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Cosy Somerset cottage, open fire, country walks, pet friendly.

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Primary Suite
Dressing table in Primary Suite
Fresh Towels for every guest
Property grounds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6300 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Somerton, Somerset
  • Glastonbury Abbey
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Chalice Well
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Glastonbury Tor
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Yeovilton (YEO-Royal Naval Air Station Yeovilton)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 3

Soap · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cosy Somerset cottage, open fire, country walks, pet friendly.

The house offers superior accommodation, from the spacious master bedroom, to the king sized room, and a slightly smaller double room for smaller members of the family.

Large living room with wood fore, kitchen and family rooms all open onto the garden.

Set at the end of a private drive in the heart of the Somerset Mendips, this family farm house is the perfect rural retreat allowing you to escape from the modern hustle & bustle. With a massive family kitchen, and a large airy space with huge family dining table, Large dual aspect living room that opens onto a mature private garden with its mill stream. It is the perfect place to socialise, entertain and dine.

You can enjoy indoor or outdoor cooking, reading, yoga in the large two story atrium, knitting on a wonderful sofa, chilling in the garden, cozying up in front of the log fire or going on a beautiful adventure into the heart of Avalon.

Close proximity to Castle Cary, Somerton, Street, Glastonbury (including Pilton & the festival site) Shepton Mallet and Bruton being a short drive away. Bath, Bristol, Stone Henge are less than an hour away.

Set in the heart of the Somerset countryside and you have access to country walks, wild swimming, cosy pubs, independent food and drink suppliers, ancient, historical, quirky towns and markets.

Parts of the farm are quite old - the Mill & its stream are in the Doomsday book, there are old local stories that the flour for King Alfred's burnt cakes was milled in our Mill around 850AD.

After a significant investment during Autumn 2024, the entire site is now powered with solar power mounted on one of the larger outbuildings,

Large collection of books and tabletop games, outdoor games available on request.

River Brue course fishing available on the property.

We have a High Chair and Travel Cot on request.

Very pet friendly.

Property manager

Michael Heap
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Breakfast available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 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: less than 25 kg per pet (limit 99 pets total)
Pets can be any size, just not on the furniture.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No Smoking We ask that you don't smoke in the house - smoking outside is fine, as long as you use an ash tray .
No pets on the furniture: Were very pro-pets - just not on the furniture please.
BBQ :We have a gas and Charcoal BBQ that is for your exclusive use, If you plan extensive use please bring your own propane cylinder (screw in type)

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
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Somerton

Located in Somerton, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Fleet Air Arm Museum and The Shoe Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Glastonbury Tor and Lytes Cary Manor. Travelling with kids? Consider Greenbank Pool, or check out an event or a game at Huish Park. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby.
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Somerton, Somerset

What's nearby

  • Haynes International Motor Museum - 13 min drive - 16.1 km
  • Fleet Air Arm Museum - 14 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Glastonbury Abbey - 17 min drive - 15.1 km
  • Chalice Well - 18 min drive - 15.7 km
  • Glastonbury Tor - 20 min drive - 16.4 km

Getting around

  • Castle Cary Station - 11 min drive
  • Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Apple Tree Inn - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Fox & Hounds - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Castlebrook Inn - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Bay Tree - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cosy Somerset cottage, open fire, country walks, pet friendly. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 99 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Cosy Somerset cottage, open fire, country walks, pet friendly.?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Cosy Somerset cottage, open fire, country walks, pet friendly.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cosy Somerset cottage, open fire, country walks, pet friendly. located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly cottage is within 9 mi (15 km) of Avalon Vineyard, Greenbank Pool and Royal Bath and West Showground. Clarks Village and Fleet Air Arm Museum are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

J R.

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

Excellent stay

We had a great time, the property was beautiful in a stunning location. Hosts were excellent, very attentive. Highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina H.

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

Long Weekend

Lovely property in a quiet location. Just right for a group of 6 adults (family) to spend some time away. Easy to get to Wells, Glastonbury, Ebbor Gorge and many other places worth visiting.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn T.

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

Christmas 2024

We are originally from England and now live in the USA. We booked this property to gather for a family Christmas as our family is in Somerset. This was a perfect house, I loved everything about it - it was big enough to host 16 people for dinner. The bedrooms were very comfortable and the area so quiet. Thank you Michael for being so helpful you were the perfect host
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Sally C.

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

Really special and spacious property

Lovely stay here with peace and quiet and great surroundings for relaxing. Lovely property with lots of spacious rooms and a great sized table and chairs in the kitchen. Really comfy beds and pillows. Great communication with the owner who was super helpful and friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug P.

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

farmLovely Mill

The area is wonderful for the National Trust sites and numerous great pubs. Michael was very helpful with proving kindling and fire logs.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa O.

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

Holiday with friends

Super property perfect for a group of friends.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lydia S.

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

Peace and quiet

A lovely, well equipped property in a wonderfully quiet location. A perfect place to spend a few days.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon C.

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

A great base in leafy Sumerset

Quaint, quiet and tranquil. One matress could do with replacing, but overall - excellent. Have already booked to stay there again next year!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catriona T.

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

Lovely setting

West Barn was perfect for our needs. Lovely setting, clean and welcoming.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dennis C.

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

Wonderful, warm and peaceful

Thoroughly enjoyable stay in a very comfortable and characterful home.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louanne H.

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

Wonderful

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The cottage is exactly as advertised. Michael was a lovely host. A great retreat in a beautiful part of England
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher L.

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

Excellent stay

Great property, spotless, well appointed, wry friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gavin W.

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

Excellent Country Getaway

We had a lovely few days staying at the cottage which was very convenient for local sight seeing. The cottage was clean and had everything we needed for our stay. The beds were comfortable and lovely large rooms to spend time relaxing as well as enjoying local walks. Would recommend to everyone.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee O.

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

lovely stay

Wonderful location, greta hosts, highly recommended for dog owners. Definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claire M.

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

Home to home

Very comfortable house. Great location!
Stayed 39 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Myah G.

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

Great location and a beautiful house and garden

Great location to explore Somerset and a beautiful house and garden for dogs. We had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pam W.

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

Lovely

The property was lovely would definitely recommend this cottage, so go and book now, you will not regret it!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

alex a.

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

most beautiful stay

We love the cottage so much! the rooms and kitchen was amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Hilary G.

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

West Barn

A beautifully positioned cottage with excellent hosts. Helpful and welcoming from the outset. The cottage is comfortable and peaceful with ample space and well provisioned, but would benefit from some updating now eg outdoor garden furniture and overall decor. However we had a fabulous few days there….thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chloe P.

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

Easter break

Wonderful break in a lovely location. The barn was equipped with everything you needed. Welcoming and helpful hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gillian O.

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

Short break in Somerset

The house and location were perfect for our stay with our two cockapoo dogs. We were delighted with the house, garden and general location.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul cann

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

East Lydford

Excellent venue for a family get together
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Regina K.

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

Spacy and nice house

We had a nice one week stay in this spacy and well equipped house. It is dogfriendly and has a cosy big kitchen and living room. Absolutely recommendable.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jess S.

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

Christmas Getaway

Beautiful & cosy cottage which was ideal for a family get together. Country walks on the doorstep and a local shop a short walk away. House had everything we needed, including wellies for muddy walks :)
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

tim h.

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

Fabulous property.

Lovely house in quiet countryside setting.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Michael Heap

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Emma & Michael are the second generation of Heaps to live at Mill farm, for a long time they both lived international lives in many weird and wonderful countries, Spent many years in professional hospitality, they now call Mill farm home. Michael is keen on gardening, plants and outdoor cooking, Emma enjoys eating Michael's outdoor cooking and hopes to own Alpacas one day. If your interested in beekeeping - ask Michael & Emma about their hives.

Why they chose this property

The country getaway and family home for the Heap family for nearly 30 years. We absolutely love living here and are so excited to share our home with you. We get to enjoy the serenity of being hidden away and surrounded by nature but also have access to amenities nearby that makes
life quite comfortable!

Parts of the farm are quite old - the Mill & its stream are in the Doomsday book, there are old local stories that the flour for King Alfred's burnt cakes was milled in our Mill around 850AD!

What makes this property unique

The village of West Lydford enjoys not only its picturesque countryside surroundings but wonderful transport links, perfectly situated between Street, Bruton, Glastonbury, Castle Cary, Somerton, Yeovil, & Shepton Mallet. The house is secluded away from the village down a long private drive but within a short walk of a 24hr convenience store, Minutes from the Glastonbury festival site.

Countless world-class food producers on the doorstep, Including on the drinks side the Wraxall Vineyards, Somerset Spirit company, and many world class cider makers. on the food side - Westcombe Dairy, Charles Dowding, Batch Farm, and of course the North Cadbury Village Stores for fans of Montgomery cheese.

For those that like to visit gardens - The Newt is very close by.

History fans will love the history in the area Arthurian legends abound, From Glastonbury cathedral and tor, to Cadbury castle you can explore King Author and Merlins true home. Along with the Ancient more modern history pervades the area from the monastic draining of the levels to Lytes Cary medieval manor house with Arts and Crafts-style gardens, Montecute House has stunning Elizabethan renaissance architecture, and Barrington Court is an atmospheric fragment of old Somerset, It has farm buildings, abundant flowers and orchards.

RNAS Yeovilton (HMS Heron) hosts its own museum for those fans of Naval Aviation - be sure to visit the Fleet Air Arm Museum with its very own concord.

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