Cosy countryside retreat, near Frome & Bath

In the heart of Somerset's most stunning countryside, The Loft is a light, bright spacious self-contained apartment at the far edge of Laurel Barn, an architect-designed house in the popular village of Mells. With its own front door you climb the stairs to a large light space with everything you need for the perfect countryside retreat. Parking, superfast wi-fi and fully equipped dining/living/bedroom area & ensuite bathroom with rainfall shower. This is 'loft' living at its best. Pets welcome. The space With its own front door you climb the stairs to a large light self contained studio space with everything you need for the perfect countryside retreat. We have a fully equipped kitchen with sink, hob, single electric oven with grill, toaster, kettle, fridge with freezer compartment, cutlery, crockery and storage. Kitchen basics are also included so you don't have to worry, plus a cleaning kit & supplies for that first cup of tea or coffee. Next to the kitchen is a wooden table and seating for four people, perfect for eating, working or just relaxing with a coffee. We have a brand new King size bed with memory foam mattress, a bedside table alongside, hanging space plus chest of drawers with lots of storage. This is where you will find the hair drier & ironing board & iron for guest use. Off the larger living & sleeping space is a newly fitted en-suite bathroom with rainfall shower, wash basin and WC. Shampoo, shower gel & hand soap included. Our eco-friendly, cosy space is warmed by underfloor heating and has superfast fibre wi-fi. We also provide all bed linen & towels and welcome up to two well behaved dogs. EV charging on request - charges apply. Please ask for more details. You can enjoy the beautiful countryside with morning coffee on our outdoor cafe style table & chairs or take some comfy reclining sun loungers over to the 'Loft lawn'. We are dog and child friendly, but only have a King Size bed that sleeps 2 guests, plus an infant using a travel cot. However, if you have smaller toddlers or children please get in touch as we might be able to help accommodate additional guests. Whether you’re looking to get away from it all & unplug or totally immerse yourself in everything this area has to offer, The Loft will give you a great base from which to explore. Guest access There is space for 1 - 2 cars for guests at The Loft. Train: the nearest train station is in Frome. Bus: Mells is connected to Frome & other villages. See the Firstbus site for more info. Taxi: there are a few local firms, but we can help with recommendations. Other things to note We are open to long-term stays, please get in touch to discuss. Other points to note about our space: The Loft is very light & whilst nearly all windows have blinds it may not suit those who need total darkness to sleep. There is no TV but please feel free to stream tv on demand to your laptop, tablet or phone via the free wi-fi. The space next to The Loft is used as an Office by my Husband, so you may hear him on a work call (no later than 8pm) or see him on the stairs as the stairwell is shared between The Loft & the office. This is Somerset; please don’t expect a great mobile signal anywhere, although it does vary greatly by network.