[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Beautiful 7 bedroom house with hottub, wifi and parking near Bath/Wells/Frome Family-friendly vacation home in Shepton Mallet with a hot tub ![TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77880000/77870600/77870567/ea40e951.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77880000/77870600/77870567/b4883be9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77880000/77870600/77870567/0de951e8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77880000/77870600/77870567/f4e4881e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77880000/77870600/77870567/0b4e844b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to this historic 16th-century property, perfect for family holidays, celebrations and kids' parties. Unwind in the spacious drawing room with a fireplace and comfortable sofas or enjoy outdoor games in the large garden. The premium hot tub is an ideal spot to relax after a day of fun. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 7 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 224844 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Parking available - Washer - Barbecue grill - Fireplace - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Beautiful 7 bedroom house with hottub, wifi and parking near Bath/Wells/Frome This beautiful period property dates back to the Strode-Barrington family who lived here in the 16th century. It has been recently renovated to offer modern amenities in comfortable historic surroundings. The drawing room offers a large socialising space with deep comfortable sofas, a games table, bar and additional seating. There are a selection of board games, a games console, Netflix and other streaming services alongside the wireless broadband. The bedrooms offer plenty of accommodation for up to 16 guests (4 additional guests can be accommodated on request) with 7 bedrooms, most boasting ensuite bathrooms. The bedrooms offer such features as four poster beds, pearl inlay woodwork, intricate carved headboards and a log burner. The dining room offers seating for 18 around the large dining table with plenty of crockery and glassware for all. The kitchen has an American style fridge freezer, a separate free standing drinks fridge, a dishwasher and electric cooker all fitted around the worktop manufactured from recycled glass bottles. The 6 bathrooms have been recently updated with beautiful Calacatta marble and limestone alongside new fittings. The leisure facilities offer something for everyone. Whether it be the large premium hot tub with jets, fountains and waterfalls, or the games room with something for all ages. This property offers the perfect place to celebrate with your friends and family. About this space We setup StayNearBath to offer beautiful old properties for those wishing to get together with a friends and family to experience the delights of Bath. The World Heritage Site has activities for everyone, from sightseeing and the spa to archery and horse riding. Open the main front door into a stunning spacious hallway to access to all of the ground floor rooms. Featuring 7 bedrooms, kitchen with large fridges and dishwasher, dining room with large dining table and drawing room for entertaining, this has everything you would need for your country escape. In addition it has a lounge, games room and premium hot tub to offer comfort and enjoyment for all. The drawing room is a generous 32m squared and offers a fireplace and beautiful large windows. The bedrooms feature tall ceilings, original features and beautiful furniture. The dining room has a large farmhouse dining table. The kitchen boasts an American style fridge and freezer, a separate drinks fridge, a dishwasher and electric oven. The lounge is large and light, features an original fireplace and can be used as one of the bedrooms if required. The games room offers a good selection of games in addition to the games console and board games available in the drawing room. The garden is large and offers space for outdoor games to keep all of the family entertained. There is a 7.4Kw Type 2 electric charger at the property, it is available through the CoCharger App where also the availability and charges are published. The property is for your exclusive and private use during your stay. This property is great for; Family holidays – There is a great selection of activities to keep all of the family entertained for your stay. For those sunny days there are many outdoor activities including football, swings, croquet, netball and badminton. Dont forget the large premium hot tub to relax after a day full of fun outside. When the weather isnt as good try the wide array of board and card games, darts, the chess table, pool table, table tennis, an xbox with over 50 games and even a roulette table should you fancy a flutter. Locally there are loads of attractions including Wookey Hole, Cheddar Gorge caves, Longleat Safari Park, go karting, paintball, museums, water based activities and much more. Also the cities of Wells, Bath and Bristol offer culture and kids activities. Celebrations and kids parties – There is loads of space both inside and outside the property to host your special birthday or anniversary celebration or kids party. There are three outdoor terraces with tables and seating for over 30 guests, while inside there is a huge main dining table in the dining room as well as a smaller dining table should you need to dine out of the rain and cold. For the kids, there is space for bouncy castles on the lawn (Enquire for pricing) and kids entertainment. Stag Dos and Hen parties – The large socialising space makes this property perfect for hosting and entertaining a group for a hen or stag do. Bedrooms for everyone, including sleeping space for up to 20. If your stags/hens dont want to share a double bed there are14 beds if not everyone knows each other as well. The hot tub is great for relaxing and there is terrace space for additional hot tubs if the one premium hot tub is not quite enough (Enquire for pricing). For a list of local activities while you are staying please get in touch. Yoga and Pilates retreats – For the summer the large, flat front lawn offers a great space for an outdoor retreat. Should the weather not be as comfortable, the large drawing room is over 30m squared and offers plenty of space to lay out your matts in the warm. The hot tub helps soothe the muscles and further relax the mind after a good workout. Activity breaks/holidays – With such vast countryside around the property based in between Wells and Bath the property offers a great base for activity holidays. Right on the edge of the Mendip Hills, the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty there are countless hikes, walks, caves and gorges to explore. There are also excellent cycle routes for all abilities with hills and flats to keep everyone happy, and loads of local pubs/cafes for a well deserved rest along the way. There are other activities like clay pigeon shooting, paintball, rifle shooting, golf, go karting, racing and bubble football for those who wish to tire themselves out. Business meetings, corporate events and small conferences – There are two large inside spaces suitable for meetings or small conferences. The dining room offers workspace for up to 16 with good access to wifi along with plug sockets so everyone can plug in. A projector and screen can be made available (Please enquire at time of booking to ensure availability) for presentations. For a more casual meeting the huge drawing room offers comfortable seating with a large TV for displaying content. If you need someone to serve refreshments or provide catering please get in touch. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Electric car charging station on site - Car not required - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 7 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 6 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Stereo - TV with cable/satellite channels - Video games ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (limited availability) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Bicycles - Billiards/pool table - Table tennis - Basketball nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Kayaking nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sailing nearby - Swimming nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit ### General - Bicycles - Electric car charging station - Garden - Unit size: 4,844 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66070000/66060700/66060695/ff16f197.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Swallet Farm : Large Group Accommodation in the Mendips Bristol - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Parking available - Laundry 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=66060695&PinnedHotelID=66060695&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55020000/55014300/55014242/b5ce8101.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### In Somerset Bristol - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=55014242&PinnedHotelID=55014242&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33610000/33601800/33601701/c50bcf31.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Luxuriously renovated farmhouse with hot tub Pylle 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=33601701&PinnedHotelID=33601701&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33600000/33593000/33592905/cc316b2e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Stylishly renovated farmhouse with hot tub in rural Somerset Glastonbury 10 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=33592905&PinnedHotelID=33592905&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42600000/42599700/42599638/bb7c139c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### A large group retreat that sleeps 16 guests in 4 bedrooms Chew Stoke - Hot tub - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Parking available 9.8 Exceptional 21 reviews CA $3,028 CA $3,028 total includes taxes & fees Oct 6 - Oct 7 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-06&endDate=2025-10-07&selected=42599638&PinnedHotelID=42599638&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70560000/70554800/70554758/6b79dcb3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cider Barn sleeping 12 with hot tub and Spa facilities. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention A car is not required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as 138561\_309128 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C51.20104%2C-2.54047&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=cZIVBZJmDxow1x6v1cKrDvFYEuI=) Bath Road, Downside, Shepton Mallet, Somerset #### What's nearby - Kilver Court - 17 min walk - 1.5 km - Royal Bath and West Showground - 8 min drive - 7.4 km - Wells Bishop's Palace - 11 min drive - 9.7 km - Wells Cathedral - 12 min drive - 10.4 km - Wookey Hole Caves - 20 min drive - 21.9 km #### Getting around - Castle Cary Station - 15 min drive - Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 39 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Costa Coffee - ‬2 min drive - ‪Whitstone's - ‬2 min drive - ‪Highwayman Inn - ‬4 min drive - ‪The Cheeky Bean - ‬17 min walk - ‪The Thatched Cottage Inn - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Beautiful 7 bedroom house with hottub, wifi and parking near Bath/Wells/Frome pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Beautiful 7 bedroom house with hottub, wifi and parking near Bath/Wells/Frome? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Beautiful 7 bedroom house with hottub, wifi and parking near Bath/Wells/Frome? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Beautiful 7 bedroom house with hottub, wifi and parking near Bath/Wells/Frome located? > This family-friendly Shepton Mallet vacation home is located in a rural location, 1 mi (1.6 km) from Kilver Court, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Royal Bath and West Showground and Glastonbury Festival Site. Wells & Mendip Museum and Mendip Hills are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Beautiful 7 bedroom house with hottub, wifi and parking near Bath/Wells/Frome Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathryn R. Dec 3, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Kathryn We had a wonderful time staying at this beautiful house for a friends reunion. The house is charming, comfortable, with great communal areas and cosy bedrooms. It’s well placed near a train station, and a great walk. We loved the fireplace and the hot tub which created a great atmosphere and kept us warm in winter. ##### Kathryn R. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Teresa M. Aug 20, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### We Loved our Stay This property excelled my expectations. The house has old time charm and modern amenities. There is a Large beautiful outdoor area and outdoor seating. The hot tub had a wonderful ambiance. It was perfect for our group. ##### Teresa M. 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