Located 3 mi (4.8 km) from Mendip Hills, this vacation home is within a 10-minute drive of Burrington Combe. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
Mendip Spring Golf and Country Club - 16 min drive - 6.8 miles
Chew Valley Lake - 18 min drive - 8.2 miles
Ashton Court Country Park - 18 min drive - 10.0 miles
Getting around
Yatton Station - 13 min drive
Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 7 min drive
Restaurants
The Park - 11 min drive
Caffè Ritazza - 8 min drive
The Star - 10 min drive
The Golden Lion, Wrington - 18 min walk
Frankie & Benny's - 8 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
A beautiful home set in 11 acres of grounds, overlooking the Mendip Hills.
Barley Wood is a historic house full of character and charm. Built in 1801 for the social reformer and authoress Hannah More. Later Barley Wood was home to the Wills Family-Bristol Tobacconists. Now part of the YMCA Dulverton group and used to create income for charity, we host many events and group holiday rentals. The house is set within 11 acres of gardens and woodland with stunning views across the Mendip Hills. With nine large bedrooms and five main bathrooms there is plenty of room for the whole family! The house also boasts two large rooms for events/group dining, a reception/lounge area with an open fire and piano and a domestic kitchen stocked with all the essentials. An additional three toilets are located on the ground floor. All rooms are doubles however we can add an additional five single camp beds for children and travel cots if required. On site parking, lots of outdoor space and a BBQ are located at the venue. We are happy to recommend local restaurants, pubs and places to visit or help to arrange chefs to cater at Barley Wood.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 6.5 bathrooms, and a patio. There's space to spread out with 9 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a fireplace, a coffee maker, and an ironing board. Bathrooms are shared.
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Area rugs in public areas
Front entrance ramp
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Thin carpet in public areas
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
In a village
Things to do
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Garden
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 1:00 PM
Check-out
Check-out before 1:00 PM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
Noise must be minimal after 9pm outside
Music off by midnight - deposits may be lost if later
events only by prior arrangement - fee's may apply.
Pets
This property welcomes pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Note from host: Well behaved dogs are welcome but not on the beds.
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
Events allowed
By prior arrangement. Additional fee may apply.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: By prior arrangement. Additional fee may apply.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Check-in: 1:00 PM
Check-out: 1:00 PM
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Parties and events are allowed on site.
Note from host: By prior arrangement. Additional fee may apply.
Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.
Property is also known as
Vrbo Property
Frequently asked questions
What's there to do near this vacation home?
This vacation home is located in Bristol, close to Cheddar Gorge, Mendip Hills, and Chew Valley Lake. Mendip Spring Golf and Country Club is also within a driving distance of 4.4 mi.
Is there parking available at A beautiful home set in 11 acres of grounds, overlooking the Mendip Hills.?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.
Is this vacation home associated with a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.
What amenities will couples enjoy at A beautiful home set in 11 acres of grounds, overlooking the Mendip Hills.?
Amenities that appeal to couples at this historic vacation home include a fireplace, a smart TV, and a kitchen.
Does A beautiful home set in 11 acres of grounds, overlooking the Mendip Hills. have a hot tub?
No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.
Does this vacation home provide breakfast?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?
Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.
Does A beautiful home set in 11 acres of grounds, overlooking the Mendip Hills. have connecting rooms available?
No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
What is the closest airport to this vacation home?
The closest major airport to this vacation home is Bristol International Airport (BRS), which is 3.3 mi away (7 minutes by car). Another top airport is Cardiff International Airport (CWL), which is around 25.6 mi away.
Are there rooms with balconies at A beautiful home set in 11 acres of grounds, overlooking the Mendip Hills.?
Yes, every house at A beautiful home set in 11 acres of grounds, overlooking the Mendip Hills. comes with a patio.
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Lucy H.
Apr 24, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing weekend away
The house was amazing and Zach was so so helpful and communicative throughout and even set up some dining space for us ahead of arrival on the Friday. We all had an amazing time and I would definitely stay here again!
Lucy H.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kirstie-Ann M.
Apr 17, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect celebration house
We had a wonderful stay here which far surpassed expectations. Every room in the property was lovely and there was plenty of space for 17 adults. There were plenty of very spacious bathrooms. The large hall was a particular highlight as an event space. The kitchen was small but well equipped enough to feed 17 over the weekend and the dishwasher much appreciated. Would certainly return for a celebration weekend in future.
Kirstie-Ann M.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Annabel C.
Mar 6, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
We had the BEST time
Facilities were great, lovely and clean. Contact before was brilliant they couldn’t have been more accommodating. Will definitely come again!!
Annabel C.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Maureen H.
Jan 17, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Utter perfection!
We had the privilege of spending Christmas here. An extended family gathering from 4 countries. The house was just perfect for us. Comfy beds and lots of space too. The people who run this place are fabulous. The communicate promptly and are so helpful. Location was gorgeous too. We made magic memories!
Maureen H.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Diana J.
Nov 14, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
An amazingly beautiful, comfortable house. The best weekend ever
We would definitely recommend this wonderful place to stay in. The owners and manager Lauren, were so helpful and couldn’t have prepared the house better for our stay. We had such a memorable weekend. The weather helped and we were also able to make use of the stunning extensive grounds. Thankyou.
Diana J.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
10/10 Excellent
Laura S.
Mar 6, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning
An absolutely beautiful property which is even bigger than you can imagine from the pictures. We were a group of six families and the house had more than enough space for all the adults and children. The grounds were beautiful with unbelievable views.
Holly was a superb host. She stayed late to ensure we had everything we needed and was so friendly and thoughtful. We had a fantastic stay and will definitely be back!
Then only improvement would be a dishwasher... With 19 of us there was a lot of washing up to do!
Laura S.
10/10 Excellent
Emily S.
Feb 24, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing property!
What a success! The staff, house and grounds of this house exceeded all our expectations. Thank you very much and we hope to visit again in the future.
Emily S.
10/10 Excellent
Andrew S.
Feb 10, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
AkzoNobel
Lovely place everyone praised the staff and the location.