The Starting Gate Higher Greenscombe, Bruton, BA10 0QJ, United Kingdom
#6 of 7 hotels in Bruton
Guests' ChoiceBased on 32 apartment reviews
9.2Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.7
Location
9.1
Facilities
9.5
Staff
9.8
Value for money
9.6
Free Wifi
7.5
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Reviewed: August 2, 2025
Lynette
United KingdomSofa bed was a little hard to sleep on but it didn't stop me sleeping.
Our accommodation was spotless! Excellent bathroom and kitchen, like new! The owner was kind and friendly. We required the sofa bed making up. This was no problem for the owner. The whole apartment was spotless. Milk in the fridge on arrival, this was most welcome. Dishwasher tabs, cloth, liquid soap, face soap and shampoo were provided. Towels were lovely and soft. A treat to watch the horses. Very peaceful.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: June 16, 2025
Hae
South KoreaThe walkway path to Bruton is not very safe to walk with older mum.
Lovely property in quiet location. Rachel decorated everything well and it was very comfortable.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: June 2, 2025
Emma
United KingdomAbsolutely nothing.
Stunning idyllic quiet setting the apartment looked out over field's & a lovley warm welcome from the host. Property was beautifully & immaculately decorated throughout. Spotlessly clean & well equipped, the farm fresh milk was lovley welcome in the fridge. Plenty of space for parking right outside the apartment & loved the added security of the electric gates. The property has a green award for sustainability which I loved especially the indigenous mixed hedging all around the property it was delightful to see such an abundance of wildlife. Exceptionally good value, highly recommend & look forward to rebooking again.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: May 12, 2025
Tania
United KingdomNothing
Beautiful location and welcoming hosts.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: August 26, 2024
Ede
United KingdomQuiet, clean, nice furnishings and a friendly host...
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: August 13, 2024
David
United KingdomNothing, everything was perfect.
The beautiful countryside location. The 'easygoing' atmosphere.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: August 5, 2024
Rachel
United KingdomThe layout of the property is not clear in the description. It is a studio apartment, with the bed in the kitchen/lounge area on the first floor and not a 2 bed apartment which is stated in the description. Very unusual layout. It is also right next to stables - great if you like horses.
Immaculately clean property with good facilities.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: August 1, 2024
Vivien
United KingdomNothing
Cleanliness, comfort, facilities, ease to find, friendliness
Stayed in July 2024
Reviewed: June 24, 2024
Tormay
IrelandNo wifi. 2nd bedroom the sofabed not so comfortable. Could have supplied more toiletries as advertised. Just one bar of soap and one miniature shampoo for 3.
Beautiful countryside location. Spotlessly clean. Nice big spacious bathroom with a bath and separate shower area. Comfortable double bed.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: June 1, 2024
David
United KingdomThe sofa bed in the spare room is not really up to much.
Well appointed, beautifully clean, plenty of secure parking and a wonderful, peaceful location
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: May 20, 2024
Carolyn
United KingdomNot really a dislike, but though it's in a beautiful location, for our purposes somewhere a little closer to Bruton would have suited us better.
A great apartment, and as it was described as a studio apartment the little snug area with TV was a real bonus. The apartment was very stylish and well equipped, and the host Rachel was friendly and helpful.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: April 22, 2024
Sandra
United KingdomNothing
Everything
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 8, 2024
Lyndennis
United KingdomNothing
The studio apartment is fresh and modern and Rachel and Chris were very welcoming. It is in the country between Evercreech and Bruton so very handy for us to visit our family and the attractive village of Bruton. The bottle of fresh milk was a bonus.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 5, 2024
Eve
United KingdomThe second bedroom would have been too small if we had bought a 3rd person along!
Lovely location with a perfect walk on the doorstep. Rachel was really welcoming. Very clean. Everything we needed for a short break. Short drive into Bruton
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: November 19, 2023
Jessica
United KingdomNothing, by far the best property I've stayed at
The fab decor, the lovely host, and I was totally charmed by this accommodation.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: October 28, 2023
Annette
United KingdomExceptionally clean and a quiet location.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: October 9, 2023
Sophie
United Kingdomnothing.
Very well designed apartment with everything you could possibly need. quiet and private.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: September 11, 2023
Neil
United KingdomWe did need the second bedroom bed made up but could see that was confusion caused by the booking system This was quickly sorted for us by Liz who was really friendly throughout
Great country location and very quiet. Great kitchen and bathroom.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: August 28, 2023
Wiebke
United KingdomWe had a lovely stay and its a great base when visiting Longleat and surrounding National Trust treasures
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: August 6, 2023
Alexandra
United KingdomWe were later than expected at the property and arrived around 10.30pm. Rachel was so lovely and met us on arrival to give us the keys. Really modern and clean apartment. Kitchen was really well stocked in terms of appliances.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: July 16, 2023
Jessica
United KingdomPeaceful and perfect location, could not recommend this place enough. Everything was thought out even milk in the fridge ready for our arrival. Host was very accommodating, great facilities and very clean. Definitely will be back.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: July 9, 2023
Goncalves
United KingdomThe lady very lovely
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: July 7, 2023
Peter
NetherlandsBed was a tad too small for us.
Clean apartment and fully equipped kitchen.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: May 8, 2023
Robert
United KingdomPeaceful location and great accommodation
Stayed in May 2023
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