The lake and wooden jetty beneath mature trees at The Grove
Somerset, England

THE GROVEatTHE RECTORY

A private country estate in Somerset.Stay · Gather · Celebrate · Swim · Retreat · Explore

Welcome through the gates

A place to gather, celebrate and reconnect.

Set within the Somerset countryside, The Grove at The Rectory is an English country estate bringing together historic character, a traditional walled garden, mature estate gardens, water, woodland, open space and warm hospitality. From intimate celebrations and countryside retreats to family adventures, private swimming, corporate gatherings and creative productions — a setting designed around meaningful experiences.

The Estate, in three chapters

One extraordinary place. Endless possibilities.

The Land

01

The Land

Fifty acres of Somerset countryside — much of it working farmland — with selected gardens, fields and woodland edges opened to guests by arrangement.

The Water

02

The Water

A still ornamental lake with a wooden jetty, home to wildlife and quiet reflection at the heart of the gardens.

The House

03

The House

A historic Rectory, its coach house, barn and stables — period character held with warmth, not formality.

One estate. Many ways to experience it.

Choose how the estate hosts you

Stays, celebrations, family adventures, retreats, private swimming, gatherings and location hire — each shaped personally, never packaged.

Gather
Celebrate
Explore
Retreat
One extraordinary place
Gather
Celebrate
Explore
Retreat
One extraordinary place

Discover The Estate

Gardens, water, fields and sky

A private Somerset country estate of many rooms out of doors — a historic walled garden, established estate gardens, lake, woodland, fields and outbuildings. Selected areas are available for guest use; the wider land remains working and rented farmland.

The Rectory

The Rectory

The historic heart of the estate.

Historic Walled Garden

Historic Walled Garden

A traditional English walled garden with established planting, greenhouse and wonderful seasonal character.

Estate Gardens

Estate Gardens

Mature gardens, lawns, established planting and secluded corners.

The Lake

The Lake

Private ornamental lake, fountain, wildlife and waterside atmosphere.

Indoor Heated Pool

Indoor Heated Pool

A private heated indoor swimming pool available for selected private experiences and hire.

The Barn

The Barn

Characterful flexible space with its own kitchen and bathroom facilities.

Coach House

Coach House

Elegant potential accommodation, rich in period character.

Stables

Stables

Original stables and outbuildings with authentic rural charm.

Fields & Grounds

Fields & Grounds

Open countryside space suitable for outdoor experiences and selected events.

Greenhouse

Greenhouse

A traditional glasshouse at the heart of the walled garden.

Jetty & Waterside Areas

Jetty & Waterside Areas

A wooden jetty, fountain pond and quiet corners beside the water.

Woodland & Mature Trees

Woodland & Mature Trees

Towering pines and natural woodland edges woven through the estate.

Sound Bath Evening

Featured experience

Sound Bath Evening

An immersive evening of rest and resonance beneath the trees, as part of our developing wellness programme.

Date
Autumn 2026 — date to be confirmed
Duration
90 minutes
Price
Pricing to be announced
Status
Register interest
Families by the lake at The Grove

Bookable experiences

Simple to join

Forest school, children's activities, private swim sessions, sound baths, yoga events and seasonal experiences — designed to be easy to say yes to.

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A private celebration table at The Grove

Private hire & bespoke events

Made around you

Weddings, corporate events, retreat hire, private celebrations, accommodation, film and photography — each begins with a conversation.

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One extraordinary place

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THE GROVE

at The Rectory

A private English country estate in Somerset — historic walled garden, established gardens, lake, pool and woodland — for stays, celebrations, experiences, retreats, gatherings and location hire.

The Old Rectory, Rowberrow
Somerset BS25 1QL, United Kingdom

Gather · Celebrate · Explore · Retreat

The wider estate remains working and rented farmland; selected areas of the gardens, water and grounds are available for guest use by arrangement.

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