Bashfords Farmhouse

West Bagborough, Somerset
Bed & Breakfast
+44 (0)1823 432015
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Per night
£115
Bedroom

2 rooms

Sleeps

Rooms sleep 2

Your hosts couldn’t be nicer and look after you beautifully – this is a lovely, homely place with a rambling garden

Per night
£115

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£115 per night

The Experience

There’s a warm, happy feeling to this 17th-century farmhouse in the Quantock Hills, where a pretty garden rambles up the hill and country walks lead from the house.

The Ritchies love doing B&B and will greet you with afternoon tea and cake by the inglenook fireplace in the comfy guest sitting room. They’re always happy to go the extra mile with packed lunches for days out or early breakfasts. Head to a number of decent country pubs for supper – the owners can advise.

Ask your hosts about local walks – the Macmillan Way runs by – or you can cycle; drive to Exmoor in half an hour. Steam rail enthusiasts will love that the West Somerset Railway is a ten-minute drive, or you can simply stay put and relax.

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We think you'll love

  • The warm welcome from owners for whom nothing seems to be too much trouble
  • Comfortable accommodation in colourful old rooms with art-covered walls
  • A quiet corner of Somerset with wonderful nature-filled walks from the doorstep
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You should know

  • Some bathrooms are not en suite but all are private

Essentials

  • EV charger
  • Swimming pool
  • Hot tub
  • Garden
  • Open fire / woodburner
  • Breakfast included
  • Breakfast available
  • Meals available
  • Vegetarian meals
  • Oven
  • Parking on premises
  • Free parking nearby
  • Accessible by public transport
  • WiFi
  • Television
  • Spa
  • Central heating
  • Limited mobility
  • Wheelchair access
  • Mobile reception
  • Hob
  • Bar
  • Barbecue
  • Licensed premises
  • Paid parking nearby
  • Air conditioning
  • Relaxation areas
  • Washing machine
  • Tennis court
  • Microwave oven
  • No smoking
  • Credit cards
  • Working farm
  • Owner has pets
  • Dishwasher
  • Pets welcome

Family friendly

  • Baby monitor
  • Books and toys
  • Children welcome
  • Babies welcome
  • Stair gates
  • High chair
  • Fire guard
  • Cot available

Nearby

  • Pub/bar within 3 miles
  • Restaurant within 3 miles
  • Shop within 3 miles

Activities

  • Bikes available
  • Food courses
  • Kayaking
  • Other courses
  • Sailing
  • Surfing
  • Wild swimming

Accommodation

Pricing

Nightly price
£115
Surcharges
Singles £80.
2 Twin/doubles
£115

Information

Booking information

Check in
Flexible - please just let owners know.
Check out
10.30am
Closed
Rarely.
No smoking
Smoking not permitted anywhere in the property.
Meals
Pub 75 yds.

Reviews

Wendy, Dunedin, New Zealand

Where to begin? A home from home, thanks to Jane and Charlie's unstinting hospitality. Charming, spacious bedroom, and sitting room entirely for guest use, in lovely old farmhouse surrounded by Jane's beautiful roses. And then there was the food -- ample, tasty breakfasts and excellent dinners. I didn't want to leave!


Mary, Kilkenny, Ireland

We had the most wonderfully relaxing stay with Jane and Charlie in their beautiful home. After a long drive from the ferry, we were very happy to enjoy the most delicious dinner cooked for us by Charlie, followed by a great nights sleep in the most comfortable bed. Breakfast the following morning was equally delicious, with the best of local produce. Jane compiled a folder of places for us to visit during our stay in Cornwall and it was so helpful! We cannot recommend Bashfords Farm highly enough and look forward to returning.


Luke, Oxford/Toronto

I stayed at Bashfords Farmhouse for one night in August 2023. It was excellent! Charlie and Jane are great hosts. They are friendly and helpful, and the food they made was delicious! The house itself is also a pleasure to be in. The beds were comfortable and the rooms had a lot of little extras to make them more enjoyable to stay in. I was there with family, and we made use of the comfortable and large living room before and after dinner. This was really a great experience, and I can't recommend it enough! 10/10


Patricia, London

Charlie and Jane, are very welcoming. This is a delightful, historic farmhouse set in beautiful countryside. Jane’s cooking is excellent. Both shared their local knowledge generously. A truly lovely stay.


John, Guildford

Quintessentially English, peaceful, very clean, lovely food and all delivered with the warmest of welcomes. Our 2 night stay simply couldn't have gone better. Thank you so much.


Location

The neighbourhood

The house is in the small village of West Bagborough. Walks into the Quantock Hills, Britain's first AONB, start from the house - discover oak woodlands, open heath and rugged coastline in this 12-mile by four-mile ridge between Taunton, Bridgwater and Minehead. You can also cycle along fairly quiet roads. There are plenty of decent country pubs around or drive into Taunton, 20 minutes away, for a wider choice of restaurants.

Local points of interest from Charles & Jane Ritchie

  • Stunning walks on the Quantock Hills are only a few steps away
  • 10 minutes from the West Somerset Steam Railway - enjoy a trip back in time through fabulous countryside
  • The wilds of Exmoor are a short drive away
  • National Trust properties and historic houses within easy reach. Dunster Castle and Hestercombe Gardens are both a 25 minute drive, with Barrington Court, Lytes Cary and Montacute House about 45 minutes away.
  • A good range of pubs and restaurants in the area. The Rising Sun in West Bagborough is 1 minute away with The Farmers Arms, (Combe Florey), The Blue Ball (Triscombe), The Carew Arms (Crowcombe) and The New Inn (Halse) all within a 10-20 minute drive.

Introducing

Charles & Jane Ritchie

Charlie and Jane Ritchie moved to West Bagborough from London in 1992 and spent the first year renovating the farmhouse into the lovely place it is today. Ever since then, they've been merrily looking after their guests. They love cooking, expect delicious breakfasts with homemade bread.