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Cozy Somerset cottage, pet friendly, country walks, large garden.

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Your own private chef
    One of the few properties offering private chef services.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Somerton, Somerset
  • Place, Lytes Cary Manor
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Haynes International Motor Museum
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, Royal Bath and West Showground
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bristol (BRS-Bristol Intl.)
    ‪53 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

Cozy Somerset cottage, pet friendly, country walks, large garden.

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 large wood fire, big family 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 and outdoor games available on request.

Close proximity to local schools - Millfield in Street, King's and Sexeys in Bruton Hazlegrove in Sparkford and All Hallows in Cranmore.

River Brue course fishing available on the property.

We have a High Chair and Travel Cot on request.

EV Charging on request.

Very pet friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Lock the doors and return the keys
Just pop the keys back in the key box scramble the code and we will take care of the rest
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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

Property # 11128186
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
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

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 Lytes Cary Manor and Glastonbury Abbey. Travelling with kids? Consider Greenbank Pool, or check out an event or a game at Huish Park. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and ecotours nearby.
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Somerton, Somerset

What's nearby

  • Lytes Cary Manor - 13 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Tintinhull House Garden - 18 min drive - 19.4 km
  • Haynes International Motor Museum - 20 min drive - 21.5 km
  • Royal Bath and West Showground - 21 min drive - 19.7 km
  • Clarks Village - 21 min drive - 16.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Manor House Inn - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Fox & Hounds - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Market House - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Fondo Lounge - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Bear Inn - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Somerset cottage, pet friendly, country walks, large garden. pet-friendly?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Cozy Somerset cottage, pet friendly, country walks, large garden.?

As of 23 Aug, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cozy Somerset cottage, pet friendly, country walks, large garden. on 4 Jan, 2027 start from S$914, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Cozy Somerset cottage, pet friendly, country walks, large garden.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cozy Somerset cottage, pet friendly, country walks, large garden.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Somerset cottage, pet friendly, country walks, large garden.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Somerset cottage, pet friendly, country walks, large garden. 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).

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!

Easy access to world class food production and the kitchen garden inspired Michael to cook and create in the kitchen.

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. It's easy access to local boarding schools has been popular with guesta in the past.

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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