Bonhays is a secluded holiday retreat in the in the village of Whitchurch Canonicorum set in the West Dorset hills.
The village has a rich history as a pilgrimage site and the area is ideal for walkers as it is criss-crossed by footpaths and bridleways to the surrounding forest, farmland and beaches. The famous fossil beach at Charmouth is less than 10 minutes away by car and Lyme Regis is within 5 miles.
The accommodation includes an attractive stable conversion (Bonhays House) sleeping up to eleven as well as two smaller cottages for up to four guests each. The properties are not booked separately, so each group enjoys the privacy of having the place to themselves. With an indoor swimming pool and wide open spaces, Bonhays is ideal for larger groups of friends or family looking to holiday together in a tranquil setting near the coast.
The main house offers a conservatory dining area where everyone can eat together if they wish, and the two smaller cottages include kitchens and dining facilities for those who may prefer some privacy. In total, the accommodation comfortably sleeps up to nineteen, with a cot available for children under 2.
Bonhays has been promoting a more innovative ecological approach for over a decade, with a bird-friendly and non-polluting willow bed waste water system, straw bale construction and other unique features.
Last minute offers may also be available for smaller groups.
Please note: The arrival time for this property is 4pm. A refundable deposit of £200 is required for all bookings.
GROUND FLOOR - BONHAYS HOUSE
Fully fitted galley kitchen
Spacious open plan lounge with wood burner and beamed ceiling. French windows to :
Conservatory and or dining room with seating for up to 20 and lovely countryside views
Decked area to the front with seating and lovely countryside views
Bed 1: Double bed
Bed 2: Double bed
Bed 3: Single bed
Bed 4: Single bed
Bathroom: Bath, shower over bath, w.c.
Bed 5: Single bed
Bed 6: Single bed
Bed 7: Double bed and single bed
Shower room: Shower cubicle, w.c.
GROUND FLOOR - COTTAGE 1
Open plan lounge and dining room with galley kitchen
Bed 1: Double bed
Bed 2: 2 x Adult size cabin beds (bunk style)
Shower room: Shower cubicle, w.c (limited space)
Small decked area with seating
GROUND FLOOR - COTTAGE 2
Open plan lounge and dining room with galley kitchen
Bed 1: Double bed
Bed 2: 2 x Adult size cabin beds (bunk style)
Shower room: Shower cubicle, w.c (limited space)
Small decked area with seating
SWIMMING POOL
Indoor heated swimming pool 4m x 8m with changing room and lovely countryside views for your sole use during your stay
SPECIAL HOLIDAY FEATURES AVAILABLE
There are 20 acres of surrounding grounds to explore. Which includes a large lawned area for ball games, various seating areas, a firepit, water feature and meadow.
The following could be available during your stay by prior arrangement:- of catering or cooking lessons with a professional vegetarian nutritionist and chef, holistic massage, Indian head massage or meditation instruction. (Yoga; Qi gong)
GENERAL INFORMATION
Off-road parking for up to 10 cars
Utilities included.
Logs supplied
Wooden cot (no linen) and highchair supplied
Linen and towels included - beds made-up
Please bring your own bathing towels
FACILITIES
- TV's in all units -DVD (in house)
- WiFi
- Gas ovens / hobs
- Fridges with icebox
- Dishwasher (in house)
- Microwaves
- Woodburner (in house)
- Oil central heating (in house)
- Electric heating (in the two cottages)
- Washing machine
- Tumble dryer
- Bbq
- Indoor heated swimming pool
- Outdoor firepit