The Folly at Castlebridge

Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing

Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities

* Based on a combined average customer score

39 Customer Review(s)

“The folly is absolutely fantastic, we have been back 4 times now, and are ...”

The folly is absolutely fantastic, we have been back 4 times now, and are rebooking for our next holiday

The folly is absolutely fantastic, we have been back 4 times now, and are rebooking for our next holiday Stunning grounds ,stunning property, you won't be disappointed

- Mr Manston, July 2021

Thank you very much for your feedback. We are delighted that you enjoy your stay at The Folly so much you have returned 4 times! Property Owner
Mrs Meredith July 2021

“This little hideaway was more than we had expected!”

You definitely won’t be disappointed!

- Mrs Meredith, July 2021

Thank you for your lovely feedback. We are delighted you enjoyed your stay with us. Property Owner
Mr Grange July 2021

“Fantastic location and accommodation and I would recommend it to anyone, and you do get your exercise steps in going from car to Folly and up and down the stairs its not for the unfit.”

As I have already said lovey in every aspect we sat out on patio every morning having breakfast watching the squirrels and birds in the trees, and at night sitting next to pond having a beer after a hard day sight seeing watching the stars brilliant. The owners left lovely welcome pack tea-coffee bread bacon and lovely home made jams all very nice. We loved are stay at the Folly the only problem we had was we stayed in July 2021 when temperatures where +29 degrees most days and the bed room gets very hot it has no windows and as a mezzanine floor in the apex of the roof heat rises so very warm at night we had two fans running every night "sorry if Colin's electric bill is higher than normal" There is one other thing that would have been nice in that the folly is ideal for romantic holiday it is lovely but in the lounge there are only two single seats we felt a nice sofa you can cuddle in on and watch a little TV at night would have been nice. I have no negatives about the folly we loved our holiday if you want a quiet stay in fantastic location with great accommodation you should try the Folly. regards Mike

- Mr Grange, July 2021

Thank you for your feedback. We're sorry to hear issues regarding the heat. This will be passed onto the owner but we do hope that you were still able to enjoy your stay otherwise. We would love to welcome you back anytime in the future. Property Owner
Mrs Sambrook June 2021

“The most stunning setting, georgeous place and beyond welcoming Hosts.”

Everything you need is there, it's spotlessly clean and a truely very place to stay..a gem.

- Mrs Sambrook, June 2021
Mr Smith June 2021

“The Folly is beautiful and extremely well equipped.”

We loved the garden and were lucky enough to have glorious weather so we were able to sit by the pond almost every day to relax and watch the bees. We walked across the fields several times to visit Mere - a lovely little village with a beautiful church. We definitely recommend The Butt of Sherry for a fantastic Sunday lunch - the staff were so welcoming and friendly and the food was excellent. We also visited The Walnut Tree - a little further on but accessible via a public footpath opposite The George Inn. Another lovely lunch. Everyone is so friendly and welcoming. We visited Stourhead - twice as it was so beautiful. It is literally a 7 minute drive but you can spend a whole day enjoying the beautiful gardens, and having lunch at The Spread Eagle. We visited Monacute House, which is another lovely National Trust site with lovely walks, and a few nice pubs for lunch. Colin and Claire are wonderful hosts, very friendly and helpful with lots of local knowledge - the homemade jam and marmalade were delicious! This week has been an oasis of calm during a very difficult year - we have had a wonderful time and are going home with recharged batteries and fond memories.

- Mr Smith, June 2021

Thank you for taking the time to leave your comments on The Folly at Castlebridge and its surrounding area. Property Owner
Mr Lee October 2020

“The tastefully furnished Folly is situated in a slightly elevated position approached by an illuminated meandering path from the parking area within a charming tranquil private Estate surrounded by beautiful gardens, abundance of wildlife and countryside, a short walk from the village of Mere where we also enjoyed several hearty meals at the George Inn.”

Watching the deer and pheasants especially during breakfast was a real treat and hunted for the allusive hedgehog. A Welcome Pack stocked with local produce and beautiful home made marmalade and raspberry jam by Clare was a surprise. The level of cleanliness was extremely high. The antique style metal winding staircase may be slightly challenging for some people. We found both Colin and Clare to be very proud, warm and endearing owners making our stay very special. Our Yorkie, Poppy also enjoyed the freedom of the Estate. There are may exciting places on the doorstep and enjoyed visiting Mere's own Castle Walk, Heavens Gate at Longleat, Stonehenge, Salisbury with its Cathedral, The Bratton White Horse at Westbury, The Caen Hill Locks at Devizes, Bath, Glastonbury (The Tor) and for those who like to venture further afield, Poole and Sandbanks with their lovely waterfront bars, cafes and restaurants and white sandy beach.

- Mr Lee, October 2020
Mrs Hazley August 2020

“Fabulous cottage.”

Extremely helpful owners. The cottage was spotless and current covid rules were all adhered to. The cottage was comfortable and had everything you could need for a week of relaxation. Definitely would go again.

- Mrs Hazley, August 2020

Thank you for your feedback regarding your recent stay at The Folly at Castlebridge. We love to receive feedback about your stay and hope to welcome you back again in the future. Property Owner
Mrs Lawson August 2020

“The accommodation was extremely comfortable and tastefully furnished.”

The owners went to extreme lengths with cleaning because of Covid. The owners were friendly and helpful. The gardens are delightful and the whole ambience is exceptional.

- Mrs Lawson, August 2020

Thank you for your amazing comments on The Folly at Castlebridge! Property Owner
Mrs Collinson August 2020

“Very clean, good hygiene and social distancing measures in place, so not at all worried about staying during the current pandemic.”

Lots of extra touches, eg fresh flowers on all three floors and home made jam in the generous welcome pack. Very comfortable, quiet and restful stay.

- Mrs Collinson, August 2020

The extra's touches do make a difference and we hope you enjoyed them! Property Owner
Mrs Murray July 2020

“It was greatly appreciated that Sykes offered me a discount to enable us to afford this beautiful property.”

- Mrs Murray, July 2020
Mrs Woodfield November 2019

“Beautiful place to stay, the autumn colours were just fabulous.”

Definitely want to return spring/summer time when we would be able to make more use of the fabulous garden areas.

- Mrs Woodfield, November 2019

We are glad you enjoyed your stay and we look forward to welcoming you back in the near future! Property Owner
Mrs Alford October 2019

“We enjoyed everything: the cottage beautifully and imaginatively furnished, the warm welcome and friendly helpfulness of our hosts and the setting with so many interesting and wonderful places to explore.”

We have very happy memories of our holiday.

- Mrs Alford, October 2019

Thank you for taking the time to tell us about your stay at The Folly at Castlebridge. We are pleased to hear you enjoyed everything and made happy memories. Property Owner
Mrs Marshall August 2019

“We were thrilled with The Folly!”

A beautiful building and equipped to the highest degree. Colin& Clare were excellent hosts, always at hand to answer any questions and such lovely people. The grounds were super and we spend several sessions just relaxing by the waterfall and watching the gold fish swim amongst the water lilies. The weather wasn't wonderfully kind, but with such a lovely base we were happy just to put our feet up.

- Mrs Marshall, August 2019
Went July 2019

“The owners, Colin and Clare are a delightful couple and very focussed on ensuring their visitors are happy.”

The Folly is a wonderful location and we cannot wait to return.

- Went, July 2019
Mr Weston May 2019

“This property is spotlessly clean & equipped to the highest standard every thing ...”

This property is spotlessly clean & equipped to the highest standard every thing You need is supplied You can park your car walk into the town and get everything you need

- Mr Weston, May 2019
Dr Cox March 2019

“Lovely extra touches were included that made it feel like a home from home.”

- Dr Cox, March 2019
Mr O'neill January 2019

“Great location and perfect hosts , the folly was such a brilliant place full of character and tastefully decorated with the plus of mod cons.”

Colin and Clair are great - friendly informative and always around to help. A great location as per usual for Sykes cottages highly recommended.

- Mr O'neill, January 2019
Guest's review on TripAdvisor

“The Folly is a lovely small getaway in beautiful countryside.”

Everywhere looked great with autumn colours doing their best. Very comfortable accommodation, with excellent welcome pack and well equipped cottage. Lots of dry wood supplied for the log burner. Good choice of books to browse through. Lots of places to visit nearby, including Stourhead and Bath, but lovely to come back to our temporary "home" to relax in the evenings. We would stay here again at any opportunity whatever the weather!

- Guest's review on TripAdvisor,
Ms Richardson

“Charming and delightful; the folly, the garden, the pond, 'mein hosts', Mr and Mrs Liddell and their splendid dogs, and the surrounding area - excellent on all counts.”

Thanks for a lovely week - we hope to return soon!

- Ms Richardson,
Guest's review on TripAdvisor

“This place is a total home from home.”

We felt very privileged to stay here for a week over Christmas. The owners went out of their way to welcome us and to give us any help that we needed. It is unique, beautifully decorated, is very well stocked, and totally peaceful. If you are lucky enough to find this Folly available, I'd recommend you to grab it with both hands!!

- Guest's review on TripAdvisor,
Guest's review on TripAdvisor

“The Folly is a fantastic place for a peaceful escape from everything.”

It is set in a beautiful peaceful location but close to many fantastic places to visit such as Stourhead which is only a short drive away and Stonehenge just over 30 minutes away. The Folly has everything you need, but if there is anything extra required the wonderful hosts are close at hand.

- Guest's review on TripAdvisor,
Mr & Mrs Bestall

“A unique and very beautiful hideaway.”

The owners have carried out a very sympathetic restoration and we were very lucky to be able to share it. Lacking for nothing with a superb location.

- Mr & Mrs Bestall,
Mr & Mrs Saker

“We feel thankful to have had the opportunity to spend time in this unique and peaceful folly.”

The generous breakfast supplies were much enjoyed. The views from the folly are lovely.

- Mr & Mrs Saker,
Mr & Mrs Hettinga

“Thank you for sharing your accommodation, the quiet and beauty of your garden, the luxury of your well-provided folly with flowers and delicious jams.”

We enjoyed the arcadian landscape and your rich history to explore.

- Mr & Mrs Hettinga,
Mr& Mrs Bedford-Clark

“What a wonderful, peaceful, beautiful place.”

Lovely people, brilliant home-made jam. Attention to detail was first class.

- Mr& Mrs Bedford-Clark,
Guest's review on TripAdvisor

“We stayed at the Folly for a week - I only wish it could have been longer!”

A great deal of time and effort has gone into the accommodation, which is first class. The surroundings were beautiful - I only wish my gardens were as well kept. Nothing was too much for the owners, who were always on hand to offer advice on restaurants and places to visit. We will definitely be back.

- Guest's review on TripAdvisor,
Mr & Mrs Smith

“We have had a lovely, peaceful week at the folly and are so pleased to have found such a great hideaway.”

Thank you for all the thought and care you have put into this project.

- Mr & Mrs Smith,
Guest's review on TripAdvisor

“The Folly was everything which was promised and even more.”

Beautifully and stylishly furnished with generous welcome goodies and toiletries. On a cold wet day it was warm and welcoming, a perfect get away location.\ No need to rush around, as the sun came out, walking in the grounds, kicking up the autumn leaves and finding shiny new conkers bursting from their spiny cases was delightful. A bottle or two from Yapps winery in Mere was an additional bonus. We can recommend eating at the Bell and Crown in Zeals. We will definitely return to this secret, exclusive hideaway.

- Guest's review on TripAdvisor,
Kiran Hungin

“The Folly was everything which we could have wished for and more.”

Sad to be leaving today as I could spend an infinite amount of time here. The Folly is beautiful, such attention to detail. The welcome was lovely from the people and the dogs! Our dog will not be happy once back in London. Thank you so much for the perfect retreat. We'll be back.

- Kiran Hungin,
Guest's review on TripAdvisor

“We found The Folly very comfortable and well equipped and with the best welcome pack we've ever had.”

The owner,who lives nearby, is very friendly and helpful but not intrusive and has gone to a lot of trouble to make The Folly the perfect place to stay. It is ideally located for visiting nearby places of interest such as Bath, Wells, Glastonbury and the many stately homes in the area. Highly recommended.

- Guest's review on TripAdvisor,
Mr & Mrs Jeffries

“Fascinating, quirky, made into a beautifully comfortable and sophisticated gem!”

Gorgeous countryside and villages - charming hosts, thoroughly enjoyed it.

- Mr & Mrs Jeffries,
Guest's review on TripAdvisor

“We had a wonderfully relaxing time at this very stylish and comfortable property with enchanting gardens.”

\ The Folly was great fun and the local villages and countryside around it as good as anywhere we have been in England. A well equipped kitchen and charming hosts added to our enjoyment and we hope to return soon.\ Thoroughly recommended.

- Guest's review on TripAdvisor,
Mr and Mrs Chapman

“A fabulous holiday in an exquisite cottage.”

Ideally located for exploring Wiltshire, Dorset and Somerset. Kind, thoughtful and generous hospitality coupled with a thorough knowledge of the area made our stay even better!

- Mr and Mrs Chapman,
Holloway

“Internally restored very well and it had everything we needed.”

It was like a home from home.

- Holloway,
Guest's review on TripAdvisor

“Perfect weekend of peace, tranquility and relaxation.”

A place to get away from it all. Clare and Colin the owners are so welcoming , warm and friendly. Lots of great walks and lovely pubs that welcome dogs. We really enjoyed our stay at Castlebridge Folly. The Folly has been restored to the highest specification, it's warm and cosy. Would love to return in summer to take advantage of its beautiful garden and pond. Plenty of places to sit out and take in the landscape and soak up the sun's rays. Perfect for relaxation.

- Guest's review on TripAdvisor,
Guest's review on TripAdvisor

“The Folly is exactly as shown on the photographs.”

It is set in beautiful peaceful garden setting ideal for a relaxing holiday. We are extremely particular about our holiday accommodation and the cottage was exactly what we were looking for with everything you need and supermarkets close by. Stourhead House and Gardens are well worth a visit as is Shaftesbury and Salisbury Cathedral. Hoping to return again to The Folly.

- Guest's review on TripAdvisor,
Guest's review on TripAdvisor

“We booked this place very last minute for a 3 night stay as a short honeymoon.”

We wanted somewhere very quiet and relaxing to unwind after the stresses of organising our wedding. Well this place was everything we could have hoped for. Set far back from the road, surrounded by rolling hills and a beautiful pond with a waterfall. The manager had left us some champagne and smoked salmon on arrival and the fridge was stocked with breakfast items for the next day including the most wonderful homemade jams and marmalade. I liked the marrow and ginger jam so much I asked to have another jar to take home with me. The kitchen is fully equipped with everything we could need and the information packs are really useful. To be honest we needn't have brought anything but clothes with us because everything you need is there at the folly. If you need any food there is a short drive to mere where there's a co-op and pubs, restaurants, cafÃ©s and takeaways.

- Guest's review on TripAdvisor,
Guest's review on TripAdvisor

“My husband and I stayed here for a short break.”

The Folly was easy to find, following the instructions given. Clare and Colin were very welcoming, they kindly supplied us with some provisions such as bacon, eggs, milk, bread, butter, fresh fruit and some delicious homemade jam. The grounds the Folly are set in are beautiful (as is the main house gardens). It is a stunning building, with patio seating supplied to sit and admire the garden. The kitchen has everything you need. The lounge has some very comfortable seating, a log burner, writing desk and some lovely art work. Here there are three windows that look over the garden and beyond to the fields and Mere in the distance. There is a spiral staircase that takes you up to the bedroom and bathroom, both tastefully decorated. The bed is very comfortable, but we found the bathroom a tad on the narrow side, the shower is good to. We had a lovely stay here. It was so peaceful, to sit and read and listen to the sheep, birds and the sound of the wind in the trees. Would highly recommend The Folly.

- Guest's review on TripAdvisor,
Mr and Mrs Dunning

“Thank you for the use of the beautiful Folly.”

We have been made to feel very welcome. The Folly has everything you need and is lovely and clean with beautiful surroundings, This is the most relaxed we have been in a long time (bed very comfy). Thank you also for the welcome pack - your jams are marmalade are delicous and the egg, bacon, milk etc was very much appreciated

- Mr and Mrs Dunning,
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The property

Set in wonderfully private surroundings within the grounds of the owners' house, The Folly is a real gem if you're looking for peace and quiet in an exceptional location.

Arranged over three floors, the accommodation sits within unusual, hexagonal shaped rooms offering a unique experience.

A lot of thought and care has gone into the renovation of the property and the interior is stylishly decorated and furnished to a very high standard throughout.

Outside you have your own patio with lovely views over the surrounding area.

You'll be intrigued and delighted by this extremely distinctive hideaway, the perfect place to relax in this lovely area.

Summary

Over three floors
One bedroom: 1 x second floor king size double with en suite shower, basin and WC
Ground floor kitchen with dining area
First floor living room with woodburner.
Central heating, woodburner
Oven, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine
TV, DVD, WIFI
Fuel and power inc in rent
Bed linen and towels inc in rent
Private, paved patio with gas barbecue outside front door, exclusive use of the grounds surrounding the Folly comprising of rolling lawns, mature trees, attractive fishpond with stone seating
Off road parking
One small dog on request
Sorry, no smoking
Shop and pub 1 mile
Note: The bedroom is accessed via antique spiral staircase and there is not suitable for those with limited mobility, babies and children.

About the location

MERE

Shaftesbury 7 miles.

A delightful country town of old stone cottages set in a stunning conservation area, on the borders of Wiltshire, Dorset and Somerset. This small, lively community is well served by a good variety of local shops and ancient inns, with much of the area to the north of the town designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Ideal for walking and taking in the breathtaking views, the town is also well placed for exploring numerous National Trust attractions and historic houses. A visit to stunning Stourhead House and gardens, only 2 miles away, is not to be missed, while Longleat House and the ancient hilltop town of Shaftesbury featured in the Hovis adverts, are also close by. Stonehenge, Wilton House, Salisbury and the Dorset coast are all easily accessible by car, providing much to see and do for a variety of tastes.

Note: The bedroom is accessed via antique spiral staircase and there is not suitable for those with limited mobility, babies and children.
Please note £25 charge per pet.
Only one small pet allowed, not room for large dogs.

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Reviews & Ratings

“The folly is absolutely fantastic, we have been back 4 times now, and are ...”

“This little hideaway was more than we had expected!”

“Fantastic location and accommodation and I would recommend it to anyone, and you do get your exercise steps in going from car to Folly and up and down the stairs its not for the unfit.”

“The most stunning setting, georgeous place and beyond welcoming Hosts.”

“The Folly is beautiful and extremely well equipped.”

“Fabulous cottage.”

“The accommodation was extremely comfortable and tastefully furnished.”

“Very clean, good hygiene and social distancing measures in place, so not at all worried about staying during the current pandemic.”

“It was greatly appreciated that Sykes offered me a discount to enable us to afford this beautiful property.”

“Beautiful place to stay, the autumn colours were just fabulous.”

“We enjoyed everything: the cottage beautifully and imaginatively furnished, the warm welcome and friendly helpfulness of our hosts and the setting with so many interesting and wonderful places to explore.”

“We were thrilled with The Folly!”

“The owners, Colin and Clare are a delightful couple and very focussed on ensuring their visitors are happy.”

“This property is spotlessly clean & equipped to the highest standard every thing ...”

“Lovely extra touches were included that made it feel like a home from home.”

“Great location and perfect hosts , the folly was such a brilliant place full of character and tastefully decorated with the plus of mod cons.”

“The Folly is a lovely small getaway in beautiful countryside.”

“Charming and delightful; the folly, the garden, the pond, 'mein hosts', Mr and Mrs Liddell and their splendid dogs, and the surrounding area - excellent on all counts.”

“This place is a total home from home.”

“The Folly is a fantastic place for a peaceful escape from everything.”

“A unique and very beautiful hideaway.”

“We feel thankful to have had the opportunity to spend time in this unique and peaceful folly.”

“Thank you for sharing your accommodation, the quiet and beauty of your garden, the luxury of your well-provided folly with flowers and delicious jams.”

“What a wonderful, peaceful, beautiful place.”

“We stayed at the Folly for a week - I only wish it could have been longer!”

“We have had a lovely, peaceful week at the folly and are so pleased to have found such a great hideaway.”

“The Folly was everything which was promised and even more.”

“The Folly was everything which we could have wished for and more.”

“We found The Folly very comfortable and well equipped and with the best welcome pack we've ever had.”

“Fascinating, quirky, made into a beautifully comfortable and sophisticated gem!”

“We had a wonderfully relaxing time at this very stylish and comfortable property with enchanting gardens.”

“A fabulous holiday in an exquisite cottage.”

“Internally restored very well and it had everything we needed.”

“Perfect weekend of peace, tranquility and relaxation.”

“The Folly is exactly as shown on the photographs.”

“We booked this place very last minute for a 3 night stay as a short honeymoon.”

“My husband and I stayed here for a short break.”

“Thank you for the use of the beautiful Folly.”

The property

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About the location

MERE