3,477 out of the 4,558 listed properties in Somerset are house rentals. They account for many of the accommodation types there (62.24%). Additionally, the average nightly price of house rentals there is £154, and the median size is 103 m². Furthermore, these properties are perfect if you're going in a group of 5, as that's the average number of guests that house rentals can accommodate in Somerset. Bed & Breakfast rentals are the other most available accommodation option in Somerset. Bed & Breakfast rentals in Somerset are 22 m² on average, with prices averaging £98 per night.
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Popular holiday rental amenities in Somerset
You will have plenty of accommodation options to compare and choose from if you are looking for a property including a pool in Somerset. Also, rentals with pools in Somerset cost, on average, £246 a night. Most of the listed accommodation options with pools are house rentals. If you would also like to be close to the water, a few of the holiday lettings including a pool are situated within 2 kilometres of the waterfront. Somerset is a great holiday destination if you have a pet, since a lot of holiday lettings in Somerset allow you to bring your four-legged friend. Also, pet-friendly holiday lettings in Somerset cost, on average, £131 per night. A few of the pet-friendly holiday lettings are situated less than 2 kilometres away from the city centre.
Price and Availability Index Somerset
Holiday Letting Price Information in Somerset
This graph displays average prices of the holiday cottages and holiday apartments located in Somerset. Somerset is more expensive in August (18/08 - 25/08), where prices are on average £113 a night. The week with the lowest average prices is in November (24/11 - 01/12).
Holiday Home Availability Information in Somerset
This graph shows the holiday letting availability rate for the next twelve months. It is harder to find an accommodation during a week of August (18/08 - 25/08), as 71% of the rentals are booked. People tend to travel less to Somerset during a week in November (24/11 - 01/12) when only 25% of the rentals are booked.
The weather in Somerset
This is the climate diagram in Somerset. On average, the warmest month is July. However, temperatures can go lower than 2° in Somerset in January. It may rain 24 days in December while it typically rains only 13 days in March.
Experience nature and history at your Somerset holiday letting
Somerset, located in England’s West Country, is one of the country’s loveliest counties. Home to two historic cities, Bath and Wells, as many quaint towns and villages, this picturesque landscape is a place where you can discover history, get into the outdoors, and enjoy an atmosphere that is unique to this part of the world. Fun for the whole family, those with a Somerset holiday letting will find it’s a destination which gives much to enjoy.
Getting to Somerset
There are no airports in Somerset, but there are several major ones within easy reach of the county. The closest and best option is Bristol International Airport, which is located just outside of Somerset and is reasonably well accessed by flights from European destinations. If that isn’t an option, then you can also travel into one of the many London airports, which are very well-serviced from all corners of the globe, and make the two hour journey. Bath is a popular starting point in Somerset, and can be reached by train, though it’s advised to rent a car to get there and around the county.
Weather in Somerset
Somerset, like elsewhere in South-West England, is a lush and green county, but there is a cost to pay for this loveliness, and that is the rain. While far from excessive, it does receive above average amounts of wet weather compared to the rest of England, so make sure you pack some waterproof clothing for your stay at your Somerset holiday letting . That’s not to say you won’t have nice weather during your stay - winter occasionally brings snow, but your Somerset holiday home will feel cosy all year round. Spring and summer also bring plenty of warm, sunny days to help you explore this great region.
What to do in Somerset
Booking your Somerset holiday letting is a great place to start, so you can explore all of Somerset's cities, villages and natural beauty at your own pace. The best place to start is Bath, the county’s biggest city and one of the UK’s most important sites.
A highlight of this UNESCO World Heritage city are the Roman Baths, which were founded in the first century A.D. and feature a stunning surrounding building, one of the most impressive in England, which was added around 200 years ago. Another must visit during your trip is Bath Abbey, England’s largest Gothic cathedral, which was founded in 1499. The Royal Crescent, a row of terraced houses, and the adjacent Royal Victoria Park also characterise all that is sophisticated about this thoroughly English city.
Somerset’s other city, Wells, is the smallest city in England. As it’s so small, you won’t need too long to see the highlights, which are the Wells Cathedral, which was built from the 12th-14th century, and Bishop’s Palace, which has been called home by local bishops for more than 800 years - and continues to be so to this day. Finally, make sure you go for a stroll along Vicar’s Close, Europe’s oldest residential street, which dates back to 1348.
Somerset is well known for its outdoor beauty, and nowhere is that felt more keenly that at Exmoor National Park. This large area is a joy to explore; go for a walk or a drive and you might come across rivers, waterfalls, woodlands, and deep valleys. The Exmoor Pony and wild red deer complete the spectacle of this enchanting region. There are more than 1000km of hiking trails, ranging from short strolls to long treks, so grab a map, strap on your walking boots, and head out for a day on the moors.
Wildlife for the whole family to enjoy in Somerset
Kids will love their stay in your Somerset holiday home just as much as you will. On rainy days, take them to the SeaQuarium situated on the sandy shores of Weston-super-Mare, which is home to a colourful array of fish species from around the world.
If they want to get a little more hands-on with wildlife during their say at your Somerset holiday letting , then Exmoor Falconry and Animal Park will do the trick. Here they can handle parrots and owls, as well as small furry animals and alpacas. Special events involving hawks and falcons are also a highlight. Wrap up with a trip to the North Somerset Butterfly House, a great attraction full of butterflies and plants from around the world, as well as a creepy crawly section that the kids will love.
Attractions in Somerset: Layer upon layer of rich history
Wells Cathedral
Located in Wells’s medieval centre, this beautiful Gothic cathedral offers free daily scheduled tours.
Bath Abbey
As one of South West England’s most visited attractions, Bath Abbey boasts fabulous architecture and a fascinating history.
West Somerset Railway
More than 22 miles of railway line make the West Somerset Railway England’s longest heritage railway. A rover ticket buys you unlimited travel, and there are special days out with cream teas and dining.
Glastonbury Tor
With deep connections to local legend, paganism, and Christianity, Glastonbury Tor is a celebrated spiritual site. Rising out from the Summerland Meadows, the Tor is a place of mystery and beauty.
Fleet Air Arm Museum
Home to Europe’s largest naval aviation exhibit, this collection spans the history of the Royal Navy, from 1909 to today. Visit to see its military aircraft displays and join one of its tours.
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