Guests say
Guests consistently praise The Milking Parlour for its cleanliness, tranquil location, and comfort. The property boasts well-maintained facilities, including a games room and large garden, enhancing the stay. The hosts' warm welcome and thoughtful touches, such as a welcome pack, contribute to a delightful experience, although such gifts are subject to availability and not guaranteed.
Reviewers frequently commend the property for its exceptional cleanliness, noting it as clean, well-maintained, and tidy, which indicates a high standard upheld by the owners.
The property's location is celebrated for its quietness, beautiful surroundings, and proximity to local attractions, making it an ideal base for exploring Somerset.
Comfort is a highlight, with guests finding the property cosy, warm, and spacious, providing a relaxing environment for families and individuals alike.
Facilities are highly rated, with special mentions of the well-equipped kitchen, games room, and outdoor spaces. The property is also appreciated for its accessibility features.
The proprietors are noted for their thoughtfulness, providing welcome packs and being attentive to guests' needs. However, it is politely noted that such gifts are kindly provided at the owners' discretion and may not be a standard offering for all stays.
About this property
Wookey is set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, nestled between the Mendip Hills and Somerset Levels, just two miles from the cathedral city of Wells. The stunning landscape is home to a diverse range of wildlife with excellent walks and cycle routes. Within easy reach are many beautiful sandy beaches, stretching along the North Somerset coast and numerous visitor attractions. All on one level, The Milking Parlour is an attractive, detached property; thoughtfully converted using local materials. Lots of lovely original features remain, including wooden beams, colourful 200 year old Glastonbury roof tiles and stone drinking troughs; now transformed into interesting plant holders. Inside, the lofty lounge with high raftered ceiling is flooded with light from the full height windows which run the length of the room. The kitchen/diner opens onto the sunny patio at the side of the property, overlooking the owners' orchard; the backdrop to which is the stunning Mendip Hills. Two bedrooms and two bathrooms, one a wet room complete the living accommodation. Converted from a further barn, the neighbouring games room with table tennis and table football is great fun for all ages.
Wells is named after its springs in the grounds of the Bishop's Palace. Adjacent is the 12th century cathedral. Close by, Vicars Close's market square offers shops, boutiques and restaurants, and a bi-weekly market. The surrounding aonb provides scenic footpaths and landscapes, a centre for caving and rock climbing, Cheddar Gorge and Wookey Hole Caves, are also great days out. With the Somerset Levels, as well as Glastonbury an easy drive away, this city makes an ideal touring base. With much to see and do, there is something for everyone here.
Accommodation
Ground Floor: Lounge.
Kitchen/Diner.
Wet Room with shower, WC and washbasin.
Bedroom 1 with double bed.
Bedroom 2 with twin beds.
Bathroom with bath, shower, WC and washbasin.
Central heating with wood burning stove.
Electric cooker, dishwasher, fridge, microwave, washing machine.
TV/DVD, WiFi.
Cot and highchair available on request.
Bed linen and towels included free of charge.
Off road parking for three cars.
Large patio and shared use of owners orchard BBQ.
No smoking.
Games room.
Shop 2 miles.
Pub 1/2 mile.
Beach 15 miles.
Suitable for those with limited mobility.
Note: Travel cot available on request and situated within the twin room.
Nearby points of interest
- Cheddar Gorge Caves
- Chew Valley Animal Park
- Fleet Air Arm Museum
Reviews (69)
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Jane
The bungalow is extremely comfortable, clean and well equipped. The games room and garden helped to keep the grandchildren amused. We will certainly book here again when visiting the area.
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K
Well equipped and clean, just like home from home. We saw three deer whilst sitting in the garden on our first night. Much appreciated welcome hamper and lovely owners. We enjoyed playing table tennis and table football.
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Audrey
The hosts, David & Pauline were very helpful and friendly and left the most generous welcome pack. Thank you. Lots of wildlife around, deer, rabbits, stoat, bats and an owl in the garden. A kingfisher on the local stream, but we didn't see it. There are several RSPB sites around and we saw bittern, kingfisher, hobby, Gt White Egrets and Marsh Harrier. Wells was lovely to visit too.