Relaxingand enjoying yourself is practically mandatory in Somerset. Knownfor its legendary, world-famous festivals (Glastonbury, anyone?) you can alsosink the finest cider, and munch on delicious Cheddar cheese in the UK’smagical myth-infused county.
Youcan even dust off that bucket and spade for a traditional seaside holiday, withWeston-super-Mare on hand for candy floss and sandy strolls.
Oh,and did you know that Somerset is also teeming with wildlife? There are over 100 nature reserves, whileExmoor National Park is a Dark Skies Reserve that’ll have you seeing stars inthe twinkliest way possible.
Allyou’ve got to do now is find a suitably quirky place to stay. Below you’ll find some of our favourites, but there are plenty more to choose from in our dedicated Somerset category!
Author: Nina Jervis
Image: Somerset Roundhouses | Crewkerne
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On the Map: Somerset’s Most Unique Places to Stay
28 September 2020
Toll House
Nether Stowey, Somerset, England
Experience a lovingly refurbished former 18th Century toll house in Nether Stowey, Somerset.
Bedrooms: 1
Sleeps: 2
From
£682 (7 nts)
The Treehouse at Lavender Hill
Taunton, Somerset, England
Set among the branches of a magnificent lime tree is the spectacular Treehouse - a fairy-tale hideaway for four in gorgeous Somerset.
Bedrooms: 2
Sleeps: 4
From
£545 midweek
Middlewick Glamping
Glastonbury, Somerset, England
Magical eco-friendly E-den cabins in Glastonbury, with breathtaking views of Glastonbury Tor and the Somerset levels.
Bedrooms: 1
Sleeps: 2 per unit
From
£110 / night
Hinton Hideaways Roundhouses
Crewkerne, Somerset, England
Adults-only roundhouse glamping on a lush organic farm, for unrivalled luxury amongst nature.
Bedrooms: 1 per roundhouse
Sleeps: 2 per roundhouse
From
£197 / night
The Hideaway
Crewkerne, Somerset, England
A sleek and sumptuous 19th century barn conversion with private hot tub, set on a private organic farm surrounded by Somerset countryside.
Bedrooms: 1
Sleeps: 2
From
£175 / night
Somerset Yurts
Taunton, Somerset, England
Savour the unrivalled beauty of the Quantock Hills from the cosy comfort of a luxury yurt, dome or safari lodge.
Bedrooms: Varies
Sleeps: Varies
From
£120 (2 nights)
Strawberryfield Park
Cheddar, Somerset, England
An individually-styled selection of luxury eco lodges with bubbling hot tubs, set within a 14-acre estate in rolling Somerset countryside.
Bedrooms: 1-2 per lodge
Sleeps: 2 or 4 per lodge
From
£323 (4nts)
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