Idyllic Yurt Rental in a Wildflower Meadow near Glastonbury, England

This yurt is located at a glamping site in the rural outskirts of the small village of Butleigh, where it is situated in the northwestern countryside of Somerset, England. From the site, guests will enjoy views that extend over the wildflower meadow on which it is set, all the way to the Mendip Hills, Glastonbury Tor, and the Somerset Levels. The city of Glastonbury is just six miles to the north, allowing guests to enjoy the best of both worlds: the peace and quiet of a rustic, natural setting combined with convenient access to a variety of attractions, restaurants, and shops.

In early April, the surrounding wildflower meadow comes alive with cowslips, which are followed by buttercups that turn it from a vivid yellow to a rich gold. June and July bring rare bee orchids and pyramidal orchids, which are complemented by the royal purple hues of vetch. The tranquility of the meadow is further accentuated by the variety of birds and butterflies that can be seen flitting above it. To help them enjoy their lovely surroundings, guests are provided with a private outdoor space that comes replete with garden furniture, a large parasol, and a fire pit.

For exploring the surrounding countryside, a network of footpaths and bridle paths await guests right outside the property. The yurt is just a 10-minute walk from the Rose and Portcullis pub and a 20-minute walk from Barton Inn, both of which offer high-quality ales and home-cooked country meals. Further afield, guests seeking reconnection to nature can head to the Shapwick, around which they will find the Ham Wall National Nature Reserve, the Shapwick Heath National Nature Reserve, and the Westhay Moor National Nature Reserve. Other nearby natural areas include the Great Breach and Copley Woods, which are home to large blue butterflies.

A bus runs from the village of Butleigh to the city of Glastonbury, which can be reached in about 35 minutes by bus and 15 minutes by car. In and around Glastonbury, guests will find attractions such as Glastonbury Tor, Glastonbury Abbey, Chalice Well, and the Somerset Rural Life Museum. The site is about an hour from Bristol, where the nearest international airport is located.