Cheddar holiday cottage rental, Draycott with walking, beach/lake nearby, log fire, telephone, rural retreat, TV

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Martindale Cottage (cottage)

Home description

Open plan ground floor comprises comfortable living space, dining area and fitted modern kitchen. Upstairs the bathroom has shower over bath and razor point. The single bedroom has 3ft bunks, and the large double room has space for cot and/or folding bed, (which could also go in the lounge). Everything provided. Just bring your personal luggage!
The area offers a variety of outdoor activities and it is known for its many and varied walks. Draycott is within easy reach of seaside resorts, historic Glastonbury and City of Wells , whilst Bath, and Bristol offer many tourist attractions as well as fine shopping. There are many attractions open throughout the year, in fact, something for everyone at any time.

The West Country / Somerset region

The limestone Mendip Hills rise up from the Somerset Levels, giving spectacular views across the peat moors as far as Exmoor , the sea and the Welsh hills beyond. The hills provide an underground network of caves and potholes , and , on the surface, wonderful walking beloved by visitors. The peat moors were home to ancient civiisations and are now the home to thousands of wild birds in the many nature reserves.
History tells a great story in Somerset, starting from early man, with many archeological sites, tthe start of Chrstianity at Glastonbury, through to the mystical legends of King Arthur, and his knights. The Roman and Georgian influence at Bath gives us many fine buildings while the cathedrals , abbeys and castles of Medieval times are some of the most visited places in the county.
The sea influence gave Somerset its warm pleasant climate so stock farming led to the sheepskin industries, some now defunct, and to cheese making, which still thrives. Strawberries grow on the slopes of the Mendips and remain a substantial source of income.
Because of its attractive nature, large houses were built in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, many now are National Trust properties with interesting gardens open to the public.

Cheddar / Draycott area

Draycott is the centre of the strawberry growing industry, with footpaths in all directions for easy walking as well as the long distance path the West Mendip Way which passes through. There are many local events such as the Strawberry Fayre held in June, Priddy Sheep Fair and Gypsy Horse Fair in August and the Somerset Carnivals held in November. The Bath and West of England Showground is home to many regional events and the attractions at Cheddar Gorge and Wookey Hole are open all year as are many others.

How to get there

From M5, north or south, J21 or J22. Follow A38 and A371 signed for WELLS. Draycott is 2 miles beyond cheddar and 6 miles from Wells.
From east either M4 to Bath or Bristol then follow signs to Wells
or M3 and A303 cutting along the Mendip Hills via Frome, Shepton and Wells.
From Wells, follow A371 signed Weston super Mare

Activities near Cheddar

Facilities

Further details indoors:
The cottage has an intimate atmosphere for those just wishing to relax in front of the log fire , yet is loved by parents who can keep their children in sight at all times in the open plan area downstairs. Fully equipped (home from home) for those wishing to cook or do other family chores, there are books, games and videos to keep the family happy indoors ,and a wide variety of events, attractions and activities in the local area.
There is a separate utility room housing the washing machine, drier and logs for the fire.
Keep in touch with your family by giving them the number of the cottage telephone.
Situated in a quiet lane in the centre of the village, there are friendly neighbours, a shop, 2 pubs and children's play area within walking distance. The village is riddled with footpaths and there are open fields within a few minutes walk in any direction.

Further details outdoors:
There is no garden, but the patio is safe for children and dogs. Although small, it has seating and is big enough for a BBQ. There is one parking space, but arrangements can be made for extra vehicles

Conditions

Deposit of 50% upon booking, balance to be paid two weeks in advance of holiday.
Cancellations refund all monies less £20 for admin.
10% discount for rebookings.

Rental rates

Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
Winter period	7 Nov 09	14 Feb 10	220£ 220	4545	5555	Flexible
Rising to peak period	14 Feb 10	3 Jul 10	380£ 380	4545	5555	Flexible
Peak period	3 Jul 10	4 Sep 10	400£ 400	0-	0-	1 Week

The property's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights

NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.

Flexible changove days but usually Saturday in summer.

For short breaks of 1-5 nights contact us for prices

10% orr for rebookings.

ancellation - all monies returned less £20 for admin.

Guestbook for Martindale Cottage

"Everything at hand, home from home"

"Lovely relaxing atmosphere to come home to after a brilliant day out".

"Great area, too much to do, in a week, we'll be back!"

Availability

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Contact details for the advertiser of home 13999
Name:	Helen Dance
Tel:	+44 (0)1934 742811
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