Bed and Breakfast The Old Parsonage
Main Street , Farrington Gurney, BS39 6UB, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map
Excellent location – rated 9.4/10! (score from 217 reviews)
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I've stayed twice and each time the owners are hands down the best. They go out of their way to make your stay enjoyable, from freshly baked cakes to clean facilities

Great location and lovely hosts! Very helpful when asked about the surrounding area, providing us with walking maps. We stayed 3 nights in the ground floor apartment. The room was very comfortable and had everything we needed (WiFi, TV, table and stools, bathroom with shower, small kitchen with fridge and microwave). We had a self-serve breakfast with bacon, tomatoes, beans, eggs, cheese, jam, home-made bread, yogurts, fruits, cereals, milk, coffee and tea. This was very nice, since we could prepare it ourselves in the kitchen at whatever time we wanted. There was place for parking and we were close to Bath were we spent most of our day. Lovely area for beautiful walks in the country side.

Great hospitality. Comfortable room and an amazing breakfast.

Character filled old house, nice and warm, large room, comfortable bed, excellent breakfasts and friendly and informative owners.

Beautiful property, well maintained. Hosts were outgoing , and helpful with finding restaurants and things to do. This couple works as a fine tuned machine! Nothing was lacking in our stay! Terrific coffee and homemade breads among offerings at breakfast.

A wonderful old building in a lovely location. Super breakfasts, and great advice on local dinner options, from really helpful hosts. Coffee and biscuits on arrival. Big room, and big bathroom plus kitchenette.

Stunning location, great hosts. Made very welcome with a lovely cup of tea. Close enough to Bath, Bristol and Wells (but at the same time far enough away)

A wonderful stay - friendly and enthusiastic owners, a beautifully curated property and a 5* breakfast with homemade treats that were kindly boxed up for us to take away. Oh and if you’re lucky you might meet the fabulous dog Fergus!

Everything is better than you could expect. Warm welcome, large period room, enormous contemporary bathroom, tasty breakfast made from local ingredients and homemade pastries.

Excellent breakfast with homemade cakes, cooked breakfast, yoghurts and juices

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Located 25 minutes’ drive from the historic cities of Bath and Bristol, The Old Parsonage is a Grade II listed 17th-century house, which retains many original features such as period fireplaces and a 17th-century staircase.
Free Wi-Fi is provided in each room at The Old Parsonage, as well as an private bathroom, flat-screen TV and tea/coffee making facilities. Rooms also include antique furniture and chandeliers.
A freshly cooked full English breakfast with home-made bread and jam is served in the beamed dining room. Coffee is roasted locally and there is also a selection of teas. A large sitting room is available for guests to relax in, as well as a courtyard.
The cathedral city of Wells is a 20-minute drive away and features the oldest continuously inhabited medieval street in Europe, as well an impressive cathedral.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.
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Good for couples – they rated the facilities 9.4 for two-person stays.
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Company info
We love living in this area on the edge of the beautiful Mendip Hills and close to Bath Bristol and Wells. If you like architecture, theatre or Roman remains and who can forget the influence of Brunel or the beautiful Scissor arch in Wells Cathedral this the area for you. We are spoilt by the amount of National Trust Properties close-by along with the natural beauty of Cheddar Gorge, Wookey Caves and The Mendips themselves. There are fantastic walking and cycle routes close-by which meet up with the National Bicycle grid. Locally there is great birdwatching from the Levels to the Blagdon Lakes and a fantastic golf course right here in Farrington. There are many great pubs and gastro pubs in the area offering great local food, these are a must for any visit.
Property info
The Old Parsonage is very special. It dates back to 1680 when it was built by Henry and Mary Hole. Their son John inherited the house and married into the Champney Family of Orchardleigh and soon gentrified the house with the addition of the imposing front consisting of a long hallway internally and two frontal wings which gives a very French feel like a chateau to the house. The family died out and the house became the property of the Duchy of Cornwall and since then it had regular visits from the royal family including Prince Charles The Prince of Wales, King Edward V111 and King George V1, see history on website. The staircase is special with it's fluted newel posts and alternate barley twist balusters surmounted by a heavily moulded handrail. Pevsner in his Architectural Guides describes the house as Fine house perhaps c1680-90 of red sandstone. Since the 1960' it has been a restaurant with rooms and now it is a very successful B&B with TripAdvisor 5* rating and is loved and cared for by it's present owners Emilie and James Wellman
Neighborhood info
History:In the Domesday book the village was known as Ferentone. The second part of the name is believed to come from the Gournays, its ancient possessors, including Robert de Gournay in 1225. Sir Thomas de Gournay was concerned in the murder of Edward II at Berkeley Castle, for which his estates were confiscated, and Farrington was later annexed to the Duchy of Cornwall. The parish was part of the hundred of Chewton. The manor house is believed to date from 1637 and the old parsonage from around 1700. Industry included coal mining on the Somerset coalfield from about 1780 but the local pits closed in the 1920s. There used to be an unmanned railway station or "halt" between 11 July 1927 and 2 November 1959, when the Bristol and North Somerset Railway line closed. We now have a very successful Farm Shop which produces local and organic produce. In addition Farrington Park is a very picturesque mature golf course with a sports and exercise centre.The Par 72 Duchy Course was opened in 1995 and has matured into a beautifully conditioned variety of parkland and lakeland golf holes. Situated in the Historic Triangle of the Great cities of Bath Bristol and Wells
Languages Spoken
Czech, English
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Chew Valley Lake4.6 miles
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Priston Mill5.5 miles
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Bath Spa University6.7 miles
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Wookey Hole Caves7.9 miles
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Wells Cathedral8.1 miles
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Moorlands Play Area8.5 miles
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Entry Hill Golf Club8.5 miles
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Coombe Lodge8.7 miles
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Cafe/Bar Farrington Inn0.1 miles
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Restaurant The Old Station1 miles
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Restaurant La Compagna2 miles
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Restaurant The Redan Inn1.9 miles
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Bath Spa Train Station9.4 miles
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The Roman Baths9.4 miles
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Royal Crescent9.4 miles
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Bath Abbey9.5 miles
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The Circus Bath9.5 miles
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University of Bath10.5 miles
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Bristol Temple Meads Station10.7 miles
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Bristol Cathedral11 miles
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Ashton Court11 miles
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Cabot Circus11.3 miles
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Train Oldfield Park Train Station8.7 miles
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Train Avon Riverside Railway Station8.7 miles
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Bristol Airport9.8 miles
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Cardiff Airport35.7 miles
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Gloucestershire Airport44.2 miles
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Amenities of The Old Parsonage
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4
Most popular amenities
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bathtub or shower
- Private Bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
Bedroom
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun deck
- Terrace
- Garden
Kitchen
- Electric kettle
Room Amenities
- Clothes rack
Pets
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Pets are not allowed.
Activities
- Golf course (within 2 miles) Additional charge
Living Area
- Desk
Media & Technology
- Flat-screen TV
- Radio
- TV
Food & Drink
- Bottle of water
- Special diet meals (on request)
- Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
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Free! WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
- Accessible parking
- Street parking
Free! Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
Services
- Daily housekeeping
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Honeymoon suite
- Laundry Additional charge
Front Desk Services
- Invoice provided
Entertainment & Family Services
- Board games/Puzzles
- Books, DVDs or music for children
- Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
General
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Soundproof
- Heating
- Family rooms
- Ironing facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
- Czech
- English
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Children & Beds
Child policies
Children over 7 are welcome.
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Crib and extra bed policies
There's no capacity for cribs at this property.
This property doesn't offer extra beds.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
The Old Parsonage accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
The fine print
Early check-in prior to 17:00 by prior arrangement only.
Please note that for the Courtyard Suite Breakfast included, a self-serve continental breakfast is available in the suite only and not in the B&B breakfast area.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are currently in effect at this property.
Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
Please inform The Old Parsonage of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
FAQs about The Old Parsonage
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The Old Parsonage is 1,000 feet from the center of Farrington Gurney.
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Yes, The Old Parsonage is popular with guests booking family stays.
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Room options at The Old Parsonage include:
- Double
- Apartment
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From the nearest airport, you can get to The Old Parsonage by:
- Car 25min
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The Old Parsonage offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Golf course (within 2 miles)
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The following parking options are available to guests staying at The Old Parsonage (subject to availability):
- Parking
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Private Parking
- Street parking
- Accessible parking
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The prices at The Old Parsonage may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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Check-in at The Old Parsonage is from 5:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM.
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Guests staying at The Old Parsonage can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.8).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Full English/Irish
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten-free