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Hembury Gate The Shepherds Hut

Sheepwash, near Great Torrington, Devon
Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
No Dogs
5 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Shepherd hut
Glamping
Quirky
Romantic
Luxury
Internet access
Hot Tub
EV Charging
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Decorated for Christmas
Downstairs bathroom
Complex
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At a glance

  • Beautifully presented shepherd's hut offering spacious and comfortable accommodation throughout
  • Lovingly fitted and furnished in a contemporary country style, with a wood-fired hot tub
  • Secluded paddock setting with a fabulous outside space and boasting direct access onto a public footpath
Property code: OC-82862

Set in a delightful, secluded spot in the heart of the stunning Devon countryside, this gorgeously furnished shepherd’s hut makes a fabulous base for a relaxing, quirky and romantic glamping experience. Offering beautiful and surprisingly spacious accommodation for two guests, the hut is set in a lovely paddock just a couple of miles from the quaint village of Sheepwash. Featuring a soothing wood-fired hot tub, a decked veranda and a charming summerhouse with a TV and BBQ, this superb property makes a tranquil retreat for couples in search of a fantastic rural getaway.

 

A few steps lead up to the veranda and into the hut. The main room comprises a beautifully laid-out and fully equipped kitchen/diner, light-filled with superb views over the countryside. With a charming dining area, warming wood burner and a well-appointed kitchen, this is a fantastic spot for cooking and sharing your favourite meals. A door leads through to the bedroom, with the elevated double bed accessed by a ladder, and with a pretty view from the porthole window. The hut also has a stylish shower room. Outside, you can sit back on the furnished decked veranda or head over to the charming enclosed summerhouse with a BBQ, Pizza oven and plenty of seating and a TV. The garden has a lawn with outdoor furniture and an inviting hot tub.

 

Walkers and cyclists can follow a variety of paths, with the Tarka Trail passing nearby. Dartmoor National Park is to the south (13.5 miles) or you can head north-west to discover the rugged Hartland Heritage Coast (15 miles) and the sandy beach of Westward Ho! (16 miles). The hut is within easy reach of the historic market town of Great Torrington (7.5 miles), where there’s a great choice of restaurants and pubs, along with RHS Garden Rosemoor and Dartington Crystal.

  • 1 double bedroom
  • 1 shower room with WC
  • Electric oven and 2-ring gas hob, microwave, and fridge with ice compartment
  • Wood burner
  • Smart TV with ROKU stick in the outdoor undercover area
  • Decked veranda with seating, lawn garden with garden furniture, and undercover outdoor enclosed cooking area with charcoal BBQ and Pizza oven
  • Private wood-fired hot tub
  • The owner provides a generous unlimited supply of logs (this covers the wood fired hot tub, fire pit and wood burner)
  • Private parking for 1 car
  • Beach 18 miles, shop 7 miles, pub 2 miles
  • Please note that the double bed is elevated and accessed by a purpose-constructed ladder
  • Electric vehicle charging on site
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed

Carly Hookway

This property is personally managed by Carly.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 28 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Sam 23rd June 2026

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Absolutely gorgeous location & the shepherds hut is just perfect. Beautifully thought out in every way! A perfect dream little hide away.

Reviewed by Richard 10th June 2026

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The shepherd's hut is really beautiful. I chose it as I because I could see that it was very well appointed but also very private so that we could feel totally away from it all without other neighbouring huts like so many other places. We had it all to ourselves. It's really hard to think of anything that we needed during our stay. The kitchen was Read morereally well equipped. No need to bring the basics. Right down to foil and plastic wrap. The hut exudes quality. Nice linen, lots of towels, stylish crockery, radio, bedroom TV and lots of nice little touches like sprigs if rosemary tucked into the towels and a nice cream tea waiting on the table when we arrived. What more could you ask for, really! Such a lot of though has been put into this place. Outside you will find the summerhouse with a stylish open fire and cosy sheepskin rugs, BBQ cooking tools, pizza oven and a big TV with streaming services available. Also a hot tub fire pitt an plenty of seating areas to enjoy alfresco dining. Including an outdoor sofa overlooking the fields and the far reaching views. If you like a bit of solitude then this is the right place. The only thing we heard all weekend apart from the birdsong was the two donkeys in the neighbouring field. This is a charming and incredibly well appointed little hideaway in which to escape the world. Hide

Reviewed by Tomas 26th May 2026

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Perfect place to relax, its a small paradise

Reviewed by Allun 9th May 2026

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Absolutely everything we had hoped for and more. Perfect location and accommodation to escape the city. Everything we needed had been thought of and provided. Would totally recommend and use again.

Reviewed by Clare 25th April 2026

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Stunning location, beautifully presented and wonderful to see so much wildlife and amazing dark skies. We would love to go back again!

Reviewed by Charlie 30th January 2026

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This place is a slice of heaven! This is our second time staying here and we enjoyed it just as much this time as before (April 2024). The Hut itself is so cosy and cute, an added bonus is the separate bed to sofa/dining table as this isn't found in a lot of huts. Everything within the hut was immaculate. The hot tub and separate space with pizza oRead moreven were perfect. The location is secluded and private with no one overlooking the hot tub / entrance etc. We would happily stay here again! Hide

Reviewed by Shkar 26th January 2026

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We had a fantastic holiday staying at this lovely cottage in Devon. The property was spotless, comfortable, and very well equipped, making our stay easy and relaxing. The setting was peaceful and perfect for a quiet break, with beautiful surroundings and great places to explore nearby. The owners were friendly, welcoming, and very helpful throughouRead moret our stay. We felt at home from the moment we arrived. We would definitely stay here again and highly recommend this cottage to anyone looking for a Hide

Reviewed by Liam 16th January 2026

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Me and my girlfriend stayed here for our first getaway together. From the moment we pulled up we were in love with this place. All the little extra touches where no problem for the hosts, Happy birthday balloons and champagne there when we arrived and even a little carrot cake which was a nice surprise. The hut itself is very spacious and very comfRead moreortable. The outside area was secluded with great views across the countryside. We loved spending each evening in the hot tub after our days out! Hide

Reviewed by Daniel 21st November 2025

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Stayed here last weekend and we loved it. It was our first mini break away together and it was everything and more that we could have wished for. A perfect romantic getaway, or somewhere to get away from all the busy life and just relax overlooking the stunning views. You will not be disappointed by the shepards hut, and all the little extras they Read moreprovide is really special. Hide

Reviewed by Lucy 5th October 2025

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The best trip ever! Such an amazing hidden little gem, with everything you need and more! The most welcoming and cosiest holiday!

Reviewed by Mark 1st August 2025

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A lovely spot for a proper countryside escape - peaceful, beautifully kept, and with donkeys for neighbours! Right in the heart of some gorgeous scenery, perfect for unwinding and switching off. The owner is warm and welcoming, and has clearly thought of everything you might need for a comfortable stay. The place itself is immaculately presented, aRead morend youre spoilt for choice with great food and drink nearby. Thoroughly recommended for anyone looking to slow down and soak up a bit of rural charm. Hide

Reviewed by Emma 13th July 2025

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Reviewed by Edward 4th July 2025

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I surprised my wife with a birthday trip to this beautiful Shepherd's Hut and it was great. From arrival with the very friendly Julie and delicious cream tea and the lovely birthday decorations to the donkeys in the field next door, we absolutely loved our stay and would highly recommend. Very cosy, clean and well equipped.

Reviewed by Nicola 13th June 2025

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Absolutely gorgeous, every little detail from the crockery to the bedding was high class. Spotlessly clean. A perfect hideaway in the beautiful countryside. Prosecco and cream tea on our arrival!

Reviewed by Tanya 4th April 2025

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We had a 3 night stay, which was everything we could have wished for & more. The Shepherds Hut was amazing, beautiful touches throughout & a very welcome afternoon tea with prosecco laid out for our arrival (which was most welcome after our 3 hr journey). The location of the Hut gives a super amount of privacy & the fire pit & outdoor hut with pizzRead morea hut were positioned beautifully in readiness for great suns sets. Friendly hosts - Couldn't have wished for a better time away! Hide

Reviewed by Shannon 14th March 2025

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Reviewed by Richard 12th February 2025

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A beautiful shepherds hut with a hottub and pizza oven outhouse. Only stayed for 2 nights but will definitely be heading back again.

Reviewed by David 31st January 2025

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Reviewed by Josie 18th January 2025

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Reviewed by Dan 17th November 2024

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We had a fantastic stay in this beautiful well kept shepards hut, a bottle of prosecco and fresh scones on arrival, a warm wood fired hot tub with fresh dressing gowns awaiting. Its a perfect cosy getaway, the scenery is gorgeous, with local walks and pubs around. The owners very friendly and gave us some more wood for the tub we spend alot of timeRead more in due to the weather being a bit rubbish. Would highly reccomend and would love to stay again, the hut is just beautiful, thankyou so much! Hide

Reviewed by Jasmine 11th October 2024

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What an amazing stay we have had at the shepards hut! The hosts are lovely and the hut itself has everything you could need and more! From making pizzas in the pizza oven, toasting marshmallows in the fire pit and using the hot tub after a long day exploring its fantastic. Would recommend this for all who need an escape from reality and dive into tRead morehe countryside l Hide

Reviewed by Rob 27th September 2024

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An amazing weekend spent here for my wifes surprise birthday getaway. The Shepards Hut was of a very high standard with excellent features and plenty of comforts options and lovely little finishing touches left by the owners like fresh cut flowers, cream teas and Prosecco left on our arrival. We will be looking at future dates to return and enjoy tRead morehis great place again soon. Hide

Reviewed by Alice 20th September 2024

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The loveliest little get away for our anniversary, only got to explore the first and second day as the heavens opened on the third, but we had a relaxing time just enjoying the hut itself. Definitely recommend getting some bikes and going up the tarka trail, next to the old station in torrington is a restaurant that serves amazing breakfast, and WeRead morestleigh inn does fancy pub grub (the hill up to it is a bit of a challenge on a bike) P.s definitely get carrots for the donkeys Hide

Reviewed by Olivia 13th September 2024

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The hut was beautifully decorated and so cosy

Reviewed by Francesca 26th August 2024

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Reviewed by Julie 18th August 2024

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We had an amazing stay at Hembury Gate farm.The shepherds hut was stunning set in the most beautiful, tranquil place. The hosts are very welcoming and had prepared a lovely cream tea and bottle of bubbly for us to enjoy. We had everything we needed and enjoyed soaking in the hot tub after exploring the area. Its perfect for visiting places like CloRead morevelly and Appledore. We would definitely stay here again! Hide

Reviewed by Tracy 5th August 2024

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The shepherds hut was cosy and comfortable with everything we needed. Beautiful details and thoughtful additionsthe rosemary sprigs in the bathroom were wonderful. We thoroughly enjoyed the hot tub, pizza oven and all the outdoor facilities Including the woods. We also much appreciated our cream tea and wine welcome pack and the hot tub having beenRead more fired up and ready to go. We would highly recommend a stay here. Thank you Hide

Reviewed by Emily 1st August 2024

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Absolutely loved our stay at this gorgeous Shepards hut - everything was perfect so many places to sit and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere. Lovely hosts with nice finishing touching and the bed was so comfortable, thoroughly recommend!!

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