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In peaceful rural location within walking distance of lovely pub, near Bath.

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Sitting room with wood-burner and circular stone staircase hidden in the corner.
sitting room
Hand-built kitchen (by Paul Riggs of Frome)
Kitchen and dining area.
Kitchen and dining area.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4126 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Hinton Blewett, ENG
  • Chew Valley Lake
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Mendip Hills
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Thermae Bath Spa
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Bristol (BRS-Bristol Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

In peaceful rural location within walking distance of lovely pub, near Bath.

Poppies is a 17th century stone cottage. It is situated in the grounds of the owner’s property in the conservation area of Hinton Blewett. The cottage enjoys views across open countryside and has been thoughtfully restored with the environment in mind.The heating and hot water are provided by an air source heat pump and solar thermal. It is an easy walk up to the village pub, which is highly rated by guests. The Chew Valley lake is a 10 minute drive, where you can enjoy bird-watching, walking and fishing. The Salt and Malt is an award-winning fish and chip restaurant overlooking the lake.
The accommodation offers two bedrooms: a main bedroom with superking-size bed which can be converted to twin beds on request and a smaller double bedroom. Bathroom: with a roll-top bath and overhead shower plus WC. Separate WC on the ground floor. Sitting room with flagstone floor (and rug), sofa and armchairs, feature fireplace and wood-burner and smart TV. The kitchen (with hand-built solid wood units) /diner has a flagstone floor, electric oven, fridge/freezer and microwave oven. There is a utility room with washing machine and electric airer. Outside there is a gravelled courtyard with a paved seating area in front of the cottage, flowerbeds and a bench in the corner which catches the afternoon sun. Amenities: parking for two cars in courtyard.

Property manager

Judith
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Languages

English, French, German

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Small children will need careful supervision.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Up to 2 well-behaved dogs.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No dogs upstairs or on furniture, nor left alone in the cottage Please sort and recycle rubbish. Please clean and tidy the cottage before departure.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bristol

Located in Bristol, this cottage is in a rural area. Bristol Hippodrome Theatre and Roman Baths are cultural highlights, or if an activity is on the agenda, check out Thermae Bath Spa. Travelling with kids? Consider We The Curious, or check out an event or a game at Ashton Gate Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Hinton Blewett, ENG

What's nearby

  • Chew Valley Lake - 5 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Mendip Hills - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Cheddar Gorge - 19 min drive - 20.5 km
  • Thermae Bath Spa - 22 min drive - 23.8 km
  • Roman Baths - 24 min drive - 24.8 km

Getting around

  • Keynsham Station - 19 min drive
  • Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Red Lion - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Railway Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Salt & Malt - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Woodford Lodge - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Old Station Inn - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is In peaceful rural location within walking distance of lovely pub, near Bath. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at In peaceful rural location within walking distance of lovely pub, near Bath.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at In peaceful rural location within walking distance of lovely pub, near Bath.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is In peaceful rural location within walking distance of lovely pub, near Bath. located?

This family-friendly Bristol cottage is located in a rural location, within 2 mi (3 km) of Chew Valley and Mendip Hills. Chew Valley Lake is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away.

Reviews

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Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 222 out of 243 reviews
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ian P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous cottage
We spent a week at Poppies and the whole experience was wonderful. The cottage was perfect as was the location. We very much look forward to returning some time in the near future.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent cottage to explore the area
Excellent cottage to explore the area
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

steve r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfy, warm, homely, inviting and restful.
Judith was helpful, genuine and made us feel welcome. The area is lovely, the pub is great with some characters and charming people and food. Made our dog feel comfortable and welcome. Would go back for another weekend stay. Th aka everyone
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jochen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cottage
Absolutely enjoyed our stay of a few nights during February. Beautiful and well presented cottage equipped with everything you need to make this a perfect stay. Host is very friendly and approachable.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
60th birthday celebration
We came here with our daughter and partner to celebrate my 60th birthday. My brother, his partner and son joined us for the Saturday, first at the excellent 'ring o bells' pub then a buffet lunch at Poppies. Thank you for making my 60th a day (weekend) a time to remember.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
The owners meet us there with the fire on and we’re very helpful. Lovely location we went to the Christmas market in Bath and walking enjoying a meal at the litton which was nice
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family break
Lovely cottage that was equipped with everything you could think of. Great location. Lovely time spent playing the games in the cottage with the family. Would definitely recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Cottage
We have just arrived back from our 5 night stay at the Poppies. This is a lovely little cottage and had everything we needed. It’s a great base to go exploring all the surrounding areas. We had a lovely stay. Thank you Judith 😀
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Celia K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family holiday
Lovely cottage in a rural setting. Easy drive to Park and Ride to visit Bath. Would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vikki R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Third time at Poppies
Home from home, we are repeat visitors. A comfy cottage recently upgraded with solar and air source heat pump, and log burner.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Happy short break
Another (stayed before) very enjoyable easy stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful cottage in a pretty village.
Fantastic cottage packed with charm in a wonderful rural location. Equipped with everything you'll ever need and a village pub that serves outstanding food. Served as an ideal base for us to explore Somerset and treat our 17 1/2 year old Border Terrier to a relaxing gentle holiday, taking in the best of Wells, Cheddar, Mells, Stonehenge and Glastonbury. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place to stay
Lovely place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gillian S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pleasant week just what we needed
Lovely stay in rural relaxing location lots to see and do in the surrounding area. Local pub was lovely . Cottage well equipted and owner very pleasant
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hazel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect base for local attractions
We had a lovely peaceful stay. It is perfect for day trips to cheddar gorge, Wookey hole, Weston-super-Mare and also Glastonbury. There were a lovely selection of games to play in the evening too. Also the local pub (3min walk) us absolutely perfect after a long day exploring
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Flemming P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice stay
We went for a 7 nights stay. We came from Denmark and it’s really nice at Poppies. The location close to the pub is brilliant. The pub is really high quality food. I will recommend to go to Wells for to days instead of Bath.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

mark c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautifully presented
Thoughtfully equipped: very impressive
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely peaceful cottage
We have just returned from a 5 night stay at this lovely cottage. Perfectly suited our needs for exploring North Somerset. It was warm, spotlessly clean and Judith was a perfect host
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jackie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a lovely peaceful stay
Cottage was beautiful and cozy close to amenities nice log pub would recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matt M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Brilliant little cottage
Had an amazing few days catching up with friends and family, the cottage had ever We needed
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anish T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Idyllic countryside cottage
A very charming cottage in a quiet village a short drive away from Bath. We had a very relaxing time during our stay, the cottage was very cosy and comfortable. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
February break
Lovely cottage and great host. We had a fantastic time.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Peaceful Area
Really enjoyed our stay with Judith. Cottage has all you need. Ring o Bells 5 minute walk. You need a car to stay here and you need to be aware when driving on the very narrow lanes. Wonderful stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable place in a great location
Really enjoyed my stay. Everything you could ever need is provided with some generous extras too. Judith explained things very clearly and then left me to my privacy. Great location to reach some great birding spots (my thing). Would definitely stay again. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location for Wells and Bath, but not too far from westin super mare,
Easy to book, 1st time using vrbo, would use again
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

About the host

Hosted by Judith

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I am a qualified languages teacher, but began my career in broadcasting at the BBC and BFBS. I'm really enjoying my state of semi-retirement which has enabled me to pursue my many interests, not least walking and bird watching. I love living in the Chew Valley which has so much to offer and I look forward to sharing its delights with my guests. While it is situated in beautiful countryside, it is within easy reach of Bristol, Bath and Wells. The former are particularly good for lovers of history, theatre, cinema and art. My two grown-up sons also enjoy coming home to the peace and quiet of the Chew Valley.

Why they chose this property

I moved to the Chew Valley from London with my family over twenty years ago and I have never regretted doing so. Greenway Cottage was an empty shell and Poppies was derelict when we came here. I began work on renovating Poppies in 2011, slowly restoring it and finally finishing furnishing it this year! A lot of love and attention to detail has gone into this work, and I hope you will love it as much as I do. I care passionately about the natural world and the environment, so Poppies has been restored with this in mind. It is equipped with solar thermal and photovoltaic panels (discreetly situated on the field facing side of the roof). Both properties have original circular stone staircases, though the one in Poppies is purely decorative and now serves as a bookshelf. It is an ideal situation: very rural and yet so close to centres of culture and shops! Despite its rural location, it is very accessible, by car at least. Sadly public transport is very limited.

What makes this property unique

The unique benefits are: peace and quiet with lovely views and a network of public footpaths on the doorstep and yet so close to Wells, Bath,Cheddar, Bristol, Glastonbury and many other places of interest. You can walk to the village pub which has great views and serves excellent food.
There are so many interesting places nearby, not least Holt Farm, the home of Yeo Valley, producers of organic dairy products. They have a fabulous garden which is open to visitors on certain days and an amazing workers canteen which is now open to the public for lunch (booking in advance essential) or coffee. It's worth exploring their website. https://www.yeovalley.co.uk/the-valley/events-in-the-valley. Camely Lodge is twenty minutes away on foot and there are two farm shops with restaurants and cafes if you are up for a longer walk! Farrington Farm also offers a host of activities for children. Chew Valley Lake is 5 minutes drive away.

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English, French, German

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