Quist Cottage

4.5★

6 Guests
3 Bedrooms
1 Bathroom
Pets Yes
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Off road parking
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

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* Based on a combined average customer score

36 Customer Review(s)

David
September 2024

“ Booking Reference: 5G7TL-24-EN Hello Our stay at Quist Cottage was memorable to say the least, the weather was kind to us, and the views magnificent.”

However the cottage could have been cleaner, spiders, spiders webs and dust were common. Had it been cleaned before we got in ? There were things that were dangerous as well , the fire extinguishers were undated (for standard requirements), the smoke alarm was missing its battery and had its cover missing, one of the kitchen chairs was splintered, the amount of dead Insect refuse behind the cupboards,TV and beds , but the bed issue being bad (as on of our party suffer from asthma), the ...

However the cottage could have been cleaner, spiders, spiders webs and dust were common. Had it been cleaned before we got in ? There were things that were dangerous as well , the fire extinguishers were undated (for standard requirements), the smoke alarm was missing its battery and had its cover missing, one of the kitchen chairs was splintered, the amount of dead Insect refuse behind the cupboards,TV and beds , but the bed issue being bad (as on of our party suffer from asthma), the quantity of grime everywhere including in the oven was appalling. I have loads of photos to support these concerns. I look forward to your comments. Regards David Jones

- David, September 2024

Thank you for your comments, we're sorry you had a few issues during your stay. We've enjoyed very positive feedback about Quist so we were surprised and disappointed to read about your experience. We are always on hand to resolve any issues that guests encounter. I'm sorry you didn't make us aware of any problems during your stay as rest assured we would have been there straight away to resolve them. We have taken your feedback onboard and spoken to our caretaking team accordingly to make any necessary improvements. Best wishes All at Quist Property Owner
Stuart August 2024

“We had great relaxing holiday.”

House was bigger than imagined good size garden and with a rare games room. House is very quirky old fashioned in parts but we loved it. Village where House is set is great nice play park, walks for the dog and a friendly pub and Village shop which you can get a coffee and breakfast which was really nice. Definitely would visit again.

- Stuart, August 2024
Alexa August 2024

“Absolutely delightful stay, Quist was the perfect place for us to use as a base whilst our boy was playing cricket at Kings College.”

It had everything that we needed and was perfect with our dog. The walks around the village are lovely and The Hatch Inn pub was perfect with its beers and food.. Thursday nights are great with Pizza Night! Will definitely be returning next year

- Alexa, August 2024
Guy June 2024

“Quist is a lovely older style family cottage- ideal for a group -perfect if you have dogs.”

It's in a beautiful village. The garden is spacious and olde worlde We love it. Liz and Guy

- Guy, June 2024
Hazel June 2024

“This cottage was beyond our expectations both inside and out.”

The peacocks are very friendly and will almost eat out of your hand. There was everything we could need and sometimes more. I would not recommend the local pub (we only went once) who were not friendly and their customer service was rather lacking as was their menu. I would recommend The George in Donyatt, they are friendly and welcoming and the menu is great. If you like cider there are numerous farms locally.

- Hazel, June 2024
Ana May 2024

“Lovely spacious comfortable cottage in a really peaceful picturesque village but also very convenient to Taunton and motorway links to London.”

A proper ex-family home with everything you would need inside, all in very good working order from heating to washing machines and hot water; lovely garden and games room was a hit with the children as was the park 1 minute walk from the cottage. Lovely old fashioned cottage with separate gate and driveway for privacy. Nice not to be hovering over a larger main house / owner sharing the garden etc.. like so many holiday lets. Good size spacious rooms and nice kitchen. We had a great time, thank you.

- Ana, May 2024
Mike September 2023

“The description of the cottage was good and it was very well equipped, especially the kitchen, although I was unable to find a hairdryer.”

The cottage was clean and tidy on arrival and the booklet of information basic, but useful. It was great to have the linen and towels provided too. The garden was a good size, nice seating, which we used when the sun was out and secure for the dogs. It was a surprise to see the peacocks wandering about. There was a very nice park with a children's play area locally. The directions were very useful but we did get confused looking for a black gate - it's no longer black, the neighbours were helpful. We enjoyed a peaceful and restful stay. Thank you

- Mike, September 2023
Janet July 2023

“This property could be great, but needs some tlc.”

Everything a bit grubby and long past its best.

- Janet, July 2023
Melanie May 2023

“An absolutely fantastic cottage.”

We had an amazing weeks holiday. The garden is a great size to enjoy, the dogs loved it

- Melanie, May 2023
Katie December 2022

“Beautiful cottage much larger than we expected, the photos simply don’t do it justice!”

Kitchen has everything in it you’d need. We had a few issues with heating whilst we stayed but our contact for the property and the owner were both very helpful

- Katie, December 2022
Jan October 2022

“Lovely stay (again) at Quist Cottage.”

- Jan, October 2022
Bernie August 2022

“We had a lovely two weeks and if we are back in the area again will definitely try and book Quist, it was perfect for us and ideal for getting to all the attractions in Somerset.”

- Bernie, August 2022
Christina August 2022

“We had a wonderful week at Quist Cottage the garden was perfect for the children and dog to run around and not worry.”

The visiting peacocks and other birds made it more exciting. The table tennis and darts in the playroom kept kids and us quiet! Old house with real character tucked away at the end of a lane made it very peaceful. Nice village and park opposite for walks and playground. Left feeling refreshed. Plenty of books to read too! Would stay again if in Somerset.

- Christina, August 2022
John May 2022

“Loved it. Clean and spacious property.”

Good wifi in most rooms, Netflix and even have a piano. Lots of character and lovely big garden, with enough trees and bushes to play hide and seek with the dogs. Hatch inn, couple of hundred yards away, very welcoming - had a few meals and drinks there and very dog friendly. Lots of interesting locations/walks etc nearby.

- John, May 2022
Judith September 2021

“The house and grounds were perfect for our stay.”

We held a family party while we were there and the children played happily in the gardens, climbing trees, playing hide and seek and generally doing what children should do. The house is exceptionally well equipped with everything we needed and the large fridge/freezer was a blessing. Upstairs the roomy bathroom helped with small children and there was plenty of room for us all to have our own space but get together when we wanted to. The village is beautiful, with a play park across the road and lots of lovely walks. The Farthings hotel is wonderful for an evening drink or a beautiful supper and the pub down the road is friendly and family orientated. I would recommend Quist Cottage unreservedly.

- Judith, September 2021
Karl June 2021

“The area is not particularly good for dog walkers who are looking for: a.”

Long country walks, as the styles are not dog friendly and in some cases were blocked or locked by farmers. b. a local field to let their dog off for ball throwing etc. The only community field in the vicinity calls for dogs to be kept on a lead. If you want to use the restaurant facility for the Farthings Hotel immediately adjacent, then you really need to book. Not because the place is that popular and there will be a lack of room; but because the owner guests stressed out if everything is not planned and lined up to his liking (told us he'd serve us in about half an hour if we wanted to come back, but made us feel most unwelcome - so we voted with our feet). The fish and chip wagon comes along on a Wednesday, but not when they're on holiday. Not sure how you get to know though, as there's nothing mentioned on their website so we were unfortunately wandering the village looking for them and only to be disappointed. Quist Cottage itself is becoming a little tired now and probably due a good spruce up, but to be fair it's got a lovely garden and is exceptionally well equipped. Generally, this is a lovely location and ideal if you're looking for peace and quiet, but still within a short drive to shops and restaurants.

- Karl, June 2021
Brenda May 2021

“Really lovely cottage, cosy and well set up.”

Log burner kicks out a lot of heat! The photos don’t do the house or garden justice. Fantastic stay, throughly recommended.

- Brenda, May 2021
Lynn September 2020

“Home fromhome.”

.will be back

- Lynn, September 2020
Karen September 2020

“Everything fantastic.”

One small criticism was baking trays could have been newer.(2 or 3.). But that’s it..

- Karen, September 2020
Martin August 2020

“We had a fantastic holiday in Somerset and loved the cottage/house and its location.”

It was so quiet and relaxing. The large garden was a great place to read and generally chill out. The dogs loved it.

- Martin, August 2020
Simone July 2020

“Really enjoyed our 1 week stay here in July 2020 just after National lockdown 1.”

Lovely cottage and gardens in a beautiful area. Lots of room in the cottage. We spent most of our time when we were at the cottage between the kitchen and the garden. In the kitchen area there is the large dining table and chairs and a handy sofa and TV. We spent a lot of time in the evening in the games room playing table tennis and darts. We were very lucky with the weather so were able to enjoy 2 or 3 barbecues and we cooked at the cottage (kitchen utensils were abundant) apart from one evening when we ate out. Fantastic area for exploring. We visited the Watchet area on Bridgwater Bay, Lyme Regis on Lyme Bay and many places in between. I'd recommend the cottage and the area and would go back myself.

- Simone, July 2020
Robert December 2019

“Just a lovely location, very private, everything you need to have a great holiday.”

Plenty of kitchen equipment, very sociable eating area. Garden full of birds, little seating areas to have a coffee and enjoy. Quirky without being too quirky. Built for country living with washable Hall and kitchen floors, plenty of books though, in the cozy lounge /Reading room or as we made it, the quiet zone!

- Robert, December 2019
Ralf September 2019

“Quist Cottage is a very spacious well equipped holiday rental situated in a small village with a pub and a hotel (both dog friendly).”

The cottage is very old property and the age is reflected in the fabric of the bulding and the fixtures and fittings. Overall we were very comfortable here and enjoyed exploring the surrounding areas. Owners of small dogs should be aware that the large garden is not secure, both our dogs got out - one through a gap in the fence and one under the gate!! The hotel next door has a muster of Peacocks who regularly visit the garden of the cottage, not great if you have a terrier.

- Ralf, September 2019
Claire July 2019

“Fantastic location and property.”

Very nice location with excellent views and local pubs

- Claire, July 2019
Yvonne July 2019

“Quist Cottage was a lovely cottage.”

Bigger than we expected with a lovely garden. We enjoyed seeing the peacocks from the hotel next door including one baby. There was everything we needed at the cottage and the village had a lovely pub, the Hatch Inn where we ate a few times. The greyhound pub was also good and a short drive away. The cottage was ideally situated for the Kings cricket festival where our grandson was playing cricket each day.

- Yvonne, July 2019
Paul June 2019

“Traditional cosy large cottage situated at end of quiet lane.”

Spacious rooms up and downstairs. Really large garden we enjoyed sitting in and our dogs liked exploring. Country Hotel with nice grounds, bar and restaurant next door, including peafowl roaming the garden. Nice pub along road.

- Paul, June 2019
J May 2019

“We were extremely well looked after by the caretaker,Vicky,who could not have been more helpful and went out of her way to assist us !”

- J, May 2019
Judith April 2019

“The garden is much more of an asset to the cottage than the adverts ...”

The garden is much more of an asset to the cottage than the adverts suggest;large, child and dog friendly and very private - great space to relax when the weather was so good

- Judith, April 2019
Rosemary April 2019

“Wonderful; cottage and so homely.”

Thank you so much.

- Rosemary, April 2019
Josephine October 2018

“Quist is a very relaxing place to stay.”

It feels like a home . Not pretentious or anything like that. The stone floor is a joy for dog owners and easily swept. My husband was overjoyed to find a really good selection of books. He refused to come out with us on one day because he was stuck into Bring on the Empty Horses by Niven and wanted to finish it. He said that it was lovely to relax on his own. I hope we can stay again there. Yours, Jo Franks

- Josephine, October 2018
John September 2018

“Lovely place to stay nice and cosy and warm lovely garden for the dog .”

We had good meals in the pub and the hotel next door we where made very wecome.

- John, September 2018
Leonie September 2018

“Quist Cottage was charming, a sweet, well situated cottage in a lovely village.”

The facilities were very good and the house was very well equipped. The only slight problem was my sister and brother in law found the small double and single bed mattresses uncomfortable. Our double bed was fine, on complaints from us. The information regarding things to do and see were comprehensive and the local pub and fish and chips on a Wednesday were second to non, the pub was full of life with friendly people to chat to. Our dogs loved the holiday, particularly the garden and Exmouth beach which they were overjoyed to play on with no restrictions. A lovely holiday, thank you.

- Leonie, September 2018
Jody September 2018

“Amazing house would absolutely recommend and return”

- Jody, September 2018
Ioan August 2018

“The cottage was very charming and quiet.”

The facilities were good and gave a good feeling. Just a few small things could do with addressing such as a leak from the main shower. The light in the games room did not work. In one bedroom the ceiling could do with refurbishing.

- Ioan, August 2018
Gloria June 2018

“It was like home from home.”

There were plenty of books and games and interesting things to see, including the peacocks.

- Gloria, June 2018
Phillip May 2018

“Cottage is located in a quiet village, overlooking the hotel gardens next door, beautiful view, shared with a magnificent peacock and his 3 lovely peahens who came to visit us everyday,.”

The cottage garden is big and has plenty of space for our little dog to explore. The cottage itself is stunning, very cosy, big kitchen, plenty of space for 3 people sharing.

- Phillip, May 2018

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Summary

Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size, 1x Room with Super king size bed with Standard Length, 1 x bunk room
Bathroom with bath, shower, basin and WC
Kitchen/diner with woodburning stove
Utility/cloakroom with basin and WC
Sitting room
External games room
Central heating with woodburning stove
Electric oven, gas hob, fridge, freezer, microwave, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, TV/DVD, WiFi, piano
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Off-road parking for three cars
Lawned garden with barbecue
Two well-behaved pets welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop 2 miles, pub 0.1 miles
Note: The garden might not be completely secure for small dogs
Note: The bedrooms have limited hanging space; wardrobes are not provided
Please note: pets are not allowed in carpeted sitting room or anywhere upstairs; pets are allowed in kitchen/dining area

The property

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £100.

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About the location

ILMINSTER

Chard 5.3 miles; Taunton 12.5 miles; Yeovil 14.6 miles

A town and civil parish in the countryside of south west Somerset, Ilminster lies in a desirable position for exploring the south of England. In close reach of both the Blackdown Hills and the Dorset Area's of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the town makes an extremely scenic base for those seeking outdoor wonder, with plenty of activities to entertain all tastes. The parish includes the charming hamlet of Sea, combining to offer a good range of pubs, cafés, restaurants and takeaways for all of your culinary requirements, as well as a selection of supermarkets and independent shops to take your pick from. Taking its name from the River Isle and its large church of St Mary, Ilminster also benefits from a rich history, with its art gallery and concert hall once being a sixteenth-century grammar school, as well as a traditional Edwardian-style clothing and soft furnishings store named Dyers letting you get a real feel for the town's past. Enjoy a show in the town's theatre, Warehouse Theatre, or venture to the nearby historic town of Yeovil, offering wonderful retail experiences, an impressive golf club, pleasant parks and gardens and much more, with the Yeovil Railway Centre being a particular wonder. The National Trust property of Montacute House is in easy reach too, with its impressive Elizabethan Renaissance architecture and design, alongside charming gardens where you can while away the hours, or venture into one of the nearby AONB's for all matters of outdoor adventure including walking, cycling, horse riding amongst remarkable vistas. In reach of Chard and Taunton, as well as the famed town of Glastonbury with its world-renowned music festival, Ilminster makes the perfect holiday base at any time of year.

Note: Pets are charged at £30 per pet, per week (or short break)
Please note: pets are not allowed in carpeted sitting room or anywhere upstairs; pets are allowed in kitchen/dining area.

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Reviews & Ratings

“﻿ Booking Reference: 5G7TL-24-EN ﻿Hello Our stay at Quist Cottage was memorable to say the least, the weather was kind to us, and the views magnificent.”

“We had great relaxing holiday.”

“Absolutely delightful stay, Quist was the perfect place for us to use as a base whilst our boy was playing cricket at Kings College.”

“Quist is a lovely older style family cottage- ideal for a group -perfect if you have dogs.”

“This cottage was beyond our expectations both inside and out.”

“Lovely spacious comfortable cottage in a really peaceful picturesque village but also very convenient to Taunton and motorway links to London.”

“The description of the cottage was good and it was very well equipped, especially the kitchen, although I was unable to find a hairdryer.”

“This property could be great, but needs some tlc.”

“An absolutely fantastic cottage.”

“Beautiful cottage much larger than we expected, the photos simply don’t do it justice!”

“Lovely stay (again) at Quist Cottage.”

“We had a lovely two weeks and if we are back in the area again will definitely try and book Quist, it was perfect for us and ideal for getting to all the attractions in Somerset.”

“We had a wonderful week at Quist Cottage the garden was perfect for the children and dog to run around and not worry.”

“Loved it. Clean and spacious property.”

“The house and grounds were perfect for our stay.”

“The area is not particularly good for dog walkers who are looking for: a.”

“Really lovely cottage, cosy and well set up.”

“Home fromhome.”

“Everything fantastic.”

“We had a fantastic holiday in Somerset and loved the cottage/house and its location.”

“Really enjoyed our 1 week stay here in July 2020 just after National lockdown 1.”

“Just a lovely location, very private, everything you need to have a great holiday.”

“Quist Cottage is a very spacious well equipped holiday rental situated in a small village with a pub and a hotel (both dog friendly).”

“Fantastic location and property.”

“Quist Cottage was a lovely cottage.”

“Traditional cosy large cottage situated at end of quiet lane.”

“We were extremely well looked after by the caretaker,Vicky,who could not have been more helpful and went out of her way to assist us !”

“The garden is much more of an asset to the cottage than the adverts ...”

“Wonderful; cottage and so homely.”

“Quist is a very relaxing place to stay.”

“Lovely place to stay nice and cosy and warm lovely garden for the dog .”

“Quist Cottage was charming, a sweet, well situated cottage in a lovely village.”

“Amazing house would absolutely recommend and return”

“The cottage was very charming and quiet.”

“It was like home from home.”

“Cottage is located in a quiet village, overlooking the hotel gardens next door, beautiful view, shared with a magnificent peacock and his 3 lovely peahens who came to visit us everyday,.”

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ILMINSTER

“ Booking Reference: 5G7TL-24-EN Hello Our stay at Quist Cottage was memorable to say the least, the weather was kind to us, and the views magnificent.”