About this property

Historic Setting: Maplestone in Shepton Mallet offers a bed and breakfast experience within a historic building. The property is adults-only and highly rated for its attentive host and comfortable rooms. Outdoor Spaces: Guests can relax on the sun terrace or in the garden, enjoying free WiFi throughout the property. Additional amenities include an outdoor seating area and picnic spots. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature private bathrooms with free toiletries, work desks, and garden views. Comfortable bedding ensures a restful stay. Dining Experience: A full English or Irish breakfast is served, including vegetarian and gluten-free options. Warm dishes, juice, and fruits are available each morning. Local Attractions: Maplestone is 33 km from Bristol Airport and near attractions such as Longleat Safari Park (25 km) and Bath Spa Train Station (29 km).

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

    • Breakfast info

    • Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Gluten-free

    • Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
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2 single beds
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Steve
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    EXCEPTIONALLY PEACEFUL AND CLEAN ACCOMMODATION. HIGHLY RECOMMEND. From the moment we we arrived at Maplestone we were made to feel really welcome. Alan showed us to our room and made us a pot of tea with cake and sat with us in the garden,...
  • Lisa
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely village, rooms beautiful, comfortable and very clean. Host outstanding 👏
  • Nikki
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beautiful property in a perfect location very close to the town’s restaurants and bars. Fabulous room with very comfortable beds and stunning decor. The host was super helpful and knowledgeable about the area. Breakfast was second to none with...
  • Cassidy
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The accommodation was both tastefully decorated, comfortable and in a quiet location with lovely gardens an ideal base for visiting the surrounding area. The host Alan was very friendly and knowledgeable with lots of advice of where to visit...
  • Leonard
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Excellent in all respects: very comfortable rooms; very good breakfast and very accommodating host.
  • Antony
    Australia Australia
    It was fantastic, lots of character and charm. Very good quality fixtures, fittings and furniture. The food and staff were excellent.
  • Geraldine
    Australia Australia
    Unexpected very spacious apartment, very tastefully furnished. Alan is an amazing host, very friendly and knowledgeable. Delicious breakfast with fruit compotes made by the host - could not ask for me.
  • Susan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The breakfast was excellent a very good variety of fruit, cereal and the fried breakfast was amazing.
  • Julie-ann
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Breakfast was outstanding and all my favourites. Very good quality ingredients and delicious. The house was very tastefully decorated and the most comfortable bed (we stayed in room 2). Alan the owner was very knowledgeable and a friendly...
  • Lucy
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    My husband and I had a wonderful stay at Maplestone. The room we stayed in was clean & tidy and the bed was so comfortable... the shower was lovely and hot too. Alan the host was so nice and friendly and helpful too. He greeted us with a big...

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Alan Griffiths

Company review score: 9.9Based on 582 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

I have done b&b accommodation for many years in the West Country with good revues on travel websites . Have met some great guests over the years many becoming regular visitors .

Property information

Period property , dating from 1650, once a row of workers cottages. Situated in a very quiet location away from main roads, backing on to a private deer park, yet close to town centre . Pretty south facing walled garden . Two bedrooms in the house , one double & one that can be used as a super king double or twin . One large double bedroom with its own external entrance , The Loft . One self contained suite of bedroom , shower room & sitting room with external entrance , The Potting Shed . All rooms tastefully decorated and furnished .

Neighbourhood information

Tucked away in a very quiet location with pleasant walks direct from the house . Close to the artisan area of the high street with its antique, vintage and craft shops , cafes and bars. Easy walk to Collett Park and Shepton Mallet prison . The narrow lane Quarr is easily missed , use google maps to find my location

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

House rules

Maplestone takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 16:00 to 22:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 10:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Maplestone in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.