Hurcott Farmhouse
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Overview
Hurcott Farmhouse holds a wonderful location, nestled in a completely private spot amongst beautiful Somerset countryside. While guests will feel as though they are in total tranquillity, the nearby town of Ilminster, with its variety of helpful amenities, is just a five-minute car journey away.
While the 17th Century grade II listed farmhouse is bursting full of original charm with its thatched roof, stone floors and ancient oak beams, it has been recently renovated and today boasts contemporary and luxurious furnishings throughout. The accommodation is spread across the farmhouse and cottage which are connected by lockable doors on the ground floor, for those in smaller groups of four it is possible to simply rent Cider Cottage on its own. The farmhouse and cottage can comfortably sleep up to twelve guests, for those in groups of fourteen, a further two guests can be accommodated on an additional bunk bed in one of the double bedrooms.
On the ground floor, there is plenty of entertaining space for the whole gang to gather together with two sitting rooms with cosy wood-burning stoves and two modern and fully equipped kitchens. On the ground floor is the first of the six bedrooms, a king-sized four poster room with a luxurious rolltop bath. Upstairs are the remaining en-suite bedrooms, three of which can be set up as either super-king size doubles or twin rooms, making Hurcott Farmhouse an excellent choice for a gathering of friends. Also on this level, is a family room with super-king size double with additional bunk bed and a king-size room.
Outside, the children will enjoy playing games in the large lawned garden, while there are dining facilities and a charcoal barbecue for the summer, or the hardy!
* Want to enioy a relaxing break without the weekend crowds, for a lower price? Consider a mid-week stay! Please note that for mid-week stays beginning on a Monday, there is a 4-night minimum stay.
What you should know…
- For those travelling in groups of 14, one of the bedrooms makes use of bunk beds and so may be best suited to children
- Dogs are welcome to come but please note that there is a small additional charge for this, please see the T&Cs tab for details
Property Features
Hurcott Farmhouse is split into the farmhouse and the cottage, as a result there are two kitchens and two living rooms. The two properties are joined through lockable doors on the ground floor for the convenience of any groups renting the entire house.
Farmhouose Ground Floor
- Fully equipped kitchen with dining area
- Living room with wood-burning stove
- Double bedroom with en-suite bathroom*
- Utility room
- Guest W.C.
Farmhouse First Floor
- Bedroom with double bed (can be configured as twin), bunk beds and en-suite bathroom
- Double bedroom with en-suite shower room (can be configured as twin)
- Double bedroom with en-suite shower room (can be configured as twin)
Cottage Ground Floor
- Fully equipped kitchen with dining area
- Living and dining room with wood-burning stove**
- Utility room
- Guest W.C.
Cottage First Floor
- Double bedroom with en-suite shower room (can be configured as twin)
- Double bedroom with en-suite bathroom
Exterior Grounds
- Wood-fired hot tub
- Lawned garden
- Terrace
- Outdoor dining facilities
- Barbecue
Additional Facilities
- Heating
- Working fireplaces
- Wi-Fi
- Smart Televisions
- Two Kups coffee machines
- Two dishwashers
- Two washer-dryers
- Iron and ironing board
- Hair dryers
- Bath robes
- Board games
- High chair and cot upon request
- Private parking
*Please note, the en-suite in this room consists of a bath and sink in the bedroom and a seperate W.C.
**When booking both the farmhouse and the cottage, the living and dining room in the cottage can be converted into a large dining room, with seating for 14, upon request
Location
About the surrounding area of Hurcott FarmhouseThe farmhouse is set in a quiet position nestled amongst farmland and woods.
There are a selection of excellent pubs in the vicinity, some within walking distance – like the Dinnington Docks, which is about a 45 minute walk – others a little further, but worth cycling or driving to, such as the Lord Poulett Arms.
Barrington House, a National Trust house with gardens open to the public, is nearby, as is Dillington House. The Dennis Chinaworks in Shepton Beauchamp are also very close and worth a visit, for the tea rooms as much as anything else.
There are several local cider producers whose orchards and presses are worth seeing, Perry’s Cider in Dowlish Wake being one, and Julian Temperley’s cider and cider brandy distillery over at Burrow Hill another.
A little further away the beach at Lyme Regis and walks along the Jurassic coastline are 40mins or so to the South, and the Hauser and Wirth gallery near Bruton is 40 mins or so to the East.
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| Nearest Airport |
Exeter Airport
(51km) |
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| Nearest Train Station |
Crewkerne
(15.6km) |
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| Nearest Town/City |
Ilminster
(4km) |
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| Nearest Restaurant |
Selection in Ilminster
(4km) |
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| Nearest Shop |
Tesco Superstore
(4.1km) |
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| Nearest Beach |
Lyme Regis
(30km) |
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Region
As one of the sunniest and most rural counties in the UK, there’s plenty in Somerset to make a summer break totally memorable (and it’s still amazing picturesque no matter the season when you visit!).
And when you are staying in one of our luxury holiday homes in Somerset, you’ll want to make sure you’re visiting all the places and trying all the stuff that really makes the region unique. To that end, we’ve put together this brilliant Somerset travel guide – whether you’ve already booked or you’re just browsing, it’s full of handy info and indispensable tips!
Kids
Best Suited For: All AgesHurcott Farmhouse makes a fantastic choice for those travelling with children. The garden is completely private and makes an excellent space for the children to run around and play games. In the evenings, the 55" TV is perfect for cosy movie nights after action-packed days spent exploring the Somerset countryside. For the little ones, baby cots and highchairs can be provided at the property, please just request at time of booking.
Baby and Toddler Equipment
- Cot(s)
- High Chair(s)
Kids Activities Close-by
- Outdoor Pursuit & Activities
- Tourist Towns & Villages
Onsite Facilities
- Indoor Games
Services Available
- Chef/Cook Available
- Maid Service Available
Extras
Oliver's Extras
- Chef/Cook Available
- Maid Service Available
At Oliver’s Travels, we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From private chefs to travel services, we can help you arrange those little extras that make it a truly memorable holiday. Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team, who will be happy to help. We can typically help you arrange any of the following:
- Maid service/extra cleaning
- Private chef/cook/catering
- Welcome hamper/pre-stocked fridge
- Local day-trips or tours
- Airport pick-up/drop-off
Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team.
Please note that all extras are subject to availability and must be requested in advance of the holiday (prices on request). Due to some rural/remote locations, not all services will be available at all properties. However, we will always do our best to fulfil your requests!
Oliver's Travels Chef Service: A Gourmet Dining Experience
Make hosting a memorable dinner party at your villa an absolute breeze with our superb Chef Service. Our chefs will take care of everything for you from start to finish so you can just sit back and enjoy the gastronomic experience. They will bring all the necessary ingredients, cook and serve the food and even clean up afterwards. To find out more visit www.oliverstravels.com/chefs
| Security deposit | £500 charged to the client's credit card as a pre-authorisation at least 2 weeks prior to arrival and refunded two weeks after departure, subject to a full inspection. |
| Arrival time | 4pm |
| Departure time | 10am |
Terms & Conditions
These terms and conditions may be amended from time to time.
| Security deposit | £500 charged to the client's credit card as a pre-authorisation at least 2 weeks prior to arrival and refunded two weeks after departure, subject to a full inspection. |
| Arrival time | 4pm |
| Departure time | 10am |
| Energy costs included? | Yes, included in the rental price |
| Linen & towels included? | Yes, included in the rental price |
| End of stay cleaning included? | Yes, included in the rental price |
| Internet access? | Yes, Wi-Fi is included in the rental price |
| Changeover day | Monday or Friday |
| Minimum stay | Please note that there is a 2-night minimum stay, this may be increased to 3 or 7-nights across peak dates |
| Pets welcome? | A maximum of 2 well-behaved dogs are allowed on a request basis for an additional charge of £50 per dog, per stay. Please request at the time of booking. Dogs are to remain downstairs and off the furniture at the property. |
| Smoking Allowed? | No smoking |
| Other Ts and Cs | No stag do's, hen do's or parties are permitted at this home. |
| Other 2 | Travel cots and highchairs can be provided on request. Please ensure that you request them at the time of booking as they are available on a first come, first served basis. |
Rental Rates
Prices based on an occupancy of 12 people:
| Rental period | 2 Nights | 3 Nights | 4 Nights | 5 Nights | Weekly |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 16th 2024 - May 3rd 2024 | - | £3,209 | £4,083 | £4,956 | £6,112 |
| May 3rd 2024 - May 10th 2024 | £3,725 | £4,419 | £5,112 | £5,805 | £6,499 |
| May 10th 2024 - May 24th 2024 | £2,484 | £3,177 | £3,870 | £4,564 | £5,356 |
| May 24th 2024 - May 31st 2024 | - | £3,725 | £4,419 | £5,112 | £5,951 |
| May 31st 2024 - Jul 5th 2024 | £2,484 | £3,177 | £3,870 | £4,564 | £5,951 |
| Jul 5th 2024 - Aug 23rd 2024 | - | £3,483 | £4,257 | £5,031 | £6,579 |
| Aug 23rd 2024 - Sep 6th 2024 | - | £4,064 | £4,838 | £5,612 | £6,999 |
| Sep 6th 2024 - Oct 10th 2024 | £2,484 | £3,177 | £3,870 | £4,564 | £5,951 |
| Oct 10th 2024 - Oct 28th 2024 | £2,709 | £3,435 | £4,161 | £4,886 | £6,338 |
| Oct 28th 2024 - Nov 1st 2024 | £2,709 | £3,274 | £3,838 | £4,403 | £5,531 |
| Nov 1st 2024 - Dec 20th 2024 | £2,193 | £2,758 | £3,322 | £3,887 | £5,015 |
| Dec 20th 2024 - Dec 27th 2024 | - | - | - | - | £9,788 |
| Dec 27th 2024 - Jan 3rd 2025 | - | - | - | - | £8,321 |
| Jan 3rd 2025 - Feb 7th 2025 | £1,968 | £2,500 | £3,032 | £3,564 | £4,166 |
| Feb 7th 2025 - Feb 28th 2025 | - | £2,726 | £3,258 | £3,790 | £4,369 |
| Feb 28th 2025 - Mar 21st 2025 | £1,968 | £2,500 | £3,032 | £3,564 | £4,166 |
| Mar 21st 2025 - Mar 28th 2025 | £2,484 | £3,339 | £4,194 | £5,048 | £5,983 |
| Mar 28th 2025 - Apr 4th 2025 | - | £4,064 | £5,059 | £6,055 | £6,966 |
| Apr 4th 2025 - May 2nd 2025 | - | £3,209 | £4,083 | £4,956 | £6,112 |
| May 2nd 2025 - May 9th 2025 | £3,725 | £4,419 | £5,112 | £5,805 | £6,499 |
| May 9th 2025 - May 23rd 2025 | £2,484 | £3,177 | £3,870 | £4,564 | £5,356 |
| May 23rd 2025 - May 30th 2025 | - | £3,725 | £4,419 | £5,112 | £5,951 |
| May 30th 2025 - Jul 4th 2025 | £2,484 | £3,177 | £3,870 | £4,564 | £5,951 |
| Jul 4th 2025 - Aug 22nd 2025 | - | £3,483 | £4,257 | £5,031 | £6,579 |
| Aug 22nd 2025 - Sep 5th 2025 | - | £4,064 | £4,838 | £5,612 | £6,999 |
| Sep 5th 2025 - Oct 9th 2025 | £2,484 | £3,177 | £3,870 | £4,564 | £5,951 |
| Oct 9th 2025 - Oct 18th 2025 | £2,709 | £3,435 | £4,161 | £4,886 | £6,338 |
Please note that these prices/rates are a guide only and may not be correct at the current date. For an accurate quote, please enquire.
Reviews
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We will definitely return
The cottage and farmhouse combined were just perfect for our stay. We loved the decor and the log burners as well as the boutique style bedrooms. All bedrooms were en suite (although the downstairs bedroom only has a bath in the room but no shower). The lounge is comfortable and the host brought in an extra large dining table for our formal dining . We also loved the soft lamps and lovely prints and paintings around the cottage. The property feels very quiet and rural – we would definitely return
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Gorgeous
Absolutely gorgeous farmhouse.Was the perfect place for 2 large families on our annual Christmas holiday.The house is split into 2 which meant we were together but could also be separate when needed and it was very handy having 2 kitchens when cooking our Xmas dinner ! The house is very adequately stocked.Maybe a few more hangers in the wardrobes could be provided but other than this everything you need is there including bath robes for everybody which I thought was a lovely touch.The property is beautifully decorated especially the bedrooms.It was also decorated very beautifully for us for Xmas which was lovely as we have stayed in other places at Xmas and the decorations have been very poor.We would definitely return to Hurcott farmhouse and I can highly recommend it for a large family/friends get together.
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