Dog Friendly Holidays Mendip Hills

On the outskirts of South Barrow and set in a peaceful scenic country location between Castle Cary and Yeovil, these two single-storey barn conversions, The Cottage (ref 27191) and The Barn (ref UKC2481) make ideal bases from which to explore south and central Somerset. Both are well presented, with lovely country views, and are the perfect places in which to relax and unwind. When choosing The Cottage or The Barn, you will have the luxury of your very own private hot tub, and The Cottage benefits from a cosy wood burner and underfloor heating in the shower room/bathroom.

On the doorstep you can visit the famous Haynes Motor Museum with its superb collection of classic cars; Yeovilton Fleet Air Arm Museum with its exciting aircraft carrier deck experience and huge collection of naval planes, and many historic houses such as Montacute House. Slightly further afield are stunning Stourhead House and Gardens. Within easy driving are Glastonbury Tor, the designer outlet of Clarks Village, Wells cathedral city and the West Somerset Steam Railway, all of which offer great days out. Other family days out include Longleat House and Safari Park, Cheddar Gorge, Wokey Hole or exploring the world famous Jurassic Coast. There is also great country walking in the 10 acres of the owner’s smallholding, local pubs to wine and dine in, and golf courses nearby. Beach 25 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 1¾ miles.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 10 guests.

"Discover the charming Willow Lodge, a cosy rural retreat in Wincanton that provides excellent accommodation for up to 4 guests, making it an ideal choice for couples or family getaways. The lodge features two inviting double bedrooms and a convenient shower room. The heart of the lodge is the open-plan living-dining room, complete with a warm log stove, creating the perfect space to unwind and enjoy quality time with friends and family.
Outside, Willow Lodge offers a spacious garden, perfect for letting younger family members and four-legged friends run and play, or simply for you to relax and relish the tranquillity of this splendid rural setting. Don’t forget to pack your walking boots to take full advantage of the scenic countryside walking routes, or take a leisurely one-mile stroll to the local village pub. Exploring the area, you’ll find a wealth of National Trust properties and stately homes to visit, including The Newt near Castle Cary, Stourhead, Montacute, Wilton House, Kingston Lacy, Tintinhull, and Lytes Cary Manor. If you’re up for a short drive, the hilltop market town of Shaftesbury, famed for the iconic Gold Hill featured in the Hovis advert, is just 20 minutes away. Other attractions within a 45-minute drive include Stonehenge, Clarks shopping village in Street, and The Somerset Levels, featuring Glastonbury Tor.
A mere 15-minute drive leads you to the town of Bruton, home to the renowned Hauser and Wirth gallery with free entry. Golf enthusiasts will appreciate the choice of courses within a 10-mile radius of the property. Thanks to easy access to both the A30 and A303, there’s something to suit everyone within a short drive.
If you’re willing to venture further afield, you’ll find the bustling towns and cities of Bath, Bristol, Taunton, Exeter, Salisbury, Poole, and Bournemouth, as well as the captivating Dorset and Somerset coasts and the scenic New Forest. Willow Lodge is perfectly situated close to two world-famous attractions that have even had their TV shows! Longleat Safari Park is a mere 30-minute drive away, and Monkey World is just under an hour’s drive – both offering fantastic educational day trips. Embrace the beauty of the local countryside with lovely walks right from your cottage, allowing you to immerse yourself in the delightful surroundings."

Located on a working farm, Feltham’s Cottage (ref UK42324) and The Organic Cabin (UK42325) are both surrounded by nature, and you can interact with the farm as much or as little as you like. Ideal for children, as you can roam across the owners 22 acres of land, play in the haystacks in the barn, climb the tree house and also help feed the animals. You can relax outside in the shared garden that backs onto the stable yard, or take a splash in the owner’s natural pool which is fed by soft rainwater, kept clean by hornwort plants that oxygenate the water, this is available all year round. The owners also have a nature trail too, and as this is a Dark Sky area, it is amazing for star gazing as there is very little light pollution.
Feltham’s Cottage has an open-plan living/dining room where you can play retro board games like Scrabble, Monopoly and cards, or watch one of the many classic DVDs available. There is also a fully equipped kitchen, whilst upstairs are two bedrooms and a family bathroom. The owners favour environmentally sustainable furniture and food, so everything you receive from them will be locally sourced, and where possible organic. A welcome hamper is provided, and includes eggs, some local cider from Oliver Dowding, and milk, tea, and coffee.
With beautiful rural views of the Blackmore Vale, Horsington is a quiet Somerset village. Close by there is Pevlings Riding School, Sherborne with its 1000-year-old abbey, the contemporary art gallery Hauser & Wirth in Bruton, and mythical Glastonbury is just 30 minutes’ away. There are great walking routes, fishing and cider picking all within 10 minutes’ of Feltham’s Farm.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 8 guests.

Welcome to Firtree Farm Lodges, a delightful collection of two magnificent lodges set in an enviable location that enjoy stunning views for a truly wonderful holiday experience. Although the word lodge conjures images of a small hideaway, don’t be fooled, these lodges have been bespoke designed to create a large and welcoming living space.
The open plan space has a comfy sofa to relax on, a fabulous dining area for meals or games and a compact kitchen packed with everything you need for your stay including a dishwasher. Two spacious bedrooms, both with en-suite shower rooms and TVs are perfect for a rejuvenating night’s sleep ready for another exciting day and allow flexible sleeping arrangements whether you are two couples or a family. Outside, you have your decked area complete with private hot tub; it really is the optimum spot to sit back, relax in the bubbles with some bubbly and admire the beautiful landscape in front of you that paints a different picture each day. You have a large, shared grass area between the two lodges, perfect for two or four legged family members to enjoy.
As hard as it will be to tear yourself away from the lodges, when you do you will find a wealth of places to visit nearby. For the motorheads, Haynes Motor Museum is just a 5-minute drive from the lodges where you can discover everything from classic cars to modern marvels at this wonderful attraction. Grab a designer bargain at Clarks Village retail outlet in Street or head to Glastonbury and explore the medieval town and climb the Tor for those amazing views of Somerset. For the foodies head to The Newt, just under a 10-minute drive; this increasingly popular venue is well known for its food, lively atmosphere and even the odd celebrity or two can be spotted passing through. You will also find plenty of National Trust properties nearby such as Lytes Cary Manor and Montacute House, both within a 20-minute drive.