Farthings Hotel and Restaurant

Hotels
Village Road, Hatch Beauchamp , Taunton , GB

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Luggage storage
Bar
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Clean rooms
Beautiful location
Good breakfast
Cons:
Poor WiFi
Dining inconsistencies
Dust behind furniture

Categories

Cleanliness
8.38
Some reviews noted areas of dust behind furniture, affecting overall perception of cleanliness.
Service
9.35
Staff were repeatedly described as friendly and helpful, contributing positively to the overall experience.
Location
9.39
The location is praised for its beautiful surroundings and charming village setting.
Room Quality
8.84
Rooms mentioned as clean and comfortable, with some recent updates noted.
Amenities
8.87
Amenities are standard for the hotel type; some guests found improvements possible.
Value for Money
8.83
Value for money considered good, although some found issues with dining experience.
Food and Beverage
7.88
Mixed feedback from reviews; some enjoyed the food while others criticized specific meals.
Overall Experience
8.85
Overall experience ratings are positive, though some significant issues with food noted.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 02:51

Property Description

Tranquil Countryside Retreat
Nestled in the serene Somerset countryside, Farthings is an elegant 18th-century country house offering a peaceful escape just a stone's throw away from Taunton and Ilminster.

Award-Winning Dining Experience
Indulge in locally sourced delicacies at the AA Rosette-awarded restaurant, where you can enjoy exquisite meals with direct garden access. Savor drinks and canapes in the lush gardens during summer or cozy up by the log fires in the lounge during winter.

Charming Accommodations
With 12 tastefully decorated en suite rooms, each exuding the charm of a traditional country house, Farthings ensures a comfortable and delightful stay for every guest.

Experience the tranquility and warmth of Farthings - book your stay now for a truly unforgettable countryside getaway.

Important information:

Pets are not to be left unattended in bedrooms.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
It's recommended to bring your own vehicle since this property is not serviced by public transportation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

Cleanliness: 8.38
Service: 9.35
Location: 9.39
Room Quality: 8.84
Amenities: 8.87
Value for Money: 8.83
Food and Beverage: 7.88
Overall Experience: 8.85
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Karen • solo_traveller • gb
10
I would definitely recommend The Farthings and hope to go back and stay again.
Pros:

Its such a beautiful building and the interiors matched. Staff were very friendly. I stayed in the Hazel room and it had a gorgeous veranda

2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Caroline • extended_group • gb
10
Exceptional service, exceptional facilities and exceptional food - an excellent place to stay.
Pros:

The staff were exceptionally helpful and friendly. The rooms were just delightful, very well appointed and very comfortable. The food was also exceptional, and the whole experience exceeded expectations - enormously.

Cons:

Nothing - we wish we could have stayed longer.

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Margaret • couple • gb
7
Service was so slow, 20 mins before asking about drinks at Dinner, breakfast was equally slow delivery 45 minutes in tot
Pros:

Attractive small hotel, beautiful garden.

Cons:

I did not get the room booked with Booking.com
The room we had was clean but cold.

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Christopher Charles • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Lee • couple • gb
8
A wonderful hotel that's more like a home.
Pros:

The staff were all very friendly and very helpful. The breakfast was very good, and the gardens at the back were wonderful. An upstairs room overlooking the garden is a must..!

Cons:

I much prefer proper milk for tea rather than the plastic UHT stuff found in most hotels, so having help-yourself milk in the communal fridge on the landing is a great idea, but unfortunately it wasn't refilled often.

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Adam • solo_traveller • gb
10
Fantastic stay in a beautiful hotel. Exceptional food, great staff, clean and comfortable in beautiful surroundings. Unb
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Keith • solo_traveller • ie
10
Pros:

Whole experience was an absolute delight

Cons:

Slight problem with traffick on road from motorway

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Lawrence • extended_group • gb
10
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Gerald • couple • gb
10
A hidden gem!
Pros:

It was a lovely building in a great setting. Parking was straightforward (an EV charger was available) and once in we were received by the very helpful and positive Lucy. We had chosen a less expensive room as we were only staying for one night but that was of a sufficient size for the two of us and our dog. The room overlooked the lovely back garden which we later sat in with a beer and a wine. The evening meal was excellent and we chose to sit in the bar and eat with our dog curled up on the floor. The atmosphere was so relaxing. A great evening. Breakfast was equally as good, nicely served, with many home made or locally sourced products. A great short stay and we will certainly consider this hotel if visiting the area again

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Olivia • couple • gb
9
Peaceful and charming stay
Pros:

Very lovely place and charming rooms. Shower was nice and big and the rooms were very clean. Lots of tea and coffee and hot chocolate. Even little cookies were a nice touch.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Dominic • couple • gb
10
Outstanding place to stay.
Pros:

Everything bar below. We’ve been waiting for a Wow place and this is it. Beautiful property, excellent front of house and a room that was equipped with everything including nice touches. The dinner was absolutely outstanding-best we’ve had in a long while, along with an excellent breakfast. Great location, quiet and a lovely garden. Our new favourite place and we will be back.

Cons:

Only gripe, was the double bed. Comfortable mattress and pillows. But a large double of king would make a heck of a difference. Bit cramped.

2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
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Kerrie • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Louise • couple • gb
10
2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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Owen • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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Martyn • extended_group • gb
8
Good option for staying near Taunton, Somerset.
Pros:

Very friendly staff. Bathroom with walk in shower as requested. Excellent restaurant with fine dining options and skilful preparation. Good breakfast cooked to order.
Nice out of town location with beautiful garden. 5 minute walk to local pub for a change in scene on one of the nights.
Good parking.
Would recommend and return on a future visit.

Cons:

Not much except the bed was an English double which is small and cramped. A queen size bed would be much better and the room was big enough to easily accommodate it.
Also note that the bar closes down by 10pm which was not a problem for us as we were already there having used the restaurant but could be a negative if you eat somewhere else and returned hoping for a nightcap.

2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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steven • solo_traveller • gb
10
Excellent country hotel and restaurant.
Pros:

Lovely hotel. Great gardens. Service was excellent at check in and for dining. Room was large, well decorated and comfortable. Restaurant was superb.

2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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Helen • solo_traveller • gb
10
Fabulous hotel!
Pros:

A beautiful hotel! The staff were warm and could not have been more welcoming. The room was lovely. And the food was exceptional. I can't wait to visit again.

2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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Edward • couple • gb
8
Charming hotel in a lovely Somerset village
Pros:

Staff are charming and friendly, location is super

Cons:

Bed was a tiny bit narrow for us, we prefer 150 or 180cm

2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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Adrian • couple • gb
9
2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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sarah • solo_traveller • gb
10
Super comfy bedroom, enjoying a very good meal in the most charming surroundings.
Pros:

I stayed for one night travelling home from a business meeting. I had dinner which was delightful. I needed to leave early so chose not to have breakfast. It was my 3rd visit. Very welcoming and a lovely varied menu.

Cons:

Everything was lovely.

2026-08-18 • via Nuitee