The Stables, Churchstanton, Taunton, Somerset, England - Sleeps 2

About The Stables

Our accommodation

Looking for a relaxing holiday with the freedom to explore? Escape to a world of elegance, comfort, and tranquillity at Cleve Farm. Stay in luxurious self-catering holiday cottage that combines old-world charm with the comfort of modern living. Bronze Winner of the Bristol, Bath & Somerset Tourism Awards: Self-Catering Accommodation of the Year 2022/2023!

Set in the Blackdown Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and located between the M5 and A303, Cleve Farm is the ideal base for exploring the cultural and natural wonders of Somerset, Dorset (including the Jurassic Coastline), and Devon. For outdoor enthusiasts, there’s an abundance of activities to enjoy, such as countryside walks, cycling through lanes and gentle hills, and tennis. The nearest towns of Taunton, Honiton and Wellington are each just over 10 miles away, while the village of Churchinford, with its local pub and village store and post office, is only about 2 miles away.

Our accommodations are thoughtfully designed with your comfort in mind, offering a harmonious blend of rustic charm and modern sophistication, including Starlink internet. Surrounded by peaceful countryside and outstanding views, Cleve Farm provides the perfect setting for an unforgettable stay, romantic escape, and peaceful retreat. There is an additional cottage on site with similar specifications to The Stables (sleeps 2, king size bed) if you are planning to travel with another couple.

We offer flexible booking options for our guests: Arrive any day of the week from a single night to two weeks or longer — perfectly tailored to suit your needs. Please see examples of our seasonal pricing for 7 nights below. For more details, including pricing, availability and booking, please visit our website at www.gocountryside.uk or call 07375 077551.

The surrounding area

The Blackdown Hills AONB is a spectacular landscape with miles of footpaths, bridleways and cycling routes for fun days of exploration and adventure. Local walks include the nature reserve at Otterhead Lakes, once part of an expansive Victorian country estate and now a peaceful habitat with a diverse mix of flora and fauna. Stretch your legs walking around Brimley Hill Mire with features unique to the Blackdown Hills, or go a little further to the beautiful Gotleigh and Southey Moors. Some guests may be interested in RAF Upottery, a WWII airfield used by the RAF and United States Air Force and Navy during the D-Day operations. Other heritage sites in the Blackdown Hills include Dunkeswell Abbey and the Wellington Monument.

The Stables is only 20-minutes from the M5 (junction 25) or A303 and easy to get to places like Taunton, Wellington and Honiton for some shopping and sightseeing. Exeter's shops and cathedral are around a 40-minute drive from the cottage, while Glastonbury and Glastonbury Tor are around an hour's drive hour through stunning Somerset countryside and Cheddar Gorge, Bath and Bristol over an hour. Many supermarkets deliver groceries to The Stables, as do Riverford and Able & Cole. You can also pick up essentials at the village shops in Churchinford and Hemyock.

If you're looking for a proper welly-wearing countryside holiday, you'll find it a t The Stables. The modern cottage has gorgeous countryside walks from the door. It is available for bookings all year round.