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Castle of Comfort Hotel - Bridgwater

Dodington Nether Stowey
Bridgwater TA5 1LE

The Castle of Comfort is the family owned and managed venture of Carol and Nigel Venner with Julie Beaumont providing 5 star guest accommodation in West Somerset. With plenty of character and charm the Castle of Comfort has had a long and chequered past. Probably 16th century in origin and originally an open hall house it has served as an inn coffee house cider house private house and it is rumoured the meeting place for pirates off the English coast to dispose of their loot. There was a licensed vitualler recorded at the Castle of Comfort way back in 1689. Within the Grade II listed property historic features remain such as the plaster decoration dated 1655 on a chimney breast. We are bounded on three sides by four acres of garden and parkland containing mature trees and shrubs which blend into the surrounding woodland of the Quantocks. You can enjoy a leisurely cream tea in the garden take a stroll around the grounds or a refreshing dip in the heated outdoor pool (seasonal). Our en suite rooms are individually styled with comfort and practicality in mind. The 24 cover restaurant is open to residents and non-residents with a menu showcasing locally sourced produce. The comfortable lounge is a perfect spot to relax and chat read or enjoy a leisurely drink. Located at Dodington on the A39 we fall within the Quantock Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. In a rural setting we are within easy reach of many attractive villages as well as Bridgwater (9.5 miles) Minehead (16.5 miles) and Hinkley Point (6.2 miles). We are close to several prominent wedding venues including Crowcombe Court and St Audries Park. The Quantocks protected since 1956 offer great diversity with a rich and ancient cultural heritage and panoramic views of coast heath and combe making it a popular area with walkers mountain bikers horse riders and tourists.

Directions to Castle of Comfort Hotel Bridgwater

M5 South bound - Road: From M5 junction 23 follow A38 into Bridgwater then follow A39 (Minehead) towards Nether Stowey. Do not turn into the village itself but stay on A39 through traffic lights for another mile. The Castle of Comfort is in a dip on the left hand side of the road. br/ br/ M5 North bound - Road: Leave M5 at Junction 24 and take A38 to Bridgwater then follow A39 (Minehead) towards Nether Stowey. Do not turn into the village itself but stay on A39 through traffic lights for another mile. The Castle of Comfort is in a dip on the left hand side of the road. br/ br/ Bridgwater Railway Station - Train: Taxis are available outside the station (Beeline Taxis 01278 444334). Alternatively exit the station and walk along St John Street to the bus stop for the No.14 service to Watchet for Minehead. The bus stops in the villages of Nether Stowey and Holford either side of (but still some way from) the Castle of Comfort. Journey time is approx. 30 minutes. We are happy to pick guests up from either set-down point by advance arrangement. br/ br/ Taunton Railway Station - Train: Taxis are available from the rank outside the station. The distance and rural destination make an advance price check advisable. Please note that the bus service from Taunton to Nether Stowey is very infrequent (Service 23B from the stop at Taunton Rail Station Bridge) and you are very strongly advised to check times and availability at www.firstgroup.com in advance of travel. We are happy to collect guests from Nether Stowey by advance arrangement.