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Property grounds
Exterior
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
Cheddar, Somerset
  • Popular LocationCheddar Crazy Golf7 min walk
  • Popular LocationThe Cheddar Gorge Cheese Co.7 min walk
  • Popular LocationCheddar Gorge13 min walk
  • AirportBristol (BRS-Bristol Intl.)23 min drive

Space details

1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, sleeps 2
Bedroom 1
    2 twin/single beds
Bathroom 1
    Shower

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Bradley Cross Farm, Shepherds Cottage

High on the Mendip Hills, sits a stone cottage on a working farm, with breathtaking views over the Somerset Levels. The cottage was built around 1850 and was formerly occupied by the local shepherd grazing his sheep on this area of the Mendip Hills. Today the land is grazed by the traditional breeds of Longhorn Cattle and Wiltshire Horn Sheep, well suited to managing the natural grassland on the farm. Cheddar Gorge, Site of Special Scientific Interest, lies to the north of the farm and Mascalls’ Wood, an ancient woodland, lies to the west. Cheddar village and local shops are a distance of about 1 mile from the cottage. Ideal for walkers and close to the Mendip Way.

Property manager

Judy Credland

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Golf on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Well behaved pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Children under 2 years old

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include 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

Property is also known as

Bradley Cross Farm, Shepherds
Bradley Cross Farm, Shepherds Cottage Cottage
Bradley Cross Farm, Shepherds Cottage Cheddar
Bradley Cross Farm, Shepherds Cottage Cottage Cheddar

About the neighborhood

Cheddar

Located in Cheddar, this cottage is in a rural area. Cheddar Crazy Golf and Mendip Spring Golf and Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit The Cheddar Gorge Cheese Co. and Ashton Windmill. Wells & Mendip Museum and Bounce are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Cheddar Crazy Golf - 7 min walk
  • The Cheddar Gorge Cheese Co. - 7 min walk
  • Mendip Hills - 8 min walk
  • Cheddar Gorge - 13 min walk
  • Wookey Hole Caves - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Parson Street Station - 24 min drive
  • Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • Gough's Cave - 13 min walk
  • Riverside Inn - 4 min walk
  • The White Hart - 7 min walk
  • Swan Inn - 8 min drive
  • The Waterfall Restaurant - 9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Bradley Cross Farm, Shepherds Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Bradley Cross Farm, Shepherds Cottage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bradley Cross Farm, Shepherds Cottage?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bradley Cross Farm, Shepherds Cottage located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Cheddar Crazy Golf and Cheddar Gorge. The Cheddar Gorge Cheese Co. and Mendip Hills are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 72 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 72 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 72 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 72 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 72 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Simon C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Basically Brilliant
Paul and Judy have an ideal retreat waiting for you to enjoy a peaceful exploration of the area. The cottage sits atop a hill with a glorious view to enjoy after a days walking in the hills and woods. The accommodation is basic but perfectly comfortable and has all you need for a break from the everyday pressures of normal life. The shower has real power to wake you up too. Paul and Judy a very hospitable and are unobtrusively available should you require help. Their two dogs are extremely friendly. All in all a very good choice for a stay in the area and we thank you for looking after us so well.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Paul L.

Shepherds cottage
The owners of the farm are very friendly but I feel that the cottage needs a little TLC to bring it up to standard. I am a little slow on my feet and I feel there ought to be some mention of the steep steps to the front door can be quite slippy although there is a well positioned handle to help. Through no fault of the owners we had very heavy rain throughout most of our stay and the ground in front of the cottage and path at the rear were very slippery. The view is fantastic but it is such a shame that there is a broken down old car to the left of the cottage slightly blocking the view and having some effect on parking which is very narrow and slippery to drive into and get out of the car. Internally it was a little disappointing with paintwork dirty and holed (bathroom door).Due to the heavy rain the front wall had significant damp halfway up in the kitchen.The lounge/bedroom window is single glazed and draughty.The 'cooker' was two electric rings and a microwave and the dining area a small square table with two folding chairs. The bathroom was basic, the shower excellent but again at the window a net curtain pinned up with rusty drawing pins. The log burner was very welcome but small, the front door of the log burner difficult to close which was a little worrying as the beds are in the same room.The beds are the top and bottom of a bunk bed but quite comfortable.Kitchen utensils were usable.The whole cottage became very cold in night without the burner.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claire T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing stay
We spent a wonderful 2 night stay here. Paul and Judy and their 3 dogs are lovely and made us feel so welcome and comfortable. The shepherd hut is great with lots of character. You are left a large supply of free logs for the fire which makes the place feel so cosy, told if you run out to just leave the basket outside and it will be filled up again for you. On arrival they told us the history of the hut which was fascinating. Kitchen is small but with all the basic equipment you will need You feel like your way out in the country but it’s only a 5 min drive from cheddar town and a few mins more to the gorge. If you’re looking for a relaxing getaway I would highly recommend it. It’s also a great base for walking
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an amazing stay at Bradley Cross Farm. The owners was very lovely and very helpful and their 2 dogs are super friendly too. Highly recommend if you like a bit of an adventure but looking for a very quiet place to stay.

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful, Comfortable, Amaing view
Thank you Judy, Paul, and your lovely dogs for the warm hospitality. We felt at home the moment we got there. The cottage is comfortable and warm. We appreciated that the woodstove was ready for us the first night and for the suply of wood. The view of Cheddar from the cottage is amazing, especially sunset. Loved the quiet, peaceful nature and farm sounds in the morning while drinking my coffee outside and seeing a beautiful deer in the field on my early morning stroll. We also enjoyed our walk up the hill to the view of the gorge. Spectacular view. The only dissapointment is that we had to cut our stay short due to my spouse not feeling well. Otherwise we would have stayed longer. We would recomend a stay at your cottage and come back ourselves if we are in the area again.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning view
Small cost cottage at the top of the hill over looking Cheddar. The view is stunning. Judy and Paul are very welcoming to their small farm and it’s a great base to visit the local area especially if you are a walker or you want peace and quiet. Plenty of places to eat locally. Thankyou.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Louise A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bank holiday weekend
basic property but had everything needed. Just felt at home and welcome from minute arrived. Good walk to Cheddar Gorge. View is just incredible could look at all day. Plenty of places to explore within local area, good base For day out…dogs had a wonderful time and made to feel welcome too..would happily return..
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jerome W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bradley Cross Farm
Fantastic location with anazing views. Very friendly and helpful hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rodica H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful country side location
The little cottage remainded us of our childhood holidays at the grandparents. Woods surrounding location, stunning views, if not one of the best in the area, owners very pleasant, made us feeling at home. We will defintely come back. The place is for people who wants a total break of the day to day stress and noise. Beautiful and ..quiet! We loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
4 day relax break
Excellent hosts ( and dogs) shepherd hut exactly as expected small cosy tidy hot water /shower good.TV /Wi-Fi good Location central for day trips. Couple of pot holes on driveway up, but able to slalom to avoid with care. Throughly enjoyed & outstanding views
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023