A unique opportunity to savour the timeless charm and tranquility of the Somerset countryside, by staying in this immaculately presented truly amazing place!
Set in stunningly attractive gardens and grounds, it provides you with a quiet location, easily accessible to enough places to provide you with somewhere new to explore each day of your holiday.
The house welcomes all,. from couples( the self- contained barn), to families and groups, walkers, cyclists & countryside lovers.
The accommodation benefits from a large, inviting living room with a log burner and great views of the gardens.
The Verandah is a wonderful place to enjoy your morning coffee and an al fresco dining area !
There are numerous toys to keep you amused during your stay, a hot tub, trampoline, hammock, croquet , badminton net , boules set, giant Jenga
In winter months ,the aga gives the kitchen/breakfast room a warm welcoming space with a lovely dining area.
Through winter you can see the flocks of starlings, a must see!
Evenings can be pleasantly spent in the comfort of the house or at a local country pub.
There are many eating venues , takeaway’s and restaurants close by, and a wide range of shops in Langport and Somerton, offering local produce and antiquities.
Somerset has so many surprises waiting to be unwrapped by the inquisitive visitor and your stay will give you the experience of many special places of interest . There are miles of country walks and bike rides in this historical and magical area.
We offer the option of further accommodation in the converted barn, adjacent to the house.
We aim to make your stay as lovely as possible, and hope that it is a comfortable and memorable stay.
LOCAL ATTRACTIONS & PLACES OF INTEREST
Bath & the Roman baths
Barrington Court ,a charming Tudor Manor
Burrow Mump
Cider making tours
Clark’s Shopping Village
Cheddar Gorge and Caves
Dunster Castle and working water mill
Exmoor National Park
Forde Abbey & gardens
Glastonbury Tor and Abbey
Glastonbury Shopping village
Ham Wall nature reserve
Haynes International Motor Museum
Hestercombe House & gardens
Jurassic coast & Lyme Regis
Lavender farm in Faukland
Longleat safari park
Montacute House & gardens
The Newt Estate & gardens
Noah’s Ark Zoo Farm
Wells Cathedral, Bishops Palace & gardens
West Somerset Steam railway
Wookey Hole caves
Yeovilton Fleet Air Arm Museum
Bicycles can be hired locally at Parrett Trail Bikes ,
Canoes and kayaks can be hired from Langport Boat Hire Centre
It’s a fun place to stay!
A great area for bicycling, walking, birdwatching, fishing or just chilling out!
We can help with organising extras that can make your special stay even more special:
- We can take delivery of and unpack an online shop you
- Recommend photographers who will come to the Quackery to capture special moments
- Archery and clay pigeon shooting
- Pampering - bring spa quality holistic massage and beauty treatments to you at the Quackery
- Horse riding lessons
Beware, there are several ponds and a stream nearby, so all the normal risks with young children apply.
Bedding, sheets, pillowcases, and duvets are all provided but we do not provide towels.Therefore guests must bring their own towels.
