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Nempnett Farmhouse

Nempnett Thrubwell near Blagdon, Somerset (Ref. 1151124)

Customer rating

5.0★

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  • 12 Guests

  • 5 Bedrooms

  • 3 Bathrooms

  • Pets Yes

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Features

  • Hot tub
  • Off road parking
  • Open fire
  • Garden / Patio
  • Cot available
  • Highchair available
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Games Room
  • Broadband / WiFi

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65 Customer Review(s)

  • Diane

    “The place was clean, and had everything you might reasonably want (despite one of us wanting TV's in every bedroom :-) ).”

    The beds were really comfortable. The hot tub was a welcome addition, and there were no major problems - except it took us nearly a week to find the instruction booklet - perhaps this would be better placed so that it was one of the first things you saw as you came in? so the not so good things. 1) Although the farmhouse is not advertised as wheelchair friendly, one of us walked with a stick all of the time, and their balance was not great, so... a) The stair case on the main side - ...

    The beds were really comfortable. The hot tub was a welcome addition, and there were no major problems - except it took us nearly a week to find the instruction booklet - perhaps this would be better placed so that it was one of the first things you saw as you came in? so the not so good things. 1) Although the farmhouse is not advertised as wheelchair friendly, one of us walked with a stick all of the time, and their balance was not great, so... a) The stair case on the main side - you cannot hold onto the banister rail at the top. b) None of the baths or shows had grip rails. c) None of the showers had somewhere to put your soap, shampoo, etc whilst in the shower. d) All of the baths and showers could do with a "grip mat", otherwise they are quite slippery. e) The hot tub could do with a rail to grip as you get in and out - one of us slipped on the wet stairs and went flying. f) The step up and downs between rooms is not clear - some indication on the steps that there is a step would be useful - perhaps hazard tape or white paint? None of these would cost the earth, but would be so useful. 2) Not the farm house's fault, but the roads are so narrow, that quite a few times we had to reverse to find somewhere we could pull in and let tractors etc pass - a natural hazard of the area, I know, but some mention in the description would be nice. 3) the availability of things to do - all of the leaflets were in a hall desk drawer - it might have been nice to know where to look - perhaps a stand on the desk iteself? 4) A list of takeaways that would deliver to the farmhouse would have been useful.

    - Diane, September 2026

    Hi Diane, thank you for your review, we're pleased to hear you found the house clean, and the beds comfortable. Apologies if you couldn't find the welcome/instruction booklet that was in the kitchen, we will pop it on the island going forward, I wish you had asked about this during our many messages exchanged and I could've pointed you in the right direction. We haven't put TV's in every room as we think its nice to come away without the added distraction of lots of technology, we want people to escape it. We’re also really pleased the steaks you bought from us at our open farm ‘were the nicest ribeye steaks we have ever had the pleasure of eating. They just melted in the mouth.’ We appreciate the kind feed back. I'm sorry to hear that you didn't think everything was good, unfortunately due to the age (450 years) and location of the house we can't change the interior steps, this is why we do not state we are wheelchair friendly. We do have note on the webpage stating 'There are steps to the interior and exterior; please take care', sorry if you missed this prior to booking. With regards to the steps not being clear, its really tricky to stick anything to the step going down into the living room as its carpet and we are aware there are quite a few signs up already throughout the house, but I’ll can see what we can do. The step in the hallway is stained a darker shade to make it stand out. We are aware the house isn't wheelchair friendly which is why we have been very honest on the listing stating there are steps internally and externally. With regards to the hand rail on the stairs, the small section that you cannot wrap you entire hand around unfortunately cannot be changed very easily as it would mean taking the entire staircase down and putting in a new slimmer staircase, which isn't a feasible option. We're so sorry you didn't find the two bath mats that are provided in the cupboard upstairs, we wish had mentioned this during our text conversations prior to and during your stay and I could've pointed you in the right direction. Due to the house not being classed as wheelchair friendly, we do not have to legally put hand rails in the shower and it is clear from the photographs on the listing that we do not have these or shampoo holders. The lip around the edge of the shower can be used to place your shampoo etc on, however we have taken this on board and will look into options. We have taken note of the need of a rail to enter the hot tub and will see what we can do, again I wish you had mentioned this when we were chatting as i could've tried to sort it that week. The location and address of the farmhouse is accurate on the listing, this is something we cannot change, and like you said in your message about how lucky I am to live in this area, it really is beautiful, quiet and peaceful and unfortunately that means sometimes we have to reverse for tractors and cars, but i'll take that over being stuck in traffic ;). Really sorry you couldn't find all the leaflets, we keep them in the draw as there are so many its hard to keep them tidy. There is also a huge list of things to do in the welcome booklet if the leaflets don't get spotted right away, again this is why I always contact guests prior to their stay so they have my number to hand should they have any questions. There is limited availability in regards to take aways due to the location of the house. In the information booklet there is an extensive list of places to eat. All in all, we're very sorry your stay wasn't what you hoped and we wish you well. kind regards, Meg. Property Owner

Summary

  • Five bedrooms: 2 x super-king-size, 1 x king-size, 1 x twin, 1 x family room (accessed via a separate staircase) with super-king-size and two singles
  • Bathroom with roll-top bath, walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail, and WC
  • Ground-floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, heated towel rail, and WC
  • Shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail, and WC
  • Kitchen/diner
  • Utility
  • Dining room
  • Sitting room with woodburning stove
  • Two massage chairs in the hallway
  • Study
  • External games room (unheated) with table tennis, pool table and dart board (can only be used between 8am until 10pm)
  • Biomass central heating and solar panels for electricity
  • Range cooker with electric oven and gas hob, microwave, 2 x fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, cafetiere
  • 2 x Smart TVs, DVD player, Amazon Echo in the kitchen, Superfast Fibre WiFi
  • Fuel, power, and starter pack for woodburning stove inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Highchair, travel cot, stairgate and toddler’s toilet seat all available on request
  • Off-road parking for 8 cars with additional roadside parking
  • Enclosed rear garden with lawn, patio, furniture, charcoal BBQ, hot tub, and slide
  • One well-behaved dog welcome
  • Dogs are not allowed upstairs
  • Sorry, no smoking
  • Shop and pub 2.7 miles, Blagdon Lake 2 miles
  • Note: The property rests next to the owner's working farm
  • Note: There are steps to the interior and exterior; please take care
  • Note: The well does have a cover
  • Note: Arrival time from 4pm, departure before 10am
  • Note: No Stag or Hen parties, but please contact us to enquire
  • Note: All bedroom blinds and curtains are blackout-lined
  • Note: The owner of this property can only facilitate changeovers on a Friday or a Monday
  • Note: New Year 2026 - If you should wish to make a booking from Monday 28th December 2026, please contact us.

The property

Blagdon 2.7 miles.

Nempnett Farmhouse rests rurally in Nempnett Thrubwell near Blagdon, Somerset, a stunning, five-bedroom abode.

Offering a spacious base for a family of twelve, Nempnett Farmhouse rests near the Mendip Hills AONB, a haven for walkers and outdoor enthusiasts, complete with a pet-friendly garden, private hot tub, and extensive living spaces.

Benefit from off-road parking for eight cars, before heading to your new abode, oozing character and charm.

Start your break in the utility, where you can store your walking boots and equipment, before reaching the well-equipped kitchen/diner, where you can prepare and enjoy mealtimes together.

For formal affairs, set the dining table, encompassed by original stonework and a feature fireplace, before heading outdoors to bask in your surroundings, with an enclosed rear garden to enjoy.

Relax with a soak in the hot tub, whilst listening to the delightful birdsong or stargazing in this lovely setting where there is little light pollution. Enjoy an evening of competition in the external games room (unheated) equipped with pool table, table tennis and darts.

On cooler nights, light the woodburning stove and cosy up in the sitting room, before retiring to one of five, well-appointed bedrooms; select between two super-king-size, a king-size, a twin, and a family room (which is accessed from a separate staircase via the hall).

Complete your morning routine in one of the spacious bathrooms, before finishing any work tasks in the study and enjoying an alfresco brunch in the garden.

Once you're ready to explore, head into Blagdon to stock up on the essentials, dine out, and visit Blagdon Lake.

Chew Valley Lake can also be reached within a short drive, ideal for families with it's cafe, fish and chip shop and children's play area.

Visit the quaint city of Wells, England's smallest city and home to Wells Cathedral and close to Wookey Hole Caves. Or head to the pretty town of Axbridge which will delight those keen on history and architecture. Travelling south will bring you to the Cheddar Gorge and Caves, and Gough's Cave, perfect for all the family to tour.

Bristol is within reach by car, where you can visit Bristol Aquarium, brush up on your local knowledge at the Bristol Museum & Art Gallery, or visit the Underfall Yard Visitor Centre, before dining out at a riverfront restaurant.

Round off your break near the coast, spending the day at The Grand Pier, Weston-Super-Mare Beach, the Water Adventure Play Park, and Weston Museum, before returning home in time for sundowners.

Experience the best of Somerset at Nempnett Farmhouse.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £250.

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About the location

BLAGDON

Weston-super-Mare 12.5 miles; Bristol 15 miles; Bath 19 miles

Blagdon is a friendly village and civil parish in the northern part of the Mendip Hills AONB. Boasting no less than 17 listed buildings as well as a 15th century church, it holds much interest. In terms of amenities, it offers two pubs, two convenience stores and a café. To the northeast of the village there is the Blagdon Lake where you can fish, also nearby are the Organic Gardens and a Yeo Valley dairy with a café. The Mendip Hills abounds in scenic walking and cycling country to make the most of. In the surrounding area there is certainly something to suit every taste including a traditional day at the seaside with Weston-super-Mare just 12 miles away, the striking cities of Bristol and Bath are also close by and are more than worth a look around as they display magnificent architecture as well as a vast array of first-class amenities and activities to keep you occupied during your visit.

Note: No Stag or Hen parties, but please contact us to enquire

Note: The owner of this property can only facilitate changeovers on a Friday or a Monday. Please be aware of this when making your reservation.

Note: New Year 2026 - If you should wish to make a booking from Monday 28th December 2026, please contact us.

Note: At certain times of year this property will accept short breaks: three nights minimum.

Note: Arrival time from 4pm, departure before 10am

Note: Dogs must not be allowed upstairs

Please note that electric vehicle (EV) charging is not permitted at this property. This includes charging from standard electrical outlets, extension cords, or any other power source on the premises.
Guests requiring EV charging are encouraged to use one of the nearby public charging stations during their stay.

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Off-season

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