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Courtyard Cottage Luxury Thatched Home Sleeps 4 (Pet Friendly) Near Gastro Pub

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Enclosed courtyard garden, perfect for a coffee
Living area
Discover our lovingly-restored homestay where heavenly staycation moments await.
Open plan living
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedroomsSleeps 486 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Ilminster, somerset
  • Chard Museum
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Barrington Court
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • County Cricket Ground
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Yeovilton (YEO-Royal Naval Air Station Yeovilton)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom Two

2 Single Beds

Family Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Courtyard Cottage Luxury Thatched Home Sleeps 4 (Pet Friendly) Near Gastro Pub

Courtyard Cottage is part of a delightful 17th century thatched home, which has recently been refurbished with the aim of providing guests with a boutique retreat, beautifully designed interiors, indulgently luxurious bedding and home furnishings along with whitewashed walls, oak doors, cosy bedrooms and a fabulous courtyard. Peaceful and welcoming it's a beautiful homestay you'll just love returning to at the end of the day.
Its rural location makes it a great escape for those looking for a countryside bolt-hole, with plenty of pubs to walk / cycle to and things to see and do nearby.

Bedrooms

There are two gorgeous bedrooms, with deep mattresses, cotton bedding, and super fluffy pillows, so you can settle in and truly relax. The first bedroom has a French style king-sized bed The second bedroom can be arranged as a superking-sized double or with two single beds.

Bathroom

The bathroom is light and spacious with a large walk-in shower.

Living areas

The house has a dual aspect open plan living/dining/kitchen area for four people. The sitting area has comfortable sofas and is equipped with a 42' flatscreen TV

The kitchen is modern and well equipped with a central island, an electric two oven Aga, microwave, dishwasher, a large fridge-freezer and a washer-drier.

The oak front door opens out to a good sized sheltered courtyard with your outdoor table and chairs for alfresco eating or just enjoying a morning coffee. The courtyard is fully enclosed for perfect for small people and four legged friends!

Up to two dogs are very welcome at Courtyard

Setting & local area
Courtyard Cottage is part of an 16th century former farmhouse. The cottage is found in the east wing of Stepps House - with the owners living in another part of the house.
Situated in the heart of Broadway, a quiet Somerset village which is surrounded by fields and woods that are accessible on foot and bicycle through the myriad of local country lanes and footpaths.

Nearby there are several pubs, two within a few minutes walking distance The Bell Inn, Broadway and The Five Dials at Horton. Others such as The Lord Poulett are a little further afield and well worth a visit.

Barrington House, a National Trust house with gardens open to the public, is nearby, as is Forde Abbey and Montecute House

There are several local cider producers whose orchards and presses are worth seeing, Perry's Cider in Dowlish Wake being one, and Julian Temperley's cider and cider brandy distillery over at Burrow Hill another.

A little further away the beach at Lyme Regis and walks along the Jurassic coastline are 40mins or so to the South

Guest access

The house is accessed just off the A303 and has off road private parking for 2 cars
Keys left for you in a key safe.
The owners are also available to help.


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Property manager

Glenda Isaac

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Fully enclosed courtyard
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Dogs must never be left in the property unattended and are not allowed on the furniture or in the bedrooms

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Ilminster

Located in Ilminster, this cottage is in a rural area. Bray's Cider & Farm Shop and Cricket St Thomas Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Barrington Hill Meadows and Blackdown Hills. East Lambrook Manor Gardens and AJ'z Activity Centre are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Ilminster, somerset

What's nearby

  • Blackdown Hills - 4 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Chard Museum - 9 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Barrington Court - 12 min drive - 9.0 km
  • County Cricket Ground - 16 min drive - 17.4 km
  • Somerset Towpath - 17 min drive - 16.8 km

Getting around

  • Honiton Station - 22 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Cerdic (Wetherspoon) - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Dolphin - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Candlelight Inn - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Bell Inn - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Courtyard Cottage Luxury Thatched Home Sleeps 4 (Pet Friendly) Near Gastro Pub pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Courtyard Cottage Luxury Thatched Home Sleeps 4 (Pet Friendly) Near Gastro Pub?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Courtyard Cottage Luxury Thatched Home Sleeps 4 (Pet Friendly) Near Gastro Pub?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Courtyard Cottage Luxury Thatched Home Sleeps 4 (Pet Friendly) Near Gastro Pub located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Barrington Hill Meadows, Donyatt Village Hall and Blackdown Hills. The Warehouse Theatre and Ilminster Parish Hall are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Donna T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning Courtyard Cottage

The cottage is tastefully decorated everything we wanted and more. The village location was tranquil. We attended a family wedding nearby and this was the ideal place to stay. Nothing was to much trouble Glenda ensured our stay was enjoyable giving us all the information we needed prior to our stay. We wouldn’t hesitate to book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Retreat

Another perfect stay - beautiful cottage in peaceful location with lovely walks, great foot in local pubs and a couple of cider farms near by.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What a gem

Every bit of our stay was above and beyond our Expectations-lovely cottage - very clean - would stay again. Thank you Glenda!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yo D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

tranquil and beautiful

I can't recommend Courtyard cottage enough. the comfiest beds, softest linen, beautifully decorated, fabulous shower. Nothing was missed, fresh cut flowers from the garden on the table on our arrival. So cosy. walking distance to village shop and delicious food in the local pub, also walking distance. utter tranquility, just wonderful birdsong to listen to. Perfection, thank you Glenda.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

My wife and two young children (12 and 9) loved our stay at Glenda's property in Broadway. The cottage and grounds are beautiful and kept in fantastic condition. We loved all of the character of the cottage, the finishes were beautiful as was the courtyard and garden out back. Glenda was extremely helpful and friendly. We would highly recommend this property to others and we would certainly love to stay there again some day!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

My wife and two young children (12 and 9) loved our stay at Glenda's property in Broadway. The cottage and grounds are beautiful and kept in fantastic condition. We loved all of the character of the cottage, the finishes were beautiful as was the courtyard and garden out back. Glenda was extremely helpful and friendly. We would highly recommend this property to others and we would certainly love to stay there again some day!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna H., London

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely place to be

Everything was perfect!!! Way better than expected!!! :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short stay

We had originally intended to book for a longer stay, but unfortunately the days we wanted were already booked up. Despite this we had a wonderful stay at the cottage. The accommodation was very comfortable, modern and fully equipped. The owner met us on arrival and when we left and was most accommodating and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A perfect place for a short stay away.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rosaline W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Superior cottage for a quiet break

Great experience from start to finish
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous week in Broadway

A beautiful cottage very stylishly decorated and appointed. A great location with lots to do locally as well as being within easy reach of the coast and Exmoor. Would definitely return.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tim C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Cottage in Relaxing Environs

Beautifully appointed premium cottage.. finished to a high standard and well equipped. In a lovely little village with picture book thatched cottages and gardens - reminiscent of a fairy tale! Plenty to see in and do in the local area. The hosts were friendly - live on site and available if necessary but keep themselves to themselves. Would definitely revisit and highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rohan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful little set up

Nicely finished cottage. Lovely hospitable hosts. Cute village. Great pizza at pub close by. Nice walks nearby. Sea side about 30min drive. Golf courses within 15min. Perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

About the host

Hosted by Glenda Isaac

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David & Glenda Isaac

Passionate renovators of historic properties.

Why they chose this property

This house has history and character combined with quiet and peacefulness. Central village location within a short walk to fabulous gastro pub!
Countryside, walks, wildlife yet easy access to A303 and Jurassic coast.

Languages:

English