Slow Living at The Annexe Yew Tree Cottage
There’s something deeply calming about a garden path. You hear the gentle crunch of gravel underfoot. The air carries the soft scent of flowers. You feel that you’re leaving the rush of everyday life behind.
This path is framed by vibrant blue ceanothus and cottage stone walls. It leads you your retreat: The Annexe Yew Tree Cottage.
Guests often tell us how much they love the feeling of arrival. It’s not just a place to stay; it’s a place to slow down. Mornings begin with birdsong and coffee in the garden. Afternoons invite gentle walks through the surrounding countryside. Evenings are calm and unhurried.
While the setting feels wonderfully rural, you’re never far from culture and history. Bath and Bristol are both just a short drive away. This makes it easy to enjoy museums, theatres, restaurants, and historic streets. You can then return to the peace of the countryside at the end of the day.
The garden changes with the seasons, but the sense of tranquillity remains constant. In spring and summer, flowers spill over pathways; in autumn, the light softens; in winter, the stillness is deeply restorative.

Whether you’re seeking a romantic escape or a solo break to recharge, The Annexe Yew Tree Cottage offers a slower approach. It also provides a gentler way to travel for those simply seeking time to reconnect with nature.
Sometimes, all it takes is a simple garden path to lead you exactly where you need to be.
