Babington House

Stunning place,beautiful surroundings, buildings and layout. Exceptional,friendly service and superb place to eat,work, stay and unwind/relax. Would Highly Recommend.

A homely, inspiring retreat with excellent facilities and great attention to detail. The coziest Soho House I’ve visited! Very dog-friendly, with fantastic Cowshed treatments—but it would be even better if the Cowshed had its own proper sauna and steam room. The pool area isn’t warm enough, making it cold to walk between facilities, especially in winter. The outdoor wood-fired sauna is absolutely amazing, though the door could use better insulation. Food is superb, and in-room breakfast is a highlight. Don’t miss the cookies at turndown—an absolute must! Also, renting wellies for exploring the beautiful countryside trails is a great touch!

I stayed at Babington for the first time last week and had the most fantastic experience. The suite was beautiful ; I even had my own Christmas tree and the attention to detail was second to none. A real highlight was the spacious bathroom, along with the gorgeous dog bed they provided for my golden retriever. While the house itself isn’t the largest, it feels wonderfully cosy. What truly made the stay so special, however, was the staff. They were incredibly accommodating, attentive, and genuinely helpful. They even heated up vegetables and stored my dog’s special food in a refrigerator, which was such a thoughtful touch. The level of care was impressive, and I would highly recommend a stay for anyone looking for a truly bespoke experience. The staff really are outstanding; always polite and eager to accommodate every need. The only areas for improvement would be the indoor and outdoor pools, which were a bit too busy at times due to outside members also using the facilities. Additionally, the menus were the same across all the restaurants, so a little more variation would have been nice. That said, overall it’s an amazing place and a stay I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend.

As a member, I can highly commend Babington House; it is usually not too busy, the facilities are clean and well-maintained, and the staff are welcoming.

I went three or four times while filming in the South west and always had a great time there. Lovely staff, great food and very comfortable rooms, Steam, sauna and pool.

Spectacular grounds and lovely amenities, great service and top location

Lovely location for a Christmas meal. Good quality of food and a nice selection on the menu. Open for sirloin and it was delicious. The lads doing the serving were superb!

As a Soho House member (and ex–First Class cabin crew who’s no stranger to polished service), I finally ticked Babington House off my list and it absolutely soared past expectations. I knew it would be lovely, but I didn’t expect to feel quite so instantly at home, or quite so reluctant to check out. The house itself is set in the most idyllic Somerset countryside, with grounds so beautiful they deserve their own passport stamp. From wildflower meadows to ancient trees and that gorgeous outdoor pool, it felt like a rural escape with all the little city comforts dialled in. There’s a sense of ease here—stylish but not showy, with staff who are warm, attentive and genuinely friendly. Not a trace of pretension, which, let’s be honest, can sometimes sneak into members’ clubs. Now, let’s talk food because I’d fly long haul for that seafood linguine. Everything I ate, from the garden-fresh salads to the rich, comforting puddings, was absolutely spot-on. The cocktails were equally impressive. I’m partial to a classic, and their house martini was stirred to perfection smooth, cold, and just the right amount of crisp. A proper pre-dinner take-off, if you will. The Cowshed spa is worth writing home about too. I booked in for a massage and genuinely floated out. I might’ve logged a few thousand air miles in my day, but even I was grounded in the best possible way after an afternoon there. All in all, Babington House is the first class cabin of country escapes: stylish, comfortable, quietly luxurious and full of heart. The kind of place where you instantly feel looked after and like you might just extend your stay.