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Swandown, 9 Kittwhistle

Cricket St. Thomas near Chard, Somerset (Ref. 1114229)

4.7★

UK Lodge Breaks rating

  • 4 Guests

  • 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 Bathrooms

  • Pets Yes

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Features

  • Hot tub
  • Swimming pool
  • Off road parking
  • Ground floor accommodation
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Open fire
  • Garden / Patio
  • Cot available
  • Highchair available
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Broadband / WiFi

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18 Customer Review(s)

  • Ian

    “We arrived on Friday afternoon, on that evening we discovered that the DVD did not work (due to faulty cable) and also, that the heating in the bedroom was set so high we found it very difficult to sleep (we followed the instructions to turn it down to no avail and in the end had to open several windows).”

    These two issues were quickly resolved the next morning thanks to the efficient on-site management team, unfortunately they were unable to resolve the issue with the hot tub (which was not working): we had booked this accommodation based on the fact it had a hot tub and were disappointed to find it was unusable. We discussed this with the management team with regard to obtaining compensation (not unreasonable we thought, as we had paid £820 for a week in January), we were told that all the ...

    These two issues were quickly resolved the next morning thanks to the efficient on-site management team, unfortunately they were unable to resolve the issue with the hot tub (which was not working): we had booked this accommodation based on the fact it had a hot tub and were disappointed to find it was unusable. We discussed this with the management team with regard to obtaining compensation (not unreasonable we thought, as we had paid £820 for a week in January), we were told that all the lodges were individually owned and although they had contacted the owner he had not replied. We have not heard from either the owner or the management team and therefore would have to say we would not book this accommodation again or recommend it to anyone else.

    - Ian, January 2025

    Thank you for taking the time to submit a review following your stay at 9 Kittiwhistle, we are sorry to hear of the issues you encountered during your stay. Following a conversation with the owner we have established that unfortunately the problem with the hot tub was totally out of their control. The control panel was not functioning correctly. An engineer attended but was unable to fix it at the time. We are happy to confirm for all future guests that a new control panel has been fitted and the hot tub is back up and running as it should. Property Owner

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Summary

  • Single-storey
  • Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size with smart TV and en-suite walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC, 1 x twin with en-suite bath, shower over, basin, heated towel rail and WC
  • Cloakroom with basin and WC
  • Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove
  • Gas central heating
  • Electric double oven, induction hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, and dishwasher
  • 2 x Smart TV, sound bar, WiFi, Blue Ray DVD Player, radio/CD player
  • Fuel, power, and starter pack for woodburning stove inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Highchair available
  • Cot available on request (£10 charge applies per cot, guests need to bring along own cot bedding, bottom sheet provided)
  • Off-road parking for 1 car
  • Front private garden with furniture, barbecue, and a hot tub
  • Sorry no smoking
  • Two well behaved dogs welcome at £50 per pet, per stay
  • Shop 3.6 miles Pub 0.2 miles
  • Note: The Swandown site has an indoor pool for the exclusive use of guests of all ages staying at the lodges.The swimming pool can be booked for private use by individual lodges 48 hours in advance
  • Swandown guests also have membership access to the leisure facilities at The Cricket St Thomas Warner Hotel (approximately 1 mile).The hotel & leisure facilities are exclusively for adults.Guests can access their large swimming pool, spa, sauna, steam room and gymnasium (opening times 8am-6pm).Guests are also able to eat in the hotel bar at lunchtime, which is cashless (card payments only).Spa treatments are available at an extra charge and need to be booked directly with the hotel
  • Note: Garden area is not enclosed

The property

In Cricket St. Thomas, Somerset, there is a beautiful lodge named 9 Kittwhistle.

With modern furnishings and a wood-burning stove inside, it is light and spacious.

Outside, there is a hot tub and equipment to make the most of the outdoors.

Bring your family and friends, park your car in the covered garage, and take in the tranquil countryside.

Once inside, you'll find an open-plan living area where you can unwind on the sofa or either of the two armchairs, there is a Smart TV with a sound bar for a well-earned family movie night.

The best tools are provided in the kitchen so you may prepare some delicious dishes.

They include a dining table, an electric double oven, an induction stovetop, a microwave, a fridge/freezer, a washer/dryer, and a dishwasher.

As night falls, retire inside and pick between a king-size bedroom with a Smart TV and a twin bedroom, both of which have en-suite bathrooms and plenty of storage.

Enjoy a cup of tea in your private garden after you wake in the morning and make plans for your eventful day.

Pick 9 Kittwhistle for a lovely getaway to Somerset.

Swandown Lodges

Swandown Lodges are situated on the borders of South Somerset, West Dorset and East Devon and consists of a fantastic selection of luxury lodges within the stunning 1,000-acre parkland of the historic Cricket St.Thomas Estate. This collection offers contemporary furnishings, well-equipped kitchens, gardens for alfresco dining (some with breath-taking countryside views), and access to a wealth of on-site facilities, including an indoor swimming pool, scenic walking and cycling trails, a children’s adventure trail, a football area, and the adults only Cricket St. Thomas Hotel leisure complex with large indoor swimming pool, spa, sauna, steam room and gymnasium, making them a superb setting for friends, families and couples embarking on a luxury getaway. There is a wide selection of dining options within an easy 15 minute travelling time of Swandown and shops are available in Chard (including Sainsbury, Tesco and Lidl) and in Crewkerne (Waitrose), both approximately 4 miles distant. The Cricket St. Thomas Golf Club is located on the A30 less than a mile away. The club provides members and visitors alike the chance to play on a beautiful parkland course with outstanding views across the surrounding countryside. Please check locally for availability and charges. There are small local museums in Chard and Crewkerne and the Octagon Theatre in Yeovil. Also of interest is Forde Abbey which is located very close by. For the enthusiastic walker there is the South Coast Path taking in the Jurassic Coastline, a UNESCO Word Heritage site which spans 95 miles and holds some of the finest beach and coastal scenery in Britain. Access is available at various points including Beer (East Devon) and Lyme Regis (West Dorset) approximately 30 minutes drive from Swandown. For an escape to Somerset like no other, choose The Swandown Lodges. Note: This property can be booked with Refs. 1114229, 1039763, 1112205, 1112206, 1112209, 1112211, 1112212, 1112716, 1112725, 1118174, 1120857 together sleeping up to 56 guests.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £150.

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About the location

CRICKET ST. THOMAS

Chard 4 miles; Crewkerne 4 miles; Yeovil 13 miles.

The parish of Cricket St. Thomas in South Somerset is situated just off the A30 and is 4 miles equidistant between Chard to the west and Crewkerne to the east.  It borders West Dorset and East Devon and is ideally situated to explore these three beautiful counties of the West Country. The traditional English countryside is shown at its best in this beautiful valley with the rolling hills of Somerset
and Dorset stretching into the distance. The Cricket St Thomas Lakes and Gardens are to be found here along with the beautiful 19th century Cricket House, famous as the setting for the television series “To the Manor Born” and which now forms part of the Warner Cricket St Thomas Hotel.

This location enables easy access not only to the stunning Somerset countryside but also to its many attractions and those of the adjoining counties including, within easy travelling distance, the Dinosaurland Fossil Museum at Lyme Regis; the Fleet Air Arm Museum, which is located 7 miles north of Yeovil; the prestigious Haynes International Motor Museum at Sparkford and for those interested in historical properties and gardens there are numerous to choose from including Barrington Court (NT), near Ilminster, Montacute House (NT) at Montacute and Tintinhull Gardens (NT) near Yeovil, Lytes Cary Manor, Nr Somerton, Minterne Gardens at Minterne Magna and the Cerne Giant at nearby Cerne Abbas. Slightly further afield but ideal for a day out is Abbotsbury Swannery, Glastonbury Tor and abbey ruins, Cheddar Gorge, Wells Cathedral, Stourhead Gardens (NT), Bovington Tank Museum and Longleat Safari Park.

Please note: For Christmas and New Year 2024 Swandown, 9 Kittwhistle will ONLY accept booking with Friday or Monday changeover.

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
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