Vineyard Nature Retreat near Bath

The Cabin at Combe Hay Vineyard is unique. Nestled in beautiful natural surroundings with panoramic views over the vines and across the valley. Have a luxury break and re-wild yourselves. On site detox massage, foraging, meditation, tea ceremony, tours and 2 village pubs in easy walking distance. You will have exclusive use of the secluded site, with it's undisturbed woodland, wildlife and dark skies. Only 4 miles from Bath and 10 from Frome, there are numerous nearby places to explore. The space Discount – we have retained last year's rate for early in the season and pre-booking, but intend to increase it later in the year, book now for this discounted rate. A 4 night booking gains a further £40 discount. Perfect for a couple, or a catch up weekend for two good friends or some parent & child quality time. Enjoy experiencing something new together. There Take in the wrap around views on the large deck beside the vines or the lawn with its firepit – great for star gazing in the dark night skies. Snuggle on cosy armchairs beside the wood burner or even with a cuppa in bed, looking out through the French windows. Equipped with a kitchen, a large double bed handmade in the UK with Emma mattress and heated shower room, there is a library of books in the reading nook, a dining table and a large desk where you can write or use art materials to rekindle your creativity. Free WiFi throughout, as well as massage therapies and numerous courses bookable on site. Being in nature can have beneficial nurturing effects, sit and listen to the woodland stream running into the nature pond. Wander into your private woods with tailored foraging information and a guide to woodland meditation or forest bathing (Shirin Yoku), so you can have a go anytime during your stay. Near The Wheatsheaf Pub is a 2 minute stroll away, with great food including breakfast. A short walk through wild flower fields and past historical canal sites is The Packhorse (Southstoke) or for a longer walk go along a bridle track to The Fox and Badger (Wellow). The village of Combe Hay is picturesque with numerous footpaths to explore as well as a beautiful garden up the road, with open days and courses (Caisson Gardens). Unique to the Vineyard Choose from a range of relaxing, detoxing therapies and massage, performed in the cabin or on the deck by experienced practitioners. Enjoy the ancient and meditative practice of a tea ceremony and tasting, derived from Korean and Chinese rituals with beautiful handmade crockery and a knowledgeable guide. Learn or develop your photography skills with a (phone camera or a DSLR) on a 2:1 or 1:1 course on the vineyard site. Our local award winning photographer enjoys teaching with a particular focus on how photography can be a creative and meditative activity. To add a special note to your arrival order glorious, fresh, locally grown flowers, from a bouquet to a full installation, perfect for a celebration. You can also book a private guided tour of the vineyard with the owner. For details on these options, please look on the vineyard website or contact us directly. Exploring The location is 10 minutes’ drive into Bath, and easy travel to Frome or Babbington House (20 minutes), Bradford upon Avon or a drive though Somerset villages a little further afield to Bruton, Hauser & Wirth or The Newt (45 minutes). Our handbook picks out a selection of local villages we think are hidden gems for you to visit and our favourite local produce providers, restaurants and wine shops. Please do contact us if we can help with anything. Details We provide WiFi and your phone should be able to pick up a 4G signal from Bath, or turn them all off and have a digital detox. Our luxury composting loo has a great view, running water, electricity and is properly environmentally friendly. Prepare to be converted. Dogs We may allow 1 well behaved dog (there is an additional £20 cleaning charge), please contact us for confirmation. Gazing out at the shades of green, stretching to the sky, the sounds of nature - birds, water and the breeze through the trees. It’s your time to relax into nature. Guest access Private parking on site. The drive is steep at first, but most people have no difficulty with it. The Vineyard is a 10 minute taxi ride from Bath train station. Exclusive use of the site, Cabin and woodland. Other things to note If you would like to try English wine or something different, be it white, red, sparkling, natural, pet nat or col fondo, we have links with many English vineyards and can suggest something for you. Sadly we are sold out of Combe Hay wine, but we have exciting plans for vineyard experience days in the pipeline. We run the vineyard on organic, biodynamic and regenerative principles and apply these to the products we use in the Cabin too, including our cleaning products. At the moment we are trying Purdy and Figg.