Grange Cottage - H430
Buckland St Mary, nr Ilminster, Somerset
Sleeps: 5/6

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Entrance from terrace into kitchen with elec. Aga. and dining area. Sitting room with large inglenook-style fireplace. Small bedroom with 2'6" 'daybed'. Downstairs utility/shower room/wc. 1st floor: Stairs from sitting room to landing. 3 bedrooms - 1 double with 5' solid oak four-poster and French windows onto a balcony. Further double bedroom with 4'6" French bed. Bedroom 3 with 2'6" French 'Empire' single bed. Step up to French window (mind your head!) to balcony with fine distant views. Bathroom/wc. with shower over bath.
 
 

Grange Cottage is the epitome of a true 'hideaway'. At the end of a woodland track, tucked away behind an old manor house (built in 1656), and in complete seclusion, this beautifully renovated cottage is situated at the north edge of the Blackdown Hills on the borders of Somerset, Devon and Dorset, in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

For those who can drag themselves away from its peace for a few hours, there are many interesting places to visit nearby. Forde Abbey, Cricket St Thomas, Montacute House and Barrington Court are a short drive away, and the coast at Lyme Regis is approximately 35 minutes by car: but visitors may choose just to wander all day through extensive woods, perhaps ending up at one of the excellent local pubs.

Originally the gamekeeper's cottage for the Estate, Grange Cottage has been extended and lavishly modernised inside, whilst carefully retaining every ounce of its charm. The two upstairs balconies afford views over different corners of the large and well-maintained garden and surrounding woodland, and there is a very inviting terrace with wooden tables protected by parasols, together with a gas barbecue and firepit.

** Special rates apply for couples (i.e. 2 people) **
20% off the quoted tariff for the period 31/05/08 - 28/06/08 and 27/09/08 - 28/03/09, but not including 18/10/08 - 01/11/08, Xmas & New Year.

Comments from previous visitors to Grange Cottage.

"We spent such an enjoyable Monday to Friday break here I felt that I must contact you to say so! The cottage and its surroundings are excellent. The standard and quality of provision is very high indeed...just perfect in fact... and certainly made all the difference to our stay." Mrs M, November 2006.

"This is a rare delight, hidden among trees, at the end of a private drive, secluded and well away from the sound of traffic. We thought it an out and out delight and would rate it among our ten favourite properties in this guide." Bryn Frank, writing in The Good Holiday Cottage Guide, 2008.

"We stayed in this really lovely cottage - a real gem, surrounded by a virtual nature reserve! The house is incredible and with the terraces and balconies it must be a delight when the weather is better. The hostess Pamela provides everything you can think of - even toothpaste if someone forgets this!" Daniel Kaminski, February 2008

 

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Open fire. Elec. off-peak heating. All logs, elec., linen & towels inc. in rent. Travel cot available for babes in arms. Col. TV/video + 2 further portable flat-screen TV's. CD/radio player. Auto. washing machine. Dishwasher. Freezer. Microwave. Welcome pack. Telephone. Wireless broadband internet access. Ample driveway parking. Shop/PO 2 miles. Pub 1 & 3 miles. Unsuitable for children under 10 except babes in arms (steep banks, high balconies and small pond). Sorry no pets. Non-smokers only. *Short Breaks*