Centrally heated 5 star cosy traditionally built Shepherds Hut w/ en suite WC.
With self check in and check out and situated in the owners’ 2 acre grounds overlooking the Sussex Countryside with an orchard just a step away for guests use, this stunning new Shepherds Hut built in the best available traditional materials is perfect for a relaxing break. The property is accessed via its own external oak open tread stairs. The hut has fast fibre, Wifi and internet TV. There are Rolls Royce style starlights over the bed, a stained glass window with private curtains to separate the bed from the rest of the hut and a flame effect electric wood burner to add to the cosy feeling. Hob, microwave, fridge, hot and cold running water, shower and a fully plumbed in WC all add to the convenience of modern living but still with the feeling of being away from it all. The hut is in the far corner of the owners' grounds, conveniently set back from the A28. There are many country walks directly from the hut, several fine pubs are within a 5 - 15 minute drive, beaches are around a 20 minute drive away and many interesting sites nearby including National Trust and English Heritage . Around 20 minutes to Battle, with its famous battlefield and abbey, built to commemorate the Battle of Hastings in 1066. Relive one of the most famous days in history, and join the 1066 walk. Take a trip on the Kent and East Sussex Steam Railway from Tenterden, also known as ’The Jewel of the Weald’, through the Rother Levels to Bodiam, one of the most evocative moated castles (National Trust), built in 1385. Discover the one time coastal smuggling town of Hastings and medieval Cinque Port town of Rye just 8 miles away with its cobbled streets. Picturesque sand dunes and interesting wildlife can be explored at Camber Sands around 30 minutes away.
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Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
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On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Rye
Located in Rye, this cabin is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Camber Sands and High Weald, while Morgan Museum and Rye Castle Museum are cultural highlights. Rye Farm World and Alexandra Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, power boating and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
Great Dixter House and Gardens - 6 min drive - 6.0 km
Bodiam Castle - 9 min drive - 10.7 km
Rye Harbour Nature Reserve - 15 min drive - 16.1 km
Camber Sands - 17 min drive - 16.8 km
The Chapel Down Winery - 19 min drive - 23.0 km
Getting around
Hastings Doleham Station - 8 min drive
Restaurants
The Three Oaks Pub - 8 min drive
White Hart (Beefeater) - 10 min drive
1066 Café - 11 min drive
The Broad Oak - 2 min drive
Conqurers March - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Centrally heated 5 star cosy traditionally built Shepherds Hut w/ en suite WC. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Centrally heated 5 star cosy traditionally built Shepherds Hut w/ en suite WC.?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Centrally heated 5 star cosy traditionally built Shepherds Hut w/ en suite WC.?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Centrally heated 5 star cosy traditionally built Shepherds Hut w/ en suite WC. located?
Situated in a rural location, this cabin is 3 mi (4.8 km) from Great Dixter House and Gardens and within 6 miles (10 km) of Carr Taylor Vineyard and Rye Farm World. Oxney Organic Estate and Bodiam Castle are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Great fews days away in beautiful accommodation in a fantastic area with lots to explore.
Hannah S.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jacqueline
8 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This gorgeous little shepherds hut was perfect for a mini get away! It was quiet with stunning surroundings!
It was a great size for us and had everything that was needed.
A lovely stay, well equipped with everything we needed, the place was clean and more spacious than it looks. Janet and Grant were very helpful when we needed them and recommended us some nice places to visit! Overall a really nice place to stay.
The cabin was so elegantly designed, and beautiful, including a sweet whimsy: little Starlights above the bed! Very comfortable bed, great shower, cozy and well appointed. It had a pocket meadow in front, as a shepherd's hut would, the sheep next door baaed cheerfully. Janet has the Most Beautiful Rose garden, and a lovely White garden-- best of both gardening worlds! Janet is charming and caring. It was a lovely place to stay, so close to Great Dixter Gardens!
annie
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Charlie
26 December 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Absolutely beautiful place to stay and had the most wonderful time. Couldn't recommend highly enough
Cute shepherds hut as described. Self check in and out with no issues. Host never responded when leaving regarding certain instructions and relaying info on a damaged fire pit. Would recommend.
The shepherds hut is in the perfect location on the grounds of its friendly owners. There were lots of places to explore based out from there.
Grant and Jan also had lots of useful information to help enhance our visit.
The Shepherds Hut was better than I ever imagined as a place to stay. Totally self contained but with help available if you needed it. Grant and Janet are the most perfect hosts. I would not hesitate to go back again.
Rosemary E.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Chris
1 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had such a lovely stay at the shepherds hut. Was a special birthday gift to me from my husband. It is so snug and cosy. It is beautifully decorated. The grounds are beautiful and so peaceful. Janet and Grant are lovely hosts. Very friendly and helpful. Of course we couldn’t forget the oh so cute doggies! They came running to see us every morning. Even sitting with my husband on the steps. We would 100% come again and would definitely recommend staying there to anyone. Thank you.
Super gemütlicher, ausgebauter Schäferwagen mit allem Komfort. Sehr geschmackvoll und praktisch eingerichtet. Der Wagen steht in der Ecke eines weitläufigen Grundstücks. Die Vermieter sind auch sehr nett und die Hunde und Meerschweinchen auf dem Gelände auch toll. Ein großer Garten mit Apfelbäumen gehört auch dazu. Sehr empfehlenswert.
Stefan M.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
About the host
Hosted by Janet and Grant
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