Draper House

Discover the charm and grandeur of this elegant stone cottage in a secluded parkland setting.

A fantastic family trip...

We had such a fantastic family trip away to Draper House. It’s tucked away in peaceful scenic surroundings, however, it is also in close proximity to the local shops. Our dog absolutely loved the fields surrounding the property. The property is spaci...

5 Reviews
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A fantastic family trip...

We had such a fantastic family trip away to Draper House. It’s tucked away in peaceful scenic surroundings, however, it is also in close proximity to the local shops. Our dog absolutely loved the fields surrounding the property. The property is spaci...

5 Reviews

Overview

Sleeps 16
7 Bedrooms
5 Bathrooms

Property highlights

  • Wi-Fi/Internet
  • Walk to Restaurant
  • Walk to Village
  • Pets on Request
Local Amenities
Nearest AirportExeter
(31.2 miles)
Nearest Town/CityIlminster
(1.5 miles)
Nearest RestaurantThe Golden Ocean
(1.6 miles)
Nearest GolfCricket St Thomas Golf Club
(6.1 miles)

This fabulous detached stone cottage in an expanse of family owned parkland provides you with absolute privacy and peace, with the nearest property over two hundred metres away!

From the beautiful, ivy-lined entrance to the house, you will appreciate immediately the charm and grandeur of this elegant property. With all the character of a traditional country house, but the perks of a modern refurbishment, Draper House truly has the best of both worlds! There is a charming hallway with lovely wooden furniture and lighting to welcome you inside.

Within the main house, there are two living rooms, one in a fabulous open plan design, alongside the large dining area and kitchen. This first living room has two huge sofas and a beautiful old stone fireplace with a wood-burning stove. The dining area has ample seating for ten people, and plenty of space for all the party to drink, dine and relax. The second living room is separated from this main space, and enjoys a super comfy sofa and large flatscreen HD TV with Bluetooth soundbar – the perfect room for a bit of downtime. The fabulous modern fitted kitchen is a masterpiece. It has two electric ovens and an induction hob, as well as a vast central island to make cooking a joy! There’s a couple of stools too so you can enjoy your breakfast at the bar, or perhaps just keep the chef company. Alongside the kitchen is a large conservatory with views out over the colourful, expansive gardens.

The four bright and airy bedrooms are incredibly spacious, with simple, tasteful décor and a real sense of home comfort. The master bedroom has a superking sized bed and huge ensuite bathroom, two rooms have two single beds, which can be arranged either separately or as superking doubles. One of these twin rooms is ensuite, while the other two share a large family bathroom with the bunk bedroom. All three bathrooms are incredibly sleek and stylish, while retaining a homely feel. 

The Cowshed Annexe, set just next to the main house with its own access, it makes Draper House a fantastic option for two families holidaying together. The accommodation in the Cowshed comprises of three bedrooms, two super-king doubles, which can be set up as twin rooms on request, as well as a bunk-bed room with additional trundle bed, perfect for three children. One of the double rooms boasts its very own en-suite bathroom while the remaining two rooms share the use of a fantastic family bathroom.

When the weather is fine, be sure to make the most of your beautiful, secluded garden! Dine al fresco in the sun on the lovely set of table and chairs, or simply stroll through the grounds. With a hugely spacious lawn (complete with pond!) and fabulous stone terrace, all enveloped in a lush array of flowers and trees, and even a wild woodland area, you’d be silly not to explore! And that’s just your private land! There’s so much more to take in in this stunning part of the country, so be sure to escape into the myriad of local country lanes and footpaths and set out for a good hike or cycle. There’s bikes available for hire locally, though we recommend booking in advance.

And it’s not just the countryside on your doorstep – the lovely town of Ilminster is just a couple of miles away so you’ll have everything you need, from bars and restaurants to shops and attractions, just a short cycle or drive away.

      

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What Oliver loves...

  • We adore this totally modern open plan living area, with so much space it’s the perfect place for a social occasion!
  • There’s plenty to do in the local area, but you’re just far enough out of it all to enjoy total peace and quiet and the fresh air of the countryside!
  • A number of the bedrooms can be set up as either doubles or twins, make sure you request which you would like at time of booking to ensure they are set up as you desire on arrival!

What you should know

  • While there’s no satellite TV, there is a terrestrial aerial and (even better!) the TV can connect to the Wi-Fi to access Netflix/Amazon Prime/BBC iPlayer and more.
  • Please note that The Cowshed is an annexe which is seperate from the house.

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