Shepherd's Hut at North Farm Cottages

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Sheperds Hut
Sheperds hut
View of the surrounds
Set in the meadow
On-site views
Kitchen area for exclusive use of shepherd's hut guests
Shower
Bathroom
Kitchen and washroom
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View of the surrounds
Set in the meadow
On-site views

  • Eco-friendly and relaxed Norfolk farm near Aylsham
  • Handmade shepherd's hut with spectacular views
  • Double bed with linen, woodburning stove and outside barbecue
If it’s high time for a digital detox, retreat to the secluded setting of Shepherd's Hut at North Farm Cottages, surrounded by rural fields 10 minutes’ drive from Aylsham. The handmade electricity-free wooden hut is insulated with lambs’ wool to keep it cosy, and mounted on sturdy cast iron wheels from the local foundry. It’s flits between a couple of homes on site – in the summer months it’s housed on a secluded water meadow overlooking a stream, and between October and Easter it retreats nearer the farmhouse to keep tootsies dry, but still with pretty countryside views. Inside, there’s a double bed with linen provided, chairs, table, woodburning stove and stove-top kettle. You’re in for a warm welcome – the owners provide an essentials box of tea, coffee, sugar, salt, pepper and cooking oil to get you started, as well as the first basket of wood for the stove (additional baskets are available for a small charge). Head outside for a lungful of fresh air and pull up a chair by the firepit to keep things toasty – it doubles up as a barbecue, so that’s alfresco eats covered too (barbecue tools are provided). A kitchen area and bathroom are available for exclusive use of the hut in a converted outbuilding on the edge of the meadow. The kitchen area has a small fridge, a sink, a microwave, a single hob and an electric kettle, along with basic crockery and cutlery, while the bathroom has a basin, WC and an excellent shower. When it’s time to stretch your legs, join the Bure Valley Path by walking across the fields to Oxnead (keep your eyes peeled for wildlife while you wander). Anglers can also stay put and try their luck in the small tributary of the River Bure, which runs through the property.

Site type

Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 1
Open all year
Opens
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.

Languages spoken

English

Reviews

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Excellent site in quiet location with great facilities.

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Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Shepherd's hut

Liked The location was fantastic, very peaceful and quiet with just the sounds of wildlife. Shower was excellent and facilities great.

Recommend to friends Visit again

This place was just stunning, it was the perfect get away for…

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Peter T. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Shepherd's hut

Liked This place was just stunning, it was the perfect get away for some quality peaceful relaxation time.

I visited with my dog Deiric and we had a great time. The hut was perfect and very clean and tidy. The addition of the private shower area and kitchen for the hut was lovely and very clean, modern and tidy.

It was lovely to just sit on an evening in your own field and listen to nature.

Lots of things to do locally in the area and only 20 minutes to many lovely beaches, including dog friendly ones.

The hosts were lovely, came to say hello and then let us relax.

Would definitely recommend and would definitely stay again

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Wonderful location . Perfect place to get away from it all and…

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Matthew D. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Shepherd's hut

Liked Wonderful location . Perfect place to get away from it all and not be disturbed by anything but nature

Recommend to friends Visit again

Simple and beautiful shepherd's hut - perfect digital detox

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Andrea C. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Shepherd's hut

Liked A simple and expertly built shepherd's hut provided the perfect three-day break from screens and society.

The bright stars at night were a highlight, which I enjoyed as I walked up and down the small field around the hut. The lovely wood burner kept me toasty warm, and it was only a short walk to the shower, toilet and kitchen area. The single hot plate was all I needed to prepare one-person meals over the three days.
I walked to Burgh one day and Oxnead the next, also finding time to wend along the river Wensum.

A lovely stay, with considerate hosts.

Disliked As Gill kindly prepared me for, this is very luxurious camping! Which means the walk to the toilet, and having a shower, is out in the cold — and can be quite chilly. It's all part of the experience.

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Features

Dogs allowed

Campfires 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 Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Local produce 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 Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market

Type

Farm Tiny (1-10 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Horse riding nearby Restaurant nearby Tennis nearby

Location

Shepherd's Hut at North Farm Cottages

Burgh

Norwich

Norfolk

England

NR11 6TW

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

52.77833°N
1.3155°E

Route directions

Having left the village of Burgh, you will drive through open countryside and over a small crossroads. As the road bends sharply to the right, on the right you will see the North Farm sign and a lane that leads to the farm (if you come to a little bridge, you have gone too far). Turn right down the farm track (passing Kingsbridge house on your right) and continue down the track.

Nearest transport

Coach
10.7 mi Bus Station
11.3 mi Lime Tree Road
11.3 mi Lime Tree Road
Rail
3.7 mi Worstead Rail Station
3.9 mi North Walsham Rail Station
5.8 mi Hoveton & Wroxham Rail Station
Ferry
18.1 mi Reedham Ferry North
18.2 mi Reedham Ferry South
Airport
7.7 mi Norwich International Airport

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

Take in a couple of impressive buildings with visits to Blickling Estate (10-minute drive) and Felbrigg Hall, Gardens and Estate (20 minutes), then continue with pretty garden explores at East Ruston Old Vicarage Garden (20 minutes) and Plantation Garden (half an hour). For history with a bit more engine power, take trips to the RAF Air Defence Radar Museum (20 minutes) and the City of Norwich Aviation Museum (20 minutes). A day at Wroxham Barns (15 minutes) should come with something for everyone – the leisure and shopping complex has boutiques, craft studios, a kids' farm, funfair and restaurant. What’s a Norfolk hol without exploring the Broads? Opt for land or water adventures at Salhouse Broad (25 minutes), where there are woodland walks to cover, canoes and kayaks to hire, and play areas to blow off steam. Then, of course, there’s Norfolk’s county town, Norwich (half an hour), for a bit of city life – think shops, eateries, a market, cathedral, museums and art galleries.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Mundesley 8.6 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Cromer 10.7 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
East Runton 11.1 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
West Runton 11.6 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Sea Palling 12.1 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Blickling Hall, Gardens and Park 4.3 mi

Mannington Gardens 7.2 mi

BeWILDerwood 7.4 mi

Felbrigg Hall, Garden and Park 9.2 mi

Norwich Cathedral 10.1 mi

National Trust

Blickling Hall, Gardens and Park 4.3 mi

Felbrigg Hall, Garden and Park 9.2 mi

Sheringham Park 11.6 mi

Horsey Windpump 13.7 mi

Blakeney National Nature Reserve 18.5 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

Buxton (Norfolk) 1.4 mi

Felmingham - Swanton Hill - Felmingham 2.3 mi

Felmingham - Tuttington - Felmingham 2.3 mi

Felmingham - Banningham 2.3 mi

Colby 2.6 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.

Offers

Conditions apply - see pitch type section for details

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Shepherd's Hut at North Farm Cottages have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Shepherd's Hut at North Farm Cottages dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Shepherd's Hut at North Farm Cottages? Take in a couple of impressive buildings with visits to Blickling Estate (10-minute drive) and Felbrigg Hall, Gardens and Estate (20 minutes), then continue with pretty garden explores at East Ruston Old … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Shepherd's Hut at North Farm Cottages?
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  4 p.m. –  Anytime
    Depart by:  10 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Shepherd's Hut at North Farm Cottages? From £118 (for 2 nights, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.