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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

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

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Hinton Blewett, ENG
  • Place, Chew Valley
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Chew Valley Lake
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Cheddar Gorge
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bristol (BRS-Bristol Intl.)
    ‪17 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. In 2025 we had a pair of spotted flycatchers nesting in the alcove next to the front door of Poppies from June to mid July. Guests may be asked to make some adjustments to
enable these increasingly rare birds to breed successfully.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please leave the property in a clean and tidy state.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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. Thermae Bath Spa and Farrington Park Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit The Clifton Arcade and We The Curious. Travelling with kids? Consider Clifton Observatory, 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 - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Mendip Hills - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Chew Valley Lake - 6 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Cheddar Gorge - 21 min drive - 22.5 km
  • Bath Spa University - 27 min drive - 26.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Salt & Malt - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Ring O Bells, Compton Martin - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Red Lion - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Ring O' Bells - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Hunters Rest Inn Clutton - ‬9 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 3:30 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.

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 thirty 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 in 2016. 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) .Hating is provided by an air source heat pump. 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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