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Myrtle House Old Farmhouse and Annexe

- Ilminster, Somerset, England
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Key Cottage Information

price
£335 - £1375 weekly price range
bedrooms
Sleeps  5 to 11 people in 5 bedrooms 
bathrooms
4 bathroom(s)
short breaks
Short breaks offered (min. 3 days)
family-friendly
Family-Friendly: Cot, High Chair available.
No Dogs Allowed
No Dogs Allowed
cleaning standards
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  4 star rated
Accessibility information: Wheelchair wide doorways, Ramp available , Grab rails in bathroom - M3A Assessed
Number of units of accommodation: 2
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Bookings and Availability (last updated: 30.10.2024 )
Price from £335 per week
Price from £335 per week
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The Property: About Myrtle House Old Farmhouse and Annexe

Large 4 Bedroom Somerset Cottage with Large Gardens and Paddock and Separate 1 Bedroom Annexe


Get away with friends or family to Myrtle House in beautiful Somerset.  There are two self-contained holiday homes at Myrtle House, each offers homely comfortable accommodation.  The main fine stone-built Old Farmhouse dates back to 1867 and with its ample character and gardens plus paddock (ideal for playing cricket or other ball games), is a great place for a holiday either with friends or family.  The Annexe offers modern stylish accommodation.  Set within the village of Horton, there is one welcoming pub within walking distance, as well as a village shop and post office and Ilminster is just 3 miles away.


Choose from 2 properties or rent both for groups of up to 9-11 people:

  • The Old Farmhouse - sleeps up to 7 people plus a baby in 4 comfortable bedrooms.  Special access features include a stairlift and a wet-room style shower room and ramp for wheelchair access to the rear entrance of the property.  Weekly rental prices are from £350 - £800.
  • The Annexe - this property adjoins the Old Farmhouse and offers modern, accessible accommodation and disabled accessible features including wheelchair wide doorways and ramps, two profiling beds and grab rails and shower seat in the shower.  The Barn sleeps up to 4 people with one twin bedroom and use of the sofa bed. Weekly rental prices from £300 - £560.

 

For those who enjoy exploring the great outdoors, the stunning Blackdown Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty are only around 10 minutes' drive away and the coast is within reach for days out too with Lyme Regis just 17 miles and Charmouth 18 miles away.  There are a number of fantastic beaches within an hour's drive.


Layout of Accommodation at the Old Farmhouse

The Old Farmhouse with its comfortable accommodation could be a great base for your Somerset holiday.  There are two sitting rooms, each with a TV ; one with a lovely Inglenook fireplace, ideal for relaxing with a book or watching a DVD.  Also on the ground floor is the well equipped kitchen/diner, separate dining room, and a shower room (which also houses the washing machine and tumble dryer).

Upstairs are the four comfortable bedrooms,  the family bathroom and a separate wetroom. 

The bedrooms at this 4 bedroom Somerset cottage are arranged as follows:

•    Double bedroom with 4'6" bed.
•    A twin bedroom (with 3' beds)
•    Another double bedroom with a 4'6" bed
•    A single bedroom.

Outside the mature gardens are extensive and beautiful.  There is a patio area with outdoor furniture so you can enjoy dining al fresco in summertime, as well as a BBQ.

A ramp is available for wheelchair users and there is also a stair lift within the property.

Both bathrooms have grab rails for those with special access needs.

The Annexe


The doors of the Annexe open in to an open plan living space with living area with sofa bed, kitchen and dining area.  There is one comfortable bedroom with twin beds (each bed is 3') and an ensuite wetroom, as well as a second small shower room. With a modern, stylish finish and underfloor heating throughout, this is a very comfortable place to stay.

The Annexe has been built to the specifications laid down by the National Accessibility Standards. The facilities include wide doors and ramps, an overhead hoist linking bedroom and bathroom, two profiling beds, one of which is also a rising bed. The wetroom has a walk in shower and shower seat as well as numerous grab rails.

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Amenities

Special Features

Historic property Historic property: 19th century, 16th century, Victorian

Entertainment Features

TV TV
Free Wifi Free Wifi

Leisure Facilities

Sorry this property does not have any onsite leisure facilities

Property Features

Kitchen & Dining

Microwave Microwave
Fridge/freezer Fridge/freezer
Washing machine Washing machine
Tumble dryer Tumble dryer
Type of cooker Type of cooker: Electric cooker, Double oven, Hob
Dining table Dining table seats 7

Bedrooms(s)

Ground Floor:
Bedroom 1 Single bed(s)Single bed(s)Sofa bed(s)Ensuite facilities

First Floor:
Bedroom 1 Double bed(s)Cot(s)
Bedroom 2 Single bed(s)Single bed(s)
Bedroom 3 Single bed(s)
Bedroom 4 Double bed(s)
Bed linen provided Bed linen provided

Bathroom(s)

Bath Bath
Shower Shower
Towels provided Towels provided

Other facilities

Heating

Central heating Central heating
Open fire Open fire
Underfloor heating Underfloor heating

Garden and Outdoors

Enclosed garden Enclosed garden: private garden
Patio Patio
Parking Parking: parking for 3 cars
BBQ BBQ

Family-Friendly Features

Children welcome Children welcome
Cot Cot
High Chair High Chair

Pet-Friendly Facilities

No dogs allowed Sorry no dogs

Renting and Booking Information

Myrtle House Old Farmhouse and Annexe  - Ilminster,
Accommodation Type: Large Country House Large Country House, heritage accommodation.
Design/Style of Property:
Historical
Types of Bookings welcome:
Hen parties Hen parties
Birthday parties, Reunions, Anniversary Celebrations Birthday parties, Reunions, Anniversary Celebrations
Friends Groups of friends
Families Families
Outdoor enthusiasts Outdoor enthusiasts
Booking Terms: 30% deposit is required to secure your booking, with the balance due 6 weeks before your holiday. Full terms available at point of booking.
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This owner does not offer secure online booking.
If you are interested in booking, please call the owner, and discuss their booking process. They may ask that you book via a booking form and that you pay by bank transfer.

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  • Call the owner or agency on the phone number given on the ad to check that the bank details are correct before making payment.
  • Ensure that the name details on the account match with the name details for the company you are booking with (i.e. that you have confirmation of payee before proceeding).
  • Never make a payment to a foreign bank account.
Available to book: Short breaks, Weekend break, Summer breaks, Easter breaks, Spring breaks, All year round.
Insurance: We recommend that you take out appropriate holiday insurance when/after booking.

Setting and Local Information

Setting: Village Village, Rural Countryside
Pub(s) nearby Pub(s) nearby
Good area for walking Good area for walking
<b>Views</b> Views: Countryside views over fields and farmlands

Local Attractions near Ilminster

Top Tourist Attractions for Day Trips: Blackdown Hills National Landscape, Fleet Air Arm Museum, Montacute House

Popular towns to visit in South West England:
Taunton: 10 miles away,
Beaminster: 15 miles away,
Charmouth: 16 miles away,
Lyme Regis: 17 miles away,
Bridport: 20 miles away

Food & Drink Options Nearby: The local pubs, within walking distance, has an excellent reputation for food. Booking is advised for the peak periods each week.

Activities & Experiences On Offer Nearby: bird watching, cycling, horse riding, walking

Local Festivals and Events in Somerset:
  • October - Yeovil Literary Festival
  • November - Bridgwater Carnival and Squibbing Display

Property Location

Nearest Town/City: Taunton, Somerset, 10 miles away
Nearest Train Station: Taunton

Ilminster

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