A country estate reimagined, The Newt in Somerset is a hotel and country club near Bruton within magnificent woodland and gardens.
The main house was built in the 17th century, then remodelled in Georgian times. Capturing the essence of a Georgian family home, its restrained, classical beauty is offset by playful design; while the original working Stable Yard has been transformed into sophisticated accommodation, retaining characteristics harking back to its equestrian past. Sip tea in the Library, play croquet on the lawn or enjoy a game of badminton in Old Knobbly.
Hadspen and the Farmyard nestle quietly amongst orchards, lakes and woodland that reflect the love lavished upon them over the past 300 years.
Just beyond the cyder orchards, half a mile from Hadspen as the crow flies, this former dairy farm is a place to spread out and lean back, cheek-to-rosy-cheek with grazing livestock and sheltering oaks. Original farm buildings, with a delightfully golden patina, are home to rooms, a pool, bar, snug and all-day kitchen. Complimentary drinks are available at the Garner Bar, while bikes and buggies provide ample opportunity for pootling over to the gardens and spa at Hadspen.
The Farmhouse Rooms: Once agricultural buildings, now 17 rooms to rest your head, with en suite bathrooms, charming original features and hidden nooks.
The Hadspen Rooms: The house and its Stable Yard offer 23 guest rooms a short stroll from the garden, with home comforts and luxury en suite bathrooms.
Relax and unwind in the spa with its indoor-outdoor pool, steam room, sauna and treatment rooms. Reconnect in the Medieval Herb garden, sit for a manicure, get some added stress relief through couples’ mud therapy, or enjoy a proper washdown in the hammam. If you are looking for a bit more action, take a stretch in the Gym while watching the gardeners tending to vegetables for the dinner plate.
The Farmyard Kitchen provides creative dishes worth sharing. Located in an old Threshing Barn, the beating heart of a repurposed dairy farm, Head Chef James Wilson and co. serve hearty, cheering fare using ingredients grown, foraged and reared on the estate. Seasonal elements, wood-fired then dished-up in the open kitchen in front of your table.
Lunch and dinner are available to non-residents by advance booking only, please arrive at least 15 minutes prior to your booking time via the main entrance, off the A359 and park in the hotel car park, you will be able to buggy over to the Farmyard.
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June, 2024
