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Reviews of The Orchard Shepherds Hut

Newhouse farm , Membury, Axminster, Axminster, EX13 7AA, United Kingdom

#3 of 25 hotels in Axminster

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 43 hotel reviews

9.6

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.8

  • Comfort

    9.6

  • Location

    9.6

  • Facilities

    9.7

  • Staff

    9.9

  • Value for money

    9.6

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  • Reviewed: 2 November 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The property was perfect. Only downside was it was hard to get taxis in to Axminster but that can’t be helped!

    A lovely, cute a quirky accommodation with all the facilities we needed plus some thoughtful extra touches. Sarah was friendly and helpful and we loved admiring the views and watching the animals and workings of the farm.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 September 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Host was very helpful. Place was clean and modern Hot shower

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 September 2023

    9.0
    An amazing transformation back two centuries in campervan design
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Having to return to normality

    Peace and tranquility. The total unexpectedness of what we found inside this amazing hut.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 August 2023

    10
    Amazing
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was incredibly peaceful- exactly what I wanted/needed. A perfect little escape.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 August 2023

    10
    Idealic get-away.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Idealic location, quiet, peaceful, a perfect place to escape and recharge your batteries. The pet sheep outside the window were wonderful.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 July 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No scones on arrival as detailed in the literature which we were looking forward to...but Sarah did provide flapjacks which were nice .

    Secluded private perfect for getting away from everything.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 July 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    Very thoughtfully laid out and peaceful location, thank you.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 June 2023

    10
    The whole experience is exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Incredible quiet location. Every amenity & equipment provided. Host very welcoming. Clean. Absolutely lovely stay.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 June 2023

    10
    anyone want a break in the country to chill out and relax then this is the place
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    nothing

    absolutely loved it very clean great views nice welcome treats nothing to much bother will defo recommend a stay here

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 May 2023

    10
    exactly what we hoped for.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Sarah and her family were welcoming on arrival, the attention to detail was spot on and we felt relaxed and comfortable instantly. nothing was too much trouble.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 May 2023

    10
    Relaxing night away in the country.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The hut was beautiful, had everything you needed. We made use of the bbq and had some wonderful weather. It was a relaxing private little getaway set in a beautiful farm with sheep just outside the window!

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 May 2023

    9.0
    Beautiful location, incredibly peaceful stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    Quite an early checkout time. If you're tall (6ft 2 +) you might struggle to fit in the bed too. Although very much appreciated that there's nothing to be done about this as the bed is as long as the hut will allow.

    Lovely hut, finished to a very high standard. Beautiful location. Great spot for a trip to the countryside. Host was very kind and had some great suggestions for us. Thanks!

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 February 2023

    10
    Fab little break in beautiful location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It is the sweetest little hut ever ! Beautifully kitted out inside and Sarah is a fabulous host - would highly recommend

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 October 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Shops and pubs are a car ride away which helps with the experience of peace and quiet. However it does mean you need to self cater unless youre happy to get in the car. In the summer there's a barbecue and plenty of space to cook and eat outdoors. However in the autumn and winter it's worth preparing/taking some food that is easy to reheat as there isn't really room to cook from scratch unless you are super organised.

    A little tricky to find but well worth the effort. A really luxurious glamping experience in a peaceful location. Hosts were super welcoming and made alot of effort to look after me.

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 16 October 2022

    10
    Peaceful and relaxing
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Can’t answer this

    Incredible Shepards hut. Very clean Very cosy with everything you could need Lots of antique shops nearby if that’s your thing Host was very welcoming and helpful and added a few extra touches for customer comfort 5 stars from us and we will definitely be returning

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 10 October 2022

    9.0
    Idyllic, unique, and very relaxing
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    Although the hut was secure, it would have been good to have a latch or lock on the door

    The setting- the unique location All you here and see were sheep and birds. We had food outside in the sun overlooking the farm The kitchen was well equipped and the bed was very comfortable

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 18 September 2022

    10
    Relaxing, cosy and hard to leave!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Can't think of anything.

    There was no breakfast. The hut looked beautiful and was kitted out with everything you could think of for a comfortable stay. The location in a field a short distance from the farmhouse allows for peace and privacy without feeling isolated.

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: 11 September 2022

    10
    Amazing shepherds hut
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    What a lovely little shepherds hut. So cosy. The hut had everything you needed and lovely extras like fresh milk and crisps also a can of cider and a gin and tonic. The shower was amazing so hot. The bed was so comfortable 😀

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: 10 September 2022

    9.0
    Lovely spot, very comfortable and well equipped
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    It was difficult to find - Sat Nav lead me astray. What 3 words is pacifist.cookery.trumpet. Felt ever so slightly disappointed that I didn't get any scones as others said, although Sarah had left some biscuits as a consolation.

    Super spot, very cosy hut and well equipped. Perfect for my short stay. Comfortable bed, but be careful climbing up - easy to miss footing.

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: 1 September 2022

    10
    An absolutely fantastic place and would totally recommend it!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights

    There was nothing we didn't like, we couldn't fault any of it! Guest's my wonder where the stop cock is for the water supply but I wouldn't worry the water come from a spring and you just have to let the pump kick in to get the pressure up, and you don't like fresh spring water Sarah supplies bottled water for drinking.

    What's not like, Sarah and her Husband are such a lovely couple, and the location was a dream come true! The shepherds hut is in a small paddock on their farm in Membury, we were greeted by Sarah's Eight Swiss sheep and later by a litter of two month old collie pups and their dad (and of course Sarah ). We loved the country side ,the piece and quite and the tranquillity so much we stayed an extra night and would of stayed longer if we could. The farm is with in easy reach of Axminster and there are plenty of other places to visit in the both the country side and seaside towns and villages of Devon, Dorset and Somerset. Sarah has put so much love and attention to detail in to the shepherds hut and she also has a yurt and a cottage for holiday stays that we are hoping to stay at in the near future We will definitely be going back. THANK SARAH FOR A FANTASTIC HOLIDAY.

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: 29 August 2022

    10
    Perfect hideaway for a romantic getaway
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Coziness, Peaceful and well supplied

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: 15 August 2022

    9.0
    Great. Would recommend. Especially motorbike tourists, as I like having bike close to where I sleep
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    If your tall the bed is too short. (I’m not tall so was fine) WiFi would have been nice. No nearby shops so take supplies there. Fridge inside would have been good. (Many trips round corner to fridge outside could get snoozing if there for a while.)

    Great location, private and secure. Great little set up. Lots of little touches that added value.

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: 7 August 2022

    10
    Amazing and peaceful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Amazing views Lovely hut had everything you need Very welcoming and helpful owner

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: 31 July 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    everything, it was just beautiful

    Stayed in July 2022

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