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The Covenstead

3.5 star property
Guesthouse with free breakfast, steps from Glastonbury Abbey

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Luxury Double Room, Ensuite (Silver) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart speakers
Located near Glastonbury Abbey, The Covenstead welcomes travelers with cooked-to-order breakfasts and complimentary in-room WiFi. Guests can relax on the garden terrace or enjoy a friendly game of billiards. The staff provides helpful service that enhances the entire experience.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Ensuite, Garden View (Hedgewitch) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Ensuite, Garden View (Hedgewitch)

10.0 out of 10
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Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Luxury Double Room, Ensuite (Silver) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Luxury Double Room, Ensuite (Silver)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, Private Bathroom, Park View (Herne's) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room, Private Bathroom, Park View (Herne's)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Ensuite, Garden View (Arthur's Gate) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Ensuite, Garden View (Arthur's Gate)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Portable fan
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Luxury Double Room, Ensuite (Gold) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Luxury Double Room, Ensuite (Gold)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Hair dryer
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Glastonbury is home to The Covenstead. Glastonbury Abbey and Chalice Well are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Wookey Hole Caves and Cheddar Gorge. Don't miss out on a visit to Royal Bath and West Showground. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including birdwatching.
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Naish House, Magdalene Street, Glastonbury, England, BA6 9EJ

What's nearby

  • Glastonbury Abbey - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • St. Margaret's Chapel & Magdalene Almshouses - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Chalice Well - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Clarks Village - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Glastonbury Tor - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Castle Cary Station - 25 min drive
  • Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Mitre Inn - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Oriental Chef - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Heaphy's Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Market House - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Rifleman's Arms - ‬11 min walk

About this property

The Covenstead

Guesthouse near Glastonbury Abbey
Located close to Chalice Well and Glastonbury Tor, The Covenstead provides free cooked-to-order breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this guesthouse include:
  • Self parking (surcharge), luggage storage, and a billiards/pool table
  • Outdoor furniture and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as smart speakers, as well as perks like free WiFi and free bottled water.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Wardrobes/closets, smart speakers, and electric kettles

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Uncovered self parking on site (GBP 10 per day)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • No housekeeping service

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart speaker

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Uncovered self parking fee: GBP 10 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Covenstead B&B Glastonbury
Covenstead B&B
Covenstead Glastonbury
Covenstead
The Covenstead Guesthouse
The Covenstead Glastonbury
The Covenstead Guesthouse Glastonbury

Frequently asked questions

Is The Covenstead pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much is parking at The Covenstead?

Self parking is available for GBP 10 per day. Limited spots are available. There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at The Covenstead?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Covenstead?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Covenstead located?

Situated in Glastonbury, this guesthouse is within a 15-minute walk of Glastonbury Abbey and Chalice Well. Glastonbury Tor and Clarks Village are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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