Chapel Studio

Downhead, Somerset
Self-catering
+44 (0)1373 836865
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Per night
£125
Per week
£735

1 bed

Bedroom

1 bedroom

Sleeps

Sleeps 2

Pets welcome
Babies welcome

A grand piano to play and a delicious bed to sink into, at this cool, arty bolthole near Frome. For those who love spaciousness and peace

Per night
£125
Per week
£735

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£125 per night

£735 per week

The Experience

A charming old chapel built in 1863. There’s gravel at the front, seating space to the side – almost a walled garden feel; with just a couple of neighbours, you’re nicely private. Walk in to a lofty, airy living space with stripped floors and contemporary pieces, half-shutters diffusing light from arched chapel windows, and black and white portraits on pristine white walls: Lord Bath in one corner, Damien Hirst in another, an intriguing private collection.

The kitchen is ready for budding chefs and you’ll find wine waiting, the sleek bathroom is warm underfoot, and the bedroom is up on the mezzanine – a comfy big bed, beautiful side tables, lots of photographs of famous people and a sofa to admire them from.

Close by is Frome, historic market town popular with London escapees and Longleat is nearby for Elizabethan architecture – and lions. Come home to sumptuous bubbles to soak in, and much comfort.

Chapel Studio - Gallery

We think you'll love

  • Being surrounded by such lovely photographs, artwork and cool furniture
  • Dropping into the market in Frome, buying lots of good food and bringing it back to cook
  • Walking in the Mendips, exploring little villages, stopping at pubs
Chapel Studio - Gallery

You should know

  • The bathroom is downstairs, the bedroom up
  • You can park outside on the lane or there is one parking space over the road

Essentials

  • EV charger
  • Self check-in
  • 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
  • Central heating
  • Limited mobility
  • Wheelchair access
  • Mobile reception
  • Hob
  • Barbecue
  • Paid parking nearby
  • Air conditioning
  • Relaxation areas
  • Washing machine
  • Tennis court
  • Microwave oven
  • No smoking
  • Credit cards
  • Working farm
  • Owner has pets
  • Electricity included
  • 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

Pricing

Nightly price
£125
Weekly price
£735
Damage deposit
£95
Surcharges
£20 per dog/child.
1 Cottage for 2
£1251 bed1 bedroom

Information

Booking information

Check in
From 4pm
Check out
By 10am
Other details
Minimum stay: 3 nights. 3 nights on weekdays. 3 nights at weekends. 3 nights in high season.
Closed
Never.
No smoking
Smoking not permitted anywhere in the property.
Dogs

Dogs welcome, £30 per dog.

Reviews

Chapel Studio is small, romantic and stylish, located in the lovely hamlet of Downhead : the perfect location for couples who want to get away and relax in the country with lots to do in the area!
Inspected Elisa Sawday's Inspector

Dawn, Horsham

A wonderful peaceful place to stay ,very comfortable accommodation . 5star


Joe, Birmingham

Beautifully presented property, with all the amenities that you could wish for, at a high standard. Convenient for places to visit in and around Somerset whether that be visiting Bath, Salisbury or even Stonehenge; you'll be spoilt for things to do! Then upon your return, settle back down into the comfy sofa or entertain yourself with a tickle on the ivories. Your host can also provide the services of a chef, if you don't feel like cooking - so remember to ask. The food was delicious! If you are looking for a really special place, then Chapel Studio definitely ticks all of the boxes.


Alison

An absolute gem. All of the home comforts encapsulated in an inspirational space. You will be torn between going out to the beautiful countryside, stunning towns and cities and truly great nearby eateries or just visiting the deli and wine merchant and staying in. It more than met our expectations and the owners have put a lot of thought and effort into making it a destination you will want to return too. We will look forward to our next trip there.


Chris

The Chapel is a charming little book from which to explore Somerset. It's tastefully decorated, and feels a lot more spacious that it look from the outside and it had everything we needed. After a day of sightseeing, it was a lovely haven to come back to and relax. Helen was a tremendous host and even went he extra mile in getting us gluten-free products in the we me basket. It's a real gem!


Location

The neighbourhood

The sleepy little hamlet feels remote - there is no pub, or shops but the 14th-century church is worth exploring. You're surrounded by farmland on the edge of the Mendip hills, so walks and cycles are sublime. Mells is 3 miles for the wonderful Walled Garden (wood-fired pizzas from Wednesday to Sunday in the summer months) and The Talbot Inn for excellent food, especially Sunday lunches. Wells is 10 miles, Bath 16.

Local points of interest from Helen Mercer

  • Near Frome with interesting artisan shops. The Independent Supermarket on the first Sunday of each month which fills the town with stalls of local food, designer & makers goods and a flea market. Also home to the two week Frome Festival in July.
  • Places of interest: Cheddar caves, Wookey hole, Longleat and the Safari Park, Glastonbury Torr, Stourhead and Stonehenge
  • Easy Access to the beautiful Bath city with its stunning architecture and Thermae Bath spa, also to Bristol, and the City of Wells.
  • Close to lovely walking countryside on the Mendips and the sustrans cycle route.
  • Situated in a quiet hamlet away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
  • Close to Frome - home to the wonderful summer music festival in July and the monthly artisan markets. And Bruton with At The Chapel Restaurant and Hauser & Wirth gallery, Roth Bar grill and gorgeous gardens by Piet Oudolf.

Introducing

Helen Mercer

Helen is a graphic designer. She used the place as an office for years, then decided to move out and was using it as storage space for unwanted furniture. She realised that the place was too pretty to be used as storage so decided to renovate it and open it to guests in 2014. Her husband Tim is a gifted photographer, as you will see.