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

Ilminster

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£1,192

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

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

Ilminster

£1,920

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

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

Ilminster

Nelson A.

£2,090

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

4. 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.

£1,034

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

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

Ilminster

anna w.

£1,778

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

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

Ilminster

Kirsty C.

£596

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

7. Riverdance Cottage

Lyme Regis

Martin

£502

includes taxes & fees

5 Sept - 6 Sept

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Top Taunton Hotel Reviews

Wookey Hole Hotel

8/10 Good

"Excellent location for Wookey Hole. Kids had fun. Basic but clean."

Holiday Inn Express Exeter East by IHG

8/10 Good

"Great place .. drinks at bar 2 whiskies £ 22 and facilities for provisions far too expensive.. 2 small bottles of water £5:10 compared to an overnight stay with breakfast costing £103 pounds?"

The Castle at Taunton

10/10 Excellent

"brilliant location in the centre of Taunton. good breakfast but could do with a slightly more varied and extensive menue for evenings."

Holiday Inn Express Taunton East by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Nice room super breakfast good all round"

Frequently asked questions

What should a history buff expect from a stay in Taunton?

You're likely already making plans to see the historical sites while on holiday in Taunton. You can check out the gardens and countryside during your visit. During your stay in this quaint area, you can also relish a trip to the coffee shops.

How many historically relevant hotels are there in Taunton?

In Taunton, there are 272 lodging options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

What are the top historical places and other sights in Taunton?

Taunton is notable for landmarks like Woodlands Castle, Bishop's Lydeard Station and Combe Sydenham Hall. The gardens and countryside highlight the natural beauty with places to discover including Somerset Towpath, Quantock Hills and Blackdown Hills. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are County Cricket Ground and Exmoor National Park.

What is a historic hotel like in Taunton?

By choosing a historic hotel, you can enjoy a holiday in a place that has an officially recognised national historic designation. A palace, castle, stately home or even a lodge, pub or skyscraper can be transformed into a historic hotel provided that it has special significance. Traditional architecture and period features are often found in the guestrooms or communal spaces of these historic hotels in Taunton, giving a historical feel.

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

You'll often hear the term "heritage hotel" in Asia and Europe, while "historic hotel" is more common in the U.S. overall though the terms are similar. The architecture and actual building of a historic hotel tends to be what's most significant. For a heritage hotel, it's often the cultural value along with how it shaped the community.

Do historic hotels in Taunton have modern facilities?

Hotels include modern conveniences and safety features you've come to expect, but every effort is made to preserve historic facades and treasured traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, free WiFi and the popular amenities found in a hotel should be available at a historic hotel. When you book a historic hotel in Taunton, don't worry that you'll find a place that's uncomfortable or rundown.

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Our top choices for Taunton historic hotels

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

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

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

4. Orchard Cottage - sleeps 8 guests in 4 bedrooms

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

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

7. Riverdance Cottage

Top Taunton Hotel Reviews

Wookey Hole Hotel

Holiday Inn Express Exeter East by IHG

The Castle at Taunton

Holiday Inn Express Taunton East by IHG

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