This area of Somerset is largely unspoilt and great for exploring with many open gardens and National trust properties. Brewers Cottage is on the Northern edge of the village of Isle Brewers, near to the Somerset Levels and close to the Devon and Dorset borders, roughly  midway between the North and South coasts, both can be reached in under an hour by car.

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We are near the Blackdown Hills, an area of outstanding beauty, with miles of footpaths through ancient woodlands and fabulous views over the surrounding countryside.  A little further afield are the Quantocks, Exmoor and the Mendips and of course the famous South West Coastal Path.There are several RSPB reserves nearby, the West Sedgemoor reserve is  just up the road and Ham Wall, one of the best locations for viewing Starling murmurations in the late autumn and winter is about forty minutes away near Street.

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The bustling town of Taunton is less than half an hour away, the Cathedral City of Wells about an hour (market days Wednesdays and Saturdays) more locally, there are many charming villages and market towns to explore. A few miles up the road is Langport with its riverside cafes, gallery and independent shops, Ilminster is about the same distance away to the south and Crewkerne is a few miles further on.

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Glastonbury, Castle Cary, Shepton Mallet, Frome and Bruton are a little further away, but all offer a great day out. Frome has regular markets and Bruton has the Hauser and Wirth gallery, the Durslade Farm Shop and the fabulous garden created by Piet Oudolf. The Newt, which is definitely worth a visit, is also just up the road.

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In the immediate vicinity, we are close to the Somerset Cider Brandy Company at Burrow Hill, where you can taste their wares, see the stills and how their brandy is made, buy a wide range of smoked products at Brown and Forrest  the Smokery at Hambridge, there are willow basket making course and willow products to buy at The Willow and Wetlands Centre at Stoke St Gregory and craft pottery and exhibitions at John Leach's Muchelney Pottery or Paul and Marion Jessup's Pottery at Barrington Court. If you click on the underlined headings above it will take you to their websites.

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There are many notable gardens and historic houses  to visit in the area, ​we are always happy to help you find places to visit, or help with any booking arrangements. Click on the pictures below for further information.

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Please note; our terms and conditions and details of how to make a reservation can all be found in the "more info" and "the read our policies" section on the Our Rooms and Rates pages. ​