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Damson shepherd's hut

From £110 1 night, 2 adults

Adults only 2 people maximum 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
Firepit
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

Availability

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Based on 1 night, 2 adults

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Gilpin Mill

From £110 For 1 night, 2 adults 10 9 reviews
Path up to the hut (added by manager 20 Sep 2022)
Shepherd's hut and patio (added by manager 20 sep 2022)
Hut under the trees (added by manager 20 sep 2022)
Bluebells around the hut (added by manager 16 sep 2022)

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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.

Clean, comfy bed, great log fire.…

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 8
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 8
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 2
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 2
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

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.

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 2
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

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 the shephard's hut! Super cosy 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 No rating
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

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 was a welcoming and relaxing space…

Overall 10/10
Location No rating
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities No rating
Customer service 10
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 10
Wifi No rating
Olivia F. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

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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Overall 10/10
Location 8
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 8
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 6
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 2
Roderick M. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

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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My girlfriend and I booked this for my birthday weekend and we…

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 2
Tom S. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Damson shepherd's hut

Liked: My girlfriend and I booked this for my birthday weekend and we had a fantastic time! The weather unfortunately was dreadful, so we couldn't do as much walking as we would have liked, however the Gilpin Mill was brilliant. Very clean and cosy - It had a lovely shower. When we did get a slight break in the weather, we were able to set up the camp fire out the front and toast some marshmallows. Would highly recommend to anyone visiting the area. Great location for walks and near the local pub - The Brown Horse - where we had a fantastic Sunday roast.

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From the manager: Thank you fo your great review. I'm so pleased you enjoyed your stay at the Damson Shepherd's Hut even though the weather was dreadful for you! Thank you so much fo leaving the Hut clean and tidy when you left It was lovely to meet you both. Best wishes, Jo.

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Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 10
Wifi No rating
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Damson shepherd's hut

Liked: Gilpin Mill Shepherds hut was simply perfect. I booked a last minute trip, and I can't put into words how wonderful this spot is. The hut is spotless, located in idyllic surroundings, and I was blessed with the best weather. The location is perfect for walks all around Southern Lakes. As a single female, I felt safe, and instantly relaxed. I cannot recommend this place more highly.

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Just Magical

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 8
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service No rating
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 10
Wifi No rating
Louise E. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Damson shepherd's hut

Liked: This is such an amazing place almost didn’t want to do a review because it was so magical. If you are the type of people who enjoy being in nature and just want to escape then I challenge you to find a more perfect spot. Jo was so welcoming and Doug the dog a perfect gentleman, we saw deer on our early morning walks plus many beautiful birds right outside the door and the bluebells scent filled the air each day…..just perfect

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Excellent Shepherd’s Hut in an idyllic location. Log burner and views were…

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 6
Cleanliness 10
Wifi No rating
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Damson shepherd's hut

Liked: Excellent Shepherd’s Hut in an idyllic location. Log burner and views were great. Host was friendly and helpful.

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Features

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

No dogs allowed

Themes

Gastronomic delight

Lake and/or mountain

Luxury

Peaceful

Remote location

Walkers' paradise

Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities

Chemical disposal

Communal freezer

Communal fridge

Electric car charging point(s)

Gas cylinders available

Recycling available

Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby

Dog walk nearby

Type

Tiny (1-10 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby

Climbing nearby

Cycle hire nearby

Cycling nearby

Fishing nearby

Golf nearby

Horse riding nearby

Mountain biking nearby

Restaurant nearby

Sailing nearby

Tennis nearby

Watersports nearby

Location

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
4.7 km Rail Station
4.8 km Tourist Information Centre
8.4 km Bus Station
Rail
4.7 km Windermere Rail Station
5.2 km Staveley Rail Station
7.1 km Burneside (Cumbria) Rail Station
Ferry
4.1 km Bowness Ferry Nab Ferry Landing
4.1 km Bowness on Windermere Ferry Terminal
4.5 km Far Sawrey Windermere 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

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 take a walk to some renowned viewpoints (Brant Fell, just above the town of Bowness-on-Windermere, is a good choice). Not far from the lake’s edge are the pretty Arts-and-Crafts house Blackwell and the World of Beatrix Potter Attraction, where you can learn all about the life of one of the area’s most loved former residents. For more historic outings, try Levens Hall or Sizergh Castle (both 20 minutes). Setting your sights a little further afield, you could also head over to Coniston Water (40 minutes), take a walk around Tarn Hows (45 minutes) or make a trip to Rydal Water (half an hour) to combine lakeside views with a climb to Rydal Cave. Predator Experience - Wolf Experience (25 minutes) and tours of Hawkshead Brewery (15 minutes) are good options for a change of pace.

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

Local events

  • Keswick Mountain Festival (Friday, 17 May 2024 – Friday, 17 May 2024)

    Keswick, England 8.8 km

  • Kendal Calling (Thursday, 1 August 2024 – Thursday, 1 August 2024)

    Penrith, England 31 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.

Want to know more about camping in The Lake District and Cumbria?

  • 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?
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  3:30 p.m. –  5 p.m.
    Depart by:  10:30 a.m.
    Read more
  • How much does it cost to stay at Gilpin Mill? From R2,547.12 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.