Title: The Barn at Rainsbury House, Upton Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Barn at Rainsbury House, Upton Holiday home in Taunton with fireplace ![Microwave, oven, dishwasher, high chair](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115360000/115359800/115359701/be61a3d6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![7 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, Internet, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115360000/115359800/115359701/ffcefae4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115360000/115359800/115359701/de6462c9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115360000/115359800/115359701/5cfddd96.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115360000/115359800/115359701/73c414a7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location The Barn at Rainsbury House, Upton provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. ### Entire home 7 bedrooms5 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Pet-friendly - Dryer - Washer - Barbecue grill - Fireplace ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Barn at Rainsbury House, Upton Property Summary The Barn at Rainsbury House, is a spacious countryside retreat for up to 13 guests; the beautifully converted barns are actually two interlinked properties - perfect place for families and groups to relax, reconnect and explore the best of Exmoor and the surrounding area, each with their own space. Main Description The Barn at Rainsbury House is a stone built barn conversion, offering a blend of traditional and contemporary on the inside, giving it a modern feel that is cosy and inviting; it is centrally heated throughout. Set within 16 acres of rolling hills and private woodland right beside Wimbleball Lake, it comfortably sleeps up to 13 guests across two interlinked wings. This layout offers plenty of space and flexibility, with two well-equipped kitchens, multiple living areas, and seven bedrooms in total. Two cots, high chairs, booster seats, plus stair gates, are available to make family holidays easier. There is also a detached games room which is fully heated, with table tennis, darts, table football, plus numerous toys for younger children. One 'half' of the property has four bedrooms and three bathrooms (sleeps 8) and a large family kitchen with breakfast table, and a spacious living area with seating and a solid oak dining table seating thirteen. There is a wood burner and barn doors open out into the private, fully enclosed, garden. The ground floor consists of: Steps up to a galleried entrance hall with wooden floor Large bedroom with king-sized zip lock bed (offering flexibility to create a twin bedroom on request) Double bedroom with en-suite comprising bath with shower over, heated towel rail Large twin bedroom Large shower room with walk-in shower, WC, basin, under floor heating, heated towel rail Drying Room/Boot Room The first floor consists of: Carpeted stairs leading to a 'bridge' landing that looks down to the hall below. There's a stair gate at the entrance to the kitchen/dining room. Master bedroom with Velux window, double bed, spacious en-suite comprising bath, walk-in shower, toilet, under floor heating, heated towel rail Spacious well-equipped contemporary family kitchen-dining room with breakfast table ceramic hob, electric oven, microwave, fridge-freezer Utility room containing washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher and door to west-facing patio area and private garden Separate WC Magnificent sitting room with wood burning stove, views in every direction, flat screen Smart TV The other 'half' is a single-storey barn conversion, sleeping up to 5 guests in one double, one twin room, and a single bedroom. There is a second, smaller, garden area, ideal for letting the dogs out. This wing consists of: Ground level entrance to a tiled hall Single bedroom Twin bedroom Bathroom with bath with shower-over, toilet, basin Steps up to open-plan sitting room, kitchen and dining area with Smart TV The well-equipped kitchen/dining room has ceramic hob, electric cooker, microwave, dishwasher, fridge-freezer. Master bedroom with double bed Shower room with WC and basis, has a large cupboard housing a washing machine Boot room/drying room The two wings are connected by an internal door, so you can move between the two with ease or close it if you wish. Free WiFi is available in the property. The entire property is centrally heated via an eco-friendly wood pellet biomass boiler, and there's a log burner in the main sitting room for extra cosiness (logs included). Each bedroom has a hairdryer. Outside the main house, there's a large private garden with outdoor seating and a barbecue (charcoal supplied to get you going), with a smaller outside area accessible via the boot room (suitable for letting dogs out during the evening). Both are enclosed. There is a dedicated path from the main garden to the large securely fenced dog walking field. Sheep and lambs often graze in the surrounding fields - usually a real hit with younger guests. Wander straight from the door into peaceful fields, along wooded trails, and beside the lake. Keep your eyes peeled for deer, badgers, otters and an abundance of birdlife, this is a haven for nature lovers. Due to the rural setting of the property with livestock in the nearby vicinity, fireworks are not allowed at any time of the year. No stag or hen parties allowed, this is not a party destination. Indoor Description Included for all bookings: All beds made up on arrival with duvets Fluffy bath and hand towel per person provided, but no beach towels. Electricity, water and central heating. Logs and kindling for log burning stove. Firelighters & matches. Games, selection of books and magazines. Free WiFi. Tassimo Coffee Machine (takes T-discs which we do not supply but which are widely available). Dish cloths, sponges, scourers, oven gloves. Cling film and foil. Washing machines with washing machine tabs and conditioner. Tumble dryer. Tea towels. Recycling bins. Loo rolls. Cots (no bedding provided), high chairs and booster seats. Stair gates. Hair dryer in each room, iron and ironing board. Vacuum cleaner and various other cleaning items. Starter pack of: Dishwasher tablets. Washing up liquid. Selection of cleaning products. Selection of toiletries in each bathroom. Bin liners for all bins Outdoor Description The Barn at Rainsbury House has a large private, enclosed garden with outside table and chairs plus a smaller outside area at the rear of the boot room. The wider land around the property is 16 private acres including picturesque woodland which adjoins nearby Wimbleball Lake. The Haddeo River runs through one of the privately owned fields and into the lake. There is direct access from the land to the paths through the wooded hills that bound the 'Upton Arm' of Wimbleball Lake. Guests are free to roam the land and the woods around the lake. Deer thrive in the woodland and can be seen daily around the lake; they are frequent visitors in the fields and gardens too. The landscape around the property is breathtaking and is a haven for walkers and cyclists as well as for artists and photographers. For cyclists, there is a dry storage area and a convenient bike-wash area with hose facilities. And, for cyclists and walkers we have a drying/boot room in which to dry out your kit. The owners live in the farmhouse nearby. Parking There is ample parking on the drive beside the property. Pets Description 2 well-behaved dogs welcome. There is a dedicated path from the main garden to a large securely fenced dog walking field. Restricted mobility Due to the nature of the accommodation being an old barn conversion, we are unable to state that this is property is suitable for those with restricted mobility or who require the use of a wheelchair. Exit in case of emergency A Fire Exit Plan will be available upon arrival. Christmas / New Year A decorated Christmas Tree will be provided for Christmas and New Year if required. We are happy to provide more decorations on request. Please feel free to bring your own if you prefer. The region Sitting on the edge of Exmoor National Park, Upton is a great base for exploring the Brendon Hills, the Quantocks and Exmoor National Park. The property is not far from the Somerset/Devon border and the county town of Taunton is just 19 miles. Exmoor is situated in South West Britain, specifically across West Somerset and North Devon. Once a royal forest, the National Park covers 267 square miles of amazing landscapes, including moorland, woodland, valleys and farmland which has been shaped by nature and people over thousands of years. Often referred to as England's best kept secret, Exmoor is a wonderful holiday destination for anyone looking for a holiday in the great outdoors! There's so much to see and do, from short walks to long expeditions across the moors or horse riding, taking in a safari or sight-seeing at your own pace around the 'picture postcard' villages and hamlets. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Internet access ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven ### Bedrooms - 7 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 5 bathrooms ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27130000/27120200/27120178/72ce67ed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Family & pet friendly wheelchair accessible bungalow, edge Exmoor, sleeps 6 - 14 East Anstey - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Parking included 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-16&endDate=2025-10-17&selected=27120178&PinnedHotelID=27120178&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV, video games, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68930000/68923200/68923107/1ea7dcad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 7 bedroom annexe to former farmhouse, family & pet friendly, with basement pub East Anstey - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.6 Exceptional 5 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-16&endDate=2025-10-17&selected=68923107&PinnedHotelID=68923107&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74740000/74736800/74736704/ed16ad74.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lower Spire - A luxury rural retreat Dulverton - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 5 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-16&endDate=2025-10-17&selected=74736704&PinnedHotelID=74736704&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Microwave, oven](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95770000/95766600/95766580/d780a050.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Hay Barn near Brendon Hills Huish Champflower - Outdoor space - Parking available - Fireplace - Microwave 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-16&endDate=2025-10-17&selected=95766580&PinnedHotelID=95766580&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96720000/96713700/96713687/1dcddfbb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### West Hollowcombe Farm Cottages - full site Dulverton - Washer - Pet-friendly - Barbecue grill [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-16&endDate=2025-10-17&selected=96713687&PinnedHotelID=96713687&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104180000/104174700/104174644/c82fd16f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful family home in Minehead Somerset. 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 4471 ## About the area Taunton is home to this holiday home. Bakelite Museum and The Radio Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Tropiquaria Zoo and Monsters Mansion. The Chocolate House and Bishop's Lydeard Station are also worth visiting. [Visit our Taunton travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Taunton.dx5708) [View more Holiday homes in Taunton](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Taunton-Private-Holiday-Homes.d5708-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C51.05343%2C-3.44099&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=VkW4ss3FmgXUcWye5DYx9NfZZvs=) Nr Taunton, Somerset ### What's nearby - Exmoor National Park - 11 min drive - 6.5 miles - Wimbleball Lake Activities Centre - 13 min drive - 4.5 miles - Nettlecombe Court - 25 min drive - 10.5 miles - Dunster Castle - 31 min drive - 19.3 miles - Tarr Steps - 31 min drive - 14.6 miles ### Getting around - Taunton Station - 29 min drive - Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 57 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Woods - ‬15 min drive - ‪Th Anchor Inn, Exbridge - ‬13 min drive - ‪The Bridge Inn - ‬15 min drive - ‪The Bear Inn - ‬17 min drive - ‪Taste of India - ‬17 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Barn at Rainsbury House, Upton pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Barn at Rainsbury House, Upton? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Barn at Rainsbury House, Upton? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is The Barn at Rainsbury House, Upton located? > Situated in Taunton, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Wimbleball Lake Activities Centre, Exmoor National Park and Church of St. Stephen and All Angels. 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