Dunster, Exmoor and The Quantocks - an area full of natural beauty, picturesque villages, beaches and rugged coastline

Wake to the sound of chattering reed warblers or the puffing of a nearby steam train. The Duck Chalet is the perfect setting for a relaxing traditional seaside holiday and is also an excellent base from which to explore the surrounding scenic countryside and coastline by foot, cycle, steam train, bus or car.

Duck Chalet on Dunster Beach

The self catering chalet is situated in a tranquil area of the well maintained Dunster Beach Chalet Park. It overlooks Hawn Lakes, a nature reserve and has views of Dunster Castle and the wooded slopes of Exmoor to the rear, and a few yards away is Dunster Beach and the Bristol Channel. With no through road and a strict 10 mph speed limit, it is a safe place for children to play. The beach is sand and pebble with safe bathing.

 

 

The Chalet

The Chalet accommodates a maximum of five people. It comprises a well equipped kitchen, a dining area, a small bathroom with shower, sink and toilet, a living area which includes a sofa bed and TV, a partitioned room with a single and a bunk bed. Outside there is a small patio area to the front and rear. There is parking for one vehicle. Dogs are welcome if kept under control and must be kept on a lead on the main site. Bins are provided so please clean up after your dog. The penalty for fouling is £60.

The view from the rear of the chalet

Park Facilities

Dunster Beach Chalet Park is situated on the sheltered Blue Anchor Bay on the edge of Exmoor National Park. There are 200 hundred privately owned detached chalets occupying the site which is maintained to a very high standard. The site is child friendly. There is a well stocked shop with groceries, household items, newspapers, magazines and has a comprehensive selection of brochures to all local attractions. It also sells hot and cold takeaway food and cream teas on the seating area. Outside the shop is a post box and public telephone. There are five heated shower and toilet blocks, a laundry room, tennis court and a putting green.

Outdoor Activities

  • Tennis, golf and sea fishing on site.
  • Walking, bird watching, surfing, horse riding and pony trekking all nearby.


Local Events and Attractions

  • Wachet Carnival in late July.
  • Dunster Country Show in grounds of Dunster Castle, end of July.
  • Minehead May Day morning a colourful hobby-horse dances through the town. Minehead Lifeboat race. West Somerset Railway.
  • Beer festival at Minehead Station mid September with live music Sat night and Sun lunchtime.

At 20 miles, the West Somerset Railway is the longest privately owned passenger rail line in Britain

Location

Dunster Beach is on the north Somerset coast between Minehead and Wachet.

 

Tariff

Tariff per week Mar £225, Apr £255, May £280, Jun £305, Jul £325, Aug £325, Sept £305, Oct £255. Add £20 for any week that includes a bank holiday.

Bookings

Weekly bookings are from 2pm Saturday to midday the following Saturday. Shorter breaks are possible during the quieter periods at £30 per night. On booking, a non returnable deposit of £60 is required and should be sent to the address below. If the deposit is not received within 7 days then the booking will be cancelled. Any cancellations must be made in writing. The balance is payable 8 weeks before arrival.

NB. Guests must provide their own linen - duvet covers, sheets, pillow cases, towels and tea towels. Duvets and pillows are supplied. Travel cots can be hired from the office.

Site rules state that smoking is not permitted inside any chalet and BBQ's are not allowed anywhere on the park.

For further information, or booking availability please contact the chalet owner:-
J.R. Marshall
102 The Common
Broughton Gifford
Nr Melksham
Wiltshire SN12 8LY

Tel: 01225 783485 or 07960673383

info@beachchaletholidays.co.uk