Buckland House Pod

3.3★

2 Guests
1 Bedroom
1 Bathroom
Pets Yes
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Features

Hot tub
Off road parking
Ground floor accommodation
Ground floor bedroom
Garden / Patio
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

3 Customer Review(s)

Lara
September 2024

“Both the pod location and host was lovely the perfect relaxing retreat , host had left lost of helpful information and the pod was lovely and clean , hot tube was cleaned and maintained through are stay by the host the only 1 slight negative was the mattress it was extremely uncomfortable with broken springs and dipped where others had lay and felt like you where lay on the bed frame, nothing a new mattress couldn't fix.”

Would highly recommend

Would highly recommend

- Lara, September 2024
Jo July 2024

“We generally were enjoying our stay at Buckland House Pod.”

Directions were easy to follow and, on arrival, things seemed as described. The pod was generally clean, minus dirty cutlery, cooking trays, plates and glassware but all easily washed before use. Microwave and small oven also could do with a clean. Bed was comfy and TV was a bonus. However, the hot tub was a problem. Being under the trees there were a whole host of bugs that seemed to congregate on the massive bubbles that were generated when the jets were turned on, we spent most of the time flicking them out of the tub! During our three nights stay there, we never saw anybody pop over to maintain the hot tub and check chlorine levels etc - we found this most unusual as everywhere else we have stayed with a hot tub, the owners have come to check at least once (sometimes twice) a day to ensure everything is fine. Giving the benefit of the doubt, I thought perhaps I had just missed the check in, despite being at the pod for the majority of the day. The biggest problem was that the day after arriving home, I developed an itchy rash all over my body and began to feel unwell. Thinking this was unusual, I contacted my doctor who diagnosed me with follicitus - brought on by a poorly-maintained hot tub that results in festering bacteria. I contacted Tony straight away to just raise this to suggest that he do more thorough checks on the hot tub for the benefit of other guests so they don’t develop the same issues I did, but I was met with no acknowledgement, apology or reply. I am thoroughly disappointed with the whole experience and will not be recommending Buckland Pod to anyone else. If you are thinking of staying, ensure the hot tub is checked regularly.

- Jo, July 2024

Thank you for your feedback. Apologies for the cutlery and crockery issue, we will review this with the cleaner. The hot tub is maintained in line with HSG282 guidelines and is checked daily and emptied weekly. Unfortunately we can’t stop the trees and bushes from deleafing and the insects that come with that. We are surprised to hear that you had issues as we checked in and this should have been the opportunity for you to raise this with us and we could have dealt with issues immediately for you, there is also contact information in the welcome pack if you needed an urgent response. I haven’t received any communication from you since you left, apologies for therefore not responding. Property Owner
Glenn July 2024

“There were no instructions for any of the equipment the worst being the so called television No BBC or ITV and passwords needed for all but one selection and watching it from the bed was not what I expected .”

Hot tub was a bonus but a broom to sweep away the constant droppings from the overhead tree would have been nice A bus time table and location of the bus stop a must,the friendly caretaker did not know Postcode nowhere near location and sign to pod too small.I could go on but I think you understand my frustration

- Glenn, July 2024

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Summary

Single-storey
One double bedroom with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area
Electric heating
Table top oven, electric hob, microwave, kettle, toaster
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Off-road parking
Enclosed decking with hot tub
One well-behaved pet welcome
Access to shared Tennis court
Sorry, no smoking
Shop 4 miles, pub 2.3 miles
Note: Check-in from 4pm, check-out by 10am
Buckland House Pod can be booked with Buckland House Annex 1153301, and Buckland House 1153269 to sleep 19 guests, these properties are all on the same grounds

The property

Taunton 6.4 miles.

Buckland House Pod is a contemporary holiday home where you can get back to nature in comfort with panoramic views of the Somerset countryside set between the Quantock and Blackdown Hills close to the village of Taunton. With an abundance of countryside walks including a choice of pubs, Buckland House Pod is best suited for a couple looking for a romantic getaway or an individual taking an opportunity to unwind and explore the beautiful scenery of Somerset. Inside, you can expect a compact living area with table and chairs plus spectacular views out of the floor to ceiling glazed panels which can also be appreciated from the double bed.

This is a perfect base to get away from the world and watch the cows pass by in the adjoining fields or the variety of wildlife.

Rustle up a cooked breakfast on the electric hob, having taken a refreshing hot shower to step outside on the large deck and watch the sun rise. At the end of the day, step into your own private hot tub with a glass of fizz and recount your day’s activities or plan for tomorrow with Taunton on the doorstep and a choice of its cinema, large shops, restaurants and then the North Somerset coastline has the option of seaside resorts to visit with Dunster and its castle, the steam railway, Minehead and all Exmoor’s tourist hotspots There is a wealth of opportunity to explore the outdoors from Buckland House Pod, offering visitors the best of the coast and countryside of Somerset and the surrounding area, this holiday home promises you the most relaxing retreat in nature’s paradise.

Treat you and your loved one to all this by booking your stay at Buckland House Pod.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £100.

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About the location

TAUNTON

Bridgwater 11 miles; Tiverton 21 miles; Weston-super-Mare 30 miles

The county town of Somerset, Taunton is the perfect cottage holiday destination. The town has excellent buildings with charming stone and Tudor architecture, and there is also fascinating history in the town stretching back over 1000 years including a 10th century monastery. Taunton boasts a choice of museums and parks, one of which has held the Taunton Flower Show for over 150 years.
For outdoor enthusiasts, the Quantock and Blackdown Hills Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty are easily accessible, as well as the Dartmoor and Exmoor National Parks slightly further afield, plus Swell Wood, Ham Wall and Greylake nature reserves. If a day by the sea is what you're after, the coast is around 20.4 miles away and home to Blue Anchor Bay and St Audries Bay near Watchet; Burnham-on-Sea beach; Kilve beach near Minehead and, of course, the popular seaside resort of Weston-super-Mare, 32.7 miles away but well worth the journey with its great range of activities.

This property offers the following short breaks:

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Lower Durston near Taunton, Somerset (Ref. 1153306)

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