My husband Cameron and I started coming to Home Farm back in 2009, spending many weekends and holidays here throughout the year with our dog Millie, who just loved it. She would be fast asleep in the back of the car but as soon as we went over the first speed bump on the driveway, she would wake up and she knew exactly where we were !
In 2015 we bought our own static caravan on site, which we still own and use most weekends. Our current dog, Betty also absolutely loves it here and she knows that this is where we come on Fridays after we finish work and she gets so excited, often waiting by the door, before we’ve even packed the car !
Unfortunately, I lost my parents a few years ago, but was lucky enough to be left some inheritance, which I used to buy ‘The Bolt Hole’ in May 2019. I had an amazing summer, and met some fabulous guests, some of which return to us time and time again - sometimes several times a year.
As The Bolt Hole had been so successful, I purchased The Retreat in November 2019. We had guests in straight away and all through Christmas & New Year, but then…… Covid struck.
2020 and 2021 were tough years, but when we ‘could’ open, we did, and we welcomed some really lovely guests and their dogs who were all so grateful for the peace and tranquility of Home Farm, after the nightmare of lockdowns and Covid restrictions.
In February 2022, just as we were about the start our new season, Storm Eunice hit the UK and unfortunately a large tree branch fell through the roof of our beloved Bolt Hole, completely destroying it. We were absolutely devastated, but 7 weeks later, we had the ‘New’ Bolt Hole delivered ! and don't worry - the offending tree was totally cut down !
I also work as a Wedding Celebrant - so most weekends I'm somewhere in the South West at a beautiful venue, asking a couple if 'they DO" !!! I also officiate Funerals in the Bristol & Bath area during the week. However, I try to spend as much time as I can at our own caravan at Home Farm, as all my Wedding and Funeral scripts are bespoke and I find Home Farm a very peaceful place to write. I've done weddings next door at St Audries Estate, and locally in this area, so it's good to have a base here as well as my home near Bath.
You can find out more about me on my website: http://www.SaraCumming-TheNaturalCelebrant.co.uk
In the Summer of 2024, we made the difficult decision to sell The Retreat, as unfortunately, all caravans on site only have a 20 year lifespan, and our 'own' caravan was nearing the end of it's life - meaning we had to buy a new one to replace it, and as with everything these days, the costs have gone up, so we needed to sell The Retreat, to put the money towards a new caravan for 'us' to use.
We are still renting out The Bolt Hole though - our original one - which we will always have a soft spot for - it's on the front road of the site, with views of the beach and has a lovely pitch, with a cute little garden, so if you fancy staying - we'd love to welcome you.
I really hope to be able to Welcome you soon.
Home Farm really is a special place – it’s the perfect spot to unwind and relax.
The owners of the Park describe it as ‘A Hidden Gem’ and that’s exactly what it is !
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