Cottage with 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6, Garden, Swimming Pool
"Woodlands" stands just outside the village of Langford Budville in rural surroundings between woodlands & open countryside in the lovely Vale of Taunton Deane on the Somerset/Devon border. Relax in the 6 Person HOT TUB, even in winter. Pure luxury! There is also a small swimming pool in the summer.
The house is spacious & homely, furnished & decorated to a very high standard, with full central heating & double glazing. Everything a family needs for a comfortable & enjoyable holiday.
Located on the site of our garden nursery/small holding & adjoining a 180 acre nature reserve, it is ideal for those wishing to get away from it all to relax & unwind. Treat yourself to home made cake or a freshly baked Cream Tea with clotted cream & home made jam in our tea shop. The village pub in Langford Budville is within walking distance & benefits from open fires & good food.
Our favourite Visitors comment: "We have escaped the “madding crowd” and found a small corner of Heaven”
The cottage is set between woodland & open countryside with panoramic views to the Blackdown Hills (designated an area of outstanding natural beauty) & Wellington Monument.
The large conservatory/lounge has a log burner (logs provided), two settees, two arm chairs, hi-fi system, wide screen TV with Sky box (full package), video, DVD player & a good selection of videos, DVDs, CD's, books & games. The conservatory double doors lead out into a sheltered, private patio area, a perfect place for alfresco dining and then on to a large, mature private garden.
The large beamed farmhouse style kitchen has solid limed oak kitchen units, a range style gas cooker with griddle plate, gas hobs, two ovens & a grill. Also a toaster, toasted sandwich maker, dishwasher, washer/dryer, coffee machine, steamer, potato peeler, iron & ironing board, a wide variety of cooking utensils, pots, pans & dishes for six people plus extra for dinner guests.
The ground floor bedroom has a four-poster bed, (all bedding provided) colour TV, video, dressing table, en-suite shower.
The Relax in the Whirlpool bath in the large family bathroom which has sink & WC. There is also a separate cloakroom with WC and sink.
Upstairs are two further bedrooms. A spacious & luxurious room with double aspect windows looking over woodland full of bluebells in spring on one side and open countryside on the other. A comfortable king sized bed, two arm chairs, large wardrobe, dressing table with mirror, large TV.
A twin room with two single beds, a wardrobe, colour TV and unit with lots of books and games for younger visitors. Cots and high chairs can be provided.
Children are made very welcome with toys, games, a play area with swings, slides, see-saw, climbing frame and plenty of space to play. There is parking outside & further parking onsite.
Price includes full bed linen with duvets, towels, tea towels, electricity, gas, logs for the fire and use of the Hot Tub.
Facilities for this holiday cottage in Wellington, South West
2 Double Bedrooms, 1 Twin Bedroom. A king sized bed in the upstairs room. Cots can be provided if required.
Bathrooms:
1 Bathroom, 1 Shower, 1 Separate WC. Bathroom has a WHIRLPOOL BATH. There is a separate shower and WC.
Kitchen:
Cooker, Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Iron. Range style cooker with griddle plate, gas hobs, two ovens & grill. Toaster, sandwich maker, coffee machine, steamer, wide variety of utensils, pans, dishes, plus extra for guests.
General:
Real Fire, Central Heating, House Linen, Towels Provided. No hidden extras, heating, logs, bedding, towels and kitchen linen all provided.
Dining:
Seating for 6. Farmhouse style dining room table with table cloths, napkins and mats provided.
High Chairs available if required.
High chairs can be provided if required.
Entertainment:
Terrestrial TV, Satellite TV, Video, DVD, Radio, CD System, Board Games. There is a large selection of outside games, sun loungers, CD's, DVDs and videos for guests to borrow during their stay. There are also gas fuelled BBQs available to borrow.
Outside:
Communal Pool, Garden, BBQ, Parking, Garden Furniture. Private sun trap patio with large table, 6 chairs, parasol, sunbeds & sandpit/paddling pool. Leading on to a 2nd secluded large lawned garden with mature cottage beds & views of open countryside.
Suitability:
Children Welcome, Not Suitable For Wheelchairs, Suitable For Elderly, Sorry - No Pets Allowed, Sorry - No Smokers.
One downstairs bedroom suitable for those unable to tackle stairs. Bathroom and WC also on ground floor.
Local activities in and around Wellington, South West
Only 5 miles from the M5 (J 26), "Woodlands" is located midway between the north & south coasts, with many tourist attractions within easy reach.
There are walks/cycle rides directly from the property into a 180 acre Nature Reserve, a mixture of mature deciduous woodlands & heathland, crisscrossed with rambling paths inviting leisurely exploration, or along country lanes with ancient hedgerows.
The Blackdown Hills are also a good walking location.
Farmers Markets Both Wellington & Taunton run farmers markets. Wiveliscombe & Milverton have local monthly markets where you can pick up everything from home made jam & cakes to clothes & gifts.
Shopping Exeter, excellent shopping centre & food markets. Only 25 miles away.
Bristol has a huge out of town shopping mall, Cribbs Causeway, plus a new stylish shopping centre at Cabot Circus in the city centre. There is also a wealth of independant shopping areas including Park Street & Clifton.
Taunton, the county town, has many independant shops and a lively high street.
Street has an outlet village offering discounts from Clarks, Fat Face, Next and many more.
Wiveliscombe, Wellington, Honiton, Bampton & Dulverton also have a variety of independant shops, antique & interiors shops, as well as small eateries & food markets.
Horse Riding You can find stables offering riding for beginners or the more experienced on the Quantocks, Exmoor, the Blackdowns or even closer.
Langford Lakes (approx 1m) has four fishing lakes set in 30 acres, there is something for beginners & experienced angler alike.
Longleat Wildlife Park Fantastic day out for the family.
Cricket St Thomas Wildlife park nearby with plenty to do.
Wookey Hole Caves A popular destination whatever the weather, visit the spectacular underground caverns, mirror maze, Victorian Penny Arcade & Valley of the Dinosaurs.
Cheddar Gorge Magnificent limestone gorge carved into the Mendip hills above the village of Cheddar.
Exeter City Centre and Historic Quayside
The city of Exeter is the regional capital for culture, leisure and shopping. It is an intimate city brimming with character and steeped in more than 2,000 years of history. Enjoy interesting architecture, exclusive shopping, diverse attractions and award winning restaurants. A year round calendar of events offers something for everyone, from arts festivals and open-air theatre to live music and food markets.
Exeter's Historic Quayside
Exeter's Historic Quayside is one of the most attractive areas of the city, popular with locals and visitors alike for its fascinating history, interesting architecture and lively pubs and restaurants. Just a 10 minute walk, or short bus ride, from the city centre, the Quayside is the ideal place to browse in antique shops, walk and cycle, take a relaxing boat trip or find something good to eat.
There is an extensive programme of events including "Jazz on the Quay", 'Slow Food' markets, dragon boat racing and art exhibitions. There is plenty to
Reopened in 1976, the WSR is Britain’s longest preserved steam railway. Steam and heritage diesel locomotives operate from Bishops Lydeard, along the Quantock Hills to the West Somerset coast, terminating at Minehead. There are ten stations over twenty miles, with various railway museums, signal boxes and station buildings, which have all been restored to their Great Western heyday, enroute.
Why not try one of the special events such as the Spring and Autumn Steam Galas, the Sunset Specials, the Murder Mystery Night, ‘Steam and Cream’ or ‘Fish and Chip’ specials? The Bishops Lydeard station is 8 miles away.
Exmoor also offers varied terrain and tracks for cycling and walking. Three main walks are the Coleridge way, the Tarka Trial and the South West Coast Path. The Valley of the rocks, Lynton, Lynmouth, Porlock and Wimberball Lake all make good day trips from the cottage.
The Quantock Hills, an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is just 8 miles from the cottage. As well as being an excellent hiking location, the area boasts an extensive range of mountain bike tracks including challenging downhills and steep climbs. The huge variety of terrain offers a range of cycle routes of varying lengths for all abilities.
Bicycle hire and guided rides available locally.
Forty acres of woodland walks, cascades and temples, vivid colours, formal terraces and views that take your breath away. A unique combination of three period gardens: the Georgian landscape, Victorian terrace and formal Edwardian garden. 12 miles from the cottage.
Rental Notes: Changeover times: Friday to Friday. Cottage available from 3pm on arrival date and should be vacated by 10am on 'going home day'.
Price includes full bed linen with duvets, towels, tea towels, electricity, gas, logs for the fire and use of the Hot Tub.
Owners live on site so are on hand to help sort out any problems then and there.
IN LOW SEASON THERE ARE LAST MINUTE SPECIAL OFFERS. PLEASE email for details.
This unit is situated in or next to other properties
should you wish to holiday with a larger group.
The additional units are:
Woodlands (Sleeps 6) - Comfortable, family home with HOT TUB
Oak Cottage (Sleeps 5) - Cosy Romantic Detached Cottage with Hot Tub
Guestbook
"If you are looking for the Wow factor then this cottage has it in bundles. The place is stunning, has everything you could ever need. We have been to many cottages both in uk and France and this one is the best by miles. Such a high standard and very clean." - Mr G. Wigan
"“Perfect! Our first visit to Woodlands, but surely not our last. Thoroughly enjoyable week in an idyllic setting. Enjoyed exploring the local area then returning to relax in luxury while the kids played in the garden.”" - Mr & Mrs D. Southampton
"I know there’s such a place called heaven but I didn’t think I’d be visiting it until I was much older. The hot tub, the pool and the garden was lovely. There's no other way to describe it other than fantastic" - Mr and Mrs I. Barnsley
"“The best holiday house we’ve stayed in. Loved the conservatory.”
“The perfect sanctuary from modern life.”
" - Mr and Mrs E
"“Fantastic value for money – we loved everything. The beds are so comfy, we didn’t want to go home. Everything we wished for and more. Thankyou. Hope to come back same time next year. We were very impressed. Oh, and the kids loved the video selection - thankyou”" - Mr & Mrs D. Northampton
"The week has flown by. It's been such a great place to stay - to coin a phrase, it has the "real wow factor". The kids have loved it very much, the hot tub and whirlpool bath were fantastic. Thank you very much for all you've done to make this place so lovely." - Mr L
"Thought before we came that if Woodlands was half as good as portrayed in brochure we would have a wonderful holiday. In reality it was everything we hoped for and so much more. At one point I was determined to find something missing but failed!! Everything thought of. We usually like to get out and about on holiday but this time we were loathe to stray too far from such a perfect base. Kids have webbed feet after so much time in pool. Thank you for such a fabulous holiday." - Mr & Mrs M. Swansea
Availability of Woodlands
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Owner joined site on:
06 September 2008
Property listed since:
11 November 2008
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