug 2019
Very nice place to stay, Richard was very friendly and helpful. Really nice pool and hot tub, well equipped games room and plenty of places for the dogs to have a run. PF Allerford - Aug 2019
Thank you for all your help. It's such a lovely place you have here. J. Cleeve - July 2019
Had the best of times here celebrating a friends 50 th ... clean/tidy bedrooms were all fab ...with use of jacuzzi and swimming pool area surrounding is beautiful ... hoping to return SD 2019
Just returned from a family two week holiday in West Wing. Stayed as a family of 12 with four children ranging from 2 to 10. Also took our two dogs, who loved the walled garden and looking over to say hello to anyone passing.Something for everyone to enjoy, from feeding carrots to Freddie and Phoniex the pony’s, trampoline, games room, tennis, play field, and especially the heated indoor pool and hot tub. The cottage was large and well laid out, with everything you could want. Beds comfy all had a good nights sleep.The owners were very friendly but left you alone unless you needed them and then they were readily available. Some spiders and cobwebs ,but to be expected in a thatched 16th century long house but didn’t spoil a lovely family holiday. We all agreed we would definitely return. SD West Wing - 2019
We had a wonderful time staying in the West Wing at Duddings for a school friend reunion. The space was more than adequate for 11 adults and was wonderfully cosy with the log burner and brilliant to be able to make use of the swimming pool and hot tub. Close to many local attractions including Lynmouth and Dunster, with good pubs nearby too. Excellent value for money - we will be back! EF West Wing - 2019
Fabulous...we had a great weekend...pool was brilliant for grandchildren and adults alike...much fun was Had playing pool and table tennis...and the West wing was a perfect setting for a relaxing family time to eat drink and celebrate a special birthday....many many thanks CF West Wing - Mar 2019
Just back in London after a short break in Duddings. The cottage was really comfortable and cozy, with a great view of the shetland ponies and valley. Shame about the drizzle, but we had a great time, and made the most of the swimming pool and hot tub - very necessary after the long walks on the moor! TM Horner - Apr 2019
We were a group of 16 ladies and we stayed in the Stables. The property was excellent and was fully equipt with everything you could possibly need..and more. The facilities were perfect. The location was amazing andvthe walks were great. Richard is a great host and comunication was brilliant. The stay was such a great weekrnd that we are now booking to go back again next year. 10/10! CC Stables - Mar 2019
Lovely place ....nice and clean....has it's own swimming pool...games room...outside trampoline... accommodation is all clean and
Everything you need ....Beautiful scenery....my boys had blast... TB Bilbrook - Feb 2019
2018
So friendly. Host very helpful, quaint community of cottages plus pool and games room. Not glamorous, but honest, down to earth accommodation and conveniently sited. ST Allerford - Nov 2018
We had a wonderful time staying in the West Wing at Duddings for a school friend reunion. The space was more than adequate for 11 adults and was wonderfully cosy with the log burner and brilliant to be able to make use of the swimming pool and hot tub. Close to many local attractions including Lynmouth and Dunster, with good pubs nearby too. Excellent value for money - we will be back! LS West Wing - Nov 2018
We had a great week with lots of room to entertain visitors. We even managed to seat 24 adults for a meal round the fantastic table. Really close to several beaches and places of interest for all the family and beautiful countryside. General agreement we would love to come again. JW Stables - Sept 2018
Great place to stay for family holiday , excellent swimming pool, plenty of room to play games in the surrounding field ,owners very welcoming all In all 17 of us had a wonderful time. DA Stables - Aug 2018
Facilities were brilliant for a family with 2 small dogs - clean, well cared for and easily accessible. Accommodation was comfortable ad very well equipped. Owners were friendly and helpful but not intrusive. Dunster is a beautiful village with plenty to see and we will certainly return.
C Winsford - Jun 2018
Amazing facilities and a very amenable laid back host. Fantastic holiday, stunning area. A little piece of heaven. C. Cleeve - May 2018
I just wanted to ping you a quick email to say we had an amaizing time at Duddings. Everyone thought the venue was perfet. The cottages are beautiful and the grounds are stunning. We would love to return agai sometime in the future ... when or how many - not sure yet ! Again, thank you from all 39 of us ! GC Stables, West Wing, Withycombe & Bossington - Mar 2018
2017
We had fantastic Christmas in Duddings, perfect place for big family gather together, amazing facilities, kids (and adults) loved the game room, great service provided and we will definitely be back in summer time to explore more of the beautiful surroundings. Thanks a lot for an amazing experience. JM Bilbrook & West Wing - Dec 2017
Stayed at Dudding's Country Cottages over the Xmas break. Fantastic setting with well presented accommodation and fabulous facilities for all age groups. Would thoroughly recommend D O'N Dec 2017
