Lottie's Hut

ID: S778316

  • Bedrooms 1
  • ・ Sleeps 2
  • ・ Pets 1

Guests say

Lottie's Hut in Okehampton is consistently praised for its attention to detail, cosy atmosphere, and stunning location. Guests appreciate the warm welcome, including thoughtful touches like fresh eggs and homemade treats. The property is well-maintained, beautifully decorated, and offers amazing countryside views, making it an ideal base for exploring Dartmoor and Devon.

There is no specific mention of cleanliness in the reviews, so it is not possible to provide an accurate score.

The location is highly praised for its amazing countryside views and ideal positioning for exploring Dartmoor and coastal areas, suggesting a very high level of satisfaction.

Guests describe their stay as peaceful, cosy, and warm, indicating a high level of comfort. However, one mention of a high bed needing a firm step for older guests slightly impacts the score.

The property is noted for having everything needed for a comfortable stay, with a well-thought-out layout and attention to detail. The mention of a high bed needing a step suggests a minor area for improvement.

The owners are commended for their thoughtfulness, providing welcome packs and homemade treats. While these gifts are greatly appreciated, it should be noted that such personal touches, although likely, are not guaranteed.

About this property

Okehampton 2.6 miles. Lottie’s Hut is an inviting shepherd’s hut situated in a shared field at Crosslands Farm, near Okehampton, Devon. Boasting an appealing interior with far-reaching moorland views towards the pretty village of Belstone, Lottie’s Hut is conveniently located for a couple and their canine companion looking to explore this part of Devon. Step inside and explore the open-plan, studio style layout with kitchen housing a combi air fryer and grill, electric plate hob, and fridge with ice box. Warm your toes in front of the woodburning stove while you relax in one of the two chairs, or pull out the dining table to enjoy mealtimes together.

Finally, drift off to sleep in the king-size bed, before freshening up in the shower room. Enjoy an alfresco breakfast at the picnic table or return in the evening and take a sundowner by the firepit. Head to Okehampton and visit the impressive castle ruins, explore the bustling shops and cafes, or take a leisurely riverside stroll through Simmons Park. Experience the Granite Way by bike or on foot: with most of the 11 mile route being traffic-free, this is a peaceful way to enjoy the moorland scenery. For a true taste of the wild outdoors, explore the Dartmoor National Park where you can take in an array of breathtaking moorland landscapes, dramatic tors, and quaint villages. Lose yourself in the beauty of nature, and marvel at the diverse wildlife that call this national park home. If you’re looking for a city experience, take a trip to Exeter and wander through the cobbled streets, admire the ancient architecture, visit the impressive Cathedral or take a stroll along the River Exe. A warm welcome awaits at Lottie’s Hut.

Okehampton is a busy market town on the edge of the Dartmoor National Park and near the highest and most dramatic areas of the moor, where Yes Tor rises to a height above 2000 feet. To the north of Okehampton are some beautiful rolling Devon hills where small farming villages nestle amidst woods and fields with plenty of gently flowing rivers. The fabulous Roadford Reservoir offers a multitude of watersport activities and fishing opportunities. Okehampton has a prominent medieval castle overlooking a wooded river valley, the Museum of Dartmoor Life and Okehampton train station, which has been restored to its 1950s glory: The Dartmoor Line now operates a service between Okehampton and Exeter every hour, 7 days a week. The town also has access to fabulous walks and Simmons Park where you’ll find a children’s adventure playground. This area of Devon has plenty of farm shops and country inns serving good food where visitors can spend time relaxing and unwinding amongst unspoilt countryside.

Accommodation

Single-storey insulated shepherds hut.

Studio-style layout with king-size bed, wardrobe, kitchenette, and dining area with woodburning stove.

Shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail, and WC

Combi air fryer and grill, electric plate hob, fridge with ice box.

Smart TV, WiFi.

Fuel and power included rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

On-site, off-road parking.

Decking with furniture and lawned area with firepit.

One well-behaved pet welcome (please keep dogs on leads due to sheep grazing in adjacent field).

Sorry, no smoking.

Shop 0.4 miles, pub 1.1 miles.

Note: There are steps to the exterior, please take care.

Note: This is an adult-only property.

Note: Lottie's Hut is positioned in a field where six touring pitch spaces are allocated at the opposite end: please be aware of this when making your booking.

Note: The property is ideally located for exploring Devon as there is easy access to the A30 - associated road noise is to be expected accordingly.

Note: The reserved parking space is a roughly a 150-yard gentle walk away

Reviews (10)

  • Niall

    Bed too high . Owners unfriendly.

  • Kellie

    Would definitely go back and stay again. The owners came to greet us and said if we need anything to let them know. A nice warm welcome

  • Daniel

    The property outside is beautiful and has everything you need to enjoy the views and relaxing stay. Inside the hall property is done beautifully and you can tell that the owners has put a lot of thought and care in making sure all the guess have a comfortable and enjoyable stay . From the moment we walk in we felt very welcome, our host has kindly let us homemade chocolate brownies ,free range eggs and milk . We highly recommending this beautiful accommodation to others and a place we love to come back again.

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