The Apple Press - Sweethay

The Apple Press is a listed 18th century barn conversion offering spacious, cosy and comfortable self - catering accommodation. Situated just three miles from the county town of Taunton in Somerset, Sweethay is a quiet hamlet in a secluded peaceful setting. The space: The Apple Press has a generously sized well equipped kitchen with plenty of crockery, cutlery, cooking utensils, work surfaces and cupboard space. The dining area has seating for six around a large wide table - ideal for family meals and evening board games of which we have a selection. The sizable vaulted sitting room with its original exposed beams and has comfy sofas and armchairs with a log burner - perfect for unwinding in the evenings after a day of exploration and adventure. Adjacent to the sitting room is a light and spacious ground floor bedroom with a wall of windows looking into the guests own private courtyard. With a door to the outside, both courtyards are accessible from this room. The bedroom has a zip - and - link king sized bed which can be separated to form two singles. There is an en-suite shower and WC. Originally retained listed scissor trusses are exposed throughout the upstairs which add character and history. The twin room has two full sized beds with bedside tables, wardrobe and chest of drawers. The double has a King sized bed, wardrobe, chest of drawers and plenty of space for a travel cot. The modern bathroom upstairs has a full size bath, WC and sink and ladder towel heater. The original slate floor in the hallway and small bootroom is practical and appropriate for muddy, sandy dogs and footwear Outside there are two courtyards for our guests own use.. The smaller secluded courtyard has a barbeque, comfortable seating, a canopied swing seat/bed and a luxurious five person hot tub/spa. Benefiting as it does from the early afternoon through to the evening sun it is a perfect spot to take time out, have a drink and plan the next day's excursion. The larger courtyard has a table tennis table, a canopied swing seat/bed and table with seating for six. A suntrap where you can play table tennis or just sit around the table eating and chatting while enjoying the sunshine. Little chance of burning as a sun sail provides shade for those relaxing at the table. Guest access: Guests have full exclusive use of the Apple Press and its amenities during their stay. There are two parking spaces to the front of the property. At the rear of The Apple Press are two fully enclosed courtyards. The larger has an outdoor table tennis table, canopied swingseat/bed and large outdoor table with seating for six. Linking to this is the guest's more private courtyard with casual seating, a barbecue, a further canopied swing seat/bed and a luxurious five person hot tub/spa. This courtyard benefits from the afternoon and evening sun.