Secure your holiday for £20
Limited availability, could end at any time. T&Cs Apply
Icon/Navigation/Chevron/Left Back to search
1 of 26 View Image Gallery
  • An outdoor view of a small building with a tiled roof three skylights a wooden door stone walls and surrounding trees and bushes at The Forge in Taunton
close

The Forge

(Ref. 1114864)

Taunton, Somerset Show on map

Customer rating 4.9

Sykes rating

  • 2 Guests

  • 1 Bedroom

  • 1 Bathroom

  • Pets: No

Features

  • Ground floor accommodation
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Garden / Patio
  • Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing
Cleanliness
Comfort
Facilities and Maintenance
  • All reviews
  • forge (7)
  • lovely (5)
  • stay (5)
  • been (4)
  • garden (4)
  • eco (3)

9 Customer Reviews

  • Verified booking

    "The Forge has been thoughtfully designed and decorated, it is well equipped and was spotlessly clean."

    It has a secluded garden and off-road parking. The location is peaceful and has easy access to main routes. The owner was extremely welcoming and helpful.

    Thank you for your kind comments. I hope to see you here again! Property Owner

    Reviewed by Nicholas5.0May 2025

  • Verified booking

    "We had a lovely week at The Forge exploring the local area."

    A great deal of care has obviously gone into equipping the cottage and Sharon was brilliant at sorting out any minor requests or queries.

    Thank you for your feedback it was a pleasure to have you stay. However, I'm sorry to hear that you weren't completely comfortable. If you would be willing to contact me privately, perhaps we can discuss how we could make your next stay better. Regards, Sharon Property Owner

    Reviewed by Jill4.7Aug 2024

  • Verified booking

    "Excellent property for 2 people."

    Table and chairs rather small but manageable.

    Reviewed by Colin5.0Jul 2024

  • Verified booking

    "Had a really lovely stay ,the cottage has been designed to a high standard and is well equipped for all your needs."

    The bed is comfortable ,the shower is good with plenty of hot water. The Forge is in the countryside but very near to get to Taunton for shops and a great museum. It is less than an hour to get to the sea on the south coast.We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

    Thank you for your feedback - we're glad you enjoyed your stay! I look forward to welcoming you back at some stage. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Patricia4.7Oct 2023

  • Verified booking

    "The forge is a great place for touring."

    Warm/cosy everything you would need or want in your stay. Sharon is a welcoming host and talks through how things work. You need too try this place out. One tip if going in to Taunton turn left at end of the road follow it to A358 much better access. Will be back.

    Thank you for your kind and positive feedback. You will be welcome to return any time! Property Owner

    Reviewed by Keith5.0Sep 2023

  • Verified booking

    "We had a lovely short stay at The Forge."

    The owner Sharon was very pleasant and extremely welcoming. The Forge is very well laid out with everything you could need, it was clean and tidy and has been recently converted to a very high standard. There was a guide to local attractions, clear instructions for tv etc, even some books and games for bad weather. It has a lovely self contained garden which were able to make the use of during our stay, it is located in a lovely quiet village but isn’t too far from amenities.

    Thank you for your feedback, it is much appreciated. Property Owner

    Reviewed by David5.0Aug 2023

  • Verified booking

    "The Forge is a delightful property."

    Renovated with style and everything provided, with its own private garden. The owner was very helpful, above and beyond necessity in my case. I was greeted by a robin flying indoors to be fed, it appreciates dried wild birdworms.

    We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay. The robin is a regular feature and especially approved of the mealworms you left! Property Owner

    Reviewed by Bernadette5.0May 2023

  • Verified booking

    "This, presumably, former forge has been renovated to an extremely high standard incorporating some of the original beam structures."

    The decor is light and airy with a stable door for warm days and an enclosed garden area ideal for catching the late afternoon sun. The equipment is more than adequate for self catering needs and there is full explanations of any appliances with which you are unfamiliar. The lighting is extremely good, no problem with reading in bed! Altogether a lovely place to stay.

    Thank you for your feedback it is much appreciated. Property Owner

    Reviewed by R5.0Apr 2023

  • Verified booking

    "Wonderful stay."

    The host was lovely. The place was immaculate. Highly recommend, and would absolutely stay again.

    We are pleased that you enjoyed your stay at The Forge and we would love to see you here again! Property Owner

    Reviewed by Emma5.0Feb 2023

How reviews work

Our review scores come directly from guests who have stayed with us and chosen to share their feedback.

After their stay, guests can leave a star rating and comments if they wish. The score you see (out of 5 stars) is the average of all the reviews we've received from those guests.

Show more Hide all

Summary

  • Single-storey
  • One double bedroom with en-suite walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC
  • Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area
  • • Air source heat pump underfloor heating • Electric oven, hob, microwave and fridge • Smart TV • WiFi • Electricity bills included • Bed linen and towels included • Off-road parking on private drive for one car • Private enclosed garden – garden furniture can be supplied on request • No pets • No smoking or vaping • Convenience store and Post Office located in Creech St Michael (1.3 miles) • Late check-in time on Sundays from 7:00pm
  • All other days, check-in time is from 4:00pm
  • • Parking is not suitable for guests with large commercial vehicles
  • • The nearest electric vehicle charging point is at the Premier Inn, Ruishton (1.7 miles)
  • • There are a number of good local restaurants and pubs – the guest handbook contains a fairly comprehensive list, together with other places to visit.

The property

The Forge is a 19th century converted smithy set in the quaint village of Ham, near Creech St Michael and just 4 miles from the historic town of Taunton, Somerset.

This lovely accommodation comprises an open-plan living space with high vaulted and beamed ceilings, wooden floors and contemporary features.

The property will suit two guests and offers off-road parking and a private garden.

Guests enter through a stable door, where there is a modern kitchen with electric oven, hob, extractor hood, microwave and fridge.

Enjoy dining together at the kitchen table or eating an alfresco meal on the lawn to the sound of birdsong.

The comfy double bed has individual reading lights and the ensuite shower room is equipped with heated towel rail, vanity mirror and shaver socket.

Somerset has much to offer and The Forge makes a wonderful base from which to explore.

The quiet and tiny village of Ham is home to the River Tone for scenic river and canal walks and, from here, you can explore the Somerset Levels with its many RSPB nature reserves.

It is also great for the keen angler who enjoys freshwater fishing.

Please note: the owner can provide information on how to acquire the necessary fishing permits.

Just outside the village is the beautiful Hestercombe House and Gardens, with its temples and lakes.

Also close by is the city of Wells, one of the smallest cities in England.

(Visit on a Wednesday or Saturday for the market with its excellent food stalls and artisan crafts.) The large town of Bridgwater is also worth a trip, hosting a variety of attractions, including the Walled Gardens of Cannington, the Blake Museum, and the Somerset Brick and Tile Museum.

In addition, Bridgwater is home to the amazing annual carnival parade, which takes place each November.

Glastonbury is approximately 16 miles north and is famous for its tor and the internationally renowned music festival held most years at the end of June.

Dunster Castle houses an 18th century working water mill and looks down on a stunning little town with very interesting shops, restaurants and tea rooms.

This National Trust property, near Minehead, is open from spring through to autumn.

Just over 7 miles from Taunton is the steam railway, which operates from Bishops Lydeard station.

It runs to Dunster or Minehead and is a really fun way to explore the North of Somerset.

There is a museum on site, plus the Whistle Stop Café and shop.

In less than half an hour, or 12 miles, are the Steart Marshes, run by the Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust.

The area covers hundreds of hectares of saltmarsh and freshwater wetlands.

It attracts a variety of migrating birds and has some of the biggest tidal forces in the world.

If you would like to explore the famous caves at Cheddar Gorge, these are about 12 miles away; or Wookey Hole promises an exciting day out all year round.

For a day by the sea, there is the popular resort of Weston-super-Mare - less than 30 miles away to the north; or Brean and Burnham-on-Sea have lovely beaches too.

The keen shopper has over 70 shops to choose from at Clarks Village in Street with its many well-known brands, plus numerous cafés and restaurants.

The lovely villages of Dulverton (23 miles) - with its quaint shops and Tarr Steps - or Bruton (25 miles) - with an excellent selection of independent shops - are also within easy reach, as are Taunton and Wellington.

For outdoor enthusiasts, the Quantock and Blackdown Hills Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty are easily accessible, as well as the Dartmoor and Exmoor National Parks slightly further afield, plus Swell Wood, Ham Wall and Greylake nature reserves.

There is much to see and do in Somerset and we'd love you to come and stay!

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £200.

Where you’ll be staying

View on map

TAUNTON

Bridgwater 11 miles; Tiverton 21 miles; Weston-super-Mare 30 miles.

The county town of Somerset, Taunton is the perfect cottage holiday destination. The town has excellent buildings with charming stone and Tudor architecture, and there is also fascinating history in the town stretching back over 1000 years including a 10th century monastery. Taunton boasts a choice of museums and parks, one of which has held the Taunton Flower Show for over 150 years.
For outdoor enthusiasts, the Quantock and Blackdown Hills Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty are easily accessible, as well as the Dartmoor and Exmoor National Parks slightly further afield, plus Swell Wood, Ham Wall and Greylake nature reserves. If a day by the sea is what you're after, the coast is around 20.4 miles away and home to Blue Anchor Bay and St Audries Bay near Watchet; Burnham-on-Sea beach; Kilve beach near Minehead and, of course, the popular seaside resort of Weston-super-Mare, 32.7 miles away but well worth the journey with its great range of activities.

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas