The Old Mill

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Set in lovely unspoilt woodland close to village pub
Set in lovely unspoilt woodland close to village pub
Step back and relax
The woodside lodge
Space to unwind and reconnect
The moonshine house shepherd's hut
Step back and relax
Decking area of the hut
Large firepit with a cooking tripod
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Step back and relax
The woodside lodge
Space to unwind and reconnect

  • 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
Opens
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

Reviews

9

Overall rating based on 2 reviews View breakdown

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would recommend this site to a friend

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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.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

No dogs allowed

Adults only

Campfires allowed

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 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 BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

50.91951°N
-2.69984°W

Nearest transport

Coach
3.5 mi Yeovil Bus Station
8.2 mi Greenhill
8.3 mi Coldharbour
Rail
3.8 mi Yeovil Junction Rail Station
4.2 mi Yeovil Pen Mill Rail Station
4.7 mi Crewkerne Rail Station
Ferry
20 mi Bridgwater Ferry Terminal
24.2 mi 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 2020201920182017
Eypemouth 14.5 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Seatown 14.7 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
West Bay (West) 14.7 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Hive 15.5 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Charmouth West 15.6 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentGood

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Montacute House 2.3 mi

Fleet Air Arm Museum 7.1 mi

Mapperton House & Gardens 8.7 mi

Haynes International Motor Museum 10.4 mi

Clarks Village 14.5 mi

National Trust

Montacute House 2.3 mi

Tintinhull Garden 3.8 mi

Barrington Court 7.7 mi

Lytes Cary Manor 8.1 mi

Priest's House 8.6 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

BRYMPTON D'EVERCY 1.3 mi

Montacute - Ham Hill - Norton sub Hamdon - Montacute 2.1 mi

MONTACUTE HOUSE 2.1 mi

BARWICK PARK 3.2 mi

NEWTON SURMAVILLE 3.8 mi

Local events

  • Glastonbury Festival (Wednesday 25 June 2025 – Wednesday 25 June 2025)

    Glastonbury, Somerset 17.3 mi

  • Dorset County Show (Saturday 6 September 2025 – Saturday 6 September 2025)

    Dorchester, Dorset 18.1 mi

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.

Offers

Conditions apply - see pitch type section for details

Nearest sites

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Frequently asked questions

  • 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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