Title: Luxury Somerset country house, perfect for friend and family gatherings. 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 # Luxury Somerset country house, perfect for friend and family gatherings. Holiday home in Yeovil with private pool and kitchen ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34720000/34719500/34719401/8081a211.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34720000/34719500/34719401/147e7191.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34720000/34719500/34719401/5c34dad2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34720000/34719500/34719401/baa11ad7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Oven, stovetop, dishwasher, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34720000/34719500/34719401/f4c594f4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled deep in the South Somerset countryside, The Old Rectory offers a serene escape with its heated outdoor pool, 7 acres of landscaped gardens, and panoramic views across the Vale of Camelot. This elegant country house boasts an orangery dining room perfect for families and a media room with state-of-the-art surround sound system. With six spacious bedrooms, ample living areas including a snug/playroom and croquet set available throughout summer. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 6 bedrooms5 bathrooms5000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Barbecue grill ## 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. ### Luxury Somerset country house, perfect for friend and family gatherings. Light and spacious former rectory set in 7 acres of tranquil grounds with stunning views across the Vale of Camelot. Near to the popular Somerset towns of Bruton and Castle Cary. Excellent access to Castle Cary train station (5 miles) and A303 (3 miles). Perfectly located to explore local attractions such as The Newt in Somerset, Hauser and Wirth, Bath & West showground, Haynes Motor Museum, Glastonbury and the Somerset levels, Mendip Hills, Sherborne and the Dorset Coast beyond. AND RELAX... The Old Rectory is a spacious and elegant country house that’s recently been renovated to a high standard. It’s highly suited to families or friends looking to escape to a beautiful part of England's West Country. Located deep in the glorious South Somerset countryside, the house has panoramic views across the beautiful Vale of Camelot and towards Cadbury Castle, suggested as the possible location of King Arthur’s legendary castle. We have a heated outdoor pool (during the summer) and 7 acres incorporating landscaped gardens, a newly planted orchard, wildlife pond and fields. North Barrow is a quiet and pretty hamlet with barely any passing traffic – there is a real sense of peace and beauty here. Castle Cary is the nearest town, which has a fast rail link to London Paddington (90 mins.) We’re 2 1/4 hours drive from London. INSIDE Guests often comment on how great the flow of the house is and what a happy and light feel there is. BEDROOMS There are 6 bedrooms – 3 Superking bedrooms all with ensuites and then 1 double, 1 twin and 1 single (which share a bathroom). An additional camp bed and sofa bed is available on request. LIVING AREAS The well equipped large kitchen is a joy to cook in and the orangery dining room (sits 10) is perfectly suited to families. The orangery’s expansive doors open up to a terraced eating area outside complete with BBQ and stunning views of the garden and distant hills, and a double sun bed to lounge on. The media room boasts a Sony HD TV with Sky Q, a cinema screen and state of the art surround sound system - ideal for relaxing at the end of the day. Additional seating areas include the more formal hall (which can be configured as an additional dining area) and snug/playroom. OUTSIDE On the south side of the house, enjoy wandering through a series of landscaped gardens, and take in the magnificent views. There is a newly built play area with a ground level trampoline, a double swing and slide. We have a croquet set, up and ready to play throughout the summer. The pool area is wonderfully sheltered and is available on request. There is access to a footpath (not visible) from the field at the top of the garden which leads to South Barrow and there are various other walks that lead from the village. The outside space is ideal for family or friend occasions and events, although is there is an extra charge for this. We can also arrange yurts, marquees and tipis for additional accommodation/ event areas. Please enquire if interested. There is parking for approximately 10 cars in the driveway with further substantial parking space available in the fields if needed for an event. We have no light pollution in North Barrow which means that the property is great for stargazers! PLACES TO VISIT \- The Newt in Somerset estate and gardens (under 10 mins drive) with its rich variety of attractions, including an exact replica Roman villa built adjacent to the site where the estate recently uncovered one while carrying out their extensive renovations; the Story of Gardening Museum; Cider making tours; Beezantium bee exhibit; Grotto; Four Seasons garden; plus associated restaurants and farm shop - The popular Hauser & Wirth gallery in Bruton is only 10 minutes away which is great fun for all ages. \- There is excellent walking - highlights include Cadbury Castle, Corton Denham ridge and wildlife spotting on the Somerset levels. Stourhead (20 mins) is easily accessed along the A303 and has great walking around its beautiful lake and through its Italianate gardens. \- The charming Dorset town of Sherborne and its striking Abbey is 20 minutes away. The cathedral city of Wells with its magnificent cathedral and charming shops, is worth a visit as is Glastonbury tor (both 30 mins). Dorchester is 45 minutes away and the Jurassic coast is an hour’s drive which makes for an easy day trip. \- Haynes motor museum, with its seriously impressive collection of classic cars and excellent Go Kart track, is 5 minutes away. \- The renowned Longleat safari park is a must for families! (45 mins) \- Babington house is within easy reach (30 mins). \*\*\*The house would be an appealing rental during the Glastonbury festival as it’s only 15 minutes from the site entrance. We can arrange transportation to and from the festival at all hours. Yurts and tipis can be arranged in our field for a surcharge, but please book these well in advance.\*\*\* WHERE TO EAT The village itself is a very small hamlet without shops or pubs. There are excellent pubs nearby, including The Red Lion, Babcary (5 mins), The Three Horsehoes, Batcombe (20 mins), The Queens Arms, Corton Denham (15 mins), and The White Hart, Somerton (20 mins). Bruton and Castle Cary are less than 10 minutes away. Bruton has a number of excellent restaurants including Osip, Da Costa and At The Chapel. Castle Cary has The Creamery restaurant and farm shop, The Lazy Lobster, Home café and Pinsent’s Deli. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Limited number of on-site parking spaces - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Oven ### Bedrooms - 6 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Wood stove ### Entertainment - DVD player - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - One pet total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property - Note from host: Please smoke outside ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 5,000 square feet ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70560000/70554800/70554758/6b79dcb3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cider Barn sleeping 12 with hot tub and Spa facilities. 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Fire guard must be in place for all open fires. Pool cover to be fitted when not in use. No single groups allowed in this property. Family arrangements and bookings with couples are welcome ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 1 total pets ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed No hen or stag parties allowed in this house. ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted Please smoke outside ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 Note from host: No hen or stag parties allowed in this house. 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 and a first aid kit 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 ## About the area Located in Yeovil, this holiday home is in a rural area. Haynes International Motor Museum and Hauser and Wirth Somerset are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Kilver Court and Clarks Village. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Huish Park or South West Survival. [Visit our Yeovil travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Yeovil.dx5488) [View more Holiday homes in Yeovil](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Yeovil-Private-Holiday-Homes.d5488-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%7C51.06226%2C-2.56002&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ASQrwk0K4UCMfWoyhKeAdVr_koM=) Somerset, England ### What's nearby - Haynes International Motor Museum - 7 min drive - 2.4 miles - Cadbury Castle - 11 min drive - 5.1 miles - Royal Bath and West Showground - 17 min drive - 8.6 miles - Glastonbury Abbey - 28 min drive - 15.3 miles - Glastonbury Tor - 31 min drive - 15.8 miles ### Getting around - Castle Cary Station - 11 min drive - Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 63 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive - ‪The Queens Arms - ‬17 min drive - ‪Burnt Honey - ‬9 min drive - ‪Fox & Hounds - ‬14 min drive - ‪Bay Tree - ‬8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Luxury Somerset country house, perfect for friend and family gatherings. have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. ### Is Luxury Somerset country house, perfect for friend and family gatherings. pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). ### What time is check-in at Luxury Somerset country house, perfect for friend and family gatherings.? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Luxury Somerset country house, perfect for friend and family gatherings.? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Luxury Somerset country house, perfect for friend and family gatherings. located? > Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 2.6 mi (4.3 km) from Haynes International Motor Museum and within 9 miles (15 km) of Cadbury Castle and Mill on the Brue. Chruch of St. Mary and Hauser and Wirth Somerset are also within 9 miles (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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