Gitcombe House is an elegant yet homely 5★ Gold, Grade II listed Georgian manor farmhouse, brimming with period charm—from original sash windows and shutters to intricate cornices, joinery, and even the historic ‘thunderbox’ loo! Handsome and welcoming, it is perfect for multigenerational family holidays, milestone birthdays, wedding anniversaries, or friends gathering with children.
Set within beautifully landscaped grounds, the enclosed garden provides a peaceful space for alfresco relaxation, dining, or simply enjoying the sweeping views. Inside, the house combines classical period features with warm, inviting living spaces, making it simultaneously stylish, practical and utterly comfortable for large family groups.
With six bedrooms, spacious bathrooms, a variety of communal spaces, and full access to Gitcombe’s spectacular leisure facilities, Gitcombe House ensures that every generation—from toddlers to grandparents—finds something to delight in.
The portico entrance opens via a shallow step (7cm) to a large, flag-stoned entrance hall, complete with coat and boot storage. The turned staircase leads to a generous first-floor landing, where an antique Bagatelle table invites quiet play or conversation. For those less able to manage stairs, full ground-floor accommodation is available, including a twin bedroom next to a shower and toilet.
The generously proportioned kitchen/breakfast room (5m x 5m) is equipped with bespoke cupboards, a full batterie de cuisine, an oil-fired Aga, conventional oven and hob, American-style fridge-freezer, and granite worktops. The central L-shaped island unit with hanging pan rack, pine dresser, and dining table makes it perfect for cooking and gathering for meals. A walk-in pantry adds practical storage, while shuttered windows offer tranquil garden views.
Coffee lovers can bring compatible Nespresso pods for the Magimix milk coffee machine. These can be purchased from Amazon here. A substantial utility room with washing machine, tumble dryer, sink, and drying area sits just off the kitchen.
The formal dining room (5m x 5m) is a splendid space for meals together, seating up to 14 guests, with a mahogany extending table and chairs, open fireplace, polished wooden floors, French chandelier, and even a magical antique rocking horse for children’s imaginative play.
Door, via kitchen, across passage way, to utility room with washing machine, tumble drier, sink and drying area. Great for wet towels, wet suits, wellies and lots more !!!!
Beautiful, formal dining room (5m x 5m) with shuttered windows and polished, wooden flooring. Mahogany extending dining table and chairs. Magnificent French chandelier. Open fireplace. Selection of library books. Denon CD player. Beautiful, antique rocking horse for magical rides to wherever the imagination takes you! Suitable for fine dining for up to 14 covers only.
The light, uplifting drawing room (5m x 5m) overlooks the front garden and grounds through original sash windows with shutters. Comfortable deep sofas and armchairs sit atop sisal carpeting, facing an open fire with fender, alongside a 47″ flat-screen digital TV, Blu-ray player, and a smart music system. This is a space for everyone to relax, read, or enjoy time together while looking out across the gardens.
All bedrooms feature luxury pocket-sprung mattresses and black-out blinds for a restful night’s sleep.
Bedroom One – Large master suite (5.5m x 5m) with super king mahogany sleigh bed, ensuite with bath, shower attachment, basin, WC, heated towel rail, and views over the back garden. A freestanding cot can be added.
Bedroom Two – Spacious family room (5.5m x 4m) with three single beds, room for a cot, and front garden views. Can be made as a super king plus single bed with prior notice.
Bedroom Three – Smaller bedroom (3.5m x 3m) with two single beds. Can be made into super king on request.
Bedroom Four – Large light room (5m x 4m) with Victorian-style wrought iron super king bed, sash windows to two sides, overlooking the grounds.
Bedroom Five – Spacious room (4.4m x 4m) with king-size mahogany sleigh bed, room for a cot, cast iron fireplace, and views of the grounds.
Bedroom Six – Smaller downstairs bedroom (3m x 3m) with two single beds.
A substantial wooden cot (121cm x 60cm) is available for upstairs use.
A snug on the ground floor, with shuttered windows to the back garden, provides a perfect den or chill-out space for children. It includes a flat-screen TV, DVD player, a wide selection of games and DVDs for all ages.
Generous landing area, with antique Bagatelle table (for guests’ use). Please see the layout plan and how all the bedrooms lead off the square landing,
Ground floor: Shower room with drench shower, WC, hand basin, and heated towel rail.
First floor: Family bathroom with cast iron slipper bath, walk-in drench shower, double sinks, storage, and a separate WC across the landing (featuring a fully working historic ‘thunderbox’!). The master suite has an ensuite bathroom with shower over bath, basin, and WC.
The enclosed front garden features lawns, flowerbeds, shrubs, and a bench seat, with wrought-iron gate access to parking, grounds, and the outdoor swimming pool.
The rear garden overlooks the grounds and leisure facilities, with a wooden dining table seating 12 and BBQ—perfect for relaxed al fresco dining while children explore safely nearby.
Guests have full access to Gitcombe’s leisure facilities: indoor pool, hot tub, sauna, soft play, tennis court, and open lawns for family fun.
Two EV charging points are located in the parking area; guests should bring their own charging cable and arrange payment in advance, at booking. Parking for 2–3 cars is directly in front of the house, with further space available in the general parking area.
Oil fired central heating and hot water throughout.
One substantial and traditional, wooden (assembled) cot is available in this property, please bring our own linen. Additional pop up style travel cots available by prior arrangement.
Temporary Baby Dan stair gate available to fit onto the base of stairs.
The house has great Wi-Fi.
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