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The Old School Rooms

The Old School Rooms is situated in the picturesque village of Box and is within easy reach of the World Heritage city of Bath, 6 miles away. This spacious apartment is positioned on the ground floor of a beautiful Georgian family residence, providing accommodation for up to 12 guests: the perfect hub for families and groups exploring the endless list of local attractions.

About this space

Upon entering you will be greeted by a recently refurbished, fully equipped kitchen, complete with marble flooring, a large 5 burner range cooker, dishwasher and washing machine. To the left of the kitchen is a very generous open-plan lounge and dining room measuring 4 x 10 metres: an impressive, flexible space that boasts plenty of traditional features. There are three comfy sofas, which are also sofa beds, a large dining table, a flat screen television, a sound system, a pool table, a blackboard and board games.

Sleeping arrangements

There are 3 bedrooms and 3 sofa beds, sleeping up to 12 guests: 1 twin room with en suite, 2 double rooms with en suite, and 3 double sofa beds in the main living area.

Outside space

There is an alfresco dining area at the front of the property, a perfect spot for afternoon tea or a barbecue. A barbecue and gas can be supplied on request.

Please note that use of the swimming pool and hot tub is not included with The Old School Rooms. If you would like the pool and hot tub, please book The New School Rooms instead.

Guest access

You have your own private entrance and 24 hour check-in: the key is left in a lock box, with the code supplied by email. Early check-in and late check-out can on occasion be accommodated, chargeable at the same hourly rate as your stay.

Parking and travel

There is free parking available on site, and buses run to Bath or Chippenham up to 4 times per hour.

There is a 7.4kW Type 2 electric vehicle charger at the property, available through the CoCharger app, where its availability and charges are published.

The New School Rooms

The New School Rooms is situated in the picturesque village of Box and is within easy reach of the World Heritage city of Bath, 6 miles away. This spacious apartment is positioned on the ground floor of a beautiful Georgian family residence, providing accommodation for up to 12 guests, and includes exclusive use of the heated swimming pool and premium hot tub: the perfect hub for families and groups looking to relax by the pool or explore the endless list of local attractions.

About this space

Upon entering you will be greeted by a recently refurbished, fully equipped kitchen, complete with marble flooring, a large 5 burner range cooker, dishwasher and washing machine. To the left of the kitchen is a very generous open-plan lounge and dining room measuring 4 x 10 metres: an impressive, flexible space that boasts plenty of traditional features. There are three comfy sofas, which are also sofa beds, a large dining table, a flat screen television, a sound system, a pool table, a blackboard and board games.

Sleeping arrangements

There are 3 bedrooms and 3 sofa beds, sleeping up to 12 guests: 1 twin room with en suite, 2 double rooms with en suite, and 3 double sofa beds in the main living area.

Pool, hot tub and outside space

The private heated swimming pool, premium hot tub and Mediterranean style terrace create a social haven with something for everyone to enjoy. These facilities are located 20 metres across the courtyard from the apartment and are for your exclusive and private use during your stay.

There is also an alfresco dining area at the front of the property, a perfect spot for afternoon tea or a barbecue. A barbecue and gas can be supplied on request.

The swimming pool is open from April to November and the hot tub is open all year round. The outdoor areas close at 9pm. Out of respect for our neighbours we ask that you refrain from playing music outside; speakers are provided inside which can be used until midnight, after which we ask that noise is kept to a minimum.

Guest access

You have your own private entrance and 24 hour check-in: the key is left in a lock box, with the code supplied by email. Early check-in and late check-out can on occasion be accommodated, chargeable at the same hourly rate as your stay.

Parking and travel

There is free parking available on site, and buses run to Bath or Chippenham up to 4 times per hour.

There is a 7.4kW Type 2 electric vehicle charger at the property, available through the CoCharger app, where its availability and charges are published.

The School Rooms Estate

The School Rooms Estate is situated in the picturesque village of Box and is within easy reach of the World Heritage city of Bath, 6 miles away. Providing accommodation for up to 20 guests, it is the perfect hub for families and groups looking to relax by the pool or explore the endless list of local attractions. The main apartment is positioned on the ground floor of a beautiful Georgian family residence and sleeps up to 12 guests, alongside two self-contained lodges sleeping up to 4 guests in each.

About this space

Upon entering The School Rooms you will be greeted by a recently refurbished, fully equipped kitchen, complete with marble flooring, a large 5 burner range cooker, dishwasher and washing machine. To the left of the kitchen is a very generous open-plan lounge and dining room measuring 4 x 10 metres: an impressive, flexible space that boasts plenty of traditional features. There are three comfy sofas, which are also sofa beds, a large dining table, a flat screen television, a sound system, a pool table, a blackboard and board games.

Sleeping arrangements

Main apartment: 3 bedrooms and 3 sofa beds, sleeping 12. One twin room with en suite, two double rooms with en suite, and three double sofa beds in the main living area.

Two separate lodges: studio apartments with kitchenette and en suite, sleeping 4 in each, with a double bed and a sofa bed.

Pool, hot tub and outside space

The heated swimming pool, hot tub and Mediterranean style terrace create a social haven with something for everyone to enjoy. These facilities are conveniently located between The School Rooms and The Lodges and are for your exclusive use.

There is an alfresco dining area at the front of The School Rooms, a perfect spot for afternoon tea or a barbecue. A barbecue and gas can be supplied on request.

The swimming pool is open from April to November and the hot tub is open all year round. The outdoor areas close at 9pm. Out of respect for our neighbours we ask that you refrain from playing music outside; speakers are provided inside which can be used until midnight, after which we ask that noise is kept to a minimum.

Guest access

You have your own private entrance which allows 24 hour check-in: the key is left in a lock box, with the code supplied by email. Early check-in and late check-out can on occasion be accommodated, chargeable at the same hourly rate as your stay.

Parking and travel

There is free parking available on site, and buses run to Bath or Chippenham up to 4 times per hour.

There is a 7.4kW Type 2 electric vehicle charger at the property, available through the CoCharger app, where its availability and charges are published.

Upside Lodge

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 a lounge with wood burner, two upstairs bedrooms, two bathrooms and modern amenities in comfortable historic surroundings.

About this space

The lounge offers a beautiful stone fireplace with wood burner, enjoyed from the comfort of the sofa. The dining area has a table seating up to 6. The kitchen has a granite worktop hosting a dishwasher, double electric oven and hob, as well as a fridge freezer.

There are two bedrooms upstairs. The first has a king sized bed and a single, with a view of the garden. The second has a four poster bed, another single bed and its own en suite in Calacatta tumbled marble with new fittings. The main bathroom has been recently updated with Manhattan polished marble and a Jerusalem bone limestone floor, alongside brass fittings and a heated towel rail.

There is a patio area with a dining table, chairs, gas barbecue and ambient lighting, and a small area of grassed garden with views over the surrounding countryside. The property is for your exclusive and private use during your stay. There is an attached property with shared parking, so we ask that guests park considerately.

Guest access

You have your own private entrance which allows 24 hour check-in: the key is left in a lock box, with the code supplied by email.

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 and water based activities. Wells is just over 10 minutes away, Frome is 20 minutes away and offers a great selection of eateries, markets, parks, walled gardens and old cobbled streets, and Bath is around 25 minutes from the property subject to traffic.

Getting around

There is free parking at the property.

There is a 7.4kW Type 2 electric vehicle charger at the property, available through the CoCharger app, where its availability and charges are published.

The Lodge

The Lodge is located 4 miles from Bath in the beautiful village of Box, offering its own private entrance, wireless internet and a large double bed. The fully equipped kitchen has a gas hob and oven, fridge, toaster, microwave, kettle and utensils. There is a dining area and a seating area with a chaise sofa that pulls out to a sofa bed for 2 extra guests. The natural slate and marble bathroom has a power shower, toilet, sink and mirror. Free WiFi and a flat screen television with FreeView are included, along with complimentary slippers, and there is parking on site just outside the accommodation.

About this space

Your own private kitchen is fitted with an oven, microwave, hob, fridge, cutlery and crockery and a dining table. The natural stone bathroom is well appointed. The living area has a comfortable sofa and a FreeView television, and free high speed internet is included.

The Lodge sleeps up to 4 guests: a large double bed, plus a sofa bed in the living area for 2 extra guests.

Guest access

You have your own private entrance and can check in at any time using the lock box, with the code supplied by email. Early check-in and late check-out can be offered subject to availability, and you are welcome to leave your car or baggage before or after your stay even when they are not available.

The neighbourhood

Box has plenty to offer, with an Indian restaurant just 100m away, three pubs all serving good food and a wide array of small convenience shops. It is a great base for exploring the surrounding Cotswolds countryside, and for visiting Lacock, Badminton, Bath and Bristol.

Getting around

Parking is right outside. Buses run regularly into Bath, up to 4 per hour taking 15-20 minutes, and to Chippenham, up to 3 per hour taking 30 minutes. Timetables are provided and a parking map for Bath is available.

There is a 7.4kW Type 2 electric vehicle charger at the property, available through the CoCharger app, where its availability and charges are published.

The Coach House

The Coach House is just 4 miles from Bath in the beautiful village of Box. It has its own private entrance, a large bed and free WiFi. The kitchen and dining area is fitted with an oven, hob, microwave, kettle, toaster, fridge and utensils. The seating area has a sofa bed, for 2 extra guests, and a television with FreeView and DVD player. The marble bathroom has a sink, toilet and power shower, and complimentary slippers are provided. There is an outdoor seating area and private use of a small garden, with free parking on site.

About this space

Your own private kitchen area is fitted with an oven, microwave, hob, fridge and cutlery and crockery, alongside a dining table, a marble bathroom and a living area with television. Free WiFi is included.

The Coach House sleeps up to 4 guests: a large bed, plus a sofa bed in the living area for 2 extra guests.

Guest access

You have your own private entrance and 24 hour check-in: the key is left in a lock box, with the code supplied by email. Early check-in and late check-out can be offered subject to availability, and you are welcome to leave your car or baggage before or after your stay even when they are not available.

The neighbourhood

Box has plenty to offer, with an Indian restaurant just 100m away, three pubs all serving good food and a wide array of small convenience shops. It is a great base for exploring the surrounding Cotswolds countryside, and for visiting Lacock, Badminton, Bath and Bristol.

Getting around

Parking is right outside. Buses run regularly into Bath, up to 4 per hour taking 15-20 minutes, and to Chippenham, up to 3 per hour taking 30 minutes. Timetables are provided and a parking map for Bath is available.

There is a 7.4kW Type 2 electric vehicle charger at the property, available through the CoCharger app, where its availability and charges are published.

UPSIDE HOUSE – sleeps 14 with hot tub near Bath, Somerset

Upside house is the main part of Topside House (Please see our other property listing). It offers fewer bedrooms, bathrooms and indoor/outdoor space but is still suitable for up to 14 guests. The 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 accommodation for up to 14 guests with 5 bedrooms.  The bedrooms offer such features as four poster beds, pearl inlay woodwork, intricate carved headboards and a log burner. The dining room offers seating 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 4 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 5 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, there is an attached property with shared parking so we ask that guests park considerately.

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.

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.

The Firs and Marshlands – sleeps up to 31 with hot tub in Sudbourne, England North

Sleeping up to 31 in 13 rooms, The Firs and Marshlands are the perfect next door neighbours for a large party looking for a secluded getaway in the heart of Suffolk’s Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Offering stunning countryside views The Firs and Marshlands are situated only minutes from the beautiful coastal village of Orford and a short drive from Shingle street, Bawdsey and Southwold beaches.ORFORD 3 miSNAPE 5 miALDEBURGH 12 miWOODBRIDGE 12 miSOUTHWOLD 26 miExperienced host!

The space
Whatever the reason for your stay, The Firs and Marshlands have something for everyone: two hot tubs, two large, modern and fully equipped kitchens with a large range cookers, (making for easy group catering); four large reception rooms at the including dining tables with space for everyone to eat together, family sitting rooms and a drawing room (Firs) with games. Both houses have games rooms and hot tubs!Sleeping accommodation at the Firs is in the 5 upstairs bedrooms, with the option to have two additional guests to stay on the sofa bed in the drawing room – this set-up is also very convenient for those guests who require a wheelchair, or others who struggle with stairs. At Marshlands the are 7 ensuite bedrooms sleeping 16 guests. Some of the bedrooms have link-beds for flexibility (can be either a superking bed, or two singles).Between the two houses, there are 10 bathrooms plus two downstairs loos.Outside there’s plenty of space for children to run around, extensive decking areas outside with dining furniture for all, and two fabulous hot tubs!Whatever your occasion, you will not be disappointed booking The Firs and Marshlands.Beds: Firs:Room1: Superking link bed and a bunkbed (4 persons). En suite shower and toilet. *Room 2: Superking link bed and a single bed (3 persons). En suite shower room and toilet. *Room3: King size bed (2 persons).Room4: King size bed (2 persons).Room 5: King size bed (2 persons).Drawing Room: Sofa bed (2 persons).Total: 15 bed spaces. * Link beds can be split to make two single beds. Additional (single) bedding is provided in the rooms.Marshlands: rag Pit: Two single beds (2 persons)?Black Walk: Two single beds and a bunkbed (4 persons)?Badger Pit: Two single beds (2 persons)?Longdrift: King size bed (2 persons)?Oak Hill: King size bed (2 persons)?Lamberts: King size bed (2 persons)?Total: 16 bed spaces.

Getting in:
Use of the whole house and hot tub.

Extra bits:
There are exceptional facilities for walkers, cyclists and fishermen. The firs offers fantastic walks, boat trips, sailing, golf, fishing and forest tracks. Part of the Heritage coast and convenient for Orford, Snape Concert Hall, Aldeburgh, Sutton Hoo, RSPB reserves, activities, history, restaurants and country markets.All 2-night weekend bookings are from Friday to Sunday. If you would like to book Saturday to Monday this will be charged at a higher rate than advertised to compensate this.