Shepherd's hut at sunset in the Somerset meadow at FALLOW Retreats near Frome and Mells

Somerset stays

Shepherd's huts, cabin stays & boutique accommodation in Somerset.

A slower kind of stay, rooted in the Somerset countryside.

FALLOW Retreats sits on four acres of meadow, hill and woodland in Vobster, a quiet hamlet between Frome and Mells. We offer beautifully designed shepherd's huts, a refined guesthouse and soon a cabin - each one a peaceful base for exploring this special corner of Somerset.

Whether you're searching for a shepherd's hut in Somerset, a luxury stay near Babington House, Frome accommodation or a boutique stay within reach of Longleat and Glastonbury, you'll find it here.

Our stays

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Fern - a restored shepherd's hut with private garden and wood-fired hot tub in Somerset

Shepherd's hut · Sleeps 2

Fern

Tucked in its own abundant garden with a private Swedish wood-fired hot tub. A romantic Somerset shepherd's hut stay near Frome and Mells.

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Willow - a hilltop shepherd's hut with sweeping Somerset countryside views

Shepherd's hut · Sleeps 2

Willow

Perched high on the hill with sweeping views, a fire pit and dark skies. The perfect Frome stay for couples seeking quiet and space.

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The Guesthouse - a whitewashed cottage retreat sleeping 4-6 near Frome and Mells

Guesthouse · Sleeps 4-6

The Guesthouse

A refined two-bedroom cottage with private garden - ideal for families or friends looking for Mells accommodation with space and style.

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Where we are

In the heart of the Frome & Mells countryside

We're five minutes from the pretty village of Mells, with its 15th-century Talbot Inn and the beautiful Walled Garden at Mells. Frome - one of the UK's most creative independent towns - is just ten minutes away.

Babington House and Vobster Quay are both close by, while Longleat, Stourhead, Glastonbury and Shepton Mallet make wonderful days out. Bath and Bristol are within easy reach too.

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Distances at a glance

  • Mells village~5 min drive
  • The Talbot Inn, Mells~5 min drive
  • The Walled Garden at Mells~5 min drive
  • Vobster Quay~5 min drive
  • Babington House~10 min drive
  • Frome~10 min drive
  • Longleat~25 min drive
  • Glastonbury Tor~35 min drive
  • Bath~45 min drive

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