Poppy Lodge | Holiday Rental in Somerset, Somerset

Holiday home
Poppy Lodge is a quality detached lodge in the village of Charlton Horethorn in Somerset. The lodge has a king-size master bedroom with en-suite shower room, and two twin rooms which share the family bathroom. The open plan living area has a kitchen, dining area and sitting area. Outside is off road parking and a paved patio with furniture. Poppy Lodge is close to the towns of Sherborne and Wincanton, and is within easy reach of NT Stourhead, Glastonbury and Wells. Note: Maximum 6 people including infants. Note: Charging electric cars is not permitted at the property. Please note: no bookings for work purposes allowed.

Accomodation Details
All ground floor. Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size double with TV/Freeview and en-suite shower, basin and WC, 2 x twin. Bathroom with bath, shower cubicle, basin and WC. Open plan living area with fitted kitchen, dining area and sitting area with flame-effect electric fire.

Area
Charlton Horethorn is a pleasant Somerset village near the Dorset border, 5 miles from Wincanton and Sherborne. The village has a village green, village pub and store, and a post office. The surrounding area offers walking, historic buildings, fascinating museums and ancient towns.

Region
Somerset offers 3 areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty - the Quantock, Mendip and Blackdown Hills. Lose yourself in the glory of nature, take a ride on a steam train, visit a traditional farmers' market or explore your mystical side at Glastonbury.

Amenities
Calor gas central heating with electric fire in sitting area. Gas oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, 2 x TVs with Freeview, DVD player, WiFi, selection of books and games. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Off road parking for 2 cars. Rear paved patio with furniture. One well-behaved dog welcome (not to be left unattended in the property at any time.). Sorry, no smoking. Shop and pub less than 3 mins walk. Note: Although all ground floor, this property isn't suitable for wheelchair users. Note: Max 6 people including infants. Note: Charging electric cars is not permitted at the property. Please note: no bookings for work purposes allowed.

Margaret D

September 2021

Poppy Lodge is an ideal holiday venue, within easy reach of local attractions in both Somerset and Dorset. It is located in a most delightful and peaceful village, set amongst picturesque countryside and very near the local shop and a lovely pub restaurant. The lodge is situated in a quiet location with a view across open fields to the rear of the building. The owners live close by and are very helpful and friendly. The accommodation is very well laid out, extremely comfortable, very well-equipped and there is heating available if necessary. We also appreciated the significant effort that had been made to maintain the poppy theme throughout the lodge. The addition of a hand towel and egg poacher in the kitchen would have been useful and a dishwasher instead of a washing machine would be more convenient. Nevertheless it is by far the best self-catering accommodation that we have ever stayed in and is highly recommended.

Mr Lanham

August 2020

We would rather have had a dishwasher than a washing machine.. It also might be good to have a couple of fans for the very hot weather. Apart from that we had a very nice break, the Lodge was comfortable and the closeness of the Hotel and Village Store were great

Mrs Barnes

We had a wonderful family holiday staying in The Poppy Lodge.. It was very clean and comfortable, the facilities were excellent, everything you could have wanted. The owners were wonderful, we had a small issue where the microwave broke, we informed them, they took it away and the next day it was replaced with a brand new one! It was so lovely having chickens one side of the lodge and then a field out the back where there were sometimes cows, and they came right up to the fence which my kids loved lol. This is a fantastic holiday home, and we'd definitely go back and stay again!

Mrs Barnes, August 2020

July 2020

Excellent accommodation with lovely outdoor space.. Very welcoming. Great village .

Mrs Coates, July 2020

February 2020

Great location for visiting family in Sherborne and Bristol.. Not far off the A303. Had the weather been better then this would have been a lovely place to start and finish walks. Due to travel delay (channel ferry) we arrived far later then expected but this wasn't a problem. After a quick phone call alternative arrangements were made but the hosts still came out to welcome us when we arrived at 19:00. 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms were a bonus for us, as our kids like their own rooms. There was plenty of cupboard space not only in the bedrooms but also the kitchen and extra storage in the hall. . The kitchen had enough crockery and cooking gear for guests. Plenty of parking outside the lodge. The lodge was warm and welcoming and the nods to the name, Poppy Lodge, were fun. The garden and terrace looked lovely - places to enjoy in the summer. The eggs from the chickens were delicious ;-) We will certainly return to Poppy Lodge in the future. No dish washer (my fault for missing this but no big deal to wash up!) or hair drier just remember to bring the latter when you com

Ms Ellaby, February 2020

October 2019

The Lodge was better thank it looked in the picture .. It was spotless, comfortable ,and had everything you needed. It was lovely having chickens next to us.. The showers we amazingly powerful .The owners were really friendly and helpful. I would definitely recommend it to anyone.

Davis, October 2019

September 2019

We stayed here 4 years ago and knew what to expect

Mrs Webb

June 2019

Lovely bright lodge in a quiet peaceful area.. Owner very friendly and helpful. Booked lodge as birthday surprise and the recepient was delighted. Lodge was very clean and the welcome pack of tea and biscuits enjoyable. We would definetly book again and recommend this lodge for a holiday.

Mrs Milligan

March 2019

The lodge is in a beautiful village & the lodge living space is a lot bigger then the pictures show & getting to see the chickens & cows every morning was a added bonus.. The lodge was spotless & nice welcome pack off milk,biscuits & fresh eggs. In the kitchen bowls etc could be added to wash vegetables etc in also perhaps a dish to serve up in especially when there 6 off you(like salad bowl) also bigger chopping boards. The bedrooms are not a bad size for time you in them but think the storage in wardrobes could be a bit better with few shelves put in as no chest off drawers etc. Would defently stay again & recommend it for peace & quite

Mrs Proctor

December 2018

Brilliant lodge clean and got every thing you need it's like a home from home.. Owners are fantastic and friendly. Second time we've been and will most definitely be returning.

Mrs Weaver

October 2018

This is a lovely lodge in a quiet village location.. The cottage is spotless and great value for money. This is our second weekend break here and would book again if we needed to be in the area.

Mr Bland

September 2018

Lovely quiet setting, very well equipped lodge, great food at the local shop and pub all in all a great holiday, thank you..

Mrs Browne

August 2018

Excellent well appointed very clean accommodation.. Lovely to have milk, tea coffee & biscuits supplied-very welcome on arrival. Good location for days out in the area. Have already recommended to relatives for future family gatherings.

Mr Brackley

Great base for exploring, lodge was surprisingly larger than it looked.. Extremely comfortable and very clean

Mr Chamberlain

Lovely Lodge set in a beautiful village with very friendly locals (including chickens and cows).. Ideal location to get away from hussle and bussle.

Mrs Castel

July 2018

Very nice cottage in a lovely rural area.. Loads of space for the whole family, and we enjoyed having our meals on the patio which is very well furnished too. We recommend Poppy Lodge to any family in search of a quiet location. The next-door chickens are a bonus attraction for young - and less young - children !

Mr Mason

Lovely new lodge in excellent area , would recommend it to anyone

Ms Jahre

June 2018

Dirty carpets, washing machine full of towels, missing towels in two of the bedrooms, no mirrors in the two twin bedrooms, no hooks in bathrooms or bedrooms, no shelves for toiletries in en-suite bathroom, no remote control for tv in master bedroom, patio was cleaned at our request.. Shelves needed inside wardrobes. Box of windscreen wipers found under settee in living room. We believe the cottage is too small for six adults, especially the twin bedrooms. We would strongly recommend that owners should live in their rental accommodation for at least a couple of days and would then notice the little things missing, e.g. hooks.

Mrs Brook

May 2018

Poppy Lodge was in a great setting - very pretty gardens.. Chickens alongside were very 'watchable' , It was on a sloping plot with quite steep steps to the front door, but also a ramp to the side door. The lounge area was spacious but there was not a lot of room in the bedrooms so would be difficult for someone with mobility difficulties. We loved the atmosphere in the Lodge and the way it was furnished was lovely. It was very well equipped. We found lovely tea rooms in Sherborne and also Sherborne Castle is worth a visit. Wincanton is not far away and The Wagtail next to the Travelodge there offered good meals at ridiculously low prices. The Haynes Motor Museum is a short distance away and also worth a visit. We had a lovely week and thank the owners for letting us stay in their beautifully clean and well maintained lodge. It is worth noting that the directions to Poppy Lodge are in need of updating as the garage is no longer there.

Mrs Matthew

December 2017

Please see comments for Lavender Lodge - booked in tandem with Poppy.. We enjoyed our weekend

Mr. Tiller

April 2017

Lovely spot.. excellent pub nearby, which served superb food , and it was friendly

Mr Tiller, April 2017

October 2016

Great holiday lodge.. Bedrooms were nicely set up with lovely decor - all wardrobes were very spacious (but could do with some extra coat hangers & additional storage solutions such as shelves or drawers). Both bathrooms were superb with exceptional power showers & lots of hot water - main bathroom was very, very spacious. Dining table was very large with comfortable chairs, perfect for our family meals. Plenty of crockery & cutlery in the kitchen including plastic cups for the children. Saucepans weren't great, could do with an improved upgrade on these. Sofas were very comfortable, seated 4 adults no problem (not sure where an additional 2 adults would have sat though, our party was 4 adults & 2 children). 2 good flat screen TVs, 1 in the lounge area & 1 in the main bedroom, both attached to the wall - which was much appreciated as they were out of reach of the children. We would have appreciated the TV in the lounge area being larger, it would have made our film viewing in the evening much more enjoyable. Lovely garden & patio area with great views over the field behind us - this would benefit from a gate at the side of the lodge for peace of mind for any guests with children or dogs. Added highlight for us & our children was being right next to the chicken run, we got to watch them every morning after breakfast. The owners were all very friendly & had left some provisions at the lodge for when we arrived, which was a much appreciated welcome. Poppy Lodge is in a great location, this is a beautiful area & we had some great days out.

Mrs Neal, October 2016

Very nice owners of poppy lodge, and very helpful if needed..

Mr Knott

June 2016

Overall the cottage was very well equipped, clean, and modern.

Mrs Small, October 2016

Overall the cottage was very well equipped, clean, and modern..

Susan K

April 2016

Superb accommodation in a beautiful setting. Friendly and helpful owners on hand if you need them but not at all intrusive. The location is ideal for sightseeing and we visited the Muchelnley Abbey, Montacute House, Sherbourne castle and gardens, Glastonbury Abbey and Stonehenge. Our dog was on holiday with us and we were able to take him to all of these places which allowed dogs access to the grounds so we all enjoyed our holiday. My husband enjoyed the Haynes Motor museum and the Fleet Air Museum which is a short journey away. Poppy Lodge was the perfect place to return to each day. It is clean, warm and very comfortable. For provisions there is a Sainsburys supermarket in nearby Sherborne or Morrisons and Lidl in Wincanton. If you don't want to bother to cook there is a very nice hotel a short walk from the lodge serving delicious food.

heatherhr1

Fantastic find. Excellent, clean accommodation with everything you could need. Comfortable first class furnishings. Loved the chickens and enjoyed seeing the 'girls' every day. Close to the lovely town of Sherborne, not far to Haynes Motor Museum and close to supermarkets etc. Weymouth about 1 hour away. Lovely Easter break and the owners even left us a chocolate chicken treat.

Mrs Kavanagh

This is a lovely property in an ideal location for touring with lots of pet friendly places to visit in the area. I would highly recommend although you do need to book early. This property is popular and after spending a week here I can understand why.

Mr Knott, June 2016

This is a lovely property in an ideal location for touring with lots of pet friendly places to visit in the area.. I would highly recommend although you do need to book early. This property is popular and after spending a week here I can understand why.

Mrs Kavanagh, April 2016

We had a very relaxing time at Poppy Lodge.. The lodge was lovely and clean and like new. We will definitely go back again next year.

Mr Smith

November 2015

We had a very relaxing time at Poppy Lodge. The lodge was lovely and clean and like new. We will definitely go back again next year.

Mr Williams

September 2015

Had a wonderful holiday in Poppy Lodge! Everything was perfect and so quiet. The owners were lovely and very helpful.

Mrs Freeman

August 2015

It was very peaceful with lovely views, and the accommodation was excellent. Really enjoyed our stay.

Mrs Avey

A beautiful area with a secluded garden. We had a fantastic time and didn't want to leave.

Mr Williams, September 2015

It was very peaceful with lovely views, and the accommodation was excellent.. Really enjoyed our stay.

Mrs Nichols

July 2015

A lovely central place for sightseeing. A nice quiet cottage. The cottage was lovely and clean and plenty of crockery and cutlery in the kitchen.

Mrs Freeman, August 2015

A beautiful area with a secluded garden.. We had a fantastic time and didn't want to leave.

Mrs Avey, July 2015

A lovely central place for sightseeing.. A nice quiet cottage. The cottage was lovely and clean and plenty of crockery and cutlery in the kitchen.

Mr Wilkins

May 2015

Fantastic accommodation, a home from home. Everything was perfect. Would have no hesitation in recommending this holiday property to anyone. Like many others in the Visitors Book, we are going back again next year.

Mrs Russell

We were 3 generations in one cottage - teenage to 60 plus, and all were able to find space and comfort.

Scenic2012

Fantastic accommodation. Perfect in every way. Relaxing environment and yet so handy for tourist attractions in Somerset, Dorset and Wiltshire. We visited Minehead on the north coast and Poole and Weymouth on the south. The lodge has every convenience for a superb holiday and the quality and cleanliness is second to none. We are going back for another holiday next year.

Mrs Nichols, July 2015

Fantastic accommodation, a home from home.. Everything was perfect. Would have no hesitation in recommending this holiday property to anyone. Like many others in the Visitors Book, we are going back again next year.

Mr Foote

January 2015

Excellent quiet convenient location. Practical and functional dwelling suitable for families. Friendly hosts who would greet us. Special seasonal touches with Christmas decorations. Extra parking space for day visitors.

Mr Wilkin, May 2015

Excellent quiet convenient location.. Practical and functional dwelling suitable for families. Friendly hosts who would greet us. Special seasonal touches with Christmas decorations. Extra parking space for day visitors.

Mrs Herner

October 2014

Lovely country settting, very friendly and helpful owners.

Mrs Yorke

September 2014

A great location with nice scenery. Clean, comfy beds and was well equipped and modern.

Mr Foote, January 2015

Lovely country settting, very friendly and helpful owners..

Mrs Herner, September 2014

A great location with nice scenery.. Clean, comfy beds and was well equipped and modern.

Mrs Yorke, September 2014

July 2014

We were 3 generations in one cottage - teenage to 60 plus, and all were able to find space and comfort..

Mrs Wiley

May 2014

Lovely cottage in a very beautiful setting. The owners were very welcoming and accommodating. The surrounding area and village is absolutely breathtaking.

Mrs Russell, July 2014

Lovely cottage in a very beautiful setting.. The owners were very welcoming and accommodating. The surrounding area and village is absolutely breathtaking.

Mr Ciancio

April 2014

Really lovely setting. Very clean. Perfect for our family. We would definitely use again!

Mrs Wiley, May 2014

Really lovely setting.. Very clean. Perfect for our family. We would definitely use again!

Mr Penney

September 2013

We very much enjoyed our stay, and would be happy to recommend it to anyone.

Mr Ciancio, April 2014

We very much enjoyed our stay, and would be happy to recommend it to anyone..

Mrs Jakins

August 2013

A lovely clean, spacious and peaceful holiday home with everything we could need during our stay. The owners were friendly and helpful. Easy access to explore the beautiful Somerset and Dorset. Our best holiday accommodation yet!

Mr Penney, September 2013

A lovely clean, spacious and peaceful holiday home with everything we could need during our stay.. The owners were friendly and helpful. Easy access to explore the beautiful Somerset and Dorset. Our best holiday accommodation yet!

Mrs Harding

July 2013

A very warm welcome including milk, eggs, squash, tea and coffee all put out for us when we arrived. The owners of the property were very nice and were always on site if any help or information was needed. We are hoping to go back again next year.

Family Gelling

There are no negatives for this home. Lovely decorated, it got everthing you need for a nice family stay, lots of privacy, centraly located, warm, quiet, very friendly owners. Just great for a short or long stay. We recommend this home for any family looking for a nice vacation in a central location to visited the landmarks and cities in SouthWest England.

Mrs Jakins, August 2013

A very warm welcome including milk, eggs, squash, tea and coffee all put out for us when we arrived.. The owners of the property were very nice and were always on site if any help or information was needed. We are hoping to go back again next year.

Guest

June 2013

A great place to stay, the accomodation had everything needed and the location was great for travelling around dorset and sommerset. With a very nice pub and little shop practically next door what more could you need.

Wonderful accommodation in a peaceful village.. Ideal for touring Somerset and the South West.

Mrs Granger

February 2013

Wonderful accommodation in a peaceful village. Ideal for touring Somerset and the South West.

Miss Hampshire

January 2013

Poppy Lodge was a fantastic place to stay and we had a fantastic new years eve dinner party there.

Mrs Granger, February 2013

December 2012

Poppy Lodge was a fantastic place to stay and we had a fantastic new years eve dinner party there..

Mr Nightingale

October 2012

Very nice holiday home set in a really lovely village owners very helpful. We would recommend to our friends and hope to go back in the future. Lots to do and see in the area. The property is nice and warm and well furnished. We go on a lot of cottage holidays and this chalet is one of the best.

Mr Burton

I liked the decor, the area was really beautiful with plenty of hills for running up. We could not have asked for a better place to stay. The landlords that we spoke to and encountered were very nice people. I will be back in the future.

Miss Hampshire, December 2012

Very nice holiday home set in a really lovely village owners very helpful.. We would recommend to our friends and hope to go back in the future. Lots to do and see in the area. The property is nice and warm and well furnished. We go on a lot of cottage holidays and this chalet is one of the best.

Mr Nightingale, October 2012

September 2012

I liked the decor, the area was really beautiful with plenty of hills for running up.. We could not have asked for a better place to stay. The landlords that we spoke to and encountered were very nice people. I will be back in the future.

Ms Deller

August 2012

The lodge was well-equipped and in a good location - lovely friendly little village with good access to loads of interesting places.

Mr Burton, September 2012

The lodge was well-equipped and in a good location - lovely friendly little village with good access to loads of interesting places..

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