Title: Mulberry House - Seven Bedroom Villa, Sleeps 16 - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Mulberry House - Seven Bedroom Villa, Sleeps 16 Family-friendly villa in Chard with a hot tub ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94680000/94670300/94670268/c77c03d6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94680000/94670300/94670268/9d516cb7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94680000/94670300/94670268/7381099c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94680000/94670300/94670268/88fe9e5b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94680000/94670300/94670268/9e2e3dfc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In the heart of Somerset, Mulberry House offers a tranquil retreat amidst 5 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens. Unwind in one of the spacious living areas, such as the Winter Parlour or Great Hall, and enjoy activities like croquet on the lawn or tennis in the old court. With its luxurious facilities and rich history dating back to 1590. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 7 bedrooms10 bathroomsSleeps 16 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Hot tub - Washer - Fireplace - Outdoor space - Kitchen ## 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. ### Mulberry House - Seven Bedroom Villa, Sleeps 16 Mulberry House is a hidden Elizabethan gem, built during the Shakespearean era. This stunning property offers a peaceful retreat set amidst 5 acres of beautiful, landscaped gardens. Enjoy breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. Inside, you'll find a spacious interior that spans 3 floors. The property features 4 reception rooms, a dining room, a fully equipped kitchen, 8 bedrooms, and 9 bathrooms. The interior displays period features such as carved oak panelling, ornate stucco ceilings and large open fireplaces which lend to the character of this remarkable home. With two exceptionally large reception room of over 60 square metres, there is ample space to host your special celebration or corporate retreat. The dining room seats 16 guests comfortably, and the big kitchen is equipped with SMEG double ovens and double fridges. You'll love the different spacious living spaces such as the Winter Parlour, Great Chamber, and Great Hall that provide plenty of room to spread out and relax. Retire for the night in one of the 8 beautifully designed bedrooms, each furnished with the finest Egyptian cotton bedding for a restful sleep. The 6 bathrooms are supplied with natural spring water, providing a heavenly and divine experience. The interiors display a classic, luxury style interior with a nod to the period the house was built. Immerse yourself in the luxurious facilities and rich history of this spectacular home. Experience the grandeur of Mulberry House, a luxury property boasting impressive facilities and a rich history. This magnificent home was built by Robert Henley (a contemporary of Sir Walter Raleigh and Sir Francis Drake) and remained in the same family from 1590-1919.  the famous Georgian author Jane Austen reportedly named The Red House in her novel Persuasion after this very house, with its striking red sandstone facade. Features: Ground Floor \- Entrance Hall \- Dining Room with working fireplace \- Kitchen \- Drawing Room with wood panelling and working fireplace \- Office with library \- Living Room with wood panelling, working fireplace, dining table and TV. \- The Northumberland (Bedroom 1) - Four-poster queen size bedroom with en-suite shower room \- Family bathroom with bath under the stairs with beams \- Laundry Room with W.C First Floor \- Great Chamber with working fireplace \- The Charleston (Bedroom 2) - King size mahogany sleigh bed and mahogany bateau bed with en-suite shower room \- The Dolland Hulke (Bedroom 3) - Super king/zip link bedroom and extra bateau bed with en-suite Mandarin Stone marble bathroom, bathtub and overhead shower. \- The Oak Room (Bedroom 4) - King size bed and extra single French mahogany bed and en-suite bathroom \- Family Bathroom with free-standing oval stone resin bathtub and large walk-in rain shower Second Floor \- The Sanctuary (Bedroom 5) - King size mahogany sleigh bed plus two single guest beds. The bedroom is tucked away with its own private staircase and adjacent shower room (at base of staircase) \- Accessed via its own staircase The Willow Room and The Henley Suite \- The Willow Room (Bedroom 6) Super King/zip link bed with en-suite shower room \- The Henley Suite (Bedroom 7) Magnificent four-poster bed with silk pleated ceiling and drapes plus double sleigh bed in anteroom. Additional Facilities \- Wi-Fi \- 55” Smart TV with speaker system for cinematic effect \- 2.2m diameter wood fired hot tub \- Table tennis table \- Table football table \- Gas BBQ \- 70cm diameter fire pit \- Outdoor reclining chairs \- Volleyball/badminton net and racket set \- Garden Jenga \- Outdoor table with 24 chairs Location: Nestled in the small village of Forton, Somerset, Mulberry house offers a stunning retreat surrounded by lush gardens and breathtaking landscapes. The gardens are a true treasure and delight for nature lovers as they feature herbaceous borders, shrubs, and trees, and even include a 600-year-old Mulberry tree. From February to November the garden is adorned with magnolias, camellias, roses, lavender, and salvias in an array of beautiful colours, attracting bees, birds, and dragonflies. Making this property a haven for wildlife enthusiasts. If you take a leisurely stroll around the lily ponds and duck ponds and soak in the tranquillity of your surroundings. There are plenty of opportunities to enjoy some activities in the gardens such as croquet on the lawn or some tennis in the old court. The terraces with BBQs and a Lutyens inspired summer house provide the perfect spot for al fresco dining and the fire pit is ideal for cosy evenings under the stars. For those looking to explore the nearby area, there are plenty of activities and things to see. There is a picturesque town called Crewkerne is just a short drive away, offering a variety of shops, restaurants, and pubs. Take a trip to the stunning Jurassic Coast, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and marvel at the spectacular cliffs and beaches and visit the charming town of Lyme Regis which is famous for its history and quaint shops. Pubs \- The Three Horseshoes in Burton Bradstock. Award-winning thatched roof pub on the Jurassic Coast \- Lord Poulett Arms in Hinton St. George. Chic gastropub close to Henley House \- Tytherleigh Arms in Tytherleigh. Close to Henley House, elevated gastropub dining experience \- The Barrington Boar in Barrington. Exceptional food with tasteful interior in quaint Somerset village \- Queens Arms in Corton Denham / Sherborne. Outstanding country pub in quintessentially picturesque English village, luxurious interior with fabulous food and wine \- The Cotley Inn in Wambrook / Chard. Stunning views over Somerset hills with local produce and own food garden \- Candlelight Inn in Bishopswood. Relaxed country pub with refined food and well curated wines and ales \- Devonshire Arms in Long Load. Former hunting lodge with expansive walled garden and elevated dining experience \- The Cobb Arms in Lyme Regis. Rustic vintage pub right at the marina \- Harbour Inn in Lyme Regis. Refined local seafood and meat specialities at the beach \- The Volunteer in Lyme Regis. 400 year-old independent inn with vintage wood interior and great local ales & cider Restaurants \- HOLM in South Petherton. Contemporary fine dining with local produce \- The Oyster & Fish House Lyme Regis. Contemporary seafood restaurant by renowned chef Mark Hix overlooking Lyme Bay \- Mark’s Kitchen Table. Hix offers a private dining experience at either his home or Henley House \- Robin Wylde in Lyme Regis. Intimate dining experience with locally sourced tasting menu \- Lilac in Lyme Regis. Informal restaurant and wine bar in 400-year old cellar \- Brassica in Beaminster. Local produce in cosy atmosphere with adjacent speciality food shop \- Ollerod in Beaminster. Award-winning foodie nest in 14th century building \- Hive Beach Cafe in Burton Bradstock. Casual fresh seafood restaurant located directly on the beach \- Seaside Boarding House in Burton Bradstock Upmarket seafood dining with spectacular views of the sea \- 28 Market Place in Somerton. Top-shelf restaurant in Grade-II listed building with bakery and wine shop \- At the Chapel in Bruton Pictured above, chapel converted to outstanding fine dining restaurant \- Roth Bar & Grill in Bruton. Fantastic meat restaurant with own garden, vineyard and local suppliers \- Osip in Bruton. Michelin star farm-to-table restaurant Drinks \- Moorish & Banham Wine Merchants in Bridport \- Selected Grapes in Bridport \- Palmers Brewery & Wine Shop in Bridport \- Wine World in Honiton \- Furleigh Estate Vineyard in Bridport \- The Coffee Factory in Shute / Axminster \- Lyme Bay Winery & Gin in Shute / Axminster \- Lyme Regis Brewery in Lyme Regis \- Sheppy’s Cider Farm in Taunton \- Perry’s Cider Farm in Dowlish Wake / Ilminster \- The Newt Estate in Shepton Montague Deli \- Mercato Italiano in Bridport. Outstanding, tucked away Italian delicatessen shop that sells cheese, meat, wine, dolce, wholesale and now also bakes the finest Napoletana pizza in the evenings \- The Fridge in Bridport. Another amazing delicatessen shop, specialises in cheeses, meats and other delights Farm shop \- Tytherleigh Farm Shop in Tytherleigh \- Barleymows Farm Shop in Barleymow \- Miller’s Farm Shop in Axminster \- Washingpool Farm Shop in North Allington / Bridport Bakeries \- Wobbly Cottage Bakery in Broadwindsor. Outstanding sourdough bread, also sold at Tytherleigh Farm Shop near Henley House \- The Barley Sugar Bakehouse French Artisan in Crewkerne \- 28 Market Place Artisan Bakery in Somerton \- Bear Bread Bakery in Colyton \- Own Mill Bakery in Lyme Regis \- Rise Bakery in Bridport Butchers \- Colyford Butchers in Colyford \- Bonner’s Butchers in Ilminster \- Barrett Brothers in Crewkerne Fishmongers \- The Wet Fish Shop in Lyme Regis \- Beer Fisheries in Beer & Axminster \- Davy's Locker in Bridport \- Samways in West Bay \- Just Fish in Seaton Groceries \- Waitrose in Crewkerne (delivery available) \- Tesco in Chard (delivery available) \- Sainsbury’s in Chard (delivery available) \- Lidl in Chard (no delivery) \- Morrisons Daily in South Chard (small convenience store) Terms & Conditions: ? £1500 charged to client's credit card by Oliver’s Travels as a pre-authorisation at least 2 weeks prior to arrival and refunded two weeks after departure, subject to full inspection. 4.00 p.m. 10.00 a.m. Yes. Yes. Not allowed. Lead booker must be 18+ years old. Friday. All other changeover days on request. No. £250 payable to Oliver's Travels at the time of balance payment. This is for a standard changeover clean. Guests should be respectful of the property and leave the accommodation in a clean and tidy condition. Any extra cleaning, laundry, maintenance and/or rubbish disposal required will be charged against the security deposit. Smoking & vaping are not permitted. 3 nights. Yes. Wi-Fi internet access included. Not allowed. Smoking - not allowed ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the villa: Internet access ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Dishwasher ### Bedrooms - 7 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 9.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Firepit - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - Near the bay ### Things to do - Foosball table - Table tennis - Tennis - Hiking/biking trails nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - 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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 ### Property is also known as 3505202 ## About the area Located in Chard, this villa is in a rural area. Cricket St Thomas Golf Course and Castlewood Vineyard are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Lyme Regis Marine Aquarium and East Lambrook Manor Gardens. Traveling with kids? Consider Mapperton Gardens and Seaton Tramway. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking. [Visit our Chard travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Chard.dx6048091) [View more Villas in Chard](https://www.expedia.ca/Chard-Villas.d6048091-aaVillas.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C50.85177%2C-2.91623&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=6TRWFaajTjP0ccYNTRoFKw3WqrY=) Forton ### What's nearby - Chard Museum - 10 min drive - 7.2 km - Charmouth Heritage Coast Centre - 25 min drive - 23.6 km - Lyme Regis Beach - 25 min drive - 21.9 km - Monmouth Beach - 26 min drive - 22.3 km - West Bay Beach - 32 min drive - 28.6 km ### Getting around - Axminster Station - 20 min drive - Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 48 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪The Royal Oak - ‬15 min drive - ‪The Cerdic (Wetherspoon) - ‬8 min drive - ‪Costa Coffee - ‬8 min drive - ‪Chard’s Fish & Chips - ‬8 min drive - ‪Bath House Chinese Restaurant - ‬9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Mulberry House - Seven Bedroom Villa, Sleeps 16 pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Mulberry House - Seven Bedroom Villa, Sleeps 16? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Mulberry House - Seven Bedroom Villa, Sleeps 16? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Mulberry House - Seven Bedroom Villa, Sleeps 16 located? > This family-friendly Chard villa is located in a rural location, 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Cricket St Thomas Golf Course, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Snowdon Park and Blackdown Hills. Chard Museum and Chard Community Hospital 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