Watermead House

83 High Street, Chard, TA20 1QT, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location – rated 9.3/10! <small>(score from <b>445</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.2
Scored 9.2
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
445 reviews

Property under new management. New owners are starting on a high and using the property’s history to ensure a high end experience.

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Watermead House

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The award-winning Watermead House is set in a quiet location, just 2 minutes’ walk from Chard town center. Free Wi-Fi is available, as well as on-site private parking. A flat-screen TV and tea/coffee making facilities are featured in all rooms at Watermead. A hearty English breakfast prepared with local produce is served in the dining room, along with vegetarian and lighter options. A selection of pubs and restaurants can be found within a 5-minute walk. The historic town of Chard provides easy access to the famous Jurassic Coastline and the surrounding sights of Somerset, Devon and Dorset.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish

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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 twin bed
1 full bed
2 twin beds
or
1 king bed
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Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
9.5
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
9.5
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Simon
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Property under new management. New owners are starting on a high and using the property’s history to ensure a high end experience.”
  • Heather
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Easy parking - walking distance to high street. Accommodated my request for vegan breakfast.”
  • Cherie
    Australia Australia
    “Easy parking. Good location to shops. Beautiful room and fantastic breakfast. One of the best breakfasts I’ve had in my travels. Wonderful, welcoming hosts. And loved meeting ‘Chester’. Overall, a great stay that can’t be faulted!”

Managed by Watermead House

Company review score: 9.8Based on 441 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

Owners Jamie and Gary both have years of experience from within the hospitality industry, their dedication to hospitality, cleanliness and customer service has complimented Watermead House which has received many accolades, including the 'TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence'. You will certainly be assured of a warm and professional welcome.

Property info

THE NUMBER 1 RATED BOUTIQUE GUEST HOUSE ACCOMMODATION IN CHARD BASED ON CUSTOMER REVIEWS 9.6/10 HOTEL SOCIAL 2024 AWARD OF EXCELLENCE. Watermead House OFFERS SPECIAL DIRECT RATES just click above to view. We are an elegant Victorian villa that has embraced technology and a warm friendly welcome to make your stay exceptionally comfortable and relaxing. Whether your visit is for business or leisure, we offer a range of excellent quality, well priced accommodation and our price match guarantee ensures you pay the lowest available rate by booking direct .Call us if you find a lower rate as we guarantee to beat any published rate. A new eco friendly heating and water system has been installed and all rooms have been fully refurbished to offer a warm modern contemporary feel. We offer superior doubles and twins as well as super-kings and singles all with a 43 inch smart TV offering streaming and on demand options. Alexa is in all rooms which also come with a tea and coffee station including a Nespresso coffee machine and coffee pods. All our rooms are ensuite with new rainfall showers. Our rates include an award winning breakfast served in the spacious dining room overlooking the ...

Neighborhood info

Watermead House is in a conservation area located off Chard High Street, with local restaurants, cafes and pubs within walking distance. Despite being so central, Watermead House is tucked away down a private road with a private garden backed by woodlands. There is a large private car park in front of the house which is essential due to limited car park in Chard town centre. Watermead House offers everything you need for a relaxed and comfortable stay.

Languages Spoken

English,Chinese

Area info

Amenities of Watermead House
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular amenities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Alarm clock
Outdoors
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Electric kettle
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Baggage storage
  • Express check-in/out
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • CCTV outside property
General
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Adults only
  • Smoke-free property
  • Carpeted
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Chinese

House rules

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Check-in

From 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Check-out

Until 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

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

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Mastercard Visa Cash Watermead House accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

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

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.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

FAQs about Watermead House

  • Room options at Watermead House include:

    • Single
    • Double
    • Twin

  • Watermead House is 1,950 feet from the center of Chard. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Guests staying at Watermead House can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.2).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish

  • Check-in at Watermead House is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • Watermead House offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

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