The Hermitage

Rating
Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Pets No
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Features

Open fire
Garden / Patio
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher

Reviews & Ratings

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Facilities

* Based on a combined average customer score over the last 3 months

13 Customer Review(s)

“The cottage was lovely and cosy, perfect for the few nights we were staying.”

The sofa was a little uncomfortable to sit on as was the rattan chair, for the cost of the property for the 3 nights we expected a few more logs, we were only provided enough for 1 fire and weren’t made aware of where we could get more. Also we were only provided with 1.5 rolls of toilet paper, over the 3 nights with 4 people, it just wasn’t enough, again, with the price of the property little things like this was lacking. On the plus, the welcome basket with loaf of bread, tea, coffee, ...

The sofa was a little uncomfortable to sit on as was the rattan chair, for the cost of the property for the 3 nights we expected a few more logs, we were only provided enough for 1 fire and weren’t made aware of where we could get more. Also we were only provided with 1.5 rolls of toilet paper, over the 3 nights with 4 people, it just wasn’t enough, again, with the price of the property little things like this was lacking. On the plus, the welcome basket with loaf of bread, tea, coffee, sugar and biscuits were a lovely touch, the cottage was very clean and tidy and warm over all and the instructions to get into the property were spot on, no issues with that. The village of Nunney was delightful and we got to explore it when storm Dennis finally disappeared and we went for dinner at the local pub which was also lovely and welcoming. We would book again.

- Mr Mustoe, February 2020
“Lovely little cottage with modern facilities in the heart of the village.”

Really peaceful and easy access to Longleat

- Mr Carradice, December 2019
“The information from sykes was up to date and provided quickly.”

Also appreciated the second email with a reminder of key collection e.t.c. I would book a holiday with sykes again, but unfortunately the cottage itself did not meet our expectations. It was in a lovely village, beautiful position next to the castle and the pub round the corner was excellent! First impressions were of a idyllic cottage, quaint and cosy, but it had not been cleaned particularly well from the last guests. We arrived and went to make a cup of tea - there was a green, circular thing in the kettle - we were unsure if it was some sort of a limescale remover, if it should be in there or not in there and quite how long it had been in there - if it should be there, maybe they need to let people know with the information they provide in the cottage. So we used a pan to boil our water instead - after cleaning it, as there was old food stuck to the inside of it. I also had to sort through the mugs in the cupboard to find ones that were clean, as old food was stuck to the inside of some of them too and a lot of them were chipped. There were also food stains on the blankets on the chairs in the front room, which looked as though they would probably come off if they were washed. The larger bedroom also had short hairs all over one of the pillows, as it was the second pillow down, it looked like they had just switched pillows over to put the clean one on top. On top of that I shook the duvet before getting into bed and two dead spiders and a lot of dust came flying out. My mum slept in the other bedroom and the underside of her duvet was covered in a lot of long black hairs, (not just one or two), again it appeared the duvet had just been flipped over from the last guests. As well as that she had an old tissue under the bed from previous guests. Also surprised that they supply two loo rolls but expect you to replace what you have used ready for the next guests. It was a shame the cleanliness was not up to scratch, as it was a lovely place and in a perfect position for us. That is also the only reason the facilities were marked low, because we felt we had to clean things to use them and felt unclean getting into the beds. If it was cleaned properly it would have been perfect and received excellent feedback.

- Mrs King, November 2019
“Lovely little village with its own Castle just up the road, such a pleasant surprise!”

Really a delightful place. Very peaceful, just right for a restful break.

- Mrs Gardiner, July 2019
“· The location was excellent - beautiful, secluded and a perfect getaway.”

Nunney itself is well positioned for travel to outlying areas such as Glastonbury, Stonehenge, Salisbury and so forth. The cottage is well stocked with cooking equipment, books and DVDs, and there is on-street parking outside or nearby. The castle at the end of the small street is a definite bonus! · There were some touches that took a bit of the shine off the place: - The guest book was filled with people praising the warm welcome from Flo and her husband, and this meant that we felt a bit short-changed as there was no such welcome for us. - The instructions for getting the keys and getting past the door code were not sent to us, leading to me calling the company that runs the place and having to wait while it was all worked out before getting in. - The bathroom was made for very small people. To appreciate the bath you needed to be 5' or less, and the shower was only an attachment to the bath with no screen, so there was no way to stand to have a shower. The toilet dripped internally. - It is an old place, so the doors throughout don't shut too well, and thus there's absolutely no privacy for conversations anywhere. - The walls in the main bedroom had been repainted, but the bed hadn't been moved to allow it so the painting stopped just behind the headboard, which was a shame given the care that had gone into the rest of the place. The side cabinet was similarly painted only a certain way inside, for the sake of appearance rather than a complete job. - The only things that were provided were a lot of cleaning things, an almost finished container of hand soap and two toilet rolls. A little more in that department would have been appreciated, as it meant that one of the first jobs was to go out and get more things to stock up, such as soap etc.

- Mr Ault, June 2019
“There was just one problem.”

There were three if us staying there,my wife and I and my sister. Some toilet paper would have been appreciated. Four sheets between three if us for a week? To be fair I think this was just an oversight, and aoart from this everything was really fine. A lovely cottage in a beautiful village!

- Mr Burgum, May 2019
“Beautiful little cottage, with everything you could need in a really quaint village”

- Mr Codd, November 2018
“An enjoyable stay at this quaint concealed cottage, within a couple of minutes walk from the castle.”

On our arrival, Flo & Terry were waiting to greet us & showed us around downstairs & left us a vase of flowers, which was a nice touch. Due to its age, there is a slight fusty smell, even in the hot weather. Therefore we felt that the property could do with a freshen up, with new carpets, (main bedroom & lounge carpets both had stains) plus a new sofa & chair in order to avoid having throws over the furniture, which were too warm in the heat & untidy looking. Flo pointed out that there was a brand new hob & oven, as well as other new kitchen appliances, so some improvements have begun. The garden is secluded & peaceful, but again needs some tlc to enhance its appearance, as parts are overgrown. Again, it just needs tidying up & a few pots with flowering plants would help to brighten it up & make it more welcoming. Overall a pleasant stay with time to relax in this sleepy village. If you need WiFi to help plan your days out, forget it as the place is deliberately without this facility & depending on your network provider, there can be no service.

- Mrs Barker, August 2018
“The caretakers made us feel very welcome and this made our stay even more enjoyable .”

- Mr Van De Bilt, July 2018
“The warm welcome we received upon arrival from Flo.”

It really was a home from home.....all we needed was there. The cottage was lovely, especially with the table and chairs outside.

- Mrs Freeman, July 2018
“The cottage is located in a charming village with a castle at the end of the street!”

Flo who greeted us on arrival and showed us around the cottage was a truly amazing person who made us feel so welcomed. The cottage is in an ideal location to visit the surrounding areas and this enabled us to see Bath, Bradford on Avon, Salisbury and Devizes among others. It has a lovely little garden to sit in either to enjoy breakfast before heading out or to sit in with a drink on your return!!

- Mrs Wood, May 2018
“Caretaker helpful.”

- Mr Towner, April 2018
“coseyness, rest, happyness”

We remember Nunny as a verry nice stay, nice people (exept in the pub), beautiful nature, no hurry, realy great. We talk about our stay every week! We are planning our next visit!

- Gert van Vliet, January 2012
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The property

This quaint, semi-detached stone cottage, dates back to 1750, and is tucked away in a peaceful location within the attractive village of Nunney, three miles from Frome.

This charming holiday cottage oozes character, combined with modern comforts.

A well-equipped kitchen has all that you need for preparing home-cooked meals, and the cosy sitting room features a woodburning stove, perfect for relaxing in front of after a busy day exploring.

Outside, there is a pretty courtyard garden, an ideal place to sit with a refreshing drink on a pleasant summer’s day.

A gentle stroll takes you to the picturesque ruins of the 14th century Nunney Castle; enjoy a picnic beside the moat, or discover the castle's history and on the way home why not stop off and treat yourselves to the real ales on offer at the local pub?

Nearby Frome is a charming village with a variety of events, vintage shops, art galleries and independent shops and cafes.

There are also a number of individual workshops where you can peruse the local wares.

Bruton is home to the Hauser & Wirth Somerset gallery and arts centre which is a must see, and while there why not visit the on-site restaurant which serves locally sourced food.

There is plenty to do within a short drive; take in a show at Frome’s Merlin Theatre, marvel at the magnificent houses and gardens at Longleat and Stourhead, explore ancient Glastonbury or visit regal Bath.

The Hermitage provides a comfortable, romantic base in an idyllic Somerset village.

Summary

Two double bedrooms
Bathroom with bath, hand-held shower, basin and WC
Kitchen with dining area
Sitting room with woodburning stove.
Electric central heating with woodburning stove
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, and integrated DVD player, selection of books, games and DVDs, CD player
Nespresso machine (takes original shape capsule pods)
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Roadside parking available close by
Small courtyard garden with furniture
Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Shop and pub 3 mins walk
Note: The steep cottage stairs may not be suitable for those with limited mobility
Note: No working parties
Access to one side of the second double bed only.

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About the location

NUNNEY

Frome 3 miles; Bath 18 miles; Glastonbury 18 miles.

Arguably one of Somerset's prettiest villages, Nunney is dominated by England's smallest castle, built in the 14th century and surrounded by a picturesque moat. Sadly ruined during the Civil War, the castle still commands an attractive, much-photographed, centre piece to the village. Local amenities include a tea room, shop, newsagent and a pub serving good food and real ales, whilst the annual August street fayre is well-known for its carnival atmosphere! The nearby town of Frome offers a good selection of shops and restaurants as well as regular events at The Merlin Theatre. Alternatively visit Longleat House, gardens and safari park, or Stourhead, both a short drive, whilst ancient Glastonbury, Wells cathedral, Wookey Hole, and the majestic cities of Bath and Salisbury are all easily accessible. A picturesque Somerset village providing a most interesting holiday location at any time of the year.

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Note: No working parties.

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The Hermitage

Nunney near Frome, Somerset (Ref. 9248)

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Reviews & Ratings

“The cottage was lovely and cosy, perfect for the few nights we were staying.”

“Lovely little cottage with modern facilities in the heart of the village.”

“The information from sykes was up to date and provided quickly.”

“Lovely little village with its own Castle just up the road, such a pleasant surprise!”

“· The location was excellent - beautiful, secluded and a perfect getaway.”

“There was just one problem.”

“Beautiful little cottage, with everything you could need in a really quaint village”

“An enjoyable stay at this quaint concealed cottage, within a couple of minutes walk from the castle.”

“The caretakers made us feel very welcome and this made our stay even more enjoyable .”

“The warm welcome we received upon arrival from Flo.”

“The cottage is located in a charming village with a castle at the end of the street!”

“Caretaker helpful.”

“coseyness, rest, happyness”