Begun at least as early as 1320, though much altered by later generations of owners, particularly the Elton family, who took over in 1709. Medieval hall, mullioned windows, hanging chapel.
Tickenham Road,
Clevedon,
Somerset,
England,
BS21 6QU
An Elizabethan manor house built in 1584 by Sir George Sydenham, located in a secluded setting in a quiet Exmoor valley. The house was rebuilt and slightly reduced in size in 1660. The manor is approached through a medieval gateway, and the interior features mementoes associated with Sir Francis Drake, who married Sydenham's daughter.
Monksilver,
Taunton,
Somerset,
England,
TA4 4JG
13th century gatehouse remains of original structure, augmented by 17th and 19th century additions and remodelling. Dunster Castle holds a prominent hilltop position overlooking Exmoor and the Bristol Channel. Terraced gardens.
Dunster,
Minehead,
Somerset,
England,
TA24 6SL
A medieval manor house and the family home of the Acland-Hood family for over 8 centuries, Fairfield has its roots back in the 12th century. The first manor was built as early as 1166. In 1446 William Verney was granted a license to fortify the manor, enclosing it within a stone wall with guard towers.
Stogursey,
Bridgwater,
Somerset,
England,
TA5 1PU
Former monastic house, expanded by one of Cromwell's aides in 1649, set in beautiful gardens (see listing in the Gardens section.
Chard,
Somerset,
England,
TA20 4LU
A delightful small manor on the outskirts of Bristol, built in 1710 by Sir John Vanbrugh, architect of Blenheim Palace and Castle Howard, for Edward Southwell. Vanbrugh's design replaced a smaller 16th century house on the site. The house is set in 28 acres of parkland.
Kings Weston Lane,
Kings Weston Bristol,
Somerset,
England,
BS11 0UR
The oldest part of Lytes Cary is the chapel, which dates to the 14th century. The 15th century saw the construction of the Great Hall, and major additions were made in the 16th. Fallen derelict in the 20th century, the house was restored by Sir Walter Jenner.
Charlton Mackrell,
Somerton,
Somerset,
England,
TA11 7HU
E-shaped Elizabethan mansion built of warm Ham Hill stone. Sparse furnishings, but the long gallery (172 feet) houses over 100 portraits from the National Portrait Gallery. Marvellous Tudor exterior, including the west front, which was imported whole from another Tudor house in the 18th century.
Montacute,
Somerset,
England,
TA15 6XP
Tyntesfield is undergoing the exciting process of restoration and development. 1864 Gothic Revival mansion houses impressive collection of Victorian decorative arts and a private chapel. Working kitchen garden and formal gardens on 500-acre estate..
Wraxall,
Somerset,
England,
BS48 1NT
Comfortable sitting room with dining area and electric fire. Kitchen. Shower room/WC. First floor: Double bedroom. Twin bedded room. Single bedroom. more >> Sleeps 5
This very comfortable cottage enjoys lovely views of open countryside. Open plan sitting/dining room with wood burning stove leading to well equipped kitchen. Twin bedded … more >> Sleeps 6
The Mendip House Hotel is situated in 3 1/2 acres of its own landscaped gardens overlooking the Mendip Hills. The hotel is ideally located for guests to visit Bath, Wells, Longleat, Cheddar Gorge and many other places of interest. All bedrooms are spacious and well equipped with satellite TV, telephone … more >>
Located by junction 25 of the M5 motorway, this Travelodge provides contemporary quality accommodation and an ideal base for exploring the surrounding attractions and countryside. Spacious en-suite rooms, TV in every room, tea and coffee making facilities and free parking, make Travelodges terrific value. more >>
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