26 Tansey, Cranmore

Shepton Mallet 3.6 miles. Nestled in the charming village of Cranmore near the town of Shepton Mallet in Somerset on the foot of the Mendip Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is 26 Tansey. This historic, stone-fronted cottage boasts a 200-year-old history but has been thoughtfully renovated with a welcoming interior sleeping six guests in four well-appointed bedrooms; the perfect setting for families or friends looking to explore Somerset with your beloved canine companion. Cross the threshold and kick off your shoes ahead of making use of the fully-equipped kitchen to prepare a hearty meal for the whole group. Dine together in the dining room where you can sample the culinary creation by the gentle warmth of the electric flame-effect stove; or if the sun is shining step outside to the rear garden to enjoy dinner alfresco upon the garden furniture. Toast your getaway with a glass of wine as the stars begin to fill the sky then head inside and climb the stairs to wash off the day in the sleek bathroom, ready to slope off to sleep in one of four bedrooms. Choose between a double with TV, perfect for lazy mornings, a double or two singles. If you can tear yourself away from this tranquil setting, venture into Shepton Mallet to stock up on essentials at the local store or treat your loved ones to a well-earned meal at pubs like The Poacher’s Packet or The Horseshoe Inn. Set off to discover the surrounding attraction; stop off at Fairy Cave Quarry, or drive through Longleat Safari Park for a unique drive-thru encounter with exotic wildlife before exploring the Elizabethan House on the grounds and the sprawling Longleat hedge maze. Outdoor enthusiasts can locate the nearby Mendip Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty where a myriad of activities including the Wookey Hole Caves with 60000 years of history and the iconic Cheddar Gorge, famous for its network of caves, gorge, and cheese, await exploration. All of this and more can be discovered at 26 Tansey.