A warm welcome from Ann and John awaits you at The Spinney. Uniquely positioned in a designated area of outstanding natural beauty on the slopes of the Blackdown Hills, our home is a modern, detatched and well-appointed property enjoying panoramic views across the Vale of Taunton to the Quantock and Mendip Hills. Although set peacefully in a lovely large garden featuring lawns and specimen conifers with a patio and sun terrace, The spinney offers the best of both worlds, since it is also convenient for Taunton, somerset's thriving county town, and all the attractions of Taunton Deane and beyond. Easily accessible from the M5, A303 and A358 it is well placed for exploring Somerset and Devon/Dorset coast, or as a stopover en route to other destinations. There is plenty of off road parking available.

There are three guests rooms, two on the ground floor, each with en suite shower, toilet and washbasin. All rooms are furnished to a very high standard and have tea/coffee making facilities, central heating and remote controlled colour television.

There is a choice of excellent traditional or continental breakfast, which can be taken either in the dining room or in the conservatory. Evening meals are optional with a choice of two or three courses. although we are not licensed to sell alcohol, guests are very welcome to bring their own wine to enjoy with their meal. Special diets are available by arrangement. Guests can dine by a log fire on winter evenings or experience a barbeque on the patio in the summer if they so wish. Packed lunches are available on request for a small extra charge. Fresh local or home grown produce is used as much as possible.

TAUNTON DEANE: Steeped in history, mystery and legend, from King Alfred to the Monmouth Rebellion, our locality is surrounded by some of the most attractive scenery in Somerset. To the south of Taunton Deane are the Blackdown Hills with their beautiful beech forests and to the north lie The Quantock Hills, famous for their herds of wild deer and breathtaking views. To the west, the gently rolling Brendon Hills merge with the fierce beauty of Exmoor and to the east, among the most unique features of Taunton Deane's landscape are the Somerset Levels and Moors. The Levels are one of the most important areas of 'wetland' left in Europe. As well as the beautiful scenery the area boasts a wide range of activities and attractions.

ACTIVITIES - Walking: You have a choice of gentle or more strenuous walks along the Taunton to Bridgewater Canal, The Quantocks, the local Blackdown forest trails and droves or you can venture further afield to Exmoor or the Devon/Dorset coast.

RIDING: The Equestrian Centre at the end of the lane offers riding, lessons and stabling. Local fields are available. Why not bring your own horse or pony to explore the area? The Spinney and the Curland Equestrian Centre are minutes from the Polo ground and Taunton Racecourse.

GOLF: There are several golf courses and a driving range in the Taunton area. Fishing: River Tone and Taunton to Bridgewater Canal. An NRA licence is required, available at local Post Offices.

SHOPPING: Taunton, Taunton Riverside, Bath, Exeter and Street. At the latter you will fing Clark's Village, a new shopping complex and shoe museum.

ATTRACTIONS: Somerset County Cricket * Taunton Races * West Somerset Railway * The Brewhouse Theatre & Arts Centre * Hestercombe Gardens * Arts & Crafts * Museums * Historic buildings * Abbeys & churches * Somerset World * Widcombe Bird Gardens * Chedder Gorge & Caves * Wookey Hole * Cricket St. Thomas Wildlife Park *

COASTAL RESORTS: Sidmouth * Seaton * Lyme Regis * Exmouth * Minehead * Burnham * Weston-super Mare * Further details on these and other attractions are available on request.

** OPEN ALL YEAR ** NO SMOKING THROUGHOUT **

COMMENDATIONS: English Tourist Board 2 Crowns Highly Commended / AA QQQQ Selected

CHARGES: All charges are in U.K. pounds

Bed & breakfast based on two adults sharing:
One night only ................ 22.00 per person
More than one night ........... 19.50 per person, per night
Single occupancy .............. 25.00 per person, per night
Reduced rates for children sharing with parents.

Evening meal
Two course dinner with coffee   10.50
Children 8 - 15 years            8.50
Childrens menu                   6.00

Bookings may be made direct by calling the above telephone or fax numbers or by email to bartlett.spinney@zetnet.co.uk