About this property
Taunton 6.4 miles. Buckland House Pod is a contemporary holiday home where you can get back to nature in comfort with panoramic views of the Somerset countryside set between the Quantock and Blackdown Hills close to the village of Taunton.
With an abundance of countryside walks including a choice of pubs, Buckland House Pod is best suited for a couple looking for a romantic getaway or an individual taking an opportunity to unwind and explore the beautiful scenery of Somerset.
Inside, you can expect a compact living area with table and chairs plus spectacular views out of the floor to ceiling glazed panels which can also be appreciated from the double bed. This is a perfect base to get away from the world and watch the cows pass by in the adjoining fields or the variety of wildlife. Rustle up a cooked breakfast on the electric hob, having taken a refreshing hot shower to step outside on the large deck and watch the sun rise.
At the end of the day, step into your own private hot tub with a glass of fizz and recount your day’s activities or plan for tomorrow with Taunton on the doorstep and a choice of its cinema, large shops, restaurants and then the North Somerset coastline has the option of seaside resorts to visit with Dunster and its castle, the steam railway, Minehead and all Exmoor’s tourist hotspots
There is a wealth of opportunity to explore the outdoors from Buckland House Pod, offering visitors the best of the coast and countryside of Somerset and the surrounding area, this holiday home promises you the most relaxing retreat in nature’s paradise. Treat you and your loved one to all this by booking your stay at Buckland House Pod.
The county town of Somerset, Taunton is the perfect cottage holiday destination. The town has excellent buildings with charming stone and Tudor architecture, and there is also fascinating history in the town stretching back over 1000 years including a 10th century monastery. Taunton boasts a choice of museums and parks, one of which has held the Taunton Flower Show for over 150 years.
For outdoor enthusiasts, the Quantock and Blackdown Hills Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty are easily accessible, as well as the Dartmoor and Exmoor National Parks slightly further afield, plus Swell Wood, Ham Wall and Greylake nature reserves. If a day by the sea is what you're after, the coast is around 20.4 miles away and home to Blue Anchor Bay and St Audries Bay near Watchet; Burnham-on-Sea beach; Kilve beach near Minehead and, of course, the popular seaside resort of Weston-super-Mare, 32.7 miles away but well worth the journey with its great range of activities.
Accommodation
Single-storey.
One double bedroom with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area
Electric heating.
Table top oven, electric hob, microwave, kettle, toaster.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking.
Enclosed decking with hot tub.
One well-behaved pet welcome.
Access to shared Tennis court.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 4 miles, pub 2.3 miles.
Note: Check-in from 4pm, check-out by 10am.
Buckland House Pod can be booked with Buckland House Annex 1153301, and Buckland House 1153269 to sleep 19 guests, these properties are all on the same grounds
Reviews (2)
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Jo
Directions were easy to follow and, on arrival, things seemed as described. The pod was generally clean, minus dirty cutlery, cooking trays, plates and glassware but all easily washed before use. Microwave and small oven also could do with a clean. Bed was comfy and TV was a bonus. However, the hot tub was a problem. Being under the trees there were a whole host of bugs that seemed to congregate on the massive bubbles that were generated when the jets were turned on, we spent most of the time flicking them out of the tub! During our three nights stay there, we never saw anybody pop over to maintain the hot tub and check chlorine levels etc - we found this most unusual as everywhere else we have stayed with a hot tub, the owners have come to check at least once (sometimes twice) a day to ensure everything is fine. Giving the benefit of the doubt, I thought perhaps I had just missed the check in, despite being at the pod for the majority of the day. The biggest problem was that the day after arriving home, I developed an itchy rash all over my body and began to feel unwell. Thinking this was unusual, I contacted my doctor who diagnosed me with follicitus - brought on by a poorly-maintained hot tub that results in festering bacteria. I contacted Tony straight away to just raise this to suggest that he do more thorough checks on the hot tub for the benefit of other guests so they donât develop the same issues I did, but I was met with no acknowledgement, apology or reply. I am thoroughly disappointed with the whole experience and will not be recommending Buckland Pod to anyone else. If you are thinking of staying, ensure the hot tub is checked regularly.
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Glenn
Hot tub was a bonus but a broom to sweep away the constant droppings from the overhead tree would have been nice A bus time table and location of the bus stop a must,the friendly caretaker did not know Postcode nowhere near location and sign to pod too small.I could go on but I think you understand my frustration