Historic Countryside Cottage and Shepherds Hut
Cottage in Taunton Deane
12 guests · 6 bedrooms · 5 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi and more
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About this cottage rental
Nestled in an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is our home, The Mill Leat. A 17th century cottage set in over 1.5 acres that has been 'played' with over time but has the most wonderful charm and magic as you turn into the drive.
The property consists of a thatched cottage with 4 bedrooms on the first floor and 1 bedroom on the ground floor. There is also a Shepherds Hut in the raised garden area of the property.
We are a British family living in the USA (we moved for a work assignment and seem to have stayed a while longer!) and this is our home base when we come back to our home country. With aging parents locally it is important that we have our own English home from home.
The house is new to us as of the Summer 2022 and we have spent the time re-painting from top to bottom, adding new carpets, furnishing from scratch, undertaking a huge overhaul of the 1.5 acre gardens and added a new bespoke kitchen with a beautiful electric Aga which was fitted December 2022.
The vintage pieces are all new to me - I love to mix the old with the new and a house that is several hundred years old cannot look too modern!
The house suits a multi-generational family very well. The downstairs bedroom not only has it's own front door but it has a double bedroom with en-suite shower and toilet, a Smart Tv and coffee and tea making facilities. This is where my Mum hangs out when she stays with us at Christmas and the Summer.
The Shepherds hut is a favourite of my teenage son who likes to feel grown up but it's where my in-laws stay at Christmas - it has a fully fitted kitchen, lounge area, LPG run "log burner" and bathroom.
We have a stream that runs along the property where if you are lucky you will see the kingfisher zoom past.
We have beautiful gardens that we are bringing to life with 2 professional gardeners
We have a Shepherds Hut that is a stand alone tiny home
We have a herb garden to sit in and snooze.
We have a gastro pub at the end of the drive that has the most wonderful food to enjoy
We are a 30 min drive to the coast and are on the border of Devon.
We have walking galore!
The property consists of a thatched cottage with 4 bedrooms on the first floor and 1 bedroom on the ground floor. There is also a Shepherds Hut in the raised garden area of the property.
We are a British family living in the USA (we moved for a work assignment and seem to have stayed a while longer!) and this is our home base when we come back to our home country. With aging parents locally it is important that we have our own English home from home.
The house is new to us as of the Summer 2022 and we have spent the time re-painting from top to bottom, adding new carpets, furnishing from scratch, undertaking a huge overhaul of the 1.5 acre gardens and added a new bespoke kitchen with a beautiful electric Aga which was fitted December 2022.
The vintage pieces are all new to me - I love to mix the old with the new and a house that is several hundred years old cannot look too modern!
The house suits a multi-generational family very well. The downstairs bedroom not only has it's own front door but it has a double bedroom with en-suite shower and toilet, a Smart Tv and coffee and tea making facilities. This is where my Mum hangs out when she stays with us at Christmas and the Summer.
The Shepherds hut is a favourite of my teenage son who likes to feel grown up but it's where my in-laws stay at Christmas - it has a fully fitted kitchen, lounge area, LPG run "log burner" and bathroom.
We have a stream that runs along the property where if you are lucky you will see the kingfisher zoom past.
We have beautiful gardens that we are bringing to life with 2 professional gardeners
We have a Shepherds Hut that is a stand alone tiny home
We have a herb garden to sit in and snooze.
We have a gastro pub at the end of the drive that has the most wonderful food to enjoy
We are a 30 min drive to the coast and are on the border of Devon.
We have walking galore!
Amenities
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Taunton Deane
RRRR
Ratings and reviews
10.0 / 10.0
We had the most gorgeous weekend away. Fiona could not have been more accommodating and helpful with communication and welcoming little touches everywhere making us feel at home. The entire property is immaculate and beautifully decorated. We couldn't believe how picturesque it all was - with a great pub at the end of the road. We would all absolutely love to stay again. Couldn't recommend enough!
FAQs
How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Taunton Deane?
The average price for a rental in Taunton Deane is R 1,913 per night. This rental is R 11,704 above the average.
Is parking included with this cottage?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Historic Countryside Cottage and Shepherds Hut. 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 Historic Countryside Cottage and Shepherds Hut pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this cottage is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Historic Countryside Cottage and Shepherds Hut?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, parking, and laundry.
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