
The Pigsty at Orchard Farm is a single-storey barn conversion sleeping four guests in the hamlet of Knapp, Somerset. Just outside the village of North Curry, it sits roughly 7 miles from Taunton. Apex ceilings, exposed beams and oak flooring give the open-plan lounge, kitchen and diner a real sense of space. A wood burner makes evenings cosy and a Smart TV is included.
The property is surrounded by countryside with miles of walks starting directly from the door. Wildlife safaris can be arranged before your stay. The enclosed walled courtyard garden has far-reaching views and a charcoal BBQ. A wood-fired hot tub is particularly good at night under clear Somerset skies.
Two bedrooms both have en-suite shower rooms.
The Pigsty at Orchard Farm is a single-storey barn conversion sleeping four guests in the hamlet of Knapp, Somerset. Just outside the village of North Curry, it sits roughly 7 miles from Taunton. Apex ceilings, exposed beams and oak flooring give the open-plan lounge, kitchen and diner a real sense of space. A wood burner makes evenings cosy and a Smart TV is included.
The property is surrounded by countryside with miles of walks starting directly from the door. Wildlife safaris can be arranged before your stay. The enclosed walled courtyard garden has far-reaching views and a charcoal BBQ. A wood-fired hot tub is particularly good at night under clear Somerset skies.
Two bedrooms both have en-suite shower rooms. Bedroom one has a king-size bed. Bedroom two has a super-king zip-and-link that converts to twin on request. The kitchen has a Nespresso Vertuo machine, dishwasher and washing machine.
Watchet is around 18 miles north. Lyme Regis is roughly 25 miles south. Taunton offers shopping, restaurants and a racecourse within 7 miles. Guests also get access to the owners' tennis court.
This property suits couples and small families wanting proper countryside with easy access to two coastlines. Two dogs are welcome.
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Taunton, Somerset16°C
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Updated: 9 Oct 2026, 2:52am
Poppy Cottage at Manor Farm 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.
35m
(115 feet above sea level)
Poppy Cottage at Manor Farm sits in a peaceful Somerset setting, perfect for a relaxing hot tub getaway.
Latitude: 51.0246000° N | Longitude: 3.0013° W
Today's sun times for Taunton (Friday, 9 October 2026):
6:23am
Sunrise
4:34pm
Golden Hour
5:34pm
Sunset
This month in Taunton, you have approximately 11.18 hours of daylight. The shortening days create the perfect excuse for earlier hot tub sessions.
Everything you need to know before you arrive at Poppy Cottage at Manor Farm.
Signal Strength
Good
Mobile signal is generally good in this area across most networks.
Discover why our guests keep coming back to this barn
A wood-fired hot tub sits in the courtyard garden. Guests love it at night under the Somerset stars.
The open-plan living space has apex ceilings, beautiful exposed beams and oak flooring throughout.
Guests can use the owners' private tennis court on site. Reviewers specifically called this out as a highlight.
Miles of countryside walks start directly from the property through a rural landscape full of wildlife.
Sitting between the north and south Somerset coasts, you can reach Watchet or Lyme Regis in under an hour.
Returning guests have praised the owners as incredibly friendly. A welcome pack is included on arrival.
Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat
The barn is located in the hamlet of Knapp, just outside North Curry in Somerset. From Taunton take the A378 east toward North Curry and follow signs for Knapp. Off-road parking for two cars is available on arrival.
Taunton railway station is the nearest mainline station, approximately 7 miles from the property. From there a taxi or local bus will get you to North Curry in around 20 minutes.
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