The Starting Gate, Bruton

The Starting Gate Higher Greenscombe, Bruton, BA10 0QJ, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location – rated 9.7/10! <small>(score from <b>26</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.5
Scored 9.5
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
26 reviews

The studio apartment is fresh and modern and Rachel and Chris were very welcoming. It is in the country between Evercreech and Bruton so very handy for us to visit our family and the attractive village of Bruton. The bottle of fresh milk was a bonus.

Lyndennis United Kingdom
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The Starting Gate, Bruton

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  • Entire apartment
  • 646 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • View
  • Garden
  • BBQ facilities
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace
  • Free parking
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The Starting Gate, Bruton is located in Bruton, just 17 miles from Longleat Safari Park and 18 miles from Longleat House. This apartment provides free private parking, a 24-hour front desk, and free Wifi. Outdoor dining is also possible at the apartment. Opening onto a patio with inner courtyard views, the apartment consists of 2 bedrooms. Providing a terrace with garden views, this apartment also provides guests with a satellite flat-screen TV, a well-equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven, and a microwave, as well as 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hair dryer. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and is protected by full-day security. Guests at The Starting Gate, Bruton can enjoy cycling nearby, or make the most of the garden. University of Bath is 24 miles from the accommodation, while Bath Abbey is 25 miles away. The nearest airport is Bristol Airport, 27 miles from The Starting Gate, Bruton.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 king bed
Bedroom 2:
1 sofa bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.6
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.7
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
7.5
High score for Bruton
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  • Lyndennis
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The studio apartment is fresh and modern and Rachel and Chris were very welcoming. It is in the country between Evercreech and Bruton so very handy for us to visit our family and the attractive village of Bruton. The bottle of fresh milk was a...”
  • Eve
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Lovely location with a perfect walk on the doorstep. Rachel was really welcoming. Very clean. Everything we needed for a short break. Short drive into Bruton”
  • Jessica
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The fab decor, the lovely host, and I was totally charmed by this accommodation.”

Host Info

9.8
9.8
Host Review Score
Host Review Score
The Starting Gate is a first floor studio apartment (sleeps 2+1) and is one of three newly built holiday cottages on the site. Situated in a tranquil, rural location approximately 1.5 miles from the historic town of Bruton in Somerset, it is ideally situated for single travelers, couples or small families wanting to explore the beautiful countryside and visit the many local attractions. With a private entrance, The Starting Gate is furnished to a high standard and has ample free and secure off road parking. The open plan living space provides a well equipped kitchen and small dining area. There is a king size bed and comfortable seating area. The family bathroom is equipped with a bath as well as a separate shower. A bonus is a separate dressing room/lounge with a second smart TV and a comfortable single sofa bed. This room is an ideal spot for a travel cot which can be provided on request. Outside, the Starting Gate benefits from a private patio area and guests are also welcome to make use of a shared, enclosed garden area.
My husband, Chris, and I (Rachel) have two grown up children and have lived here for over 20 years. We run a small, well equipped, stable yard for our own competition horses which our daughter competes and so are able to accommodate visiting equines here if required and subject to appropriate arrangements. There is a large enclosed garden area with ample seating and barbecue facilities which we enjoy sharing with our visitors when the weather permits and direct access to plenty of countryside walks. We are blessed to live is such a beautiful location and are pleased to be able to share it with our visitors.
The Starting Gate is in a rural location with direct access to an array of footpaths and bridlepaths and all commercial amenities a short drive away. Local attractions include, but are by no means limited to, the Royal Bath and West showground, Hauser and Wirth Gallery, Cheddar Gorge and Caves, Wincanton racecourse, Stourhead House and gardens, Longleat House and safari park, Haynes Motor Museum and Kilver Court designer shopping village. The picturesque cities of Wells Glastonbury and Bath are close by too. There are mainline train stations nearby in Bruton and Castle Cary and a local bus service. Taxis are available by arrangement. The M4/M5 junction is approximately 50 minutes drive. Local supermarkets offer a grocery home delivery service to the property.
Languages spoken: English,French

Area info

Amenities of The Starting Gate, Bruton
Great facilities! Review score, 9.6

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • High chair
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Guest bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • CD player
  • DVD player
  • Radio
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun deck
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Food & Drink
  • Grocery deliveries
Activities
  • Horseback riding
    Off-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Off-site
Outdoor & View
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Landmark view
  • Garden view
  • View
Building Characteristics
  • Private apartment in building
  • Semi-detached
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Baggage storage
  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Books, DVDs or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Babysitting/Child services
    Additional charge
Miscellaneous
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • French

House rules

The Starting Gate, Bruton takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM

You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

Check-out

From 1:00 AM to 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to apartment type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of GBP 100 is required on arrival. That's about USD 124. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

< 1 year old
Crib by request
Free
Extra bed by request
£20 per child, per night
1+ years
Extra bed by request
£20 per person, per night

Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

1 crib or 1 extra bed available on request.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform The Starting Gate, Bruton 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.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

A damage deposit of £100 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about The Starting Gate, Bruton

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at The Starting Gate, Bruton on this page.

  • The Starting Gate, Bruton offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    • Horseback riding

  • The prices at The Starting Gate, Bruton may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • The Starting Gate, Bruton can accommodate this group size:

    • 3 guests

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • The Starting Gate, Bruton has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 2 bedrooms

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Check-in at The Starting Gate, Bruton is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • The Starting Gate, Bruton is 1.4 miles from the center of Bruton. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.