Three centuries of garden design in one stunning estate, just north of Taunton.
Hestercombe is a rare treasure: a Georgian landscape garden, a Victorian terrace and a formal Edwardian garden designed by Gertrude Jekyll and Sir Edwin Lutyens, all on one glorious estate.
Wander woodland paths past lakes, cascades and temples, then take tea in the courtyard. There is colour and interest whatever the time of year, and plenty of space for children to run.
It is an easy 25-minute drive from The Sedges — one of the closest great days out to the fishery.
25 min One of the country's original outlet shopping villages, with more than 90 stores and eateries.
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30 min England's longest heritage steam railway, running for 23 miles between the Quantocks and the coast.
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25 min A quiet, rugged beach famous for its fossils and dramatic rock ledges, beneath the Quantock Hills.
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With great fishing, comfortable accommodation and so much to see nearby, The Sedges is the perfect base for your Somerset getaway.