Model Farm by Group Retreats

The house features an elegant Victorian front built around 1897, retaining many of its original features, including high moulded ceilings, marble fireplaces, and wooden floors. Behind the grand façade lies the characterful old farmhouse and cider barn, blending rustic beams and slate floors with contemporary design.

A sweeping driveway leads to ample parking and the main entrance. Inside, guests are greeted by spacious lounges and dining areas perfect for entertaining or unwinding. The main lounge is beautifully furnished with period pieces, while the second lounge and dining room offer additional spaces to gather. The orangery, a light-filled multifunctional space, can be used for dining, yoga, or even dancing the night away.

Model Farm has a fully equipped modern kitchen with everything you need to cater for large groups, plus a second kitchen in the cider barn for added convenience. Whether you’re preparing a family meal or hosting a special celebration, there’s plenty of room for everyone to dine together in comfort and style.

The property can accommodate up to eleven beautifully appointed bedrooms and ten bathrooms, six of which are en-suite. Many of the beds can be configured as doubles or twins, offering flexible arrangements for groups.
Outdoors, Model Farm offers something truly special. The grounds feature a natural 20-metre swimming pond with a patio area, a large wooden hot tub, and an outdoor kitchen complete with a log-fired pizza oven and gas barbecue. The covered loggia provides the perfect spot for summer evenings, while the gardens have ample seating and games for guests to enjoy.

Today, Model Farm continues that tradition of hospitality, offering a blend of heritage, comfort, and countryside luxury. Whether you’re hosting a special occasion, exploring the Somerset countryside, or simply relaxing with loved ones, this is a place where lasting memories are made.
Electric vehicles are not to be charged from our electricity supply at any of our properties. Kindly use the Zapmap app to find the nearest public charging place to the property.

• Please observe and adhere to all speed limits on the driveways.
• Please do not enter the working farms. This is for your own safety as the farmers could be shooting.
• When on our walking routes, please close all gates and keep any dogs on leads.
• Please adhere to all signage with regards to parking. Do not park anywhere which may cause a nuisance to our neighbours.
• Noise. Please respect our neighbours, in particular, with regards to noise – consider children’s bedtimes. Your gathering must be brought inside by 9pm on weekdays and 10pm on weekends to control noise.
• The pools and hot tubs may be check during your stay by the caretaker. Please be aware that he may be on the premises for this and for other maintenance purposes.
• The pool cover is not a safety cover and must be removed fully before swimming. It will not support your weight.
• Children must not be allowed to enter the pool area unsupervised.
• Please do not swim in the lakes.
• Please ensure to use the designated smoking areas only.
• Only wood is to be burned in our fires and these must be extinguished if left or when you go to bed.
• Children must be supervised at all times.
• Children under the age of 16 are not permitted to use the hot tub.
• The hot tub must be filled with water at all times. If the water level falls below the top water jets it must be refilled immediately.
• If the pool or hot tub water is not completely clear it must not be used. Please inform us immediately if this happens.
• No glass to be taken to the pool or hot tub.
• If bringing dogs with you, please ensure to keep them under control and away from any livestock.
• Do not use any glitter or confetti. No decorations are to be sellotaped, pinned or blue tacked to the walls or doors.
• We do not allow fireworks, external speakers, DJ’s, marquees, or day guests exceeding the maximum number of guests at the property.
• Noise must be kept to a reasonable level at all times. If playing music indoors during the evenings, please ensure to keep any windows closed.
When You Leave
• The house must be vacated by 11am at the latest.
• All rubbish must be removed from the house and gardens, and placed in the correct bins outside.
• All washing up must be done or loaded into the dishwasher.
• All unused food is to be thrown away or taken with you.
• All furniture and items must be returned to where they came from.
Failure to observe the above rules may result in loss of damage deposit.