Off the Beaten Track in Somerset

Overview

Somerset is the ideal destination for getting a bit of quintessential, old-time England. All peaceful woods and streams, and gentle, rolling hills nestling sleepy villages, it’s a county where you can wind down and escape the rush of urban life.

Get off-grid in stunning examples of quirky accommodation, head out for hikes in the beautiful countryside, sample the cosy local pubs in secluded thatched-roof villages, and revel in the quietness and calmness of it all.

Whether it’s the hillsides of the Quantocks, the caves, gorges, and ubiquitous cheese in Cheddar, or the legendary allure of Glastonbury, there are unique experiences and hidden gems to be found all over Somerset.

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    Beautiful Bell Tent in Somerset

    calendar/duration icon 2-7 Nights location icon England

    Escape to the beautiful Somerset countryside this summer and immerse yourself in nature by staying in a comfortable pair..

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    £80 per night
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    The Farm House Hot Tub Retreat

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    A quiet, relaxing haven in the Somerset countryside, this lovingly restored farmhouse is the perfect retreat for those l..

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    £228 per night
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    The Raspberry Glamping Pod (sleeps 2 people)

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    This dog friendly log glamping pod is in the heart of Somerset overlooking the beautiful River Brue and the surrounding ..

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    £99 per night
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    • Beautiful Bell Tent in Somerset image

      Beautiful Bell Tent in Somerset

      duration icon 2-7 Nights location icon Somerset

      Escape to the beautiful Somerset countryside this summer and immerse yourself in nature by staying in a comfortable pair..

      Price from

      £80 per night
      Take me there
    • The Farm House Hot Tub Retreat image

      The Farm House Hot Tub Retreat

      duration icon Minimum 2 Nights location icon Somerset

      A quiet, relaxing haven in the Somerset countryside, this lovingly restored farmhouse is the perfect retreat for those l..

      Price from

      £228 per night
      Take me there
    • The Raspberry Glamping Pod (sleeps 2 people) image

      The Raspberry Glamping Pod (sleeps 2 people)

      duration icon min 1 night location icon Somerset

      This dog friendly log glamping pod is in the heart of Somerset overlooking the beautiful River Brue and the surrounding ..

      Price from

      £99 per night
      Take me there

    Best Time to Visit Somerset

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    Of course, like anywhere in the UK, Somerset experiences mixed weather. The spring and autumn can be beautiful yet unpredictable, but then let’s be honest, even in the summer you might end up with a weekend of rain. When the weather is good though, Somerset is a beautiful part of the country to explore.

    Open and quiet, you’re unlikely to find accommodation too difficult to come by as well, as you head away from the tourist traps and get a little off the beaten track.

    Of course, in the height of summer there’s the world-famous Glastonbury, which attracts festival-goers from all over the globe, and autumn is the best time to head out trying Somerset’s famous cider.

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