The Old Farmhouse

The Jurassic Coast and Somerset's moorland are both within reach, but The Old Farmhouse itself sits on two acres in the Blackdown Hills, making it a base for exploring rolling farmland on foot or by car. The nearest farm shop is Chard & Burridge, useful for stocking a kitchen. For families or groups of eight, the combination of space and seclusion matters more than proximity to a town.

This Grade II listed cottage dates to the 15th century and retains its thatched roof, though the interior has been fitted for modern stays. Four bedrooms—a double, a kingsize, another double, and a fourth with zip-and-link beds—sit upstairs. Three bathrooms serve the property, including a roll-top bath on the first floor. Downstairs, the living room holds a Smart TV and wood-burning stove; there's also a separate snug with a sofa and desk. The dining room opens to a kitchen equipped for proper cooking: electric oven, induction hob, dishwasher, and everything else needed to feed a crowd. An enclosed, lawned garden has a patio, garden furniture, a barbecue and firepit. Parking fits three cars. Wi-Fi, heating, bed linen and towels are all included, and one dog stays free.

The property suits groups or large families looking for a self-contained retreat rather than a base for day trips. There is no smoking inside, and it is not accessible for guests with mobility restrictions.