Bradley Cross Farm, Shepherds Cottage

Property grounds
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Exterior

About this cottage rental

High on the Mendip Hills, sits a stone cottage on a working farm, with breathtaking views over the Somerset Levels. The cottage was built around 1850 and was formerly occupied by the local shepherd grazing his sheep on this area of the Mendip Hills. Today the land is grazed by the traditional breeds of Longhorn Cattle and Wiltshire Horn Sheep, well suited to managing the natural grassland on the farm. Cheddar Gorge, Site of Special Scientific Interest, lies to the north of the farm and Mascalls’ Wood, an ancient woodland, lies to the west. Cheddar village and local shops are a distance of about 1 mile from the cottage. Ideal for walkers and close to the Mendip Way.

Amenities

Pets allowed
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
TV
Garden

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Reasons to book

People love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Great for pets

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Reviews

4.9/5.0
Outstanding(75 Reviews)
6.0
Feb 2024
The owners of the farm are very friendly but I feel that the cottage needs a little TLC to bring it up to standard. I am a little slow on my feet and I feel there ought to be some mention of the steep steps to the front door can be quite slippy although there is a well positioned handle to help. Through no fault of the owners we had very heavy rain throughout most of our stay and the ground in front of the cottage and path at the rear were very slippery. The view is fantastic but it is such a shame that there is a broken down old car to the left of the cottage slightly blocking the view and having some effect on parking which is very narrow and slippery to drive into and get out of the car. Internally it was a little disappointing with paintwork dirty and holed (bathroom door).Due to the heavy rain the front wall had significant damp halfway up in the kitchen.The lounge/bedroom window is single glazed and draughty.The 'cooker' was two electric rings and a microwave and the dining area a small square table with two folding chairs. The bathroom was basic, the shower excellent but again at the window a net curtain pinned up with rusty drawing pins. The log burner was very welcome but small, the front door of the log burner difficult to close which was a little worrying as the beds are in the same room.The beds are the top and bottom of a bunk bed but quite comfortable.Kitchen utensils were usable.The whole cottage became very cold in night without the burner.
10.0
Jan 2024
We spent a wonderful 2 night stay here. Paul and Judy and their 3 dogs are lovely and made us feel so welcome and comfortable. The shepherd hut is great with lots of character. You are left a large supply of free logs for the fire which makes the place feel so cosy, told if you run out to just leave the basket outside and it will be filled up again for you. On arrival they told us the history of the hut which was fascinating. Kitchen is small but with all the basic equipment you will need You feel like your way out in the country but it’s only a 5 min drive from cheddar town and a few mins more to the gorge. If you’re looking for a relaxing getaway I would highly recommend it. It’s also a great base for walking
10.0
Dec 2023
We had an amazing stay at Bradley Cross Farm. The owners was very lovely and very helpful and their 2 dogs are super friendly too. Highly recommend if you like a bit of an adventure but looking for a very quiet place to stay.
10.0
Oct 2023
Thank you Judy, Paul, and your lovely dogs for the warm hospitality. We felt at home the moment we got there. The cottage is comfortable and warm. We appreciated that the woodstove was ready for us the first night and for the suply of wood. The view of Cheddar from the cottage is amazing, especially sunset. Loved the quiet, peaceful nature and farm sounds in the morning while drinking my coffee outside and seeing a beautiful deer in the field on my early morning stroll. We also enjoyed our walk up the hill to the view of the gorge. Spectacular view. The only dissapointment is that we had to cut our stay short due to my spouse not feeling well. Otherwise we would have stayed longer. We would recomend a stay at your cottage and come back ourselves if we are in the area again.
10.0
Sep 2023
Small cost cottage at the top of the hill over looking Cheddar. The view is stunning. Judy and Paul are very welcoming to their small farm and it’s a great base to visit the local area especially if you are a walker or you want peace and quiet. Plenty of places to eat locally. Thankyou.
10.0
Aug 2023
basic property but had everything needed. Just felt at home and welcome from minute arrived. Good walk to Cheddar Gorge. View is just incredible could look at all day. Plenty of places to explore within local area, good base For day out…dogs had a wonderful time and made to feel welcome too..would happily return..
10.0
Jul 2023
Fantastic location with anazing views. Very friendly and helpful hosts.
10.0
Jul 2023
The little cottage remainded us of our childhood holidays at the grandparents. Woods surrounding location, stunning views, if not one of the best in the area, owners very pleasant, made us feeling at home. We will defintely come back. The place is for people who wants a total break of the day to day stress and noise. Beautiful and ..quiet! We loved it.

FAQs

How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Cheddar?

The average price for a rental in Cheddar is R 2,480 per night. This rental is R 779 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this cottage?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Bradley Cross Farm, Shepherds Cottage. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cottage?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Bradley Cross Farm, Shepherds Cottage pet friendly?

Yes! This cottage is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Bradley Cross Farm, Shepherds Cottage?

We found 7 amenities for this rental. This includes pets allowed, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.

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