1 Bed Cottage in Montacute

About this property

Nestled in the centre of the picturesque village of Montacute, this exquisite character cottage, is surrounded by other Grade II listed houses built using the warm golden hues of Hamstone and is designed for the perfect romantic break for two, perfect for any time of the year. Within a 25-mile radius, you'll find the famous World Heritage Jurassic coastline, offering exciting adventures like fossil hunting at Charmouth Beach or a visit to the iconic seaside town of Lyme Regis. You could explore the historic town of Somerton which gave its name to the county and was possibly the capital of Wessex or visit the vibrant and historic towns of Sherborne (10 miles), Ilminster (10.5 miles) and Bruton (20 miles) where you could dine at a well-known Michelin Star restaurant, Osip or closer to home a Michelin guide restaurant Holm, South Petherton only 7 miles by car.

Step inside this striking property and you will immediately find yourself in an open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner with a stable door opening into an enclosed courtyard garden. Settle in for a snug evening in the lounge with a film on the Smart TV in front of the warming wood burner. The kitchen has all the luxury touches including a Smeg fridge and a Nespresso coffee machine with milk frother, opening into an enclosed courtyard garden. After exploring the wonderful countryside head upstairs to sleep tight in the King size bed with a handmade Luxury Natural collection mattress by John Lewis after a long soak in the striking copper free-standing bath. Completing the accommodation is an immaculate en-suite shower room with a large rainfall shower.The enclosed courtyard garden, illuminated at night with uplighters is a delightful outside space to relax in and has a table and chairs, so you can enjoy your morning coffee or some al fresco dining. In front of the cottage is the village square including car parking which offers convenient amenities within a mere 400-metre radius, including two pubs, a post office, a tearoom, and a petrol station with essential supplies. There are a variety of amazing walks straight from the doorstep including Ham Hill and Montacute House across the road, a popular National Trust property with extensive parkland and used as a film location for Wolf Hall, Jane Austen’s Sense and Sensibility and other films.

Additional information and rules

- 1 king-size bedroom - with free-standing copper bath

- 1 en-suite shower room with large rainfall shower and WC

- Electric hob and oven, microwave, fridge, dishwasher, Nespresso coffee machine, air fryer and washer/dryer machine

- Welcome pack

- Wood burner (first basket of logs provided)

- Smart TV in the lounge

- Fully enclosed garden, Weber kettle BBQ and table and chairs

- Free Parking can be found directly in front of the cottage in the village square (subject to availability)

- Shop, 2 pubs and National Trust Montacute House and gardens within 450 metres

- EV charger available within the National Trust car park - please ensure you are aware of requirements and opening/closing times

- Babes in arms welcome however travel cot and high chair are not supplied

- Please note are not permitted upstairs - additional cleaning charges may apply if rule is breeched