2 Star Hotels in Taunton, England

Farthings Country House Hotel

Farthings Country House Hotel is situated in the delightful village of Hatch Beauchamp a quiet and peaceful location in the heart of Somerset yet only 5 miles from Taunton and the M5. The hotel overlooks the village green and enjoys 3 acres of private and peaceful gardens. With a wonderfully relaxing and informal atmosphere it is the perfect place to unwind in a pleasant and fully non smoking environment. Farthings is privately owned and the family and it s experienced staff invite guests to savour the warm hospitality and superb locally sourced food cooked and presented in the AA Rosette awarded restaurant. The restaurant has direct access to the gardens where drinks and canap s can be enjoyed on a warm summer s evening and in the winter the comfort and warmth of log fires in the cosy lounge or bar. Each of the 12 en suite bedrooms is tastefully decorated and has all the facilities one would expect of a Country House Hotel of this character. Ideally located for visiting numerous attractions including Barrington Court Forde Abbey Montacute House Hestercombe Gardens and the West Somerset Railway. Wells Cathedral Cheddar Gorge Longleat Safari Park and the cities of Exeter and Bristol are easily accessible. Short breaks on very favourable terms are available.

The Falcon Hotel

Ideal for long weekends exploring this delightful part of the West Country. Enjoy walking in the Quantock and Blackdown Hills visiting the superb Hestercombe Gardens or maybe shopping in the fine county town of Taunton with its wonderful mixture of big name and smaller independent stores you are sure to find plenty to do. Alternatively take the steam train out to Minehead or visit some of the many other attractions to suit all tastes all less than an hour away.