Nestling in the folds of the Cam Valley, these Farm self catering cottages look out towards the surrounding countryside from the Mendip Hills down to the Somerset Coal Canal basin in the depths of the valley. The three cottages are at the heart of the Farm, a working dairy farm dating back to the 18th Century. The farm lies one mile from the village of Timsbury situated between Bath and Bristol. The cottages have been sympathetically restored from stone farm buildings to provide delightful accommodation for 21st century living. Original stone and joinery have been re-used where possible and traditional methods used to bring the buildings back to their former glory. The area is a great place to enjoy your holiday. From the grandeur of Bath to the delightful small villages to be discovered there are activities to keep everyone occupied. Many sports including golf, horse riding and swimming are available in the vicinity. Shopping in Bristol and Bath is close at hand and of course the historic legacies of both cities are open for all to explore.
All three cottages have a fully fitted kitchen area with oven/hob, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and microwave. You will find a digital TV and DVD player for your use in the living room. Heating is supplied by a wood burning stove and the luxury of underfloor heating throughout. The underfloor heating is fired by a geo-thermal heat pump providing eco-friendly energy. There is a private garden area to the rear of each property from where you can admire the views and relax. Garden chairs and a table are provided. The piggery building in the farm yard houses the laundry, sink, washing machine, tumble dryer and clothes airer.
The accommodation available is as follows:
Whippletree Cottage: was originally a barn store and now provides accommodation on two levels suitable for four guests in two double rooms. On the ground floor the entrance leads you into the living and kitchen/dining area where a matrix of beautiful green oak timbers support the roof above you. Stairs lead up to an open area and the main bedroom. From here you can enjoy views across the Cam Brook Valley. Downstairs, below the mezzanine floor you will find the second bedroom with twin beds or double bed. Next door is the shower room with walk in shower.
The Engine House: Originally providing stabling for our children's ponies, The Engine House has now been converted to a cosy studio suitable for two guests, although one settee in the living area can be opened up to become a double bed, providing sleeping accommodation for two extra guests. The bedroom is above on the mezzanine level and is accessed by a cast iron spiral staircase. The kitchen/dining room is on the ground floor and is open above to the ridge of the roof and its green oak rafters. The kitchen is fitted with an oven/hob, microwave and dishwasher. A step leads down to the living room area complete with digital TV and DVD player.
Wharfingers Cottage: was built originally as a milking parlour and now provides accommodation for two people. A well stone set in the back wall of the living room frames a round view across the fields. The settee in the living area can be opened up to become a double bed, providing sleeping accommodation for two extra guests. A corridor leads from here to the spacious bathroom with corner whirlpool bath large enough for two! Finally the bedroom with king sized bed and wonderful view of the exposed beams above or through the window to the Mendips.
