Nestled in the folds of South Somerset lies a nature lover’s paradise. A place where apples hang abundantly from trees, walking trails weave through ancient woodlands, and ducks wander freely from pond to lake. Beautiful honey-stone buildings house a luxury hotel, spa, Cyder Press, Garden Café, Farm Shop and more, and there’s also an enchanted grotto and a full-size Roman villa to explore. Welcome to The Newt.
Encompassing a staggering 800 acres, this historic West Country estate was bought in 2013 by the South African hotelier Karen Roos and her husband Koos Bekker, the couple behind Babylonstoren; an 18th-century estate and boutique hotel located in the wine region outside Cape Town. It took them six years to transform The Newt into the spectacular destination that it is today, and in 2019 they finally opened its doors for all to enjoy. An ode to all things Somerset, this magnificent, no-expense-spared playground celebrates everything that the county has to offer, and more...
Inspired by local heritage and sustainable agriculture, The Newt in Somerset is
