5 Bed Cottage in Crowcombe

About this property

History, character and luxury combine in this fantastic holiday home set within beautiful grounds on the edge of the Quantock Hills. Surrounded by meadows, woodlands and gardens, this is the perfect base for large groups of friends and family planning Somerset adventures together. Walkers and outdoor enthusiasts alike will love the wealth of hiking and cycling trails that lead from the doorstep and wind through the surrounding countryside. Climb the summits of the national landscape for panoramic views or ramble through the trees at Ramscombe Great Wood (5 miles). For more days in nature, Exmoor National Park awaits just 5 miles away with its heather-clad moorland and wild ponies. Days on the beach are made easy, with the sandy beaches of Doniford and Kilve both sitting within 8 miles of the property. For days of shopping, the towns of Taunton and Minehead are both within 13 miles.

Before stepping into this enchanting Grade II-listed property, take a moment to appreciate its grand exterior and the beautiful greenery that surrounds you, setting the scene for a fantastic rural getaway. The countryside charm continues as you step inside to explore the home further; uncover exposed wooden beams, an impressive fireplaces and plush furnishings. Kick off walking boots in the spacious hallway and move through to the first lounge, where a Smart TV and plush sofas invite relaxation. Cross the hallway to find the second lounge with a wood burner set in a wow-factor original fireplace, plus more comfortable seating and a Smart TV. When stomachs begin to rumble, find that the country-chic kitchen/diner boasts everything needed, including period features and traditional touches, to cook up feasts for the group – enjoy your meals in the bright and airy dining space, or alfresco-style out in the garden. Adjacent to the kitchen is a handy utility room featuring laundry essentials and a small gym space with a Peloton exercise bike. When it’s time to call it a night, five individually styled bedrooms await, starting with the ground-floor double room benefiting from its own kitchenette and en-suite shower room – ideal for extra privacy and accessibility. The four remaining bedrooms await upstairs. Accessed from the second lounge’s original staircase, choose between two charming double bedrooms and two characterful king-size bedrooms, one of which boasts an en-suite bathroom with freestanding bath and separate shower. Completing the interior is a beautiful first-floor family shower room with a separate WC adjacent.

Step outside to find yourself surrounded by gardens and grounds that look like a scene from a country home magazine. Tall trees, rolling lawns and dense shrubbery combine to immerse you with nature – guests are invited to explore all 11 acres. Closer to the property, an enclosed garden boasts a furnished patio along with a BBQ, fire pit and bubbling hot tub. You can also enjoy private use of the heated outdoor swimming pool (April–October) as well as benefit from ample private parking.

Additional information and rules

- 5 bedrooms – 2 king-size, 3 doubles

- 3 bathrooms – 1 family shower room with separate WC, 1 en-suite bathroom with free-standing bath, separate shower and WC and 1 en-suite shower room with WC

- 1 separate WC

- AGA oven, 2 electric ovens, induction hob, American-style fridge/freezer with ice machine, microwave, coffee machine and dishwasher

- Utility room with washing machine, tumble dryer and small gym space with Peloton exercise bike and other workout equipment

- Wood burner (first basket of logs supplied October–April)

- Smart TVs in both lounges and a record player

- Large, enclosed garden with outdoor dining furniture, BBQ, fire pit and hot tub

- Access to main house and gardens featuring an outdoor heated swimming pool (open April–October)

- Ample off-road private parking

- Private catering can be arranged directly with the owner

- Note – ground-floor bedroom boasts a kitchenette and en-suite shower room (ideal for guests seeking privacy or accessibility)

- Note – please take care around the garden’s steam, unfenced pond and uneven medieval paving

- Note – due to the property’s character/age, the staircase is uneven in places

- Note – an external security camera covers the driveway

- Pub/restaurant and shop 1.5 miles, beach 8 miles