The Hermitage

Rating
Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Pets No

Features

Sleeps 4 people
2 bedrooms
1 bathroom
No pets allowed

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

Reviews

“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 equip... more
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 fa... more
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 sli... more
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... more
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 ... more
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, DVD, selection of books, games and DVDs
Fuel, power and starter pack for stove inc. in rent
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.

Region Information

Note: No working parties.

This property offers the following short breaks:

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The Hermitage

Nunney near Frome, Somerset (Ref. 9248)

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Reviews

“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”