This is certainly a shepherd hut with a difference – for starters, it’s got a hot tub and underfloor heating. Add to that breathtaking views, a working-farm setting and access to a shared tennis court and you will have the perfect spot for enjoying some quiet time with your partner and cherished pet. This welcoming retreat in the heart of Devon is nestled between an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and a national park, putting you in a perfect position for long walks through the countryside that you and your pet will adore.
Inside, a small-but-perfectly-formed space has everything you need for your cosy holiday – a well-equipped kitchen, a seating area and a dining table. There’s even enough room for a king-size bed! Extra touches like a wood burner and a heated towel rail make the shepherd’s hut feel homely and welcoming. Outside there’s a raised decked area where you can have lunch outside on sunny days plus an enclosed garden for Scruffy to run free in. Challenge your other half to a game of tennis while the dog wistfully looks on.
The house is in a rural location 1.5 miles from Uplowman, a small village. Tiverton is 4 miles away – here you’ll find dog-friendly pubs and a canal where you can hire a boat. Drive the 12 miles to Exmoor to take Scruffy on energetic journeys through peaceful moorland and stunning river valleys. Wimbleball Lake (16.5 miles) is a great option if you want to go canoeing or sailing or cross the national park to Minehead (27 miles) for a fun day at the seaside.