
Lanternmere Cottage is a 17th-century Grade II listed thatched property in Ilminster, Somerset. Recently refurbished, it keeps its original stone floors and ancient oak beams while adding modern comforts throughout. The private wood-fired hot tub in the garden is a real highlight. This is a proper historic house with real character.
Ilminster sits in the heart of Somerset, surrounded by rolling countryside and easy access to the Somerset Levels and the Blackdown Hills. There are pubs within a mile and scenic attractions close by. It's a genuinely rural setting that feels miles from anywhere.
The cottage sleeps 10 guests across four en-suite bedrooms. Need more space? The adjoining Farm Cottage can expand the total capacity to 14.
Lanternmere Cottage is a 17th-century Grade II listed thatched property in Ilminster, Somerset. Recently refurbished, it keeps its original stone floors and ancient oak beams while adding modern comforts throughout. The private wood-fired hot tub in the garden is a real highlight. This is a proper historic house with real character.
Ilminster sits in the heart of Somerset, surrounded by rolling countryside and easy access to the Somerset Levels and the Blackdown Hills. There are pubs within a mile and scenic attractions close by. It's a genuinely rural setting that feels miles from anywhere.
The cottage sleeps 10 guests across four en-suite bedrooms. Need more space? The adjoining Farm Cottage can expand the total capacity to 14. The open-plan kitchen has a dishwasher and the spacious living room has an open fire or woodburner.
Nearby: Fleet Air Arm Museum, Yeovil (12 miles, 20 mins). Barrington Court NT (5 miles, 10 mins). Cricket St Thomas Wildlife Park (8 miles, 15 mins). Lyme Regis (22 miles, 35 mins).
Lanternmere Cottage suits large families or groups wanting a genuinely historic Somerset base with space, a hot tub and countryside on the doorstep. Up to 3 pets welcome.
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Chard, Somerset3°C
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Updated: 9 Nov 2026, 5:12am
1-Bedroom Hot Tub Lodge in North Petherton is located in one of England's darkest sky areas, making it exceptional for stargazing from the hot tub.
The Bortle scale measures night sky darkness from 1 (darkest) to 9 (brightest urban):
The Milky Way is visible overhead, though light domes may be visible on the horizon towards larger towns.
The Milky Way is visible on clear, moonless nights.
52m
(171 feet above sea level)
1-Bedroom Hot Tub Lodge in North Petherton sits in a peaceful Somerset setting, perfect for a relaxing hot tub getaway.
Latitude: 50.9328520° N | Longitude: 2.882269° W
Today's sun times for Chard (Monday, 9 November 2026):
7:17am
Sunrise
3:33pm
Golden Hour
4:33pm
Sunset
This month in Chard, you have approximately 9.26 hours of daylight. The shortening days create the perfect excuse for earlier hot tub sessions.
Everything you need to know before you arrive at 1-Bedroom Hot Tub Lodge in North Petherton.
Signal Strength
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Mobile signal is generally good in this area across most networks.
Discover why our guests keep coming back to Lanternmere Cottage
A private wood-fired hot tub sits in the garden. Perfect for evenings after a day exploring Somerset's countryside.
Grade II listed with original stone floors and ancient oak beams. Recently refurbished to a high standard throughout.
Sleeps 10 in the main cottage. Link with adjoining Farm Cottage and you can accommodate up to 14 guests total.
Every bedroom has its own en-suite bathroom. No queuing in the morning for a group of 10.
Up to three pets are welcome at Lanternmere Cottage. Charges apply but the rural setting is ideal for dogs.
There's a woodburner or open fire inside and a barbecue in the garden. Great for all seasons and all weathers.
Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat
Lanternmere Cottage is located near Ilminster in Somerset. The A303 is the main route into the area and Ilminster is well signposted from it. On-site parking is available for guests on arrival.
The nearest train station is Crewkerne, approximately 7 miles from the property. From Crewkerne station a taxi will get you to the cottage in around 15 minutes.
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