Townsend Cottage

Rode, Somerset

A one bedroom cottage at Rode with a front enclosed garden, two dogs welcome, and a castle and river circular two and a half miles away.

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Rode sits on the Somerset side of the Wiltshire border between Frome and Bradford on Avon, in the part of the county that nobody associates with Somerset at all. Townsend Cottage sleeps two there with two dogs, for four hundred and seventy nine pounds.

Farleigh Hungerford Castle and the River Frome circular starts two and four tenths of a mile away and we score it eight, a walk that takes in a fourteenth century castle and a stretch of river in one loop. The Bradford on Avon to Avoncliff aqueduct circular is four and a half miles with another eight, following the Kennet and Avon canal and crossing the valley on an aqueduct, level going the whole way for an older dog. Stoney Littleton Long Barrow is four and seven tenths.

Its front garden is enclosed with a table and chairs. Thirty two guest ratings behind it. No coast anywhere near, which is the trade, and what replaces it is canal, river, castle and long barrow, all within five miles and all of it level enough for a dog that has stopped enjoying hills.

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from £479 for 7 nights

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At a Glance

Dogs Welcome: 2 dogs
Enclosed Garden: Yes; Front enclosed garden with table and chairs | On-street parking is subject to availability | 0
Sleeps: 2 guests
Rooms: 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom
Price: from £479 / 7 nights
Grading: 4 star
Arrival: in from 16:00, out by 10:00
Facilities: Open fire, Wifi

Townsend Cottage from £479 for 7 nights

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Townsend Cottage dog friendly?
Yes, Townsend Cottage welcomes up to two dogs. The cottage sleeps two people and two dogs, and has an enclosed front garden with a table and chairs — handy for keeping an eye on them while you relax outside.
Are dogs allowed at Townsend Cottage year round?
The listing doesn't specify seasonal restrictions on dogs, so it's worth contacting the property directly to confirm availability for your dates. With 32 guest ratings behind it, it's clearly a well-used and well-regarded spot, which is a good sign.
What should I know before visiting Townsend Cottage with my dog?
The cottage accepts a maximum of two dogs, so if you're travelling with more it won't be the right fit. On the plus side, the surrounding area is excellent for dogs that prefer gentler terrain — the nearest walks include a level canal towpath route and a river and castle circular just over two miles away, with no significant hills to worry about.