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Through the trees at Harptree Court, Somerset

The folly in the garden at Harptree Court, Somerset

Harptree Court - Bristol, Somerset

An amazing treehouse and a three pod yurt!

Harptree Court is perfectly positioned in the blissful Somerset Countryside. It hosts a luxurious treehouse and a grand three pod yurt. Both are sumptuous, en suite spaces, decorated with the style and flair you would expect from the owners of Harptree Court.

Dating back to 1797, Harptree Court is a dramatic country house with celebrated sculpted gardens that will be your stomping ground. Charles and Linda have been described as the perfect hosts and are full of local hints and tips. Make sure to arrange a breakfast too as they are not to be missed. Later in the day, settle into this gloriously civilised setting and take afternoon tea (with probably the most fantastic lemon drizzle cake in the world), served in the shade of the catalpa tree. The kitchen gardens are also being brought back to full life to provide a range of delicious, seasonal ingredients.

The historic cities of Bath, Bristol and Wells are all close by, while Harptree Court offers plenty for outdoors explorers with Mendip Hills, Cheddar Gorge and Chew Valley Lake all within easy access. Ducks, deer, woodpeckers and birds of prey are all to be spotted around the parkland itself if you want to stay wrapped in the comfort of Harptree Court.

Kids over the age of twelve can stay at Harptree Court. Sorry, pets cannot be accommodated at Harptree Court

All about Harptree Court
Eating & drinking
Getting there
Things to do

All about Harptree Court

Harptree Combe

Harptree Court is a Grade II listed building and has been run by Linda and Charles Hill since 2003. The surrounding area is rich in history. The village of East Harptree is listed in the Domesday Book as Harpetreu, meaning the military road by the wood. Nearby Harptree Combe is a Site of Special Scientific Interest and also hides a 19th Century aqueduct and the site of a 12th Century castle.

Environmental Policy

Spreading Bellflower

Linda and Charles are working hard to reduce the environmental footprint of Harptree Court. The delicious food they serve uses local and organic ingredients, with free range eggs from just across the road.

Wildlife

The gardens are host to ducks, woodpeckers, deer, foxes and birds of prey. As the name suggest, there are trees aplenty, while the grassy clearings Harptree Combe are home to the scarce Spreading Bellflower and many other uncommon or local plants.

Getting there

Harptree Court, East Harptree, Somerset, BS40 6AA

Harptree Court lies on the B3114 between West Harptree and Chewton Mendip. From West Harptree, after aproximately half a mile you will come to a crossroads. Immediately on the right past the crossroads is the main entrance to Harptree Court.
As you come to the top of the long drive, turn left and park at the front of the house.
If you are relying on SATNAV. After you come into East Harptree, please do not turn up the High Street but look for our sign very very close to the start of the High Street. If you do follow the SATNAV directions to BS40 6AA exactly you will end up outside an unmarked back entrance which has stone pillars with stone balls on top.

If you are travelling to Harptree Court by train, bus or any other non-car means you can think of be sure to take a photo and enter our Go Greenly competition to win a 4 night stay at The Wagon or The Ark.

Things to do

As befits a country house, there is a tennis court and croquet lawn that guests are free to use. Bring your tennis whites!

Places to visit

The Roman Baths

Historic and world famous Bath is nearby. Immaculately preserved Roman baths, beautiful architecture and maze of alleyways for shopping make it perfect for day trips from Harptree.

Wells, the smallest city in England is only eight miles away. The glorious cathedral and bishops palace is one of the most complete in Europe.

Bristol is a bustling city full of industrial heritage. The works of the engineer Isombard Kingdom Brunel are now linked by the Brunel Mile, a marked trail from Bristol Temple Meads via the SS Great Britain to the Clifton Suspension Bridge. For shopping there is the new Cabot Circus in the centre but Clifton Village remains many peoples favourite area of the city.

The mendip hills have been mined for lead and minerals from pre roman times. The many straight roads in the area are based on Roman roads. the lead and silver mined by the Romans found its way to the roman baths in Bath and even perhaps as far as Rome. The hills are covered with footpaths and the steep edges of the hills give walkers great views

Wookey Hole and Cheddar Gorge - two sets caves which offer a fun and fascinating day out.

Glastonbury Tor

Longleat House - The home of BBC's Animal Park series.

Glastonbury Tor - An intriguing and stunning site, which has attracted folklore and mysticism. It's also worth visiting the village for its history and New Age vibes.

Festival and special events

Glastonbury is right round the corner, making Harptree the perfect venue for festival going with a difference.

The Bath & West show in Shepton Mallet is home to the National Cheese Awards and the UK’s biggest cider competition. For a true taste of the West Country this show in June with over 600 trade stands is a great family day out.

The Wincanton Carnival is part of Somerset’s Guy Fawkes illuminated carnivals that take place in autumn. The village really comes alive during this period with extravagantly decorated costumes, floats and festivities until the early hours.

Bristol Balloon Fiesta

Bristol International Balloon Fiesta is held annually during August and fills the sky with hot air balloons of all colours, sizes and shapes. A very memorable sight!

Eating & drinking

Eating and drinking at Harptree Court

In both the treehouse and yurt there will be a selection of local goodies, including:

Linda's delicious homemade lemon cake
A small loaf of homemade bread
A jar of homemade muesli
Butter
Loose leaf tea
Ground coffee
Sugar
A pot of homemade jam
Milk
Blagdon sausages
Bacon
Eggs from across the road.

If you don't fancy cooking your own breakfast, you can always arrange to join the B&B guests at the elegant country house for breakfasts with views over the parkland (£12.50 per person). You'll be glad to know there's a good old fashioned traditional English breakfast and the very local free range eggs feature prominently. Soya milk and wheat free bread is normally available by request.

Seasonal vegetable boxes from our kitchen garden can be ordered prior to staying.

Pubs & restaurants

The Waldegrave Arms, East Harptree. The local award winning pub is only a 300 yard walk away. Delicious restaurant style food in a real pub atmosphere. Ask to speak to Sharon and tell her you are staying here at Harptree Court.

The Kings Arms, Litton (2 miles). Fabulous food in a gastropub environment and a Sunday lunchtime carvery.

Bear and Swan, Chew Magna (5 miles). Very good pub food and bar snacks or a full restaurant.
Pony and Trap, Chew Magna (6 miles). An award-winning chef and excellent food.
Goodfellows, Wells (9 miles). Top quality fish restaurant run by a Michelin Star winning chef.