This brilliantly located shepherd’s hut is in a great position for enjoying beach days at Bude (17.5 miles) and stick fetching adventures in Dartmoor National Park (18 miles). Perfect for a quirky romantic retreat with your four-pawed third wheel, find yourself with a surprising amount of space and access to the pretty lakeside summerhouse where you can take a break after waterside walkies.
Wander the owner’s farmland before climbing steps and heading through the stable door to settle in. Beneath the vibrant exterior, the interior has a welcoming feel with tranquil tones creating somewhere lovely for you and your pup to relax. Come rain or shine, light the wood burner or the fire pit for the ultimate cosy night and to warm toes and tails. Tuck the treat jar away on the top shelf and keep an eye on your canine’s antics in the open-plan space before savouring tasty treats rustled up in the small kitchen area. With so much outdoor space to enjoy, take your wag-tailed guest for a scamper anda stroll down to the lake before enjoying a game of mini golf and returning to fire up the BBQ for a sizzling feast. Say good night and drift off in the comfortable king-size bed. There is ample off-road parking.
Make the 20-mile trip to the North Cornish coast and visit one of the dog-friendly beaches including Duckpool, Northcott Mouth and Sandymouth Bay. Spend the day basking in a sandy spot, swimming in the sea or playing with sticks and sandcastles or tread the South West Coast Path and stretch your legs. Treat everyone to a portion of fish and chips or some tit bits to end a wonderful day at the seaside. For an inland adventure on the rugged moors of Dartmoor, travel 18 miles and summit tors, dip in rivers and visit hearty pubs.