Pear Blossom
16 guests
-
7 bedrooms, 10 beds
5 bathrooms
+1 extra toilet
sq/ft
Sitting in the sprawling grounds of a family-owned manor house, this cute cottage is the Somerset countryside idyll. Wisteria creeps up the beautiful hamstone facade and the Grade II listed features have been carefully retained. Stepping inside the cottage, it’s surprisingly modern with a long, Scandi-chic dining table for ten at the centre of the open living space (there's dining for sixteen in the conservatory). Comfy blue sofas sit in front of the old hearth, now home to a wood-burning stove, and the kitchen is blissfully modern yet retains a country-style charm. Tuck yourself away in the family snug, set around the big TV for a movie night. Or, head outside and make the most of the fabulous grounds. The cottage itself has a private space with a wood-fired hot tub overlooking the fields and a big outdoor dining table for sunny evening barbecues. The surrounding landscape provides miles of stunning countryside to explore either by foot or bike, and local produce and wholesome meals can be found in pubs and grocery stores in the nearby town.
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What to expect
Highlights
Explore the beautiful gardens and estate around you
Enjoy a round of board games by the wood-burner
Keep warm in the wood-fired hot tub overlooking the estate
Gather the whole group for a meal in the garden room
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Home truths
The Wi-fi isn't very strong making it difficult to stream online
There are a few cracks in some of the paintwork upstairs – it’s purely aesthetic, but worth knowing about
The home is split across two buildings with four bedrooms in the main cottage and three more in the converted cowshed a few yards away
Apart from the main sleigh bed, all the beds are zip and link, so can be twins or doubles, just let your host know what you prefer
There is an additional bunk room in the main house that can accommodate three people
Parking is available for four cars
A cot, high chair and baby gates are available, just ask your host
The kitchen lacks basic cleaning supplies, so you might want to bring your own
About this stay
Amenities
Laptop friendly workspace
Wi-fi
Pets allowed
Parking available
Washing machine
Safety gates
Dryer
Hot tub
Bedrooms & bathrooms
7 bedrooms, 10 beds
5 bathrooms, 1 additional toilet
Extras
VIP services
Arrange a chef
Baby sitting
Extras are subject to availability. Please enquire with your host.
Local guide
About Somerset
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Explore the area
Local restaurants, cafes, museums, sites and activities, recommended by our community of hosts and travel experts
Explore Perry's Cider Mills
Immerse yourself in the English countryside at Perry's Cider Mills. Discover the cider pit, local farmer's store, and indulge in boutique ciders and craft gins. Don't miss their delicious pork and apple sausage rolls!
Explore Barrington Court's Stunning Gardens and Artisan Shops
Restored, unfurnished Tudor mansion with colourful gardens, walled orchard, pleasant tea room, and a variety of artisan shops including a tempting goldsmith.
Explore the Museum of Somerset
Immerse yourself in the county's rich history through interactive exhibits and films. Marvel at the Frome Hoard of Roman coins. Friendly staff, free entry, and a lovely café make it a must-visit.
Get around
Airport
Exeter
47 min
Bristol
1 hr 10 min
Cardiff
2 hr 11 min
Train station
Crewkerne
25 min
Bus stop
Ilminster Vine Flats
29 min
Local shops & services
Supermarket
9 min
Cafe
8 min
Pharmacy
30 min
Points of interest
Beach
Charmouth Beach going West to Lyme Regis
44 min
Booking policies
House Rules
Children welcome (1-12 years)
Infants welcome (under 12 months)
Pets welcome
No parties or events
No smoking
Good to know
Arrival from 16:00
Departure before 10:00
Wifi speed: 3Mbps
No air con
Cancellation policy
Up until
7
days
Cancel at least 7 days before your check-in date for a 50% refund.
Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 7 days away.
Host
This home is managed by Ewen
This home is managed directly by its owner who will be your point of contact before and during your stay. Ewen is very friendly and helpful, he looks after the whole estate and takes great care in hosting guests. He has excellent local knowledge and is keen to introduce you to nearby treasures.
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