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Front of house [March 2019] (1/27)
Park viewed from patio (2/27)
House viewed from park (3/27)
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Front of the house [September 2018] (4/27)
Entrance hall (5/27)
Kitchen (6/27)
Kitchen with patio doors open (7/27)
View acoss park from dining table (8/27)
Lounge/diner (9/27)
Lounge (10/27)
Lounge/diner (11/27)
Lounge/diner (12/27)
Downstairs cloakroom (13/27)
Utility cupboard (14/27)
Master bedroom (15/27)
Master bedroom (16/27)
View over park from bedroom 1 (17/27)
Bedroom 2 (18/27)
View over park from bedroom 2 (19/27)
Bedroom 3 (20/27)
Family bathroom (21/27)
Patio (22/27)
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Parking area [Garages belong to this house] (23/27)
House viewed from park (24/27)
Balloons from Longleat landing in park (25/27)
Balloon from Longleat landing in park (26/27)
Floorplan (27/27)
Village location
House Ref: 12907
- Sleeps 5
- Self Catering
- 3 Bedrooms
- No Smoking
- 1 Bathrooms
- No Pets
- Close to Longleat
Free wifi
Views over park - Car not essential
Changeover
Saturday
Nearest Airport: Bristol (40miles)
Description
OUR COVID19 POLICY IS TO LEAVE THE HOUSE EMPTY FOR 7 DAYS BEFORE YOUR ARRIVAL.
THE HOUSE WILL BE CLEANED 4 DAYS BEFORE YOUR ARRIVAL AND THEN LEFT UNTOUCHED
This property is ideally located for exploring Dorset, Somerset and Wiltshire.
It is a lovely, detached house in a quiet location with private gardens and a south facing patio area overlooking a park and open fields. There is private off road parking for 2 vehicles
The entrance to the park is only 100 metres away or direct access to the park from the patio is via a ladder. In the park are tennis courts and a childrens play area on the far side.
Located approximately 10 miles from Longleat, 25 miles from Bath, 20 miles west of Stonehenge and just over an hour's drive from north and south coasts at Weston-super-Mare and Bournemouth respectively.
There is easy access to the A303 which gives superb access to London or in to Somerset and on into Devon. It is only 90 mins drive from the M25.
There are National Trust properties nearby, beautiful scenery and lovely quiet roads.
The countryside around Mere offers good walking, cycling, golfing and fishing.
Mere is a very old town with lovely stone buildings and a great deal of history dating back to medieval times. Castle Hill is the site of a ruined castle built in 1253.
There is a good sized Co-op supermarket (open until 10.00 pm every day) in Mere and 3 pubs with restaurants. All the pubs allow children and are family friendly.
Other shops include a Post Office, chemist, green grocer, florist, butcher, antiques, wine merchant, fish-n-chips and Chinese takeaway.
The Dorset town of Gillingham is only 5 miles away and has a greater range of shops and a large Tesco and Waitrose. You should be able to find everything you need in Mere or Gillingham but there is a larger shopping centre in Warminster and the Cathedral City of Salisbury is only 25 miles away.
One of the nicest things about staying in Mere is that you are not living in a tourist destination. Every day you can enjoy a quiet drive to somewhere of interest and then return to calmer surroundings in the evenings.
Location of holiday rental near Mere, Wiltshire, South West England
| Holiday Type: | Rural, Historic/Sightseeing, Family |
| Local Activities: | Walking, Golf, Fishing, Horse Riding, Tennis, Cycling/Mountain Biking, Amusement/Water Park |
| Nearest Airport: | Bristol Heathrow Gatwick |
40miles 85miles 105miles |
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| Nearest Railway Station: | Gillingham | 5miles |
| Nearest Ferry Port: | Southhampton | 48miles |
| Nearest Bus Station: | White Road | 100m |
| Nearest Beach: | Poole | 38miles |
| Nearest Pub/Restaurant: | The George | 1miles |
Location description
Mere is a small, very old town. It has many quaint old buildings dating back to the 1200's when a castle was built and the town grew up around the castle. Mere is surrounded by beautiful open countryside and very quiet roads
The property is located just on the outskirts of Mere and it is an easy walk to the centre where there are pubs, restaurants and shops including a small supermarket, greengrocer and butcher
Other activities
There is a local gliding club that will take you up
Local events
Great Dorset Steam Fair
Mere Carnival
Various events at Longleat - Fireworks, Festival of light, Balloon race etc..
Tourist attractions
Longleat is 10 miles away
Shaftesbury is 7 miles away
Stonehenge is 20 miles away
Bath is 25 miles away
Salisbury is 25 miles away
Glastonbury is 30 miles away
Cheddar Gorge is 30 miles away
Poole harbour is 40 miles away
Bournemouth is 45 mile away
Weston Super Mare is 50 miles away
Haynes Motor Museum is 15 miles away
Wookey Hole is 27 miles away
Monkey World is 35 miles away
Bovington Tank Museum is 35 miles away
Peppa Pig World is 40 miles away
Numerous National Trust properties the nearest being Stourhead which is 4 miles away
Directions
Mere is located just off of the A303.
From Heathrow Airport it is M25, M3, A303.
From Gatwick Airport it is M23, M25, M3, A303
If you are arriving by train there are taxi's available at Gillingham Station
Accommodation, Facilities and Services
| Suitability: | No Smoking, No Pets |
| General: | Central heating, Internet Access |
| Bedrooms: | 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 5 1 Double/s, 1 Single/s, 1 Twin/s, 1 Cot/s |
| Bathrooms: | 1 Bathroom/s 1 Bath/s, 1 Shower/s, 2 Wash basin/s, 2 Toilets/s |
| Lounge: | Seating for 5 people CD Player, Radio, DVD Player, Large screen TV, Books/Magazines, Selection of Films |
| Dining Area: | Seating for 6 people , High chair |
| Kitchen/Utility: | Oven, Hob, Grill, Fridge, Freezer, Microwave, Kettle, Toaster, Dishwasher, Washing machine, Tumble dryer, Ironing board, Iron |
| Outdoors: | BBQ, Private garden, Terrace, Patio table, Patio chairs |
| Access: | Car not essential, Off road parking, Stairs There is level access from the parking area to the house for wheelchairs but there are no downstairs bedrooms |
| Services: |
Linen provided, Towels provided, Cleaning included |
Guestbook
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Reviews submitted by the advertiser
Chalcroft Family
20th December 2020 to 2nd January 2021
Perfect Christmas staycation
Everything we needed in this warm and spacious house
Know the area very well but did not explore too far due to Covid restrictions.
Liam is now beginning his skateboard lessons after receiving this as a Christmas present. [
Would love to stay again.
Carol, Paul and Willow from Cornwall
16th to 20th December 2020
We had a lovely visit. The cottage was well equipped with everything we needed for our stay.
Very convenient location for sightseeing and the Was as good as the comments said.
Willow :- 'I really like the beds because I could fit all my teddies into them'.
Rapior Family
24th to 31st October 2020
Thank you for a lovely half tern break, kindly rearranged from the Easter Holidays [Due to Covid Lockdown - Doug]
We have really enjoyed our week. Particularly Shaftesbury, Stourhead, Longleat and Stonehenge.
Jan, Laura and Mathew
12th to 19th September 2020
We have thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this peaceful and comfortable cottage. The perfect base for exploring Cranborne Chase which we have walked most days and enjoyed the far reaching views. Thank you!
Phillipson Family - Lancashire
!7th to 22nd August 2020
Lovely cottage base for exploring Wiltshire and Dorset.
Walnut Tree excellent food.
Wilkinson family - Lancashire
26th July to 1st August 2020
A great base for visiting lots of local attractions.
A pleasant break amidst the chaos of 2020
The Ward family - Staffordshire
18th to 25th July 2020
Mere is a very nice place with some fantastic places to visit within a short drive.
The Walnut Tree Inn does very nice food and is children friendly. Overall a very nice week away. Thank you.
Hind family
25th March to 4th April 2020
Mere has been a peaceful friendly place to solitary isolate during a difficult time with the world. Thankyou
The Boyd family - Lancashire
Lovely well equipped cottage. A great base to visit attractions - Longleat, Stonehenge and only an hour to the coast [Durdle door and Bournemouth]
Park very handy for the children.
Thank you Alison and Doug
Rates
| Period | Weekly | Weekend per night | Midweek per night | Minimum Stay |
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| 2nd January 2021 to 14th February 2021 - Winter | £495 | £100 | £100 | 3 Days |
| 13th February 2021 to 19th February 2021 -School Half Term | £545 | £105 | £105 | 4 Days |
| 20th February 2021 to 2nd April 2021 - Spring | £495 | £100 | £100 | 3 Days |
| 3rd April 2021 to 16th April 2021 - School Easter Holiday | £595 | £110 | £110 | 4 Days |
| 17th April 2021 to 28th May 2021 - Late Spring | £495 | £100 | £100 | 3 Days |
| 29th May 2021 to 4th June 2021 - School Half Term | £595 | £110 | £110 | 4 Days |
| 5th June 2021 to 16th July 2021 - Summer | £545 | £105 | £105 | 3 Days |
| 17th July 2021 to 3rd September 2021 - School Summer Holidays | £595 | £110 | £110 | 4 Days |
| 4th September 2021 to 22nd October 2021 - Late Summer | £545 | £105 | £105 | 3 Days |
| 23rd October 2021 to 29th October 2021 - School Half Term | £595 | £110 | £110 | 4 Days |
| 30th October 2021 to 17th December 2021 - Autumn | £495 | £100 | £100 | 3 Days |
| 18th December 2021 to 7th January 2021 - School Christmas Holidays | £695 | £110 | £110 | 4 Days |
Please Note: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion. Currency conversions are not guaranteed to be accurate.
Deposit/Booking Notes
150 deposit payable on booking.
Balance to be paid 4 weeks before arrival.
Payment to be by cheque or bank transfer.
A location plan and details of how to collect the key will be sent after receipt the full payment
Prices include bedding, towels, electricity and gas
BOOKING CONDITIONS
Check in after 16.30 hrs.
Check out by 10.30 hrs.
Only those people on the original booking should be in the property. Visitors are not permitted.
Smoking is not allowed inside the property. Guest may smoke outside and an ashtray is provided on the patio
Pets are not allowed in the property.
Private parking is provided for 2 cars. Additional cars and larger vehicles may not be able to use the parking area.
There is a ladder for easy access over the wall in to the park, although this must be at your own risk.
The house should be left in a tidy condition on your departure.
Washing up may be put in the dishwasher and the dishwasher left running.
Bed linen and bath towels are provided for your use in the house. We suggest you bring your own beach towels with you.
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Owner Details
Owner Name:
Doug Clowser
Property Ref:
12907
Languages Spoken:
English
Preferred Contact Method:
Enquiry Form
Owner joined website:
25 October 2017
Property listed since:
11 December 2017
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Owner Details
Owner Name: Doug Clowser
Property Ref: 12907
Languages Spoken: English
Preferred Contact Method: Enquiry Form
Owner joined website: 25 October 2017
Property listed since: 11 December 2017
Please mention theholidaylet.com and be aware of time differences if making contact by phone.
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