Benton View Shepherd's Hut

From £100 For 1 night, 2 adults 10 6 reviews
Shepherd's hut in your own enclosed area, with barbecue and seating area (added by manager 23 Sep 2022)

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Shepherd's hut in your own enclosed area, with barbecue and seating area (added by manager 23 sep 2022)
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The fenced-off hut area (added by manager 21 jul 2017)
Resident animals near the hut (added by manager 21 jul 2017)
Sunny day at the site (added by manager 21 jul 2017)

  • Single shepherd's hut on a small working farm on the edge of Exmoor
  • A short drive to Exmoor Zoo, Wistlandpound Reservoir and the coast
  • Join the Tarka Trail cycling route from the bottom of the farm
Right on the edge of Exmoor, peace, quiet, and fab views up to the moor and down towards the sea await at Benton View Shepherd Huts. Benton View is a 14-acre farm site set just outside the Exmoor National Park and Dunkery and Horner Woods National Nature Reserve in Devon, with one cosy shepherd's hut in its own area among a grassy orchard field. Sheep and chickens wander the site – the tiddlies are welcome to say hi or go and meet some of the menagerie, which includes two miniature ponies along with sheep and chickens. The handcrafted shepherd's hut sits in its own garden area, separated from the rest of the orchard field (and the wanderings of any friendly farm animals) by a little picket fence, with a barbecue area and a picnic bench. It's fully insulated and has a kitchenette with a gas burner and a sink, a table and chairs for two, a cosy double bed with fresh linen provided, and a log burner. The hut also has a separate kitchen with a fridge, a freezer and a microwave; a proper flushing toilet and a hot shower are in the separate bathroom block.

Site type

Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 1
Open now
Please note
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • The site caters for families (immediate members) and couples only - bookings from all other forms of groups are not accepted.
  • Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Mon, 1 Jan 2024 to

Reviews

10

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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.

Excellent Hut,spotless facilities

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Shepherd's hut

Liked: Nice Shepherd’s Hut on a farm with remote bathroom and kitchen. Nice westerly view from the Hut in the evening.Good WiFi.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Very nice and calm…

Overall 10/10
Location 8
Value for money 8
Accommodation 8
Facilities / Activities 8
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Simone S. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Shepherd's hut

Liked: Very nice and calm

Recommend to friends Visit again

The decor was lovely, decorated in all Christmas decorations. Scones and biscuits…

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Shepherd's hut

Liked: The decor was lovely, decorated in all Christmas decorations. Scones and biscuits on arrival were a nice touch. Walking around the animals in the morning and enjoying the fresh air was great!

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Einfach perfek!…

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 6
Niculin M. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Benton View camping pod

Liked: Einfach perfek!

Recommend to friends Visit again

Magical little site, on farm. Really fun and well set up

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi No rating
Alice C. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Benton View camping pod

Liked: View, modern clean accommodation, hosts

Disliked: Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Beautiful little shepherds hut run by a lovely couple who made us…

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 10
Ryan A. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Shepherd's hut

Liked: Beautiful little shepherds hut run by a lovely couple who made us feel right at home. Well thought-out, with everything you need. Nice, clean washing facilities are only a short distance from the hut. Great location a short drive from North Devon coast. If you're an animal lover, you'll love being able to pet the livestock and, if you're there at the right time, baby sheep! Will definitely visit again!

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Features

No dogs allowed

Leisure on site

Bar or club house

Cycle hire

Evening entertainment

Fishing

Fitness centre

Games room

Indoor swimming pool

Kids' club

On-site restaurant/cafe

Outdoor swimming pool

Play area

TV room

Take away

Tennis

Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available

Car parking by pitch/unit

Composting toilet

Disabled facilities

Dog park

Drying room

Food shop

Free wifi

Ice pack freezing

Internet access

Launderette

Parent & baby washroom

Pick-up from public transport

Portable toilet

Pub toilets

Public telephone

Shower available

Toilet block

Washing-up area

Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly

Motorcycle friendly

Single-sex groups welcome

Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided

Barbecues allowed

Campfires allowed

Commercial vehicles allowed

Dogs allowed

No dogs allowed

Themes

Budget/backpacker

Luxury

Peaceful

Remote location

Spectacular scenery

Walkers' paradise

Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities

Chemical disposal

Electric car charging point(s)

Gas cylinders available

Recycling available

Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby

Dog walk nearby

Public transport nearby

Shop nearby

Type

Farm

Tiny (1-10 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby

Climbing nearby

Cycle hire nearby

Cycling nearby

Fishing nearby

Golf nearby

Horse riding nearby

Mountain biking nearby

Surf school nearby

Watersports nearby

Location

Benton View Shepherd's Hut

Benton Springs

Bratton Fleming

Barnstaple

Devon

England

EX32 7LG

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

51.10978°N
-3.91955°W

Nearest transport

Coach
6.3 mi Bus Station
7.4 mi The Square
7.4 mi The Square
Rail
6.7 mi Barnstaple Rail Station
7.9 mi Chapelton (Devon) Rail Station
8.3 mi Umberleigh Rail Station
Ferry
10.9 mi Ilfracombe Ferry Landing
12.1 mi Instow Ferry Landing
12.4 mi Appledore Ferry Landing

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

For pedalling adventures, the Tarka Trail cycling route runs right alongside the site. Part of the Devon Coast to Coast Cycle Route, it's one of the longest traffic-free walking and cycling paths in the country, going past river valleys, bays, moorland and coastal cliffs. Exmoor Zoo is also an easy four miles from base and well worth spending a day at to see the likes of armadillos, alpacas and the Exmoor Beast; the Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park is also a short drive away towards the coast. Woolacombe, Croyde and Saunton are all within 20 miles for days out by the sea. Wistlandpound Reservoir, six miles away, is a popular spot for family days filled with nature trails, birdwatching and wildlife spotting. Set among the tors and moors of Devon and Exmoor and bordered by a conifer plantation, Wistlandpound is encircled by two wheelchair-accessible paths dotted with interpretation boards and activity stations, and a pergola goes right up to the water’s edge for views across the reservoir. Take skater kids over to Barnstaple’s Rock Park for skateboard or play area action while you wander around the town's ancient Pannier Market and Butchers Row picking up local foodie supplies, handmade Devonshire crafts, art and antiques (handy souvenir fodder). If you feel like sticking around for an evening, check out what's on at Queen’s Theatre or tour the local pubs to sample local ales and maybe catch a bit of local live music while you're at it.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020 2019 2018 2017
Combe Martin 8.5 mi Sea Poor Poor Poor Poor
Lynmouth 9.4 mi Sea N/A Excellent Excellent Excellent
Ilfracombe Hele 10.4 mi Sea N/A Good Good Good
Ilfracombe Tunnels Beach 11.4 mi Sea N/A Excellent Excellent Excellent
Saunton Sands 13.1 mi Sea N/A Excellent Excellent Excellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

RHS Garden Rosemoor 14.9 mi

Castle Drogo 29 mi

The National Trust Killerton House & Gardens 29.8 mi

National Trust

Arlington Court and the National Trust Carriage Museum 3.7 mi

Heddon Valley 7.4 mi

Watersmeet 9.4 mi

Holnicote Estate 16.8 mi

Dunster Working Watermill 21 mi

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

ARLINGTON COURT 3.8 mi

YOULSTON PARK 4.3 mi

CASTLE HILL 4.7 mi

Hunters Inn - Woody Bay - South West Coast Path - Hunters Inn 7.3 mi

Hunters Inn - SW Coast Path - Trentishoe - Hunters Inn 7.4 mi

Local events

  • GoldCoast Oceanfest (Friday 21 June 2024 – Friday 21 June 2024)

    Croyde, Devon 13.8 mi

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Want to know more about camping in Devon?

  • Does Benton View Shepherd's Hut have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Benton View Shepherd's Hut dog friendly? No View all features
  • What attractions are near Benton View Shepherd's Hut? For pedalling adventures, the Tarka Trail cycling route runs right alongside the site. Part of the Devon Coast to Coast Cycle Route, it's one of the longest traffic-free walking and cycling paths … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Benton View Shepherd's Hut?
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  4 p.m. –  9 p.m.
    Depart by:  10 a.m.
    Read more
  • How much does it cost to stay at Benton View Shepherd's Hut? From £100 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.