Vacation rentals in Riding Gate

Oak Framed Home with Countryside Views

Get back in touch with nature at this luxury cabin nestled in a quiet hamlet. Find tranquility on the terrace surrounded by breathtaking views, or lounge amid thoughtful decor and chic modern finishes in the exposed oak beam interior. Blue Vale is brand new as of June 2018! We helped to design this green oak framed building and have been involved in the whole process of building it, doing much of it ourselves. For our colour scheme we have used different shades of blue throughout, playing on the name of Blue Vale. The furnishing and finishing touches are of a high standard to help promote a comfortable and luxurious finish. There is an eclectic style combining modern country with industrial finishes. Luxury, high thread cotton bedding and towels, large flat screen smart tv's and luxury Neals Yard toiletries help to give the top-end finishing touches we would appreciate if we stayed away from home. Blue Vale is completely self contained but sits in the grounds of our family home. The decked outdoor living space is screened by trellis on the garden side with fields on the other. You would be very welcome to walk around our garden. We can be as interactive as you wish. With living in the same grounds we are close at hand if needed. We will welcome you when you arrive but will be respectful of your privacy. The glorious Blackmore Vale landscape is a tapestry of farmed green fields with a sprinkling of English villages, of which Sandley is one. Walk out (or cycle, using our available bikes) onto country lanes and venture along a web of footpaths to discover this unspoilt part of Dorset. Visit Stourhead, stroll around the ancient towns of Sherborne or Shaftesbury or discover the beautiful Jurassic coast. Visit Longleat safari park, Haynes Motor Museum, Monkey world & Yeovilton Air Museum. Sandley is a quiet hamlet with the neighbouring village of Buckhorn Weston just a mile away. The Stapleton Arms pub can be found here. We are 10 minutes away from the towns of Gillingham and Wincanton where various supermarkets, shops and services are. There is a train station in Gillingham which has a direct route to London in less than 2 hours. The larger cities of Bath and Salisbury are less than an hours drive and it takes around an hour to drive to the beautiful Jurassic coastline. The historic towns of Shaftesbury and Sherborne are only 15 and 20 minutes away respectively. The quiet rural roads and bridleways of the Blackmore Vale are excellent for cycling and walking. Blue Vale is in the grounds of our family home. There is a one- bedroomed B&B facility on the ground floor of our home.

The Annex @ Wayside Cottage, Charlton Musgrove

Located in South Somerset and easily accessed from the A303, Charlton Musgrove is on the borders of Dorset and Wiltshire, and only 5 minutes away from Wincanton and its race course. The annex is self contained with its own parking, front door living/bedroom area, kitchen and shower room/toilet. A few strides from the friendly local pub The Annex provides an ideal base or stop off point for exploring all that the South West has to offer, which includes many local walks and places of interest.

The Old Silk Barn off Bruton High Street

The Studio at the Old Silk Barn is a newly created space for two people situated literally off Bruton High Street with its Michelin Star Restaurant, numerous art galleries, Museum, shops and restaurants. The space consists of a luxury kitchen & breakfast bar, sitting area, ingenious Italian Murphy bed, & is very comfortably & stylishly furnished. The apartment with underfloor heating, offers a large bathroom, TV, washer/dryer, dishwasher & everything needed for a comfortable self catered stay.

Farm Cottage in Idyllic Setting

Lovely cottage sitting in 33 acres of beautiful countryside with stunning views! On the edge of a pretty village with a great pub. Many excellent walks and other villages pubs/restaurants close by incl. The Newt gardens (1.5 miles), Bruton and Castle Cary (3 miles), Stourhead (6miles) The accommodation is stylish and bright with all mod cons. It has a private garden overlooking open fields. Both bedrooms have their own shower rooms. Private gym available with prior permission.

Godminster Manor Cottage

Set in a private cobbled courtyard on an organic farm, half a mile from Bruton, this old stone cottage has been lovingly restored. It has an inglenook fireplace, oak-framed roofs, flagstone and elm floors, with art and furniture collected over many years filling the rooms. Bruton is renowned for its restaurants and art galleries. The 'Newt in Somerset' is next door and there many other wonderful nearby destinations and beautiful walks from the farm within the surrounding countryside.

Modern & spacious house in the countryside.

The Pavilion is a modern, purpose built holiday house in the quiet Somerset village of Yarlington. It has all the conveniences: Wood burning stove, underfloor heating, Washer & tumble dryer, Iron & ironing board, fast fibre optic broadband and a charging station for an electric or plug in hybrid car, but sadly the mobile phone signal is very poor. The house is next to the pub and a stones throw from the church. The Newt and Hauser Wirth Gallery in Bruton are within a 15 minute drive.

Cosy Wiltshire cottage with views

A charming, one-bedroom, semi-detached cottage in a lovely peaceful setting with far-reaching views over beautiful countryside. Swallows End offers a relaxing hideaway for both business and holiday travellers. A short distance from both the A303 and Gillingham Station, which provide links to the West Country and London. The National Trust property, Stourhead is very close and for walkers, the Monarch's Way runs through the adjacent fields. Well situated for both Longleat and Bath.

Wykeham House

Relax and make some memories at this unique light and airy property with plenty of space for the whole family to enjoy. Set in one acre of grounds overlooking the Cale valley. Near town with 5 pubs , 3 coffee shops but still in the countryside. This secluded property has a wraparound terrace with wonderful woodland vistas ,the hot tub is undercover in the oak frame building which also has sun beds, a bar, a fire pit and 4 bikes for guests to use. Comfortably sleeps 12 people...

Stylish 2BR Barn conversion | Sunset Views

Beautifully renovated, spacious 2 bedroom barn conversion on a traditional Dorset farmyard. Ideal for couples, families, and dog-friendly stays. Set in the heart of the Blackmore Vale, The Flower Barn is half way between Sherborne and Shaftesbury, with quick access to A303 (20 mins) Perfect for short breaks, walking holidays, wedding guests, and half terms. Explore Stonehenge, Salisbury Cathedral, and the Jurassic Coast—all within an hour’s drive.

'Mill Street Cottage' -Explore Glorious Somerset

Situated in a quiet street in the Conservation area of the town Wincanton with its eclectic mix of independent shops and pubs, Mill Street Cottage is the perfect retreat to unwind. Recently renovated with relaxation and comfort in mind a warm welcome awaits you at this charming cottage. There are two bedrooms that can be configured with either 2 x King size beds or 1x King and 2 x Single beds to offer flexible accommodation for up to 4 guests.

Spacious annexe in beautiful Wincanton

A one bedroomed annexe off our main home. A very spacious double bedroom, bathroom, sitting room and 'kitchenette'. Plenty of easy parking space directly outside of the property. Set back slightly from West Hill on a small 3 house cul-de-sack. A 10 min walk to Wincanton high street with a range of pubs, cafe's, independent shops and takeaways. Huge range of local attractions including The Newt, Wincanton Racecourse, Longleat and Stourhead.

Unique Luxury Cottage in Bruton

St David’s Cottage is a unique, interior-designed, Georgian cottage right in the heart of the historic, fashionable town of Bruton. The cottage is ideally situated down a peaceful mews road, with its own secluded garden, replete with a hammered copper Japanese soaking bath. Relaxing, comfortable and incredibly convenient, this stylish retreat gives you easy access to the best that Somerset has to offer.