Part of the Somerset Travel Guide on Britain Express, highlighting attractions, heritage, and tourism information.
|
Historic Hotel Accommodation in Axbridge, Somerset Part of the Somerset Travel Guide on Britain Express, highlighting attractions, heritage, and tourism information. |
|||
|
||||
|
|
Compton HouseA Historic Hotel in Axbridge, SomersetTownsend Axbridge Somerset England BS26 2AJ
Accommodation
Description:
From: £80.00 Compton House is a charming Grade 2 Listed Georgian House located at the edge of historic Axbridge with great views across the Somerset Levels. Perfect for overnight accommodation, holiday breaks, private functions and house parties. Licensed for Weddings and all Civil Ceremonies Robert and Patricia welcome you to stay as house guests in their charming Georgian country house, situated at the foot of the Mendips, with captivating views across the Somerset Levels and within walking distance of medieval Axbridge. This Grade 2 listed house, parts of which date back to medieval times, offers you the informal elegance of a historic Somerset manor house with the comfort, homely atmosphere and friendly hospitality that keeps guests coming back. Compton House was originally the family home of playwright Christopher Fry's great, great grandparents and the house remains much as it was in the seventeenth century with its mullioned windows, flag stones and original fireplaces You can stay in one of the well appointed five bedrooms, each with its own unique character; enjoy a relaxing, sunny Drawing Room, dine in an elegant Dining Room and catch the sun on a south facing terrace overlooking extensive lawns. Compton House has private dining facilities and Patricia, who cooks privately for you, bases her menus on seasonal, locally sourced West Country and Fair Trade produce flavoured with her garden herbs and Robert enjoys tempting you with an array of fine wines, local ciders and beers. The shops, Pharmacy, Churches, Hairdressers and the local pubs and restaurant are all within a short walk of the house and there is also a Community Cinema - Roxy Compton House is available for house parties, business events, wedding ceremonies, private receptions and parties as well as for private guests and is the perfect place to stay to explore Somerset and the West Country. Accommodation Rating:
Room Facilities Amenities Parking Business Facilities Dining Facilities Meals Child Facilities Pet Policy Map
is based on address information supplied by the property and should be used only as a guide. Get Directions on Google maps Great
for holiday planning
Heritage Rated from 1- 5 (low-exceptional) on historic interest
 King John's Hunting Lodge King John's Hunting Lodge -
0.4 miles (Museum) Ashton Windmill -
2.8 miles (Historic Building) Puxton, Holy Saviour Church -
5.5 miles (Historic Church) Brent Knoll Church -
6.1 miles (Historic Church) Uphill, St Nicholas Church -
7 miles (Historic Church) Peat Moors Centre -
7.9 miles (Museum) Meare Fish House -
8.1 miles (Historic Building) Brockley, St Nicholas Church -
8.1 miles (Historic Church) Burcott Mill -
8.1 miles (Historic Building) Milton Lodge Gardens -
8.8 miles (Garden) Nearby Towns & Villages to Visit Wells -
9.4 miles away Glastonbury -
10.7 miles away Bristol -
15.3 miles away Somerton -
16.6 miles away Bath -
20.7 miles away Bradford-on-Avon -
25.7 miles away Sherborne -
26.8 miles away Bradford Abbas -
27.7 miles away UK Hotels |
|
HISTORY CORNERName the Historic attractionBritish Heritage AwardsCelebrate the best of British Heritage in our annual British History QuizThis conflict between King John and his most powerful nobles resulted in the signing of the Magna Carta in 1215 This Day in British History25 May, 1659 Richard Cromwell resigns Oliver Cromwell's son and heir paves the way for Restoration of the Monarchy Monarch Mayhem |
4
