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Bishops Gate with large private garden
Kitchen-dining room with range cooker
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Bishops Gate, Wiveliscombe

Wiveliscombe
Excellent
2 reviews
  • 6
    Guests
  • 3
    Bedrooms
  • 2
    Bathrooms
  • Sorry,
    No pets
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Bishops Gate is part of a historic gatehouse that was once the entrance to the Bishop of Wells' Palace, when he moved to Somerset. The cottage now offers spacious holiday accommodation for up to 6 guests in three double bedrooms. There is a large, private and enclosed garden and plenty of parking.

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Bishops Gate oozes history and charm - the Roman arch is even listed in the Domesday Book. The walled garden borders the church next door giving a feeling of space and tranquillity. The cottage offers a relaxed vibe and we suggest it's a perfect base for a country break yet within walking distance of all the amenities this historical town has to offer. 

Sleeps up to 6 guests
Three double bedrooms
Two upstairs bathrooms plus a downstairs loo
Spacious, enclosed and private garden
Ample private parking at the end on the garden
Wifi, heating and electricity included
Bed linen and Towels provided
Arrive from 4 pm
Depart by 10 am

Entrance to the property is via the front door under the Roman arch. A small hallway with some hooks for hanging coats just inside the door, and a downstairs cloakroom off the hall. The kitchen-dining room is spacious and well-equipped. There is also a good-sized living room with wood-burner on the ground floor. Upstairs there are three double bedrooms and two bathrooms.

Security deposit
A security deposit of £60 is required when booking this property. This will be added to the total price of your booking, and will be refunded 48 hours after your stay unless the owner discovers damage to the property or its contents after your departure.  

Sorry, no dogs permitted at Bishops Gate.

Appliances and amenities

  • Linen provided,Towels provided
  • High chair
  • Iron and board
  • TV
  • Dishwasher,Washing machine,Clothes dryer
  • Fridge,Freezer,Cooker,Toaster,Microwave
  • Fan
  • Electric vehicle charge point
  • Games room
  • Central heating
  • Kettle
  • Bath
  • Wi-Fi available
  • Hair dryer
  • Log fire
  • Breakfast included
The family-sized kitchen is finished with granite worktops and a wooden kitchen table. There is an electric range oven, along with all the usual appliances such as kettle, toaster, washing machine.

Heating and electricity is included in the price of the accommodation. There is a wood-burner in the living room, some logs and kindling will be provided.

Bed linen and towels are provided.

Wifi is available at no extra charge.

Outside the Property

  • BBQ
  • Parking
  • private garden (not enclosed)
  • Jacuzzi or hot tub
  • Shared garden
  • private garden (enclosed)
  • Balcony or terrace
  • Sea view
  • Secure parking
  • Detached Property
  • Pool (communal)
  • Pool (private)
The large cottage garden is walled so is very private.  There is an outside table and chairs and a summer house.

It's an easy walk (approx 5 mins) into the town for eating out and local shops.  There is a award winning butcher and a stunning coffee house in a historic building called the Court House - well worth a visit. 

There are external security cameras in place which cover the entrance/exit areas of the property. These are non-audio security cameras.

Parking

There is ample private parking for 3 or 4 cars on the gravelled driveway at the end of the garden. The parking areas is not enclosed, but it is for guests sole use.

Electric vehicle charge point

Pets

Pets not allowed

Dog(s)

Cat(s)

Horses

Restricted Mobility

Restricted mobility

Not suitable

Wheelchair users

Not suitable

Children

Suitable for children

Cot

Highchair

Health & safety

Christmas / New Year

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The region

Wiveliscombe is on the border of Exmoor National Park and the Quantock Hills, which is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB).  It's just 15 minutes in the car to the Quantocks where there are fantastic walks and stunning views. 

Wiveliscombe is a former market and cloth...
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Our favourite teahouse The Courthouse is located in the centre of the village in a stunning listed building. It has a wonderful atmosphere for tea, coffee, cakes, lunch and general browsing. Open 9:30-5pm daily, but sadly closed on Sundays. 

You can get wholesome food at the White Hart pub (and they do a full English breakfast from 8:30-11am) 
The Bear pub has a good vibe and is always full of locals, best in the summer when you can enjoy the beer garden. They have a wood burning oven and do great pizzas.

More food in the village…

New restaurant Duende - 01984 624 650 headed by a Gary Rhodes Chef. You should book. In the evenings they do a set menu and it is truly delicious. A bit more pricy than other local places but you will not forget it and I expect people drive a long way to come here! 

Indian restaurant - Taste of Spice 01984 624545
Chinese takeaway - 01984 624878 
There is also a takeaway chippy around the corner.

Brazier coffee house in Wellington is also a must. They have a delicious breakfast menu and are also a coffee roasters so are a great place to stock up on good coffee! 

The White Post teahouse is a lovely place to go and enjoy the garden and good food.
Address:White Post Nursery, Langford Budville, Wellington, Somerset. TA21 0RW

Another good pub in the area  (probably better eating than our village pubs) is  The Globe, in Milverton . 

Below are some great heritage sites to visit in the area:

Cleeves Castle
Dunster Castle
Hestercombe Gardens
Taunton Castle (the museum of Somerset)
Barrington Court











Link to some good walks around Wiveliscombe

https://www.mapmywalk.com/gb/wiveliscombe-eng/

We are also a 10-15min drive to the Quantock hills 

https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/fyne-court/features/explore-the-quantock-hills

We also have a large outdoor village pool. 

https://wiveypool.net

Recommended transport links

Airport

Bristol

ferry port

Portsmouth or Plymouth

Train station

Taunton

Car required

car not necessary

More tips on how to get there

Wiveliscombe is served by good transport links from nearby Taunton which as a mainline train station. Full arrival information will be given once your booking is paid for in full.


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