the farmhouse

Sleeps 14
6 Bedrooms
From £485 per night

Overview

The Farmhouse brings together two beautifully restored Grade II-listed 17th-century homes – The Thatched House and Thatch Cottage – to create one generous countryside retreat. Linked by an internal lockable door, the property sleeps up to 14 guests, making it ideal for family reunions, milestone celebrations and larger group getaways.

The Thatched House | Sleeps 10

Blending traditional features with contemporary touches, The Thatched House offers generous entertaining spaces, four en-suite bedrooms and a sociable garden complete with outdoor dining, a BBQ and a Swedish-style hot tub.

Thatch Cottage | Sleeps 4

Full of charm and period features, Thatch Cottage blends character with modern comforts to create a welcoming Somerset hideaway. Inside, you’ll find a well-equipped kitchen, a generous living space with a log burner, and two cosy bedrooms with thoughtful touches including a roll-top bath and underfloor heating.

Dogs

The Farmhouse is happy to accept up to two dogs for an additional fee of £50 per dog. They are not allowed on any of the furniture or upstairs/in any of the bedrooms.

FEATURES
  • Private Garden
  • Smart TV
  • WiFi
  • Outdoor Dining Area
  • Private Parking
  • Log Burner
  • Washing Machine & Tumble Dryer
  • Dog-Friendly. Max. 2 Dogs. £50 per Dog.
  • Charcoal BBQ
  • Bluetooth Speakers
  • Swedish-Style Hot Tub
  • Cot & Highchair (available upon request)
  • Minimum 1 Night Stay Midweek, 2 Nights Over Weekends
  • Private Garden
  • Smart TV
  • WiFi
  • Outdoor Dining Area
  • Private Parking
  • Log Burner
  • Washing Machine & Tumble Dryer
  • Dog-Friendly. Max. 2 Dogs. £50 per Dog.
  • Charcoal BBQ
  • Bluetooth Speakers
  • Swedish-Style Hot Tub
  • Cot & Highchair (available upon request)
  • Minimum 1 Night Stay Midweek, 2 Nights Over Weekends

Set within the 3,000-acre Dillington Estate, Hay Loft is surrounded by rolling Somerset countryside, with beautiful walks, runs and cycling routes from the doorstep, along with village pubs within walking distance and National Trust houses, traditional cider farms and pottery studios nearby. Food lovers are particularly well served, with standout destinations including Holm and the Lord Poulett Arms. Further afield, spend a day exploring the beautiful Dorset coastline, with Lyme Regis only 45 minutes away, or head towards Bruton for The Newt, Hauser & Wirth, and its thriving food and arts scene.

Things To Know

CHECK-IN & CHECK-OUT

Check-In: From 4pm

Check-Out: By 10am

HOW TO GET THERE

From Bath - 1hr 15 minute drive

From Bristol - 1hr drive

Crewkerne train station is a 15-minute drive away, or Taunton and Castle Carey are a 25-minute drive away (all with direct trains from London).

Exterior of Lord Poulett Arms Pub

Eat & Drink

The Lord Poulett Arms

A charming local pub with good food, cosy interiors and a relaxed countryside feel. EXPLORE

Things To Do

Somerset Cider Brandy

Just 15 minutes away, discover the Temperleys’ Somerset Cider Brandy – a glimpse into Somerset’s cider-making heritage, with its orchard, press, award-winning distillery and much-loved Cider Bus. EXPLORE
Exterior of Lord Poulett Arms Pub

Eat & Drink

The Lord Poulett Arms

A charming local pub with good food, cosy interiors and a relaxed countryside feel. EXPLORE

Things To Do

Somerset Cider Brandy

Just 15 minutes away, discover the Temperleys’ Somerset Cider Brandy – a glimpse into Somerset’s cider-making heritage, with its orchard, press, award-winning distillery and much-loved Cider Bus. EXPLORE