Guests say
The Old Bull Stall is a charming, peaceful cottage set in beautiful Somerset countryside, ideal for exploring local attractions and enjoying rural tranquillity. Guests consistently praise the friendly and welcoming hosts, the cleanliness of the property, and the thoughtful touches on arrival. The location is perfect for walkers, cyclists, and those seeking a relaxing break. While some mention the living room seating and certain furnishings could be updated, the overall experience is highly positive, with many guests eager to return.
Multiple reviews highlight the cottage as clean, tidy, and well looked after, with no significant complaints about cleanliness.
The location is frequently described as idyllic, peaceful, and central for exploring Somerset and neighbouring counties, with easy access to attractions and countryside walks.
Most guests found the cottage comfortable and cosy, though a few noted that the living room seating could be improved, especially for longer stays or older guests.
The property is generally well-equipped, with guests appreciating the provided essentials and amenities. A few mention older appliances and a small TV, but these did not significantly detract from their stay.
Many guests mention thoughtful touches such as homemade flapjack, milk, eggs, and flowers on arrival. However, please note that these gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
A quaint, period cottage, converted from a former barn, situated on the owner's working farm in the peaceful hamlet of Penselwood, 2 miles from Bourton and 5 miles from Gillingham. Set amidst glorious countryside on the borders of Dorset, Somerset and Wiltshire, this traditional cottage provides a comfortable, well-furnished base from which to explore the delights of this lovely area. The property offers cosy living accommodation, two charming bedrooms and shared use of the owner's lawned garden. Enjoy a fresh egg for breakfast from the free range hens on the farm, which is also home to sheep, shire horses, cattle, ducks and geese.
There is good walking in the area and there are plenty of places to visit nearby such as Stourhead, Longleat, Yeovilton Fleet Air Arm Museum, the Cheddar Gorge, Shaftesbury, Stonehenge, Wells, Salisbury and the Dorset coast, all within easy driving distance. For days out close to home, purchase a day ticket for trout fishing, only 4 miles from the property, while children can enjoy a play area near the church. This is a great base for a relaxing break in lovely, rural surroundings.
With just a sprinkling of pretty cottages, a village church and a children's play area, Penselwood is a charming hamlet, surrounded by lush farmland and unspoiled countryside. Set on the border between Dorset, Somerset and Wiltshire, this charming little settlement is reached by winding country lanes from the nearby village of Bourton. Far from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, the wonderful hamlet of Penselwood is the perfect place to relax in peaceful countryside. Between great walking, the magnificent house and gardens at Stourhead, historic Shaftesbury and Longleat House with its Safari Park, visitors will be spoiled for choice when it comes to activities.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 1 x first floor double, 1 x ground floor twin with additional fold-out bed.
Ground floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Small kitchen.
Sitting room with gas woodburner and dining area.
Electric wall panel heaters with gas woodburner in sitting room and heated towel rail in bathroom.
Electric cooker, microwave, fridge, freezer, shared use of owner's washing machine by arrangement, TV, DVD, radio, WiFi.
All fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen included in rent.
Off road parking for 2 cars.
Shared use of owner's lawned garden with garden furniture.
One well-behaved dog welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 2 miles.
Note: Young children should be supervised at all times due to proximity of farm equipment/animals.
Note: Dogs must be kept on a lead whilst on premises of property.
Nearby points of interest
- Longleat Safari Park
- Fleet Air Arm Museum
Reviews (29)
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Deborah
Marked down just because of extremely small TV with only basic channels, leaving us a little short of entertainment some evenings.
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Martin
The hosts were lovely people and a great location for exploring Somerset and beyond. Great walks straight out of the door with some lovely pubs close by.
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Andrew
The accomodation was clean and tidy, everything we needed was provided and the hosts/owners were on hand in the nearby farm house if we had any problems, which we didn't. There were lovely local walks around the area, and the property was just far enough from the main roads to provide a really peacefull experience, but not too far that it became a treck. The locals we encountered were all friendly and courteous, non more so that our hosts. We had never stayed in that particular area of Somerset before, but found it a great location with loads of museums and historical attractions within a short drive. The Old Bull Stall is situated on a working farm, so might not be rated as high by the superficial Instagram generation, but for us it was perfect. Would definately go back.