Location
Nestled at the foot of the Quantock Hills in rural Somerset, close to the county town of Taunton and just two hours from London.
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The Cotswolds, Herefordshire, Derbyshire, Oxfordshire, The Peak District
The heart of the UK is scattered with medieval towns and villages that seem almost completely untouched by time. The region seamlessly combines great cities, such as majestic Oxford with rural gems like the Cotswolds and the Peak District.
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Mythical landscapes and immersive history compete for your attention in Ireland. There's no wonder it's named the Emerald Isle: a visit to the ever-changing vistas of Donegal or the grave beauty of Connemara will soon reveal why.
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Welcome to the epic North of England, home to a multi-layered history, ultra-cool, industrial cities and vast swathes of dramatic scenery. From the medieval city of York to the inspirational beauty of the Lake District, the North never fails to impress.
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Few landscapes on earth are as dramatic as Scotland: think eagles cruising through cloud-whipped skies, secluded lochs and atmospheric ruins atop dramatic hillsides. Marvel at Edinburgh's gothic architecture or lose yourself in the wilderness of the Highlands.
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Hampshire, Kent, Surrey, In or Near London
Escape to England's South East when you're craving a peaceful break. From Kent - the Garden of England - to Hampshire’s rolling countryside and maritime heritage, long stretches of ruggedly beautiful coastline meet national parks, quiet villages and pockets of wilderness.
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Welcome to Wales, where just a hop across the border from England feels like you've entered a new world entirely. This compact country boasts inspiring hills, formidable castles and moody coastlines of crumbling rock and golden sand.
We’ve tried to think about everything to make your stay at Broomstone House just perfect. In all of our country houses to rent, we provide all the essential features to cater for a large group. Here’s a list of all the practical provisions we have at the house. If there’s anything you can’t see here but need, just ask as we’ll see what we can do.
Nestled at the foot of the Quantock Hills in rural Somerset, close to the county town of Taunton and just two hours from London.
Check in is at 4pm on the day of your arrival and check out is at 10am. An 11am check-out may be possible on request for an additional charge of £60.
There is enough space for six cars to park at the front of the manor, and six more spaces around the side of the manor. There is overflow parking if you require parking for more than 12 cars.
Children are very welcome at Broomstone House. Two cots and two highchairs are available on request (please bring your own cot linen), as well as toddler/children’s cutlery and crockery.
Up to three well-behaved dogs are allowed at Broomstone House, subject to a fee of £40 per dog. Dogs are only allowed in the dining hall, billiard room and kitchen and are not allowed on soft furnishings.
Respectful hen parties are permitted at Broomstone House. Stag parties (over 25s only) are sometimes permitted, but only by prior agreement with the property owner. Please contact us before booking to discuss.
The dining table can seat up to 16 guests.
Yes, we'd recommend the following pubs and restaurants, all within a short distance of the property:
The Rising Sun, West Bagborough
The Farmers Arms, Combe Florey
The Notley Arms Inn, Monksilver
Podshavers Restaurant, Bishops Lydeard
The Lost Kitchen, Chettiscombe
Glebe House, Colyton (a bit further afield but well worth the drive)!
Yes, you can order online with Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons or Ocado for a delivery direct to the house. We usually suggest booking a delivery for after 4pm on the day of arrival.
Please note that the owners will be undertaking critical structural repairs to the gatehouse until the end of November 2024. This will mean there will be scaffolding up at the entrance to the manor, so parking will be around the side. There will be very little impact on your stay (especially at weekends when no on-site work takes place).
The nearest train station is Taunton (7 miles / 15-minute drive). The train time from London Paddington is 1 hour 40 minutes.
The nearest airports are Exeter (36 miles) or Bristol (36 miles).
Yes, we ask to hold a cautionary deposit of £1,000 during your stay at Broomstone House. This is requested just two weeks prior to your stay, and is returned shortly after, assuming no damage to the property or its contents (see our Booking T&Cs for more information).
You can check availability and pricing and place your booking request online, or by calling our team on 01242 352 747.
When booking, we ask for a deposit of 33% of the total price, with the balance due 12 weeks prior to your stay (or the full balance when booking within 12 weeks of your stay).