The Old Mill

From £108 For 1 night, 2 adults 2 reviews
Set in lovely unspoilt woodland close to village pub (added by manager 06 Apr 2023)
Step back and relax (added by manager 06 apr 2023)
The woodside lodge (added by manager 06 apr 2023)
Space to unwind and reconnect (added by manager 04 apr 2023)

  • Self-contained adults-only lodges among three acres of woodland
  • Half an hour's drive to Jurassic Coast or Cerne Abbas Giant
  • Firepit, barbecue and kitchen for each unit: food pub 10 minutes' walk
Taking some time for just the two of you? Here’s a place that's geared up for just those sorts of escapes – Somerset site The Old Mill is the preserve of adult guests only, with no kids or dogs around to interfere with the serene vibe. Each of the accommodation units at this relaxing rural spot is completely self contained, and there are only a small number of them tucked away in little pockets of the three-acre woodland site – so you’ll certainly have plenty of privacy and peace. Outdoor furniture, a barbecue and a firepit (with firewood provided) are all on hand for each unit, to help you make the most of your time spent out in the fresh air. Inside, things are just as lovely – each unit has a comfy double bed (made up for your arrival), a woodburning stove for added cosiness and a kitchen corner with fridge, kettle and toaster plus all the handy bits and bobs you need (plates, cups, cutlery and the like). Each one also has private bathroom facilities, either inside or very close by. And how might you fill your days when not cosying up on site? Well, this location 10 minutes' drive from Yeovil is in an excellent position for country walks, with trails running through the local area and the Blackdown Hills and Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty not far off. The Jurassic Coast is about half an hour’s drive away for more walks and beach days. Closer to home, it's a 10-minute walk to the village of West Coker for a pub (with good food), a village shop and a butcher (sausages for the barbecue, perhaps?)

Site type

Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 3
Open all year
Please note
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Guests under the age of 18 are not allowed on site.
  • Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
  • There is no reception on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

Languages spoken

English

Pitch types & availability

Reviews

100%

would recommend this site to a friend

100%

would stay here again

Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.

Charming lodge with fun to be had. Fine weather will make it for you.

Overall 8/10
Location 6
Value for money 8
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 8
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 2
Cleanliness 10
Wifi No rating
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

The Moonshine House shepherd's hut

Liked: Aaron was helpful and kind, but also left us to our own devices. I managed to lock my keys in the car, and he offered me his van to travel home and get a spare, what a gent! The facilities are basic, but that is to be expected in a shack called the Moonshine Lodge, but be prepared to have to improvise a bit. The lodge itself is cosy and clean, and the bed is comfy. Sitting on the porch @ 6am watching a thunderstorm is great! We enjoyed our short stay on the whole, with just some minor niggles, but we could easily prepare for those if we went back.

Disliked: We had quite a damp stay, and the pathways leading up to lodge are quite muddy and slippery, so be prepared for that and bring wellies. High summer, probably not a problem. Other than a microwave, there are no cooking facilities in the lodge, although there is a wood BBQ and fire pit outside, but if its raining these are not going to work. Bring a small gas stove with you if the weather looks iffy, and also a set of knives. The lodge is situated quite close to a fairly busy road, so if you are looking for absolute peace and quiet then you may be disappointed.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Everything! So well equipped, everything you could possibly need including towels and…

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 8
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

The Moonshine House shepherd's hut

Liked: Everything! So well equipped, everything you could possibly need including towels and bedding of a very high quality. Very comfortable bed too. Plus a surprise welcome pack of a few basics to get you by if you’ve not yet done any shopping. Aaron is a great host, very friendly, but once he’s shown you around, will leave you to enjoy your ‘get away from it all break’ (but is on hand if you do need anything). ….and as for his gorgeous dog Duke, well that was the icing on the cake! Will definitely stay again. Woodland with wild flowers, birdsong, wildlife and open fire…what else could you wish for?!

Disliked: Nothing.

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Features

Leisure on site

Bar or club house

Cycle hire

Evening entertainment

Fishing

Fitness centre

Games room

Indoor swimming pool

Kids' club

On-site restaurant/cafe

Outdoor swimming pool

Play area

TV room

Take away

Tennis

Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available

Car parking by pitch/unit

Composting toilet

Disabled facilities

Dog park

Drying room

Food shop

Free wifi

Ice pack freezing

Internet access

Launderette

Parent & baby washroom

Pick-up from public transport

Picnic table

Portable toilet

Pub toilets

Public telephone

Shower available

Toilet block

Washing-up area

Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly

Motorcycle friendly

Single-sex groups welcome

Student groups welcome

Rules

Adults only

Barbecue provided

Barbecues allowed

Campfires allowed

Commercial vehicles allowed

Dogs allowed

No dogs allowed

No pets allowed

Themes

Forest

Peaceful

Remote location

Spectacular scenery

Walkers' paradise

Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities

Chemical disposal

Electric car charging point(s)

Gas cylinders available

Recycling available

Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby

Dog walk nearby

Nearby farmers' market

Public transport nearby

Shop nearby

Type

Tiny (1-10 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby

Fishing nearby

Mountain biking nearby

Restaurant nearby

Sailing nearby

Surf school nearby

Watersports nearby

Location

The Old Mill

High Street

West Coker

Yeovil

Somerset

England

BA22 9AU

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)

GPS

50.91951°N
-2.69984°W

Nearest transport

Coach
5.7 km Yeovil Bus Station
13.2 km Greenhill
13.4 km Coldharbour
Rail
6.2 km Yeovil Junction Rail Station
6.7 km Yeovil Pen Mill Rail Station
7.5 km Crewkerne Rail Station
Ferry
32.2 km Bridgwater Ferry Terminal
38.9 km Weymouth Ferry Terminal

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

As well as walks in the area around the site, you might like to head north to climb Glastonbury Tor (35 minutes' drive), or go south to check out the Cerne Abbas Giant (half an hour). The Jurassic Coast is full of great places for a wander, too – some favourites include West Bay (half an hour), Lyme Regis (40 minutes) and Chesil Beach (50 minutes). For different rural days out, grab yourselves a woolly pal for a walk with Cary Alpacas (20 minutes), explore Montacute House (10 minutes) and Tintinhull Garden (15 minutes) or take a tour of the grand interior of Forde Abbey (25 minutes), followed by a wander through the topiary-filled grounds. Those with something of an interest in all things that move with no doubt want to schedule in visits to Fleet Air Arm Museum (20 minutes) and Haynes Motor Museum (25 minutes). As this is a grownup break, you might like to put a tour of Palmers Brewery (35 minutes) on the list too…

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020 2019 2018 2017
Eypemouth 23.4 km Sea N/A Excellent Excellent Excellent
Seatown 23.6 km Sea N/A Excellent Excellent Excellent
West Bay (West) 23.7 km Sea N/A Excellent Excellent Excellent
Hive 24.9 km Sea N/A Excellent Excellent Excellent
Charmouth West 25.2 km Sea N/A Excellent Excellent Good

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Montacute House 3.7 km

Fleet Air Arm Museum 11.5 km

Mapperton House & Gardens 14 km

Haynes International Motor Museum 16.7 km

Clarks Village 23.4 km

National Trust

Montacute House 3.7 km

Tintinhull Garden 6.2 km

Barrington Court 12.3 km

Lytes Cary Manor 13.1 km

Priest's House 13.9 km

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

BRYMPTON D'EVERCY 2.1 km

Montacute - Ham Hill - Norton sub Hamdon - Montacute 3.3 km

MONTACUTE HOUSE 3.4 km

BARWICK PARK 5.2 km

NEWTON SURMAVILLE 6.1 km

Local events

  • Glastonbury Festival (Wednesday 26 June 2024 – Wednesday 26 June 2024)

    Glastonbury, England 27.8 km

  • Dorset County Show (Saturday 7 September 2024 – Saturday 7 September 2024)

    Dorchester, England 29.2 km

  • Tolpuddle Martyrs' Festival and Rally (Friday 19 July 2024 – Friday 19 July 2024)

    Dorchester, England 34.1 km

  • Tankfest (Friday 28 June 2024 – Friday 28 June 2024)

    Wareham, England 40.7 km

  • Beautiful Days (Friday 16 August 2024 – Friday 16 August 2024)

    Ottery St Mary, England 45.3 km

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Want to know more about camping in Somerset?

  • Does The Old Mill have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is The Old Mill dog friendly? No View all features
  • What attractions are near The Old Mill? As well as walks in the area around the site, you might like to head north to climb Glastonbury Tor (35 minutes' drive), or go south to check out the Cerne Abbas … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of The Old Mill?
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  3 p.m. –  Anytime
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at The Old Mill? From €125.73 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.