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The Railway Hut

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Uniquely situated next to the WSR heritage railway at Dunster
Self catering and ensuite accommodation for two people
Ideal location for Dunster village, Dunster beach and Exmoor.

The Railway Hut is a self contained shepherd's hut for two, with luxurious double bed, all seasons duvet and cotton bed linen. There is an ensuite shower room with complimentary eco-friendly toiletries and freshly laundered towels. The Kitchenette includes a two ring induction hob, sink and mini fridge, as well as cookware, crockery and cutlery. Kitchen basics, such as tea, coffee, milk, butter, etc are also included. The cosy log burner is laid and ready to be lit and comes with a starter pack of wood. Inside you will also find a good selection of guides, maps and routes for your use. Outside you'll find your own private garden space with seating, fire pit and bbq, perfect for enjoying evening views across the field to Dunster Castle. Parking for one vehicle is also included.

Site type

Open all year

Please note

Languages spoken

English

Pitch types & availability

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Features

Campfires allowed

Leisure on park

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis Watersports

Amenities on park

Bath available Car parking by site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed

Themes

Hikers’ paradise Leave the car at home Peaceful

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Accessibility

Accessible parking at site Disabled facilities Level campground, no steep slopes Uneven terrain; gravel or loose mud

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horseback riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby

Location

The Railway Hut

Station House

Lower Marsh

Dunster

Somerset

England

TA24 6PJ

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)

GPS

51.19282°N
-3.4381°W

Nearest transport

Coach

2.3 km Butlins

3.2 km The Parade

28 km Post Office

Rail

22.5 km Rhoose Rail Station

23 km Bishop's Lydeard

24.3 km Llantwit Major Rail Station

Ferry

3.4 km Minehead Harbour

25.7 km Barry Waterfront Ferry Terminal

31.7 km Bridgwater Ferry Terminal

Airport

23.9 km Cardiff International Airport

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

We are uniquely situated beside the platform at Dunster station, perfect 'ring side seats' for watching the West Somerset Railway steam trains pull in and out. A full calendar of events from steam and diesel gala's to 1940's weekends are all literally just outside your door. Buy your ticket in the station or online before you arrive and spend a day exploring the costal towns and villages of West Somerset and beyond. Within walking distance you will find medieval Dunster village with its bustling cafes, shops, traditional pubs and award winning restaurants. Not forgetting NT Dunster Castle with its historic ramparts, beautiful gardens and original working watermill. The woodlands and hills beyond Dunster are a treat for walkers and cyclists alike. You'll find Iron Age hill forts, record breaking trees and some first class MTB trails for you to explore (we have secure bike storage on site) Also on our doorstep is Dunster beach, perfect for long strolls, swimming and views across the Channel to Wales.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name	Distance	Type	2020	2019	2018	2017
Dunster North West	0.9 km	Sea	N/A	N/A	N/A	Good
Minehead Terminus	2.6 km	Sea	N/A	Good	Good	Good
Blue Anchor West	2.8 km	Sea	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Porlock Weir	13.4 km	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Cold Knap Barry	24 km	Sea	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Blackdown Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty 33.9 km

St Fagans: National History Museum 34.5 km

Millennium Stadium 36.5 km

The Cardiff Story (opens April 1st 2011) 36.7 km

Cardiff Castle 36.7 km

National Trust

Dunster Castle 1.4 km

Dunster Working Watermill 1.5 km

Holnicote Estate 8.8 km

Coleridge Cottage 20.1 km

Watersmeet 25.4 km

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

DUNSTER CASTLE 2 km

Webbers Post - Brockwell - Dunkery Breacon - Stoke Pero 9.3 km

NETTLECOMBE COURT 9.4 km

ST AUDRIES (HOUSE) 11.4 km

Wimbleball Lake - Haddon Hill - Wimbleball lake 14.2 km

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

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Nearest sites

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Frequently asked questions

Does The Railway Hut have a swimming pool? No View all features
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What attractions are near The Railway Hut? We are uniquely situated beside the platform at Dunster station, perfect 'ring side seats' for watching the West Somerset Railway steam trains pull in and out. A full calendar of events from … Read more
When can I check in and check out of The Railway Hut?

On-park accommodation

Arrive: 3 p.m. – 9 p.m.

Depart by: 10 a.m.

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