Guests say
The Shepherd's Hut offers a peaceful and cosy retreat in a beautiful rural setting, perfect for relaxation and dog-friendly stays. Guests consistently praise the cleanliness, comfort, and well-equipped facilities, including a log burner and modern amenities. The tranquil location, surrounded by wildlife and scenic walks, is highly appreciated, as are the friendly and helpful hosts. The hut is compact but thoughtfully designed, making excellent use of space. Occasional comments mention proximity to another hut and muddy conditions in winter, but overall, guests thoroughly enjoy their stay and frequently express a desire to return.
Cleanliness is frequently highlighted, with guests describing the hut as very clean, tidy, and well-maintained. Only one minor mention of muddy floors due to weather, but this did not detract from the overall impression.
The rural, peaceful location surrounded by fields, wildlife, and scenic walks is a major highlight. Guests enjoy the tranquillity and proximity to local villages, though a car is recommended for exploring further afield.
Guests consistently mention the hut's comfort, including a cosy atmosphere, comfortable bed, and warmth from the log burner. The space is compact but well-designed for relaxation.
The hut is praised for being extremely well-equipped, with a modern kitchen, shower room, washer/dryer, and outdoor seating. Facilities are described as exceeding expectations for a property of this size.
Guests appreciate the friendly, proactive hosts and thoughtful touches such as a welcome pack and advice on local walks. Please note that gifts or welcome packs are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Surround yourself with tranquillity and escape to this superbly equipped shepherd’s hut deep in the countryside of beautiful Herstmonceux.. 2 steps to entrance.
All on the
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: 32" TV, Smart Freeview TV, Netflix, Electric Woodburner
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Induction Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Dishwasher, Washer Dryer
Bedroom area: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Patio with garden furniture. 32½-acre grounds (shared with other properties on-site). 1 dog welcome, to be kept on a lead at all times (working farm). Private parking for 1 car. No smoking. Please note: There is a fenced pond in the grounds, 30 yards away. No babies or toddlers.. The perfect place for those looking to enjoy a relaxing break in a quirky modern shepherd’s hut! The Shepherd’s Hut at Calvesfield Shaw is a cosy retreat with a fully-equipped kitchen, shower room, Smart television, double bed, and a wood burner to keep you warm. With the outdoors at heart, it opens onto a large decking area with dining facilities and seating, with sweeping views across its own 5 acres of surrounding fields. It is set on a working farm totalling 37½ acres, which guests are also free to roam around and explore. There are sheep, geese, ducks, chickens, and a fenced pond 30 yards from the entrance. Being fully insulated and with the cosy wood burner the hut is toasty all year round and can make for a romantic getaway in the winter months. With a hardcore drive allowing you to drive down to the hut to drop off luggage and stepping stones to get to the door, you won’t need to worry about muddy boots until you head off exploring. Whether it’s a crisp winter morning or a sunny summer day Calvesfield Shaw offers the perfect hideaway.
Herstmonceux is not only home to the hands-on Observatory Science Centre housed amongst the domes and telescopes of the former Royal Greenwich Observatory but there is also the magnificent Herstmonceux Castle with its Elizabethan gardens to wander around. The town also produces Henner’s medal-winning sparkling wine, and because Sussex has a sunny climate and chalky subsoil (the same as that in Champagne in France), the county also produces wonderful sparkling wines. To access your nearest beach, take a short car journey to Pevensey where the Romans landed, and you can tackle the beautiful 31-mile 1066 Country Walk which starts at Pevensey via Herstmonceux, and on to Battle and then the Cinque Port town of Rye. Golf and fishing lakes are close by. For a spot of sightseeing, you can take the train to London from Polegate. Beach 8 miles. Shop, pub, and restaurant 1¼ miles.
The Shepherd’ Hut at Calvesfield Shaw can be booked together with Chilsham Barn, Moorhen (UK41448) and Badgers (UK46750) to accommodate up to 8 guests.
Free WiFi
The property is located on a working farm.
No babies or toddlers.
There is open water in the property grounds.
Pets must be kept on a lead at all times.
Suitable for up to 1 pet
Reviews (25)
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Christopher Quinnell
Lovely place to go and stay had a very chilled 7 days loved all the wild life around us The hut was very clean and well equipped and lots to do in the local area
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Confirmed Guest
Totally delightful hut. The field was, understandable wet and soggy, but what did we expect in late January!The setting is beautiful, the sheep in the field as neighbours and the cotes on the pond at the rear all very quiet. The little black pony, although not forward was very sweet.The accommodation is amazing. With the 2 of us and our medium size dog there was plenty of room. Warm and cosy. Every mod con you could need (even a washer/dryer). From the bird song in the morning to the owls at night, it was a shear delight staying here.
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Confirmed Guest
We stayed for 2 nights in December at the Shepherd's Hut and absolutely loved it. We wanted peace and quiet and this is what it offered. The weather was pretty awful and it rained solidly for most of our stay, but the wood burner made it super cosy, the hut has been really well thought out for space and comfort, plenty of cooking equipment and a comfortable bed. Lovely to hear the cows mooing, owls twit-twoo-ing and ducks on the pond in front of the hut. Superb! We'd love to revisit in the summer.