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Stag Cottage At Bigmoor

Withypool, Somerset

Four people and three dogs on Exmoor for four hundred and forty four pounds, with a fully enclosed garden and Tarr Steps within five miles.

Stag Cottage is the larger of the two Bigmoor cottages near Withypool, sleeping four rather than two while taking the same three dogs, for four hundred and forty four pounds. Fully enclosed garden, furniture, charcoal BBQ, thirty one guest ratings.

Exmoor is the reason to come. Tarr Steps is four and eight tenths of a mile and carries one of only two nines we award in Somerset, a Bronze Age clapper bridge over the Barle with ancient oak woodland running along both banks and water shallow enough for a dog to stand in. Dunkery Beacon is four and three tenths with an eight, Wimbleball Lake five and two tenths, Horner Wood seven.

Withypool sits in the Barle valley with the moor rising on every side, and there is nothing much there beyond a pub, a shop and a bridge. Three dogs, four people, a fenced garden at the edge of open moor, and a price that undercuts almost everything else in the county. For a walking week this is difficult to argue with.

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from £444 for 7 nights

Stag Cottage At Bigmoor takes 3 dogs and is booked through holidaycottages.co.uk.

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At a Glance

Dogs Welcome
3 dogs
Enclosed Garden
Yes
Venture outside to the fully enclosed garden area which offers garden furniture and a charcoal BBQ, the perfect space for al fresco dining
Sleeps
4 guests
Rooms
2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom
Price
from £444 / 7 nights
Grading
4 star
Arrival
in from 17:30, out by 10:00
Facilities
Open fire, Parking, Wifi

Stag Cottage At Bigmoor from £444 for 7 nights

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Is Stag Cottage At Bigmoor dog friendly?

    Yes, Stag Cottage at Bigmoor welcomes up to three dogs, which is generous for a cottage sleeping four people. It also has a fully enclosed garden, so your dogs can roam outside safely without needing to be on a lead the whole time.

  • Are dogs allowed at Stag Cottage At Bigmoor year round?

    The listing doesn't specify any seasonal restrictions on dogs, and with Exmoor on the doorstep it's well suited to visits in any season. If you're planning around a particular time of year, it's worth checking directly with the owner to confirm availability and any conditions.

  • What should I know before visiting Stag Cottage At Bigmoor with my dog?

    The cottage sits at the edge of open moorland near Withypool, so you'll want to keep an eye on your dogs when venturing beyond the enclosed garden onto the moor. The surrounding area is walking country through and through — Tarr Steps, a Bronze Age clapper bridge over the River Barle with shallow water dogs can wade in, is less than five miles away and rated one of the best walks in Somerset.

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What’s Nearby?

Dunkery Beacon from Dunkery GateWalk4.3 mi away

Dunkery Beacon from Dunkery Gate

Somerset

Dog Friendly Rating:8/10

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.

View Listing8.1 km · 2 hr 30 min · Moderate
Tarr Steps CircularWalk4.8 mi away

Tarr Steps Circular

Somerset

Dog Friendly Rating:9/10

An easy riverside walk to a magical ancient clapper bridge with high off-lead potential and excellent water access from the River Barle; the Tarr Farm Inn adds a perfect finish.

View Listing3.9 km · 1 hr 15 min · Easy
Wimbleball Lake LoopWalk5.2 mi away

Wimbleball Lake Loop

Somerset

Dog Friendly Rating:8/10

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.

View Listing4.8 km · 1 hr 30 min · Easy
Horner Wood CircularWalk7 mi away

Horner Wood Circular

Somerset

Dog Friendly Rating:8/10

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.

View Listing6.4 km · 2 hr 30 min · Moderate
Porlock Weir and Porlock MarshWalk7.7 mi away

Porlock Weir and Porlock Marsh

Somerset

Dog Friendly Rating:8/10

A varied coastal and marshland walk with good facilities at the characterful harbour village; the flat terrain suits dogs of all fitness levels.

View Listing5.6 km · 1 hr 30 min · Easy
Porlock BeachBeach7.8 mi away

Porlock Beach

Somerset

Dog Friendly Rating:7/10

A wild shingle beach on the Exmoor coast with year-round dog access, backed by salt marsh and the dramatic hills of Exmoor.

View ListingPebble · Year Round