Location
Nestled in a corner of South Somerset, close to the Dorset and Devon borders, with far-reaching views of the rolling countryside.
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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 Winsham Manor 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 in a corner of South Somerset, close to the Dorset and Devon borders, with far-reaching views of the rolling countryside.
Check in is at 4pm on the day of your arrival and check out is at 10am.
There is parking for 12 cars on the gravelled front courtyard.
Stag parties are not permitted at this property. Respectful hen parties are sometimes permitted, but only with express permission from the property owner prior to booking. Please contact us to discuss.
Children are very welcome at Winsham Manor. One travel cot and one highchair are available on request (please bring your own cot linen). Please note, parents should supervise children at all times due to several unfenced ponds in the grounds.
Sorry, pet are not allowed at Winsham Manor.
Yes, you can order online with Waitrose, Tesco or Sainsbury’s for a delivery direct to the house. We usually suggest booking a delivery for after 4pm on the day of arrival and it's advisable to book a slot as early as possible.
The dining room table seats up to 16 guests comfortably (7 additional chairs are available). There is also a smaller dining table in the winter parlour that can seat 8-10 guests.
Yes, we'd recommend the following pubs and restaurants, all within 30 minutes' drive of the property (click on the links below):
Pubs
The Three Horseshoes (Burton Bradstock)
Barrington Boar (Barrington)
The Cotley Inn (Wambrook / Chard)
Candlelight Inn (Bishopswood)
Devonshire Arms (Long Sutton)
The Cobb Arms (Lyme Regis)
Harbour Inn (Lyme Regis)
The Volunteer (Lyme Regis)
Restaurants
Holm (South Petherton)
The Lord Poulett Arms (Hinton St George)
Tytherleigh Arms (Tytherleigh)
The Oyster & Fish House by Mark Hix (Lyme Regis)
Robin Wylde (Lyme Regis)
Lilac (Lyme Regis)
Brassica (Beaminster)
The Ollerod (Beaminster)
Hive Beach Café (Burton Bradstock) - casual seafood directly at the beach
Seaside Boarding House (Burton Bradstock) - sea views, upmarket
28 Market Place (Somerton) - top-shelf
Please be advised that the east wing of the manor is occupied by other residents (on the right-hand side of the E shaped manor as you look from the front). This wing is completely self-contained and has its own private access, gardens and parking and does not share any facilities with Winsham Manor. The courtyard, gardens and grounds which wrap around the manor in a C shape belong to Winsham Manor and are solely for guests’ use. Please call us for further details.
The nearest train stations are Crewkerne (8 miles) with direct trains to London Waterloo/Exeter, or Axminster (8 miles) with direct trains to London Waterloo/Exeter/the West Country. Castle Cary (24 miles away) has direct trains to London Paddington.
The nearest airports are Exeter (29 miles) or Bristol (53 miles), or further afield Heathrow (126 miles).
Yes, we ask to hold a cautionary deposit of £1,000 during your stay at Winsham Manor. 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).