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A family run B&B in the heart of Mere close to local shops, pubs and restaurants. Three bedrooms available, 1 twin with en-suite bath and shower and 2 doubles with en-suite shower rooms; all rooms can be adapted to take a 3rd person and there is a cot available too. Breakfasts are substantial and there's a large choice, full English Breakfasts, kippers, eggs Benedict, smashed avocado with poached eggs and fried tomato, scrambled egg with smoked salmon and vegetarian options are available too. Free parking outside the front door or at the rear of the property if you prefer. Hairdryers, make up remover, hot water bottles, small fridges, tea, coffee and biscuits are in every room. We are 3 miles from Stourhead House and Gardens, 20 minutes drive from Longleat House and Safari Park and mid way between London and Cornwall just off the A303.
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Romantic
Languages Spoken
English
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Castle Street, Mere BA12 6JE England
Castleton House
256 reviews
Getting there
Car recommended
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Excellent comfy B&B. We had the attic room which gave us plenty of room and a comfy bed with a lovely view over the well tended garden. Being in the attic the hot water is quite slow but the electric shower was fine. Since we were at a wedding nearby we chose to only have a light breakfast, which was wonderful. The location is in a very picturesque village, but parking late at night we found was not possible outside the house.
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Date of stay: June 2024
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Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip:Â If possible it's best to aim to park late afternoon to have a chance of a place outside the house.
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A truly lovely find, large spacious room with lovely comfy bed and warm and cosy fittings . Scrumptious breakfast .Warm and welcoming host made us feel like a family member but not intrusive. Will definitely revisit perfect location and a couple of lovely eating places nearby.
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Date of stay: February 2024
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Response from Gail Garbutt, Owner at Castleton House
Responded 7 Mar 2024
Thank you so much for taking the time to write this review Paula. So glad you enjoyed your stay and we look forward to hosting you here again. Best wishes, Gail
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A really good home from home. We were made to feel very welcome by Gail as soon as we arrived. Lovely room, comfortable bed and everything we needed in the en-suite, I particularly liked the little things like the all the shampoos, body wash, hair spray, cotton wool. You didn’t want for anything. Even a fridge in the room. Fantastic breakfast, with so much choice. Will definitely stay again.
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Date of stay: August 2022
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Stayed just the one night whilst visiting the nearby National Trust property, but it was very enjoyable. Gail is most welcoming and the house is very tasteful…we could have moved in!
Breakfast is good with good quality ingredients, and plenty of choice. Comfortable bed and pillows. You can park your car immediately outside the house if necessary.
Mere is a lovely little place.
Plenty of places to eat very close by.
And although we visited Stourhead in the (much needed) rain, it was still a great place to visit and very close to the B&B by car so an ideal place to stay.
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Date of stay: August 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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We stopped here with our 10 month old, and a plan to visit the nearby safari park. With plans to visit the safari park covid-scuppered, we decided to stay anyway and catch up with friends. I'm so glad we did, this is a gem of a B&B, the host is warm and friendly, and the room was one of the best we've stayed in (and we've stayed in a lot).
I wouldn't hesitate in recommending. We had a 10 month old with us, and Gail was only too happy to help accommodate him with a breakfast and a little bag of toys. Thank you so much.
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Date of stay: July 2020
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Room Tip:Â Take a walk up to the top of the hill (out of the hotel then right and right again up the walkway...
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Response from Gail Garbutt, Owner at Castleton House
Responded 30 Aug 2020
Oh no I've only just realised you'd written this lovely review one month on. Thank you so much and sorry not to reply sooner, didn't have my eye on the ball with those puppies that were around then. Really kind of you to take the time and to say such kind words. Hoping all goes well with you and perhaps see you here again. Best wishes, Gail
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If you are looking for day or more out of the city fuss ...relaxing, tidy, clean and well decorated room with original and good quality, great compotes, yummy bread, succulent freshly made hot breakfast are awaiting for you in a very well executed and impeccable service with great attention to details, look for no more than Castelton House in Mere, Wiltshire. Gail the owner is a wonderful host and her professional and warm welcoming wete consistent throughout our stay!!! Huge thank you Gail , hope see you soon and we strongly recommend your amazing place.
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Date of stay: August 2020Trip type: Travelled with family
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Responded 30 Aug 2020
WOW, thank you so much for writing all these kind things. Great to have you staying with us - and until the next time ............... Best wishes, Gail
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Beautiful B&B with excellent surroundings. Room had everything we needed, and such a great location for a relaxing countryside getaway. Gail (the host) was so accommodating (and a great cook!). And to top it all off - the weather was ideal! Will most certainly visit again.
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Date of stay: August 2020
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Tastefully decorated interiors. Comfortable rooms with beautiful bed linen. Spotless bathrooms. Conveniently located in the centre of Mere. Wonderful breakfasts. Attractive views over the garden. We all felt very at home. Highly recommend.
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Date of stay: August 2022Trip type: Travelled with family
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Great place to stay, very well kept and clean. Comfortable bed and lovely en-suite. Fantastic outside space to eat in the summer. Couldn't have asked for more in such a beautiful location and with such lovely hosts.
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Date of stay: August 2020
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Response from Gail Garbutt, Owner at Castleton House
Responded 30 Aug 2020
Thanks for this review and your kind words, so glad you enjoyed your stay with us. Best wishes, Gail
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Sad, very sad, that we had only one night staying at this beautiful B&B. You can see in every detail with how much love and passion this house has been restored and decorated. But if you meet Gail (host) you immediately understand ... because it really seems to be her biggest aim to be the perfect host for their guests. Thank you! And sorry, that we had to leave that quick ... nevertheless we really enjoyed the outstanding breakfast. We will come back again!!!!!
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Date of stay: May 2019Trip type: Travelled with family
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PRICE RANGE
£106 - £123 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
United KingdomEnglandWiltshireMere
NUMBER OF ROOMS
3
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