Barkhill Shepherd's Huts
Blandford Forum, Dorset
A tranquil site with stunning views out towards Hambledon Hill, Barkhill Shepherd's Huts provides adults only with a much needed getaway amongst Dorset farmland. The shepherd's hut is completely self contained with everything you could need and sleeps up to two people comfy in a double bed. Relax onsite or visit nearby market towns and National Trust sites.
Breathtaking views out towards Hambledon Hill, Compton Abbas and King Alfred's Tower
A peaceful adult only shepherd's hut in the Blackmore Vale, with a private fire pit and BBQ
A 25 minute walk from the closest pub - The Royal Oak and market towns nearby
About Barkhill Shepherd's Huts
This romantic shepherd's hut is a lovely choice for couples looking to escape everyday life with breathtaking views over Hambledon Hill. The cosy interior has a double bed for two, with all bedding, linen and towels provided. It's an open plan space, with a small dining table and well equipped kitchenette, including a fridge, table top hob, kettle, crockery and cooking utensils. There's a small ensuite, with a shower, toilet and sink. Outside is your own private space with outdoor seating as well as a fire pit and charcoal BBQ. The shepherd's hut has quaint decorations throughout, designed to make your stay as wonderful as possible. Get out and explore the stunning countryside with nearby market towns within easy reach too, or simply sit back and relax onsite. Dogs are not permitted on site at this time.
Open all year
The unit has its own ensuite complete with a toilet, shower and sink. There is also a small well-equipped kitchenette and outside is your own BBQ fire pit.
Your closest shops are The Eco Market and Co-op in Sturminster Newton, an easy ten minute drive away. For a delicious evening meal pop along to The Royal Oak, five minutes by car or 25 minutes by foot.
Adult only
Allow commercial vans
Allow pets on site
Bike hire
Café / restaurant
Communal BBQ
Disabled facilities
Drinking water
Electric hookups
Entertainment
Family friendly
Fires allowed
Fishing
Games room
Glamping
Golf
Horse riding
Hot tub
Kids club
Kids playground
Laundry
Near beach
Near pub
Open year round
Peaceful
RV pitches
Shop
Showers
Swimming pool
Toilet
TV room
Vineyard
Water hookups
Watersports
W.C. disposal
WiFi
There are 1 accommodation options on-site
Bluebird Shepherd's Hut
Max 2 people
Fitted with a double bed and all bedding/towels provided, a dining table, log burner and small kitchenette area with a table top hob, kettle, fridge and sink, cooking utensils and crockery. Ensuite with a toilet and shower. Outdoor furniture provided too.
Site tariff
Interested in staying at Barkhill Shepherd's Huts?
Call 07969 690005 to book.
Unfortunately Barkhill Shepherd's Huts doesn't share their availability calendar with us yet. Availability changes quickly, especially in summer, so we recommend enquiring by phone to avoid missing out.
Site rules and policies
Check-in is available between 3pm-6pm.
Check out is at 12pm on your day of departure.
Dogs are not allowed, sorry.
Things to do on site and in the Blandford Forum area
You're view will be directly across to the breathtaking National Trust Hambledon Hill which is also an easy ten minute drive away. Known as one of the best preserved and most famous Iron Age hill forts in the UK, it's great for walking and making the most of getting outdoors. Maybe you'll be able to spot the Shepherd's Hut from the top!
Explore the grand estate, striking architecture and peaceful grounds of Sherborne Castles and Gardens (25 minutes), or visit Sherborne's Old Castle (25 minutes) a 12th century ruined castle steeped in history.
Other local things to do:
- Sturminster Newton Mill (5 minutes)
- Okeford Hill Bike Park (10 minutes)
- National Trust Hod Hill (15 minutes)
- Alners Gorse Butterfly Reserve (10 minutes)
- Todber Manor Fisheries (15 minutes)
- Medieval market town Blandford Forum (20 minutes)
- Compton Abbas Airfield (25 minutes)
- King Alfred's Tower (40 minutes)
- Wookey Hole Caves (an hour)
Interested in staying at Barkhill Shepherd's Huts?
Call 07969 690005 to book.
Unfortunately Barkhill Shepherd's Huts doesn't share their availability calendar with us yet. Availability changes quickly, especially in summer, so we recommend enquiring by phone to avoid missing out.
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