Guests say
Magnolia Barn is highly praised for its cleanliness, comfort, and prime location in Somerset. Guests appreciate the well-stocked facilities, the dog-friendly paddock, and the proximity to local attractions. The cosy atmosphere and friendly owners contribute to a pleasant stay, with some minor suggestions for improvements.
The property consistently receives high marks for cleanliness, with numerous guests noting it as one of the cleanest places they've stayed. A few minor comments about kitchenware cleanliness slightly affect the score.
The location is frequently described as excellent, with easy access to local amenities and attractions. The village setting and nearby pubs add to the appeal, although one mention of a tricky driveway exit slightly impacts the score.
Comfort is a strong point, with special mentions of comfy beds and a cosy living space. Some guests felt the living room size and bedroom storage could be improved, which is reflected in the score.
Facilities are generally well-received, with a well-equipped kitchen and good bathroom facilities. However, comments about the need for additional kitchen equipment and minor maintenance issues lead to a slightly lower score.
While guests are pleased with the overall experience, there is insufficient information regarding thoughtful touches such as gifts to accurately score this category. Therefore, the score is set to null.
About this property
Beautifully finished and decorated in a quintessential cottage style, Magnolia Barn is a wonderful barn conversion offering four guests a base for their exciting exploration of Somerset. Resting in the equally charming village of Mark, Magnolia Barn is within easy reach of the delights of the seaside, as well as the wonders of the Mendip Hills and plenty more. After a walk around the local area, step into this home-from-home and leave your boots and coats in the handy boot room before walking into the country style kitchen diner, admiring the tiled floors and pretty dining table and chairs. Gather around the table in the evening for quality time at the end of the day, with the kitchen well-equipped with all you need for creating your favourite meals, including an electric oven and hob, microwave and fridge/freezer at your fingertips, while a handy washing machine can be found at one end of the room along with a cloakroom. Relax into your surroundings in the sitting room, complete with an armchair, a plush three seater sofa to sink into and a TV to entertain, or make the most of the warm weather in the summer months by spending time outside in the enclosed patio garden, with a barbecue and seating too! Head upstairs to discover a beautiful master bedroom with a king-size bed, decorated with grey hues and soft blues and complemented by a stunning en-suite bathroom. A bright and airy twin bedroom offers two further guests a tranquil sleeping spot, served by the sleek shower room where a large walk-in shower awaits. The charming village of Mark, set amidst the Somerset Levels, is home to two lovely pubs within walking distance, perfect for enjoying a local pint, as well as a village shop so all your essentials for a self-catered stay are covered! Set off on local walks in the area, head out on an adventures cycle or find one of the several fishing lakes in the area for a spot of peace and quiet on the water. A scenic drive will bring you up to the amazing Cheddar Gorge just inside the Mendip Hills AONB, with these cathedral-like caves home to over 9000 years of human history, you can embark on the Cheddar Gorge Walk and discover this amazing natural wonder. Have some fun at Cheddar Crazy Golf while you're there and visit The Cheddar Gorge Cheese Company for a cheese souvenir from the birthplace of Cheddar! Head to the seaside to Burnam-on-Sea with golden sandy beaches for fun days in the sun and plenty of seaside shops and entertainment, with the Apex Leisure & Wildlife Park spanning 42 acres and home to duck-filled lakes, fishing and a skate park. Further north is Brean Theme Park and Animal Farm Adventure Park, whilst the popular town of Weston-super-Mare is another sunny seaside location with a fantastic beach, a grand pier, a golf club and great events all year round like the Weston Sand Sculpture Festival! Head to north Somerset to Magnolia Barn for a wonderful holiday making memories with your loved ones.
Mark is the name of a small village in the wondrous county of Somerset, sitting just over five miles from the coast at Burnham-on-Sea, and under ten miles from the famous Cheddar Gorge. Enjoy this charming village as a great base for touring this area of the UK, with plenty of amenities to see you through your self-catered stay including a local village shop and two pubs. Visit the wonderful Mendip Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty for lots of walking opportunities, as well as Cheddar Gorge, while Apex Leisure & Wildlife Park await you by the seaside along with much more.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size with en-suite bath, shower over, basin, heated towel rail and WC, 1 x twin.
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Cloakroom with basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Sitting room
Calor gas central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for two cars.
Enclosed garden with patio, barbecue and seating.
One well-behaved pet welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.7 miles, pub 0.5 miles.
Note: You are also welcome to exercise your four-legged friend in the owner's paddock.
Note : The external steps on the images are not used to access the property.
Nearby points of interest
- Cheddar Gorge Caves
- Hestercombe Gardens
Reviews (49)
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Mark
Disappointed upon arrival but a lovely cottage. The settee and chair dated and uncomfortable similar problen with the beds...The en suite was a nightmare to have a shower as minimal space to access the bath. Other issues just want be booking again......
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Janet
Some nice touches with milk in the fridge & tea/coffee available when we arrived. Plenty of information about the property & surroundings with lots of âto doâ leaflets to help us plan our days. The field to exercise the dog was a godsend as was the information about the walking routes. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would recommend to anyone.
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Suzanne
The barn is absolutely beautiful and the paddock very handy to walk our dog. The beds were very comfy and we had everything we needed for our stay. The barn is very handy for visiting the beaches at Burnham on Sea & Weston Super Mare. Wedmore & Cheddar are not too away far either. We found the decor tired in some parts of the barn. There was no broom to sweep the kitchen floor and the vacuum was full. The smell coming from it wasn't very nice either. The sofa had visible marks on it. The shower in the main bathroom could do with a deep clean. The shower head was dirty. Just needs a little tlc.