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'Castle Cary' Barn (for 5+2), Stables (for 7+2), Bee House (for 2)
Wincanton & South Somerset barn rental - The Barn & Stables from across the fields
 
  • Wincanton & South Somerset barn rental - The Barn & Stables from across the fields
    Wincanton & South Somerset barn rental - The Ancient Barn
    Wincanton & South Somerset barn rental - The Old Stables garden view
    Wincanton & South Somerset barn rental - Part of the living room in the Ancient Barn
    Wincanton & South Somerset barn rental - The main bedroom in The Old Stables
    Wincanton & South Somerset barn rental - Beams in the Ancient Barn
    Wincanton & South Somerset barn rental - An upstairs bedroom in the Stables
    Wincanton & South Somerset barn rental - Sitting area in The Ancient Barn
    Wincanton & South Somerset barn rental - Bedroom 3 has 3 single beds in it
    Wincanton & South Somerset barn rental - The main bedroom in The Ancient Barn
    Wincanton & South Somerset barn rental - Open plan living/dining area in Old Stables
    Wincanton & South Somerset barn rental - Upstairs in the Ancient Barn
  • Wincanton & South Somerset barn rental - Kitchen area in The Old Stables
    Wincanton & South Somerset barn rental - Kitchen area in The Ancient Barn
    Wincanton & South Somerset barn rental - Old Stables garden with Bee House roof visible
    Wincanton & South Somerset barn rental - The Ancient Barn's patio
    Wincanton & South Somerset barn rental - The Old Stables from the yard
    Wincanton & South Somerset barn rental - View across fields from the Barn's Patio
    Wincanton & South Somerset barn rental - A nature reserve - a short walk away
    Wincanton & South Somerset barn rental - The Bee House
    Wincanton & South Somerset barn rental - Castle Cary's Market House
    Wincanton & South Somerset barn rental - Interior of the Bee House (can sleep 2)
    Wincanton & South Somerset barn rental - Castle Cary's 18th century lock-up
    Wincanton & South Somerset barn rental - Country walks all around.
 
  • Bedrooms2
  • Sleeps5
  • 1 Bathroom
Rates (British Pound)
Per property, must pay in British Pound
  • Per week £375 - £710
USD Conversion (ESTIMATED)
  • Per week $593 - $1,123
Description Barn

The Owner

Speaks English, French, German, Italian

Telephone: +44 (0)1963 351288
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Photos and Description of the Wincanton & South Somerset vacation barn rental
Beautifully converted, listed properties surrounded by countryside.

Two fascinating Grade II listed historic buildings. A lovely 15th century Ancient Barn and a 17th century Old Stables are part of a medieval farmstead. They sleep up to 5 and 7 respectively with the option of renting a medieval Bee House with two additional beds. VisitBritain four star rated, they offer original features (old woodwork, beams and flagstones) with every modern comfort. They are in pretty, unspoilt countryside close to the delightful old market town of Castle Cary with its interesting shops and pubs. There are numerous places to visit, including Glastonbury (Abbey and Tor), Cadbury Camp (King Arthur's Camelot), historic houses and gardens, while the fascinating cities of Wells, Bath and Salisbury are also within easy reach. There are many places to interest children too - such as Wookey Hole Caves and Longleat theme and safari park.

Details for The Ancient Barn 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 5, 1 Bathroom

This Grade II listed medieval cruck barn was built around the year 1390 and was converted in 1995 to provide a very comfortable, unusual and very special holiday home. It has an English Tourism Council four star rating. Every care has been taken to preserve its original features. There is a lofty living/dining/kitchen area with a wealth of old beams, a flagstone floor (with underfloor heating) and double doors leading to a small paved patio. Upstairs there is a heavily beamed bedroom with two single beds + folding guest bed. Downstairs there is a double bedroom with a magnificent king-sized antique brass bed, and the bathroom (with cubicle shower) is next door. There is constant hot water and full central heating. Across a yard is The Old Stables - sleeping 8 - that has a dining table for 14. You can also rent a medieval Bee House in conjunction with the Ancient Barn. A few yards away, it has a double bed-room and ensuite shower room but no kitchen.
Wincanton & South Somerset barn rental - The Barn & Stables from across the fields

The Barn & Stables from across the fields

Wincanton & South Somerset barn rental - The Ancient Barn

The Ancient Barn

Wincanton & South Somerset barn rental - The Old Stables garden view

The Old Stables garden view
Wincanton & South Somerset barn rental - Part of the living room in the Ancient Barn

Part of the living room in the Ancient Barn

Wincanton & South Somerset barn rental - The main bedroom in The Old Stables

The main bedroom in The Old Stables

Wincanton & South Somerset barn rental - Beams in the Ancient Barn

Beams in the Ancient Barn

Wincanton & South Somerset barn rental - An upstairs bedroom in the Stables

An upstairs bedroom in the Stables
Wincanton & South Somerset barn rental - Sitting area in The Ancient Barn

Sitting area in The Ancient Barn
Wincanton & South Somerset barn rental - Bedroom 3 has 3 single beds in it

Bedroom 3 has 3 single beds in it
Wincanton & South Somerset barn rental - The main bedroom in The Ancient Barn

The main bedroom in The Ancient Barn

Wincanton & South Somerset barn rental - Open plan living/dining area in Old Stables

Open plan living/dining area in Old Stables
Wincanton & South Somerset barn rental - Upstairs in the Ancient Barn

Upstairs in the Ancient Barn
Wincanton & South Somerset barn rental - Kitchen area in The Old Stables

Kitchen area in The Old Stables
Wincanton & South Somerset barn rental - Kitchen area in The Ancient Barn

Kitchen area in The Ancient Barn
Wincanton & South Somerset barn rental - Old Stables garden with Bee House roof visible

Old Stables garden with Bee House roof visible
Wincanton & South Somerset barn rental - The Ancient Barn's patio

The Ancient Barn's patio
Wincanton & South Somerset barn rental - The Old Stables from the yard

The Old Stables from the yard
Wincanton & South Somerset barn rental - View across fields from the Barn's Patio

View across fields from the Barn's Patio
Wincanton & South Somerset barn rental - A nature reserve - a short walk away

A nature reserve - a short walk away
Wincanton & South Somerset barn rental - The Bee House

The Bee House

Wincanton & South Somerset barn rental - Castle Cary's Market House

Castle Cary's Market House
Wincanton & South Somerset barn rental - Interior of the Bee House (can sleep 2)

Interior of the Bee House (can sleep 2)
Wincanton & South Somerset barn rental - Castle Cary's 18th century lock-up

Castle Cary's 18th century lock-up
Wincanton & South Somerset barn rental - Country walks all around.

Country walks all around.
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Location: Somerset < England

Nearest Airport : 'Bristol/Heathrow/Gatwick' at 72 Kilometres
Nearest Train : 'Castle Cary' at 2 Kilometres
Nearest Beach : beach at 80.5 Kilometres
Car: necessary

Castle Cary is in South-East Somerset and the properties are in the countryside next to a small working farm yet less than two miles from town. There is a main line railway station at Castle Cary with fast trains to London. The area is very pretty and almost untouched by tourism.

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Rental Rates for this vacation barn rental in Wincanton & South Somerset, United Kingdom

Rental Basis:
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Rental rates quoted in:
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Dates Rates
Name of Period Begins Ends Weekly Week
Night		 Weekend Weekend
Night		 Extra
Night		 Monthly Event Rate Minimum Stay
Jan 7 2012 Feb 10 2012 £365 - £250 - - - - 3 Nights
Feb 11 2012 Feb 17 2012 £475 - £285 - - - - 3 Nights
Feb 18 2012 Mar 30 2012 £375 - £265 - - - - 3 Nights
Mar 31 2012 Apr 6 2012 £410 - £260 - - - - 3 Nights
Apr 7 2012 Apr 13 2012 £525 - £345 - - - - 3 Nights
Apr 14 2012 Jun 1 2012 £475 - £325 - - - - 3 Nights
Jun 2 2012 Jun 8 2012 £700 - £425 - - - - 3 Nights
Jun 9 2012 Jul 20 2012 £525 - £345 - - - - 3 Nights
Jul 21 2012 Aug 24 2012 £710 - - - - - - 1 Week
Aug 25 2012 Sep 7 2012 £610 - £373 - - - - 3 Nights
Sep 8 2012 Oct 12 2012 £550 - £350 - - - - 3 Nights
Oct 13 2012 Oct 26 2012 £585 - £375 - - - - 3 Nights

Payment is usually accepted in the quoted currency (British Pound) unless the currency and the amount is specifically agreed in advance with the owner / advertiser.

Additional information about rental rates

  • We also offer short breaks and the price for 2 or 3 nights is the same - allowing late checkout on day 3 if required. We charge £10 for dogs because of the extra cleaning involved.
    Rent includes all fuel: this includes electric underfloor heating, gas central heating and hot water, and also linen including towels. There are no hidden charges.
    For short breaks the prices quoted here may vary slightly (up or down)
    depending on the number of guests in the group.
  • There are an additional two beds in a nearby medieval bee-house that can be rented in conjunction with the barn. The bee house has its own en suite shower room but no kitchen and cannot be rented on its own. £60 for the first night, £30 for each subsequent night. For further information email us!
  • The barn has been given a 4 star rating by Visit Britain. At Christmas we provide a tree, holly, ivy and mistletoe!
    DEBIT/CREDIT CARDS: We take the following credit/debit cards: Visa, MasterCard, JCB, Delta, Switch & Solo.
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Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation barn rental in Wincanton & South Somerset, United Kingdom

Property Type:
  • barn (detached)
Forms of Payment:
  • accept credit card
Accommodation Type:
  • self-catering
Location Type:
  • rural
Theme:
  • away from it all
  • historic
General:
  • activities guide
  • linens provided
  • towels provided
  • hair dryer
  • restaurant dining guide
  • central heating
  • local maps
Kitchen:
  • freezer
  • refrigerator
  • microwave
  • washing machine
  • clothes dryer
  • coffee maker
  • oven
  • dish washer
  • cooking utensils
  • toaster
  • iron & board
  • hob
  • 4 ring stove
  • grill
Dining:
  • dining area
  • child's highchair
  • seating for 6 people
Bathrooms:
  • 1 Bathroom
  • Bathroom - Toilet, Shower
  • The bathroom has been upgraded in March 2008 to provide a walk-in cubicle shower. There is a heated towel rail and also a fan heater.
Bedrooms:
  • 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 5
  • Bedroom 1 - 1 Queen, on the ground floor - bathroom next to it.
    Bedroom 2 - 1 Sleep Sofa /Futon, 2 Twin/ Single, First floor room
  • Our beds are really comfortable - memory foam on the 2 single beds and new quality interior sprung on the double bed. Both bedrooms have fitted carpets and radiators provide the central heating which can be controlled by our guests. The upstairs bedroom has a sloping ceiling and beams so there is slightly restricted headroom in places. Although this property has no mobility rating it can be accessed by a wheelchair user - just. There is a travel cot that can be put anywhere in this property. Bedlinen is provided - and also nice big towels.
Entertainment:
  • TV
  • radio
  • books
  • books kids
  • DVD
  • books adult
  • VCR
  • CD
Internet Access:
  • wireless broadband
  • internet access
Outside:
  • patio stone/concrete
  • parking off street
  • parking
  • 5 garden chairs
Suitability:
  • suitable for elderly or infirm
  • pets considered
  • children welcome
  • non smoking only
Attractions:
  • churches
  • playground
  • restaurants
  • ruins
Leisure Activities:
  • horseback riding
  • walking
  • outlet shopping
  • scenic drives
  • bird watching
Notes: The double bedroom and bathroom are on the ground floor. The bedroom upstairs sleeps two, but there is a folding bed for a third person. The property has a small south-facing enclosed patio (garden furniture provided), which overlooks open countryside. Nearby the Bee house can also be rented providing an extra double bedroom and shower room. Many of our guests return again and again to this property. We have BT Broadband WiFi available - bring your own laptop.

Further details for this vacation barn rental in Wincanton & South Somerset, United Kingdom

The accommodation: : The Ancient Barn, The Old Stables and the Bee House are situated between an old farmhouse and a small working farmyard (cattle and sheep) so there may be some normal farming activity at certain times of year. Our guests have never found this to be a problem but if you do not enjoy the sights, sounds and smells of a farmyard then this is not the place for you! All three buildings are comfortable at all seasons - warm in winter, cool in summer, and provide an ideal base for touring this fascinating part of the west of England. Both Barn and Stables have VisitBritain four star ratings. We also have a Green Tourism Award.

A car is essential. We ask our guests only to smoke out of doors.

We keep free range chickens which children are welcome to visit and to feed. We sell eggs and seasonal veg.

Throughout the year... : Somerset has lots to offer: historic sites such as Glastonbury Tor and Cadbury Camp (also known as Camelot - a hill fort made famous by King Arthur), ruined Castles and Abbeys, delightful country pubs offering delicious meals made from local produce, National Trust houses and famous gardens. For those who enjoy shopping there are numerous antique and craft shops in the area and Clarks Shopping Village is a short drive away at Street. This is a very special place in an area of England that as yet has hardly been touched by tourism. The countryside is pretty, the pace of life is gentle and the local people are friendly and helpful. Many of our guests return again and again to this lovely part of the world.

Golf:

There is an 18 hole public golf course at Wheathill - about a 10 minute drive away and another at Yeovil - about a 20 minute drive away.

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Reviews for this vacation barn rental in Wincanton & South Somerset, United Kingdom

The Ancient Barn
average rating of 5.0 based on 3 reviews
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The Ancient Barn
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p1710
+44 (0)1963-351288
South Somerset Somerset
HRGuestBook1710
HR GuestBook
5

Comments from Owner Guestbook

Review Submitted: December 6, 2007 Date of Stay: December 2007
'The best click of a mouse button I've ever done!' 'We were absolutely delighted to find a place for once, which is far more than its blurb claims.' 'What a lovely surprise. Clean, warm and not spooky!' 'A wonderfully warm and romantic stay - only wish we could stay longer.' 'We'll be back.' 'As an American I can say that your barn has been my favorite accommodation in all 6 years I have lived in this country. We wouldn't change or add anything - comfortable beds, excellent shower, well lit, books and it's great to have a dishwasher. I'm going to be sorry to leave.'
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5 out of 5
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The Ancient Barn
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p1710
+44 (0)1963-351288
South Somerset Somerset
Ruth
London
5

This marvellous Ancient Barn

Review Submitted: January 21, 2011 Date of Stay: August 2010
We had the most wonderful few days in the Ancient Barn, beautifully restored and both an impressive piece of history and a cosy and delightful place to stay. Every comfort has been installed, making it a place suitable for everyone, including I think older people, who will find it very comfortable. All around is glorious Somerset countryside, and many important and interesting places to visit. There's so much to enjoy here.
The owners are delightful, helpful and very welcoming. It feels like a privilege to have the chance to stay in this venerable Barn. We couldn't recommend it more highly.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Tourists without a Car, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
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5 out of 5
Did you find this review helpful? Yes No Helpful votes: 1/1
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The Ancient Barn
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p1710
+44 (0)1963-351288
South Somerset Somerset
victorz
australia
5

Better than great!

Review Submitted: January 25, 2010 Date of Stay: January 2009
Fabulous family accommodation. Well appointed, great renovation, beautiful place to stay. The owner was incredibly hospitable and welcoming to our children and us. Highly recommended.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Rating
5 out of 5
Did you find this review helpful? Yes No Helpful votes: 2/2
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