Ellesmere House
Vacation rental in Mendip District
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
About this vacation rental
Boasting a garden and views of quiet street, Ellesmere House is a homestay set in a historic building in Castle Cary, 38 km from Longleat Safari Park. Featuring a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace.
Amenities
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Smoking allowed
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Mendip District
Available Rooms
Deluxe Double Room
1 Double • 182 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Deluxe Double Room
1 Double • 172 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Twin Room
2 Single • 150 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Deluxe Room
1 King • 182 ft²
Sleeps 2
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One-Bedroom Apartment
1 Double • 215 ft²
Sleeps 2
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££££
Ratings and reviews
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5.0 / 5.0
A beautiful home, really perfect. High quality decor, toiletries and delicious food. Melanie and Martin were so lovely and generous. Thank you!
5.0 / 5.0
Fabulous decor , great location and amazing breakfast
Could have had an en-suite not we knew that wasn’t case from the start
4.5 / 5.0
Melanie and Martin were lovely - very friendly, offered local tips and even a taxi service!
Breakfast was great - lovely selection of fresh homemade food and the eggs and coffee were a bonus :)
Room/bathroom had everything needed with lots of extra touches
Thank you for a great stay :)
4.5 / 5.0
Dog-friendly! The hosts, Melanie and Martin were like weekend parents, very caring and helpful but left you to your own devices. Free parking and taxi service from Martin.
hair and spiders under the bed, hot water on a timer, no wifi (3g/4g was available)
5.0 / 5.0
Melanie and Martin are perfect hosts, who made us feel very welcome. The house is stylish and full of personal touches and outside is a lovely space to relax after a busy day sightseeing. Breakfast is exceptional, with wonderful homemade granola and compotes, and Martin’s scrambled eggs a tour de force!
Nothing.
5.0 / 5.0
The hosts Martin and Melanie were superb. The breakfast was out of this world and they went out of there way to show us around.
5.0 / 5.0
Very characterful house with interesting interiors and a beautiful garden. A home from home.
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5.0 / 5.0
Perfect hosts Melanie and Martin, great breakfast, homely atmosphere, fabulous recommendations! Will definitely be back
Thanks Will and Reneé
5.0 / 5.0
Homemade breakfast, hosts offered lifts, nice accommodation
5.0 / 5.0
Lovely period feel. Very good shower if not a little small
Due to the generous size of the room the TV was too small.
5.0 / 5.0
M&m were the best hosts
Very friendly couldn't help enough has I turned up a day earlier my mistake they never turned us away made up rooms for us there home is beautiful breakfast was fab lovely couple enjoyed our stay will DEFINATLY be back loved the place!!! Great value for money. 😁
Nothing perfect location perfect PLACE HOME FROM HOME
5.0 / 5.0
Wonderful hosts
All perfect
5.0 / 5.0
Breakfast was superb…great selection of fruits and cereals, personal attention by the hosts top notch, nothing too much trouble…
Would struggle to find anything…
5.0 / 5.0
The house is absolutely charming. It is very clean and well appointed. The breakfast was lovely and the room was very comfortable. Martin and Melanie are wonderful hosts. The house is very well located for visiting the area. We travelled to stay for an event at The Newt and it was perfect. We would highly recommend it.
5.0 / 5.0
Gorgeous house ,
Gorgeous surrounding countryside
Fabulous hosts
Exceptional breakfast . Totally beyond normal delicious
Nothing
5.0 / 5.0
Martin and Melanie really went above and beyond. We were there for a wedding nearby. Melanie ironed our outfits and Martin dropped us off and picked us up from the wedding. The breakfasts were amazing, lots of things from their garden and Martin cooked us delicious scrambled eggs. We loved our time in Somerset and thank you very much Martin and Melanie for making us feel so welcome in your home.
Nothing!!
5.0 / 5.0
Welcoming, characterful, obviously a well loved home. Charming hosts, good breakfast, easy parking.
5.0 / 5.0
Martin and Melanie were so welcoming and generous with their time. The room was so comfortable and beautifully appointed. My breakfast was absolutely abundant and delicious. The perfect place for a stay. Thank you so much.
There is nothing to dislike about this property.
5.0 / 5.0
Homely and welcoming
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4.5 / 5.0
Superb breakfast. The Granola and the compotes were divine.
The ambience throughout the whole house was lovely. Lots of very interesting
eclectic artefacts which were a feast for the eyes.
There was no en suite, but a shared bathroom with other bedrooms.
Luckily no one else was staying on our floor.
4.5 / 5.0
Fabulous home made granolas, muesli and fruits. Scrambled eggs to order were superb!
5.0 / 5.0
easy to find, very good location, hosts very friendly.
bathroom a little small, but it was ok. Nice village and beautiful view of the garden. Also the owner showed us a nice path in the country side, behind the house and told us about restaurants pubs in the area. we really had a very good stay ❤️
nothing. the bed is very comfortable. parking on the street in front of the house.
5.0 / 5.0
Beautiful house with amazing view from the bedroom. Very comfortable room. Best scramble eggs ever for breakfast. Melanie and Martin are a wonderfull warm couple.
5.0 / 5.0
Martin greeted me at the door - extremely welcoming, helpful, friendly, and communication was excellent! Could not be more attentive, superb host! Thank you! :)
You could hear a pin drop which made for a superb nights sleep. Views to die for. The homemade granola and the scrambled eggs were incredible!
Your two dogs (and the visitor dog) also made for great company in the morning! :)
Nothing!
5.0 / 5.0
The room is a real home. I like the bed most. Usually beds in UK is too soft, but this one is just perfect. I had a best sleep. Melanie and Martin are very nice and kind. Martin is so good at making breakfast. Everything is home-made. Especially all kinds of jam, I love it. It was a good stay.
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5.0 / 5.0
Breakfast was homemade and delicious. There was homemade granola, various homemade fruit compotes and the usual cereals. We had home cooked scrambled egg, bacon and sourdough toast.
4.5 / 5.0
wonderful, warm and welcoming atmosphere. very relaxing & stunningly decorated… just my taste. great to luxuriate in the huge roll top bath after a long drive too. our hosts were fabulous and breakfast was amazing x
5.0 / 5.0
Easy, comfortable getaway from London! Really appreciated Melanie and Martin's help planning a weekend out with our dog: pub recommendations/bookings, walking recommendations. They know the area really well and can help you tailor your plans accordingly. It's easy to enjoy Ellesmere without a car as we did, having arrived by train, because Martin runs a little taxi service for guests (for a reasonable price). Breakfasts excellent and relaxed, dog-friendly atmosphere. Very clean and characterful house.
Not a complaint but we didn't realize upon booking that our bathroom was not en suite (am sure this was our fault for not reading details). Not a problem at all, as bathrooms were not shared and were spotlessly clean. Just worth noting for guests that value an en-suite bathroom to double-check which room you have chosen since not all of them have this.
5.0 / 5.0
Sadly just a one night stay, would have loved to spend at least one more night at this lovely place. Excellent knowledgeable, warm and welcoming hosts. Martin and Melanie are perfect hosts, so welcoming and friendly. Highly recommend the breakfast!
5.0 / 5.0
Beautifully appointed rooms with luxurious linen and towels. Lovely array of toiletries to use in the old fashioned bath with a view out over the countryside. Martin and Melanie were the perfect hosts. Nothing was too much trouble. Breakfast was divine!
5.0 / 5.0
Fabulous place with lovely touches. Delicious breakfast from superb hosts. The dogs were gorgeous too!
FAQs
How much does this vacation rental cost compared to others in Mendip District?
The average price for a rental in Mendip District is £101 per night. This rental is £33 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this vacation rental?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Ellesmere House. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this vacation rental?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this vacation rental. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Ellesmere House pet friendly?
Yes! This vacation rental is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Ellesmere House?
We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and smoking allowed.
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