Idlers Cottage in South Petherton

"Lovely little bedsit style annex above owners double garage. Double doors to small private seating area. Amazing use of space inside, didn't feel small, just very cosy. You have to walk through owners back gate and along a small covered path through their beautiful garden to reach it, but they respect privacy and don't disturb you, but are there if needed. Parking is ample for one car but coming out of drive onto small narrow street can prove challenging if in anything bigger than a fiesta/punto.(we have a Peugeot 406). House opposite was having work done so had to navigate a skip and transit van as reversing out of driveway which proved tricky but I'm sure would be easier at other times. Lovely village with lovely shops, especially the bakery which helped us gain a few extra pounds. Definately avoid the co-op and get your provisions from local small shops like butcher etc as you will miss the great foods on offer. Great place, lovely accommodation and helpful owners, well worth a visit. Highly recommend."

Reviewed by Evie197128 on 05/08/2017

"Beautiful cottage, wonderful little touches such as the furnishings and pretty garden flowers. The bed was so very comfortable and the overall comfort was perfect for two. Unobtrusive owners who were friendly when we arrived. Thank you for providing such a pretty place to stay."

Reviewed by Ms Muir on 01/08/2016

"A very peaceful and restful environment. A plentiful supply of shops nearby, very helpful and non-intrusive owners."

Reviewed by Mr Tomlin on 09/07/2016

"A lovely cottage with excellent owners who give you all the information about the cottage and surrounding area then leave you to get on and enjoy your stay - perfect. It was nice and secluded, comfortable and quiet, perfect."

Reviewed by Mr James on 08/02/2016

"A beautiful cottage with brilliant owners, and everything we needed was in place for a perfect relaxing break."

Reviewed by Miss Scrivener on 03/01/2016

"It was comfortable accommodation in a peaceful and beautiful area, with good access to the coast and Somerset levels. Would fully recommend this cottage."

Reviewed by Ms Farr on 31/10/2015

"The area was ideal to explore on foot, there were lots of local walks, good village shops and a pub only a few minutes away. The village was very attractive with lots of character. Idlers Cottage was private and secluded with its own patio area."

Reviewed by Ms Smith on 22/08/2015

"Idlers Cottage was a lovely peaceful place and the Location was perfect for exploring the surrounding areas."

Reviewed by Mrs Nicholson on 12/08/2015

"Beautiful and peaceful Studio, exactly as described, situated at the bottom of the Owners well maintained Garden. Lovely Owners who are there if you need them, but give you complete privacy. The amenities are excellent, Anything else you may need can be obtained from the local village, which is just a few minutes walk and includes the village pub with lovely friendly staff and customers alike. It is also a superb base for exploring the surrounding areas. We thoroughly enjoyed our week stay and definitely hope to visit and stay again in the Future."

Reviewed by nic01984 on 12/08/2015

"Charming studio cottage tucked away Iin a corner of the owners lovely garden . Very private with its own small garden with seating area . Owners friendly and around if you need them but you have privacy. The village has still retained the village shops butchers , bakers, grocers, pub, florist etc which we loved just a minutes walk to the friendly village to buy everything you need. There is a small co-op but we gave all our business to the independent shops above as the village would die if the supermarket got all the business. The interior of cottage is charming and comfortable and the garden is cottage style but I would recomend higher watt bulbs as we found we had to put the lighting on all day as it was dark and that's are only negative but this can be resolved quite easily with a smaller tv and cooker as they block the light from windows. Hope this helped but should not put you off as its lovely . Great places to visit for the garden lovers and peaceful country walks to Martock . Highly recomend the small shop opposite the grocers selling handmade pastries and cakes , meats and cheeses etc also the pretty florists ( textile artist ) selling handmade gifts by her very own hand ."

Reviewed by Flower P on 29/07/2015

"The accommodation was comfortable and relaxing. The private garden area was lovely. Very enjoyable."

Reviewed by Mrs Minnock on 02/05/2015

"Gorgeous romantic setting, superb location, fantastic weekend break!"

Reviewed by Miss Sutton on 18/02/2015

"It was a lovely cottage! My boyfriend and I had a really nice time. It was very pretty and cosy, with a log-burning fire which was very romantic."

Reviewed by Miss Jones on 15/01/2015

"A beautiful cottage set in a tranquil setting in the stunning town of South Petherton. Perfect retreat, furnished so tastefully with a cosy, vintage vibe. Situated close to quirky shops, a pub offering a yummy menu of home cooked local produce and friendly people. Definitely recommend to family and friends. Thank you to the owners for a lovely stay."

Reviewed by Miss Abel on 02/12/2014

"The cottage looked exactly as advertised, we had an amazing stay very romantic and would definitely stay again."

Reviewed by Mr Dickson on 15/11/2014

"Peace and quiet!"

Reviewed by Mr Hulme on 25/10/2014

" Idlers cottage is set at the top of the owners garden, very private and rustic with all mod cons. The owners were very friendly and obliging, always helpful, but respecting our privacy. South Petherton is a beautiful village with shops and a great pub. We found everyone in the village very friendly and shop owners very helpful, we will definitely go back next year. "

Reviewed by Mrs Richards on 29/09/2014

"We had a fantastic stay in Idler's cottage, an easy walk to 2 great pubs, especially the one in South Petherton and located perfectly to set off for beautiful walks around the countryside with the added bonus of a coop 5 minutes walk away for if you run out of milk. The cottage itself was amazing with all the facilities you could want and a lovely private garden and bench area to sit around. Would definitely reccomend."

Reviewed by Leogreenlaurenhoskin on 13/07/2014

"Fantastic location with lovely accommodation. Amazing privacy considering you are in the owners garden! It was very cleverly designed to make you feel like you have your very own space. We wouldn't hesitate to recommend Idlers Cottage to anyone needing a break away."

Reviewed by Mr Gordon on 21/06/2014

"A lovely little cottage that provided a peaceful getaway, which was just what we needed. A great base for exploring - plenty to do in the local area. Would love to come back."

Reviewed by Mrs Priest on 20/04/2014

"This is an ideal property for couples who want to escape the pace of modern society. The accommodation is small, yet charming and secluded; it has everything that you need to enjoy a weeks stay. The log burner is a real bonus and brings the room to life. We spent a lot of time exploring the Somerset, Dorset and Devon area, so the location was perfect."

Reviewed by Mr Tideswell on 23/02/2014

"Superb attention to detail in every way, wonderful friendly and helpful owners, Can't speak too highly of it."

Reviewed by Mrs Drake on 10/01/2014

"The owners were friendly and lived next door. South Petherton has a very good pub serving excellent beer and cider and food within 5 minutes walk. It's also a good base for the coast, Somerset levels, Wells, Glastonbury, Dorchester and Sherborne. The cottage was nice and warm. "

Reviewed by Mr Hooper on 07/12/2013

"We loved the privacy. The cottage was very cosy and beautiful, romantic."

Reviewed by Ms Van Der Beek on 31/10/2013

"One room cottage in back garden of helpful owners. In very friendly village with lovely local shops and close to splendid stately homes and glorious gardens. Get a local map so you can navigate the back roafs. No washing machine. Would suit reasonably mobile couple who value peace and seclusion."

Reviewed by A FlipKey verified reviewer on 16/10/2013

"A really beautifully furnished one room cottage in a friendly village. Lovely secluded feel. Good shower. Very helpful owners. Shops, library, pub, etc very near by. Lots of gorgeous gardens etc nearby to visit."

Reviewed by Mr McGowan on 23/08/2013

"Everything was most enjoyable. A lovely small Somerset village, close to several gardens and lovely for local walks. The cottage was well laid out, comfortable and homely."

Reviewed by Mr Harman on 24/07/2013

"Excellent central location, quiet and secluded yet with everything required, including superb hosts."

Reviewed by Mr Cooper-Rose on 07/06/2013

"We had peace and quiet and the location was excellent. The owners were very friendly and helpful but gave us complete privacy. We will most definitely be returning."

Reviewed by Mr Sweetman on 02/06/2013

"We absolutely loved our stay, the hosts were very welcoming and helpful but left us to our own devices.The cottage ticked all the boxes: beautiful, full of character, homely yet romantic and very fairly priced. Despite being located in the owner's garden it is very much secluded and private."

Reviewed by Miss Usher on 15/05/2013

"Complete privacy without being far away from anything, and the friendliness of the owners and local area. The cottage itself is perfectly formed and is a lovely place to spend time."

Reviewed by Miss Syrett on 14/12/2012

"Charming yet discreet owners. Very comfortable little studio with well-equipped kitchen. In great location only minutes from the charming village of South Petherton. Very close to a number of National Trust properties and other places of interest. Friendly pub in village, beer festival in progress during our visit good fun.We loved this cottage and would recommend it to anyone wanting a quiet romantic break at any time of the year."

Reviewed by A FlipKey verified reviewer on 01/11/2012

"Beautiful cottage in a beautiful village. The owners were friendly and welcoming and the cottage was exactly as described with no hidden surprises."

Reviewed by 0 0 on 05/10/2012

"A charming cottage for a relaxing break, in the heart of a village."

Reviewed by A FlipKey verified reviewer on 13/09/2012

"The cottage was very cosy and extremely comfortable. The owners helpful but discrete. This is a great base for exploring South Somerset, many beautiful houses and gardens and some charming towns and villages all close by."

Reviewed by Mrs Fox on 02/09/2012

"Very quiet and relaxing and we liked the situation of the cottage."

Reviewed by Mr Joint on 28/07/2012

"Our stay was very relaxing."

Reviewed by Mrs Gordon on 27/07/2012

"The area and amenities nearby were superb! The local pub served excellent food, there were lovely walks around the village and a good map from tourist information. Lovely, friendly village."

Reviewed by Mrs Wesley on 27/07/2012

"There was plenty to do and see and the garden was quite private."

Reviewed by Mrs Smith on 25/07/2012

"The cottage was very well maintained. A good location in the village - we had a very enjoyable stay."

Reviewed by Mrs Walker on 25/07/2012

"Cottage is lovely, perfect setting to do a lot of touring and many attractions close at hand - excellent. Would recommend property to friends and family."

Reviewed by Mrs Gearing on 25/04/2012

"Our holiday was very relaxing. The cottage was very private and we had our own private patio area that was not overlooked. We loved the whole South Petherton experience. A very friendly village, we felt very much part of the community . We loved the local pub, lovely pub grub and not expensive, very good value for money. We were made very welcome, very good customer service. Thumbs up all round."

Reviewed by Mr Bamford on 08/11/2011

"Was the first holiday I went on with my boyfriend, lovely out of the way place, you have your own little patio area which is really nice to have meals out on, weather permitting. Cosy inside and a wonderful place to stay in general, would definitely consider this place again if I want to visit the area"

Reviewed by A FlipKey verified reviewer on 20/10/2011

"The cottage was well situated to explore the surrounding places of interest of which there are many. The village of South Petherton is delightful with a very friendly atmosphere. The owners were welcoming but not intrusive. "

Reviewed by Mr Lang on 10/10/2011

"Very tastefully decorated by outstanding friendly hosts."

Reviewed by Mr Hofmann on 11/07/2011

"Idlers Cottage was exactly as described - idyllic and in a picture perfect village. Our hosts were charming and helpful whilst allowing us privacy - we couldn't have asked for better. Make sure you frequent the local pub - the choice of foods and ales are amazing and the staff are very welcoming. We will definitely be returning to Idlers Cottage! "

Reviewed by Mrs McCarthy on 30/05/2011

"We enjoyed the homely feel of the place and the cleanliness. Nice choice of amenities without being overly fancy."

Reviewed by Mr Bennett on 06/12/2010

"The cottage was well located and a great base for touring the local area. Small but perfectly formed!"

Reviewed by Mrs Brunswick on 19/07/2010

"The property was exactly what we required. Very true to the brochure description. It made a very good base for the travelling we did in such a beautiful part of the country. We would highly recommend it."

Reviewed by Ms Sweeting on 21/06/2010

"We enjoyed the character of the cottage and peacefulness of the garden. The owners were welcoming and accommodating."

Reviewed by Ms Zuses on 09/06/2010

"The owners were very welcoming, but left us to do our own thing as well. The cottage was beautifully kept and great value for money, a perfectly relaxing break for us."

Reviewed by Miss Shotton on 18/04/2010

"A very pretty cottage with good location for local shops. The wood burner was a nice touch, warm and cosy. Everything we needed for a restful weekend."

Reviewed by Miss White on 29/03/2010

"The kindness of the owners - the accommodation was excellent in every way. "

Reviewed by Mrs Longman on 30/12/2009

"Lovely, lovely place, lovely hostess, lovely village, everything was lovely."

Reviewed by Ms Mansoori on 07/12/2009

"we couldn't have asked for a nicer break .are hosts were friendly and helpful without being intrusive.the accomodation was clean and comfortable perfect for our requirements. unfortunately the week we stayed it was the village hostlery's beer festival and we felt obliged to participate in the festivities sampling most of the 27 beers and 12 ciders on offer 4 days of heaven ....we did see quite a lot of the local area as well , and very nice it was to .it was a disappointment when we had to leave."

Reviewed by A FlipKey verified reviewer on 03/12/2009

"Very enjoyable weekend, cottage excellent."

Reviewed by Mr Wix on 25/11/2009

"Received a very warm welcome from owner who was very helpful leaving us milk on arrival and generally very pleasant. The cottage was spotlessly clean and very cosy with real fire."

Reviewed by Mrs Crosby on 17/11/2009

"It was lovely studio accommodation. Clean, fresh and at the same time very cosy. Just what we wanted. Very friendly owner."

Reviewed by Miss Burfoot on 03/11/2009

"The cottage is very cosy and private. The owners were extremley friendly and helpful. An excellent base and the village is a joy, with everything to hand and even its own arts center. The Sykes cottage administrator was very knowledgeable and excellent on the phone. Thank you. "

Reviewed by Mrs Pearce on 30/10/2009

"Excellent location, quiet peaceful surroundings and pleasant hosts. Overall, a very enjoyable week."

Reviewed by Mr Southall on 09/09/2009

""Thank You. Great place to relax and enjoy the area. Lovely hideaway."

Reviewed by Mrs Chater on 04/09/2009

"The accommodation was stunning, and was well worth every penny spent. The couple that own the cottage are lovely friendly people, and really made us feel welcome. The cottage is in the perfect location with plenty of places to visit, and just a 2 minute walk from the local shops and pub. We really enjoyed all of our holiday and will definitely recommend to friends and family. "

Reviewed by Mr Grieve on 26/08/2009