Find self-catering holiday cottages, country cottages, apartments, flats, country houses, farmhouses, houseboats, pine lodges, log cabins, pet-friendly cottages, cottages for the disabled, and other holiday lets for your visit to Taunton, Somerset, England. Self-catering rentals shown are within 7 miles of Taunton.
The county town of Somerset is Taunton, which is the perfect place for a self-catering cottage holiday with friends and family in this charming part of England. With a rich history dating back over one thousand years, a great shopping district and lots of places of interest to visit, from museums to castles, you and your loved ones can have a vibrant and varied break if you choose to reside in accommodation in Taunton. You can also even visit the inspiring and breath-taking Exmoor National Park for the day which is only around a 30 minute drive from the town, if you want to soak up some stunning rural scenery in Somerset.
There are several historical and listed buildings to explore when staying in Taunton. One of these Is the Grade I listed Gray’s Almshouses on East Street which dates back to 1615 and was founded to help poor and single women. There are also lots of Tudor buildings that line Fore Street and are fascinating to see, especially if you have an interest in old architecture. For culture, there are a number of theatres such as the Brewhouse Theatre and Arts Centre and the Somerset County Museum which is located on the grounds of Taunton Castle, also great to visit.
With lots of beautiful public parks including Victoria Park and Vivary Park, a couple of shopping centres and a friendly population, renting a self-catering cottage in Taunton is perfect for if you and your family and friends wish to experience a lively town in Somerset yet at the same time, being able to visit delightful rural areas of the county as well. With lots of cottages available to rent with fully-equipped kitchens, spacious bedrooms and comfortable living rooms, you and your loved ones will have a holiday you will wish to repeat year after year.
Self-catering cottages near Taunton