We’ve put together a few ideas and options for some interesting, beautiful and different places to stay in Somerset whilst you visit the Festival and Somerset’s Finest Snowdrop Gardens. These are not recommendations but places for you to check out and explore at your leisure.
Rural stays – Yeo Valley Organic, Blagdon
Three dedicated self-catering rural properties located in the Mendip Hills near Blagdon Lake, renovated using as much low-impact, sustainable and recycled material as possible. Stay here for the Shepton Snowdrop Festival and enjoy the snowdrops and the beautiful Yeo Valley Organic Garden. Contact: stay@yeovalleyfarms.co.uk
https://www.yeovalley.co.uk/rural-stays
The Talbot Inn, Mells
A a historic 15th-century coaching inn and country pub with rooms, located in the village of Mells. Contact: info@talbotinn.com
The Attic, Windsor Hill House, Shepton Mallet
Stay where James Allen, ‘Snowdrop King’ and C19th breeder of snowdrops, was born; a newly renovated, self-contained apartment located on the top floor of this historic, Grade II listed former mill house.
Contact natalie@windsorhillhouse.com
Grange Cottage, Bowlish, Shepton Mallet
An annexe attached to a beautiful Jacobean house in a picturesque setting on the edge of Shepton Mallet; sleeps up to eight people in four double rooms. A stylish city centre flat and a quiet mews house both based in Wells are also available through their website.
Contact: gtawebb@gmail.com
https://staywellsandsomerset.com/
The Old Stables, Hurlingpot Farm, Shepton Mallet
A lovingly restored 17th century, Grade II Listed barn of outstanding character.
Contact: info@theoldstablesbandb.com
https://theoldstablesbandb.com/
The Cottage at Well House, Doulting
A spacious studio holiday home in the pretty Somerset village of Doulting.
Contact: cottage@wellhousedoulting.co.uk
https://cottagewellhouse.co.uk/
Old Winery Cottage at Wraxall Vineyard, Wraxall
A converted rustic holiday cottage located on a working vineyard estate, with a secluded terrace and outstanding sunset views. Enjoy the crackle of the fire and settle down in front of the wood-burner with a glass of Wraxall’s finest.
Contact: info@wraxallvineyard.co.uk
https://wraxallvineyard.co.uk/stay-on-vineyard/old-winery-cottages-no-1/
The Oakhill Inn, Oakhill
Quirky country pub with comfortable rooms and great food. Contact: info@theoakhillinn.com
Oakhill Ponds – the snow(drop) moon – seasonal retreat
A three-night seasonal retreat shaped by the season, spring-fed water, firelight and good company.
Coinciding with the Shepton Snowdrop Festival, this retreat offers three unhurried days exploring the February landscape, with snowdrops and the first stirrings of spring as our starting points. Walks, poetry, stories and making invite us to look closely, follow our curiosity and reflect on the changing season.
Includes an optional full-moon swim, sauna and time for reflection on Saturday evening.
Contact: info@oakhillponds.co.uk
https://www.oakhillponds.co.uk/seasonal-retreat-somerset
The Manor House Inn, Ditcheat
17th century pub with cosy nooks, good food and ensuite rooms; grandstand views of racehorse trainer, Paul Nicholls’, thoroughbreds heading to the gallops each morning.
Contact: hello@manorhouseinnditcheat.co.uk
https://www.manorhouseinnditcheat.co.uk/
The Orchard at Fenny Castle, Wookey
Nestled in a private arboretum with rare tree species and a duck pond, the two bespoke treehouses and cabins with wood burners and saunas offer sweeping views over sprawling farmland. The Fenny Castle vineyard is a seven-minute stroll away and a few more steps lead to the nearest welcoming public house
Contact: hello@theorchardatfenny.co.uk
https://theorchardatfenny.co.uk/
Craftsman’s Cabin, Kingsbury Episcopi
A hand crafted cabin, full of practical and beautiful things crafted by local artists and makers.
Contact: hello@craftsmanscabin.co.uk
https://craftsmanscabin.co.uk/
Holm, South Petherton
Bed and breakfast; seven spacious, contemporary ensuite bedrooms located above the restaurant with stunning contemporary artwork and a variety of locally produced ceramics and objects. The food at Holm is driven by the seasons, the environment and locality in the beautiful Somerset countryside, working with local farmers, growers, butchers offering exceptional ingredients.
Contact: https://holmsomerset.co.uk/our-rooms/
The Barrington Boar, Barrington
An award-winning country inn, bakery, and restaurant with rooms in the heart of South Somerset. Curated with style and local treasures, it’s a country pub with origins dating back to the 18th century offering Modern British cooking and refined comfort food. Situated in the picturesque village of Barrington, nestled between Langport and Ilminster.
Contact: https://www.thebarringtonboar.co.uk/stay
https://www.thebarringtonboar.co.uk/