Nempnett Farmhouse

About this property

Blagdon 2.7 miles. Nempnett Farmhouse rests rurally in Nempnett Thrubwell near Blagdon, Somerset, a stunning, five-bedroom abode. Offering a spacious base for a family of twelve, Nempnett Farmhouse rests near the Mendip Hills AONB, a haven for walkers and outdoor enthusiasts, complete with a pet-friendly garden, private hot tub, and extensive living spaces. Benefit from off-road parking for eight cars, before heading to your new abode, oozing character and charm. Start your break in the utility, where you can store your walking boots and equipment, before reaching the well-equipped kitchen/diner, where you can prepare and enjoy mealtimes together. For formal affairs, set the dining table, encompassed by original stonework and a feature fireplace, before heading outdoors to bask in your surroundings, with an enclosed rear garden to enjoy. Relax with a soak in the hot tub, whilst listening to the delightful birdsong or stargazing in this lovely setting where there is little light pollution.

Enjoy an evening of competition in the external games room equipped with pool table, table tennis and darts. On cooler nights, light the woodburning stove and cosy up in the sitting room, before retiring to one of five, well-appointed bedrooms; select between two super-king-size, a king-size, a twin, and a family room (which is accessed from a separate staircase via the hall). Complete your morning routine in one of the spacious bathrooms, before finishing any work tasks in the study and enjoying an alfresco brunch in the garden. Once you're ready to explore, head into Blagdon to stock up on the essentials, dine out, and visit Blagdon Lake. Chew Valley Lake can also be reached within a short drive, ideal for families with it's cafe, fish and chip shop and children's play area. Visit the quaint city of Wells, England's smallest city and home to Wells Cathedral and close to Wookey Hole Caves.

Or head to the pretty town of Axbridge which will delight those keen on history and architecture.

Travelling south will bring you to the Cheddar Gorge and Caves, and Gough's Cave, perfect for all the family to tour. Bristol is within reach by car, where you can visit Bristol Aquarium, brush up on your local knowledge at the Bristol Museum & Art Gallery, or visit the Underfall Yard Visitor Centre, before dining out at a riverfront restaurant. Round off your break near the coast, spending the day at The Grand Pier, Weston-Super-Mare Beach, the Water Adventure Play Park, and Weston Museum, before returning home in time for sundowners. Experience the best of Somerset at Nempnett Farmhouse.

Blagdon is a friendly village and civil parish in the northern part of the Mendip Hills aonb. Boasting no less than 17 listed buildings as well as a 15th century church, it holds much interest. In terms of amenities, it offers two pubs, two convenience stores and a café. To the northeast of the village there is the Blagdon Lake where you can fish, also nearby are the Organic Gardens and a Yeo Valley dairy with a café. The Mendip Hills abounds in scenic walking and cycling country to make the most of. In the surrounding area there is certainly something to suit every taste including a traditional day at the seaside with Weston-super-Mare just 12 miles away, the striking cities of Bristol and Bath are also close by and are more than worth a look around as they display magnificent architecture as well as a vast array of first-class amenities and activities to keep you occupied during your visit.

Accommodation

Five bedrooms: 2 x super-king-size, 1 x king-size, 1 x twin, 1 x family room (accessed via a separate staircase) with super-king-size and two singles.

Bathroom with roll-top bath, walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail, and WC.

Ground-floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, heated towel rail, and WC.

Shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail, and WC.

Kitchen/diner.

Utility.

Dining room.

Sitting room with woodburning stove.

Two massage chairs in the hallway.

Study.

External games room with table tennis, pool table and dart board

Biomass central heating and solar panels for electricity.

Range cooker with electric oven and gas hob, microwave, 2 x fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, coffee machine.

2 x Smart TV, DVD player, Amazon Echo in the kitchen, Superfast Fibre WiFi.

Fuel, power, and starter pack for woodburning stove included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Highchair, travel cot, stairgate and toddler’s toilet seat all available on request.

Off-road parking for 8 cars with additional roadside parking.

Enclosed rear garden with lawn, patio, furniture, charcoal BBQ, hot tub, and slide.

One well-behaved dog welcome (2nd dog allowed at a charge of £25) dogs are not allowed upstairs.

Sorry, no smoking.

Shop and pub 2.7 miles, Blagdon Lake 2 miles.

Note: The property rests next to the owner's working farm.

Note: There are steps to the interior and exterior; please take care.

Note: The well does have a cover.

Note: Arrival time from 4pm, departure before 10am.

Note: No Stag or Hen parties, but please contact us to enquire.

Note: All bedroom blinds and curtains are blackout-lined