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Apple hut, romantic shepherd hut retreat with log burner, hot tub, pet friendly!

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A small, single-story cabin with a visible door and a lit interior, surrounded by trees and a grassy area.
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Paignton, Devon
  • Place, South Devon
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Paignton Zoo
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Paignton Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    ‪62 min drive‬

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About the area

Paignton

At this cabin you'll be within a 20-minute walk of Paignton Zoo and 2 km (1.2 mi) from South Devon. .Cabin features free WiFi, a fireplace and a Smart TV. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A coffee/tea maker and a hairdryer are also available. Change of towels is available on request
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What's nearby

  • South Devon - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Paignton Zoo - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Splashdown Quaywest - 6 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Goodrington Sands Beach - 7 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Paignton Beach - 8 min drive - 5.1 km

Getting around

  • Paignton Station - 11 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Honeymoon Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sunshine Cafe - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cantina Kitchen & Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Squires - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Apple hut, romantic shepherd hut retreat with log burner, hot tub, pet friendly!

Private field view in our orchard with grazing sheep 2 miles from the heart of Paignton, 4 miles from Torquay and Brixham. Chill in your personal hot tub, enjoy a drink by our stream, light the BBQ or fire pit or use this as a base to explore the beaches, caves, coves, shopping and Dartmoor!

Free WiFi if you do need to check an email or two :)

Private parking on site and contact free lock box check-in.

The Shepherd hut is fully insulated, has central heating and a log burner for those chilly nights as well as electric shower, fully flushing toilet and hot and cold water. The TV connects to WiFi and can be used for your own Netflix account etc.

Inside you have the double bed with very well kitted out kitchen area for preparation of food. It has a fridge (small freezer compartment), microwave, toaster, hot plate (electric hob), coffee machine and kettle and has all the necessary cutlery, plates, cups etc. to make your stay really enjoyable.

We provide a supply of free coffee, tea bags, sugar, local cider, homemade biscuits, local crisps as well as dog bowl and biscuits for your pet if you bring one along with you.

We also provide all the fresh bedding you need together with towels and shower (hair, conditioner body wash) products for you to use.

The log burner is for your private use and has a supply of logs in the hot, together with kindling and fire lighters for your use on the BBQ, log burner or fire pit.

There is little you need to bring other than BBQ coals and food to eat!

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Composting
  • Garden
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Recycling
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Apple hut, romantic shepherd hut retreat with log burner, hot tub, pet friendly!?

The closest beach to Apple hut, romantic shepherd hut retreat with log burner, hot tub, pet friendly! is Goodrington Sands Beach (2.9 km).

Does Apple hut, romantic shepherd hut retreat with log burner, hot tub, pet friendly! have a pool?

No, this cabin doesn't have a pool.

What makes Apple hut, romantic shepherd hut retreat with log burner, hot tub, pet friendly! a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and fireplaces help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at Apple hut, romantic shepherd hut retreat with log burner, hot tub, pet friendly!.

Is Apple hut, romantic shepherd hut retreat with log burner, hot tub, pet friendly! family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground, a BBQ and children's books, it's no surprise that Apple hut, romantic shepherd hut retreat with log burner, hot tub, pet friendly! is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a private hot tub at Apple hut, romantic shepherd hut retreat with log burner, hot tub, pet friendly!?

Yep, there is a hot tub.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Apple hut, romantic shepherd hut retreat with log burner, hot tub, pet friendly!?

No, Apple hut, romantic shepherd hut retreat with log burner, hot tub, pet friendly! does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Apple hut, romantic shepherd hut retreat with log burner, hot tub, pet friendly!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Apple hut, romantic shepherd hut retreat with log burner, hot tub, pet friendly! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Luke C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic stay

The place is a dream and has everything you need for a comfortable stay! Kick back in the hot tub or in front of the fire what more could you want. Would highly recommend to anyone looking to book this. Fantastic place!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely few days relaxing in the Shepard's hut and hot tub. The cider and snacks were very much appreciated
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sam K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sam

Lovely quiet stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

seldon c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

perfect retreat

beautiful and peaceful hut and very thoughtful and welcoming host. will return
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

jeremy c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Hut did just what the Dr ordered, nice and hot hot tub, an excellent way to chill out in the evening......Great communication from Elizabeth and Andrew with all mod cons at hand......including the most awesome Cider....We'll return!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025