Rabbit Catchers Retreat

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Remote and relaxing space (added by manager 01 Sep 2021)

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  • Stylish shepherd’s hut in a secluded valley near Bridport in Dorset
  • A 20-minute drive to West Bay beach, and 35 minutes to Lyme Regis
  • Horses, goats and sheep on site; food pubs five minutes’ stroll
A bespoke shepherd’s hut handmade in oak, The Warren at Rabbit Catchers Retreat sits on the side of a gentle valley near Bridport in Dorset. A romantic choice for an adults-only break (well OK… the dog can come too), it’s tucked away on a smallholding of 18 acres, with lots of ponies and horses grazing in nearby fields. Your only other neighbours will be free-range sheep and the cute pygmy goats in the paddock by the main gates. Your luxury glamping accommodation comes complete with a nattily equipped kitchenette, a comfy double bed and a dining area with two cosy armchairs to curl up in. A bathroom with a walk-in shower, wash basin and flushing WC completes the indoor spec of this peaceful retreat. And what of the outside area? Double doors open up on to valley views, and on clear days, you can sit in sunlight to linger over breakfast, lunch or dinner to a backdrop of birdsong. Come the evening, snuggle up on the wooden swing seat or around the firepit to stay toasty warm as you gaze up at the night sky – often accompanied by the hooting of owls. Pick up supplies from the handy supermarkets in Bridport (15 minutes’ drive), or if you fancy a date night, there are foodie pubs in Nettlecombe and Powerstock (both 10 minutes’ walk, leave the car behind and make a night of it).

Site type

Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 1

Languages spoken

English

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Features

Dogs allowed

Adults only

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

Adults only

Barbecue provided

Barbecues allowed

Campfires allowed

Commercial vehicles allowed

Dogs allowed

Dogs allowed all year

Themes

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

Type

Farm

Tiny (1-10 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby

Cycling nearby

Fishing nearby

Golf nearby

Horse riding nearby

Indoor pool nearby

Mountain biking nearby

Outdoor pool nearby

Restaurant nearby

Sailing nearby

Tennis nearby

Watersports nearby

Location

Rabbit Catchers Retreat

Kings Lane

Powerstock

Bridport

Dorset

England

DT6 3TF

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)

GPS

50.76181°N
-2.68287°W

Route directions

What three words Winning.cabinet.forklift

Nearest transport

Coach
4 mi Coach Station
11.3 mi South Station
12.7 mi Yeovil Bus Station
Rail
5.1 mi Maiden Newton Rail Station
8.7 mi Chetnole Rail Station
8.8 mi Crewkerne Rail Station
Ferry
14.8 mi Weymouth Ferry Terminal
29.6 mi Bridgwater Ferry Terminal

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

You can explore the mysterious Iron Age Eggardon Hill Fort (40 minutes’ walk) on foot, and be rewarded with spectacular views across Dorset hills. Powerstock Common Nature Reserve (10 minutes’ drive) offers easy rambles along a former railway line, and slightly more strenuous routes up Gerrard’s Hill (25 minutes) turn up panoramas to picture-perfect villages and wooded valleys. Head for the lively Dorset town of Bridport (15 minutes’ drive) to have a rummage around its twice-weekly street market for forgotten treasures, or check out some of the galleries and indie shops. There’s a lively gourmet scene too, and you can book vineyard tours and tastings at Furleigh Estate (20 minutes) or sample craft beers at Palmers Brewery (15 minutes). Bridport is also gateway to the sandy stretches of West Bay (20 minutes, great for a summer swim) and the dramatic Jurassic Coast, where you can join the South West Coast Path for long-distance hikes. If that sounds too energetic, take soulful strolls along Victoria Pier at Lyme Regis (35 minutes) or search for ammonites along the shingle beach at Charmouth (half an hour).

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020 2019 2018 2017
Hive 4.9 mi Sea N/A Excellent Excellent Excellent
West Bay (West) 5.1 mi Sea N/A Excellent Excellent Excellent
Eypemouth 5.5 mi Sea N/A Excellent Excellent Excellent
Seatown 6.8 mi Sea N/A Excellent Excellent Excellent
Charmouth West 9.9 mi Sea N/A Excellent Excellent Good

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Mapperton House & Gardens 2.4 mi

Abbotsbury Swannery 8 mi

Hardy's Birthplace 13 mi

Montacute House 13.2 mi

Weymouth Sea Life Park and Marine Sanctuary 14 mi

National Trust

Max Gate 11.9 mi

Hardy's Cottage 13 mi

Montacute House 13.2 mi

Tintinhull Garden 14.8 mi

Barrington Court 15.8 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

Eggardon Hill and Powerstock 1.9 mi

MAPPERTON HOUSE 2.4 mi

DOWNE HALL 3.6 mi

PARNHAM 3.7 mi

BEAMINSTER MANOR 4.1 mi

Local events

  • Dorset County Show (Saturday 7 September 2024 – Saturday 7 September 2024)

    Dorchester, Dorset 11.6 mi

  • Tolpuddle Martyrs' Festival and Rally (Friday 19 July 2024 – Friday 19 July 2024)

    Dorchester, Dorset 16.9 mi

  • Tankfest (Friday 28 June 2024 – Friday 28 June 2024)

    Wareham, Dorset 19.8 mi

  • Camp Bestival Dorset (Thursday 25 July 2024 – Thursday 25 July 2024)

    Wareham, Dorset 22.5 mi

  • Sidmouth Folk Festival (Friday 2 August 2024 – Friday 2 August 2024)

    Sidmouth, Devon 24.8 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.

Reviews

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We had a really special couple of days celebrating a birthday and…

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
Ann D. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

The Warren shepherd's hut

Liked: We had a really special couple of days celebrating a birthday and seeing in the new year. The shepherds hut had everything we needed and the birthday balloons and bunting was a lovely touch! Also the basket of local treats. We enjoyed our evenings in the hot tub then going back into the cosy hut. Perfect! Nat and Mat were the perfect hosts along with the menagerie of friendly animals. We will definitely be returning.

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From the manager: Dear Ann, We are so pleased you, Howard & Taffy had a lovely stay here! You were the perfect guests. The hut was left spotless, no sign of a dog staying! Thank you and we can’t wait to see you all again.

  • Does Rabbit Catchers Retreat have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Rabbit Catchers Retreat dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Rabbit Catchers Retreat? You can explore the mysterious Iron Age Eggardon Hill Fort (40 minutes’ walk) on foot, and be rewarded with spectacular views across Dorset hills. Powerstock Common Nature Reserve (10 minutes’ drive) offers … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Rabbit Catchers Retreat?
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  3 p.m. –  10 p.m.
    Depart by:  10 a.m.
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