Find self catering and cottages with easy walking access in Somerset,

Wellington Farm - Ramscliff Cottage, Wells, Somerset, South West England

Sleeps 2
Weekly prices from £300 to £ 599

Self catering accommodation in Wells sleeps 2.

Features include: • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Beach nearby • Easy Walking • Sleeps 2

Accommodation overview: Set in a secluded position high in the Mendips above Cheddar Gorge (and just 3 miles from Cheddar), these three attractive barn conversions make an excellent base for walkers and nature lovers. This Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is rich in bird and wildlife, including badgers and deer (which visit the farm). Animals on the farm include calves, pygmy goats, alpacas, rabbits and guinea pigs. Nature trails criss-cross the surrounding hills, easily accessible from the farm, and the whole area is one of immense historical and geological interest.
Among the many places of interest to visit are Wells cathedral in England’s smallest city, Glastonbury Tor, the caves at Cheddar and Wookey, Longleat and several NT properties including Montacute House and Stourhead and King John’s Hunting Lodge in pretty Axbridge. Excellent beaches and seaside entertainment can be enjoyed at Weston Super Mare and Brean, and there are many charming villages to be explored, along with the rugged landscape of Exmoor National Park, famous for the native ponies. The Georgian Heritage city of Bath is easily reached with its beautiful architecture, Roman Baths, Abbey and fine selection of shops and restaurants. Several golf clubs are available locally together with horse riding, coarse fishing and trout fishing at Chew Valley and Blagdon Lakes. Very good local inns and places to eat. Shops 3 miles.

Grange Farm Cottage, Quantock Hills, Somerset, South West England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £600 to £ 899

Self catering accommodation in Quantock Hills sleeps 4.

Features include: • Beach nearby • Pub nearby • Detached • Easy Walking • Sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: Situated in peaceful countryside rich in wildlife, this beautifully converted, detached barn provides very comfortable and well-appointed holiday accommodation, equipped to the Visit Britain ‘4 Star’ standard. It stands in the grounds of the owner’s Grade II listed Georgian home, close to a natural pond, and makes a relaxing holiday base. Within easy reach are good beaches, Glastonbury, Wells, Cheddar, Dunster village and Castle (NT), West Somerset Steam Railway and beautiful Exmoor. Excellent walking on the Quantock Hills, sailing on Durleigh reservoir, golf at Enmore and riding nearby. Shop and pub 1 mile.

Entrance hall. Spacious living/dining room with wood-burning stove, coir-matting floor, farmhouse-style kitchen area and two double French doors to patio. Double bedroom with en-suite bathroom with shower attachment, bidet and toilet. Twin bedroom with en-suite shower room and toilet.

Orchard Barn, Taunton, Somerset, South West England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £600 to £ 899

Self catering accommodation in Taunton sleeps 4.

Features include: • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Beach nearby • Pub nearby • Detached • Easy Walking • Garden • Sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: In a secluded setting on the edge of the village, this converted, individual barn (a former artist’s studio) enjoys a light, airy atmosphere and its own large, very secluded, half walled garden, overlooking the orchard. With its own access away from the owners’ home, it offers open-plan, single-storey holiday accommodation, sympathetic furnishings, original beams and French windows opening out from each room. Walks from the doorstep into the Quantock foothills. Unique Hestercombe Gardens, 4 miles, sandy beaches 14 miles, Taunton 6 miles. Shops 2 miles, good food pub, 1 mile.

Level access to spacious beamed living/dining room, with French windows, Z-bed (for +1), and well-equipped modern fitted kitchen area. Double bedroom with full beams, half-tester bed, and French doors to patio. Single room with walk-in cupboard and French windows. Shower room with toilet and heated towel rail.