Your Somerset get-together
The Threshing Barn
Sleeps 18 | 8 bedrooms | Shared heated pool with daily private session (May–September) | Private hot tub & sauna | Long Sutton, Somerset (South West England)
- Guests: Sleeps 18
- Beds: 8 bedrooms · 15 beds
- Bathrooms: 6.5 bathrooms
- Dining: Seats 18 together
- Pool & spa: Shared pool · hot tub & sauna

A characterful stone barn with a huge double-height kitchen and a barn-like lounge. Bedrooms are spread across three buildings, so a family or group of friends gets some breathing space alongside time together.
The Threshing Barn at a glance.
- Guests
- Up to 18
- Bedrooms
- 8
- Beds
- 15
- Bathrooms
- 6.5
- Indoor dining
- Seats 18
- Pool
- The Threshing Barn does not have its own pool. Shared heated pool in the walled garden: open May–September, with a private 2.5-hour session for your house each day. The fully enclosed pool sits in a walled garden.
- Spa
- Private covered hot tub and sauna with countryside views
- Dogs
- Yes — tell us before booking
- Accessibility
- Not suitable for wheelchair users. Rooms are spread across three buildings; ask us about paths and steps if anyone has limited mobility.
- Music & quiet hours
- Keep music and noise inside the house after 10pm; outdoor quiet hours run 22:00–08:00. Hot tubs close at 22:00.
Room for your people.
Eight bedrooms and 15 beds across three barns. The main Threshing Barn holds most of the rooms; the Courtyard Barn has two ensuite double bedrooms; the Apple Barn has two bedrooms and a bathroom. Sleeps up to 18.
Six and a half bathrooms across the three barns.
Everyone around the table.
The double-height kitchen seats the whole group, so everyone eats together. Tell us how you want to eat and we will help you plan it.
Make the most of staying in.
- Private covered hot tub and sauna with countryside views
- Shared walled-garden pool with a daily private session (May–September)
- Outdoor games area with table tennis, table football, a pool table and darts
- Rustic countryside barn styling
- Three separate barns
The Threshing Barn does not have its own pool. Shared heated pool in the walled garden: open May–September, with a private 2.5-hour session for your house each day. The fully enclosed pool sits in a walled garden.
Hot tubs close at 10pm. Please keep an eye on children around the water, and have a quick look at the safety notes in the house.
Included, and a little extra.
Bed linen, towels, Wi-Fi, a fully equipped kitchen and the facilities above are included. If you’d like a chef, treatments or activities, we can point you to local people we trust.
Explore bookable experiencesGuest reviews.
Collected through Revyoos and updated automatically, so you can read the latest experiences of guests who stayed at The Threshing Barn.
“We had a wonderful stay at Little Upton. A group of 15 adults with a 2 year old, more than enough space. We loved that most rooms had en suite’s. The games room was great and nice walks to local pubs. Would stay again. Thanks Gill and George you were brill.”
“My whole family ( kids , grandkids - 16 of us in total) stayed at the Threshing barn and adjoining accommodation. It was absolutely perfect. The barn is a beautiful building in a lovely location. Everything is catered for whether it’s in the kitchen or down to games / toys for the kids. The hosts George and Gill couldn’t have been more helpful or any prompter to respond. I highly recommend this property”
“We absolutely loved our stay! The accommodation was lovely, and the hosts were attentive and always happy to help with anything we needed. We particularly enjoyed the games room and hot tub which was a real highlight of our stay. Everything made for a wonderful, relaxing experience, and we wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this place to others. Thank you for a great stay!”
“A real gem & suited our group of 14 friends to celebrate a 60th birthday. Loved having space all together & the recommendation of Sunflower Kitchen was a real find for a special 3 course dinner. Lovely walk available from the front door & great local pubs close by. Perfect for what we were looking for.”
“Amazing stay for a STEN weekend, fantastic venue that fitted us all but didn't feel like we were on top of each other.Used a recommendation of sticky date for a dinner and also had axe throwing in the field. Definitely a favourite venue”
“We had a lovely stay- we were a big group of friends with little kids and dogs, and it so absolutely perfect for accommodating everything we were looking for! Definitely would stay again!”
“The most wonderful stay for my friends and I celebrating my 40th birthday. Gill and George were so responsive and very helpful. The place was exactly ask described and big and spacious. Would absolutely stay again. A fantastic weekend.”
“We had a fantastic stay, celebrating a family birthday. A great location, easy to find, lots of amenities provided for all ages and very well equipped kitchen. Would highly recommend!”
“The Threshing Barn was a beautiful big space, with plenty of room for us all. We had 12 adults, 2 children and 2 dogs and there was plenty of room. We had plenty of info before the day, so we could book in activities/food. The games area was lovely and so was the swimming pool, we wish we had more time available to us in the pool. But the advert is clear that it is a shared pool. Most things around you needed to drive to including the local shop, we knew this ahead of time and it was only a short drive away. We had some Thai caterers come in, which was recommended by gill. This was a highlight for us. I would recommend staying here as a big group. It catered to us of all ages.”
“Fantastic family stay for a 70th birthday. Thoroughly enjoyed the week away, we had quite a few family members with bad knees/ankles due to illness or injury and it was quite tricky to navigate around the property as there were quite a few steps and some fairly steep but we managed! Lots to do, we particularly loved the games room, boules, pool and sauna. Lovely treat! We walked down to Harry’s cider as well as having a family meal at the Devonshire Arms which is a gorgeous up market pub. Thanks to the hosts!”
“This has to be one of best places we’ve ever stayed.. particularly in terms of our multigenerational family group of 16 with 5 kids and 5 couples.. the layout with the 3 separate Barns was just perfect, everyone had their own space but were also super close and right beside the games room and the pool. The main barn is so well set up for large groups with 2 dishwashers and 2 fridges which just made life so easy for us! We used one of the recommended caterers, The Kitchen Gardens Somerset, and has a fantastic Italian sharing supper delivered one night, which was superb. The kids had the best time of their lives on and out of the pool and hot tub, the boys loved the pool and table tennis, we were so well catered for! We did a couple of recommended external activities, the Go Karting and Alpacas walking which were both hugely successful.. and we all did the orchard tour/cider tasting at Harry’s next door which was well worth doing. Looking at when we can come again!”
“Wonderful stay at this fantastic place. Will definitely recommend to our friends and family for bigger gatherings. There was enough space that everyone could have fun together or quietly read or play games. Thanks for a lovely stay”
“We had a very special time celebrating a family birthday. Excellent accommodation and amenities. Beautiful rural location but also lots to do in the area.”
“I've given Gill's place all the stars, but that wasn't what was most important for me. It was the extra attention that George gave when he let us know several times that we could extend our session in the swimming pool, if other guests weren't using it. There was loads of crockery and cutlery, so even when the dishwashers were on, there was plenty of stuff to use. It was all generous! We all felt cared for and loved our stay. Thank you Gill and George”
“Great host. What a lovely place for family get together. It was very hot during our stay and the pool was a godsend. We used the gas BBQ and the children loved the karaoke! Although hot through the day the converted barns remained cool at night, with one having the bonus of air conditioning. We went out through the day, would recommend the boat trip from Langport. The Lime Kiln was an amazing restaurant. We used local butchers for meat for BBQ and had Indian takeout. All in all a very enjoyable family break. Would highly recommend.”
“I have had several exchanges of messages with Gill and later with George over the last two years and both were very caring. We were welcomed into Threshing Barn with a delicious cream tea on our arrival - much appreciated! The accommodation spread over three barns, and the garden setting, for our family get together of 17 (including 7 children and 1 baby) was exceptional. All three of them so beautifully furnished and equipped, so very comfortable and spotlessly clean. The numerous onsite activities available for our age groups were all brilliant and fully occupied our older boys including our favourite, the very generously sized beautiful heated pool with such lovely furniture around it. We all had a wonderful stay and will be recommending The Threshing Barn to all our family and friends. We would love to return one day. Thank you!”
“We stayed for 4 nights and were a family group of 14 adults, 4 children and an infant. George was most helpful in arranging room configurations to suit our group. With a bit of juggling we managed to fit 7 cars in the parking area. The photos are a true reflection of accommodation and facilities. The Hosts laid on a welcoming pack of scones, jam, cream and tea. The games and pool times were a big hit with the children and adults and even in a heatwave we enjoyed the jacuzzi and sauna. There are plenty of local attractions and nearby Langport has a Tesco making stocking up on food and beverages easy. We would certainly book a future family get-together at the Threshing Barns.”
“Our group of 14 had a lovely time, enjoying the great number of amenities, meaning everyone always had something to do and an easy way to relax after exploring the local area. We particularly enjoyed the farm shop next door, Harry's Cider which was just a short walk away, and Haynes Motor Museum that was far bigger and more diverse than expected. Naturally, given the great weather, we spent the majority of our time in the garden. The extendable shade on the back of the house covering the decked area came in handy to provide some respite from the sun. Beds were comfortable and kitchen was well equipped. The only downside was the number of flies - we bought some sticky fly traps in Somerton not too far away to combat them. Nothing much the hosts could do, just one of those things given the location (farmland and orchards) and the extended period of hot weather we've had recently. All-in-all, we would highly recommend staying here. Thanks Gill”
“We had a lovely family stay at Gill’s property. It was perfect for what we wanted! The only thing that slightly let it down was the number of flies in the kitchen, we think that more sticky strips might help but then again it might just be because of the weather and the age of the building. The pool was amazing, and we felt like we were abroad on holiday. The rooms were decorated really nicely and overall we loved our stay. Would definitely stay again!”
“We stayed here for a hen do and were a range of ages. We wanted somewhere where we could all relax and unwind with beautiful scenery and great amenities and this was absolutely perfect! We had so much fun in the swimming pool and hot tub and there was lots of lawn space for Yoga. Gill and George were so responsive and have created an amazing pack of recommended activities and caterers etc which we used for most of the activities that we did. The kitchen was so well equipped and the recommended caterer was unbelievable! This air bnb was everything we wanted and more and I would 10000% recommend it to anyone and everyone!”
“Party of 9 - we had 3 of the farm buildings, including the main Threshing Barn. Absolutely beautiful surroundings which made it private as well as relaxing. We used all the facilities, particularly loved the pool which we had to ourselves for particular timed slots - preferred this arrangement to sharing. We were a mixture of ages so having the jacuzzi, pool table, darts, football table and table tennis worked really well. The accommodation is clean, comfortable and all in good condition - beds/duvets super comfy. The recommendations worked really well - we had private dining at the house from a local catering team (thekitchengardensomerset) and a trip along the local river on a community owned boat you can hire (Duchess Of Cocklemoor) .. really recommend both. Will definitely be visiting again!”
“We had an exceptional stay at Little Upton! From our very first inquiry, communication was seamless, and the team responded to all of our questions incredibly quickly. Every single interaction with the staff reflected top-tier professionalism, making us feel completely valued and at ease throughout our trip.The property itself was immaculate, comfortable, and beautifully maintained. The location is perfect—while it is highly accessible right on the main road, the house is perfectly insulated; once you are inside, you cannot hear a single vehicle passing by. Even though we live just 40 minutes away, the peaceful atmosphere made us feel like we were holidaying abroad! We loved our stay so much that we are already looking to book again for Christmas, as well as another trip next year.A massive thank you to George, Gill, and Charlie for your wonderful hospitality. We truly could not have asked for better hosts and highly recommend this beautiful place.”
“A great place to stay, especially as a bigger group. So many things to do with the pool, hot tub, games room, sauna etc. The barns were stunning and clean, had everything you needed. Beds were super comfortable and it was so quiet and peaceful. Pool was heated as well. Recommend to anyone coming for a family or friend holiday.”
“There were 13 of us staying it was fantastic great weather allowed full use of the pool. We visited the farm next door on the Sunday morning for vintage car meet and had a couple of ciders at Harry’s. The place was fantastic thank you”
Before you book The Threshing Barn.
Does The Threshing Barn have a private pool?+
No. Guests use the shared heated pool in the walled garden, open May–September, with a private 2.5-hour session for your house each day. The hot tub and sauna are private to the barn.
How are the bedrooms split across the barns?+
There are eight bedrooms across three buildings. The Courtyard Barn has two ensuite doubles, the Apple Barn has two bedrooms and a bathroom, and the rest are in the main Threshing Barn.
Is The Threshing Barn wheelchair accessible?+
No, it is not suitable for wheelchair users. Vedalworks is our step-free house.
Can we bring a dog?+
Yes. Dogs are welcome at The Threshing Barn — tell us about your dog before booking so we can prepare. Please keep your dog with you, and keep bedrooms, furniture and pool areas dog-free.
What games are there?+
An outdoor games area with table tennis, table football and a pool table, plus darts.
Is it good for families?+
Yes. Separate barns give families their own space, and the big kitchen brings everyone back together for meals.
What time is check-in and check-out?+
Check-in from 4pm; check-out by 10am. Someone will be here to welcome you when you arrive and to help with anything you need. If you don’t need us, you won’t see us.
How do we get here from London?+
Approximately 2.5 hours from London by car, depending on your starting point and traffic. Check your route for your travel dates. A Berrys coach from London stops about five minutes from Little Upton. The nearest railway stations are Yeovil Junction (about 25 minutes by car), Castle Cary (about 20 minutes) and Taunton (about 30 minutes).
What is the payment schedule?+
10% of the total is due when you book, a further 40% 120 days before arrival, and the balance 60 days before arrival. Payments made are non-refundable.
Are hen weekends and big birthdays welcome?+
Yes. Hen weekends, milestone birthdays, reunions and family gatherings are what the houses are for. Outdoor quiet hours run 10pm–8am and hot tubs close at 10pm; music and celebrating inside the house are welcome after 10pm. Tell us about your plans before booking. Extra visitors need our written agreement, and unauthorised parties aren’t allowed.
Can everyone eat together, and can we hire a private chef?+
Yes. Every house seats the whole group together indoors. For a night off cooking, choose a private chef or caterer from our vetted local list; chefs are a paid extra, booked with the supplier.
Is there a wheelchair-accessible, step-free house?+
Yes. Vedalworks is single level with no steps inside or out, including to the pool and hot tub. It has a wet room with a comfort-height toilet and shower seat, disabled parking and a guest entrance wider than 81cm.