Amenity: Garden or backyard

TOPSIDE HOUSE

This beautiful period property dates back to the Strode-Barrington family who lived here in the 16th century.  It has been recently renovated to offer modern amenities in comfortable historic surroundings.  The drawing room offers a large socialising space with deep comfortable sofas, a games table, bar and additional seating.  There are a selection of board games, a games console, Netflix and other streaming services alongside the wireless broadband.  The bedrooms offer plenty of accommodation for up to 18 guests (2 additional guests can be accommodated on request) with 7 bedrooms, most boasting ensuite bathrooms.  The bedrooms offer such features as four poster beds, pearl inlay woodwork, intricate carved headboards and a log burner. The dining room offers seating for 14-18 guests around the large dining table with plenty of crockery and glassware for all.  The kitchen has an American style fridge freezer, a separate free standing drinks fridge, a dishwasher and electric cooker all fitted around the worktop manufactured from recycled glass bottles.   The 6 bathrooms have been recently updated with beautiful Calacatta marble and limestone alongside new fittings.  The leisure facilities offer something for everyone.  Whether it be the large premium hot tub with jets, fountains and waterfalls, or the games room with something for all ages.  This property offers the perfect place to celebrate with your friends and family.

About this space

Open the main front door into a stunning spacious hallway to access to all of the ground floor rooms. Featuring 7 bedrooms, kitchen with large fridges and dishwasher, dining room with large dining table and drawing room for entertaining, this has everything you would need for your country escape. In addition it has a lounge, games room and premium hot tub to offer comfort and enjoyment for all.

The drawing room is a generous 32m squared and offers a fireplace and beautiful large windows. The bedrooms feature tall ceilings, original features and beautiful furniture. The dining room has a large farmhouse dining table. The kitchen boasts an American style fridge and freezer, a separate drinks fridge, a dishwasher and electric oven.

The lounge is large and light, features an original fireplace and can be used as one of the bedrooms if required. The games room offers a good selection of games in addition to the games console and board games available in the drawing room. The garden is large and offers space for outdoor games to keep all of the family entertained.

The property is for your exclusive and private use during your stay.

Guest Access

You have your own private entrance which allows 24 hour check-in, we leave the key in a lock box (code supplied via email).

Interaction with Guests

We are available via call/text. We like to give our guests as much privacy as they like, therefore the keys are left in a secure location so you can check-in and check-out whenever you wish.

The Neighbourhood

Downside is located between Wells, the smallest city in England and the charming historic market town of Frome.  There is a huge array of local activities including Wookey Hole, Cheddar Gorge caves, Longleat Safari Park, museums, water based activities and much more. Wells is just over 10 mins away and has a huge amount to offer for any group of friends of family. Bath is around 25 minutes from the property (subject to traffic) and has an array of cultural sights and vibrant nightlife. Frome is 20 minutes away and offers access to a great selection of eateries, markets, parks, walled gardens and old cobbled streets.

Carphin House near St Andrews – Sleeps 18 with hot tub in Fife, Scotland

A 9 bedroom (8 bathroom) country mansion situated in 15 acres of stunning countryside near to St. Andrews. The property is for hire for exclusive use. A complete catering offering is also available, upon request.The venue has recently been acquired by new owners and is now available for new and old guests alike!

The space
The estate is within 40 minutes of Edinburgh airport and is close to many of the major golf courses in the region. The mansion is surrounded by hundreds of acres of rolling hills and woodlands, allowing easy access to all of the local sporting, walking, fishing and shooting amenities.The accommodation is superbly furnished and suitable for use as an executive venue, a luxury getaway or a rural retreat for family and friends.

Getting in:
Exclusive use of whole property

Extra bits:
Carphin House works with a Hot Tub rental company and can have a hot tub brought in on request. Please note that this will require a minimum of 4 weeks notice and will incur an additional cost of ?250 for a four-day stay.

Highleases Farm, Richmond, Yorkshire. with hot tub in North Yorkshire, England Central UK

Highleases Farm is a stunning house, beautifully decorated, set on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales above the historic market town of Richmond with spectacular views and surrounded by open countryside but also within walking distance of Richmond with all its amenities.The house has 9 bedrooms, with 3 of the bedrooms sleeping 4 guests in each and 7 bathrooms.

The space
Newly renovated with large open plan living areas with floor to ceiling windows, allowing light to flood in, and sliding glass doors opening out onto the surrounding terrace.Hot Tub Hire at additional cost. Please ask before booking as availability limited during summer season.The large contemporary space has wooden and stone floors throughout, underfloor heating and a spectacular spiral staircase in centre of the house leading up to bedrooms on the first and second floors.The sleek open plan kitchen/living area with silestone worktops and island, two electric ovens, induction hob, microwave, fridge, 2 freezers, 2 dishwashers, coffee machine, instant boiling tap and large oak dining room table. Large comfy sofas to relax in with wood burner, smart tv, piano and floor to ceiling windows the length of two walls make it a wonderful entertaining area.A glass door leads out from the kitchen onto the terrace with bbq and outdoor seating and table.The large Sitting room is in the centre of the house with gas log burner, grand piano and floor to ceiling windows with sliding doors along one wall leading out onto the surrounding terrace with outdoor seating and stunning views over the Yorkshire Dales.There are 8 bedrooms in the main house and a ground floor annex across the courtyard providing accommodation for four guests.

Getting in:
Guests can access everywhere.No access to lawn due sudden drop below the house as sudden drop.

Extra bits:
If you would like to hire a hot tub for your stay please enquire.

Great Holiday Villa family friendly SkipnessArgyll with hot tub in Skipness, Scotland

Large Luxury Coastal Holiday Rental House Ideal for multiple generations or groups of friends wishing to get away together forshort country breaks, weekends or weeks.Natural materials, bespoke craftsmanship and fine antique furniture.Come here to relax in great living spaces and exquisite private rooms with stunning views.

The space
BedroomsPick your bedroom – choose from downstairs, accessible, sea view, walk in Matki showers8 Bedrooms – 4 double, 4 twin, sofabed 8 Bathrooms – 7 ensuite – 8th Bedroom has Large Family Bathroom not ensuiteSleeps 18Great living spacesRelax, play, cook, read or sun batheLarge games room with snooker table, table tennis, darts and table footballCooks kitchen with Rosieres and Aga rangesDining for up to 22Conservatory Sun Room OrangeryCard room with gamesTV DVD room with DVDs – Yamaha MultiRoom Bluetooth Internet and CD Music SystemLibrary with book collectionOutside Huge deck area, with stunning views of Arran, hot tub and David Austin Rose garden. Hot tub costs ?250 per week or ?210 weekend

Getting in:
Suleskerry becomes your own Private Villa

Extra bits:
Hot Tub Jacuzzi available on request at cost of ?250 per week and ?210 Weekend. This cost includes Rental, Electric Chemicals and the cost of cleaning down the entire system between guests and changing all water and chemicals , rebalancing and preparing the Hot Tub for you. The Hot Tub has inline chlorination but we require guests to monitor both pH and Chlorine at the start and end of each days bathing. Guests must agree to abide by the Hot Tub rules and to adjust pH and Chlorine as testing requires.

Combined Farmhouse and Barns with hot tub in Diptford, England South West

DOG FRIENDLY & RURALBeautiful Victorian Farmhouse and Converted Barn in a secluded valley in the heart of the stunning South Hams, Devon. A great property for big family holidays and getting away with friends, but with room to breathe!Traditional / mixed furnishings sit alongside contemporary facilities to make for a comfortable and luxurious stay. The Games Room and hot tub makes for a great hang out too.Each property has its own private gardens as well as 70 acres of land to explore.

The space
THE GREAT OUTDOORSAs well as walks closer to Fletchers the South Devon Coast offers miles of glorious walking with superb views and plenty to see. To the north and only 10 minutes by car is the Dartmoor National Park with 365 square miles of moor, streams, rivers and forest. High granite tors, prehistoric remains and enchanting hamlets and villages make Dartmoor a very special place.FOR CHILDRENWithin 20 minutes drive are the Woodlands Adventure park, the Pennywell Farm and adventure park, the River Dart adventure park and numerous smaller attractions for sunny and not so sunny days.GARDENSThere are half a dozen National Trust properties and gardens within easy reach of Fletchers and a day trip away are the RHS gardens at Rosemoor, the world famous Eden Project and the Lost gardens of Heligan. During the summer months there are many private gardens open as part of the National Gardens Scheme. Look for the yellow signs.TOWNSTotnes is the nearest town to Fletchers, famous for it’s eclectic and alternative lifestyle but with a great range of independent shops and a refreshing lack of chain stores. Its Norman castle, medieval Guildhall and many Elizabethan buildings stretch down to the River Dart. Lively and different Totnes has a twice weekly market and a great selection of bars, cafes and pubs with regular live music. Nearby at Dartington is the famous hall, gardens and arts centre as well as the Cider Press craft and shopping centre.Dartmouth at the mouth of the River Dart is the place for boats large and small with a good range of shops, pubs and restaurants. The castle, museum and the famous Britannia Royal Naval College are all worth a visit.Kingsbridge at the head of its estuary is a good stopping off point on the way to the beaches of the south and west coast of the South Hams while Salcombe is a mecca for sailors. To the north the Dartmoor gateway towns of South Brent, Buckfastleigh (with its famous abbey) and Ashburton are worth a visit before climbing up to the moor itself. The Torbay towns of Torquay, Paignton and Brixham offer everything from shopping and sailing to the bucket and spade beach delights of Paignton and the fishing port of Brixham.For city life Exeter and Plymouth are both 40 minutes by car.SPORTSailing and Watersports are to the fore in the South Hams with facilities for boat hire and launching at Totnes, Dittisham, Dartmouth, Salcombe and Torbay. Canoeing, kayaking, diving and sea and coarse fishing are all readily available. There are 6 Golf courses within easy reach with tennis at Totnes and Blackawton, horseriding at Broadhempston and on Dartmoor, rock climbing at Buckfastleigh and on Dartmoor, surfing at Bigbury, horse racing at Newton Abbot and Exeter, football at Exeter, Plymouth and Torquay and Rugby at Exeter. Swimming pools are in Totnes, Dartmouth, Kingsbridge and Torquay. Also swimming in the sea of course! Boat trips varying from 12 seater canoe adventures to large pleasure boats and nature watching or fishing trips start from many centres in the area. Steam trains run from Totnes and Kingswear.

Getting in:
Guests are able to walk through the nearby fields and streams as it’s owned by Fletchers Combe (70 acres). However, please bear in mind that we rear livestock so make sure to close gates behind you and don’t harm the animals!

Extra bits:
Dog friendly neighbourhood with a pond to swim and fields to run around.

Private 5 star luxury country estate for 30 guests with hot tub in Sutton on the Hill, England Central UK

Church View Farm offers peace and quiet in the beautiful countryside of Derbyshire, just a short drive from the Peak District. Tucked away down a private track, it feels like a world of your own where you can truly unwind and leave the stresses of life behind. there are 18 acres to stroll around at your leisure, 3 large hot tubs with built in Bluetooth, Large sauna, pool table,professional poker table,Full sky package sonos speakers a great place to get together for all occasions.

The space
Church View Retreat currently has three properties for holidays and short breaks; The Retreat sleeps 15, Bumblebee Barn sleeps 11 people in 4 bedrooms, and Butterpot Cottage is a cosy retreat for up to 4. The properties can be booked together or as separate lets to sleep a max of 30 guests making it ideal for Large get together family holidays, gatherings of friends, hen weekends and corporate breaks. All 3 properties have their own hot tubs with Bluetooth speakers , and inside have been beautifully designed with the rustic character enhanced by solid oak latch and brace doors, original ceiling beams, log burners and roll top baths. There is limestone or slate flooring in the whole property, underfloor heating throughout and all the high quality comforts you need for a relaxing break.Book a personal Chef for your special occasion Spa Treatment can be booked at Church View during your stay.Cocktail making lessonsAfternoon TeaButlers in the buffBeyonce dance lessonsPlease enquiry for more details on how to book.

Getting in:
The Retreat, Bumble bee and Butterpot cottage have use of the court yard for parking only.

Extra bits:
You will be able to collect fresh eggs from our on site chickens, use of our orchard during the summer months. Bike hire on request for the use in the beautiful surroundings

Fabulous farm with hot tubs & sauna in Corsham, Wiltshire South West

Fabulous farm with hot tubs & sauna and a stunning view towards the City of Bath.Stylish and versatile largely en-suite accommodation set around a traditional courtyard with parking.

The space
Our farm is located in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and has exceptional views. The farmhouse has a large and very well-equipped kitchen, with 4-oven Aga, large electric oven, gas hobs, and many appliances. There are a choice of dining areas and a big TV room. Large outdoor pizza oven. The entire farm is heated by a biomass boiler so warmth and comfort are guaranteed. We are fully-licensed and even have The Cheerful Tortoise, our micropub, which we could open by request for your visit!

Getting in:
Guests will have exclusive use of the Farmhouse, accommodation and gardens

The Towers Sleeps 20 a harbourmaster’s villa. with hot tub in Llanfairfechan, Wales Central UK

This is a house for 20+ people just 25 yards from the beach. It is great for families and big groups. Whether you’re here for the adrenalin buzz; walk the coastal path; cycle to castles, watch the seals, porpoises & puffins or simply find an oasis of calm in a mad world, consider staying with us.

The space
Our Tower with a fantastic view across the straits to Anglesey and Puffin Island. Most of our bedrooms have a thought through theme, connecting them to their view. Everyone who comes to stay says “wow” but it is the mural on the vaulted ceiling that seems to create the biggest jaw drops. The kitchen is equipped to cater for large groups with all the cutlery, crockery and utensils that you should need.

Getting in:
Everything apart from the housekeeper’s cottage, the garages and the shed.

Extra bits:
We have a large garden and garden games. Within a 5 minute walk there are tennis courts, a kiddies paddling pool and play area, a boating lake and of course the sea with a large sandy beach. Please note we hire in the hot tub, there is an extra charge for this and it depends on the length of your stay.

Dorset Country Retreat,6 Acres, Hot tub,Games room in Winterborne Kingston, England South West

Located between Dorchester & Bournemouth in Winterborne Kingston, Abbots Court rural retreat has been described by The Guardian as “A luxurious but un-stuffy country retreat”.A Victorian house offering 7 luxurious en-suite bedrooms with a self contained 2 bedroom studio (great for teens) & huge country kitchen.Chesterfield sofas, roaring fires, extensive grounds, hot tub & BBQ area make it the perfect midweek escape or weekend retreat & the local pub/shop is just down the road in the village.

The space
Set alone in 6 acres of lawn and woodland offering total seclusion from the outside world, the whole place is yours exclusively from start to finish.As you enter the house you are met with a stunning sweeping staircase taking you up to the first floor. Six beautiful bedrooms decorated in modern Farrow & Ball, all with private en suite bathrooms, luxurious bedding and stunning views.Bedrooms 5 & 6 can also be used as inter-connecting- perfect if you have younger children staying.For the older teens, the second floor is ideal with its self contained kitchenette, lounge, 2 bedrooms and large bathroom.There is one ground floor bedroom- ideal for those who would rather not have to climb stairs…The lounge boasts large chesterfield sofas with a roaring fire and doors out onto the patio and grounds.Moving to the Dining room with enough seating for all your guests you can make this room as grand or casual as you desire….Why not have pre or after dinner drinks in your own lounge bar, also with open fire, decorated in vivid colours with an impressive collection of gin bottles…The large open plan country kitchen with butler sink, double fridge, kitchen table and breakfast bar has everything you need during your stay…Private games room with pool table, dart board and fruit machine is the perfect escape for some fun with the piece de resistance being the hot tub cleverly located in the central courtyard in the middle of the house….With acres of woodland, BBQ and outside seating we think we have thought of everything for the perfect rural getaway…

Getting in:
Once you arrive at the retreat the house is exclusively yours for the duration of your stay!

The Victorian Barn with Swimming Pool & Hot Tub in South West Dorset UK

Set in 65 acres of picturesque countryside, our self-catering accommodation boasts beautiful barn conversions, cottages and lodges nestled in the heart of wonderful Dorset. Perfect for any occasion, from mini-breaks, to family holidays, within easy drive of the historic Jurassic Coast.Leisure facilities include an indoor heated pool with daily private hire sessions, games room, activity suite, fishing lakes and an outdoor play area. Plus super-fast Wi-Fi & Private Hot Tub.

The space
Victoria & Albert plus Helena.Victoria & Albert (Sleeps 10 ?? 14) On the First Floor:1 x ensuite king bedroom (2 guests) 1 x king bedroom with whirlpool bathroom (2 guests)2 x ensuite double + single bedded rooms (3 guests in each bedroom)KitchenSpacious lounge and dining room with wall mounted TVOn the Ground Floor:KitchenSpacious Bar/ lounge/ dining room with wall mounted TVAdditional lounge with 2 deluxe double sofa bed (for up to 4 guests)BathroomUnder stairs cupboardPrivate Lobby area leading to Helena HouseHelena (Sleeps 8) On the First Floor:2 x king ensuite bedrooms (2 guests each)2 x twin ensuite bedrooms (2 guests each)On the Ground Floor:KitchenSpacious lounge with 50″ SMART TVWCUnder stairs cupboardOutside Hot TubThe spacious linking accommodation can sleep 18 – 22 guests for holidays, short breaks & special occasions.The stunning properties offer fantastic socialising and dining areas, perfect for large families or groups of friends.The properties link via a private hall way.The outside space includes patios, garden furniture and a Hot Tub for your sole use and enjoyment!There is ample onsite safe parking.There is lots of outside space (patios & gardens) perfect for Al fresco dining, games & enjoying the sunshine.

Getting in:
FACILITIESHand sanitiser is located at the entrances to all communal areas. Please ensure you use this before entering the facilities.The facilities will not be available on your arrival or departure days (usually Mondays & Fridays) to allow for extra cleaning.POOLThe pool will be operated on a rota system of one household per session. The pool is offered with private use to our guests. The sessions are booked via a calendar link provided prior to arrival. HOT TUB – 8 am – 11 pmThe hot tub is emptied, cleaned and refilled after every stay so it may not be at the required temperature when you first arrive. The hot tub will not be available to use on your departure day. GAMES ROOM – 8 am – 10 pmOnly one household is permitted at any one time.Please limit your session to an hour maximum.ACTIVITY SUITE – 8 am – 10 pmOnly one household is permitted at any one time.Please limit your session to an hour maximum.Please bring your own rackets for Badminton & Table TennisPLAY AREAMore than one household may use the play area at any one time.Please ensure social distancing is followed.FISHING LAKESMore than one household may use the lakes at any one time.If fishing please use the marked swims provided.Please ensure social distancing is followed.

Extra bits:
**Towels are not provided** Please provide your own.Included in your stay is electricity, heating, super-fast Wi-Fi and use of our onsite leisure facilities.The games room offers a pool table, football table and quiz machine. Coin operated 50p per game.