Cabin ∙ 4 bedrooms ∙ 8 guests | Cottage in Belluton with Pool
4 Bedroom Cottage in Belluton
Once a stable block, Old Stables now offers the ultimate bolthole for eight plus three*. Seriously indulge in the range of activities on hand. Or kick back and relax!
Nestled near the village of Pensford overlooking the stunning Mendip foothills in the Chew Valley, Old Stables sits in extensive grounds with access to a heated swimming pool with a hot tub, steam room and changing rooms.
Old Stables is located adjacent to East Wing (sleeps six + two) in ten acres of beautiful grounds. Originally built in 1800 as part of the Belluton Grange estate, the grounds retain many Georgian features, including a well and a rare Georgian Horse Wash, utilising a natural spring.
Gone are the horses and groom - instead you'll find glorious accommodation for eight over four bedrooms, with a sofa bed and child's bed available for up to three more guests if required (*extra fee). Retaining its original character, there is plenty of space for everyone to relax and dine together.
The Stables benefits from two reception rooms; The Garden Room/Conservatory has a large dining table seating up to 14 guests and magnificent views. The spacious sitting room has comfortable seating and a wood burner. A fully equipped open plan breakfasting kitchen is next to the living area. All of these rooms have French doors that lead onto the garden.
Upstairs are three en-suite bedrooms, two with super king beds that can be made up as twins if required, and the third with a 5 ' king. Two have bathrooms with freestanding baths and separate showers., one has a shower room. The fourth bedroom is located downstairs and has full size bunk-beds and access to a downstairs washroom.
Discover the purpose built swimming pool complex housing a ten-metre pool hot tub, changing rooms and steam cubicle. Shared with guests at East Wing, the amenities are bookable for fully exclusive use in advance of your stay.
Outside the private terrace has ample seating for your party, with loungers, comfy chairs and a charcoal barbecue. The garden itself is shared with guests staying at East Wing and the owners.
We can also offer massages, aromatherapy treatments and personal trainer assessment which can be arranged by yourselves at an extra charge.
Guests have access to a laundry room (shared with East Wing) containing two washing machines, tumble dryers and an additional dishwasher in case of parties!
There's plenty to keep you on site and lots of reasons to venture out into the beautiful Somerset countryside! Situated in Belluton, a hamlet on the B3130 near Pensford, Old Stables is within easy access to the A37 for travelling to the Georgian city of Bath and the home of Isambard Kingdom Brunel: Bristol. Both cities can be reached within 30 minutes.
Old Stables is also ideally situated for visiting the historic City of Wells, England's smallest city, with its ancient Cathedral, Bishop's Palace and lovely market square with its twice weekly market.
Within easy reach are the impressive gorge and caves of Cheddar and Wookey Hole, historic Glastonbury, and the new designer outlet at Kilver Court.
Chew Valley is unique in the West Country, comprising some 35,000 acres of unspoilt and protected countryside which occupies the middle ground of the Bath, Bristol and Wells triangle. Dominating the south side of the valley are the foothills of the Mendip Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The valley contains both the Chew Valley and Blagdon Lakes, notably for their fishing, birdlife, sailing and nature study amenities. The villages in the Valley are all unspoilt and each has its individual charm and character.
There are several walks from the front door, including a stiff climb up to the Iron Age Hill fort atop Norton Malreward or a meander along the Chew Valley to see the Stanton Drew Standing Stones.
There is great food to be found at The Rising Sun in Pensford and 'the Pelly', The Lazy Lobster and The Bear and Swan in Chew Magna. If you are looking for gourmet dining, look no further than The Pig near Bath, four miles distant. Please note, you will need to make a reservation for The Pig well in advance.
Old Stables provides perfect group accommodation for guests attending weddings at The Pig near Bath, a nine minute taxi drive away. Weddings at Folly Farm, and Ston Easton Park can be reached within 11-15 minutes' drive.
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