Surrounded by the beautiful Iford Valley and set within the Grade 1 listed Iford Manor Gardens, it’s hard to imagine a more idyllic or exclusive setting for this period cottage. Originally part of the medieval stables of the neighbouring Iford Manor, the owners have transformed the Grade 2 listed building into a home full of period charm. From alfresco barbecues on the private south-facing patio garden to intimate sit-down dinners in the atmospheric dining room, this home is well-suited for entertaining. When the sun shines, take evening drinks out onto the front terrace with its sublime views of the River Frome. On winter nights, spill out onto the chesterfield sofas for board games or delve into the library of books. When it’s time to explore the award-winning estate, you won’t have far to go. The gardens start right from your back door – and you’ll have them all to yourself before they open to the public each day. Lose yourself in its meandering pathways – and if you time it right, take in a summer concert beneath its cloisters of Pompeian scale. When thoughts turn to food, there’s a delightful outdoor café terrace and restaurant within the gardens. Or hop in the car for lunch and a wander in historic Bath – you’ll be there in fifteen-minutes flat.