Please note: This is a self-catered booking, ideal for relaxed time in nature with friends and family. If you're looking for a more curated retreat or a pre-wedding celebration with hosted experiences, please explore our Gentle Elemental or Gentle Hen offerings.
Gather your favourite people in nature—with ponds, saunas, and fireside evenings
Looking for somewhere a little different to spend time with family or friends?
Oakhill Ponds offers exclusive hire of a beautiful 25-acre site on the edge of a Somerset village—perfect for birthdays, slow celebrations, or simply pressing pause together.
With a spring-fed swimming pond, two wood-fired saunas, outdoor gathering spaces, and off-grid accommodation for up to 12 guests, this is a place where you can switch off without compromising on comfort.
Each hut and tent is set up with its own kitchen, shower and compost loo. The communal kitchen sits under sailcloth with a Kamado BBQ, Kadai fire pit, and plenty of space to cook and eat together under the sky.
There’s also the option to add our Walled Garden Annex, offering extra space and indoor comforts for slightly larger groups.
What’s Included (Main Site – up to 12 guests)
One spring-fed wild swimming pond and one wildlife pond (an acre in total - very lake-like)
Two wood-fired saunas, each seating up to 8
Spa area with cold dip tank, spa tent, loungers & outdoor shower
Shepherd’s huts & Lotus Belle tents, each with its own kitchen, shower & loo
Wood-fired hot tubs for both huts (Hikki Bohemen)
High-quality bedding—king or twin options, wool duvets, thick toppers
Communal kitchen & dining area under sailcloth with Kamado BBQ & fire pit
Fully equipped individual outdoor kitchen with woodburning stove with each tent
Firepit & gathering space for stargazing, chats, and marshmallows
The Horse Lorry Reading Room—a peaceful nook full of books and character
Hammocks for every dwelling
Optional inflatable paddleboard docks, bookable for groups (4–16 guests)
Who It’s For
Oakhill Ponds is ideal for:
Birthday gatherings & anniversaries
Family get-togethers & reunions
Grown-up hen, stag & broom parties (see Gentle Elemental)
Groups of friends wanting fireside evenings and pondside mornings
People who love nature—but also love a good mattress and hot shower
Please note:
The land is best suited to adults and older children (11+)
Babies are welcome
Children of all ages are allowed in the Walled Garden, where supervision is easier
Dogs are not allowed on the main site, but are welcome in the Walled Garden (on leads)
The site has open water, uneven ground, tree roots and wildlife—including a resident deer family—so we aim to keep things both safe and peaceful for all.
Optional: The Walled Garden Annex (Sleeps up to 4 extra guests)
The Walled Garden Annex offers a peaceful place to sleep for up to 4 additional guests. As it's close to our home and neighbours, we ask that socialising and evening gatherings take place on the main land—around the ponds, outdoor kitchen, or fire pit. This helps keep the site peaceful for everyone.
A short stroll from the main site, the Walled Garden offers:
A 21ft yurt with heating and lighting
Flushing toilets & hot showers
Wood-fired hot tub
Indoor space for meals or rainy afternoons
Dog-friendly accommodation (on leads when visiting the main site)
Perfect for guests who want a little extra space or need more private sleeping options or have younger children.
Pricing & Booking
Main Site (Up to 12 guests)
£1,200 per night
Main Site + Walled Garden Annex (Up to 16 guests)
£1,550 per night
Book Whole Site + Walled Garden
Stay longer & save:
3+ nights: 5% off
5+ nights: 10% off
Available: April – September 2025
Book now before 2026 rates increase
Want to Add a Little Extra?
Let us help you shape your stay with trusted local options:
Yoga, pilates or massage sessions
Paddle board pilates (with dock pods, min. 4 people)
Fire cooking and wild feasts
Running or hiking trips in nearby woodlands
Private chefs using seasonal, local produce
There’s also a great pub just a 3-minute walk away, perfect for a final meal or a relaxed lunch out.
Need Additional Accommodation?
For groups needing extra sleeping space, Upper Beeches Apartment (a short stroll from the retreat site) offers three additional bedrooms. While the apartment is separate and not suited for whole-group gatherings, guests staying there are welcome to join their party on the land for swims, saunas, and shared experiences.
Oakhill Ponds | Oakhill, Somerset | BA3 5AS
📞 07970 541875 | ✉️ [email protected]