Whitwell Farm Cottages - Brandy's
🏖️ 2.05 miles from Seaton (Devon) (Excellent water quality)
Seaton, South West England
Sleeps 3
£577 per break
Check availabilityThe Moat House
Chard, South West England
🔌 Nearest public charging: · 1.4 mi (Open Charge Map)
- Overlooks a medieval moat with ancient woodland beyond
- Open-plan living with high oak beams and log burner
- Private south-facing garden terrace for outdoor dining
- Access to the historic gardens of Upton Cressett
- Two en suite double bedrooms with Burlington baths
The Moat House is a beautifully converted barn on the historic Upton Cressett estate near Chard in Dorset, sleeping four guests across two en suite double bedrooms. Inside you'll find high oak beams, a Clearview log burner, and an open-plan sitting room overlooking the medieval moat and ancient woodland beyond. There's a well-equipped kitchen, a dining table seating six, and a private south-facing terrace perfect for outdoor dining. Dogs are welcome by request, and guests can enjoy access to the historic gardens of Upton Cressett. Locally, you're within easy reach of Perry's Cider Mill, Chard Museum and Crewkerne Museum, with Crewkerne station just over five miles away for onward travel.
How far to…
- Station
- 5.2 miles
- Perry's Cider Mill
- 1.1 miles
- Chard Museum
- 3.7 miles
- Crewkerne Museum
- 4.3 miles
Practical details
- Pets
- Dogs by request, two allowed
- Minimum stay
- 2 days
- Families
- Travel cot and high chair available on request
Accommodation on site
- Cottage (converted barn)
Details taken from the operator's own website on 9 Oct 2026 — check current terms when you book.
Facilities
- ✓ Pet Friendly
- ✓ WiFi
- ✓ Parking
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The Moat House
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