With beautiful interiors, this gorgeous shepherd’s hut offers the perfect bolthole for those who want to get away from it all, with countryside views and a wood-fired hot tub. Peacefully tucked away on the Blackdown Hills on the Somerset/Devon border, this is the perfect location for those wishing to walk or cycle in this Area of Outstanding National Beauty, there are bikes available to borrow from the owners of the property. The village of Churchinford (1 mile) is home to a shop/post office and a pub. Taunton, the County Town of Somerset, is 8 miles and has an extensive shopping mix, restaurants, the County Cricket ground and a racecourse. The Jurassic coast is a must-see with the seaside towns of Lyme Regis (23 miles), Sidmouth and Seaton (both 21 miles) all within easy reach.

Step inside this adorable shepherd’s hut through a stable door and into the perfectly designed living and sleeping area. This wonderful space includes a king-size bed where you can enjoy undisturbed countryside views with the warming wood burner crackling away in the background. The compact kitchen area is well equipped so you can prepare fresh ingredients for a tasty supper and there is even a breakfast bar with stools. Completing this cosy accommodation is an en-suite shower room.

Further delights await outside – situated within a small paddock, with countryside views and a lovely enclosed garden that wraps around the shepherd’s hut. There is garden furniture and a firepit, blankets are provided so guests can enjoy stargazing whilst toasting some marshmallows. The private wood-fired hot tub is particularly inviting at night when guests can enjoy the warm water under the star-filled skies.

House Rules

Additional information and rules

1 dog allowed per booking. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog

- 1 king-size bed
- 1 shower room with rainfall shower and WC
- Induction 2-ring hob and fridge with freezer compartment
- Wood burner (first basket of logs supplied)
- Please note there is no TV or Wi-Fi, but you can get a mobile phone signal and 4G
- Enclosed garden with seating and firepit (initial supply of logs included)
- Wood-fired hot tub (initial supply of logs included)
- Bathrobes and blankets to snuggle up with in front of the fire pit included
- Bikes are available for guests to borrow
- Private parking for 2 cars
- Pub and shop 1 mile
- Regret no babies or children due to this being a couples retreat
- 2 night minimum stay at this property

Additional information and rules

1 dog allowed per booking. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog

- 1 king-size bed
- 1 shower room with rainfall shower and WC
- Induction 2-ring hob and fridge with freezer compartment
- Wood burner (first basket of logs supplied)
- Please note there is no TV or Wi-Fi, but you can get a mobile phone signal and 4G
- Enclosed garden with seating and firepit (initial supply of logs included)
- Wood-fired hot tub (initial supply of logs included)
- Bathrobes and blankets to snuggle up with in front of the fire pit included
- Bikes are available for guests to borrow
- Private parking for 2 cars
- Pub and shop 1 mile
- Regret no babies or children due to this being a couples retreat
- 2 night minimum stay at this property


Host Terms & Conditions

The Travel Chapter Limited, trading as “holidaycottages·co·uk”, acts as agent for the property owner. Therefore, when you make a booking the contract is between you and the owner. Please note our terms and conditions will also apply when you make a booking. These can be found in the footer of our website, holidaycottages·co·uk.

Full travel and key collection instructions will be emailed directly to you upon receipt of full payment.