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Otter's Holt Shepherd's Hut
The stunning World Heritage Jurassic Coast stretches right into east Devon and, just a few miles inland from magical Budleigh Salterton on the coast, Woodbury Common with its Iron Age fort on the skyline and close to Coleridge's historic home town of Ottery St Mary, a dedicated meadow at Knightstone Farm awaits you - the setting for Otter's Holt, a dog friendly shepherd's hut with hot tub.
Accessed via a quaint country lane, this cosy off-grid hideaway is set in its own wonderfully tranquil location and is perfect for those looking for a digital detox. Here you will share the setting with an intriguing range of wildlife; foxes, deer, badgers, an otter if you are lucky and, quite amazingly, the wild beavers that live secretly by the river bank - really! Otter's Holt is a beautifully handcrafted shepherd's hut for up to two adults and two children, with a king-size double bed and pull-down/up bunk-beds (2'6" wide, for children only) within its clever, space saving design.
The fully fitted kitchen includes a mini fridge and mini oven with double hob (run on gas), and there is an en suite shower-room with shower, wash-basin and proper flushing loo. You have your own large patio-area - complete with a wood-fired hot tub and table and chairs to the front, as well as a delightful snug fire-pit area to the side, where toasting marshmallows under the stars is a must.
Sharing your location, but set within their own meadow just above Otter's Holt is Rancher's Hut, a gorgeous cabin for four. All hideaways share the fabulous DeliVita pizza oven, so remember to bring all the necessary ingredients - including your favourite toppings of course!
You will have a real taste of self-sufficiency at Otter's Holt; it's off-grid so a generous supply of firewood is provided throughout your stay for the wood-burner, which will keep you cosy and warm (the hut is fully insulated too). There is a solar panel to power the lighting and charge your mobile if needs be too. Your first bag of logs for the hot tub is included and the owner will top-up your supplies as required - all at a very reasonable cost.
Features
- Dogs welcome (1 only)
- Arrive/Depart Friday
- Short breaks available
- Hot tub/Outdoor bath
- Wood-burner/Open fire
- Private parking for 1 car
- WiFi
- No smoking
- Pub 1 mile
- Patio furniture and fire-pit barbecue and barbecue
- Logs for the hot tub – first bag free thereafter pay owner £10 per bag (At cost)
- Logs for the shared pizza oven (At cost)
- Great location for walkers
- Experience Farming Life
- Wood-fired Hot tub
- Honesty shop on site
- Unique Hideaways
- Eco Cottage
- Off-grid
- Garden/Outside space
- Working farm
- Private parking
- Hot tub
- Dogs welcome
- Open fire/wood-burner
- Linen and towels included
- Near a pub
- Barbecue
Availability, reservations and pricing: £94 to £155 per week
Located Ottery St Mary
Customer reviews
Good or bad, we publish all the reviews left by the guests who have stayed at this property.
Mrs Glass
We have just had the best weekend staying here. The views were absolutely stunning and the shepherds hut was gorgeous and had everything we needed. The kids loved every second. It's in a great location too with everything you need just a short drive away. The owners were so helpful and accommodating too. We will definitely be coming back and would recommend this to anyone looking for a relaxing trip away.
Mr Broomfield
We stayed here for 3 nights, haven driven up from London, and i could not recommend this highly enough. The property, the farm and surroundings were amazing. The Shepherds Hut was extremely cozy, and easily accommodated me, my wife and 2 teenage children. Amazing location with a hot tub you have to heat with fire wood, which is an amazingly, organic feeling having to do it this way. When we arrived, the key is in the door waiting and the owner arrives within 20 minutes to welcome you. It's a 2 minute drive into the main town, which has everything from Superstore, to restaurants and pubs, and there are several beaches with amazing coastal walks, just a 20 minute drive away. highly recommended and will definitely go back
Miss Barter
Beautiful shepherds hut! Really good location close to Sidmouth and the owners were very easy to contact.
Mr Crawford
A great little place, with a beautiful log-burner hot-tub, tucked away, surrounded by owl-song and perfect for connecting back to yourself and the animate world. Vicki and Dave were wonderful hosts: gracious, kind and very helpful. We'd love to return.
Mr Mayne
Had a wonderful stay at otters holt. It was lovely to relax in the hot tub and to watch the beavers in the nature pond of an evening. The hosts were very friendly and helpful with finding things to do locally. We would definitely consider staying here again
Mrs Mcardle
Beautiful little hut in a very peaceful small site. The hut was surprisingly large inside and had everything we needed. The beds were really comfortable, I actually slept in the bottom bunk as I was with my two kids and one of them is much bigger than me. Despite this I slept so well as the area was so quiet and peaceful. The fire pit was great to sit round at night and watch the cows.
Mrs Beston
Hosts were amazing and helpful. Lots of storage was really surprised and the overall feel of the place was really lovely. Would definitely come again but maybe in summer when nice and dry. It's hard work heating the log burner for the hot tub but was a nice experience. But personal preference would favour the ease of an electric jacuzzi. Also struggled with no easy heating such as radiator and lots of kids in terms of trying to dry out clothes on very wet days.
Mr Trott
Lovely stay and great service would stay here again Thanks
Mrs Symonds
Stunning location and a beautiful little place to stay. The shepherds hut had everything we needed for a peaceful and lovely long weekend away. Vikki and Dave were very welcoming and helpful.
Mrs Pietras
I liked absolutely everything in that place, starting from the location, which is close to the see and in the middle of nowhere and finishing with rabbits and squirrels around me during the early breakfast!! I recommend it to everyone who want to clear their mind.
Mr Coote
Website easy to use, made looking for properties easy. Even had to call just to ask some extra questions, staff was so helpful and seemed happy to help.
Mr hall
Fantastic location, fantastic hut, friendly and helpful owners. All in all a great experience that was also great value for money.
Miss Burden
Had such a lovely stay at Otters Holt! We were welcomed very well and found the bed so comfy! Hot tub and pizza oven made the stay even more memorable, it was the perfect escape.
Mrs Farrell
We really enjoyed our stay at Otters Holt Shepherd's Hut. The hut was beautifully decorated, including details with Christmas decorations and lights, which made it very special. The beds were very comfortable and the hut was more spacious than I'd expected and the perfect size for our family of 2 adults and 2 children with a good sized shower and well-equipped kitchenette. The log burner warmed up the space very quickly and made a very cosy atmosphere. Vicki and Dave were excellent hosts. The hot tub was a lovely addition and was worth the wait whilst it heated up! The area is beautiful - peaceful and secluded, yet close to Ottery st Mary and some lovely walks. We had a delicious meal at the Golden Lion in Tipton-st-John and enjoyed our stay very much.
Mr Ando
Thank you for a very enjoyable half term stay with my family. Look forward to visiting again in the future.
Ms Sheppard
Lovely cosy hut we will definitely be returning ??
Mrs Goldspink
We enjoyed a fabulous week-long stay in the shepherds hut. The accommodation had everything you would ever need and the privacy and relaxing location close to the sea made the holiday.
Mrs Clata
Excellent place. Very accomodating and helpful owner.
Mrs Hopersberger
This has been one of the best holidays and it’s all down to the amazing hosts at Otters Holt. They went out of their way to make us feel welcome and truly part of the family. The shepherds hut was outstanding!! We can’t wait to go back!
Miss Ellis
We had a wonderful stay at the Shepherds Hut, all the little details and touches made all the difference. The location was beautiful, the owners were really helpful and we couldn’t fault the stay in any way. We’ll definitely be visiting again and recommending to our friends and family.
Mrs Balasco
Think more detailed instructions regarding how the pizza oven and hot tub work would be really helpful.
Mrs James
Beautiful location. Perfect for exploring the Jurassic Coast. The hut was clean and cosy. Space was very well utilised inside. We would definitely visit again.
Miss Fox
We had a truly wonderful stay, fantastic hosts and the most gorgeous place! Will definitely be recommending to friends and family!
Mr McComb
Great location and very nice setting. However, let down by the lack of electricity.
Mr Hampton
The hut was lovely. My kids loved the space around it and what was to offer . A nice touch was to look around and Dave and Vicki farm. Would go again Thanks
Mrs Dewey
Beautiful setting very relaxing and enjoyable stay
Mr Keightley
Amazing family holiday with our two little ones, fully caters for all. We loved it and will definitely recommend and will return.
Miss Conway
We want to say thank you to Dave and Vicki for letting us use your little retreat in the heart of Ottery St Mary, we had the most fantastic time and came away well and truly relaxed. The facilities at Otters Holt Sheperds Hut exceeded our expectations, the little hamper of necesssities is a cute added extra and was very unexpected. The bed was very comfortable and the jacuzzi was fabulous! We cannot wait to return.
Miss Blanchard
Really lovely relaxing stay. Beautiful hut
Mr Rose
Lovely quiet location and beautiful shepherds hut.
Mr Jones
The hut is cosy and very comfortable, in a stunning location. The owners were great vand very helpful, and you could tell there cared about us and our Comfort during the stay. It will be a Place we will happily come bak too.
Mrs Jenner
Absolutely charming place and people, highly recommended!
Miss House
My boyfriend and I stayed here and we had an amazing few days! The hut, surroundings, hot tub and surrounding towns were amazing! We enjoyed going over to the farm and seeing the general day to day running, it was very insightful and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay st Otters Holt! Thank you so much for making our stay memorable!
Mrs Swales
Liked everything!! very accomodating and could not have asked for more.
Miss Childs
Amazing hosts who attended our every need. Supplied extra towles AND robes after a hot tub accident! Superb location. Love!
Miss Hibbert
Otter's Holt was a perfect setting for a weekend away with my boyfriend, we loved every second of being there and wished for it not to end! Vicki and Dave were very helpful and lovely hosts. The Hut was beautifully decorated and everything was thought of to cater for our basic needs. Only thing that would have been useful was a plug socket or adapter for my hairdryer :) the hot tub was a big bonus along with the beautiful country surroundings in which to explore and relax in. A really lovely and relaxed weekend in all!
Ms Hennessy
We loved our stay! The hut was gorgeous and the perfect base for us and our little girl. It was well thought out and had relaxing, calming decor which perfectly complemented the idyllic countryside setting. The hot tub was a wonderful bonus as it enabled us to enjoy the surrounding views even though the weather wasn't as warm as we had hoped, but even so the weather didn't totally spoil our stay as the Hut was surprisingly warm and this made for a cosy feel! It shows that a Shepherd's Hut holiday need not depend on weather, despite being in the middle of a field! In fact, the location felt secluded and yet easily accessible from the road so it was perfect! I'd like to have been able to plug my hairdryer in and the addition of a toaster or microwave for greater ease might have been handy but these are just minor points and didn't impact upon our enjoyment of our Shepherd's Hut experience! We loved the Honesty Shop too - fab idea! Have already recommended to friends! Classic Cottages made booking very easy and we felt confident with the process. It was good to receive a little printed pack in the post, for added reassurance. Thumbs up for a very positive experience all round
Mrs Thomas
Wonderful shepherds hut with everything you could possibly need. Set in a beautiuful quiet setting.
Mr Jardine
Very cosy, very clean and well equipped hut... a very nice place to visit for a short break!
Ms Britton
Wonderfully quirky accommodation with all the modern comforts. Beautifully decorated with a lovely country feel. A truly memorable stay.