North Cheriton » East Somerset

QUAINT 17TH CENTURY GRADE II LISTED BARN WITH MANY ORIGINAL FEATURES Situated conveniently on the border between Dorset and Somerset approximately halfway between the historic towns of Wincanton and Sherborne Fives Court Cottage is an idea base for touring. Explore this beautiful area from the ancient Roman City of Bath to the prehistoric Jurassic coastline with its numerous stunning beaches. The village of North Cheriton is designated as a conservation area with its ancient pound and village stocks. Numerous circular walks give breathtaking views across this quiet countryside. Countless day trips are just a short drive from the property including the popular Fleet Air Arm Museum at Yeovilton Haynes Motor Museum Cheddar and Wookey Caves and a wealth of National Trust properties. Always popular is the famous Longleat House and Safari Park. Enjoy the meandering streets of Sherborne where you are bound to find a memento of your stay overlooked by its two castles it is home for numerous events throughout the year from its country fair to open air concerts and much more. Five Courts Cottage offers TWO bedrooms; 1 spacious master double and 1 twin and the family bathroom with shower over and WC on the first floor. On the ground floor you are welcomed through the stable door into the open-plan spacious lounge and dining room offering ample seating around the family sized TV with DVD Freeview and the woodburner. The kitchen/breakfast room is reached via one step from the lounge offering electric cooker and hob washer/dryer dishwasher fridge with ice compartment and microwave. Guests are welcome to help the owners feed the ducks chickens and Shetland ponies. Off-road parking for 1 car. Bed linen towels electric firstbasket of logs and central heating included. 1 dog welcome. Regret no smoking within the property. Beach is a pleasant 1 hour drive shop within 2 miles and pub within a mile. |