Romantic luxury shepherd's hut with stunning views
Shepherd’s hut in Garway Hill, United Kingdom
- 2 guests
- 1 bedroom
- 1 bath
Hosted by Mark
- Superhost
- 2 years hosting
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Luxury shepherd’s hut in rural Herefordshire.
A perfect retreat to escape and unwind, the cosy hut overlooks stunning views of the surrounding Herefordshire countryside. The hut has a full-size double bed and wood stove for those chillier evenings. Adjacent to the hut is another character building that boasts a luxury walk-in waterfall shower, flushing toilet and heated towel rail, fluffy towels are also provided. There is also a well equipped kitchen which includes a Nespresso coffee machine.
The space
A unique and comfortable place to stay set in an elevated corner, with its own outdoor space, of our large private garden where we are fortunate to have many varieties of birds including owls, woodpeckers and red kites, etc. In the mornings, as the sun rises far on the horizon over Cotswold Hills, you’ll be greeted by the dawn chorus whilst, in the evenings, you may even see some of our wild hedgehogs as they busy themselves about our garden.
The location is well away from main roads and shops. It is the perfect space to relax and enjoy the peace and quiet deep in the beautiful, unspoiled Herefordshire countryside.
There are many footpaths directly from the hut. One such footpath takes you to the very top of Garway Hill where there are amazing 360° panoramic views, this route passes through some stunning wild woodland where, in the spring, you’ll be rewarded with the sight, and scent, of thousands of wild bluebells. As the path opens up you’ll likely see many of the hills wild ponies and be greeted by the delightful sound of the skylarks high above. This walk is a particular favourite of ours and takes about 30 minutes to reach the top.
There are several charming local country pubs within a four mile radius. The City of Hereford and the thriving market towns of Ross-on-Wye and Monmouth, are all about a 30 minute drive away and boast some fabulous cafés and restaurants. Slightly further afield, you’ll find Symonds Yat, renowned for canoeing, and the wonderfully scenic Wye Valley with its many riverside walks.
Other notable places include the Forest of Dean, popular for mountain biking along its many miles of redundant railway lines, and Hay-on-Wye which has become a world centre for secondhand bookshops as well as hosting its renowned annual literacy festival. It’s worth mentioning here that, as an alternative to the main Golden Valley road to Hay-on-Wye, there’s another route that goes via The Gospel Pass. This route, whilst quite tortuous in places, takes in some absolutely stunning countryside and no drive along it would be complete without stopping at Llanthony where, amongst the remains of the Priory, you’ll find a quaint little Bar in the cellar serving light lunches and refreshments.
Anyone who’s particularly keen on walking would also enjoy hiking the Offa’s Dyke path in The Black Mountains.
About the space -
This idyllic cosy shepherd’s hut has a full-sized double bed with luxury bedding provided. There is a delightful little wood burning stove for those chillier evenings, with logs provided, as well as an electric, oil filled radiator.
The kitchen and shower room building is located next to the hut, it offers a luxury, walk in waterfall shower together with a flushing toilet, sink and heated towel rail with soft, fluffy towels provided. In the kitchen area you’ll find a fridge with small ice box, a Ninja air-fryer, a combination oven and microwave, two single ceramic induction hobs, kettle, toaster and Nespresso coffee machine. There is also crockery, cutlery, glasses, mugs, utensils and saucepans, etc. Heating is via an electric, oil filled radiator.
Both the hut and the kitchen have access to super fast broadband, useful if you require a workspace. There is also a Bose bluetooth speaker and a hair dryer for your use.
The shepherd’s hut is located in its own elevated, sheltered garden with stunning views and is exclusively for your use. There is a picnic table, outdoor seating, sun loungers and a stand for using disposable barbecues - one of which is provided.
Parking is next to the shepherd’s hut garden and we can also offer secure cycle storage if required.
We want to make your stay as perfect and enjoyable as possible.
Guest access
The shepherd’s hut and associated facilities are located in their own elevated, sheltered garden with stunning views and are exclusively for your use.
Parking is on a private drive alongside the above.
Other things to note
Please note that, being a traditional shepherds hut, there are wooden steps leading up to the door.
Unfortunately, due to the nature of our shepherd's hut, our space is unsuitable / unsafe for children and babies. Apologies for this.
The nearest local store is approximately 4 miles away so we recommend bringing any provisions, you may require, with you.
Strictly no pets allowed.
A perfect retreat to escape and unwind, the cosy hut overlooks stunning views of the surrounding Herefordshire countryside. The hut has a full-size double bed and wood stove for those chillier evenings. Adjacent to the hut is another character building that boasts a luxury walk-in waterfall shower, flushing toilet and heated towel rail, fluffy towels are also provided. There is also a well equipped kitchen which includes a Nespresso coffee machine.
The space
A unique and comfortable place to stay set in an elevated corner, with its own outdoor space, of our large private garden where we are fortunate to have many varieties of birds including owls, woodpeckers and red kites, etc. In the mornings, as the sun rises far on the horizon over Cotswold Hills, you’ll be greeted by the dawn chorus whilst, in the evenings, you may even see some of our wild hedgehogs as they busy themselves about our garden.
The location is well away from main roads and shops. It is the perfect space to relax and enjoy the peace and quiet deep in the beautiful, unspoiled Herefordshire countryside.
There are many footpaths directly from the hut. One such footpath takes you to the very top of Garway Hill where there are amazing 360° panoramic views, this route passes through some stunning wild woodland where, in the spring, you’ll be rewarded with the sight, and scent, of thousands of wild bluebells. As the path opens up you’ll likely see many of the hills wild ponies and be greeted by the delightful sound of the skylarks high above. This walk is a particular favourite of ours and takes about 30 minutes to reach the top.
There are several charming local country pubs within a four mile radius. The City of Hereford and the thriving market towns of Ross-on-Wye and Monmouth, are all about a 30 minute drive away and boast some fabulous cafés and restaurants. Slightly further afield, you’ll find Symonds Yat, renowned for canoeing, and the wonderfully scenic Wye Valley with its many riverside walks.
Other notable places include the Forest of Dean, popular for mountain biking along its many miles of redundant railway lines, and Hay-on-Wye which has become a world centre for secondhand bookshops as well as hosting its renowned annual literacy festival. It’s worth mentioning here that, as an alternative to the main Golden Valley road to Hay-on-Wye, there’s another route that goes via The Gospel Pass. This route, whilst quite tortuous in places, takes in some absolutely stunning countryside and no drive along it would be complete without stopping at Llanthony where, amongst the remains of the Priory, you’ll find a quaint little Bar in the cellar serving light lunches and refreshments.
Anyone who’s particularly keen on walking would also enjoy hiking the Offa’s Dyke path in The Black Mountains.
About the space -
This idyllic cosy shepherd’s hut has a full-sized double bed with luxury bedding provided. There is a delightful little wood burning stove for those chillier evenings, with logs provided, as well as an electric, oil filled radiator.
The kitchen and shower room building is located next to the hut, it offers a luxury, walk in waterfall shower together with a flushing toilet, sink and heated towel rail with soft, fluffy towels provided. In the kitchen area you’ll find a fridge with small ice box, a Ninja air-fryer, a combination oven and microwave, two single ceramic induction hobs, kettle, toaster and Nespresso coffee machine. There is also crockery, cutlery, glasses, mugs, utensils and saucepans, etc. Heating is via an electric, oil filled radiator.
Both the hut and the kitchen have access to super fast broadband, useful if you require a workspace. There is also a Bose bluetooth speaker and a hair dryer for your use.
The shepherd’s hut is located in its own elevated, sheltered garden with stunning views and is exclusively for your use. There is a picnic table, outdoor seating, sun loungers and a stand for using disposable barbecues - one of which is provided.
Parking is next to the shepherd’s hut garden and we can also offer secure cycle storage if required.
We want to make your stay as perfect and enjoyable as possible.
Guest access
The shepherd’s hut and associated facilities are located in their own elevated, sheltered garden with stunning views and are exclusively for your use.
Parking is on a private drive alongside the above.
Other things to note
Please note that, being a traditional shepherds hut, there are wooden steps leading up to the door.
Unfortunately, due to the nature of our shepherd's hut, our space is unsuitable / unsafe for children and babies. Apologies for this.
The nearest local store is approximately 4 miles away so we recommend bringing any provisions, you may require, with you.
Strictly no pets allowed.
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Free parking on premises
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Where you’ll be
Garway Hill, England, United Kingdom
Meet your host
My work: Model maker film/tv
Lives in Garway Hill, United Kingdom
I've worked as a commercial model maker for many years & I thoroughly enjoyed designing & building our perfect shepherd’s hut along with the kitchen & bathroom facilities.
Together with my wife Teresa, we look forward to welcoming you to this fabulous part of rural Herefordshire &, if you’re new to the area, sharing our recommendations for favourite walks & local places of interest, etc.
We are happy to help with anything that you may need.
M & T
Mark is a Superhost
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