Shepherd's Rest — Restaurant in England

Review of Shepherd's Rest, Taunton

Nestled in the serene countryside near Taunton, Shepherd's Rest offers a perfect escape for those seeking peace, nature, and a bit of rustic charm. The accommodation is an authentic shepherd's hut, meticulously designed to blend traditional aesthetics with modern comforts.

Accommodation and Comfort: The hut is compact but surprisingly well-equipped, offering a cosy retreat for couples or solo travellers. The bed is comfortable, and the overall interior has a warm, homely feel, enhanced by soft furnishings and ambient lighting. The space is used cleverly, with enough room for a kitchenette and a small dining area. While the accommodation is simple, it includes thoughtful touches like a wood-burning stove for cooler evenings, which adds to the atmosphere.

Facilities: Despite its size, the hut doesn’t compromise on essential amenities. The kitchenette allows for light meal preparation, which is perfect for those looking to enjoy breakfast or a casual dinner indoors. Outdoor seating is also available for those who prefer to dine alfresco or simply soak up the countryside views. The bathroom facilities, although compact, are clean and functional.

Location and Surroundings: The location of Shepherd's Rest is one of its standout features. Positioned in the tranquil Taunton countryside, it offers picturesque views of rolling hills and fields. The setting is incredibly peaceful, ideal for unwinding or spending quality time in nature. For those who enjoy walking or cycling, there are several scenic routes nearby. Taunton town centre is a short drive away, offering shops, restaurants, and historical attractions for those who want to explore further.

Host and Hospitality: The hosts of Shepherd's Rest are friendly, accommodating, and quick to respond to any requests. They respect guests' privacy while ensuring they are available to help when needed. Their local knowledge is an added bonus, as they can provide excellent recommendations for nearby attractions and dining options.

Conclusion: Shepherd's Rest in Taunton is an idyllic retreat, perfect for anyone looking to disconnect from the busyness of everyday life and reconnect with nature. The combination of a charming, well-equipped shepherd's hut and a peaceful countryside location makes it a unique and memorable stay. Ideal for couples or solo travellers, this is a great choice for a...

Reserved a table for 3 adults, 2 children and a dog. Such good friendly attentive service and that included to our Labrador with a bowl of water served to him! Shared starter for two was generous and the sausage roll particularly very tasty, all well cooked too. My son thought he had got the wrong burger served and they offered to change it, he then realised it was his mistake and yet they still offered to change it but he declined as it was his fault, quite but what a generous offer to make. I thought the Korean belly was very tasty and my wife's fish had a nice light crispy batter too, and the two grandchildren vacuumed up their chicken nuggets. No plans to visit Taunton again yet at the moment but would definitely pop in here again for food. Great value for money. Even a couple of local customers were friendly chatty and took a shine to our Lab. Nice pint of Abbott's here too, just a shame they ran out. Shame we couldn't stay for the quiz night. Some of Greene King's pubs we have gone off lately and avoid but this one as part of Hive group (I think) was something GK should aspire too as shown by the owners of...

Tried the newly refurbished “ Sheps “ today and was pleasantly surprised. I liked the decor once I was in rather than seeing it in photos. We are ladies who lunch, Julie, Doreen, Kerry ( not in photo)and Wendy. The ladies toilets are much improved and quite a “ lady” feel to them. Had a good chat with Ryan and Justin who are both pleasant chaps. The landlords of a village pub should have good interaction with their customers, we are a different kettle of fish to city dwellers and prefer that personal touch, which we always got with the last landlord and his lovely wife Mia. Continue to do what you did today with your presence and you won’t go far wrong. Food to a good standard as it always was with John’s chef Simon, for fish and chips and scampi and chips but felt the Macaroni cheese was a bit stingy. Kerry said she would have been happy with the size for a seniors lunch but not for the cost of a Mains. Ryan agreed and gave Kerry a free drink. Good call . Will definitely go again and hope to have some interaction with Ryan and Justin. ...