Swandown, 2 Blackdown

About this property

Settled within a stunning 1,000-acres of parkland on the renowned Swandown Lodges Estate at Cricket St. Thomas, Somerset, is this impressive single-storey lodge, Swandown, 2 Blackdown. Boasting a light and airy interior with bay windows and plenty of living spaces, Swandown, 2 Blackdown welcomes four guests to relish a getaway in the south-west of England. After unloading in the designated parking space, make your way past your very own private patio where you can delight in alfresco dining, and be impressed by the generous open-plan kitchen, dining and sitting area. The kitchen is well-equipped to ensure your self-catered stay is a success, with all the necessary appliances required to rustle up tasty dishes; after dinner, retreat to the plush sofa and enjoy a film on the Smart TV in the warmth of the woodburning stove. When your eyes grow heavy, head to one of two beautifully-appointed bedrooms, boasting a king-size or twin single beds, plenty of storage to house your personal belongings and an en-suite bathroom or shower room, they provide a tranquil spot to wind down for the evening or freshen up before a day of adventures. For a memorable stay, book Swandown, 2 Blackdown.

The South Somerset parish of Cricket St. Thomas is in a prime location to visit these three stunning West Country counties as it borders West Dorset, is a short distance from East Devon, and is adjacent to them. Walking through the Cricket St. Thomas estate will bring you to Cricket House, which was once the location for the Penelope Keith-starring television series "To the Manor Born" but is now a part of the Warner Cricket St. Thomas Hotel. The Fleet Air Arm Museum is one of the largest aviation museums in the world and is located 7 miles north of Yeovil. It has many historic aircraft on display. A little further away but still within easy driving distance are the Dinosaurland Fossil Museum in Lyme Regis, the prestigious Haynes International Motor Museum in Sparkford, and the Dinosaurland Fossil Museum in Lyme Regis.

Accommodation

Single-storey.

Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size with TV and en-suite walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail, and WC, 1 x twin with en-suite bath, basin, heated towel rail and WC.

Cloakroom with basin and WC.

Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove

Central heating with woodburning stove.

Electric double oven, induction hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, and dishwasher.

Smart TV, TV, WiFi, DVD player, radio/iPod dock.

Fuel, power, and starter pack for woodburning stove included in rent (more wood can be purchased from on-site shop).

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Highchair and travel cot available on request (£10 charge applies per cot, guests will need to bring their own bedding, bottom sheet provided).

Designated parking space for 1 car, additional parking available in visitors’ car park.

Private front lawn with patio, barbecue and furniture, communal indoor swimming pool.

Sorry, no pets and no smoking.

Shop 3.7 miles Pub 0.2 miles.

Note: The Swandown site has an indoor pool for the exclusive use of guests of all ages staying at the lodges.The swimming pool can be booked using the onsite booking rota, located outside reception..Swandown guests also have membership access to the leisure facilities at The Cricket St Thomas Warner Hotel (approximately 1 mile).The hotel & leisure facilities are exclusively for adults.Guests can access their large swimming pool, spa, sauna, steam room and gymnasium (opening times 8am-6pm).Guests are also able to eat in the hotel bar at lunchtime, which is cashless (card payments only).Spa treatments are available at an extra charge and need to be booked directly with the hotel.

Note: Garden area is not enclosed