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Atherstone Farm Cottage - charming thatched cottage, sleeps 4 guests in 2 rooms

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Interior
Outdoor dining
Exterior
Private kitchen
2 bedrooms

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4232 sq m

Popular amenities

The price is NZ$1,601
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2025

Explore the area

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Ilminster, Somerset
  • Ilminster Parish Hall
    6 min drive
  • Barrington Court
    8 min drive
  • Ham Hill Country Park
    13 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    47 min drive

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About the area

Ilminster

At this cottage you'll be 3.3 km (2 mi) from Barrington Court and 4.4 km (2.7 mi) from Ilminster Parish Hall. .You can enjoy 2 bathrooms in accommodation.

What's nearby

  • Barrington Court - 8 min drive
  • Montacute House - 16 min drive
  • Muchelney Abbey - 20 min drive
  • Fleet Air Arm Museum - 20 min drive
  • County Cricket Ground - 23 min drive

Getting around

  • Crewkerne Station - 22 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ā€ŖLord Poulett Arms - ā€¬12 min drive
  • ā€ŖThe Dolphin - ā€¬6 min drive
  • ā€ŖThe Bell Inn - ā€¬11 min drive
  • ā€ŖBurger King - ā€¬9 min drive
  • ā€ŖStonemasons - ā€¬8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Atherstone Farm Cottage - charming thatched cottage, sleeps 4 guests in 2 rooms

Atherstone Farm Cottage
With a stone floor, ancient beams and thatched roof it's the picture of a romantic country cottage, but now updated with a modern kitchen, bathrooms and entertainment system. Its rural location makes it a great escape for those looking for a countryside bolt-hole, with plenty of pubs to walk / cycle to and things to see and do nearby, and convenient shopping in Ilminster is not far away.
Bedrooms
There are two comfortable bedrooms, both en-suites., with deep mattresses, 400 thread count cotton bedding, indulgent mattress toppers and fluffy bathrobes, so you can truly settle into the cosiness of the cottage. The master bedroom has a king-sized bed and a spacious bathroom with a roll-top bath and walk-in shower. The second bedroom can be arranged as a superking-sized double or with two single beds. Its bathroom is a walk-in modern wetroom with heated stone tile floors.

Living areas
The house has a large living area for four people, with a long dining / sitting room. The sitting room has comfortable sofas, a wood-burning stove set into a large stone fireplace and is equipped with a 55' flatscreen internet-connected TV with a Bluetooth soundbar that can be used to play music / radio through the TV or from a Bluetooth device, or just envelop those who want to relax with a movie.

The kitchen is modern and well equipped with an electric oven, hob and dishwasher. There is a separate utility room with a large fridge-freezer (including ice-machine) and a washer-drier.

There is also good-sized private lawn, a bbq and teak outdoor table and chairs for the summer (or the hardy!)

Setting & local area
Atherstone Farm Cottage is part of an old grade II listed farm that has been part of the Dillington Estate since at least 1725. The cottage is found at one end of the farmhouse - with the other half of the house also available to rent as a separate 4 bed house. The two are joined through lockable doors on the ground floor for the convenience of any groups renting both.

The farm is in the tiny hamlet of Atherstone, which is surrounded by fields and woods that are accessible on foot and bicycle through the myriad of local country lanes and footpaths.

Nearby there are several pubs, some within walking distance ā€“ like the Barrington Boar ā€“ others a little further, but worth cycling or driving to, such as the Dinnington Docks or Lord Poulett Arms.

Barrington House, a National Trust house with gardens open to the public, is nearby, as is Dillington House. The Dennis Chinaworks in Shepton Beauchamp are also very close and worth a visit, for the tea rooms as much as anything else.

There are several local cider producers whose orchards and presses are worth seeing, Perry's Cider in Dowlish Wake being one, and Julian Temperley's cider and cider brandy distillery over at Burrow Hill another.
A little further away the beach at Lyme Regis and walks along the Jurassic coastline are 40mins or so to the South, and the Hauser and Wirth gallery near Bruton is 40 mins or so to the East.

Guest access
The house is accessed just off the A303 and has parking for 2 cars, or by train from Crewkerne (15min drive) or Castle Cary/ Taunton (30min drive each). Keys can be left for you and, in office hours, the staff at the Dillington Estate are also available to help.

Property manager

Ewen Cameron

Property amenities

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Shower

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 2,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

Atherstone Farm Cottage is Charming Rural Retreat
520483
Atherstone Farm is Charming Rural Retreat
Atherstone Farm Cottage is a Charming Rural Retreat

Frequently asked questions

Does Atherstone Farm Cottage - charming thatched cottage, sleeps 4 guests in 2 rooms have a pool?

No, this cottage doesn't have a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Atherstone Farm Cottage - charming thatched cottage, sleeps 4 guests in 2 rooms?

As of 24 Dec 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Atherstone Farm Cottage - charming thatched cottage, sleeps 4 guests in 2 rooms on 8 Jan 2025 start from NZ$1,601.29, 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.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Atherstone Farm Cottage - charming thatched cottage, sleeps 4 guests in 2 rooms?

No, Atherstone Farm Cottage - charming thatched cottage, sleeps 4 guests in 2 rooms does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Atherstone Farm Cottage - charming thatched cottage, sleeps 4 guests in 2 rooms?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Atherstone Farm Cottage - charming thatched cottage, sleeps 4 guests in 2 rooms?

No, pets are not allowed.

Atherstone Farm Cottage - charming thatched cottage, sleeps 4 guests in 2 rooms Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 7 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 7 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Fiona E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Calm and quiet
Had a four day break with parents, the cottage was spotless on arrival and well equipped. The wifi was occasionally sporadic but to be expected in a rural area. We slept well with no passing traffic and even with four adults there was ample hot water.Lots of seating and although weather was poor the outside seating area was great . Small downside was the property can be rented alongside next door(semi detached) , there is a locked interconnecting door but the noise can carry through a little .
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Adam B.

Great Cottage
Had a thoroughly great time staying at Atherstone Farm Cottage, would definitely visit again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Anton v., Alphen NB Netherlands

Great place, quiet and calm
This a high quality renovated cottage with 4 star hotel levels of comfort and feels like home instantly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

Les H.

Great place to stay and very nicely kitted out. The barbecues should be moved away from the house
Lovely place and nicely furnished. I would recommend moving both barbecues away from the house. On a fine summers evening we had to shut the bedroom windows due to smoke from the neighbours barbecue. That apart a great place to stay.

10/10 Excellent

Karen P.

The perfect antidote to our hectic lives!
We arrived frazzled after a very busy few weeks at home. From the minute we walked through the door of the cottage we relaxed. Lamps lit, warm, provisions in the kitchen, flowers in a vase. The cottage is full of period features without skimping anywhere on comfort or quality. A luxurious bathroom, a bed made with care, a wood-burning stove and peace. We wanted for nothing more.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Callum G.

Amazing cottage in the heart of the west country
All the charm of a centuries old thatched roof farm cottage but with the amenities of the 21st century. Lovely touches throughout make this rental seem so cosy and welcoming. Great kitchen to cook in, lots of places to entertain, or slip away to read. 2 great large bedrooms with lots of storage and modern bathrooms. WC downstairs for guests and a great open plan dining room and living room with blazing fire and flat screen TV. Lovely garden where we sat and had a glass of wine as the kids played safely like maniacs. Perfect. Just very comfortable all around for a family with kids or 2 couples. We would rent again here in a heartbeat. Very good communication w owners and the fresh flowers and personal touches evident when we first stepped in the door made it even better.....
Stayed 3 nights in May 2017

10/10 Excellent

Kirsty C.

Beautiful cottage
Beautiful old cottage, renovated to a very high standard. Had everything we wanted. Couldn't fault in any way.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2017