Guests say
Plum Cottage in Castle Cary is a charming, peaceful retreat praised for its cleanliness, comfort, and excellent location close to shops, eateries, and scenic walks. Guests appreciate the spaciousness, well-equipped kitchen, and delightful garden with a summer house. The cottage is described as cosy and homely, with helpful hosts and a welcoming atmosphere. Some mention steep stairs, a compact bathroom, and remote parking, but these are outweighed by the many positives. The property is ideal for exploring the area and offers a relaxing base for a memorable stay.
Multiple reviews highlight the cottage as very clean, tidy, and well maintained. Only one review mentioned damp and humidity, but this was not a common theme. Overall, guests consistently praise the high standard of cleanliness.
The location is frequently described as perfect, peaceful, and convenient for exploring Castle Cary and the wider area. Shops, pubs, and restaurants are within walking distance, and the setting is quiet yet central.
Guests find the cottage comfortable, cosy, and spacious, with good beds and a homely feel. Some mention steep stairs and a snug bathroom, but these do not detract significantly from overall comfort.
The cottage is well equipped with everything needed for a pleasant stay, including a well-furnished kitchen and a lovely garden. Some guests noted the bathroom is small and the kitchen table is awkward for more than two, but most found the facilities more than adequate.
Some guests mention thoughtful touches such as a handwritten note and a small welcome pack, though others noted the absence of items like milk or dog bowls. Please note that gifts or welcome packs are not guaranteed.
About this property
This charming cottage is close to Castle Cary’s town centre, with easy access to shops yet also the countryside on your doorstep!. 2 steps to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living room: Freeview Smart TV, Electric Woodburner
Kitchen: Breakfast Area, Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Washing Machine
Study.
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 2: Single (3ft) Bed
Bathroom: Roll Top Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Highchair. Welcome pack. Enclosed rear garden with terrace, sitting-out area, garden furniture and summer house. Public car park, free of charge. No smoking. Please note: There are 6 steps in the garden.. Plum Cottage is a wonderful home-from-home and has been lovingly furnished by the owners to ensure a comfortable stay. Packed with features, from the arches in the windows to the individual light fittings, you will find yourself spotting the little touches throughout your holiday!
On the ground floor you have the light yet cosy living room with its electric wood burner and Smart TV. A bespoke fitted kitchen with a breakfast area and all you need to prepare your meals after a day’s exploring! Off the kitchen you have a sunny study come garden room which opens up to the lovely tiered garden, a real sun-trap and has the bonus of a summerhouse at the top, the perfect spot to sit for breakfast or while you’re enjoying a glass of your favourite tipple while the sun sets on another day. Upstairs you will find the master bedroom with a king-size bed, a single bedroom and the bathroom with a beautiful claw-footed roll-top bath which has a shower over, the perfect place to unwind!
From the doorstep you can walk into the town centre or up the hill to the park and beyond across the fields. The town centre of Castle Cary is a mix of independent shops and larger stores and has multiple food outlets as well as pubs and restaurants. The magnificent Haynes Motor Museum is just 4 miles away, showcasing everything from a mini to a Formula 1 car, making a great day out for everyone!
Further afield are the larger towns of Yeovil, Glastonbury and Shaftesbury can be reached within 30 minutes and are packed with entertainment venues, shops, eateries. Glastonbury in particular is famous for its spiritual side, a walk up the Tor is a must to experience the stunning views for miles around. National Trust properties are plentiful in this area with Montacute House and Lytes Cary Manor under half an hour’s drive away.
Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Free WiFi
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Only dogs allowed at the property.
Suitable for up to 1 pet
Nearby points of interest
- Fleet Air Arm Museum
- Longleat Safari Park
Reviews (25)
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Confirmed Guest
We enjoyed our stay at Plum Cottage. The cottage was comfortable, clean, well furnished. and equipped.. It has a lovely garden with a summer house. It’s a good base for exploring the area. There is no parking at the cottage but we had no problems in finding parking. The welcome pack consisted of a variety of coffee and tea, but you need to provide your own milk and biscuits.The cottage is a short walk to Castle Cary with its shops, pubs and restaurants. We eat at both The George and also the Italian and would recommend them both. We found the town very friendly.Good communication from the owners.
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Confirmed Guest
Lovely cottage. Very clean, comfortable, well -equipped, and warm - once I worked the heating control out! Castle Cary is a great place to stay, and everyone was kind and welcoming, even in the shops (which are definitely worth checking out, lots of independent boutiques and bakeries!). It's also a really good base, Wells, Bath, Glastonbury and quite a few NT properties all within an hour's drive away. I hope to return.Worth noting - the key to the front door is very stiff, there's a definite knack to it.
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Nygel
Loved the cottage, the little touches and the handwritten note from the children. We will definitely return. Thankyou. So comfy.