TOP Historic Hotels in Ash for 2026

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A spacious kitchen with a wooden dining table, a large window, and a view of the outdoors.

A spacious kitchen with a central island, wooden countertops, and a wine rack.

A large stone house with a sloped roof, a patio with outdoor furniture, and a well-maintained lawn.

A spacious loft with exposed wooden beams, a brick fireplace, and a kitchen with white cabinets and a bar area.

1. Apple Loft - Beautiful Somerset cottage, sleeps 13 guests in 6 bedrooms

Ilminster

£1,901

includes taxes & fees

22 Sept - 23 Sept

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a blue armchair, and a small table with a lamp.

A living room with blue sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a TV on a cabinet.

A spacious living room with a wooden dining table, blue sofas, and a television.

A bedroom with a large bed, a window seat, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted lamp.

2. Atherstone Farm Cottage - charming thatched cottage, sleeps 4 guests in 2 rooms

Ilminster

Kirsty C.

£596

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, blue sofas, and a flat-screen TV.

A living room with a blue sofa set, a wooden coffee table with magazines, and a stone wall.

A stone house with a thatched roof, a wooden door, and a white picket fence.

A wooden hot tub with a chimney, surrounded by stone walls and a tree.

3. Atherstone Farmhouse - thatched farmhouse sleeps 10 guests in 4 bedrooms

Ilminster

Anonymous traveller

£1,195

includes taxes & fees

22 Sept - 23 Sept

A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden wardrobe, a bathroom with a mirror, and a bedside lamp.

A living room with a blue sofa set, a wooden coffee table, and a TV on a wooden cabinet.

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, blue sofas, a flat-screen TV, and a large window with curtains.

A cozy living room with a wooden dining table, blue sofa, and a fireplace.

4. Atherstone Farmhouse - thatched farmhouse that sleeps 14 guests in 6 bedrooms

Ilminster

anna w.

£1,757

includes taxes & fees

22 Sept - 23 Sept

A modern dining area with a long table, white chairs, and a vase of flowers.

A bedroom with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a chair, and a window with curtains.

A stone house with a covered patio and a lawn.

A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in oven, and a large sliding glass door leading to an outdoor patio.

5. Dairy House - a beautiful 7 bed stone house set in private parkland (sleeps 16)

Ilminster

Nelson A.

£2,075

includes taxes & fees

22 Sept - 23 Sept

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a blue sofa, a wooden cabinet, and a magazine on a small table.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a wardrobe, and a door.

A sign for Orchard Cottage with a stone building in the background.

A hot tub in a garden with a stone pathway leading to it, surrounded by lush greenery and a clear sky.

6. Orchard Cottage - sleeps 8 guests in 4 bedrooms

Ilminster

"This is an amazing property………Classic somerset cottage equipped with all modern conveniences. Super quiet (well a few tractors collecting the harvest!). We all slept very well. It takes 30 mins to walk into Ilminster along a country trail past Dillington Hall for those that like a good walk. About 8 mins by car. We made day trips to the Haynes motor museum (amazing if you are a car buff…..some days they bring cars out of the museum and you can ‘poke around’ at them) and to Lyme Regis, which has...

Paul F.

£1,041

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

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Top Ash Hotel Reviews

The Swan Hotel Wells

8/10 Good

"A lovely old coaching inn in a nice setting. My room had a view of the cathedrala and green. Ideal for a short visit and I managed to get there in time for a car parking place. Only downside was no lift"

Wookey Hole Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"This is our regular Hotel when visiting wells to see family, Always get a good welcome, nice big rooms, with a traditional bath tub which we both love as only have wet room at home, it was very busy at breakfast,we were greeted and sat down smoothly, the Breakfast offer gets better every time we visit, food quality was excellent, looking forward to our next visit."

The Crossways

10/10 Excellent

"Very helpful staff lovely room and breakfast"

Holiday Inn Express Taunton East by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"A very lovely hotel to stop off on route to our destination, it was very clean and our room was lovely and quiet, plus the Harvester onsite was lovely too."

The Bull Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"A very classy hotel, super helpful staff and good food. Highly recommended"

Frequently asked questions

What can a history enthusiast expect from a trip to Ash?

The historical sites in Ash are likely at the top of your travel itinerary. While you're out exploring, you might want to check out the bars and restaurants. You can also take some time enjoying the gardens during your holiday.

How many historical hotels are located in Ash?

In Ash, there are 2 hotels and other lodging options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

What are the top historical places and other sights to visit in Ash?

Places to visit in the wider area include Montacute House, Fleet Air Arm Museum and Barrington Court. You'll also find Haynes International Motor Museum and Somerset Towpath in the area.

What is a historic hotel like in Ash?

By choosing a historic hotel, you can sleep someplace that has an officially recognised historic designation. A stately home, palace or even a lodge, old police station or skyscraper can be considered a historic hotel as long as it's of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features can be admired in the guestrooms or communal spaces of historic hotels in Ash, bringing the history to life.

What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?

They are quite similar. The term "historic hotel" is more common in the U.S., while you'll often hear "heritage hotel" in Asia and Europe. Historic hotels tend to focus on the architecture and actual building. Heritage hotels draw their meaning mainly from the cultural value that the place has and how it inspired the community.

Do historic hotels in Ash have modern facilities?

Yes, every effort is made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions, but hotel interiors are fitted with modern conveniences and safety features. Visitors can expect the amenities you'd get from a hotel such as private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, WiFi and more. When you book a historic hotel in Ash, it doesn't mean you're choosing a place that's uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.

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Our top choices for Ash historic hotels

1. Apple Loft - Beautiful Somerset cottage, sleeps 13 guests in 6 bedrooms

2. Atherstone Farm Cottage - charming thatched cottage, sleeps 4 guests in 2 rooms

3. Atherstone Farmhouse - thatched farmhouse sleeps 10 guests in 4 bedrooms

4. Atherstone Farmhouse - thatched farmhouse that sleeps 14 guests in 6 bedrooms

5. Dairy House - a beautiful 7 bed stone house set in private parkland (sleeps 16)

6. Orchard Cottage - sleeps 8 guests in 4 bedrooms