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The Old Vicarage, Merriott

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5.0
out of 5
Sleeps up to 8
Pets 1
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 2

The Old Vicarage sits in Merriott, Somerset. This four-bedroom holiday cottage sleeps eight guests. Perfect for larger groups with a dedicated games room and spacious open-plan living areas. The property offers ample off-road parking and an enclosed rear garden with patio furniture.

Merriott is a working village in Somerset's farming country. Local shops, pubs and a post office are within walking distance. The village offers genuine rural life whilst staying well connected to coastal attractions.

Accommodation includes three king-size bedrooms and one double bedroom with beams. Two king-size rooms have en-suite facilities. One features a walk-in shower whilst another has a basin and WC. The main bathroom has a bath with shower over.

 

About The Old Vicarage

The Old Vicarage sits in Merriott, Somerset. This four-bedroom holiday cottage sleeps eight guests. Perfect for larger groups with a dedicated games room and spacious open-plan living areas. The property offers ample off-road parking and an enclosed rear garden with patio furniture.

Merriott is a working village in Somerset's farming country. Local shops, pubs and a post office are within walking distance. The village offers genuine rural life whilst staying well connected to coastal attractions.

Accommodation includes three king-size bedrooms and one double bedroom with beams. Two king-size rooms have en-suite facilities. One features a walk-in shower whilst another has a basin and WC. The main bathroom has a bath with shower over. Downstairs offers open-plan kitchen with range cooker, dining area and sitting room with Smart TV. A separate games room, study and boot room add extra space. The utility room houses the washing machine.

West Bay beach is 14 miles away (25 minutes). Montacute House sits nearby (15 minutes). Ham Hill Country Park offers walks and history (20 minutes). Lyme Regis provides fossil hunting and museums (25 minutes).

The Old Vicarage works brilliantly for extended families or friend groups wanting Somerset countryside with coastal access. Two dogs welcome.

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What Guests Love

What do previous guests think about their group stay at The Old Vicarage

Games Room Entertainment

Dedicated games and cinema room keeps everyone entertained during downtime. Perfect for rainy days or evening entertainment after exploring Somerset's countryside attractions.

Spacious Group Living

Open-plan kitchen, dining and sitting areas let eight guests socialise together comfortably. Nobody feels cramped or separated during your stay together.

Village Location Benefits

Walk to local pubs, shops and post office within minutes. Genuine village life without sacrificing convenience for your group's daily needs.

Enclosed Garden Space

Private rear garden with patio and lawn provides outdoor space for dogs and guests. Furniture included for al fresco dining and relaxation.

Flexible Sleeping Arrangements

Four bedrooms with three king-size beds and one double accommodate different group configurations. Two en-suites reduce morning bathroom queues for larger parties.

Coastal Day Trips

West Bay, Burton Bradstock and Lyme Regis beaches all within 14 miles. Easy day trips to Jurassic Coast without staying in busy tourist areas.

Getting To The Old Vicarage

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach The Old Vicarage by car, take the A303 towards Yeovil and exit onto the A356. Follow signs to Merriott village. The property offers ample off-road parking for multiple vehicles upon arrival.

By Train

Crewkerne station is the nearest railway stop, served by the London Waterloo to Exeter line with hourly services. The journey from Waterloo takes approximately 2 hours 30 minutes. Taxis are available from the station to Merriott.

Ample off-road parking
Crewkerne station (4 miles)
Accessible from A303 and A356

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Stuff for larger groups and families to try!

Montacute House
Distance: 4.5 miles
TA15 6XP
Ham Hill Country Park
Distance: 5 miles
TA14 6RW
Lyme Regis Beach
Distance: 14 miles
DT7 3JF
Ham Hill Country Park Trails
Distance: 5 miles
TA14 6RW
Tintinhull Garden
Distance: 3 miles
BA22 8PZ
Jurassic Coast Path
Distance: 14 miles
DT7 3JQ
Merriott Village Stores
Distance: 0.3 miles
TA16 5NR
Crewkerne Town Centre
Distance: 4 miles
TA18 7AB
Yeovil Shopping Centre
Distance: 8 miles
BA20 1DY
Crewkerne Station
Distance: 4 miles
TA18 8BU
Merriott Post Office
Distance: 0.2 miles
TA16 5NR
Local Garage
Distance: 0.4 miles
TA16 5NL
Montacute House
Distance: 4.5 miles
TA15 6XP
Ham Hill Country Park
Distance: 5 miles
TA14 6RW
Lyme Regis Beach
Distance: 14 miles
DT7 3JF
Ham Hill Country Park Trails
Distance: 5 miles
TA14 6RW
Tintinhull Garden
Distance: 3 miles
BA22 8PZ
Jurassic Coast Path
Distance: 14 miles
DT7 3JQ
Merriott Village Stores
Distance: 0.3 miles
TA16 5NR
Crewkerne Town Centre
Distance: 4 miles
TA18 7AB
Yeovil Shopping Centre
Distance: 8 miles
BA20 1DY
Crewkerne Station
Distance: 4 miles
TA18 8BU
Merriott Post Office
Distance: 0.2 miles
TA16 5NR
Local Garage
Distance: 0.4 miles
TA16 5NL

Is The Old Vicarage Right For Your Group

Discover why this cottage is the one for your party or family reunion...

For Families
The games and cinema room provides hours of entertainment for children of all ages. Ham Hill Country Park offers outdoor adventures just 5 miles away with Iron Age fort exploration. Lyme Regis features Dinosaurland Fossil Museum and Charmouth Heritage Coast Centre with guided fossil hunting trips. The Jurassic Fun Centre provides indoor play facilities and pool activities when weather turns poor.
Groups Will Love...
The dedicated games and cinema room transforms group evenings into proper entertainment. This separate space means some guests can watch films whilst others play games without disturbing each other. Combined with the open-plan living area, the property offers multiple social zones. Eight guests never feel crowded. The Smart TV in the sitting room provides additional viewing options for split preferences.
Pet Friendly
Two well-behaved dogs are welcome at The Old Vicarage. The enclosed rear garden provides safe outdoor space for pets to explore and relax. A dedicated boot room offers practical storage for leads, bowls and muddy paws after countryside walks. Ham Hill Country Park sits 5 miles away with extensive walking trails. Local footpaths connect directly from Merriott village for daily exercise.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at The Old Vicarage

The Swan Inn

Located 0.2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: TA16 5NR

The George Inn

Located 3.8 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: TA18 7BP

The Half Moon Inn

Located 2.5 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: TA18 8NT

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about The Old Vicarage

Is The Old Vicarage pet friendly?
Yes, two well-behaved dogs are welcome at The Old Vicarage. A dedicated boot room provides practical space for muddy paws and outdoor gear after countryside walks.
How many people does the property sleep?
The cottage sleeps eight guests across four bedrooms. Three king-size rooms and one double bedroom with beams provide flexible sleeping arrangements for your group.
What cooking facilities are available?
The open-plan kitchen features a range cooker and fridge/freezer for preparing group meals. The dining area connects directly to the kitchen for easy serving and socialising.
Is there parking at the property?
Ample off-road parking is available for multiple vehicles. This proves particularly useful for larger groups arriving in separate cars from different locations.
What entertainment options exist for groups?
A dedicated games and cinema room provides indoor entertainment for all ages. The sitting area also features a Smart TV for relaxed evening viewing together.
How far is the nearest beach?
West Bay, Burton Bradstock and Lyme Regis are all 14 miles away. Each beach offers different experiences from fossil hunting to coastal walks along the Jurassic Coast.
Are there shops and pubs nearby?
Merriott village has a general store, farm shops, pharmacy, post office and pub within walking distance. The garage provides additional convenience for last-minute supplies or fuel.
What outdoor space does the property have?
An enclosed rear garden features a patio, lawn and outdoor furniture. The private space works well for dogs and outdoor dining when weather permits.

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The Old Vicarage Reviews

Graham
We enjoyed a fantastic week at the Old Vicarage and felt at home there as soon as we arrived. The house is a lovely size with tons of character, high ceilings and lots of amenities. We particularly enjoyed preparing meals in the large openplan kitchen and sitting at the big dining table to enjoy. We made use of both the woodburner in the dinersnug area, as well as the open fire in the drawing room in the evenings. We made good use of this room in the evenings for reading and playing games. All of the bedrooms were pretty and very tastefully designed, with comfortable beds and antique furniture. There was plenty of space for our two dogs both in the house and in the delightful gardens and we could image how lovely it would be to sit outside in the spring or summer there. We loved the location in the pretty village of Merriott, walking around the village and surrounding fields, as well as how close it is to another very attractive village of Hinton St George with the fabulous Lord Poulett Arms which we enjoyed visiting a couple of times for excellent meals, with our dogs. We found the nearby Crewkerne really handy for supermarkets etc. The owner was extremely friendly and kind in message communication during our stay, checking how things were and making us feel very welcome there. We definitely hope to stay at the Old Vicarage again in the future and would highly recommend it for a wonderful holiday.
We had a wonderful long weekend as a family at The Old Vicarage. It is set in stunning grounds that was secure for our dog to exercise in off lead whilst keeping a close eye on him. The house was extremely clean and the kitchen was very well equipped for everything we needed. It was particularly cosy in the open plan kitchen diner with the Aga going and we played some of the board games that were available to us at the big table. The children enjoyed the cinema room and playing on the Nintendo Switch which was also available to use. The whole house is beautifully decorated and very spacious with comfortable beds. We hope to visit again for future family gatherings. Thank you very much, we highly recommend this place!
Beautiful, spacious house with pretty much everything you could wish for including character, fabulous!
Jacqueline
ABSOLUTELY FABULOUS ! ! The Old Vicarage is an absolute gem of a place and we are so glad to have found it. The house is beautiful with lovely decor, huge rooms, lots of space and a very tranquil feel to it. The gardens are lovely and very peaceful. The owners are also brilliant and helped us out with a small issue we had whilst there nothing was too much trouble for them. Overall we cannot recommend this house highly enough we did not want to leave. It truly is stunning and you will not be disappointed. We would go back in a heartbeat.
Jyothika
Wow, we were so so impressed with The Old Vicarage. It is hands down the best cottage we've stayed in! The pictures are very accurate and it really is absolutely stunning. The kitchen was amazing, and we had everything we needed for our two week stay, so well equipped with herbs, spices and other ingredients available to use. The garden and ground are incredible! Lots of space and very well cared for. It was fully secure and our two dogs enjoyed themselves a lot. Although a semi detached house, we couldn't hear the neighbours at all and it felt very private. The owners were lovely and we really liked the fact that they got in touch with us ahead of our stay. They were very responsive throughout, and even helped us find someone local to fix our car. All in all, it was a fantastic holiday and we look forward to our next visit!
Graham
This is a very well proportioned house which has been thoughtfully and tastefully decorated and furnished. As the village is not a short cut, there is minimal traffic and our two weeks were lovely and quiet at all times. The triple aspect garden is sunny all day and perfect for dogs and children to run around in. We enjoyed our two weeks immensely and look forward to staying again at sometime in the future.
The property and grounds were beautiful. Beds were extremely comfortable. Facilities were perfect for our family. Everything you could possibly need for your stay. Situated in a quiet village. Local shop & petrol station nearby. Would definitely recommend.
Joseph
Such a beautiful house in a beautiful setting. The interiors were sublime and to such high quality. The kitchen was very well equipped. A homely feel in a tranquil setting. Lots of little pubs dotted around the area with lovely food and friendly staff. Would definitely book again.
We had a lovely long weekend stay at The Old Vicarage. The property was charming, clean, spacious & very well equipped! The welcome basket was out of this world the butter was exceptional! We spent most of our time playing games in the garden. So many places to hide for hide n seek & so much space for running around & letting off steam. We even fitted in an evening bbq! The cinema room was cosy & great for unwinding with a film or video game. The house felt homely & was beautifully decorated throughout. Some lovely touches herbs & spices, tea & coffee, to name but a few. We definitely have a budding 7 year old pianist in the making who made good use of the piano. Great sized tables & chairs, inside & out, perfect for a family of 8 to gather round & eat or play board games. The only thing I missed was a washing line or whirligig I even brought pegs, but the tumble dryer was most welcome. I would like to thank Anna, the host, & her family for making us feel welcome. A truly lovely stay!
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