Guests say
Mow Barton receives high praise for its beautiful, spacious accommodation, peaceful surroundings, and excellent facilities including a pool, gym, and tennis court. Guests appreciate the well-equipped kitchen, cleanliness, and proximity to Wells and local attractions. The property is particularly suited to adults and families with older children, as pool rules may be restrictive for younger guests. Thoughtful touches such as welcome packs are frequently mentioned, though not guaranteed. Some minor issues with the pool booking system and garden security for dogs were noted, but overall, guests thoroughly enjoyed their stays.
Multiple reviews highlight the property as immaculately clean and well-maintained, with no significant complaints regarding cleanliness.
Guests consistently praise the tranquil setting, beautiful views, and convenient proximity to Wells and other attractions.
The property is described as spacious, comfortable, and well-furnished, accommodating a range of ages. Only minor comments about garden security for dogs and warm temperatures during a heatwave were noted.
Facilities such as the pool, gym, and tennis court are highly valued, though some guests found the pool booking system and usage rules restrictive, especially for families with young children.
Many guests mention thoughtful touches like welcome packs and helpful communication from hosts. Please note that gifts such as welcome packs are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
If luxury, style, high end features, walking distance to city centre, a swimming pool, sauna and tennis court are on your list, then this is the place for you!. All on the
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview Smart TV
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Breakfast Bar, Electric Oven, Induction Hob, Microwave, American Fridge Freezer, Wine Cooler, Dishwasher, Washer Dryer
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Ensuite: Walk-In Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 3: Zip And Link Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request)
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
Electric underfloor central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels/pool towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack. Lawned garden with patio, garden furniture and barbecue. Swimming pool, sauna, steam room and gym (all shared with other properties on-site). Private parking for 2 cars; additional visitor parking. No smoking.. Welcome to Mow Barton, a stunning three-bedroom holiday home set on the beautiful Wellesley Park Estate, surrounded by countryside yet only a 25-minute walk to the city of Wells. Wellesley Park is a private 28 acre estate with 19 properties, both residential and rental, surrounded by fields and landscaped gardens.
This fabulous home, set all on one floor, has an open plan lounge, dining and kitchen area with vaulted ceiling and huge floor to ceiling windows that let in the light, and look over the garden to the fields beyond. Speakers in the ceiling, connected to Spotify, allow you to play music throughout the living areas, while statement and mood lighting gives an ambience for any time of day. The high-end kitchen is fully equipped with American fridge/freezer, wine cooler, double ovens, steam oven, microwave, induction hob, washing machine and tumble dryer. A wonderful island opens the kitchen up to the dining area, with large dining table, which leads to the lounge area with large L shape sofa, Smart TV and gorgeous views. The master bedroom has a king size bed with ensuite shower room, bedroom two has a double bed, and bedroom three has a king size bed which can be turned into twins, giving you flexible sleeping arrangements depending on your party. The main bathroom has a shower over the bath.
Outside, you have a wonderful large patio seating area with both a dining table and sofas/chairs to relax in, overlooking the lawn and meadows with views towards Wells. The garden is not enclosed/gated and opens directly onto the Wellesley Estate. Mow Barton has the huge bonus of access to Wellesley Park’s fabulous leisure complex, with a fantastic indoor heated swimming pool, sauna and steam room, gym, library and outdoor tennis court. All of these are bookable for private use with booking slots which are included in the price of your stay. A further slot is available if unused sessions remain on a daily basis.
Set just 2 miles from the smallest city in the UK, Wells, which can be reached on foot in just 25 minutes and has an array of shops, bars and restaurants for you to enjoy. The Mendip Hills area of outstanding natural beauty can be reached on foot also for fabulous walks. Slightly further afield you have the ancient historic town of Glastonbury, famous for both its music festival and its Tor, it has a rich history to explore and uncover. The larger city of Bath can be reached in under an hour by car and there are plenty of national trust properties nearby to visit and enjoy.
Free WiFi
Only dogs allowed at the property.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Reviews (27)
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Autum
Beautiful home!!! The location is lovely and peaceful with plenty to do. Mow Barton is an absolutely stunning home, clean and spacious. It was like a home from home. We had a mix of ages 3-70 years and we were all accommodated. The owners provide a lot of items, kitchen, towels, maps, information booklets and even a welcome pack in the fridge we were very grateful for. I would 100% recommend!!!! ⭐️
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Samson Akinniyi
This is the best holiday so far, the location and the property was perfect for all activities we intended to do while on holiday.
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Gill Denton
Mow Barton is a fabulous property and great for a family break. Everything you need set in beautiful surroundings. Bonus to have access to the spa for a swim, sauna and steam. Thoroughly recommend this property.