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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Golf view

Explore the area

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Wells
  • Wells Cathedral
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Wells Bishop's Palace
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Wookey Hole Caves
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Bristol (BRS-Bristol Intl.)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

The Gatehouse Cottage

A stunning gatehouse surrounded by farmland yet just a short walk to the beautiful city centre of Wells, this is the perfect place to get away!. All on the Ground Floor:
Living room: Freeview TV
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Coffee Machine
Bedroom 1: Zip And Link Super Kingsize (6ft) Bed
Bedroom 2: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, Dressing Area
Bathroom: Bath, Walk-In Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and standard Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack. Enclosed back garden with patio, sitting out area and garden furniture. 6-acre estate (shared with owner). 1 small dog only. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. Nestled at the foot of Stoberry Park we have the Gatehouse, a Luxury holiday home perfect for couples or a small family to enjoy all that Wells and the surrounding area has to offer.
Beautifully presented and set all on the ground floor, This spacious Gatehouse has been furnished to a high standard, allowing you the perfect holiday. Gatehouse with a private garden, allowing access to Stoberry gardens by appointment only. The living room has a TV, writing desk and comfortable sofa and chairs, perfect to relax after a days exploring. Head in to the kitchen/breakfast room, which comes fantastically well equipped with everything you could need to rustle up the simplest of meals to a family feast as well as extras like a Nespresso coffee machine for your morning pick me up! Two spacious bedrooms (one with super kingsize zip and link bed – can be twins on request and one with a King size bed) share the luxury bathroom with its stunning double end slipper bath, walk in shower and heated towel rail, a separate dressing room can be found off the hall.
Outside you have two private parking spaces, a private garden with outdoor seating area and also access to the owners 6-acre estate and gardens, you could spend hours strolling round these admiring all the beautiful flowers no matter the season. Enjoy spectacular views of Wells Cathedral with Glastonbury Tor in the background from the main house.
The Gatehouse is the perfect base from which to explore the area, with Wells centre and its Cathedral just a short stroll away, meaning you are surrounded by shops and restaurants all easily reached without touching the car! Further afield you have the Vale of Avalon, Glastonbury with its quirky shops and ancient Tor, head to Wookey Hole Caves and try to spot the Wookey Witch or over to Cheddar with its famous gorge. The beautiful larger city of Bath is reached in around 45 minutes and is a wonderful spot to spend the day, stroll along the river, shop in one of the boutiques or head to the amazing thermal spa for a pamper treat! Beach 17 miles.
Free WiFi

Small dog/s only allowed.
Pets must be kept on a lead at all times.

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Languages

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Golf view
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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
This property accepts a maximum of 1 pet(s)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.

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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Wells

Located in Wells, this cottage is on a river. Wells & Mendip Museum and Lake Village Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Greenbank Pool and Royal Bath and West Showground. Bookbarn International and Ashton Windmill are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing and other activities like golfing.
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Wells

What's nearby

  • Wells Cathedral - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Milton Lodge Gardens - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Vicar's Close - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Wells Bishop's Palace - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Wookey Hole Caves - 5 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

  • Frome Station - 23 min drive
  • Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cathedral Green - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Quarter Jack - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Fosso Lounge - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Flapjackery - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Coffee#1 - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Gatehouse Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Gatehouse Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Gatehouse Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Gatehouse Cottage located?

Situated on a river, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Mendip Hills, Wells Cathedral and Wells & Mendip Museum. Ebbor Gorge and Vicar's Close are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary F.

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

Long weekend Wells

Excellent location. Hide spec accommodation.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

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