Overview
The Park House is a detached Grade II listed, traditional Somerset stone house, set in the beautiful parkland of Dillington House. With tons of original features and a stunning private wrap around garden with relaxing, wood-fired hot tub, The Park House makes a perfect countryside getaway.
The property has seven bedrooms and sleeps up to 16 people. The bedrooms are split between the main house and the Cowshed, a converted barn a few yards from the main house. The impressive gardens have a variety of interesting plants and trees, and the owners encourage you to pick the fresh fruit from the apple, pear and plum trees and wild blackberries can be found aplenty in the hedgerows nearby.
The private rural location, in the middle of stunning parkland (which guests are welcome to explore) allows for a true countryside escape.
Ground Floor
There is a large, open-plan fully equipped kitchen, dining and living room combining modern furnishings and traditional features such as oak beams and a large fireplace. There is also a utility room with washing machine and dryer.There are two sitting areas, one with a large flatscreen television.
The garden room is a main feature which overlooks the stunning garden. It has a large 16 seater dining table perfect for entertaining.
First Floor
The main house has four bedrooms. The Master has a super-King wooden sleigh bed and en–suite bathroom.
Bedroom 2 is a super-King or twin room with en–suite.
Bedroom 3 is also a super-King or twin and shares a bathroom with bedroom 4 which is a bunk room sleeping up to three.
The Cowshed main bedroom can be a twin or super-King and has an en-suite bathroom.
Bedroom 2 is a twin or super-King and shares a bathroom with bedroom 3, another bunk room sleeping up to three people.
Outside
The mature gardens are perfect for relaxing in, there is a large terrace with outdoor dining table, wood-fired hot tub and children’s climbing frame. Guests are welcome to access the expansive parkland just outside the garden.
Dogs
The Park House is happy to accept two dogs for a fee of £50 per dog. We kindly ask that your dog is never left unattended, and does not go on any of the furniture or upstairs.
Features
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Private Garden & Children's Climbing Frame
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Smart TV
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Wi-Fi
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Outdoor Dining
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Private Parking
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Log Burner
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Washing Machine & Dryer
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Charcoal BBQ
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Dog-Friendly (2 Dogs, £50 Fee Per Dog)
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Wood-Fired Hot Tub
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Cot & Highchair On Request
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Minimum 2 Night Stay
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Private Garden & Children's Climbing Frame
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Smart TV
-
Wi-Fi
-
Outdoor Dining
-
Private Parking
-
Log Burner
-
Washing Machine & Dryer
-
Charcoal BBQ
-
Dog-Friendly (2 Dogs, £50 Fee Per Dog)
-
Wood-Fired Hot Tub
-
Cot & Highchair On Request
-
Minimum 2 Night Stay
Dillington Estate
The Park House is located in the Dillington Estate parkland. There are some local pubs a short drive away and plenty of beautiful Somerset countryside to explore from the front door.
Transport
Due to its rural location, by car is the best way to get to The Park House. However, Crewkerne train station is 15 minutes away and Taunton and Castle Cary are a 30-minute drive away, all with direct trains from London.
Detailed directions are provided upon booking.
Parking
There is plenty of private parking at the house.
Check-In & Check-Out
Please note, check-in is from 4pm and check-out is by 10am.
Food & Drink
– The Barrington Boar pub is 3.5 miles from the house, it is walkable in about an hour or you can drive in a few minutes.
– The Dinnington Docks or The Lord Poulett Arms are both noteworthy pubs a drive or cycle away, about 4.5 miles from the house.
Things To Do
– Dillington House is a 16th century property just a short walk away, and has regular lectures, concerts and events. It is worth checking their schedule for upcoming events.
– Barrington Court is a Tudor Manor House and a National Trust property a 12-minute drive away.
– Dennis Chinaworks is a nice option to visit and has a fantastic tearoom, serving homemade light meals.
– The jaw-dropping Jurassic coast is a 40-minute drive, Lyme Regis being a perfect day trip.
– Local Somerset Cider producers that welcome visitors are Perry’s Cider and Julian Temperly’s Cider.
