“Set within the historic grounds of the Duke of Somerset’s estate, this traditional village pub with rooms boasts art and antiques and a cool cosy vibe curated by a Soho House designer. Fine dining, roaring fires and a lovely summer garden make it a perfect weekend getaway in beautiful countryside.”

Hotel review

This traditional pub with rooms, off-the-beaten track in a picture postcard village, has been done up with matchless taste by an ex-Soho House designer, with well-chosen modern art on the walls and a good selection of antiques. The Coach House rooms are spacious and comfortable (one is wheelchair accessible and two have A/C), as well as dog friendly if you have a pooch in tow; while the rooms in the main building have more of a shabby-chic appeal. Their full English breakfast is excellent. Most of the old pub interior is given over to dining, with the added bonus of an excellent cocktail list, and the place is popular for miles around and often packed. For groups, there's a private dining room, and in summer there's a lovely garden for sitting out. If you are looking to explore the area, there are fine walks on the doorstep, and Longleat, Stourhead and Bruton are a short drive away. This is a perfect weekend escape in beautiful countryside.

James Dunford Wood
James Dunford Wood Review published: 20/09/2024

Recommended for

  • Pet friendly

    • Dogs are permitted in coach house rooms and The Den
  • Chic

    • Renovated under the eye of a Soho House designer.
  • Restaurant

    • A destination in its own right, fabulous food.
  • Great walks

    • Surrounded by wonderful countryside.
  • Artworks

    • Antiques and modern art abounds.
  • Short break

  • Good wine list

  • Country Escape

  • Organic food

  • Charming

  • Village

  • Inn

  • Boutique

Facilities

  • Rooms

    12 rooms in this hotel
  • Bar

    Locals beers and seasonal cocktails, and a Snug for chilling out after a long walk.
  • Pet friendly

    Dogs are permitted in coach house rooms and The Den
  • Restaurant

    A destination in its own right, fabulous food.
  • Garden

    There's a lovely garden for the summer.
  • Parking

    Free on site parking
  • Good wine list

  • Wifi

Activities

  • Great walks

    • Surrounded by wonderful countryside.

Map & Location

Other reviews

This Wiltshire pub with rooms has style in spades

This artfully designed inn makes a perfect staycation bolthole, so hop to it.

Originally published by Daily Telegraph

Great British boltholes

Pubs rarely feel this perfect. Within a handsome Victorian building, floorboards and flagstones are bedecked with rugs, walls daubed with Farrow & Ball colours, and armchairs are set by a wood burner beneath striking modern art.

Originally published by Daily Mail

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