The Winning Post is one of three purpose built holiday cottages (sleeps 4, plus 2 extra guests on a sofa bed) situated in a beautiful, tranquil, rural location approximately one mile from the historic town of Bruton in Somerset. It is ideally situated for families or couples wanting to explore the beautiful countryside and visit the many local attractions.
Up to two well behaved dogs are welcome at the Winning Post and as we run a private, well equipped competition stable yard it is also possible to bring your horse with you subject to appropriate arrangements. There is access to plenty of off road and quiet lane hacking and there are excellent competition venues close by.
Guest access
The Winning post is newly built and furnished to a high standard and has ample parking space. It has two good sized double bedrooms, one with a king size bed and ensuite shower room and the other set up as a twin room with two single beds. These maybe linked if required to form a super king bed. There is also a family bathroom upstairs. The open plan living space downstairs provides a well equipped kitchen and dining area and a comfortable lounge area. The sofa is a quality sofa bed providing comfortable downstairs sleeping facility for those who are unable to manage stairs or for up to two extra guests. There is also a wet room located downstairs making the property accessible for wheelchair users. The cottage benefits from a balcony which may be accessed from either bedroom and a private patio area. Guests are also welcome to make use of a shared enclosed garden area.
Interaction with guests: - We live on site and are available should any problems arise.
Local Surroundings
The winning post is in a rural location with all commercial amenities a short drive away. Local attractions include, but are by no means limited to, the Royal Bath and West show ground, Hauser and Wirth Gallery, Wincanton Racecourse, Stourhead House and Gardens, Longleat Safari Park, Haynes Motor Museum and Kilver Court designer shopping village. The picturesque cities of Wells, Glastonbury and Bath are close by too.
Local supermarkets offer a home delivery service to the property.
Getting around
Main line train stations nearby in Bruton and Castle Cary. Local bus service. Taxis by arrangement. Road links to the A303 via A359. M4/M5 junction is approximately 50 minutes away.