Orchard Barn is a detached barn conversion in the fringes of the Quantock Hills.
The open plan space is ideal for spending time in together.
Cook up a feast in the kitchen.
The pretty main bedroom has a view of the garden.
The Barn has a really large, level and fully enclosed garden.
Enjoy meals together.
Pick up some fresh Somerset produce.
Switch off and relax.
A lovely country feel.
Bedroom 2 is so bright and welcoming.
Space to store holiday clothes.
The modern shower-room.
Another view of the fabulous space in the garden. An ideal safe place for a great run around for children or of course four legged friends.
This lovely view is from the top of the Quantock Hills looking far across the Vale of Taunton to Exmoor.
Why not take a trip on the West Somerset Steam Railway?
This is the view from the top of the Quantock Hills, a 9.5 thousand acre area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
Where the Quantock Hills dip down to the sea, you will find this amazing Jurassic Beach at Kilve.A wonderful place to explore rock pools and rock formations
Orchard Barn
32894.5 miles NE of Taunton | Sleeps 3 + cot*
7 Nights from £435
The location of attractions is intended only as a guide. Distances are 'as the crow flies'.
Nearby pub
A village pub not far from Taunton, the Owners bring their experience of living in South Africa to the menu, as well as local produce. Proud winners of the Somerset Life Magazine award for 'Best Country Pub 2012'.
June 2024
Mr and MrsDu
Brilliant and dog friendly!!
June 2024
Great Italian
This is a lovely find. The staff are very friendly and dogs are allowed in certain sections. It’s busy in the evenings, less so for lunch. We really enjoyed the food. Service was tip top
Nearby beach
Kilve Beach sits halfway between Minehead and Bridgwater. A rolling grassy expanse meeting a rocky beach peppered with rock pools, Kilve is picnic paradise. A Site of Special Scientific Interest, the beach is also home to lots of fossils, including ammonites and reptile remains. Just remember, you are not allowed to dig them directly out of the cliffs though.
December 2019
Amazing
Most unusual beach in U.K we have visited. Fabulous views , need sturdy footwear for walking on the beach itself.
Nearby walk
A gentle 5 kilometre walk over undulating countryside with lovely views of the Blackdown Hills and beyond. Park beside the road at the old quarry just beyond West Monkton and you can stop for a well-deserved pint on your return at the Monkton Inn.
Nearby town
Taunton is Somerset's county town and has all the shopping, dining and leisure facilities you would expect from a busy urban centre. That's not to say that Taunton has forgotten its sense of heritage and history; take a wander away from the high street and you'll find narrow lanes lined with wonderful old buildings, Victorian fountains and pretty parks entered through elaborate wrought iron gates. The castle is the highlight, though – a beautifully restored Saxon example, it now houses the Somerset County Museum.
Also nearby
Forty acres of loveliness including streams, temples, woodland and terraces. The garden features Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian influences.
June 2024
Brilliant
We did the garden on our final day complete with 2 small dogs. It’s well worth the visit but the attraction is the garden not the house. The formal gardens are beautiful as you would expect from a Gertrude Jelyll design. The upper garden is quite steep but there are plenty of resting places.
June 2024
Worth a visit
The gardens take about 2 hours to do them justice. It’s really all about the gardens. The house is a gallery and second hand book shop. The formal gardens are Gertrude Jekyll designed so are of importance. They are quite special. Lots of places to sit and admire. The orangery by Lutyens is also quite magnificent. The gardens up the valley are very scenic but they are a bit of a climb for the final 2 sections. It’s dog friendly everywhere.
April 2019
Amazing gardens
Thoroughly enjoyed our afternoon at Hestercombe, beautiful gardens, waterfalls and views! Great shop too and dog friendly too.
May 2016
Exceptional.
Quite simply stunning , superb gardens and house . A beautiful location with superb views. The coffee shop is well worth a visit and the restaurant if you have more time .
All the staff were very friendly and gave an excellent impression.
This is exactly the way to manage these houses . Take note National Trust at Montacute . I know which house we shall return to .
A pretty18th century inn strategically placed on the old turnpike road on the edge of the village. Call in for lunch or dinner with a seasonally changing menu and specials. Children are welcome and ample parking is available.
April 2022
Lovely meal
We had dinner here on a Saturday evening. We had pre booked. Quick service and lovely meal. Recommend the fish and chips, sticky toffee pudding and the salted caramel sundae!
June 2017
Sunday Lunch
Had Sunday lunch on 4th June. Food delivered quickly and was very good. Seems to be a good choice on the menu and staff very pleasant. Good parking and easily accessible from Taunton. Would definitely pay a second visit.
This 18th century former coaching house is well situated between the Quantocks and Exmoor National Park. If you are out and about for day pop in for breakfast, lunch or dinner.
June 2022
What an amazing pub!
We were staying locally so visited the pub on several occasions. Lovely decor, great atmosphere and amazing food. Have to say a special thank you to Lucy for the wonderful (and entertaining) service she gave when we visited for dinner on the evening of my partners 60th birthday. She made our evening!
April 2022
Great community pub
Beautiful, well-run pub with friendly and helpful staff.
Menu was varied and there was a good selection of food and drink.
A very easy walk from Bible Bee Barn!
June 2018
Great local pub in Halse
Good atmosphere in this pub, with the locals. Good pub food, reasonably priced.
Why not take a walk up this iconic, legendary Tor? Well worth the effort, you will have spectacular views across 3 counties. Dogs must be on a lead and there are no public conveniences.
December 2014
Breathtaking (!)
It's well worth the initially steep climb up the tor for the amazing panoramic views from the summit - we parked in Glastonbury itself, walked up through the town and past the Chalice Well to tackle the steepest slope first, which meant an easier walk down the 'back' of the tor and a stroll through countryside to get back to the top of the town. Plenty of tea shops and cafes to refuel at when you get back!
This three acre lake is well-stocked with carp. There is an on-site tackle shop.
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