Guests say
Guests consistently praise Crooked Well for its cleanliness, comfort, and well-equipped nature, highlighting the thoughtful touches by the owner, including a homemade cake. The cottage's location in Timsbury is appreciated for its tranquillity and proximity to local amenities and attractions in Somerset. The property's garden and historical charm add to the delightful experience.
Reviewers frequently mention the meticulous cleanliness of the cottage, with several noting the provision of fluffy towels and the spotless condition upon arrival.
The cottage is commended for its peaceful setting in Timsbury, with easy access to local shops and proximity to Bath, Wells, and Bristol, making it an ideal base for exploring Somerset.
Guests find the cottage cosy and comfortable, with special mentions of quality bed linen and a warm atmosphere. The quiet environment contributes to a restful stay.
The property is described as well-equipped, particularly the kitchen, and guests appreciate the ample parking. Minor maintenance issues are noted but do not significantly detract from the overall experience.
The owner's thoughtfulness is a recurring theme, with guests touched by welcoming gestures such as a homemade cake. While these gestures are warmly received, it is noted that such personal touches, though common, are not guaranteed.
About this property
Crooked Well is a historic, semi-detached stone cottage resting in the popular village of Timsbury, conveniently situated for access to Bath and Bristol. A charming two-bedroomed cottage in the very heart of the village, yet peaceful in a so-called ‘select’ cul-de-sac with its own parking area for two cars, it makes a wonderful choice for a couples' escape or a family retreat to the countryside. Originally built in the 1840s, the property now offers a homely base from which to spend quality time with your loved ones; enter into the dining room, conveniently situated so you can sit down and enjoy a warming cup of coffee after a day of exploring, before moving into the sitting room to retire for the evening. Flick on the freestanding, electric fire, which can be moved if an open fire is desired, and turn on the Smart TV for an evening of lighthearted entertainment; this room also boasts a sofa bed, perfect for those with limited mobility who don't want to tackle the stairs, with a convenient cloakroom being on this floor too. The kitchen is well-equipped with all the essentials to prepare a family-favourite meal, including an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/ freezer, dishwasher, a washing machine and access to a tumble dryer in the shed, you can find all you need and more for a relaxing self-catered stay. Find even more flexible sleeping options up on the first floor, where you will be met by a master super-king-size with its own TV, which may be unzipped to form two single beds, with the option for another single bed to be added for a child too. The twin bedroom is home to two store-a-beds offering two singles, or a king-size and a single on request, giving each guest a lovely spot to rest each evening. Begin your day with a relaxing soak in the bath, with the option of a handheld shower and a separate walk-in shower too, before spending some time out in the rear garden, home to a patio area with wooden table and chairs with a parasol for those scorching hot sunny days, as well as firepit barbecue tripod for alfresco dining. Timsbury has all of the self-catering essentials, including a Co Op, pharmacy and a delightful local shop all within walking distance, as well as a hair and a beauty salon. In the village square you will find the excellent Connie's tearoom and café, next to Our Plaice well-recommended for its fish and chips and varied take away menu, or take a walk in the opposite direction to the excellent pub/restaurant, ‘The Seven Stars’, the last of about 12 inns once in the village. There are plenty of small villages and towns to explore; Midsomer Norton of Midsomer Murders fame, with its excellent Sports and Leisure centre with swimming pool, as well as Keynsham and the beautiful little city of Wells. Visit the Chew Valley sailing lake, reservoir and bird reserve, also boasting easy access to both Cheddar and Glastonbury, while Street and the famous Clarks’ Outlet Village is within driving distance too. The seaside can be reached at Weston-Super-Mare, Brean and Burnham-on- Sea, while Bath is renowned for its Roman attractions and Georgian architecture; the only World Heritage city in the UK, with many well-known attractions within easy reach. Choose Crooked Well for an unforgettable stay in Somerset with your loved ones.
Timsbury is a charming village and civil parish in Somerset, resting in easy reach of Bath and the surrounding countryside wonder. The village is home to a good range of amenities, including a pub, shop, Post Office, tea room and more, as well as being home to four churches, one of them being Grade II* listed. The medieval town of Glastonbury is within easy reach, as well as Bristol and even Weston-super-Mare for those seeking coastal adventure.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 1 x super-king-size (zip/link, can be twin on request) with TV and 1 x twin with two store-a-beds (can be one super-king-size and one single on request).
Cloakroom with basin and WC.
Bathroom with bath, handheld shower, separate walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Kitchen with dining seating for two.
Dining room.
Sitting room with sofa bed and electric fire
Gas central heating, electric fire and open fire (starter pack provided).
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, Smart wifi,TV, TV, DVD player, CD player, radio and a selection of books and games.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Cot, highchair and stairgate available.
Parking for 2 cars in the driveway (Off road parking).
Front lawn and rear enclosed lawn and patio with furniture, firepit barbecue tripod and a shed.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 0.2 miles, pub 0.2 miles
Nearby points of interest
- Thermae Bath Spa
- Roman Baths
- Chew Valley Animal Park
- Spike Island Bristol
- Longleat Safari Park
- Cheddar Gorge Caves
Reviews (58)
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Caroline
It's surroundings and position within the village is really nice. It's in a beautiful area of Somerset and ideally situated to Bath and all the other attractions in the area. The host gave us a great welcome, and her fruit cake went down a treat. We would recommend this to anyone who enjoys a taste of Somerset.
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Colin
We really enjoyed it and the local amenities.
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Helen
It was very clean and had everything we could have needed for our stay, and more. You could tell it had been a much loved family home. The fruit cake was most welcome and delicious. Timsbury is a lovely village and well positioned for the many places of interest we visited, such as Bath, Bristol, Cheddar, Wells to name but a few. We also had a nice walk alongside the Chew Valley lake. The couple of meals we had in the Seven Stars pub which were very good and reasonably priced. Unfortunately we couldnât sample the fish and chips from the chippy as it was closed for the week. All in all though a brilliant week in Crooked Well, helped by having sunshine every day.