Guests say
Primrose cottage offers a peaceful and relaxing countryside retreat, surrounded by beautiful scenery and friendly alpacas. Guests consistently praise its tranquil location, well-equipped and spacious interiors, and proximity to attractions such as Wells, Bath, and Glastonbury. The owners are noted for their helpfulness and warm welcome. While most found the cottage clean and comfortable, a few mentioned minor maintenance issues and occasional problems with water supply or heating, which were promptly addressed. Overall, the property provides an excellent base for exploring Somerset and is highly recommended for a restful getaway.
The majority of guests found the cottage very clean, with high-quality linen and towels. A few minor cleaning issues were mentioned, such as a stained toilet and dirty dishes left in the dishwasher, but these were exceptions rather than the norm.
The location is frequently described as peaceful, quiet, and surrounded by beautiful countryside, yet conveniently close to local attractions and towns. Guests appreciated the sense of seclusion without being too remote.
Most guests found the cottage comfortable, warm, and cosy, with good bedding and spacious living areas. Some mentioned issues with mattresses and initial coldness on arrival, but these were addressed by the hosts.
The cottage is generally well-equipped, with a good kitchen, reliable WiFi, and plenty of crockery and cutlery. Some guests noted maintenance issues such as broken fixtures, temperamental water supply, and lack of slip mats in showers, but these were either resolved quickly or did not detract significantly from the overall experience.
The owners are frequently praised for their friendliness, helpfulness, and prompt responses to issues. One guest mentioned being offered a bottle of wine and dinner after a heating problem, but such gestures are not guaranteed for all guests.
About this property
Bright and spacious contemporary barn set in a 25-acre farm in the heart of one of England’s most special places - the spectacular limestone Mendip Hills of Somerset, a picturesque Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.. All on the
Ground Floor:
Living room: Smart TV, DVD Player, Gas Fire
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
Oil fired central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Cot and Highchair. Enclosed gravelled garden with decking, patio, sitting out area, garden furniture and barbecue. Electric car charging point (by prior arrangement). No smoking.. Primrose offers modern, contemporary living space combined with the cosiness and comfort of a country retreat. The barn has an open plan feel with exposed beams, a chic wall mounted gas fire, and full glass doors that all open onto a small decked garden - perfect for summer BBQs or socialising after a busy day exploring the surrounding Mendip Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Both bedrooms have their own bathroom, one of these being en suite, and there is plenty of room outside as the barn is set on a small private estate, with the additional attraction of some very nosey alpacas. A paddock can even be provided for visiting horses with more details on stabling available on request.
Primrose is part of a recently renovated farm complex and can be booked with Marigold (ref M555019) for larger family gatherings. Primrose is approached via a secluded and stunning tree-lined private drive. Although the barn is tucked away in the beautiful and relaxing Somerset countryside, it is in fact, only two miles from the historic market town of Shepton Mallet, five miles from the beautiful medieval city of Wells and within ten minutes drive to Bath park and ride service. In addition, it is close to the Royal Bath and West Showground and is also conveniently located for the world-famous Glastonbury music festival. This really is a perfect location to visit everything that is on offer in the great area of the south west of England.
Free WiFi
Suitable for up to 1 pet
Nearby points of interest
- Cheddar Gorge Caves
- Chew Valley Animal Park
- Longleat Safari Park
- Fleet Air Arm Museum
- Thermae Bath Spa
- Roman Baths
Reviews (31)
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Joseph Daly
A really lovely cottage close to Shepton Mallet, most definitively in the countryside. A great base for visiting Bath, Wells, Cheddar Gorge and Stonehenge. The cottage itself is all on one level, cozy and in a modern style. We enjoyed our stay here and would recommend it to anyone wanting to visit the area.
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Ceridwen
We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful holiday cottage on the farm near Shepton Mallet. The setting is absolutely gorgeous — peaceful, tranquil and surrounded by lovely countryside. It was the perfect place to escape the hustle and bustle and simply relax.The cottage had a wonderfully cosy feel, and waking up in such a beautiful and peaceful setting was a real treat. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would happily return. A truly lovely little getaway and highly recommended!
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Gillian Lewis
We had a delightful time in Primrose. Lovely being on the farm with alpacas wandering around. We had perfect weather too. Very good base for visiting Wells, Glastonbury, Cheddar, Nunney, Clevedon and other places. Good pubs around for food too.