The Garden Studio, Hillview Cottage, Paradise Lane, Croscombe, Wells, Somerset ,England

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The Garden Studio, Hillview Cottage

The Garden Studio, Hillview Cottage, Paradise Lane, Croscombe, Wells, Somerset, England

This is a cosy cabin for two, clad inside and out in wood and smelling of pine. You're tucked in the Mendip hills, with chickens on the edge of the garden and lovely relaxed owners living next door. Catherine does B&B in her cottage – the cabin is her new venture and she's thought long and hard about what guests may like. There's a big soft bed with feather pillows and duvet, recycled Spanish rugs on new pine floors, a clever electric fire, which looks like an old French stove, comfy armchairs, books and magazines. The sitting room and bedroom are one – somehow it feels better this way - all is light and relaxed, and you can store your belongings in the wardrobe of the (separate) shower room. The French windows may be flung open on warm days, to a patio area with table, chairs and loungers and an above-ground pool (in summer) on your lawn. Make the most of the good pubs in the area, or bring some basics and whiz up a simple supper in the kitchen – it's small but has all you'll need: microwave, hob, dishwasher, washing machine. For balmy evenings there's a grass tennis court and a croquet lawn, walks lead from the door, you can stroll to Wells in an hour and a half (Catherine is a cathedral guide) and take the car to Stourhead and Bath, a short drive. A great little place to unwind.

Good for some disabled guests as all is on one ground floor level.

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The Garden Studio, Hillview Cottage

Contact: Michael & Catherine Hay

Tel: 01749 343526
Sleeps: 2
Rooms: Studio: twin/double, separate shower room.
Price: £280 – £350.
Closed: Never.

Children are positively welcomed, with no age restrictions, but cots, high chairs etc are not necessarily available.

Ground-floor bedrooms and bathrooms for people of limited mobility.

Within 10 miles of a bus/coach/train station and owner can arrange collection.

Well-trained pets are accepted and may sleep in your room (not on the bed). Check when booking.

A tennis court is available on or near the premises.

Wireless internet access available for guests.

At least one bedroom and bathroom accessible for wheelchair users. Phone for details.

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Dishwasher
Electricity included
Washing machine
Microwave oven
Central heating
Mobile reception
Television
BBQ
Beach within 3 miles
Cooked meals available
Restaurant nearby
Short breaks possible
Extra bed/cot available
Shop within 3 miles

Garden studio

Light comfy sitting area

Double bed (can be made into twins)

Kitchen

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: Children of all ages are welcome. Cots, highchairs, etc, are not necessarily available.
: Guests’ pets can sleep in the bedroom (not on the bed).
: Working farm or vineyard.
: Wireless internet access available for guests.
: No smoking anywhere in the property.
: At least one bedroom and bathroom accessible for wheelchair users. Phone for details.
: Tennis court on the premises; use may be by arrangement.
: Credit cards accepted, most commonly Visa and MasterCard.
: Bikes on the premises to hire or borrow.
: Swimming pool on the premises; use may be by arrangement.
: Within 10 miles of a bus/coach/train station and owner can arrange collection.
: At least one bedroom and bathroom accessible without steps.