The Somerleaze Residence

somerset, england
6 bedroom - 5 bath
(3 reviews)
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£2,300 - £3,000 per night (GBP)
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Perks for the Parents

“The Supercool Country House” - The Times. This magnificent, late Victorian manor with a stunning interior is set in its own estate with a walled garden, acres of lawn and a private river beach, offering a real slice of English country life. It comfortably sleeps 16. If more beds are required, please contact the hosts. Somerleaze House is perfect for family gatherings, reunions, milestone events or simply a holiday away from home, offering fun for kids of all ages and relaxation for the grown ups. It comes with an adjacent self-contained cottage (sleeps 2) for guests who crave privacy from the main house or welcome refuge for nannies and grandparents. A stylish and holistic gym makes it easy for you to dabble in some self-care. You can use the host's concierge service, hire chefs, book spa treatments at home, hunker down to a roaring fire, huddle around a ceremonial fire pit or briskly march over fields towards the bustling town of Frome to visit the weekly markets and vibey cobbled streets.

Why Kids Love it

The sprawling grounds are definitely the biggest draw. Children become wildlings and grown-ups can relax on the terrace with panoramic views of the gardens. There is a newly heated pool, trampolines, table tennis, an indoor trapeze, an apple tree swing and woodlands for playing in. The family room is well stocked with analog toys and games to keep kids entertained for hours and there is a massive screen for movie nights, sporting must-sees or lazy day watching. Out and about, kids will enjoy Longleat Safari & Adventure Park (20 mins) set in the grounds of an English stately home, picnics in the ruins of Nunney Castle (15 mins), or exploring Wookey Hole Caves (50 mins) and if energy expenditure is important, the kids will not want to leave the Frome Bouldering Rooms, a minute’s drive from the house. The hosts have an extensive list of activities to keep them busy rain or shine which they can share with you after booking.

Things to Know

Minimum stay: 2 nights most of the year; 3 nights May through 20 July; 5 nights 21 July onwards through the end of summer; and 5-7 nights at Christmas/Easter. Arrival date is Friday. Check in is 5pm; check out is 10am. Any group over 14 guests will be subject to additional charges. The house has been recently refurbished in 2022. The heated pool is in a secure walled garden that has a lockable gate. It is not yet heated but will be in the future. There is water on the property with a pond in the walled garden but this can easily be locked. There is access to a river where young children should be supervised but it is down through the woods and not immediately on the property. Cots and high chairs can be supplied. The whole house is triple glazed so it's super warm, even in the winter. A car is recommended to stay here and explore the area - there is plenty of parking. The hosts have a dedicated concierge team to deal with any issues during your stay. They will happily consider pets upon request.

About the Location

Somerleaze House is set in the verdant Somerset countryside, yet only 3 miles from the center of Frome. The bustling market town boasts a diversity of independent shops and eateries scattered along its charming cobbled streets. The town is renowned for its strong sense of community which makes it a wonderful destination for families with seasonal events throughout the year. There is a child-friendly footpath to town across fields just on the other side of a quiet country lane opposite the house. Frome also has a bustling train station which not only supports travel but is host to world class pizza nights, a natural wine bar and the best Swedish style hot dogs. There are plenty of buses and taxis in the area. More information supplied in the welcome pack. Historic Bath is only a 30-minute drive away with its parks, stunning Georgian architecture, galleries and museums, world class eateries plus the famous Roman Baths, spa and The Royal Crescent. Orchardleigh Estate with its golf course is next door and the famous Babington House (part of the Soho House group) is a 10-minute drive. There’s also Bruton and its famous high street, Hauser and Wirth Gallery and The Newt, a mere 25- 30 mins away. The nearest airport is Bristol (50 minutes’ drive) or alternatively Heathrow is 1 hr, 50 mins away.

Accommodation Details

Somerleaze has 7 bedrooms, with 6 in the main house and 1 bedroom in a cottage next door. The main house is set over 3 floors. On entering the grand reception hall there is a grown up salon with a working fireplace. A gym kitted out in NOHRD equipment has access to the terrace running across the back. The library is set up as a study (with fast wifi) with adjoining double doors that lead to the family / media room. At the rear of the house is the newly refurbished kitchen / dining area (seats up to 12) with seating overlooking the gardens. Also on the main floor is a utility room, cloakroom and a good-sized cellar. Upstairs is a dual aspect primary bedroom with a Emperor bed, marble fireplace and ensuite bathroom with a walk- in shower. There are 2 more Super Kingsize guest bedrooms on this floor plus a kids’ tree house bunk room (sleeping 2+ upon request) and a further Kingsize bedroom. There are 3 bathrooms, a main one with a free-standing tub and 2 with tubs and showers. The loft room can easily sleep 6-8 - great for kids or teenagers. The cottage is a charming stone cottage next to the main house offering self-contained accommodation including a kitchen, lounge (with double sofabed), double bedroom and bathroom with bath and shower. The 11 acres of grounds wrap around the property and feature a walled garden, river beach (you can swim), cutting garden, stone fruit trees, herbs and extensive greenhouse.

Style Notes

Luxurious English country house. Somerleaze House beautifully blends Victorian architecture and a mountain limestone exterior with a modern, vibrant interior designed by Jo Berryman Studios. It features on the cover of Jo’s first authored publication ‘Expressive Interiors’. The house is a cornucopia of design gems from the retro-futuristic leather sofas to the newly refurbished kitchen. The windows have original shutters and serve up panoramic views of the beautiful grounds, while an arched ecclesiastical-style door opens into the coolest state of the art gym with a view. Combining contemporary furniture with antiques and intense focus on comfort, Somerleaze offers a truly unique space to stay. We love the artistic yet homely ambience, the very large and very beautiful house and the wonderful private country setting.

  • Air Conditioning
  • Baby Bath
  • Baby Monitor
  • Babysitter / Nanny
  • Backyard / Garden
  • Balcony
  • Bathtub
  • Bed Rails
  • Bicycles
  • Cabinet Locks
  • Changing Table
  • Chef / Catering
  • Children's Dinnerware
  • Corner Guards
  • DVD Library
  • DVD Player
  • Dishwasher
  • Elevator
  • Fireplace Guards
  • Game Console
  • High Chair
  • Housekeeper
  • Outlet Plugs
  • Parking
  • Pet-friendly
  • Pool
  • Pool Gate
  • Stair Gates
  • Television
  • Toys / Children's Books
  • Washer / Dryer
  • Wifi
  • Window Guards
SLEEPS 17
3 king
2 queen
1 full / double
2 sofa bed (double)
1 twin / single
sleeps 1
1 travel crib
Payment policy
When a host accepts your booking, we will automatically charge your card 30% of the total cost of the stay on acceptance if the check in date is more than 6 weeks away. We will send you a balance payment reminder at 6 weeks before check in and you will be required to submit your payment to finalise your reservation. If a host accepts your booking and the check in date is 6 weeks away or less, we will charge your card 100% of the total cost of the stay on acceptance.
Cancellation policy
For cancellations notified up to 6 weeks before the check in date, guests will receive a refund of any amount paid less 15% of the total cost of the booking. For cancellations notified at 6 weeks or less before the check in date, no refunds are given unless the host agrees. If a host does agree to a full or partial refund, this amount will be returned to the guest less 15% of the total cost of the booking. Some hosts will also allow a stay to be rescheduled. Guests should contact their host for further information regarding any request to change the dates of a stay.
Jo B.
Member since September 25, 2019
Contact Host
My name's Jo, I'm an interior designer, author, life stylist and nature enthusiast. I live with my husband Philip (film/tv executive producer) our daughters Nico 18, Romy 9, Elijah 2 and Marley the dog. Philip and I both access the site and respond to messages.

Somerset, England

3 reviews

Hilary S.
Visited in August 2024
Our stay at Somerleaze was nothing short of phenomenal! The home is gorgeous and designed so thoughtfully such that it's an amazing home away from home for both kids and adults. Jo and Philip have truly thought of everything! The few things they didn't have that we asked about (high chair, baby gate, converters) they purchased and installed immediately — completely outdoing our expectations. Every one of their recommendations was incredible. We used their recommended chef for a few dinners, sitter to watch the kids a couple of nights, and aid to stock the fridge before we arrived. Everything was flawless! The home itself is so inspiring, we all left wanting to bring Jo home with us for redesigns. The kids were thrilled to find the trampoline, pool, and soccer pitch. Don't hesitate, book immediately!
Claire F.
Visited in June 2024
We had the weekend of a lifetime in the stunning home of Jo & Philip. I was celebrating a milestone birthday with wonderful friends and family and Somerleaze was everything I dreamed of from start to finish. Communication with Philip was easy breezy and consistent. It was a financial stretch for us to make this happen and it truly was worth every single penny! The pool, the glorious garden, cooking in the fabulous golden kitchen, this place has everything you could ever conjure up in your imagination. We had a big dinner out on the massive lawn one summer evening, with candles in hurricane vases, while the peonies swayed in the breeze along the path down to the riverside beach. One of our friends who stayed with us commented how, so often in rental places, there is some long manual with rule after rule on to treat the place you are staying - and having rented our own home out in the past, I know the temptation to do so - however, you will find no such manual at Somerleaze. Instead you get a beautifully written booklet telling you all about how to get the most out of your stay there: all that is available to you, how things work, where to go for walks, great local pubs and markets and what you won't want to miss out on. It gave us and the whole feel of our stay, a real sense of abundance and generosity. We felt privileged to be entrusted with such a beautiful and fantastically- designed home, and we certainly tried to treat it as such. There were several interior designers in our group, and while we were all wowed by Jo Berryman's beautiful design work on the house, the professional designers amongst us were particularly taken with it all (and were often to be found, -throughout the long weekend- walking from room to room gazing at all the excellent details of every corner of the property. Thanks again Philip & Jo, and we hope to stay again in the not-too-distant future!
Pamela R.
Visited in May 2024
We had an amazing time staying at Somerleaze House! The place is absolutely beautiful, with plenty of space for the whole family to spread out and relax. The house has a really welcoming and cozy vibe, and the outdoor area is perfect for enjoying some peaceful time in nature, we had a lovely evening by the fire pit. It’s super family-friendly too (kids toys and a trampoline in the garden), with everything you could need for a comfortable stay. The host was incredible— friendly and always quick to help with anything we needed. They gave us some fantastic local recommendations that made our stay even more special. Whether it was the easy check-in, little thoughtful touches around the house, or the overall warm hospitality, we really felt right at home. I’d highly recommend this house to anyone looking for a relaxing group family getaway. We honestly didn’t want to leave and can’t wait to come back!