Ruby's Retreat
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- Glampsite with spectacular Somerset views 15 minutes’ drive from Bath
- Dundas Aqueduct 20 minutes’ drive; Bradford-on-Avon 35 minutes
- Restored shepherd’s huts with private hot tubs; pub five minutes’ walk
Site type
5Languages spoken
English
Bulgarian
Pitch types & availability
Finch shepherd's hut (pet friendly)
2 people maximum 
Wifi at the unit/site Dimensions: 7ft width × 18ft length
Arrival daysFrom £340 (£340)
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Jay shepherd's hut (no pets)
2 people maximum 
No dogs allowed Wifi at the unit/site Dimensions: 7ft width × 18ft length
Arrival daysFrom £340 (£340)
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Owl shepherd's hut (no pets)
2 people maximum No dogs allowed Wifi at the unit/site Dimensions: 7ft width × 18ft length
Arrival daysFrom £340 (£340)
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Robin shepherd's hut (no pets)
2 people maximum No dogs allowed Wifi at the unit/site Dimensions: 7ft width × 18ft length
Arrival daysFrom £340 (£340)
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Wren shepherd's hut (no pets)
2 people maximum No dogs allowed Wifi at the unit/site Dimensions: 7ft width × 18ft length
Arrival daysFrom £340 (£340)
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Reviews
100% would recommend this site to a friend
100% would stay here again
What customers say
Guests love Ruby's Retreat's beautiful, clean shepherd's huts with great views & a quiet vibe. Private hot tubs & fire pits are big hits. Perfect for visiting Bath. Friendly staff make it a relaxing, recommended glamping trip.
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Peaceful location, clean and well equip hut. Couldn't ask for more!
Finch shepherd's hut (pet friendly)
Liked - Beautiful surroundings
- Ideal location very close to Bath.
- Supplied firepit and wood
- Hottub!
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Lovely site with good clean facilities and friendly staff
Finch shepherd's hut (pet friendly)
Liked Shepard’s Hut Hot tub views location
Clean and well maintained.
Friendly staff
Everything supplied for BBQ and fire pit
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From the manager: Thank you. Glad the dog enjoyed it
Excellent, clean facilities, great staff & views, ♥️ hot tub & fire
Jay shepherd's hut (no pets)
Liked Just returned from a 2 night stay at Ruby’s Retreat. The accommodation is lovely clean, and well equipped, (great shower) and view from the loo from our hut 😉 I saw a woodpecker in the tree next to us.
Love the hot tub (fantastic views), fire pit and the pre pared wood stacked beautifully under each hut looked great. The site is well cared for too.
This is a great base for visiting bath and other near by attractions or for just having a chilled couple of days.
We came via Amesbury and Stonehenge. The local King William pub does a good menu too.
A very friendly and accommodating host - I’d recommend it
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From the manager: Thank you
This is a beautiful and relaxing spot for a romantic getaway if…
Jay shepherd's hut (no pets)
Liked This is a beautiful and relaxing spot for a romantic getaway if you need alone time. Lots of attention to detail, from the glass size champagne on arrival, to the beautiful fair lights lighting the path to your shepherd's hut.
I stayed in jays shepherd hut, the view is fantastic, there is a wooden fence keeping your hot tub private so you can relax and enjoy the view.
Very clean, very friendly host.
10/10 would recommend and would stay again.
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From the manager: Thankyou glad you enjoyed it. Thanks Andy
A lovely peaceful and relaxing stay. We will be back.
Finch shepherd's hut (pet friendly)
Liked Quiet, secluded, gorgeous view. Beautifully presented. Some really lovely touches. Very clean. Hot tub is amazing. Woodfired bbq meant for some very tasty sausages.
Disliked Leaving.
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From the manager: Thank you
Great place!
Jay shepherd's hut (no pets)
Liked We spent 2 nights in Jay's hut. The stay was absolutely magnificent. The hut was spotlessly clean and equipped with everything necessary. A nice addition was a place for a bonfire and grill. Great views, a peaceful quiet place. It was nice to relax in the large private jacuzzi. The owner was very kind. Certainly not once we will return. 🙂
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From the manager: If every customer’s was as respectful as you two , life would be very easy.
Hope to see you again.
Thanks andy
Luxury glamping with views to die for.
Jay shepherd's hut (no pets)
Liked Absolutely loved our stay at Ruby’s Retreats. They have thought of every detail to make the shepherds huts cosy and well equipped, with most sensational views out over the Somerset hills. We loved the little touches like the bath robes & slippers, the complimentary fizz, the fire pits with ample wood to burn and of course the hot tub - with a view like that it was hard to wrench ourselves away from the tub each evening. There is a small bathroom with spotless toilet and shower, a fridge, kettle, hob, sink and basic cooking equipment as well as crockery and glasses. Even towels and bedding are provided - you really don’t need to bring anything along apart from yourselves and some nice food to bbq. We will definitely be back, thank you Andy for a wonderful stay.
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From the manager: Thank you happy you enjoyed it,
Hope to see you soon
We stayed two nights at Ruby’s and loved every second! The shepards…
Jay shepherd's hut (no pets)
Liked We stayed two nights at Ruby’s and loved every second!
The shepards hut was beautiful, the views stunning and the private hot tub is a very nice touch.
We would definitely visit again,
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Immaculately clean excellent location
Robin shepherd's hut (no pets)
Liked What an amazing place , beautifully clean shepherds hut with hot tub , quiet location
Disliked Nothing to not like it’s amazing
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Cleanliness Comfortable bed All essentials…
Finch shepherd's hut (pet friendly)
Liked Cleanliness
Comfortable bed
All essentials
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Features
Dogs allowed
Campfires allowed
Leisure on park
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Hot tub 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
Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Hikers’ paradise Luxury Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transportation nearbyType
Farm Tiny (1-10 sites)Nearby leisure
Golf nearby Horseback riding nearbyLocation
Ruby's Retreat
The Old Colliery
Blind Lane
Tunley
Bath
Somerset
England
BA2 0DR
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
51.33302°N
2.443°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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clevedon Beach | 31.6 km | Estuary | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| Weston-Super-Mare Sand Bay | 36.5 km | Estuary | N/A | N/A | Good | Good |
| Weston Main | 37.6 km | Estuary | Poor | N/A | Poor | N/A |
| Weston-Super-Mare Uphill Slipway | 38 km | Estuary | Poor | Poor | N/A | Poor |
| Brean | 39.5 km | Estuary | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Prior Park Landscape Garden 7.8 km
Roman Baths 7.9 km
Pump Room 7.9 km
Sally Lunn's Historic Eating House & Museum 7.9 km
Bath Abbey 8 km
National Trust
Prior Park Landscape Garden 7.7 km
Bath Assembly Rooms 8.1 km
Westwood Manor 11.8 km
The Courts Garden 16.9 km
Dyrham Park 17 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
NEWTON PARK 4.9 km
KELSTON PARK 7 km
AMMERDOWN HOUSE 7.4 km
City of Bath 7.5 km
ROYAL VICTORIA PARK 7.7 km
Local events
- Bristol International Balloon Fiesta (Friday, August 8, 2025 – Friday, August 8, 2025)
Bristol, England 20 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.
Nearest sites
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Ruby's Retreat have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Ruby's Retreat dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Ruby's Retreat? If you only have a few days to explore historic Bath (15 minutes’ drive), head for the Roman Baths and take a self-guided tour of the temple complex and columned Great Bath, … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Ruby's Retreat?
RV, travel trailer and tent sites Arrive: 3 p.m. – 11 p.m. Depart by: noon On-park accommodation Arrive: 3 p.m. – 11 p.m. Depart by: noon Please text the mobile number provided 20 minutes prior to arrival.
Read more - How much does it cost to stay at Ruby's Retreat? From $627.25 (for 2 nights, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.