the orchard

Sleeps 8
4 Bedrooms
From £324 per night

The Orchard is a Grade II listed thatched house, surrounded by private parkland and the rolling Somerset countryside. With a secluded garden and wood-fired Swedish-style hot tub, it’s a peaceful retreat for slowing down and spending time together.

Sleeping up to six adults and two children across four bedrooms, the house is thoughtfully arranged over two floors, offering generous space for families and friends. Well-equipped for both weekend escapes and longer stays, The Orchard balances period charm with everyday comfort.

Kitchen, Living & Dining Areas

The house is centred around a fully equipped open-plan kitchen and dining space, designed for gathering over leisurely breakfasts and shared suppers. A separate utility room and dedicated study provide added practicality, while the generous sitting room, complete with a wood-burning stove, offers a cosy place to unwind.

One of the four bedrooms is conveniently located on the ground floor and can be arranged as either a super king or twin. With an en-suite wet room, it’s particularly well suited to guests who prefer to avoid stairs.

The Bedrooms

The bedrooms have been thoughtfully arranged to offer both privacy and flexibility. The main bedroom is a restful retreat, with a super king four-poster bed and an en-suite bathroom featuring a freestanding nickel bath and walk-in shower.

A second bedroom can be configured as either a super king or twin room, with its own walk-in shower, while the third bedroom is a twin room accessed through the principal bedroom and sharing its bathroom. This layout makes the two rooms particularly well suited as a comfortable family suite.

Outside

The private garden provides a peaceful setting for outdoor living, with a lawned area and Swedish-style wood-fired hot tub for relaxing evenings. A sunken patio just beyond the kitchen, complete with a large dining table, creates the perfect spot for alfresco meals during the warmer months.

Dogs

The Orchard is happy to accept two dogs for a fee of £50 per dog. Please note, dogs are not allowed upstairs, in any of the bedrooms or on any of the furniture.

Welcome Hamper

A welcome hamper filled with local goodies will be waiting for you on arrival including milk, biscuits and a homemade cake.

FEATURES
  • Private Garden
  • Smart TV
  • Wi-Fi
  • Charcoal BBQ
  • Private Parking
  • Log Burner
  • Washing Machine & Dryer
  • Bathtub
  • Outdoor Dining
  • Dog-Friendly (2 Dogs, £50 Per Dog)
  • Wood-Fired Hot Tub
  • Cot & Highchair On Request
  • Minimum 1 Night Stay Midweek, 2 Nights Over Weekends
  • Private Garden
  • Smart TV
  • Wi-Fi
  • Charcoal BBQ
  • Private Parking
  • Log Burner
  • Washing Machine & Dryer
  • Bathtub
  • Outdoor Dining
  • Dog-Friendly (2 Dogs, £50 Per Dog)
  • Wood-Fired Hot Tub
  • Cot & Highchair On Request
  • Minimum 1 Night Stay Midweek, 2 Nights Over Weekends

The Surroundings 

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).

PARKING

There is private parking at the property.

Exterior of Lord Poulett Arms Pub

Eat & Drink

The Lord Poulett Arms

A charming local pub in the village of nearby Hinton Saint George with good food, cosy interiors and a relaxed countryside feel. EXPLORE

Eat & Drink

Pip's Railway Carriage

A quirky café and bakery with seating inside an old train carriage, double-decker bus and marquee – with plenty of space for little ones to explore including a brilliant mud kitchen. EXPLORE

Eat & Drink

Holm

A special spot for seasonal cooking, natural wines – perfect for a celebratory meal. EXPLORE

Eat & Drink

The Cotley Inn

A country pub in the heart of the Blackdown Hills. Ideal for a post-walk Sunday lunch. EXPLORE

Eat & Drink

The Barrington Boar

Just 3.5 miles from the house, this popular local is walkable in about an hour. EXPLORE

Eat & Drink

The Dinnington Docks

Walkable from Hay Loft and the perfect pit-stop for a post-walk pint in the pretty pub garden. EXPLORE

Eat & Drink

The Walled Garden at Parnham Park

It's all about seasonal cooking in beautiful walled garden restaurant. Weekly changing menu and a lovely setting for lunch. EXPLORE

Eat & Drink

Sandro's Lyme Regis

A family-run hidden gem in Lyme Regis serving fresh locally caught fish. EXPLORE

Eat & Drink

The Pig at Combe

A Sand & Stone favourite for long lunches and garden-led cooking. EXPLORE

Eat & Drink

Seaside Boarding House

A special Dorset dining spot for fresh seafood and stunning sea views. Worth the trip. EXPLORE
Sea and beach of jurassic coast

Things To Do

Jurassic Coast

The Dorset coastline is within easy reach, with Lyme Regis just 45 minutes away and the sweeping beaches of Burton Bradstock and Chesil Beach a little further afield. 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

Things To Do

Perry's Cider Mills

Just 10 minutes away, discover Perry’s – a traditional Somerset cider farm with its own mill, cellar and tasting shop. EXPLORE

Things To Do

Barrington Court

A peaceful National Trust estate with walled gardens, orchards and scenic walks through the grounds. EXPLORE

Things To Do

Barrington Pottery Classes

Try your hand at pottery with relaxed classes and workshops in the grounds of Barrington Court. EXPLORE

Things To Do

The Newt in Somerset

While away a day exploring the beautiful gardens, woodland walks, seasonal dining and more – just half an hour away. EXPLORE

Things To Do

The Kitchen Garden Cookery Course

Get creative in the kitchen with relaxed cookery classes focused on seasonal, local produce. EXPLORE

Things To Do

Hauser & Wirth, Somerset

A little further afield but a must-visit in Bruton with inspiring exhibitions, beautiful gardens and great food. EXPLORE

Things To Do

Montacute House

An impressive Elizabethan house and gardens with parkland walks and plenty of history to explore. EXPLORE

Things To Do

Ling Clay Pigeon Shooting

A fun day out for groups, with clay shooting experiences for beginners and seasoned shooters alike. EXPLORE
Exterior of Lord Poulett Arms Pub

Eat & Drink

The Lord Poulett Arms

A charming local pub in the village of nearby Hinton Saint George with good food, cosy interiors and a relaxed countryside feel. EXPLORE

Eat & Drink

Pip's Railway Carriage

A quirky café and bakery with seating inside an old train carriage, double-decker bus and marquee – with plenty of space for little ones to explore including a brilliant mud kitchen. EXPLORE

Eat & Drink

Holm

A special spot for seasonal cooking, natural wines – perfect for a celebratory meal. EXPLORE

Eat & Drink

The Cotley Inn

A country pub in the heart of the Blackdown Hills. Ideal for a post-walk Sunday lunch. EXPLORE

Eat & Drink

The Barrington Boar

Just 3.5 miles from the house, this popular local is walkable in about an hour. EXPLORE

Eat & Drink

The Dinnington Docks

Walkable from Hay Loft and the perfect pit-stop for a post-walk pint in the pretty pub garden. EXPLORE

Eat & Drink

The Walled Garden at Parnham Park

It's all about seasonal cooking in beautiful walled garden restaurant. Weekly changing menu and a lovely setting for lunch. EXPLORE

Eat & Drink

Sandro's Lyme Regis

A family-run hidden gem in Lyme Regis serving fresh locally caught fish. EXPLORE

Eat & Drink

The Pig at Combe

A Sand & Stone favourite for long lunches and garden-led cooking. EXPLORE

Eat & Drink

Seaside Boarding House

A special Dorset dining spot for fresh seafood and stunning sea views. Worth the trip. EXPLORE
Sea and beach of jurassic coast

Things To Do

Jurassic Coast

The Dorset coastline is within easy reach, with Lyme Regis just 45 minutes away and the sweeping beaches of Burton Bradstock and Chesil Beach a little further afield. 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

Things To Do

Perry's Cider Mills

Just 10 minutes away, discover Perry’s – a traditional Somerset cider farm with its own mill, cellar and tasting shop. EXPLORE

Things To Do

Barrington Court

A peaceful National Trust estate with walled gardens, orchards and scenic walks through the grounds. EXPLORE

Things To Do

Barrington Pottery Classes

Try your hand at pottery with relaxed classes and workshops in the grounds of Barrington Court. EXPLORE

Things To Do

The Newt in Somerset

While away a day exploring the beautiful gardens, woodland walks, seasonal dining and more – just half an hour away. EXPLORE

Things To Do

The Kitchen Garden Cookery Course

Get creative in the kitchen with relaxed cookery classes focused on seasonal, local produce. EXPLORE

Things To Do

Hauser & Wirth, Somerset

A little further afield but a must-visit in Bruton with inspiring exhibitions, beautiful gardens and great food. EXPLORE

Things To Do

Montacute House

An impressive Elizabethan house and gardens with parkland walks and plenty of history to explore. EXPLORE

Things To Do

Ling Clay Pigeon Shooting

A fun day out for groups, with clay shooting experiences for beginners and seasoned shooters alike. EXPLORE