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Shrubdown

17 Staples Hill | Freshford, Freshford BA2 7WL, England
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London, United Kingdom
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2013

We were looking for a quiet B&B near Bath for a weekend break, and we found it at Shrubdown. The welcome we received from Frances when we arrived set the tone for the whole weekend. She worked hard to make sure that we were settled and had everything that we needed. The property is charming with a lovely garden overlooking... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2013 via mobile

Very friendly family run B&B attached to the family home. Currently 3 double rooms and we stayed in the room with valley view (which is v nice indeed). Bathroom has a v luxurious bath thats just been put in as part of a refit, go for room with garden view if you would prefer a shower though. We would agree... More

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London, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 October 2012

A very friendly B&B in a lovely location. The owner and Francis and her family were very helpful and catered brilliantly with the varying needs of her guests providing local knowledge, cycling routes local walks etc. nice walk to the local which serves lovely food and ale.

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Leatherhead, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 September 2012

When making your way there avoid going through Iford, roads are very narrow.We were made to feel welcome by Frances.Shrubdown is very homely.Parking is best by the layby in the road as the driveway is very steep.The room was comfortable and clean.The breakfast was very comprehensive with a wide range of cereals and fruit followed by traditional fried fare.Views over... More

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Cardiff, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 February 2012

A pleasure staying at this wonderful B&B, a beautiful location with stunning countryside views. Found it ideally situated for a visit to near-by Bath. The owner, Frances, was a lovely host - providing tips on visiting Bath & where to go. As I've said in the title, for a quiet B&B, Shrubdown is marvelous!

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Southampton, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 January 2012

We had a wonderful stay at Shrubdown. Frances was very welcoming and friendly. Setting was beautiful, room was very comfortable and clean, wetroom a treat and the breakfast was delish, plenty of it. Yes it's a bit hilly but the valley views make up for that. i'll be going back to explore the area and Bath's only ten mins away... More

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london
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 January 2012

This B&B is a gem tucked away in spectacular country side so close to Bath and surrounding attractions. It was the perfect stress free weekend the owner Frances was welcoming and made us feel at home giving us the low down on things to do and places to see. The bedroom was onsuite with great views across the Frome valley... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 September 2011

Pros - * Comfortable bed and quiet in the evening, so a good nights sleep * Lovely view from the back of the house * Friendly family * Varied choice at breakfast, and good coffee Cons * Treacherously steep drive - to drive up or walk up (thought we were not going to get out!) * Cooking smells to the... More

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Somerset
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2011

This is old fashioned B&B you dont come across very often. It exactly fitted our needs and expectation.s We were met by Frances the owner, a lovely lady who couldn't have been more welcoming or helpful. It doesn't pretend to be a boutique hotel. The room we had was on the ground floor, very comfortable and we had a fantastic... More

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Plymouth, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 September 2010

Mrs Cameron was very welcoming and the location was good for exploring Bath and the surrounding area south east of Bath. It is also cose to Bradford on Avon, a charming country town. The en-suite facilities are very good and the rooms were clean, a very pleasant house. We enjoyed an exellent cooked breakfast, more than we could eat in... More

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Address: 17 Staples Hill | Freshford, Freshford BA2 7WL, England
Region: United Kingdom > England > Somerset > Freshford
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Ranked #1 of 1 B&Bs / Inns in Freshford
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Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Shrubdown is a spacious family home. It is located 5 miles from the centre of Bath and 2 miles from the centre of Bradford on Avon, in the picturesque village of Freshford. Both Bath and Bradford on Avon are situated on the River Avon and Kennet and Avon Canal offering a wealth of historical interest and beauty.Shrubdown is a sprawling, comfortable house, with a south facing aspect, set in the middle of 3 acres of parkland and beautiful informal gardens. Secured by electric gates, there is ample parking. It is in an idyllic spot overlooking Iford Manor and the famous Italian “Peto Gardens”, nestling on the river Frome. It is a nature lover, bird fancier and walker's paradise.We have Double and Twin Rooms available for your stay with us. ... more   less 

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