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Yallands Farmhouse Taunton
Yallands Farmhouse, Staplegrove, Taunton, Somerset, TA2 6PZ"Yallands Farmhouse is a delightful Grade 2 Listed building dating back over 400 years, which sat amidst acres of green fields for several centuries." |  |
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Yallands Farmhouse is a delightful Grade 2 Listed building dating back over 400 years, which sat amidst acres of green fields for several centuries. The expansion of Taunton during the 1970s led to new housing being built on the former farmland. The Farmhouse, with its secluded garden, small orchard, and stone barn, was left intact, so that Yallands has become an unexpected "oasis" of peace and tranquillity within a modern corner of Somerset's county town. Open countryside is a few minutes walk away, and the main route from Taunton Deane to Exmoor and to West Somerset passes within a quarter of a mile. There is ample car parking space in our private grounds. We are open all year round and, whether you are a tourist or a business visitor, you can be assured of a warm welcome and individual attention. |
| A bit of history........ Much work has yet to be done to unravel the history of Yallands, the oldest part of which is, according to expert opinion "unlikely to be later than the mid 16th. century". We do know, however, that in 1520, one Thomas Fox rented from the Lord of the Manor, a "toft and a furling" named "Yallons" in Staplegrove. In rather more recent times, the farmhouse is reputed to have been used by smugglers, who worked from Seaton and Beer on the East Devon coast, and sometimes from Blue Anchor and Kilve on the Somerset seaboard. The farmhouse, which, in those days would have been an isolated building up a narrow lane leading from the main Taunton to Barnstaple road would appear to have been an ideal hide-out. |
| Facilities Our seven guest bedrooms are individually and attractively decorated and furnished. Some contain period pieces or antiques; all double bedrooms, except for one "budget" room, have king size beds. Each bedroom has full en-suite facilities, with bath or powerful shower, or both.  All rooms have: · Colour television with remote control · Radio alarm clock · Tea/coffee making facilities (fresh milk is available on request) · Hair dryer · Full modern central heating with thermostatic controls Ironing facilities and a trouser press are available on request. One bedroom is on the ground floor and therefore suitable for the less mobile. |
| The dining room, with its original beams, large inglenook fireplace, and French doors overlooking the garden, provides a charming setting in which to enjoy your breakfast. The traditional English breakfast, freshly cooked to order, is offered together with a range of lighter options. Special diets are catered for with pleasure, by prior arrangement. The guests' lounge is well stocked with tourist information, maps, local guide books, magazines, a variety of reading material, and board games. This is a comfortable room to relax in after a long day.  A payphone is provided for guests' use. We regret that we do not accept pets, and we ask those guests who wish to smoke to do so only in the guests' lounge where ashtrays are provided. |
| Staying in Taunton Transport: Yallands is situated 1½ miles from Taunton town centre, on the north-western edge of the town, and is easily reached from the M5 motorway - Junction 25 (4 miles), and Junction 26 (6 miles). For those who are reliant on public transport a local bus, with a stop at the foot of our garden, provides a frequent daytime service to and from the town centre. Facilities: The much improved town centre provides excellent shopping, and county cricket, horse racing, golf, theatre, and other leisure facilities are all available nearby. Taunton has a good selection of restaurants and wine bars to suit most tastes, and the surrounding countryside offers many delightful pubs which serve excellent food. One such pub is less than ten minutes walk away from Yallands. .A folder in the guests' lounge contains some suggestions. Events: · During the summer months, there are a variety of country fairs, village fetes and beer festivals which capture the spirit of Westcountry life. · Taunton Flower show, also known as the "Chelsea of the West" takes place in the 1st week of August. · Taunton's acclaimed carnival takes place on the third Saturday in October. Attractions: Taunton is an excellent touring centre with numerous gardens, houses, and other places of interest within easy reach. |
| How to find us From Taunton Town Centre -from the Parade take North St., The Bridge, and Bridge St., and then, at traffic lights, go straight on into Staplegrove Rd. as the main traffic flow turns half right . Continue along Staplegrove Rd. and turn left into Bindon Road immediately after the railway bridge. Follow Bindon Rd.until just past the 2nd. pedestrian traffic lights, and turn right into Hudson Way. Turn immediately left into Darwin Close, and then left again into Speke Close, to reach our vehicle entrance which is at the rear of our premises. From the North , East, or South- approach Taunton from either the M5 Motorway (Junction 25), or via the A358 from Ilminster. From the M5 /A358 intersection follow the dual carriageway towards the town centre. Turn right at the second roundabout (Wickes DIY Store at roundabout) - signposted Minehead -and left at the next roundabout. Follow Minehead signs for 2 miles. Turn left at a roundabout - signposted Bishops Hull and Wellington - into Silk Mills Lane. After 1/4 mile turn left into Bindon Road, passing the front of Yallands Farmhouse after 100 yards. Turn 1st. left into Hudson Way, immediately left into Darwin Close, and then left again into Speke Close, to reach our vehicle entrance which is at the rear of our premises. From The South West - leave the M5 Motorway at Junction 26 and follow the A38 towards Taunton. After 4 miles, as you are entering the built-up area of Taunton, turn left at a roundabout - signposted Staplegrove - into Silk Mills Road. After a mile ( just after the level crossing) turn right into Bindon Road, passingthe front of Yallands Farmhouse after 100 yards. Turn 1st. left into Hudson Way, immediately left into Darwin Close, and then left again into Speke Close, to reach our vehicle entrance which is at the rear of the premises. From West Somerset and Exmoor- from the A358/ B3227 intersection just North West of Taunton ( by the Cross Keys pub ), continue to the next roundabout (50 Yards), and turn right into Silk Mills Lane. After 1/4 mile turn left into Bindon Road, passing the front of Yallands Farmhouse after 100 yards. Turn 1st.left into Hudson Way, immediately left into Darwin Close, and then left again into Speke Close, to reach our vehicle entrance which is at the rear of our premises. |
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