Unwind in the beautiful Somerset countryside. Set within a wing of this historic medieval stone Manor House, Otters Holt at Chipley Escapes is on the first floor and accessed via its own private entrance and staircase. The two bedroom apartment is furnished to a high standard and includes log burner, Smart TV and a well equipped kitchen comprising oven and grill, induction hob and fridge. The dining table converts to a workstation and the contemporary bathroom has a large walk-in shower.
The space
Set within a historic medieval Manor House, Otters Holt at Chipley Escapes has its own entrance and dedicated off-road parking bay and is full of country chic charm complete with LOW BEAMS AND CEILINGS- WATCH YOUR HEADS! Antique furniture and a cosy log burner complete the ideal atmosphere to unwind and relax.
Spacious and with superfast WiFi provided by STARLINK, if you are working away from home, the dining table easily converts to a large workstation, allowing you to work in a peaceful and quiet atmosphere.
A short walk across the fields will bring you to the popular village pub The Martlet and the renowned White Post Cafe both less than a mile away.
On the outskirts of Exmoor National Park and the AONB's of the Quantocks and the Blackdown Hills, there are plenty of opportunities for exploring, hiking, and cycling. In addition, the coasts of North Devon and Somerset, the Jurassic coast of Dorset, and the South Devon seaside resorts are under an hours drive.
Less than half a mile from two cycling routes and with a multitude of other cycling routes nearby, Otters Holt offers secure storage in the stairwell for your bicycles complete with hanging hooks for your helmets and wet weather gear
Guest access
Guests have the exclusive use of a private patio and charcoal BBQ. Guests have dedicated off-street parking and a private entrance which leads upstairs to the apartment. As you would expect from a building of over 600 years old, there are VERY LOW BEAMS within the apartment which add to the charm of Otters Holt at Chipley Escapes. The driveway is shared with the owners who live on site.
Other things to note
As part of your welcome pack you will receive a Breakfast Hamper comprising a freshly baked sourdough loaf, home made jam, freshly baked scones and clotted cream, organic apple juice pressed from the owners own apple trees and a small pat of butter (minimum 2 night stays only). Milk, tea, coffee and sugar are provided. Gluten and dairy free or vegan diets can be accommodated.
During the summer, guests will enjoy freshly picked jugs of flowers on the bedsides, and fresh fruit and vegetables from the kitchen garden are available to purchase.
On cooler evenings, guests can light the log burner and get cosy by the fire playing board games or watch TV. Enough logs and kindling are provided for your first night. Further logs are available to purchase in nearby Wellington.
There is a guest folder with information on activities, local dog walks and suggested excursions and restaurants. A selection of guide books are also available.
Otters Holt has high speed broadband for guests working away from home.
As animal lovers, we welcome well-behaved dogs and dog treats, blankets, and poo bags are provided to make your dogs stay as comfortable as yours. We politely request that dogs are not left alone in Otters if you go out and are kept off the beds and furniture.
Otters Holt at Chipley Escapes is set within a medieval manor and has characterful LOW BEAMS AND CEILINGS as you would expect from a property of more than 600 years. It is accessed via stairs to the first floor. It is probably not suitable for people with mobility issues or guests who are very tall!
Inclusivity and providing a safe and inviting space to stay is important to us, and we welcome bookings from the LGBTQ+ community.
Smoking and vaping is strictly prohibited in any area of Chipley Escapes including the outside space
