Retreat 35077 – Taunton, Somerset

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.