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4 Guests
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2 Bedrooms
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2 Bathrooms
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Pets Yes
Features
- Open fire
- Garden / Patio
- Washing machine
- Dishwasher
- Broadband / WiFi
Reviews & Ratings
43 Customer Reviews
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"It's an absolutely beautiful well appointed little cottage with a lovely garden, no near neighbours and surrounded by beautiful countryside, yet within easy access to the City of Wells."
It's not the first time we've been and it certainly won't be the last
Hello Chris, Thanks for your lovely feedback. You have always been delightful guests. It is very rewarding for us when people come back again and again. We are looking forward to seeing you again in 2025! Jenny and Peter Property Owner
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"First class accommodation."
Facilities really good. Beautiful countryside all around. Wells and Glastonbury nearby. Owners very welcoming. Thank you for a great stay.
Dear David, Thank you for your lovely feedback. We enjoyed meeting you and your party and are especially pleased you had a lovely time in our cottage. I do hope you visit Lilac cottage again. Jenny and Peter Property Owner
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"Beautiful cottage in stunning surroundings."
Enjoyed our week there visiting nearby towns of Wells, Frome, Glastonbury and Cheddar Gorge
Dear Kelly, Thank you for taking the time to leave feedback. We are happy you enjoyed your time at Lilac Cottage. As you say it is very well placed for a lot of good trips. I hope we might see you again in 2025. Jenny and Peter Property Owner
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"An outstanding cottage in a beautiful location."
Very warm and comfortable with very good facilities. The welcome local food back was much appreciated . The owners were excellent and sorted out any issues.
Dear June, Thank you for your lovely feedback. I am sorry it has taken so long for me to reply. We are delighted you enjoyed staying at Lilac Cottage and pleased you found it cosy and comfortable. I do hope we see you again. Jenny and Peter. Property Owner
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"Idyllic & quiet - just what was needed."
With Waitrose only a mile away it was a perfect self catering week.
Dear Michael, We are very pleased you found the cottage so restorative. Thank you for leaving feedback for us. I am sorry it has taken me so long to reply. I hope you and your children will visit us again soon. Jenny and Peter. Property Owner
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"Beautiful cottage set is a quiet road."
Amazing views and so peaceful and a warm welcome from our host. Conversion is amazing and unique design through the house. All the amenities needed for a family of 4. Beds were super comfy, bath and shower both great. Top garden was my favourite spot right through to sunset. Everything you need in Wells a short drive or walk. Wookey Hole Cave just down the road, was great for adults and kids. Loved our stay, did not want to leave!
Hi Louise, We are delighted you enjoyed staying at Lilac Cottage. We enjoyed hosting you, it is always a pleasure when people like it. It was quite a challenge creating the cottage from the agrucultural ruin it used to be. You have reminded me I should put some of the pre-restoration photos in the cottage for our guests to see the transformation. I hope we see you again. Jenny Property Owner
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"Second visit to Lilac Cottage with a third in the planning for next year."
This is a lovely property in a beautiful rural location. Secure garden for dog owners with Stockhill Woods a short drive away. This is a place to detox from work life and recharge batteries. We had some great weather - just sitting on the lawn of an evening and listening to the silence - fantastic.
Dear Andy, We are delighted you enjoy staying at Lilac Cottage. It is a lovely spot and we especially like to hear that our guests agree. We always like to host nice returning guests so would be delighted if you booked again next year. Best wishes, Jenny and peter Property Owner
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"A lovely property with a super garden in a great location."
We were warmly welcomed by the owner, and thoroughly enjoyed our stay in the tastefully decorated and superbly equipped cottage. We will definitely book again when we are next visiting the area.
Dear Ken, Thank you for your lovely feedback. We enjoyed meeting you and are especially pleased to hear how much you liked Lilac Cottage. We would love to see you again, you were very considerate guests. Jenny and Peter. Property Owner
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"A fantastic cottage - in a beautiful location."
Cottage was extremely well equipped - everything we needed was available. Interaction with owner was extremely easy as well. Directions clear. Huge comfortable beds - we slept well and loved being woken up by the mooing of the cows in the field behind us!
Thank you for your lovely feedback. We are always pleased to hear that our guest have enjoyed their stay. You were very considerate geusts and we very much hope you come back. Property Owner
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"What a beautiful, clean, well maintained cottage, couldn’t fault a thing."
It had everything we needed for our stay and all within a short drive to places like Wells, Glastonbury Tor and Cheddar Gorge. The garden was fully enclosed which the dog loved with the most amazing views and walks right on the doorstep. There was even a view from the bath! Had a lovely welcome pack on arrival, we thoroughly enjoyed it all. We will be visiting again next year and would certainly recommend this lovely cottage.
Dear Michelle, Thank you for being such considerate guests and for your lovely feedback. We are delighted you enjoyed staying at Lilac Cottage and would love to see you again. Jenny and Peter Property Owner
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"We had such a relaxing break at Lilac Cottage."
We were met by Peter on arrival, erything was exactly as described and more. A beautiful garden to chill and make the most of and all the facilities you could need inside the Cottage. We look forward to retuning in the near future.
Dear Helen, Thank you for your lovely feedback. We found you to be very considerate and friendly guests. We would love to welcome you back to Lilac Cottage. All the best, Jenny and Peter Property Owner
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"Delightful cottage in quiet rural area."
A warm welcome by the owner, shown around the property and check we were happy with equipment.The pans were the only drawback as very heavy and arthritic wrists not a good match. The beds were the best we had encountered over many bookings, as good as our own! If we were physically able to walk hilly area we would have enjoyed more areas, but we still found plenty to occupy us. Might be back for the peace and quiet some time.
Dear Janet, Thank you for your lovely feedback. We would like to thank you for being such delightful and considerate guests. It is helpful to learn about the pans. We will definitely look into finding some that are good quality but lighter. We would love to welcome you back again. Jenny and Peter Property Owner
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"Lovely property, beautiful location and great hosts."
If we are back in Somerset we would definitely return
Hi James, Thank you for the lovely feed back. We'd be delighted if you chose to visit again, you were great guests. Jenny and peter Property Owner
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"What a super cottage."
We were there for the second week of January, a beautiful bright, sunny & freezing cold 7 days, but inside we were warm & cosy. Everything was spotless, plenty of quality equipment & utensils in the kitchen. Only regret - we couldn't make use of the garden, so we'd live to return in warmer days. Our communications with the owners was excellent.
Dear Flick, Thank you for your lovely feedback and for being very considerate guests We're very pleased you enjoyed your stay. I do hope you come again when it's slightly warmer because the garden is lovely. Jenny and Peter Property Owner
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"Just got back from a week's stay at Lilac Cottage and we had a lovely time."
The weather was horrible but the Cottage was fabulous and cosy to come back to each evening. The garden which was enclosed was enjoyed by our dog, I would however note that if you had a very small dog they might be able to slip through the gates. Could also do with some oven trays but we would definitely recommend a stay at Lilac cottage and we hope to come back next year ourselves.
Dear Allison, Thank you for your helpful feedback about Lilac Cottage and for being considerate guests. We will certainly look into the oven tray issue, thank you for bringing it to our attention. We're very pleased you enjoyed Lilac cottage. I do hope we see you again. Jenny and Peter Property Owner
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"The cottage would be perfect ,but for just two things."
The first being a washing up bowl for the sink.the second would be to invest in a comfy sofa.other than that we enjoyed our stay very much ,it’s a little gem in beautiful countryside…
Dear Kathryn, Thank you for staying at Lilac Cottage and for your helpful feedback which we will certainly take note of. If you come again I hope we will have sorted the sofa out for you! Jenny and Peter Property Owner
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"Lovely cottage, with a great sized garden in a beautiful location, all within easy reach of Wells, our 3rd stay and won't be our last, excellent !"
Dear Chris, I have rather blelatedly just picked up your lovely feedback about Lilac cottage. It is very gratifying to know that you like the cottage so much. we are looking forward to seeing you again in November. Thank you for rebooking! Jenny Kingston Property Owner
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"Lilac Cottage is a lovely rural retreat."
The garden is fully enclosed, well maintained and excellent for dog owners. The property has been restored to a very good standard which made for an excellent week of relaxation with several walking routes available and a fairly short drive to Stockhill Wood (again great for dog walks).
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"Had a lovely week at Lilac Cottage."
Beds were comfy and there was everything we needed in the cottage for our week’s stay. We were met by Peter who showed us around the cottage. There was a lovely welcome pack for us containing milk, locally sourced bread, butter and cheddar cheese. We loved the tranquility and fab views. Plenty of lovely walks from the cottage. The only downside is that the cottage is up a hilly lane from the village which, although fine for us, it was unfortunately too much for my in laws. There’s no local shop in the village, just the pub( served nice meals) and of course the caves. You can walk to Wells in about 35-40 mins
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"Lilac Cottage was considerably better than we were expecting."
The house itself, gardens and it's setting are lovely. Everything was clean and beds very comfortable. Owners are very nice and available if anything goes wrong. The only issue (and it's splitting hairs really) is that we could have done with more kit for cooking in the house. - strainer, cooking trays etc. Overall, probably the nicest house we have stayed in and we would book again without hesitation. An easy 5 stars!
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"This is a wonderful cottage in a quiet & beautiful location."
It’s cosy, stylish & just what we needed for a countryside escape! Lovely owner who showed us around & gave us some lovely welcome treats. Will definitely recommend!
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"We had a lovely time at Lilac cottage, basically in the middle of no where, so peaceful & calm."
The hot water does run out which wasn’t stated in the listing, so I’m not too sure what would happen with a family of 4 as it ran out for a family of 2! The cleanliness could have a been to a better standard considering the price. Overall a good stay.
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"A really delightful cottage and beautiful garden with stunning views."
Easy access to footpaths onto the Mendips and convenient for Wells.Thoroughly recommended.
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"Excellent location so peaceful."
Lovely cottage will stay again
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"Lilac Cottage is a very well appointed, pretty cottage nestled on the edge of the beautiful Mendip Hills."
It was one of the most comfortable cottages we've stayed in & the 'Welcome pack' of local produce was very much appreciated, especially the fresh sourdough & local Cheddar :)
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"We has a wonderful stay at lilac cottage, accurately listed in all areas."
Very warm and cosy, the beds were wonderful. Lots of lovely walks from the cottage with a 360 degree view of hillside and mountains. Where else can you look out of the kitchen window to see calves and cows giving you a cheeky look. All in all a lovely place to stay. Peter met us on arrival to open the cottage up and give us a tour indicating how everything worked. Would certainly stay there again.
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"Amazing place Will definitely book again"
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"This is a beautifully renovated cottage with excellent outdoor space including parking."
The views are amazing and the location on the edge of the village is lovely and quiet but still walking distance to the pub and Wookey Hole. It was well placed for visiting nearby Wells, Cheddar, Glastonbury and Bath. What would have made our stay even better: supplying little things like a kitchen roll, an extra tea towel and some baking trays to cook on. Some of the utensils need updating - the tin opener didn’t work! Also some plastic cutlery, cups and plates for guests like us with children would be a big help. There was also quite a lot of mould in the wet room and cobwebs on the ceiling lights. Expectations were high with this being rated an excellent property by Sykes. Addressing these issues would place it in that category for us.
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"Very comfortable cottage, great location for walks from the door and for visiting bird watching reserves."
Friendly helpful owners, generous welcome pack provided. They are aware that the cast iron cooking pans were on the heavy side and hopefully this will be fixed. Would be more than happy to stay here again.
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"Everything was at the highest standard."
Lots of kitchen essentials were available, also some lovely welcoming items, bread, coffee, local milk, butter and cheese. One thing could have made our stay a bit more comfortable, some control over the temperature, specially in the bedrooms. Every time we tried to lower it, it reset to 20 degrees. In the listing it said to be aware of a drop from garden to patio. It would have been helpful to mention the steps at the end of the path. They did not show up, as the lights along the path did not reach them.
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"Had a really nice time, would have liked a dvd player there for the evenings in, we did miss not being able to have some logs burning to get that cosy effect but the reasons were justified as the place gets too hot with it."
Owner had left some lovely items for us so thank you for that.
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"Beautiful and comfortable cottage in a pretty rural location with excellent doorstep walks and many nearby places to visit."
Ideal for dogs.
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"A really comfortable cottage with good quality furnishings and equipment."
The kitchen is well-stocked with utensils. A beautiful peaceful location (we slept really well!) with a lovely well-maintained garden.
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"We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Lilac cottage, it had everything we needed and the views were breathtaking."
Peter was very friendly and welcomed us with fresh produce and information about local amenities. We would love to return at some point, in fact would have happily moved in!
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"We love this cottage, our second stay in 3 months, we had an issue with the bathroom sink but was dealt with, hope we can stay again."
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"We had a wonderful stay."
Beautiful cottage and gardens. Really clean. Our only user feedback is some baking trays for the oven would have been useful. We also thought an information pack would have been useful for all appliances, local walks etc. Thank you Peter for the warm welcome and the welcome pack. Very much appreciated. We will deffinatly be back and recommend.
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"Lilac cottage is lovely."
Such a peaceful setting-perfect for a getaway. The cottage is very comfortable and very well equipped. The garden is beautifully planted and perfect for sitting out in the sunshine with 2 seating areas. It is secure too so our young dog loved it. There is easy access adjacent to the cottage to walks in the Mendip Hills and the delightful City of Wells is a 10 minutes drive. We will definitely be back soon.
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"Lovely cottage ."
Close to many places of interest. Hosts were lovely and helpful.
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"A fabulous, warm, cosy property, magnificent location."
Peter, the owner, gave us lots of useful information, including an excellent restaurant - Goodfellows. There are excellent walks around the property and Wells was about a 40 minute walk. We can highly recommended Wells Cathedral, the guided tour is a not to be missed. The only thing missing was a freezer, separate to the fridge (we love cooking and missed the extra cold storage) So, we just ate out a little more frequently - a win win for us ladies!
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"A lovely cottage with everything you require."
A great touch with the hamper of local produce. The bed was so comfortable! Great to have a walk in shower and stand alone bath in the bedroom. Would definitely recommend.
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"We so loved this cottage, so much so have booked another week in May, thank you so much."
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"We had a fantastic half-term week at Lilac cottage."
The cottage was lovely, there were loads of great walks on the doorstep for the dog, and the kids enjoyed wookey hole and other local attractions. The food at Wookey hole Inn was fab! We hope to come and stay again soon.
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"Our hosts were very welcoming and exceedingly helpful."
They recommended excellent restaurants and interesting places to see. Lilac Cottage was delightful and in a beautiful setting. We look forward to our next visit!
Summary
- Two bedrooms: 1 x super-king-size (zip/link, can be twins on request) with freestanding bath, separate WC and basin, 1 x super-king-size (zip/link, can be twins on request)
- Wet room with walk-in shower, basin and WC
- Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining and sitting area with woodburning stove
- Electric central heating with woodburning stove
- Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, TV and WiFi
- Fuel and power inc. in rent
- Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
- Ample off-road parking for two cars
- Enclosed patio and lawned garden with furniture
- One well-behaved dog welcome
- Please enquire first if you have a second dog; owner may accept subject to a supplement
- Sorry, no smoking
- Shop 2 miles, pub 0.5 miles
- Please note: There is a drop from the garden to the patio beneath
- Please note: there is live stock in the fields around the property
The property
This detached, well-presented cottage enjoys a beautiful setting in its own landscaped grounds, within the rural village of Wookey Hole near Wells.
Offering comforting furnishings throughout, this charming dwelling is an ideal choice for families or two couples looking to escape normality and explore the luscious landscapes of Somerset.
Discover the open-plan living space following a day of rambles, offering a cosy sitting area where you can kick back whilst the woodburner keeps you toasty.
Take advantage of the amply-equipped kitchen during mealtimes, preparing your go-to dishes before setting the dining table to catch-up on the day.
Retire to one of the bedrooms, both well-presented with super-king-size zip/link beds, offering flexibility as twins on request, while the master offers a feature roll-top bath where you can enjoy a lazy soak before bed.
Outside there is a patio and lawned garden to the side and rear of the cottage, making a great place for the kids to let off some steam or even some alfresco dining.
For the evenings away from the kitchen, venture into Wells where you can find a number of bars, cafés and restaurants, providing something for all budgets and palettes, as well as twice weekly farmers markets so that you can pick up local ingredients to enjoy at your self-catering cottage.
The West Mendip Way, a 30-mile route over the Mendip hills - an area of outstanding natural beauty - from Weston-super-Mare to Wells, England's smallest city, goes right past Lilac Cottage.
For a spot of history, visit Wells historic buildings, including the magnificent Wells Cathedral, the moated Bishop’s Palace and the 14th century Vicars Close, the oldest inhabited residential street in Europe.
Nearby are the fascinating Wookey Hole Caves, where you can explore the caves, while there are also plenty of educational sources on Dinosaurs, Minerals and Rocks, Paper Making and the Stone Age, fun for all the family!
Immerse yourself in local culture at the Somerset markets, indulging yourself with artisan food, antiques, vintage and retro wares, hand-made gifts and artworks.
Return each evening to the comfort and warmth of Lilac Cottage.
Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £250.
About the location
WELLS
Coxley 2 miles; Shepton Mallet 6 miles; Glastonbury 6 miles; Cheddar 9 miles.
Wells, England’s smallest city, is named after the springs which still bubble up today in the grounds of its splendid Bishop's Palace with its famous moat. Adjacent is the beautiful 12th century cathedral situated within a most attractive cathedral close and green. Nearby, Vicars Close is home to the oldest complete medieval street in Europe, and the quaint market square offers an array of interesting shops, boutiques and restaurants, and a colourful twice-weekly market. The surrounding Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty provides a wealth of scenic footpaths and rugged landscapes, and is a superb base for caving and rock climbing, and for road, biking and mountain biking. Nearby are the attractions of Cheddar Gorge and Wookey Hole Caves, both offering great days out. The picturesque Somerset Levels, as well as mystical Glastonbury are also situated an easy drive away. The beautiful city of Bath, with its Roman Baths, Thermae Bath Spa, The Theatre Royal and wonderful shops, is under 30 miles away, as is the vibrant city of Bristol, which boasts a multitude of attractions, including The Zoo, Theatres, the Aquarium, the Arnol Fini Art Gallery and many more. All in all, this beautiful city makes a convenient and ideal touring base. With so much to see and do, there is something to keep everyone entertained!
Note; There is a Good Housekeeping Bond of £250 for this property.
Please enquire first if you have a second dog; owner may accept subject to a supplement.
This property offers the following short breaks:
- Winter
- Off-season
- Last minute
- Christmas