Beryl Country House - Wells

Family-Run Country House in Wells with Award-Winning Breakfasts and Outdoor Pool

Rooms & Interior

Beryl Country House offers 6 guest bedrooms, each decorated with antique furniture and Chinese porcelain collected by the late owner. The grand first-floor rooms feature four-poster beds and views across the meadows towards Wells Cathedral. Guests have access to two drawing rooms and a quiet room, all furnished in the style of a 19th-century Gothic Revival country house.

Dining & Hospitality

The hotel serves an award-winning English breakfast made with locally sourced bacon and sausages, presented on classic china with silver cutlery. Every afternoon, guests receive complimentary tea or coffee with homemade cake, including vegan options on request. A small honesty bar in the drawing room offers wine, champagne, and cocktails for evening drinks.

Gardens & Pool

The 10 hectare estate includes formal gardens, a pond, a pagoda, and lawns with seating areas overlooking the surrounding meadows and woodland. An outdoor swimming pool is available during warm weather, with sun loungers set among the grounds. Guests can also walk among 200-year-old oak trees, Coastal Redwood trees, and cross an ancient stone bridge on the property.

Location & Nearby Activities

Beryl House sits 2 km from Wells Cathedral and the Bishop's Palace, with the medieval market square a 20-minute walk away. The property is within 5 km of Wookey Hole and Ebbor Gorge, and 18 km from Cheddar Gorge. Staff provide personalized recommendations for local restaurants, historic tours, and nature parks.

Family-Friendly Atmosphere

The family-run hotel welcomes children and offers board games and puzzles in the lounges. Rooms can be configured as twins upon request, and the grounds provide space for outdoor play. No evening meal is served on site, but the hosts recommend nearby family-friendly restaurants in Wells.

• Rooms: 6 individually decorated bedrooms with antique four-poster beds
• Dining: Award-winning English breakfast and daily homemade cake
• Grounds: 10 hectares of formal gardens with outdoor pool and ancient trees
• Location: 2 km from Wells Cathedral, close to Cheddar Gorge
• Hospitality: Family-run with honesty bar and local recommendations