MANOR COTTAGE, pet friendly, character holiday cottage in Ilminster

Manor Cottage in Kingstone, Somerset, sleeps six guests in three bedrooms.

Manor Cottage consists of a kitchen with an oven, combi microwave/oven, hob, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, kettle, and toaster, a dining room with seating and a feature decommissioned stove, a sitting room with a gas fired stove and TV, and a utility with a washing machine and tumble dryer. The bedrooms include two doubles, one with an en-suite walk-in shower, basin, and WC, and a twin. There is also a bathroom with a bath, heated towel rail, basin, and WC, and a cloakroom with basin and WC. WiFi, fuel, power, bed linen, and towels are included in the rent. Outside, there is a garden and private driveway parking for three cars. Two well-behaved dogs are welcome, and smoking is not permitted. All of this awaits at Manor Cottage, a charming retreat for exploring Somerset’s countryside and historic towns. Note: Good housekeeping bond of 500GBP.

Amenities: Gas central heating. WiFi. Fuel and power inc. In rent. Bed linen and towels inc. In rent. Stairgate available on request. Private driveway parking for 3 cars. Garden. Two well-behaved dogs welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shop 2 miles, pub 1 mile, river 1.5 miles. Note: Good housekeeping bond of £500

Region: Somerset offers 3 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty - the Quantock, Mendip and Blackdown Hills. Lose yourself in the glory of nature, take a ride on a steam train, visit a traditional farmers’ market or explore your mystical side at Glastonbury.

Town: This rural village stands on the edge of the Golden Valley, an area renowned for its beautiful countryside and scenic walks. This historic village is mentioned in the Domesday Book as “Land of the Kings” and is also the home of the 12th century stone church of St. Michael and All Saints, with its impressive Norman tower. There is a village pub and a local shop, while a wide range of amenities are available in Hereford, 7 miles away. With its magnificent cathedral, and medieval bridge over the winding River Wye, Hereford is the very image of picturesque England, and a perfect base from which to explore the region's beautiful countryside, with delightful Black and White villages, excellent pubs, restaurants, and antique shops. Famous for cider production, Hereford is also home to the world famous Mappa Mundi, the largest pre-15th century map in existence, as well as the chained library, a collection of over 1500 rare books.