Somerset - Luxury Hotels, B&B, Inns, Attractions, Gardens, Museums, Galleries, Historic Houses, Restaurants, Spas, Golf Courses - Britain's Finest


Somerset - Luxury Hotels, B&B, Inns, Attractions, Gardens, Museums, Galleries, Historic Houses, Restaurants, Spas, Golf Courses - Britain's Finest are listed below. There is no doubt that Somerset is a holiday county; there is so much to enjoy here that one visit could never suffice. The diversity of scenery to the northwest is the high heather-clad moorland plateau of Exmoor bordering...read more



Luxury Hotels in Somerset

The Castle at Taunton

Castle Green, Taunton, Somerset
The Castle at Taunton hotel is the ideal base for exploring the stunning countryside that surrounds. Run by the Chapman family for 55 years, the Castle... more

Farthings Hotel & Restaurant

Hatch Beauchamp, Taunton, Somerset
Farthings Hotel & Restaurant lies in the Somerset countryside with easy access to Taunton. An elegant Georgian building with extensive gardens and an enviable reputation for... more

Miller´s at Glencot House

Glencot Lane, Wookey Hole, Wells, Somerset
Miller´s at Glencot House is idyllically set in 18 acres of gardens and parkland with river frontage and even has its own cricket pitch! The house... more

Mount Somerset Hotel

Lower Henlade, Taunton, Somerset
An elegant Regency country house, cradled by both the Quantocks and the Blackdown Hills, the Mount Somerset is noted for its elegance and warmth. The beautifully... more

The Walnut Tree Hotel

West Camel, Yeovil, Somerset
The Walnut Tree Hotel is just over the border from Dorset in a delightful Somerset Village with its tranquil settings, family run for the last twenty... more



Small Hotels / Inns in Somerset

Ash House Country Hotel

Ash, Nr Martock, Somerset
Ash House Country Hotel is a small, family-owned hotel, located in the heart of the Somerset countryside. The spacious, gracious building has been carefully restored over... more

Bath Paradise House Hotel

86/88 Holloway, Bath, Somerset
Bath Paradise House Hotel is superbly situated in a quiet location on the Southern slopes of the City, just 5 minutes walk from Bath Spa and... more

Combe House Hotel

Holford, Somerset
Combe House Country Hotel lies in a beautifully peaceful wooded valley in the heart of the Quantock Hills, the first part of England to be designated... more

Corner House Hotel

Park Street, Taunton, Somerset
The Corner House Hotel, in the heart of the Somerset county town of Taunton, is a the first of a new breed of hotel for the... more

The Devonshire Arms

Long Sutton, Langport, Somerset
The Devonshire Arms, a Grade II listed former hunting lodge is set on an idyllic village green. Step inside and you'll find an unexpectedly contemporary style.... more

Dorian House

One Upper, Oldfield Park, Bath, Somerset
Built of Bath stone around 1880, Dorian House was extensively refurbished in 2007 but remains a fine example of Victorian architecture at its most elegant, retaining... more

Holbrook House Hotel & Spa

Wincanton, Somerset
Holbrook House is a traditional Country House Hotel, set in seventeen acres of beautiful parkland and gardens. Holbrook is the perfect place for a relaxing break.... more

The Holcombe Inn

Stratton Road, Holcombe, Bath, Somerset
The Holcombe Inn offers fabulous accommodation in a restful country house hotel atmosphere. Enjoy relaxing evenings watching the sun setting over the nearby Downside Abbey and... more

Lanes Hotel

High Street, West Coker, Yeovil, Somerset
Amidst the gently rolling hills of Somerset, Lanes Hotel is situated in West Coker, an attractive village set in a conservation area. Recently reopened after extensive... more

Little Barwick House

Barwick, Yeovil, Somerset
A privately owned, listed Georgian dower house Little Barwick House is set in over 3 acres with a pretty sunny garden. Offering comfort and charm in... more

Number Three Hotel

3 Magdalene Street, Glastonbury, Somerset
Number Three is a small hotel in Glastonbury offering a unique and peaceful place to stay. The Georgian town house was built within the original boundaries... more

The Oaks Hotel

Porlock, Exmoor, Somerset
The Oaks Hotel is located in the West Country, on the border between Devon and Somerset and commands an elevated position on the edge of the... more

Tarr Farm Inn

Tarr Steps, Dulverton, Exmoor National Park, Somerset
Tarr Farm Inn nestles just above Tarr Steps and the River Barle and is set in 40 acres of grounds. Offering an ideal location to take... more

White House Hotel

Long Street, Williton, Somerset
The White House Hotel continues to gather awards for its outstanding food, with a commitment to quality and service. The bar and sitting room are comfortably... more

The Yeovil Court Hotel

West Coker Road, Yeovil, Somerset
The Yeovil Court Hotel is located on the outskirts of the Old Market town of Yeovil which is now a hive of activity. The property benefits... more



Bed & Breakfast in Somerset

Beaconsfield Farm

Easton, Wells, Somerset
Award winning Beaconsfield Farm B&B is a country farmhouse at the foot of the Mendip Hills set in four acres of garden and grounds. Each room... more

Beryl

top of Hawkers Lane, Wells, Somerset
Beryl B&B is a small family run Gothic mansion set in 13 acres of parkland one mile from Wells centre. Elegantly furnished with antiques, Beryl offers... more

Bowermead House

Whitstone Hill, Pilton, Shepton Mallet, Somerset
18th century Bowermead House B&B is located in an idyllic setting overlooking the Vale of Avalon and Glastonbury Tor. Gardens and paddocks covering 5 acres of... more

Causeway Cottage

West Buckland, Taunton, Somerset
Causeway Cottage B&B is a 200 year old cottage and may be found at the foot of the Blackdown Hills on the Devon/Somerset border. It has... more

Culmhead House

Culmhead, near Taunton, Somerset
Culmhead House was built around 1850, and has been modernised over the years. The house is set in 10 acres of woods, lawns and paddocks. Accommodation... more

East Lambrook Farm

East Lambrook, South Petherton, Somerset
East Lambrook Farm B&B is a 17th century farmhouse in a quiet position in small village, with a pub nearby. The house is warm and comfortable... more

Greystones House

Lovington, Castle Cary, Somerset
Originally the local blacksmith´s cottage in the early 19th century, with the forge and stables in the adjacent stone buildings, Greystones House is now a comfortable... more

Harptree Court

East Harptree, Bristol, Somerset
Harptree Court is a beautiful Georgian country house built in 1797 and designed by the city architect of Bath and is set in its own parkland.... more

Homefield Cottage

Splott Lane, Upper Weare, Axbridge, Somerset
Homefield Cottage is an idyllic retreat with glorious views to Cheddar Gorge and the Mendip Hills. A perfect base for walkers or to enjoy the wildlife,... more

Infield House

36 Portway, Wells, Somerset
Infield House B&B is a beautifully restored Victorian townhouse lovingly appointed with period furnishings, portraits and decor. Bountiful English, continental or vegetarian breakfasts with televisions, tea/coffee... more

The Lynch Country House

4 Behind Berry, Somerton, Somerset
The Lynch Country House B&B is set in the heart of lush Somerset countryside on the edge of the medieval market town of Somerton, the ancient... more

Macawber House

Bayford Hill, Wincanton, Somerset
Macawber House Bed & Breakfast is situated in the Market town of Wincanton. This Edwardian house has outstanding views over Blackmore Vale and offers two twin... more

The Manor House

West Compton, Shepton Mallet, Somerset
The Manor House B&B is an historical 15th century manor house standing in its own grounds and is set in a peaceful and secluded valley. The... more

Maplestone Hall

Quarr, Shepton Mallet, Somerset
Maplestone Hall, formerly a row of 18th century weavers cottages, is a Grade II listed building in Shepton Mallet, a small market town in Somerset. It... more

Middle Farm

Dinder, Wells, Somerset
At Middle Farm B&B we warmly welcome guests into our very comfortable home, formerly a 17th century farmhouse. Dinder is a quiet village off the main... more

The Old Mill

Netherclay, Bishops Hull, Taunton, Somerset
The Old Mill B&B is a Grade II listed former corn mill in a tranquil riverside setting with two lovely bedrooms both overlooking the weir pool.... more

Pennard House

East Pennard, Shepton Mallet, Somerset
Pennard House B&B is a beautiful Georgian home situated on the last south facing slope of the Mendip Hills. It stands in secluded gardens, surrounded by... more

Rock House

Halse, Taunton, Somerset
You will find Rock House in the middle of a small, quiet Somerset village surrounded by acres of fields and views of the Quantock Hills. Rock... more

Stowey Brooke House

18 Castle Street, Nether Stowey, Bridgwater, Somerset
Stowey Brooke House B&B where a high standard of accommodation is assured. This Grade II listed village cottage nestles in the centre of a picturesque Quantock... more

Three Acres Country House

Brushford, Dulverton, Somerset
Three Acres Country House is set in large secluded grounds on the edge of Exmoor and offers a relaxed atmosphere in tranquil surroundings. Experience a restful... more

Winston House

109 Portway, Wells, Somerset
Winston House is a large 1930´s property that has been recently refurbished to a high standard having recently been awarded a 4 Star grading by VisitBritain.... more

Wood Advent Farm

Roadwater, Watchet, Somerset
Wood Advent Farm B&B is an attractive 19th century listed Somerset farmhouse and working farm. Peace and tranquillity are offered here in the beautiful Exmoor countryside.... more



Museums / Art Galleries in Somerset

Fleet Air Arm Museum

RNAS Yeovilton, Yeovil, Somerset
The Fleet Air Arm Museum has the largest collection of Naval aircraft anywhere in Europe. Situated alongside an operational Naval Air Station you may see fighter... more

Haynes Motor Museum

Sparkford, Somerset
Haynes Motor Museum is Britain´s biggest car collection with over 300 cars, 50 motorcycles, military and commerical vehicles, dating from 1886 to the present day. Also... more

Somerset County Museum

The Castle, Castle Green, Taunton, Somerset
At Somerset County Museum there is a rich variety of objects on show relating to the County of Somerset, to intrigue and stir the imagination. There... more



Historic Houses in Somerset

Bishops Palace

(Henderson Rooms), Wells, Somerset
The Bishop´s Palace and Gardens lies in the heart of Wells, within very easy access of the market place and cathedral. Enter the moated and fortified... more

Dunster Castle

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Dunster, Minehead, Somerset
Originally built in Norman times, Dunster Castle was remodelled in the late 19th century for the Luttrell family, who lived here for 600 years. Only the... more

Lytes Cary Manor

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Charlton Mackrell, Somerton, Somerset
Lytes Cary Manor is a small medieval manor house, originally built by Thomas Lyte, was rescued from decay in the 20th century by Sir Walter Jenner.... more

Montacute House

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Montacute, Yeovil, Somerset
Montacute House is an Elizabethan house adorned with elegant chimneys, carved parapets, heraldic glass and other Renaissance features. The magnificent state rooms include the Long Gallery... more



Gardens in Somerset

Barrington Court

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Barrington, Ilminster, Somerset
Barrington Court garden created by Gertrude Jekyll in 1917 towards the end of her career, is a garden of different character rooms. The `hot´ room is... more

Cothay Manor

Greenham, Wellington, Somerset
The gardens at Cothay Manor are five miles west of Wellington, hidden in the high-banked lanes of Somerset. Virtually unchanged in 500 years, this sleeping beauty... more

Dunster Castle

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Dunster, Minehead, Somerset
Dunster Castle has a hilltop garden, lawn and interesting rare shrub borders. Below there are formal woodland terraces and along the river, opulent sub-tropical plantings of... more

Greencombe Gardens

Porlock, Somerset
Greencombe is a post-war garden, having been started in 1946 by Horace Stroud. It is a strip of 3.5 acres on the edge of ancient woodland.... more

Hestercombe Gardens

Cheddon Fitzpaine, Taunton, Somerset
Hestercombe is unique in having three complete period gardens covering 40 acres. The Georgian landscape, Victorian terrace and the formal Edwardian gardens combine to create one... more

Lytes Cary Manor

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Charlton Mackrell, Somerton, Somerset
Lytes Cary Manor is a simple garden in Elizabethan style once the home of medieval herbalist Henry Lyte. The main border was designed by plantsman Graham... more

Milton Lodge

Old Bristol Road, Wells, Somerset
Milton Lodge has charming Grade II listed gardens with south facing terraces overlooking Wells Cathedral and the Vale of Avalon with mixed borders, roses, yew hedges,... more

Montacute House

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Montacute, Yeovil, Somerset
Montacute House and gardens is a simple, elegant, Elizabethan garden comprised largely of green spaces, of lawns and processions of clipped yews. Most memorable is the... more

Prior Park Landscape

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Ralph Allen Drive, Bath, Somerset
Prior Park is a beautiful and intimate 18th century landscape garden, created by local entrepreneur and philanthropist Ralph Allen with advice from the poet Alexander Pope... more

Tintinhull Garden

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Farm Street, Tintinhull, Yeovil, Somerset
Tintinhull Garden is a classic 20th century English garden surrounding a 17th century manor house, of high formality overlaid with an opulent yet carefully contrived planting.... more



Attractions in Somerset

Glastonbury Abbey

Abbey Gatehouse, Magdelene Street, Glastonbury, Somerset
Glastonbury Abbey attracts visitors from all over the world. The magical ruins, of this once greatest Abbey in England, are set in 36 acres of peaceful... more

Wells Cathedral

Cathedral Offices Chain Gate, Cathedral Green, Wells, Somerset
Wells Cathedral began as a holy place, taking its name from the springs in what are now the Bishop´s Palace grounds. The first church was built... more



Spas in Somerset

Babington House

The Cowshed, Babington, Near Frome, Somerset
The Cowshed Spa is located at one of the coolest contemporary hotels there is, Babington House. Its products (cheekily labelled eg. Grumpy Cow Morning Body Wash)... more

The Bath House Spa

The Royal Crescent Hotel, 16 Royal Crescent, Bath, Somerset
Focusing on the natural elements of Earth, Air, Fire and Water, The Bath House embraces both Ancient and Modern day spa culture. With an extensive range... more

The Bath Spa Hotel

Sydney Road, Bath, Somerset
At The Bath Spa Hotel you will find facilities and treatments to suit your specific and immediate needs. Pamper yourself in one of the beauty rooms,... more

Buff Urban Day Spa

22/24 Station Road, Taunton, Somerset
Genesis Day Spa is a haven of peace and tranquility where you can swap your cares and stresses for a feeling of quiet and calm. Both... more

Cedar Falls Health Farm

Bishops Lydeard, Taunton, Somerset
Wonderful Indian head massages, Reiki and reflexology, Hopi ear candle treatments and healing holistic massages - many of the guests at Cedar Falls Health Spa find... more

Combe Grove Manor Hotel

Brassknocker Hill, Monkton Combe, Bath, Somerset
Bodysensual spa at Combe Grove Manor Garden Lodge is a wonderfully peaceful place. Dedicated therapists offer a wide range of treatments including Clarins, Thalgo Aromatherapy Associates... more

The Garden Spa

The Bath Priory Hotel, Weston Road, Bath, Somerset
At The Garden Spa, come and enjoy a full day of relaxation and treatments with a loved one or friend. Before starting your treatments, take some... more

Genesis Day Spa Ltd

34/36 West Street, Ilminster, Somerset
Head to Genesis Day Spa to immerse yourself in a haven of perfect peace. Both ladies and gentlemen can enjoy a full menu of treatments using... more

Holbrook House hotel

Castle Cary Road, Wincanton, Somerset
Holbrook Spa is wonderfully tranquil and is set within seventeen acres of unspoiled woodlands, pastures and greens. It is the perfect setting to rejuvenate both your... more

Monty's Spa

Charlton House Hotel, Shepton Mallet, Near Bath, Somerset
Monty’s Spa offers a very personal experience, using their own new and unique brand of apothecary products, all freshly made by hand with ingredients chosen for... more

Thermae Bath Spa

The Hetling Pump Room, Hot Bath Street, Bath, Somerset
Thermae Bath Spa is located in the heart of the beautiful city of Bath and is Britain's only natural thermal Spa. The New Royal Bath, Hot... more



Restaurants in Somerset

Andrews on the Weir

Porlock Weir, Minehead, Somerset
Chef proprietor Andrew Dixon runs this restaurant with rooms that overlooks picturesque Porlock weir – hence the name. There’s fabulous views from the simply decorated dining... more

Bath Priory Hotel

Weston Road, Bath, Somerset
Sink into the upholstered comfort of the most luxurious dining rooms in the country and admire the views of the beautifully maintained gardens. Chef Chris Horridge... more

Beaujolais

5 Chapel Row, Bath, Somerset
Owner Jean Pierre Auge has been entertaining his regulars with his bad jokes for over thirty years and has helped to make Beaujolais a perennial neighbourhood... more

The Castle Hotel

Castle Green, Taunton, Somerset
This opulent, vine covered hotel has been a bastion of fine British cooking for over 50 years and has launched the careers of chefs such as... more

Charlton House

Shepton Mallet, Somerset
Tucked away in the Mendip hills, the Mulberry restaurant of this converted manor house is supplied by its own farm. So you'll know exactly where your... more

Dower House

16 Royal Crescent, Bath, Somerset
Bang in the centre of Bath’s iconic Royal Crescent, Dower House couldn’t have a finer address. Wander through the hotel and its gorgeous hidden gardens to... more

Garricks Head

8 St John's Place, City Centre, Bath, Somerset
Conveniently situated next door to Bath's Theatre Royal, this city centre gastropub is keeping the tradition of the inn alive with simple English food and great... more

Goodfellows

5 Sadler Street, Wells, Somerset
Former Mallory Court chef Adam Fellows and wife Martine run this two storey operation made up of a deli/patisserie downstairs and restaurant above connected by a... more

Little Barwick House

Barwick, Yeovil, Somerset
This Georgian dower house’s elegant yet restrained dining room comes complete with fireplace, mirrors and garden views. Chef Tim Ford’s classical cooking features mainly locally-sourced ingredients.... more

The Moody Goose

The Old Priory Hotel, Church Square, Midsomer Norton, Bath, Somerset
After ten successful years in the center of Bath, chef Stephen Shore and wife Victoria upped sticks in 2005 to this 12th century priory house in... more

The Old Spot

12 Sadler Street, Wells, Somerset
With its smart olive green and white interior and bare, chunky wooden tabletops, The Old Spot manages to be both stylish and informal. Framed menus from... more

The Olive Tree Restaurant

Queensberry Hotel, Russel Street, Bath, Somerset
Tucked away in the basement of a smart contemporary boutique hotel a few minutes walk from the main shopping area, the Olive tree is one of... more

The Priory House Restaurant

1 High Street, Stoke-sub-Hamdon, Somerset
On a substantial corner site opposite the pub and near the green in a charming Devon village is where you’ll find this delightful husband and wife... more

Willow Tree

3 Tower Lane, Off Tower Street, Taunton, Somerset
Darren Sherlock and Rita Rambella’s two floor operation in a 17th century townhouse focuses on seasonal, local food. The modern British menu may include diver-caught scallops... more



Golf Courses in Somerset

Burnham & Berrow Golf Club

St Christopher’s Way, Burnham-on-Sea, Somerset
Burnham and Berrow, a great links on the Somerset coast created by Alister Mackenzie and Harry Colt, has hosted almost every major amateur championship. The greens... more