Tropiquaria Zoo in Somerset is a small zoo and tropical house located in a historic Grade II listed former BBC transmitting station. It features a tropical hall, aquarium with rare fish, and outdoor animal enclosures, along with play areas and a café, offering a diverse wildlife experience for families.
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A traditional thatched Tudor cottage with four ensuite bedrooms set near coastal and countryside walks, featuring a private enclosed garden and hot tub, suitable for families and pets.
The Yarn Market in Dunster, Somerset, is a historic Grade I listed octagonal building from the early 17th century, originally built to support the local wool and cloth trade, featuring a unique central pier with timber roofing and marked by Civil War history.
A guided tour takes visitors through Dunster Castle’s Victorian kitchen and larders, with stories about the cooks, maids and other staff who worked there.
Minehead is a historic coastal town in Somerset, England, known for its Victorian and Edwardian architecture, seaside attractions, and outdoor activities. It features a beach, a heritage railway, the Butlins holiday camp, and hosts traditional events like the May Day Hobby Horse festival.
The Cow Shed is a detached three-bedroom barn conversion in Mid Devon for six guests, offering rural tranquility, spacious reverse-level living with views over the Exe Valley, and a private hot tub in a large garden setting.
Tiverton Castle is a historic motte and bailey castle in Devon, offering visitors a peaceful private house experience with a fine collection of Civil War arms and armour, medieval features, and beautiful gardens. It is open to the public seasonally with tailored tours and holiday accommodations available.
Tiverton is a historic market town in Devon, England, known for its medieval heritage, wool trade history, and cultural attractions including Tiverton Castle and the Pannier Market. It offers a walkable town centre with rich history and modern amenities for visitors.
Exmoor Gate Lodges are located on the edge of Exmoor National Park in a wooded valley, offering a natural and wildlife-rich setting suitable for families and couples.
A charming one-bedroom holiday cottage near Witheridge in the Devon countryside offering a peaceful rural escape with a private hot tub and decking overlooking rolling green views, suitable for two guests.
TallTrees is a detached holiday lodge set in a private part of the owner's large grounds featuring quiet surroundings, countryside views, and a rural setting close to walking and boating attractions.
Knightshayes Court is a Victorian country house near Tiverton, Devon, known for its architecture by William Burges and extensive historic gardens. The Grade I listed house and Grade II* listed gardens offer a blend of indoor heritage and outdoor landscape experiences, including rare features like a stické court and a golfing memorabilia exhibition.
Woodhayne Farm is a spacious holiday home set in the countryside featuring open-plan living and nine ensuite bedrooms, ideal for families, couples, or groups celebrating special occasions.
Henfields Country Retreat is a countryside retreat located in the Quantock Hills foothills with panoramic views, suitable for romantic breaks or family getaways, set near local village amenities and countryside footpaths.
The Walled Gardens of Cannington in Somerset feature diverse garden styles within historic priory grounds, including a glasshouse and tearoom, with free access for RHS members on selected days.
This is a first floor studio-style apartment with vaulted ceiling and oak beams set in gated grounds with a private entrance, located near a coastal area with access to beaches and countryside.
Cleeve Abbey is a medieval Cistercian monastery in Somerset featuring some of the best-preserved monastic buildings in England, including cloisters, a refectory with a wooden vaulted ceiling, medieval tiled floors, and historic wall paintings, open to public visits under English Heritage.
A guided tour takes visitors through Dunster Castle’s Victorian kitchen and larders, exploring the work and stories of the cooks, maids and other staff who kept the castle running.
Secret Skies glamping pods offer a countryside retreat with enclosed garden views and a private hot tub, situated on a rural smallholding between South Molton and Tiverton with views over Exmoor and nearby countryside.
Cathill Cottage is a luxury waterside retreat located in the village of Creech St. Michael near Taunton, offering a tranquil setting ideal for scenic walks, cycling, and water activities, with a spacious and elegant interior suitable for couples or small families.
Foxglove is a stylish three-bedroom holiday cottage nestled in the Quantock Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty near Somerset's countryside and coast, featuring private gardens, a balcony with scenic views, and a private hot tub.
Fyne Court is a National Trust nature reserve and visitor centre in Somerset, featuring historic estate grounds with woodland, ponds, meadows, and remnants of a 19th-century country house. Visitors can explore outdoor natural habitats as well as indoor visitor facilities including a café and shop.
Parshalls Retreat is a cosy holiday home for couples located in the south Somerset countryside, offering a private garden and hot tub with a peaceful rural setting near local countryside walks and amenities.
Secret Skies glamping pods offer a peaceful and private countryside retreat suitable for couples, with scenic views and an enclosed garden in a rural area of North Devon.
Wattles offers a tranquil and comfortable stay in a countryside setting with far-reaching views over meadows and a small lake, featuring spacious and well-appointed lodges with private outdoor areas and family-friendly facilities.
Knightshayes is a National Trust estate in Devon with a distinctive Gothic Revival house, extensive formal and woodland gardens, and large parkland. Visitors can enjoy exploring the house interior, walking gardens with over 1200 plant species, a restored Victorian kitchen garden, and woodland adventure play. Facilities include a café and shop, and the venue is dog friendly and wheelchair accessible.
A one-bedroom ground floor apartment in Blue Anchor with stunning bay views, a conservatory, private enclosed patio garden, and a private hot tub, welcoming two small-medium sized dogs.
Dunster Castle and Watermill in Somerset offer a rich experience combining a historic castle, working Victorian watermill, beautiful gardens, and scenic parkland with panoramic views. Visitors can explore the castle interiors, gardens with diverse plants, enjoy family-friendly activities, and visit cafés and shops on site.
An exhibition marking 50 years of the National Trust at Dunster Castle, featuring golden objects from the castle’s collection, including its rare gilt leather hangings. Visitors can also learn about the castle’s gift to the Trust and view a film presenting a virtual gallery of the hangings.
This large country property accommodates up to 26 guests with extensive grounds by the river in a peaceful rural setting near Exmoor National Park, featuring historic character and suitable for family gatherings or celebrations.
Nirvana is a unique train carriage accommodation for two guests located in North Devon, set in a peaceful valley with extensive grounds and abundant local wildlife, providing a distinctive countryside retreat experience.
A stylish barn conversion bungalow set on the ground floor in the peaceful Quantock Hills countryside, featuring a four poster king-size bedroom, private hot tub, enclosed garden, and on-site parking.
Coleridge Cottage is a 17th century historic cottage in Nether Stowey, Somerset, where poet Samuel Taylor Coleridge lived and wrote some of his famous works. Now a National Trust writer's home museum, it features period rooms, a garden with wildflowers, and serves as the starting point for the Coleridge Way walking trail.
A volunteer-led tour through the rooms of Coleridge Cottage explores the women who influenced Samuel Taylor Coleridge’s life and writing, including Sara Fricker and Dorothy Wordsworth.
The Goyle is a spacious contemporary family lodge set within private grounds of farmland, offering a quiet rural retreat with decking and far-reaching views across meadows and a lake.
This countryside three-bedroom lodge offers a peaceful rural retreat beside carp fishing lakes with a private hot tub and scenic views, suitable for families and guests seeking tranquility in Devon's natural setting.
This barn conversion accommodation offers views of the Blackdown Hills and is located adjacent to Somerset Wildlife Trust, featuring a private hot tub, enclosed garden, and patio with garden furniture and BBQ facilities.
A large countryside property in Somerset near North Devon coastline, set by the Exe Valley with riverside setting and shared natural grounds, offering a spacious and homely retreat suitable for large groups and family gatherings.
A stylish two-bedroom terraced holiday home located in the Quantock Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, offering tranquil rural surroundings and scenic views with private gardens, a balcony, and a private hot tub.
Fairfield is a medieval and Elizabethan country house lived in by the Acland Hood family for 800 years, offering guided tours of its historic rooms and access to gardens. Visitors can explore indoor historic rooms on scheduled guided tours and enjoy outdoor gardens, with free parking and pet-friendly policies.
Michael Bloom reads excerpts from Samuel Taylor Coleridge’s poems in the Garden Room at Coleridge Cottage, exploring the stories and landscapes that inspired his work.
This offering is a beautifully presented countryside cottage in the Somerset countryside with views of rolling hills, featuring ground floor living, a private hot tub, enclosed garden, and facilities suitable for families including cot and highchair.
This is a countryside lodge located in a tranquil rural setting beside exclusive carp fishing lakes, offering a peaceful and scenic retreat with open-plan living on the ground floor and three bedrooms.
This stylish two-bedroom cottage in the peaceful village of Stoke St. Gregory blends countryside charm with modern comfort and offers private hot tub and shared indoor pool access amid scenic surroundings near Somerset attractions.
Burrow Mump is a historic hill in Somerset featuring the ruins of a 15th-century church atop a Norman motte, offering visitors panoramic views and a significant war memorial managed by the National Trust.
A cosy one-bedroom cottage near Witheridge set in a peaceful rural location with private hot tub, wood burner, and countryside views, ideal for quiet retreats and nature connection.
A spacious family house in a rural area near Langford Budville, Somerset, featuring countryside views, a private hot tub, large garden, and child-friendly amenities including a play area and essential baby equipment.
The Wellington Monument is a 175-foot tall triangular obelisk located on the Blackdown Hills near Wellington, Somerset. It commemorates the Duke of Wellington's victory at the Battle of Waterloo and offers an outdoor historic landmark experience with an internal viewing platform. Owned and maintained by the National Trust, the monument was restored and reopened in 2021.
Brook Cottage is a detached cottage near Exmoor National Park with private garden, hot tub, and accommodation for up to four guests including two bedrooms and a shower room, allowing pets and equipped with modern amenities.
Daw's Castle is a historic clifftop fortress in Watchet, Somerset, established by King Alfred to guard against Viking attacks. It offers free public access during daylight hours, with nearby amenities and paid parking available. Visitors can explore the impressive outdoor site and also visit nearby historic attractions.
Explore Dunster Castle’s refreshed display of seventeenth-century gilt leather hangings depicting Antony and Cleopatra. The display presents new research and examines the hangings’ craftsmanship and place in art and culture.
The Hay Loft is a spacious, luxurious five-bedroom barn conversion nestled in rural Mid Devon, offering tranquil countryside views over the Exe Valley and accommodating up to ten guests in a peaceful farm setting.
Bickleigh Castle is a medieval water castle and fortified manor house on the banks of the River Exe in Devon, with accessible ground floor, gardens, and chapel. Visitors can enjoy guided tours, open gardens, café facilities, and parkland areas.
Bluebell is a three-bedroom holiday home located in the Quantock Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty near Exmoor National Park and the north Somerset coast, offering a rural setting with scenic views and a peaceful atmosphere.
A beginner guided walk around Nether Stowey explores the village associated with Samuel Taylor Coleridge, including his former home, St Mary’s Church and Castle Mount.
This charming bungalow in Combe St Nicholas offers a peaceful and stylish countryside retreat with modern interiors, a private garden with decking, and amenities suitable for couples or small families.
Blue Cedars is a luxury two-bedroom house in Minehead offering elegant and comfortable accommodation with stunning views of the hillside and sea, featuring a stone fireplace, modern kitchen, a deck with a bespoke bar, and a private hot tub, ideal for romantic or family getaways.
The Butter Cross in Dunster is a historic 15th-century market cross, a Grade II* listed building and scheduled ancient monument, managed by English Heritage and the National Trust, offering visitors a glimpse into medieval market traditions in Somerset.
A volunteer-guided tour takes visitors beyond the usual visitor ropes at Dunster Castle, exploring repurposed rooms, hidden areas and their history. The tour lasts about an hour.
Two-guest cottage with a bedroom and bathroom, set in a rural location with a private hot tub and enclosed courtyard garden, offering a peaceful romantic retreat.
Crook Peak to Shute Shelve Hill is a National Trust owned Site of Special Scientific Interest providing extensive outdoor natural landscapes including ancient woodland, calcareous grasslands, rare plant species, and important geological features such as caves with prehistoric fossils. Visitors can explore long-distance footpaths, enjoy scenic hill views, and visit historic sites related to early human occupation and model aircraft flying activities.
Wagtails is a dog-focused cottage set in rural Somerset near Langford Budville, offering panoramic country views and walking access to nature reserves, ideal for families or couples.
Luxury two-bedroom cottage in Bishops Lydeard blending classic character with modern comfort, set in a charming village in Somerset surrounded by countryside and scenic views.
Whitney Cottage is a stylish, bungalow-style holiday home set in the Somerset village of Horton, characterized by its peaceful countryside setting and private garden with a hot tub for up to 4 guests.
This independent shepherd's hut is set in a peaceful Somerset countryside paddock with countryside views, offering a cosy and serene retreat for up to two guests.
A peaceful, homely holiday property set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty near the village edge with rural views, woodland walks, and close proximity to Weston-super-Mare beach, suitable for a small group including pets.
Brean Leisure Park is a long-established amusement park in Brean, Somerset, offering a variety of thrill rides, family attractions, and an indoor/outdoor waterpark. It features rollercoasters, a water splash zone, and hosts concerts, providing entertainment for all ages from March to November each year.
Weston-super-Mare is a seaside town in Somerset, England, known for its sandy beach, historic piers, cultural venues, and rich heritage as a Victorian seaside resort.