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10/10 Excellent
John
20 December 2025
Apartment
Cosy apartment above family-run pub
Family-friendly apartment in Taunton
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Taunton, Somerset
- Place, Tarr Steps5 min drive
- Place, Exmoor National Park8 min drive
- Place, Combe Sydenham Hall10 min drive
- Airport, Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)46 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Single Bed
Living Space - 1
1 Double Sofa Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Cosy apartment above family-run pub
'Above the Bear' has been newly renovated and reflects the heritage of our beautiful rural town and surrounding area - all with a real country feel.
The space is laid out over two floors - with the bedrooms and main bathroom on the top floor, and downstairs there's a comfortable lounge (with double sofa bed), kitchen and dining area as well as a WC and space to store muddy boots.
The compact, but well-equipped, kitchen allows for self-catering throughout your visit - and if you fancy a day-off then our highly regarded pub below, The Bear Inn, serves meals 7 days a week from 9am - 9.15pm.
Wiveliscombe itself offers many things to do, including a seasonal heated Lido and several independent shops and eateries.
Being the 'Gateway to Exmoor', as well as having the stunning Quantock and Black-down Hills both on our doorstep, there is no shortage of stunning walks and bike rides to choose from... all just minutes down the road.
If towns are your thing then Wellington and Taunton are both just a short car or bus ride away and the bigger cities of Exeter or Bristol can be easily reached by car or from Taunton train station.
'Above the Bear' has been newly renovated and reflects the heritage of our beautiful rural town and surrounding area - all with a real country feel.
The space is laid out over two floors - with the bedrooms and main bathroom on the top floor, and downstairs there's a comfortable lounge (with double sofa bed), kitchen and dining area as well as a WC and space to store muddy boots.
The compact, but well-equipped, kitchen allows for self-catering throughout your visit - and if you fancy a day-off then our highly regarded pub below, The Bear Inn, serves meals 7 days a week from 9am - 9.15pm.
Wiveliscombe itself offers many things to do, including a seasonal heated Lido and several independent shops and eateries.
Being the 'Gateway to Exmoor', as well as having the stunning Quantock and Black-down Hills both on our doorstep, there is no shortage of stunning walks and bike rides to choose from... all just minutes down the road.
If towns are your thing then Wellington and Taunton are both just a short car or bus ride away and the bigger cities of Exeter or Bristol can be easily reached by car or from Taunton train station.
The space is laid out over two floors - with the bedrooms and main bathroom on the top floor, and downstairs there's a comfortable lounge (with double sofa bed), kitchen and dining area as well as a WC and space to store muddy boots.
The compact, but well-equipped, kitchen allows for self-catering throughout your visit - and if you fancy a day-off then our highly regarded pub below, The Bear Inn, serves meals 7 days a week from 9am - 9.15pm.
Wiveliscombe itself offers many things to do, including a seasonal heated Lido and several independent shops and eateries.
Being the 'Gateway to Exmoor', as well as having the stunning Quantock and Black-down Hills both on our doorstep, there is no shortage of stunning walks and bike rides to choose from... all just minutes down the road.
If towns are your thing then Wellington and Taunton are both just a short car or bus ride away and the bigger cities of Exeter or Bristol can be easily reached by car or from Taunton train station.
'Above the Bear' has been newly renovated and reflects the heritage of our beautiful rural town and surrounding area - all with a real country feel.
The space is laid out over two floors - with the bedrooms and main bathroom on the top floor, and downstairs there's a comfortable lounge (with double sofa bed), kitchen and dining area as well as a WC and space to store muddy boots.
The compact, but well-equipped, kitchen allows for self-catering throughout your visit - and if you fancy a day-off then our highly regarded pub below, The Bear Inn, serves meals 7 days a week from 9am - 9.15pm.
Wiveliscombe itself offers many things to do, including a seasonal heated Lido and several independent shops and eateries.
Being the 'Gateway to Exmoor', as well as having the stunning Quantock and Black-down Hills both on our doorstep, there is no shortage of stunning walks and bike rides to choose from... all just minutes down the road.
If towns are your thing then Wellington and Taunton are both just a short car or bus ride away and the bigger cities of Exeter or Bristol can be easily reached by car or from Taunton train station.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Taunton
Taunton is home to this apartment. Bishop's Lydeard Station and Bakelite Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Wimbleball Lake Activities Centre and Hatherland Brewery. Travelling with kids? Consider AJ'z Activity Centre, or check out an event or a game at Darby Way. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and mountain biking.
Taunton, Somerset
What's nearby
- Tarr Steps - 5 min drive - 5.4 km
- Exmoor National Park - 8 min drive - 9.5 km
- Combe Sydenham Hall - 10 min drive - 12.9 km
- Quantock Hills - 11 min drive - 12.4 km
- Bishop's Lydeard Station - 13 min drive - 14.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Iron Duke (Wetherspoon) - 12 min drive
- The Bear Inn - 1 min walk
- Taste of India - 1 min walk
- The Barley Mow - 13 min drive
- The Vintage - 12 min drive
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About the host
Hosted by Host
We have owned and run The Bear Inn for the last 11 years. Last year we carried out a full refurbishment of the flat above and are pleased to now be letting this out to many happy holiday-makers.
With a bustling, family-friendly pub below and our very own micro-brewery down in the beer garden this little bolt-hole would be a beer enthusiasts dream!
But equally appeals to a much wider audience with a charming country-cottage feel when you step through the door.
Our small, family owned pub group includes 3 other pubs locally as well as the brewery and, of course, The Bear - enough to do a small pub tour!
With a bustling, family-friendly pub below and our very own micro-brewery down in the beer garden this little bolt-hole would be a beer enthusiasts dream!
But equally appeals to a much wider audience with a charming country-cottage feel when you step through the door.
Our small, family owned pub group includes 3 other pubs locally as well as the brewery and, of course, The Bear - enough to do a small pub tour!
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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