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Reviews of Beautiful, Secluded Shepherd's Hut in the National Park

Coombe farm Sandy lane, Rake, GU33 7JF, United Kingdom

#1 of 2 hotels in Rake

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 41 hotel reviews

9.5

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.4

  • Comfort

    9.4

  • Location

    9.3

  • Facilities

    9.1

  • Staff

    9.6

  • Value for money

    9.1

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  • Reviewed: 31 August 2025

    10
    Beautiful shepherd's hut
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Extra Bed
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    You truly felt you were away from it all. Beautiful location, complete peace, and quiet. Loved the fact it was eco-friendly. Great place for the dogs, too. Have not felt so relaxed for a long time.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 August 2025

    10
    Wonderful cosy hut in the woods
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Extra Bed
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Enchanting and really cosy!! Loved the attention with the blueberries, eggs… the bed is extremely confortable

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 7 August 2025

    9.0
    Serene escape - Don't hesitate.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Extra Bed
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    A minor quibble: An area of flat grass for a kick about.

    We were fortunate to enjoy a lovely summer day during our one-night stay in early August 2025. This rural retreat is a hidden gem, peacefully tucked away in the countryside, yet easy to find with the host’s clear instructions and sat nav. Have faith and head all the way down Sandy Lane. The hut is beautifully designed, combining rural charm with modern comfort in a thoughtful layout. Communication with the host, Alice, was excellent throughout, and it was a pleasure to meet her in person at checkout. She’s just as lovely as her messages. Don’t hesitate, book and enjoy this serene escape!

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 30 June 2025

    10
    A lovely and unique place to escape the hustle and bustle of the world.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Extra Bed
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The location is lovely - so peaceful and secluded. The hut is really comfortable and the kitchen and “bathroom” area really quirky and unique, but really well thought out with everything you need.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 22 June 2025

    10
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Extra Bed
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Maybe the track leading to it ..but really that’s it

    It’s great

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 3 June 2025

    10
    Peaceful, Thoughtful, and Just What We Needed
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Extra Bed
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    None

    This shepherd’s hut was such a special find – quiet, beautifully tucked away, and full of thoughtful details that made our stay feel both cosy and memorable. It’s clear a lot of care has gone into creating the space. The hut is well-equipped, spotless, and incredibly charming – we instantly felt at home. The setting is stunning. We loved sitting outside in the evening, watching the sky change colour over the fields, and our daughter had the best time exploring the surroundings. It’s a lovely balance between nature and comfort. One of the standout parts of the experience was the host. Communication was spot-on from the beginning – she was warm, flexible, and incredibly helpful. Everything we needed to know was clearly laid out, which made settling in really easy and stress-free. We also really appreciated the little extras – local treats, suggestions for nearby walks, and small touches that made the whole stay feel personal. Highly recommended if you’re looking for a slow, peaceful break from city life. We left feeling completely recharged

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 28 May 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Extra Bed
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was absoultely perfect and exactly what we needed- peace , going back to basics and reuniting with nature!On top of that place was realy clean with everything you really need for the stay including toiletries. We were greeted with fresh blueberries, eggs, milk and marshamallows. We loved every minute and didn't want to leave! Idyllic place we definetely want to go back to! Family of 4(2adults and 2 kids)

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 18 May 2025

    10
    Magical country retreat with everything you could need!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Extra Bed
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing, it was perfect!

    We had a magical stay here over a sunny May weekend. It’s located on the edge of a large field surrounded by bushes and woodland - no other buildings around so you’re really in the middle of nature - a fox, lots of birds etc. We found fresh eggs, blueberries and marshmallows in the hut as we arrived. The bed was huge (king size I think!) and one of the comfiest we’ve ever slept in. The kitchenette, compost loo and warm shower were under a separate hut and really well stocked with everything you could need. The fire pit was huge with lots of wood to use. It’s now up there with our favourite place we’ve stayed in! Thank you so much to the host Alice who was so lovely and helpful when messaging! We’ll be back, thank you.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 11 May 2025

    9.0
    Good vibes and feeling blessed
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Extra Bed
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Can be scary at night

    Hidden and secluded. Great views. Relaxing detox would definitely come back again.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 7 May 2025

    10
    Remote access, but so very worthwhile. Helpful owner and amazing facility
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Extra Bed
    • Stayed 1 night

    Comfy hut, with separate outdoor toilet, shower and cooking station. This off grid facility delivered a more competent experience than many hotels

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 6 May 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • With a pet
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Extra Bed
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We wanted somewhere to chill, which offered peace and nature's sounds, And we got exactly that, perfection.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 April 2025

    10
    Had a wonderful stay with partner and dog. Beautiful accommodation & location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Extra Bed
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing at all.

    Everything! The location is amazing. Really appreciate the fact that it is dog friendly. It really is a hidden gem!

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 13 October 2024

    10
    Perfect little getaway for some peace and quiet
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Extra Bed
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There wasn’t anything not to like.

    Amazing place to stay! So quiet and peaceful, farm shop and shops 10 minutes away by car if needed. Durleighmarsh Farm Shop had some lovely local produce. The host was very helpful and friendly! We will definitely be coming back again!

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 July 2024

    10
    Fabulous
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Extra Bed
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Second time going, beautiful place, got to see a few animals about, birds a barn owl, deer in the field on our dusk walk up the path. Bed so comfy a lovely chilled experience with my husband, his birthday treat away. My husband was not a fan of the compost toilet but I didn't mind, lovely shower, something wild about showering in a field with birds singing all around you. Loved it

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 September 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Extra Bed
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Great location, good facilities

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 August 2023

    10
    Perfect romantic getaway
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Extra Bed
    • Stayed 2 nights

    This is a lovely place to get away from it all, it really is secluded, the shepherds hut is comfortable and cosy and the separate building that houses the kitchen, shower and toilet is made of everything reclaimed, it’s quant and quirky, but at the same time is clean and has everything you need, the owner really has thought of everything. The fire pit is fab, evenings spent sitting round the fire toasting marshmallows were perfect. This was our second visit and we will return.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 August 2023

    8.0
    Great glamping experience
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Extra Bed
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Peaceful,relaxing and comfortable. Seeing the deer was a bonus. The facilities were just right and the welcome box a lovely gesture, especially the Raspberries. I would like to return and spend more time just to sit and enjoy the peace. If you’re not great at starting wood fires take some kindling it really helps to get the fire pit going. I took two fold up chairs as my mother is 82 so not up to sitting on the log seats. The track to the site has a few pot holes, but it’s ok. There is a little coop that was well stocked about 5-10 mins away if you need plus pubs. The position of the hut provides a stunning sunrise, and sunshine till late afternoon.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 July 2023

    10
    Great and comfy
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Extra Bed
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Everything and facilities

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 July 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Extra Bed
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    This place is a gem, came with my partner to celebrate his 50th. So peaceful and relaxing. Bed and pillows were eally comfy, had a great sleep. A lovely touch of goodies on the table. We're planning on booking again.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 July 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Extra Bed
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Perfect for a secluded break, with walking available immediately from your doorstep.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 June 2023

    9.0
    A gem!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Extra Bed
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I have no criticism of the place. My only reccomendation to make it better would be a heads up on ticks, and if there was some outside shelter from the sun/rain it would make it mega. 😊

    Everything. Location, facilities, vibe.. Beautiful gem of a place. Definitely would like to return.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 31 May 2023

    10
    Just perfect!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Extra Bed
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    That we couldn’t stay longer!

    How quiet, private, beautiful and secluded it is! Lazy, long breakfasts, watching the kids build a fire, the deer passing through, all just wonderful!

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 February 2023

    10
    Excellent nature break!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Extra Bed
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Having to pay £5 for a bag of firewood.

    It really is secluded but not far away at the same time! Loved the beanbag chairs.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 February 2023

    10
    perfect will definitely be returning !
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Extra Bed
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    it was clean and cosy we loved our fresh bread and blueberries and the marshmallows where a great added extra this stay was lovely and the host was very helpful and approachable about anything we had to ask … such a lot of thought goes in to preparing our stay we could tell milk left for us as-well tea coffee everything u would need we had there ready for our stay we felt very welcome here ! we got a lot more from our stay then we expected, we would definitely recommend this stay to our friends and family …. we very much want to come back in the spring or summertime … we also saw a deer on our first morning there was wonderful and such a joy to be there …!

    Stayed in February 2023

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