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General
- Cosy shepherd's hut in the rural west of Devon
- Tavistock 20 minutes' drive; 40 minutes to Boscastle
- Farm produce sold, including jams, chutneys, eggs, bread and scones
Set among the green countryside of the rural west of Devon, Farmer Oak's Hut is a welcoming glamping site tucked away in the corner of a peaceful field. Swap your car for an old-fashioned apple cart and cart your kit over to this smart shepherd's hut for a peaceful stay in a private enclosed garden.
Although the name of the hut is inspired by the protagonist of 'Far from the Madding Crowd', this shepherd's hut in Dippertown near Okehampton has a good deal more mod cons than the one in Hardy's novel (there's deliberately no TV or wifi, though – this place was designed for switching off). The hut has an ensuite shower room with your own fluffy towels and a comfy double bed with fairy lights and lanterns for you to create a romantic atmosphere.
An Everhot electric stove stove is available for those chillier nights, and for food prep you're covered with a toaster, fridge, microwave and two-ring electric hob. There are also outdoor kitchen facilities, with enamel cups and plates as well as pots and pans you can use over the firepit.
In the garden, a wooden table, benches and traditional deckchairs are available, and there's a covered area for shade or shelter from the rain. In the field, a short distance from the hut, there's a little store where you can buy homemade jams, chutneys, marmalade and fresh eggs; the owners also can supply you with fresh bread to order and scones for that must-have Devon cream tea.
Site type
Languages spoken
✓ English
Please note
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
No cars/motorbikes by the pitch/unit. All cars must be parked in the designated area.
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Max. persons: 2 x
Dimensions: 4.9m width x 2.4m length (16.0ft width x 8.0ft length) Calculated area: 11.9m² (128.0ft²)

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Features
Coronavirus
Check-in: contactless (in person)
Check-in: self check-in (unattended)
Dedicated shower facility per glamping unit
Dedicated toilet facility per glamping unit
Deep cleaning of accommodation units between guests
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
Portaloo
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
Camping 2.0
Shepherd's huts
Themes
Peaceful
Remote location
Utilities
Charging facilities
Chemical disposal
Electric car charging point(s)
Gas cylinders available
Recycling available
Renewable energy
Nearby amenities
Bar nearby
Dog walk nearby
Type
Farm
Tiny (1-10 pitches)
Nearby leisure
Cycle hire nearby
Fishing nearby
Golf nearby
Horse riding nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Restaurant nearby
Sailing nearby
Watersports nearby
Location
Nearest transport
- Coach stations
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Bus Station
— 7.2 miles
Thomas Cook — 11.7 miles
Foot Bridge — 15.4 miles
- Train stations
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Gunnislake Rail Station
— 8.7 miles
Calstock Rail Station — 9.9 miles
Bere Alston Rail Station — 10.8 miles
- Ferry ports
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Devonport Ferry Terminal
— 18.4 miles
Torpoint Ferry Terminal — 18.4 miles
Plymouth Stonehouse Ferry Terminal — 19.2 miles
- Airports
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Exeter International Airport
— 35.9 miles
Local attractions
This part of Devon has plenty for visitors to explore, from Tavistock (20 minutes' drive) and its far-famed panier market to Launceston Castle (20 minutes), a ruined English Heritage fortress with a 13th-century keep. Both Tavistock and Launceston are also popular centres for shopping, with a good spread of boutiques and independent shops; if you want to visit bigger outlets, Plymouth can be reached in about 50 minutes.
Dartmoor National Park begins approximately seven miles from site in Lydford (15 minutes), home to a castle and a pretty gorge with a 30-metre waterfall. The National Park has plenty of opportunities for hiking, as does Bodmin Moor (20 minutes), a remote expanse of countryside that can be reached along the main road in about 20 minutes.
For a day by the coast, you could head to the sandy beaches of north Cornwall at Bude (45 minutes) or Boscastle (40 minutes). Alternatively, stay inland for fishing at Roadford Lake (15 minutes) or exploring the five major National Trust properties within a 30-mile radius.
Must see
- Castle Drogo (18.4 miles)
- Dartmoor Zoological Park (18.9 miles)
- National Marine Aquarium (19.4 miles)
National Trust
- Lydford Gorge (5.0 miles)
- Lawrence House (6.2 miles)
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Policies
Permitted arrival/departure time
On-site accommodation | ||
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Arrive: | 3:30 p.m. – | Anytime |
Depart by: | 10 a.m. |
Farmer Oak's Hut cancellation policy
No refunds within 30 days of arrival date.
60 days - 30 days before arrival : customers can choose between a 50% refund or to rebook at a later date, subject to availability.
Bookings cannot be amended within 30 day(s) of arrival.
The site is not liable for any refund in the event of force majeure.
No refunds/discounts for inclement weather, late arrivals or early departures.
If you need to cancel or amend your booking, please give as much notice as possible so that someone else has the chance to book. You may wish to buy holiday insurance for cancellations and for your property/injury whilst away.
Please note that your deposit is paid to Pitchup.com and is non-refundable.
Payment
A 15% non-refundable deposit is payable now. Farmer Oak's Hut will debit the balance from your card 60 days before arrival, or if the arrival date is sooner than 60 days then the balance will be taken immediately.
You can also opt to pay the full amount at the time of your booking, or at any point before the due date.
Payment methods accepted on the park
CashCheque
Terms and conditions
Site booking terms and conditions- Does Farmer Oak's Hut have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Farmer Oak's Hut dog friendly? No View all features
- What attractions are near Farmer Oak's Hut? This part of Devon has plenty for visitors to explore, from Tavistock (20 minutes' drive) and its far-famed panier market to Launceston Castle (20 minutes), a ruined English Heritage fortress with a … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Farmer Oak's Hut?
On-site accommodation Arrive: 3:30 p.m. – Anytime Depart by: 10 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Farmer Oak's Hut? From £87 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party. Check prices and availability