Bowlish House

–Excellent location - show map
+67 photos
Scored 9.6
Rated exceptional

Staff

9.8

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About this property

Historic Setting: Bowlish House in Shepton Mallet is housed in a historic building, offering a unique and charming atmosphere. Outdoor Spaces: Guests can enjoy a sun terrace, garden, and outdoor fireplace, perfect for relaxation. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature private bathrooms, garden views, and modern amenities, ensuring a comfortable stay. Dining Experience: Breakfast includes continental, buffet, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options, with local specialities and fresh pastries. Activities and Attractions: Cycling enthusiasts can explore the surrounding area, while attractions such as Longleat Safari Park and Bath Spa Train Station are within 30 km.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Breakfast info

Continental, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet, Breakfast to go

Free private parking available on-site

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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
and
2 large double beds
1 double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 double bed
Bedroom 1
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Dominic
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Host was lovely and super friendly and helpful i felt like I was staying with friends rather than a hotel:)”
Ru
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“A kind and friendly hostess, a very characterful Georgian building, an excellent breakfast. This worked perfectly as a base for exploring the area - Glastonbury, Wells and Cheddar Gorge.”
Peter
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The attention paid by the host home made bread everything was top notch”
Prunella
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Maryanne was an excellent host, so friendly, welcoming and accommodating; the decor and furnishings are tasteful, the bed comfy, and lots of attention to detail (fresh milk and oat milk available in a fridge at reception; bowl of mints ditto;...”
Keith
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Perfect location for attending Bath & South West showground event. Very welcoming and helpful. We enjoyed the buffet breakfast with freshly made bread.”
Helen
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“A masterclass in mid century hotel kitsch. A Georgian mansion house where every room is packed with quirky items and personal touches. The hosts are welcoming and quick to rerspond to requests for help or advice. The two huge drawing rooms are...”
Nick
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“This is a really great place. It is a beautiful building, furnished with imagination and character, with a really lovely garden. The whole place has a bohemian charm, wrapped up in Georgian splendour. But it is the people that make it so...”
Alexandra
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Very beautiful & quirky - also very homely. My hostess was lovely (and so was the dog!!!”
Noel
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Host was really lovely and attentive. Breakfast was good too. Love the house we stayed in with the fireplace.”
Natalie
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The owner was incredibly friendly and welcoming. The attention to detail and service throughout our stay was fantastic. The house and rooms were beautiful. We had a really lovely time.”

Managed by Maryanne

Company review score: 9.8Based on 27 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

I'm Maryanne, together with my husband Mark, son Beau and Dawgy Myrtle, we have moved to Somerset to begin a new chapter... We love country walks, cozy pubs, art, architecture, road trips, music and festivals, good food and wine

Property information

Nestled in the beautiful Georgian village of Bowlish, ‘Bowlish House’ is the ultimate dreamy country escape Our Grade II* Georgian Palladian stately home, completed in c. 1732, is a stunning example of early Georgian architecture and is the ultimate haven for a peaceful country escape, an intimate wedding or a special celebration. The house is also used as a location house for film and photography Bowlish – which means ‘bridge over the rocky waterfall’, is a picturesque hamlet that mainly consists of charming listed historic houses and cottages. A stone’s throw from local places of interest such as the ancient Cathedral city of Wells, the city of Bath, Glastonbury Tor and the vibrant local towns of Frome and Bruton. There are so many wonderful things to do in our local surroundings before you retreat to your stylish room to snuggle down and dream, drift and dwell

Neighbourhood information

Bowlish is a gorgeous little village on edge of Shepton Mallet. We are in close proximity to the cities of Bath (16 miles) and Bristol (18 miles), while the vibrant city of Wells only a short drive away (5 miles). Bohemian Frome is close by (12 miles) as is bijou Bruton (8 miles). We are also just 7 minutes away from the Glastonbury gates in Pilton. Nestled at the gateway of the Mendip Hills, we have no shortage of beautiful walks/hikes and pubs on our doorstep

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Bowlish House

Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

House rules

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Check-in
From 15:00 to 22:00
Check-out
From 08:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Curfew
Entry to the property will be closed between the hours of 00:00 and 08:00
Damage policy
If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to £500 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
Cot upon request
£25 per child, per night
4+ years
Extra bed upon request
Free

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 08:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 08:00:00.

If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to £500 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.