Castle Of Comfort, Dodington, Nether Stowey, Bridgwater | Property for sale | Savills
Guide price £1,295,000

Castle Of ComfortDodington, Nether Stowey, Bridgwater

  • New
  • Freehold
Hotel

Key features

  • 9 en-suite bedrooms
  • Grade II Listed
  • Spectacular countryside views
  • Restaurant with 24 covers
  • Bar lounge
  • Garden with seating for al fresco dining
  • Heated outdoor swimming pool
  • Set in 4.12 acres of gardens and grounds
  • Car parking to the front and rear with ample overflow parking on site
  • Freehold

A charming and characterful Country House Hotel and Restaurant set in idyllic surroundings at the foot of the Quantock Hills AONB.

About this property

  • THE HOTEL
    Castle of Comfort is a charming and characterful Grade II Listed country Hotel and Restaurant, dating from the 16th Century, set in idyllic surroundings at the foot of the Quantock Hills. Prior to its closure in November 2024, the business had established itself as a popular Hotel and Restaurant among walkers and cyclists exploring the fabulous surrounding countryside and coast. The hotel is well positioned to benefit from both leisure and business guests, providing year round trade. The Hotel comprises 9 individually designed en-suite bedrooms, bar lounge, 24 cover Restaurant, circa 4 acres of gardens and grounds as well as a heated outdoor swimming pool.

    In addition, there is a 3 bedroom owners’ cottage on site.

    BEDROOMS
    The hotel comprises 9 individually designed en-suite bedrooms. The hotel has two suites: The Mariner Suite which is beautifully proportioned with king sized, four poster bed and private access to the garden. The Italian Suite is located in the oldest part of the building and has a private seating area.

    OWNERS' ACCOMMODATION
    On site, there is also a 3-bedroom owners’ cottage with a spacious kitchen, lounge, bathroom and an attic office. One of the bedrooms is en-suite, and there is a family bathroom on the ground floor. To the rear of the cottage there is a private patio.

    FOOD AND BEVERAGE
    The restaurant can accommodate up to 24 covers and is open to both residents and non-residents alike. In addition, there is a bar lounge which is popular for afternoon teas. Externally, the garden offers al fresco dining.

    The Castle of Comfort occupies a prominent position on the A39 with good levels of passing trade. There is opportunity for an incoming purchaser to seek to attract more non-resident trade, should they wish to.

    AMENITIES AND EXTERNAL AREAS
    Externally, to the rear of the hotel is a fantastic outdoor heated swimming pool, set in the hotel’s garden, which is available during the warmer months of the year.

    There is parking to the front and rear with ample overflow parking on site. In total, the site extends to 4.12 acres of gardens and grounds.

Local information

  • Castle of Comfort is located 1.5 miles to the west of the attractive village, Nether Stowey. The Property is accessed via the A39 which leads to the M5 around 12 miles away affording excellent accessibility. The nearest mainline train station is Bridgwater, approximately 9.9 miles from the Property. Bristol Airport, around 34 miles away, provides domestic, continental, and international flight routes.

Additional information

  • Designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the Quantock Hills are an area of open heathland and ancient woodland offering panoramic views across the West Somerset countryside and coastline. The area is a natural base for outdoor activities including walking, cycling and horse riding. In addition, in close proximity to the Quantock Hills are picturesque villages and attractions, such as Dunster Castle, Hestercombe Gardens, Fyne Court and local cider farm, Sheppy’s.
  • West Somerset is also home to the longest heritage railway in England, as well as many beaches and Exmoor National Park. Popular local walking routes include the South West Coastal Path which begins in Minehead, 17 miles from the Hotel and the Coleridge Way, a 51 mile long-distance trail heads through Nether Stowey, over the Quantocks and finishes in Exmoor.