Woodhayne Farm in Honiton | Must-See Somerset Hot Tub Cottage

About Woodhayne Farm

Woodhayne Farm is a stunning semi-detached country home sleeping up to 18 guests set in the Somerset countryside near Bishopswood, just outside Honiton. With 9 bedrooms and 9 ensuite bathrooms this is a serious large-group property. It has won Customers' Choice awards in 2022, 2023 and 2024.

The village of Bishopswood sits in rolling Somerset countryside with hills on the doorstep. Pubs and restaurants are just 1 mile away. The beach is 17 miles. Taunton is close for shops and restaurants. Walking and wildlife watching start right outside the door.

Every bedroom has its own ensuite and a TV. Seven rooms have 5ft kingsize beds and two have 4ft 6in doubles. The ground floor is entirely open-plan with a 50" smart TV, wood burner, huge dining table and a fully equipped kitchen with coffee machine and dishwasher. Bi-fold doors open straight to the garden.

Montacute House is 12 miles away (20 mins). Glastonbury Tor is around 25 miles (35 mins). Lyme Regis is roughly 18 miles (30 mins). Forde Abbey and Gardens is approximately 10 miles (20 mins).

Woodhayne Farm suits large families, milestone celebrations and group getaways. A private hot tub for 8, parking for 6 cars and a large enclosed garden make this a genuinely impressive base. Pets stay free.

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Need To Know

✓Semi-detached country holiday home located in Bishopswood near Honiton, Somerset
✓9 bedrooms total, all with ensuite bathrooms
✓7 bedrooms with kingsize (5ft) beds, 2 bedrooms with double (4ft 6in) beds
✓All bedrooms equipped with TVs and ensuite bathrooms featuring heated towel rails and toilets
✓Ensuite bathroom types include cubicle showers in 8 bedrooms and one bedroom with a bath and shower over
✓All bedrooms have lovely views
✓Open-plan ground floor living space combining living area, dining area, and kitchen
✓Living area with large sofas and armchairs arranged around a woodburner and 50" Freeview Smart TV
✓Huge dining table suitable for family breakfasts and long dinners or games
✓Kitchen equipped with electric cooker, microwave, fridge freezer, dishwasher, coffee machine, and washing machine
✓Bi-fold doors from living area leading directly to the garden, bringing the outside in
✓Gas central heating system with included gas and electricity utilities
✓Wi-Fi internet access included
✓Towels and bed linen provided
✓Large enclosed lawned rear garden with patio, garden furniture, gas barbecue, and covered seating area overlooking hills
✓Additional outdoor seating areas located beyond the private parking area
✓Large grassed area in garden suitable for children and dogs to run freely
✓Private hot tub in garden area with capacity for 8 people, ideal for relaxing while watching the sunset
✓Private on-site parking available for up to 6 cars
✓Kennels available for guests’ dogs
✓Pets allowed free of charge, maximum 2 pets permitted
✓No smoking allowed on the property
✓Suitable for families, couples, and special occasion celebrations
✓Check-in time after 15:00 and check-out before 10:00
✓Rural location ideal for dog walking, wildlife watching, and enjoying countryside scenery
✓Nearby attractions include Montacute House and Gardens, Forde Abbey and Gardens, Glastonbury Tor, Clarkes Village outlet shopping, Bath, Wells Cathedral, Quantocks, Exmoor National Park, West Somerset Steam Railway, and coastal resorts such as Sidmouth, Seaton, and Lyme Regis
✓Property decorated at Christmas and recognized with Customers' Choice awards in 2022, 2023, and 2024
✓Listed on cottages.com with tags highlighting all ensuite bedrooms, barbecue, celebration house, dishwasher, garden or patio, hot tub, privacy, open fire or woodburner, open plan, parking on site, pets allowed and free of charge, rural setting, shower cubicle, washing machine, welcome pack, Wi-Fi, and woodburning stove
✓Welcome pack provided for guests

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What Guests Love

Discover why our guests keep coming back to Woodhayne Farm

Private Hot Tub for 8

A large private hot tub sits in the garden perfect for watching the sun set over the Somerset hills with your whole group.

All 9 Bedrooms Ensuite

Every bedroom has its own ensuite with heated towel rail and toilet. No queuing. No sharing. Ideal for large groups and celebrations.

Huge Open-Plan Living Space

The entire ground floor is open-plan with a wood burner, 50" smart TV, large sofas and a dining table big enough for all 18 guests.

Parking for 6 Cars

On-site private parking for up to 6 vehicles makes arriving with a big group straightforward and stress-free.

Pets Stay Free

Up to 2 dogs are welcome at no extra charge. The large enclosed garden and surrounding countryside make it great for dog walking.

Award-Winning Property

Woodhayne Farm has won the Customers' Choice award three years running 2022, 2023 and 2024.

Getting To Woodhayne Farm

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

Woodhayne Farm is located in Bishopswood near Honiton in Somerset. Use postcode TA20 3SB for sat nav. The property has private on-site parking for up to 6 vehicles so arriving as a large group is straightforward.

By Train

The nearest railway station is Honiton, which sits on the London Waterloo to Exeter line. From Honiton station a local taxi will get you to the property in around 10 to 15 minutes.

Private on-site parking for 6 cars

Honiton railway station (approx. 4 miles)

Bishopswood, near Honiton, Somerset TA20 3SB

Attractions & More Nearby

Everything you need within easy reach

Forde Abbey and Gardens

Distance: Approx. 10 miles

TA20 4LU

Montacute House and Gardens (National Trust)

Distance: Approx. 12 miles

TA15 6XP

West Somerset Railway (Taunton to Minehead)

Distance: Approx. 20 miles

TA1 1QP

Blackdown Hills AONB

Distance: Approx. 3 miles

TA3 7NX

Exmoor National Park

Distance: Approx. 22 miles

TA24 7PP

Quantock Hills AONB

Distance: Approx. 18 miles

TA5 1AS

Clarkes Village Outlet Shopping

Distance: Approx. 22 miles

BA16 0BB

Honiton Town Centre

Distance: Approx. 4 miles

EX14 1AA

Taunton Town Centre

Distance: Approx. 18 miles

TA1 3LR

Honiton (pubs, restaurants, shops)

Distance: Approx. 4 miles

EX14 1AA

Chard Town Centre

Distance: Approx. 5 miles

TA20 1AB

Taunton (county town, full amenities)

Distance: Approx. 18 miles

TA1 3LR

Forde Abbey and Gardens

Distance: Approx. 10 miles

TA20 4LU

Montacute House and Gardens (National Trust)

Distance: Approx. 12 miles

TA15 6XP

West Somerset Railway (Taunton to Minehead)

Distance: Approx. 20 miles

TA1 1QP

Blackdown Hills AONB

Distance: Approx. 3 miles

TA3 7NX

Exmoor National Park

Distance: Approx. 22 miles

TA24 7PP

Quantock Hills AONB

Distance: Approx. 18 miles

TA5 1AS

Clarkes Village Outlet Shopping

Distance: Approx. 22 miles

BA16 0BB

Honiton Town Centre

Distance: Approx. 4 miles

EX14 1AA

Taunton Town Centre

Distance: Approx. 18 miles

TA1 3LR

Honiton (pubs, restaurants, shops)

Distance: Approx. 4 miles

EX14 1AA

Chard Town Centre

Distance: Approx. 5 miles

TA20 1AB

Taunton (county town, full amenities)

Distance: Approx. 18 miles

TA1 3LR

Is Woodhayne Farm Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families

The large enclosed rear garden gives children plenty of space to run around safely. The open-plan ground floor is great for games and group meals. Exmoor National Park, West Somerset Steam Railway and the beaches at Sidmouth and Lyme Regis are all within easy driving distance.

For Couples

Woodhayne Farm is best suited to large groups rather than couples alone. That said, two couples or a small group of friends would enjoy the private hot tub, wood burner and covered seating with hill views. The Somerset countryside, Forde Abbey and the Jurassic Coast are all close by.

Pet Friendly

Up to 2 dogs are welcome and stay completely free of charge. The large enclosed lawned garden is safe for dogs to run freely. Kennels are available on site. The surrounding Blackdown Hills and Exmoor National Park offer excellent walking country right on the doorstep.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Woodhayne Farm

The Candlelight Inn, Bishopswood

Located Approx. 1 mile from your accommodation.

Postcode: TA20 3RS

The George Hotel, Honiton

Located Approx. 4 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: EX14 1LQ

The Bell and Crown, Chard

Located Approx. 5 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: TA20 1AB

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Woodhayne Farm

Does this cottage have a hot tub?

Yes. There is a large private hot tub in the garden with capacity for 8 people. It overlooks the Somerset countryside and is ideal for evenings watching the sun go down.

Is it pet friendly?

Yes. Up to 2 dogs are welcome and they stay completely free of charge. The large enclosed rear garden and surrounding countryside walks make it well suited for dogs.

How many guests can Woodhayne Farm sleep?

The property sleeps up to 18 guests across 9 bedrooms. Seven rooms have 5ft kingsize beds and two rooms have 4ft 6in double beds.

Do all bedrooms have ensuite bathrooms?

Yes. All 9 bedrooms have their own private ensuite. Seven have cubicle showers and one has a bath with shower over. Every ensuite includes a heated towel rail and toilet.

How much parking is available?

There is on-site private parking for up to 6 cars. Parking is located on site with additional seating areas beyond the parking area.

What is the kitchen equipped with?

The kitchen includes an electric cooker, microwave, fridge freezer, dishwasher, coffee machine and washing machine. It is part of the fully open-plan ground floor.

Is Woodhayne Farm suitable for celebrations and special occasions?

Yes. The property is specifically listed as a celebration house and can accommodate up to 18 guests. The large dining table, open-plan space and hot tub make it well set up for group events.

What outdoor space does the property have?

There is a large enclosed lawned rear garden with a patio, gas barbecue, garden furniture and a covered seating area with views over the hills. There is also a large grassed area suitable for children and dogs.