The Hen's Dens at Orchard Organic Farm are orchard grass pitches and timber tent camping and glamping pods, carefully set within a quiet part of an orchard. Sleeping up to five and dog friendly, they're ideal for couples and families. Stay on an attractive, small farm site, set in Devon countryside and close to a lovely beach. Open year round and only 15 minutes from Torquay and its beach vibes.

Great base in Devon, just 15 minutes from Torquay and sandy Maidencombe beach

Unique tent-style glamping pods (originally chicken sheds!) on a peaceful farm

Onsite farm shop with organic produce including eggs, bacon and apple juice

About The Hen's Dens at Orchard Organic Farm

The Hen's Dens offers stunning camping and touring amongst an orchard, or the option of converted pod chicken sheds with cosy insulation and plenty of shelter from the elements. There are just six individually named grass pitches for tents and campervans only, each nestled away in its own private slot of the orchard on a slight slope. The maximum number of people per pitch is five and each pitch measures 3.6m x 7m and comes with 6 amp electric hook up. Inside the three pods is toasty heating, lighting and electric - with a picnic bench outside and space to make up a campfire. You can choose how you'd like to stay, either renting unfurnished and bringing your own beds, or booking a set of camping beds for your trip for an extra fee, so that things are nice and easy. Each den comes with the luxury of your own private lockable bathroom and kitchen area where you can safely keep bits and bobs. It has your shower, toilet and wash basin inside, along with an indoor sofa area. There's space for washing up and a small kitchen area with a fridge-freezer, microwave and kettle. Bringing a good sleeping bag is recommended to make sure you're comfy at any time of year. Extras such as beds and stoves can also be booked at an additional cost, and you can even book a farm tour! One well behaved dog is welcome to join you on your glamping adventure.

The Hen's Dens at Orchard Organic Farm is open all year round in 2024 and 2025.


Facilities and amenities

On site facilities include three toilets and showers, a washing up area, a covered cooking area with microwave, toaster, kettle and a shared fridge. A shared washing machine is available with an honesty box. There are also picnic benches with parasols, a wetsuit rinsing barrel, a fire pit and a BBQ area.

All glamping units include private facilities - a lockable bathroom and kitchen area.

There is good 4G coverage on site.

Dog walks available starting right from site.

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Adult only

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Allow commercial vans

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Allow pets

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Bike hire

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Café / restaurant

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Communal BBQ

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Disabled facilities

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Drinking water

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Electric hookups

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Entertainment

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Family friendly

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Fires allowed

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Fishing

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Games room

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Glamping

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Golf

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Horse riding

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Hot tub

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Internet access

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Kids club

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Kids playground

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Laundry

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Near beach

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Near pub

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Open year round

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Peaceful

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RV pitches

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Shop

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Showers

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Swimming pool

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Toilets

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TV room

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Vineyard

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Water hookups

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Watersports

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W.C. disposal


A note from the site themselves...

The Dens are our original chicken sheds, built by us at the start of our organic laying hens enterprise, which became redundant since we expanded the business. We suddenly had a light bulb moment and thought 'Why don't we turn them into Timber Tents', and, with the support of the planning authority, we set out to convert them.

The Dens have been carefully set in a quiet spot amongst our cob nut trees and adjoining an orchard of organic desert apple trees. After many months of hard work, we have created an attractive, appealing, unique, small site to provide an enjoyable place to stay. We hope you get to experience it soon, Jerry


Map and address

Park address

The Hen's Dens at Orchard Organic Farm,

Gabwell Hill, Stokeinteignhead, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 4QP

Coordinates

50.5135, -3.5216 | SX 92 69

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The Hen's Dens at Orchard Organic Farm is ideal for...

Couples

Duke of Edinburgh Award

Older children (13+)

Peace and quiet

Young children


There are 9 accommodation options on-site

Bookable pitches and accommodation options

Gala Electric Grass Pitch

Max 5 people

Electric grass pitches located in the orchard, each measuring 3.6m x 7m with 6 amp electric. Suitable for tents and campervans only.

Russet Electric Grass Pitch

Max 5 people

Electric grass pitch located in the orchard measuring 3.6m x 7m with 6amp electric. Suitable for tents and campervans only.

Katy Electric Grass Pitch

Max 5 people

Electric grass pitch located in the orchard measuring 3.6m x 7m with 6amp electric. Suitable for tents and campervans only.

Bramley Electric Grass Pitch

Max 5 people

Electric grass pitch located in the orchard measuring 3.6m x 7m with 6amp electric. Suitable for tents and campervans only.

Falstaff Electric Grass Pitch

Max 5 people

Electric grass pitch located in the orchard measuring 3.6m x 7m with 6amp electric. Suitable for tents and campervans only.

Greensleeve Electric Grass Pitch

Max 5 people

Electric grass pitch located in the orchard measuring 3.6m x 7m with 6amp electric. Suitable for tents and campervans only.


The Hen's Dens at Orchard Organic Farm reviews

4.88 /5

45 reviews

96%

would recommend

Overall
4.88
Location
4.91
Value for money
4.89
Service
4.84
Facilities
4.87
Cleanliness
4.89

October

Deborah H

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Sprinter-Type Campervan - Greensleeve Electric Grass PitchOct 2024

A lovely small campsite, set in the real countryside, on a farm and orchard. Very accommodating and hospitable owners. Super clean facilities with added extras. I was especially fond of the soft shower mats and other charming details. Fabulous eggs & apples.

Lovely stat

Richard C

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VW-Type Campervan - Katy Electric Grass PitchSep 2024

Lovely campsite with everything you need ,showers and toilets were clean and washing areas also Lovely views of the surrounding area all located in an apple orchard Chickens on site so nice fresh eggs a plenty for breakfast Perfect

One of the best campsites I've seen

Ewa M

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Small Tent - Bramley Electric Grass PitchAug 2024

This was one of the best campsites I've ever seen. Well equipped, charming surroundings - beautiful apple trees. Very tidy, clean and well organised. Highly recommend. 🙂

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FAQ

Check-in is available from 3:30pm and you must check out by 10am on your final day.

Yes, one well behaved dog is welcome to join you per pod, provided they are kept on a lead whilst onsite. There are a number of dog walks starting directly from the site, and Torquay nearby has a range of dog friendly beaches too.

You're welcome to bring disposable BBQs for use on the stone area outside each pod here. You'll also find a communal fire pit and BBQ area within the copse.

Laze under the sun on some of Devon's fabulous beaches nearby including Torquay (5 miles) and Paignton (7.3 miles). The beach at Maidencombe is just over half a mile away from the site too. Little ones can enjoy the tree top course at Go Ape! in Haldon Forest, complete with zip wires, rope bridges and more. Other attractions nearby include: *Decoy Country Park (4.8 miles) *Occombe Farm (6.6 miles) *Compton Castle (7.9 miles)


Try a real Devon pub in one of the local villages (and perhaps a glass of delicious ale or cider) or head to Paignton and Torquay for a great selection of cafes and restaurants. See a show at the Prince Theatre and then finish it off with a slap up meal.

Go Ape! in Haldon Forest (30 minutes) will have all your little monkeys getting active and then once they've blown off a little steam they can see games come to life at the House of Marbles.

Maidencombe Beach is a beautiful place with a pretty footpath and a tasty cafe for some post-sunshine refreshment, and is just an easy five minute drive away.

The Hen' Dens are really well located for a variety of activities such as walking, cycling, coasteering, climbing and watersports.

And a short car journey will get you to great places to visit like:

  • Torquay Golf Course (5 minutes)
  • Tessier Gardens (10 minutes)
  • Dartmoor National Park (35 minutes)
  • Exeter (40 minutes)
  • Dartmouth (55 minutes)
  • Salcombe (an hour)
The listing for The Hen's Dens at Orchard Organic Farm was last updated on November 1st, 2024 at 7:03 AM

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