1 / 24Bailiffs Cottage
Wheddon Cross, Somerset
A five star three bedroom cottage on Exmoor with a fully fenced garden down stone steps, two dogs welcome, and Wimbleball Lake four miles off.
Bailiffs Cottage sits at Wheddon Cross, the highest village on Exmoor, three bedrooms and two bathrooms for six people, five star graded, with two dogs welcome. Stone steps lead down to the garden, which is fenced throughout and includes a lawn.
Fenced throughout is the phrase to hold onto at a thousand feet on open moor, where the alternative is a dog and several thousand acres of nothing to stop it. The Wimbleball Lake loop is three and nine tenths of a mile and we give it an eight, a reservoir circuit with woodland on the banks. Dunkery Beacon from Dunkery Gate is four miles with another eight, the highest point on Exmoor, and Horner Wood five and eight tenths.
Eleven guest ratings is a modest sample for a five star property. Two dogs, a fenced garden reached by stone steps, and moorland in three directions. Wheddon Cross is cold and high and does not pretend otherwise, and for a dog that likes distance and weather it is close to ideal.
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from £1,041 for 7 nights
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At a Glance
- Dogs Welcome
- 2 dogs
- Enclosed Garden
- Yes
- Proceed down the stone steps to the remainder of the garden which is all fenced and includes a lawn area which borders onto a stream
- Dog Facilities
- Drying room
- Sleeps
- 6 guests
- Rooms
- 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms
- Price
- from £1,041 / 7 nights
- Grading
- 5 star
- Arrival
- in from 17:30, out by 10:00
- Facilities
- Open fire, Parking, Wifi
Bailiffs Cottage from £1,041 for 7 nights
Book with holidaycottages.co.ukFrequently Asked Questions
Is Bailiffs Cottage dog friendly?
Yes, Bailiffs Cottage welcomes up to two dogs. The property has a fully fenced garden reached by stone steps, which gives you a secure outdoor space before you head out onto the surrounding moorland.
Are dogs allowed at Bailiffs Cottage year round?
The listing doesn't specify any seasonal restrictions on dogs, so it's worth contacting the property directly to confirm availability for your dates. What we can say is that Wheddon Cross and Exmoor are very much a year-round destination — the landscape suits dogs that enjoy open country and all weathers.
What should I know before visiting Bailiffs Cottage with my dog?
The garden is fully fenced, which matters at this altitude — Wheddon Cross sits at the highest point on Exmoor, with open moorland stretching in three directions. Stone steps lead down to the garden, so it's worth keeping that in mind if your dog has mobility considerations. The surrounding area offers excellent walking, including the Wimbleball Lake loop and the route up to Dunkery Beacon, Exmoor's highest point.
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Bailiffs Cottage from £1,041 for 7 nights
Book with holidaycottages.co.ukWhat’s Nearby?
Walk3.9 mi awayWimbleball Lake Loop
Somerset
A gentle lake circuit with excellent facilities and high off-lead potential on the woodland paths; good water access for swimming dogs and comfortable year-round.
Walk4 mi awayDunkery Beacon from Dunkery Gate
Somerset
The highest point on Exmoor with expansive views and high off-lead potential on the open moorland; no facilities and limited parking so come prepared.
Attraction5.8 mi awayDunster Gallox Bridge
Somerset
A medieval packhorse bridge over the River Avill, with clear shallow water and the Macmillan Way running straight from it for a proper walk with your dog.
Walk5.8 mi awayHorner Wood Circular
Somerset
One of England's finest ancient oak woodlands with excellent off-lead potential on the woodland paths and good water access from Horner Water; deer present so recall essential.
Attraction6.1 mi awayDunster Butter Cross
Somerset
The stump of a medieval stone cross on the edge of Dunster, worth it for the lane walk your dog gets on the way up rather than the monument.
Attraction6.2 mi awayDunster, Yarn Market
Somerset
A 17th century octagonal market hall in the middle of Dunster high street, a village stop with your dog rather than a site visit.