The Calf House
About the home
The Calf House is a superb single storey barn conversion which has just been completely renovated to an exceptional standard. Farm & country living meets comfort and style of urban living! It is located on the 140 acre Holt Farm Estate in Witham Friary which is in the Cranborne Chase and West Wiltshire downs Area of Natural Outstanding Beauty and is just two hours from London.
The most incredible feature of this property is the large and luxurious open plan living area. This stunning living space has been stylishly furnished and the open plan layout of the kitchen, dining room and lounge works exceptionally well. As well as three stylish bedrooms (one with en-suite), bathroom, utility and cloakroom, The Calf House also has a large enclosed garden, ample parking and of course access to most of the farm estate.
If you require more sleeping accommodation then we also have The Old Barn (sleeps 8 & next door) and Holt Farmhouse (sleeps 9-10) which can be rented all together.
The Holt Farm Estate is made up of 140 acres of fields of lovely Somerset countryside and it also includes a lake and its own woodlands. This is a working farm but you are welcome to walk along the estate where marked. Children must be accompanied and dogs must be on a leash.
The Calf House is ideal for luxury self catering, special occasions, weekend breaks, short breaks and ideal for exploring Somerset and Wiltshire. Just some of the nearby attractions include; Longleat ( 7 miles away), Stourhead Gardens (3.5 miles away, Bath (22 miles away and Glastonbury (21 miles away) Within sensible driving and taxi distances there are some superb restaurants and pubs including; Archangel in Frome, At The Chapel in Bruton and the Spread Eagle in Stourhead.
| Size: | Sleeps up to 6, 3 bedrooms |
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| Will consider: | Corporate lets Long lets Short breaks |
| Access: | Car advised |
| Family friendly? | Suitable for children of all ages Suitable for people with restricted mobility |
| Notes: | Pets welcome No smoking at this property |
Facilities
| Luxuries: | Internet access, DVD player |
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| General: | Central heating, CD player, Telephone, Satellite TV, Wi-fi available |
| Standard: | Kettle, Toaster, Iron, Hair dryer |
| Utilities: | Clothes dryer, Dishwasher, Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washing machine |
| Rooms: | 3 Bedrooms, 2 bathrooms of which 1 family bathroom and 1 en suite |
| Furniture: | Single beds (4), Double beds (1), Dining seating for 6, Lounge seating for 6 |
| Other: | Linen and towels provided Highchair available |
| Outdoors: | Private garden, BBQ |
| Access: | Parking space |
Further details indoors:
The Calf House has been furnished to exceptionally high standards and the specification of property fittings is exceptional. One of the great features of this property is the size of the living space.
The bed linen is superb quality and each guest has a hand towel and a bath sheet.
The barn easily sleeps 6 across three bedrooms of which one has an en-suite. The bed details are as follows; Bedroom One (with en-suite) - 6'0", Bedroom Two - 2 x 3 ft beds that can be zipped together to make a super king bed if preferred, Bedroom Three - 2 x 3ft beds that can be zipped together to make a superking bed.
Further details outdoors:
> Ample parking
> Large enclosed garden
> Shared vegetable garden (take what you need if its there!)
> Access to many parts of the 140 acre Holt Farm Estate (lake, woodlands & fields)
> Behind the garden and vegetable garden, these barns are rented to a local farmer so this part is a working farm.
Further details
> Welcome gifts on arrival, Bramley products in house.
> Inclusive concierge service provided to help you get the best out of your stay.
> Short Breaks & Weekend available outside of peak periods.
> Can be rented for special occasions
> Changeover day is Thursday in peak periods but this can be flexible at other times.
Conditions
> 30% deposit payable when booking plus £ 25 booking fee.
> Credit cards & debit cards welcome - No card charges for debit cards but 2% charge for credit cards)
> £ 1000 cautionary deposit payable 6 weeks before arrival. Refundable after Housekeepers visit.
> Well behaved dogs are welcome but must be agreed in advance and must be kept on a leash when outside the property.
> Children must be supervised at all times outside of the garden as its a working farm in parts.
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Enquire nowThe West Country / Somerset region
Somerset is a great location for rural and country holidays. There is plenty to do and see and its also a great location for short and weekend breaks. With great places to visit like Bath, Glastonbury or just pop over the border to Longleat.
The Frome / Witham Friary area
Witham Friary is a small village and civil parish located between the Somerset towns of Bruton & Frome in North East Somerset. It is also in the Cranborne Chase and West Wiltshire Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Witham Friary is only two hours from London by car and it is conveniently located for Longleat ( 7 miles), Bath (22 miles ), Mendip Hills (20 miles) World Famous Stourhead gardens & house (5 miles) and close to the Glastonbury Festival (15 miles)
How to get there
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| Nearest Travel Links | |
| Airport: | Bristol: 52 km |
| Railway: | Frome: 8 km |
From London - from M3 - 1hr 45 mins
Take the M3, exit at junction 8 onto A303 for Andover/Salisbury. Stay on road for 52 miles, take B3092 (Frome) for 1.9 miles, turn left onto Stourton Lane, continue onto New Road, slight left onto private road, private road turns right into Holt road, continue onto Dark Lane, 0.4 miles turn left into private lane of Holt Farm Estate.
> Nearest Airport - 32 miles away
> Nearest Train Station - 8 miles away
> Full directions will be sent with booking.
Activities near Frome
Horse Riding
Golf within 30 mins drive
Fishing
Walking holidays
Rural / countryside retreats
Cycling holidays
Rental prices
| Rental prices originally quoted in: British £ | Convert to: |
| Prices for group size 6 | ||||||
| Period | From![]() | To![]() | Weekly![]() | Nightly rate | Minimum stay | |
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| Short Breaks Available | 3 Nov 12 | 19 Dec 12 | £ 1000 | £ 400 | £ 400 | 2 Nights |
| Xmas 2012 | 22 Dec 12 | 26 Dec 12 | £ 2000 | - | - | 5 Nights |
| New Year 2012 | 29 Dec 12 | 3 Jan 13 | £ 2000 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Short Breaks Available | 3 Jan 13 | 14 Feb 13 | £ 1100 | £ 450 | £ 450 | 2 Nights |
| Short Breaks Available | 14 Feb 13 | 21 Feb 13 | £ 1400 | £ 500 | £ 500 | 2 Nights |
| Short Breaks Available | 21 Feb 13 | 21 Mar 13 | £ 1100 | £ 450 | £ 450 | 2 Nights |
| Short Breaks Available | 21 Mar 13 | 11 Apr 13 | £ 1700 | £ 500 | £ 500 | 2 Nights |
| Short Breaks Available | 11 Apr 13 | 23 May 13 | £ 1400 | £ 475 | £ 475 | 2 Nights |
| Short Breaks Available | 23 May 13 | 30 May 13 | £ 1900 | £ 500 | £ 500 | 2 Nights |
| Short Breaks Available | 30 May 13 | 4 Jul 13 | £ 1700 | £ 500 | £ 500 | 2 Nights |
| Short Breaks Available | 4 Jul 13 | 11 Jul 13 | £ 1900 | £ 500 | £ 500 | 2 Nights |
| Short Breaks Available | 11 Jul 13 | 29 Aug 13 | £ 2000 | £ 600 | £ 600 | 2 Nights |
| Short Breaks Available | 29 Aug 13 | 3 Oct 13 | £ 1700 | £ 500 | £ 500 | 2 Nights |
| Short Breaks Available | 3 Oct 13 | 17 Oct 13 | £ 1200 | £ 450 | £ 450 | 2 Nights |
| Short Breaks Available | 17 Oct 13 | 31 Oct 13 | £ 1400 | £ 500 | £ 500 | 2 Nights |
| Short Breaks Available | 31 Oct 13 | 18 Dec 13 | £ 1100 | £ 450 | £ 450 | 2 Nights |
| Xmas | 20 Dec 13 | 26 Dec 13 | £ 2200 | £ 400 | £ 400 | 5 Nights |
| New Year | 28 Dec 13 | 4 Jan 14 | £ 2200 | £ 400 | £ 400 | 5 Nights |
The property's weekend rates apply to: Friday and Saturday nights
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
> Call us about 3,4 & 5 nights breaks as the total cost is not a lot more than the total cost of a 2 night breaks.
> Flexibility arrival & departure days in non peak times, half terms or if late availability.
> Short breaks & Weekend breaks are available. Please enquire.
> All prices include Concierge Services - Contact us for details
> House can be booked for special occasions, family gatherings, birthdays etc
> Changeover day can be flexible outside of peak or busy times.
> Dogs are charged at £ 25 per dog
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