Bullen Court

Set within 6 acres of beautiful gardens, this stylishly updated Victorian residence has been imaginatively transformed to provide a fabulous holiday retreat for larger families and groups of friends seeking a magnificent getaway in the spellbinding Somerset countryside. Offering spacious, tasteful and characterful accommodation for up to 16 guests, the property sits along the tranquil banks of the River Ding and makes an idyllic spot for family celebrations, reunions and get-togethers. Dating back to 1850, this fabulous country house boasts three elegant lounges, eight sumptuous bedrooms and two beautifully equipped kitchens, along with a wealth of exciting features including a hot tub, an outdoor bar, a welcoming wood burner, a grand conservatory-style dining room, a chic cinema room, and a mini sports centre with a range of equipment.

This stunning country house features three beautiful lounges: the Champagne Room acts as the TV and cinema room, while the Red Salon has classic oak panelling, bay windows, ample seating and a wood burner. The White Salon features an open fire and French doors leading through to the magnificent light-filled Orangery, a wonderful dining room perfect for special occasions. Two kitchens provide ample space for rustling up quick meals and family banquets. The ground floor also has the first super-king-size bedroom, Kinky Noir, with an en-suite bathroom and door to the riverside. Two separate staircases lead to the first floor with a bathroom, shower room and seven bedrooms, all richly decorated and featuring sumptuous furnishings, eclectic features, Smart TVs and beautiful views. There are three en-suite rooms: Rose Blush is a king-size room while Blanc des Blancs and Shades of Gris each have super-king-size beds, alongside a charming twin room and three king-size rooms: Moody Bleu, Argent Provocateur and J’adore L’Or. Bi-fold doors lead from the Orangery onto a furnished terrace and down a couple of steps to the classical French country garden with a formal lawn, gothic font and romantic loveseat. Behind the house the furnished courtyard has a BBQ, a fire pit, a hot tub and a bar with a serving hatch, making this a fantastic spot for spending an afternoon in the sun. The extensive gardens also feature a tennis court, boules pit and croquet lawn, as well as a wooded area which is sometimes home to a flock of sheep. The river runs unfenced past the property, so please take care with children.