The Old Reading Rooms, Wiveliscombe | Cottage in Taunton

5.0 (2 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   2 Bedrooms  2 Bathrooms  4 Guests
Wiveliscombe Cottage | The Old Reading Rooms, Wiveliscombe

2 Bedroom Cottage in Wiveliscombe, Taunton

The Old Reading Rooms is a Grade II Listed town house offering spacious accommodation for up to 4 guests over three floors together with a courtyard to the rear of the property. Situated in Wiveliscombe, a bustling town, and providing great access to the Brendon Hills, the Quantocks, and Exmoor. This Grade II Listed town house offers a wealth of character features and is believed to date back to 1887 to commemorate Queen Victoria's Golden Jubilee. The foundation stone is believed to have been laid by William Hancock on the 24th June 1887 and the Reading Room was opened a year later. Originally the ground floor was divided into two reading rooms, one for the public and the other for subscribers and on the first floor originally housed a billiard room and a snuggery.
The property has now been converted into a superb holiday accommodation for up to 4 guests. The entrance hall leads into a 30' kitchen/dining room with high ceiling, cornices, stained glass windows, and attractive timbered floor there is a cloakroom and rear porch with access to courtyard. Off the hallway at the foot of the stairs, is a walk-in shower with hand basin.
Stairs lead up to the first floor which opens out into a magnificent double storey lounge and also has the bedroom and a family bathroom together with a galleried bedroom which is reached by a large spiral staircase from which superb views can be enjoyed.
Sleeps up to 4 guests
One double (King-size bed) and one twin bedroom
Spacious kitchen/dining room
Ground floor shower room plus separate toilet
Family bathroom with bath, toilet and hand basin on first floor
Twin bedroom on the first floor
Galleried bedroom above the lounge accessed via a spiral staircase
Private and enclosed courtyard with outside table and chairs
Dogs welcome (2 max) for £15 supplement per dog
Wifi included (fibre optic super fast broadband)
Gas-fired central heating and electricity included
Bed linen and towels provided
Arrive from 4 pm
Depart by 10 am
Dogs are welcome by prior arrangement (maximum of 2) for a supplement of £15 per dog. Please do not allow your dogs on the furniture and do not leave them alone in the property at any time.
Please note, the property is strictly non-smoking.

The Old Reading Rooms, Wiveliscombe is located in Wiveliscombe. The Old Reading Rooms, Wiveliscombe provides accommodation, featuring Internet, Kitchen, Laundry, among other amenities. This Cottage features Internet, Kitchen, Laundry, to make your stay a comfortable one.

The Old Reading Rooms, Wiveliscombe has 2 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 4 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cottage because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cottage, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Cottage has a friendly neighborhood, and the Wiveliscombe has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cottage in Wiveliscombe, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Taunton, United Kingdom

Amenities

Pet Friendly
TV
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Bathrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
Kitchen
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
Laundry
  • Washing machine and dryer
Pet Friendly
  • Pet friendly
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
Entertainment
  • TV
General
  • Sleeps 4
  • English
Guest Services
  • Iron/ironing board
Internet
  • Internet access
Outdoors
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No parties or events
Pet Policy
Pets allowed service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Smoking Policy
No smoking
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Reviews

Phil rice
Mar 6, 2022 08:00:02 AM
Review Score:   5
Summary: Very good property very quirky but modern fab location walking distance 200m to two pubs COOP, cafe, takeways. Lots of local history very friendly locals. Loved it try it as it’s a bit different but fab
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FAQ's

Is this Wiveliscombe cottage pet-friendly for guests?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

Does the Wiveliscombe cottage have a swimming pool?

No, this Wiveliscombe cottage does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Wiveliscombe cottage?

Best-rates for the Wiveliscombe cottage starts from $144 per night with includes TV, Child Friendly, Internet, Kitchen, Laundry, Pet Friendly with all other facilities. RBO matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is Wiveliscombe cottage a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this cottage Good or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the cottage has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Wiveliscombe cottage wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Wiveliscombe cottage has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Wiveliscombe cottage?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Wiveliscombe cottage indicates 1 day stay policy at this cottage. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Wiveliscombe cottage?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Wiveliscombe cottage are as follows: Cancellation policy Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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