6 Malthouse Court

The property was very clean and had everything you need for a very comfortable stay.

Set in an ideal position very close to everything in this beautiful harbour town. The little courtyard was the only let down as the furniture was broken and needed a little tlc.

Lovely place, would nice if there was a hand rail in the shower , didn't feel safe, also the neighbour waiting to move back in, kept reminding me to move out by 10, annoying

This property isn't up to standard and should not be rented out until remedial work has been carried out.

I didn't want to give any stars but had to to submit this review.9

As other reviewers have mentioned, the property is in a great location with the car park just outside.

The village is great and interesting. However, the property would get a higher rating from us if the owners would put some elbow grease into cleaning the property properly. The fabric sofa needs a good scrub if not just a vacuum. The floors were all filthy and the downstairs floor needs a good scrub with the upstairs carpets needing a good professional cleaning. We brought our whippet and made zero mess with her. Just because people can bring dogs doesn't mean you shouldn't clean properly. We returned home and both have nasty colds. Hmmm...

Disappointment on arrival, found bed broken in kids rooms slates missing Window in kids room no handle so unable to open Courtyard brambles ,covered in weeds,cigarette butt's all over courtyard Two seat bench in courtyard broken Leaking tap downstairs toilet i isolated Bowl under boiler to catch drips Sofa arm not attached Child found vape under floor Oven door did not close Oven shelf used as fridge shelf Few other bits curtain torn in living area , Only 4 coat hangers No bath mat Shower very poor sprayed everywhere No inner to pedal bin in kitchen, no spare bags for bins in fact no bags at all in bedroom bins Owner was told about some of issues said he new about some including courtyard but was waiting for a gardner.

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We really enjoyed our time in Watchet.

The cottage was well positioned in the town & quiet. It was a bit dated inside with the welcome mat & carpets (particularly the hall way one) needing replacing. The garden area needed sweeping & weeding as sharing it with other people's cigarette butts was unpleasant. The sofa was comfortable, however had crumbs on it when we arrived & their were crumbs on the floor at the side of the dining room table. The hallway bannister needs a good scrub & the bathroom updating. The beds were very comfortable. The kitchen could do with more crockery- only 3 dinner plates, however wasn't an issue for us as only 3 of us, however the property does sleep 4. The downstairs toilet had a leaking hot tap. Despite all this we did stay on an additional 2 days, but mainly for the area rather than the property. With a bit of TLC it could be a perfect base.

perfectly location for our needs.

convenient to all local amenities. the free car parking was an added bonus !!

the cottage was very pretty and clean.

Unfortunately there were a number of problems that caused me anxiety, made the holiday less relaxing and were not resolved by the owner during my stay.

This cottage is very well situated in the middle of Watchet.

Access into (and out of) the courtyard is through gates with a keypad. This worked well once we became familiar with the number entry. Having the car park available next door to the property with a permit was an advantage. The shops and pubs are literally only a few minutes walk away. It was good to have a gas hob and an excellent frying pan. As usual there was only a clothes hanger drier which given wet weather was more difficult. The TV gave a good picture and generally a good signal once I had reconnected the aerial cable to the booster.

In general a good cottage in an excellent central location, very handy for the main pubs, shops and cafe.

Only a short stroll from the marina, but also benefits from being located in a quiet gated courtyard. The cottage could just do with a bit of an update and a really good clean to turn it from good to great. The sofa had seen better days, probably one of the risks of being ‘pet friendly’. Laminate floor needs a good clean and the carpet on the stairs and landing needs replacing. The non slip mat in the bath needs replacing too, as it’s not in very nice condition and would be relatively cheap to renew. So overall good, just needs a bit of work to bring it back to the high standards we have come to expect of Sykes.

The property really needs decorating throughout The carpet is very dirty and badly stained Wooden floor dirty and sticky in places Sofa very poor condition Curtains to patio doors ripped Outside courtyard full of weeds Entrance to property full of weeds and very poorly maintained

Clean cottage 7 bulbs not working but that was fixed just needs a bit of TLC

A delightful little place near the heart of Watchet, a beautiful little harbour town.

Parking on the public car park was not a problem even on busy days there was a space . Even though it backs onto the car park it wasn’t noisy or busy . Shops and restaurants and the harbour all within short walking distance. Local residents were very friendly and helpful and there was a lovely sense of community. Cottage inside was very clean and tidy , adequate kitchen essentials for cooking , also a washing machine and fridge freezer. Bed linen and towels were bright , fresh clean and spotless . The only thing I would say wasn’t so great was the maintenance of the outside of the property to the front and rear , the front door looked very tired and weary as did the patio furniture and rear court yard where it needed weeding and a lick of paint and general maintenance on the patio doors . The lining of the patio curtains was ripped in several places and the sofa looked a bit tired in places , general wear and tear. I have only marked it lower for maintenance as the facilities were great . Non of these things spoiled my stay or made me uncomfortable I would like the owners to be aware as it really is a great little place and a wonderful place to explore Watchet and the surrounding areas, these things would only improve and enhance its overall appeal. Also the little guide book could potentially include a lot more information about places to visit and events at the local harbour. Whilst I was there there was a lovely little market by the harbour and events at the Quay that I found by chance. Dunster Beach is beautiful and great for walking dogs only a short drive away , the Memorial Park a short walk from the cottage with a nice space to walk dogs . Also there’s a lovely walk along the old steam route at Dunster beach which is flat and paved with beautiful views of the sea and the fields and castle . Watchet is a lovely little gem with all needed for a lovely stay and there are plenty of things to do and explore.

Only problem was three downstairs lights not working Otherwise all good

Cosy cottage, generally clean and comfortable with good facilities.

Excellent location for the town and amenities and not too inconvenient having to use the adjacent public car park. Minor grumbles: some lightbulbs not working; needed to send reminder to owner to get parking set-up; heating (Hive-controlled) a bit erratic; gate combination lock difficult to see in the dark, but overall a very pleasant stay and would return.

The property is very close to the town centre with all the restaurants, cafes, shops and pubs within a 2 minute walk.

It did feel a a bit tired and the cleanliness wasn't that good, we had to wash up the cooking pots before we could use them and it just felt a bit unloved. The slats on the single bed came away very easily, it would only takes someone to go round with a screwdriver and fix them in position to sort them out. The pressure on the shower is very weak. It was an enjoyable stay, but could do with a bit of a re-furb.

On the whole we were very comfortable in Malthouse Court.

The hot water is really hot very quickly, and the bed is super comfortable. We appreciate the car parking and the fact that the accommodation is very quietly situated but so central to everything you might need in the town. We were a little disappointed that the glasses needed washing before we could use them, and we had no cupboard to store our food. However the fridge and freezer were very useful. Thank you.

Location couldn't have been better.

The system for pre arranging parking and collecting the keys - couldn't fault. On arrival the cottage looked clean, a few scuff marks here and there but nothing major. We noticed a slight problem after the first night and bought it to the owner's attention, this was sorted promptly and we were happy. We found the mattress on the bed way too soft for our liking. Our main issue was the cleanliness of the saucepans and some of the kitchen utensils which we only noticed after a few days. The saucepans all had food residue in them which we had to clean out and most of the knives and forks had grease on them. We found that unacceptable and shoukd have been picked up by the cleaning staff before we arrived. Apart from that issue we had a good stay.

Great location.

Cottage matched the description. All lovely and clean, plenty of spare bedding and good kitchen facilities. Comfortable beds, good Wi-Fi and TV (once we figures out that it all needed switching on). Always parking available in the car park. My only negative point was that the shower screen leaked substantially. I had to direct the shower head with the least impact of hitting the screen or the side of the bath to reduce leakage which made for a less enjoyable shower.

this property was booked for a two week stay I would not recommend it for long stays as the area is looking tired the house keeping requires a little more attention.

it is more suited to a couple of nights the seating area at the back of the property is very small and enclosed within brick walls with no view. would I book visit this area again the answer has to be no

One of the bed slats was broken,which would say it wasn’t checked after previous people had left.

Other than that very happy.

Having stayed in Sykes properties in the past, I was surprised to find that for this stay my expectations were not met On previous stays with Sykes the owners left a welcome pack including a bottle of wine, some biscuits, a small loaf of bread and some butter and milk in the fridge which was a lovely touch - no welcome pack for this stay!


 No shower gel, or soap bars were provided and the liquid soap dispensers in the bathroom and toilet had approx 1 cm of soap at the bottom; there was hardly any washing up liquid left in the kitchen, no scourer pad to help clean dirty crockery and the frying pan, the cleaning spray for work surfaces was empty and finally there were no spare toilet rolls provided. These may seem minor problems to some people, but to us it took the edge off our experience. The last thing we expected was to have to go out as soon as we had arrived to purchase the basic essentials.

Looking tired, great location but let down by appearance of garden and outside space .

Shower is not much more than a dribble, settee needs updating

First time booking through Sykes and based on our experience it won't be the only time.

A nice little place, which can sleep up to 4 but is most comfortable for 2/3 due to the small living space and lack of preparation area in the kitchen (all the more reason to experience some of the nice eating establishments in town - as if there were not enough excuses already). Ideally situated by the main amenities in Watchet and the water, it's the location which is the major attraction for the Malthouse. The owners were very friendly and helpful, which is another big plus point considering similar properties we've used in the past. At the time we stayed there were a lot of weeds in the outdoors area that might need attending to now and again, though our children enjoyed pulling some out :)

Wonderfully placed cottage in centre of Watchet but tired and in need of some care and attention!

Cottage would not suit 4 adults as very small but fine for 2 adults and dog. Lovely walks nearby.

Perfect little cottage very central to all amenities but out of the way enough to be quiet .

Very clean , and with a small issue we had, the owner was very helpful and sorted it immediately. I would love to stay again if we return to watchet. Thank you for having us

we had a very nice time on our holiday,close to pubs,cafes,shops etc and the lovely harbour area,We would consider coming again next year,the only problem we had was access though the gate as there was no light shining on gate,had to buy torch.

The cottage is perfectly situated in the centre of Watchet, 60 seconds walk from the Co-op which is open til 10.

Watchet is an absolutely lovely little place where you can easily spend time just pottering about, in and out of the shops, pubs and cafes, on the beaches, people watching, having a drink or an ice-cream etc. There is plenty to see and do around the surrounding areas too and if you have a car then a drive to the Quantocks, and Blue Anchor are a must. Dunster is also a lovely village to visit. I communicated with John about the cottage and he was prompt and friendly in his replies. The cottage itself is lovely inside. Quite modern, and with traditional doors that really give it a quirky style. On arrival I found a bottle of wine had been left for me, and also tea, coffee and sachets of milk, which was a nice touch. The place is small and I was fine, as I was travelling solo but the listing says it sleeps 4 which I would think would be difficult. The small bedroom is very small. The sofa is a corner sofa with 5 ‘seats’ but you would struggle to get 4 adults on it without everyone’s knees touching. I thought it was perfect for 1, or a couple, and the second room would be fine for a small child, definitely not another couple. I found it strange that there were no cooking basics - eg oil, but there was, at least, salt and pepper. I was disappointed in the cleanliness. On first arrival I was desperate for the bathroom and went into the downstairs loo. There was a brown mark on the seat which I assumed was discolouration but I was able to remove it with toilet paper, so it was clearly something else. I cannot believe a cleaner could kiss something so obvious. It definitely put me off immediately. I also found plates that were not properly clean and the hob wasn’t clean either. The slats in the blinds of the bedroom window were dusty. The owners really need to have a word with the cleaning company. The outside area was frequently shaded which was a blessing in the heatwave and I enjoyed being out there early mornings and evenings. Unfortunately it looked a bit shabby - with weeds growing, plants in pots dead or dying, a dirty table and a mop and bucket out there for some reason! 10 minutes of attention would fix the backyard and it is a shame it hasn’t been done as it lets the property down.

Very nice and convenient.

Owner of the property is helpful and good people skills, easy to communicate with. I will definitely go back.

pleasant stay at 6 malthouse, clean , beds comfortable, outdoor patio could do with tidy up as come dead flowers.

dont feel this would be suitable for 4 persons as second bedroom small and pull out bed on floor. very quiet in Watchett but a pretty village, couple of nice pubs.

The tv reception was rubbish, despite the booster!

Cleanliness was not brilliant- con webs in lounge, some cutlery dirty, a plate had dried on food on it. Putting in the code was a pain and other people had a key to use for this purpose! On saying that, the property was suitable for us and location great… which I had looked in to prior the visit

We had a lovely stay at Malthouse cottages, there was everything we needed (apart from a broom - there was a broom handle under the stairs with no head!

the television reception was appalling only 2 channels available both with interference.

disappointed to have to call regarding parking, then to receive a parking ticket on our last day - another call and to date have not heard if this has been dealt with, not exactly the stress free break we were looking for.

I believe the TV reception in that area is not good so consequently we were losing pictures which wasn't too bad an issue with us but could be with a family.

All in all it was a very pleasant stay and I will be going back in May 2022 which I'm looking forward to. Thank you

Downstairs TV limited stations and loses reception.

Wood floors dirty, Fridge and freezer need defrosting, shelf missing from fridge. Extractor fan sticky and light not working. Gas hobs - not all ignition plugs working. Lack of cooking equipment/poor quality and grubby pans and oven trays. Cracked/stained cups. Settee well worn, leather peeling off. Front and French doors stiff, poorly fitted, and difficult to lock/unlock and open. Stairs/Upstairs Carpets grubby and in need of cleaning. Bathroom window stiff. Bath high and big drop getting out. Shower poor flow.

Cleanliness basic .

Would be useful to have a iron. Sofa not comfortable. Comfy beds. Great location for exploring the area, lovely town .

We had an infant crawling about and within seconds she was filthy.

All the instructions about stripping the beds, the extra time needed to make the property 'covid safe' etc. led us to think and expect that the floors would be clean.

We loved the location, beach, places to eat and being able to bring our small dog

Lovely clean warm and comfy house.

Good free parking yards away on public car park. Pretty beach decor throughout the house. Fridge freezer a bonus as I brought some of my own prepared meals down in case of another lockdown. Quiet but just at the back of the main shopping street 2 minutes away. Beautiful natural beach at nearby West Street. Took an hour to walk down the beach at low tides my dog Barney loved it. Great doggy walks all round Watchet. Plenty of dog friendly eateries around especially Chives for cream tea and sandwiches.

Superficially clean.

But saw Jam on freezer door, bread left in freezer and then started to see :coated dust radiator towel rail bathroom, dirty toilet roll dispenser, skirting also dirty, mould on anti slip mat bath, coffee spillage marks on bar of nest of tables, rust on drainer, dust tv stand, no dispensers on liquid soaps just refil bottles present. Disappointing level when every thing should be high standard to prevent infection. Position property very good, quiet and central.

A very comfortable cottage in a great location.

Secure patio for our dog. Comfy bed. Powerful shower. Close to amenities. Very disappointed that there was no welcome pack as described by previous visitors. We had arrived after a six hour journey and there wasn't even a tea bag, although milk left in the fridge. The kitchen could do with a few extras such as a bread bin and cannisters for tea, sugar etc. There is a washing machine but no clothes line or pegs. Nevertheless we enjoyed our stay and would recommend this holiday cottage.

What a find this was!

We had a wonderful stay in this smashing little cottage right in the heart of an enchanting little seaside town. So close to the harbour, beach, shops, cafe's & pubs but being tucked away behind the high street meant it was lovely and quiet. Also a great location for exploring other places both near and far in Somerset and Devon. A very comfortable, clean and well equipped cottage containing everything we needed to make for a very comfortable and enjoyable stay. The welcome pack was a nice touch too. We will definitely be back!

The cottage is clean and modern.

The location is ideal for Watchet. We found it very quiet and relaxing. Good location for visiting Minehead and Dunster.

This is a great cottage and very conveniently located in the heart of Watchet.

The beaches and harbour are only a two minute walk away, and Minehead is 15 minutes in the car or train which itself has beautiful beaches. The beaches at Watchet are great for rockpools, collecting sea glass and fossils. The cottage was beautifully presented and has everything you need. The washing machine was really useful with two young children! There were also some really nice touches such as shower gels, a bottle of wine and tea, coffee and biscuits left for us, which were really appreciated after a long drive down. We were lucky enough to meet the owner of the cottage who was lovely and I would reiterate our thanks to her. I cant recommend this cottage enough and we will be booking again next year.

Lovely quiet cottage situated nicely in the middle of Watchet.

Welcome pack and milk in fridge on arrival was a pleasant surprise.

Well equipped cottage in an excellent location.

Hope to book again next year.

This is a lovely cottage in the middle of town.

Close to the centre but tucked away in a quiet courtyard. The cottage was spotless and had all you would need.

The first thing to say is that prospective holidaymakers shouldn't be put off by the negative reviews from 2018.

The owners have clearly listened to criticism and acted accordingly. We arrived to find the cottage clean, fresh and bright. Everything worked properly, the welcome pack was indeed welcome, and the level of equipment was fine. In fact, it's rather better than the description and photos suggest, as the old larder fridge has been replaced by a much-needed washing machine (although we couldn't find a drying rack) and a full-size fridge-freezer added. There a nice little private outside space that catches the sun in the afternoon. We enjoyed fossil-hunting in nearby Helwell Bay and a steam train trip to Minehead, with its sandy beach. Samuel Taylor Coleridge's cottage is a short car ride to the east and the splendours of Dunster Castle are nearby to the west. The caravan park at Blue Anchor has a nice indoor swimming pool, sauna and steam room that's very reasonably priced and available to non-residents at off-peak times. As for the town itself, the shops are handy (the Co-op is two minutes away) and enough for everyday needs (there are out-of-town supermarkets at Minehead). I can recommend Sam's Deli where I bought one of the best scotch eggs I've ever tasted. The museums are small and welcoming and the Esplanade (lots of benches and shelters) gives a great view of the harbour.

This property 'does what it says on the tin' as the phrase goes.

The location was brilliant and Watchet as a place to visit exceeded expectations.

Cottage was comfortable & in central location.

Maybe because it was late in season the cottage needs a spring clean grubby in places. Also suggest a grab rail is installed to assist with getting out of the shower ( one of our party found it difficult) .

Inadequate bath towels for 2 weeks stay.

A washing machine would be a good addition as no launderette in the town.

We were disappointed Their was no welcome pack so we had to start shopping The rain gutters dripped and kept us awake There was no views from the cottage We weren’t informed we would have to pay for parking

Cottage was Lovely, very clean and comfortable.

Owners left us a bottle of wine and milk in fridge. A good base to do some touring or a great place to chill out. The patio area Was a bonus bit it did need some TLC, otherwise a fab place.

Wonderful little cottage in watchet , comfortable and central location , welcoming bottle wine of wine and milk .

Needs a bit of TLC and updating , but had a wonderful holiday .

First impressions OK.

After 7hour journey put kettle on which was very greasy on outside,put lights on and one light in kitchen and one in lounge area did not work.! walking up stairs noticed above skirting board needed painting . Second bedroom had no bedside table and light on windowsill did not work and needed a new shade as it had pieces missing. The wardrobe was canvas and had various bedding piled on top.We phoned owner next morning and he sent Louise round with new lightbulbs..We pointed out that on the patio doors there was a large area of dried on bird poo,she said she did not clean outside windows, so I got washing up liquid and cleaned it off while she was there.The outside table and chairs had so much rust on the seats that we had to use cushions from settee to sit on them .The potted plants were half dead the wall had green algea on it on the patio needed a sweep.TO SAY THE LEAST IT WAS THE WORST PROPERTY WE HAVE STAYED IN AND WE WERE VERY DISAPPOINTED The good points were beds comfortable and clean both downstairs toilet and bathroom also clean and unlimited hot water.. 1 have taken photos of the rusty chairs and bird dirt on windows etc,if needed. Dot and Len Hopkins and Eve Burgess.

This cottage felt unloved.

Obviously not decorated since built. Weeds on the patio complimented by rusty garden furniture. One light off in the kitchen area and a wall light off in the sitting area. Rusty chrome items in the bathroom . Kitchen - no j-cloths or washing up liquid and only one tea towel (tatty). No cereal bowls only soup bowls. The bedrooms are like student accommodation with a portable rail shoved in one wardrobe together with excess bed linen . In the other bedroom there is a temporary cloth wardrobe.

Lovely little cottage In the centre of this harbour town.

.everything you need for a nice holiday/break away. We have two dogs with us and its been lovely being able to take them on lovely walks.

The cottage was just perfect for us, a warm cosy home from home.

Lovely to be so close to the sea. There is a very good bus service so we were able to leave the car in the car park almost all week.

Perfectly located for shops and pubs, only moan if any higher bed would be nicer

Just excellent.

Had great holiday in a great location and the cottage was lovely and cosy.

A lovely warm cottage in a beautiful location.