Round House Cottage

Sitting just steps away from the attractive High Street in pretty Castle Cary, and facing the historic Roundhouse on Bailey Hill, this Grade II listed stone-built cottage is ideally situated for exploring the delights of South Somerset and Dorset beyond. The space Lying on the edge of rolling countryside and close to the Somerset Levels, the Mendip Hills and the Blackmore Vale, Castle Cary is a small, attractive country town. Situated within easy reach of popular Bath, and with numerous quaint villages nearby, Round House Cottage is a stylish and comfortable base for your holiday adventures. The cottage cleverly combines modern styling with original features, and offers generous space for up to four guests. As you enter the cottage there is an attractive original tiled hallway, leading to a front facing study, and through to the cosy sitting room with wood burning stove. The spacious kitchen is well-appointed with a range cooker, dishwasher, washing machine, fridge/freezer, Nespresso coffee machine and microwave, and leads through to the dining room with original flagstone floor. A cloakroom completes the generous ground floor accommodation. Upstairs are two comfortable king-size bedrooms, one with its own en-suite shower room. The third bedroom in the cottage is set up as a yoga/retreat room for guests to enjoy, and there is a family bathroom with free-standing bath and a double walk-in shower enclosure. The front of the cottage looks out across Bailey Hill and the neighbouring cottages, and directly at what was the original town lock-up built in 1779. Just a short stroll away is the market place and High Street with a selection of shops, restaurants and cafes. Just a five-minute drive away is The Newt, a working country estate with magnificent woodland and gardens; and also Hauser & Wirth Garden and Gallery at Bruton. With so much to see and do in Castle Cary and the surrounding area, a stay at this lovely cottage is a must. Additional Information: Sorry, no children under the age of 12 years of age. Sorry, no pets. There is short term parking available immediately outside of the cottage subject to availability, and long term parking just a 5 minute drive away. Castle Cary has a railway station with a regular service to Bath, which is 20 miles away. Please note that internet access is offered at this property for recreational purposes only and is not meant for business use. The speed/service may vary from time to time. Should guests experience difficulties or loss of use, neither the owner Dorset Hideaways or Rural Retreats will be held responsible. Guest access Ground Floor: Study With a desk, chair, armchair, and bookshelves. Sitting room With a wood burning stove, comfortable seating and Smart television. Kitchen With an electric range cooker, dishwasher, fridge/ freezer, microwave, washing machine and Nespresso coffee machine. Dining room With a dining table seating up to six guests, dresser and sideboard. Cloakroom With wash basin and WC. First Floor: Bedroom one With a 5' king-size bed. En-suite shower room With walk-in shower enclosure, wash basin, WC and heated towel rail. Bedroom two With a 5' king-size bed. Bedroom three Set up as a yoga, meditation and relaxation room with a yoga mat. Family bathroom With a free-standing bath, double walk-in shower enclosure, wash basin, WC and heated towel rail. Outside: Small attractive patio garden at the front of the cottage with a bistro table and four chairs. Short term parking is available directly in front of the cottage subject to availability, and a choice of long term parking options are available nearby.