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Damson shepherd's hut
From £220 (£220)
Adults only 2 people maximum 
10/10
13 reviews 
No dogs allowed 2 rooms
Open space 1 x Double bed
Bathroom 1 x Shower, 1 x Toilet
Features
Bed linen 1 included, 1 max. Car unlimited included, unlimited max. Cool box 1 included, 1 max. Duvets and pillows 2 included, 2 max. Fridge 1 included, 1 max. Beds made up Cooking equipment Dining table and chairs Fire ring Firewood provided Gas and electricity included Kitchen corner or kitchenette Outdoor furniture Patio Picnic table Power socket(s) Shower Shower room with WC Towels Wood-burning stove Other restrictions
No dogs allowed
Car parking by site not allowed
Availability
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Gilpin Mill
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Reviews
100% would recommend this site to a friend
100% would stay here again
What customers say
Guests loved the cosy, well-equipped Shepherd's Hut: efficient woodburner, comfy bed, great details. Beautiful, peaceful, private location with lovely walks on-site & nearby. Host Jo and Doug are praised for being welcoming. Narrow access roads need care.
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Fantastic views in a remote location;…
Damson shepherd's hut
Liked Fantastic views in a remote location; cosy space with everyone needed; easy access to Windermere, Kendal, and so many walks
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From the manager: Thank you so much fo your lovely review. It was lovely to meet you both and so glad you enjoyed your stay-despite the dreadful weather!
Best wishes.
A wonderful retreat.
Damson shepherd's hut
Liked Everything. Beautifully created Shepherds Hut - the woodburner kept us cosy and warm - plenty of wood - Jo, our host, checked we were ok when Storm Ashley came in, even offering us a bedroom in the farmhouse if things got scary! so kind of her. Nearest pub, The Brown Horse, an easy 35 minute walk away, serving delicious food. Windermere 10 mins drive away. Lanes very narrow so go carefully - but this adds to special feeling of this wonderful place.
Disliked Nothing
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Cosy accommodation in beautiful surroundings.
Damson shepherd's hut
Liked Everything in the hut was well thought-out and of high quality.
Wonderfully peaceful - all we could hear was the water and the sheep.
There is lovely walking straight from the hut and spectacular walking just a short drive away.
Disliked Nothing
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Absolutely stunning, we felt like we…
Damson shepherd's hut
Liked Absolutely stunning, we felt like we were in our own bubble! Lovely surroundings and everything had been taken care of, a great fire pit to cook our dinner on and so much attention to detail with the decor!
Disliked Nothing!
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Great host in Jo and Doug the dog,couldn't ask for more.
Damson shepherd's hut
Liked Beautiful location
Private and peaceful
High quality fixtures and well appointed
Couldn't ask for more
Amazing bed
Fire pit
Efficient wood burner with plenty of wood and kindling.
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Clean, comfy bed, great log fire.…
Damson shepherd's hut
Liked Clean, comfy bed, great log fire.
Disliked Roads a bit tight to get round the area.
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I would recommend this to anybody. Spotlessly clean.
Damson shepherd's hut
Liked We loved it all. From the stool to climb into the bed to the willow heart. The woodturning stove which only needed a small log to keep the room warm. The fire pit outside which we would have loved to sit next to, but the weather wasn't on our side. The location is superb. Right under a huge oak tree with sheep in the next field and the river below.
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We had a wonderful stay in…
Damson shepherd's hut
Liked We had a wonderful stay in the shephard's hut! Super cosy and secluded - just what we hoped for. The hut itself is very comfortable (especially the bed), with brilliant facilities. And the view of the feilds - and sheep - when waking up in the morning... simply glorious! Host Jo (and Doug the dog) went above and beyond to make sure we had the perfect stay.
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Great host, very accommodating. Shepherds hut…
Damson shepherd's hut
Liked Great host, very accommodating. Shepherds hut was a welcoming and relaxing space after a long days walking. Would definitely return.
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Damson shepherd's hut
Liked A really sweet and cosy place to stay. We loved it and would certainly stay again. Neat, clean, well-appointed (only a single gas cook top, but that is fine) and a super comfortable bed, which doubles as a great spot to sit and knit or read when the weather is a bit rainy. Single lane road access to the site is fun, so take it slowly, and don't be afraid to reverse if you need to let someone else pass! Jo the host and her dog Doug were very welcoming.
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Features
No dogs allowed
Adults only
Leisure on park
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis WatersportsAmenities on park
Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Adults only Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed No dogs allowed No pets allowedThemes
Gastronomic delight Hikers’ paradise Lake and/or mountain Luxury Peaceful Remote location Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Communal freezer Communal fridge Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Tiny (1-10 sites)Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horseback riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
Gilpin Mill
Crook
Kendal
Cumbria
England
LA8 8LN
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
54.34126°N
2.87258°W
Nearest transport
Coach
Rail
Ferry
AirportPlease 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
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morecambe North | 29.3 km | Estuary | Good | N/A | Good | Good |
| Morecambe South | 29.9 km | Sea | N/A | N/A | Good | Good |
| Haverigg | 31.9 km | Sea | Poor | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Silecroft | 33.9 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Walney West Shore | 35.7 km | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | N/A |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Blackwell, The Arts & Craft House 3.3 km
The World of Beatrix Potter 4 km
Windermere Lake Cruises, Bowness 4 km
Hill Top 6.5 km
Brockhole - Lake District Visitor Centre 8.1 km
National Trust
Windermere and Troutbeck 6 km
Hill Top 6.5 km
Townend 8.1 km
Fell Foot Park 9 km
Beatrix Potter Gallery 9.1 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Winster circular 2.1 km
BLACKWELL 3.2 km
Bowness - Winster Valley 4.1 km
BELLE ISLE 4.5 km
Claife Heights and Lake Windermere 4.7 km
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.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Gilpin Mill have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Gilpin Mill dog friendly? No View all features
- What attractions are near Gilpin Mill? All set to see the lakes? Start your exploration at Windermere (10 minutes’ drive), where you can see the scenery from a boat trip, head out on a paddleboard or canoe, or … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Gilpin Mill?
Read moreOn-park accommodation Arrive: 3:30 p.m. – 5 p.m. Depart by: 10:30 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Gilpin Mill? From $412.54 (for 2 nights, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.