Shepherd's Huts in Tamar Valley

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On the Devon and Cornwall border, the Tamar Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty draws hikers and wildlife enthusiasts to its unique drowned valley landscapes. Hike steep gorges, cycle through forested valleys, or camp at peaceful country campsites. With three rivers to choose from, getting on the water is a must—set sail on a barge cruise along the Lynher River, enjoy water sports on the lakes, or fish for salmon along the Tamar River. Summer is peak season for campers, while spring and fall are the best times for bird-watching around the estuaries.

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Pittaford Farm

1. Pittaford Farm

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Kingsbridge, England · 15 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
A campfire-friendly site in South Devon, with a beach, a nature reserve and a pub all less than 45 minutes' walk away
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Willow Valley Holiday Park

2. Willow Valley Holiday Park

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Bude , England · 25 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
This peaceful, sheltered site has a special character. The site is the ideal place to unwind with plenty of safe space, a meandering river and friendly atmosphere. It offers 4 acres with facilities, 7 acres of wilderness, shower block, level pitches, picturesque river, children’s playground and has been rated AA 4 star gold pennant. Becky and John both love Cornwall and fell in love with the site as soon as they saw it and it provided the perfect opportunity for a new challenge. Having only recently taken over at Willow Valley in the Summer of 2024, there are always ongoing improvements being made so make sure you keep in touch. Any returning campers will be glad to know we aren’t changing the campsite itself though. Why would we when it is already so perfect!
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Atlantic Horizons

3. Atlantic Horizons

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Bude, England · 9 units · Tents, Glamping
We are a friendly glamping and camping site set in the beautiful natural surroundings of the North Cornwall coast and countryside allowing for a quiet getaway or family break. Atlantic Horizons aims to offer the camping experience but without the hassle. Supplying you with everything you need for a relaxing yet comfortable glamping experience. We understand how the issues of packing and unpacking can be for you, especially after a long drive, therefore we feel that it is important to remove any challenges by providing you with a variety of glamping packages to suit your needs.
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Sky View Shepherd's Huts

4. Sky View Shepherd's Huts

England · 1 unit
Sky view shepherd's huts offers the opportunity to experience staying in 2 huts which are more spacious than usual shepherd's huts- they sleep up to 6 people across a smaller bedroom hut and a larger living/sleeping hut. There is a wonderful wood burning hot tub included and it is all set in your own private paddock overlooking our herd of Shetland and Jacob sheep. We are situated only 2 miles from the beautiful north Cornish coastal villages of Porthtowan and Portreath- both with excellent walking and cycling routes available. These beaches are brilliant surfing and body boarding spots. We have a bbq, outdoor shower and self composting loo which are completely private to the huts with no other campers around.
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Hideaway Camping

5. Hideaway Camping

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Okehampton, England · 17 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Carefree camping and glamping in Devon with a nature-friendly setting and imaginative owners
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Bowhayes Farm - Glamping & Camping

6. Bowhayes Farm - Glamping & Camping

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Sidmouth, England · 12 units · Tents, Glamping
Nearly-wild camping in a Devon cider orchard, 5 miles from the Jurassic Coast
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West Kellow Yurts

7. West Kellow Yurts

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Nr Looe, England · 8 units
A small glamping site on a family farm in Cornwall, set just outside the idyllic seaside village of Polperro
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Diddylake Shepherd Huts

8. Diddylake Shepherd Huts

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Bodmin Moor, England · 1 unit
An off-grid shepherd’s hut site out on Bodmin Moor
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Rushford Shepherd's Hut

9. Rushford Shepherd's Hut

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Narrowbridge, England · 1 unit
A dog-friendly shepherd's hut in the Teign Valley at the heart of Dartmoor National Park
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Cotna Eco Retreat

10. Cotna Eco Retreat

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Gorran Churchtown, England · 3 units
An peaceful, eco heaven near the coast, on a 10-acre organic smallholding in Cornwall with yurts, a shepherd’s hut and a strawbale barn
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Private woodland in a shepherds hut

11. Private woodland in a shepherds hut

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Okehampton, England · 1 unit
A shepherd’s hut with a hot tub in a private woodland in Devon
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Rocombe Valley Retreat

12. Rocombe Valley Retreat

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Lower Rocombe, England · 5 units
Glamping near the English Riviera, with wood-fired hot tubs and coarse fishing lakes
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Dreamhuts Retreat

13. Dreamhuts Retreat

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Kerswell, England · 2 units
A pair of super-luxury shepherd's huts in the rural Culm Valley countryside, where good walks and welcoming pubs abound
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Hideaway Huts

14. Hideaway Huts

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Liskeard, England · 2 units
Luxurious, exclusive glamping hut in Cornwall's idyllic Looe Valley.
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Safari Cornwall

15. Safari Cornwall

England · 2 units
Safari Cornwall is a small family run business based on a small holding in North Cornwall. We have just two glamping sites, offering peaceful and private retreats to enjoy after a busy day exploring Cornwall. Each site has their own hot tub, and are private and enclosed so you can really get away from it all. Big Blue is a modern horse lorry conversion which is perfect as a couples retreat. The Orchard has a hot tub and cold tub, set in an ancient Orchard site it is perfect for couples or can accommodate up to 2 children. The Orchard accepts dogs. We are perfectly placed for exploring all Cornwall has to offer. Port Isaac is just 15 minutes away and we have amazing surfing beaches within 20 minutes including Polzeath and Trebarwith. If you enjoy good food there are a selection of top restaurants locally
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Robin’s Roost Luxury Shepherd's Hut

16. Robin’s Roost Luxury Shepherd's Hut

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Truro, England · 1 unit
Set in an idyllic AONB valley in between Truro and Falmouth on our 70 acre working farm. The perfect spot to relax and recharge. Loads of local walks, pubs within walking distance and easy access to the water on the Fal River. Loe Beach is a stones throw away where you can hire paddle boards or kayaks. Lots of birds to admire: pheasants, owls, woodpeckers, buzzards and tits.
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Quincecote Shepherds Hut

17. Quincecote Shepherds Hut

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Hartland, England · 1 unit
A shepherd’s hut for two with views of North Devon’s countryside and sea
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Shepherds Hut Hideaway in Devon!

18. Shepherds Hut Hideaway in Devon!

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Bude, England · 2 units
Welcome to Gratton Hideaway- a hidden gem in the Devon countryside. Stay in one of our two beautiful hand crafted Shepherds huts tucked away in our peaceful small holding and hobby vineyard. Surrounded by nature you can truly unwind in the wood fired hot tub as you admire the far reaching views. Gratton Hideaway is a smallholding of around 3.75 acres where we grow 200 vines for wine production, we make cider from our apples and grow our own vegetables and fruit produce. It's the ideal place to relax and really switch off. We are perfectly placed half way between Bideford and Bude, if you love the beach, then just 25 minutes in either direction you will find some of the best in the South West. The huts have wood fired hot tubs, mains electric and mains water supply, a lovely shower room with loo, washbasin and shower. We provide all bedding and towels so you don't have to bring your own. There is a cosy sitting/dining area inside by the fully equipped kitchen which includes a butler sink, oven, hob, fridge, kettle, toaster, glasses, crockery and cutlery. Each outside area includes a fire pit with a bbq grill and seating for dining and relaxing. Everything you really need for your country escape.
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Northcombe Farm Shepherds Hut

19. Northcombe Farm Shepherds Hut

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Beaworthy, England · 1 unit
Northcombe Farm Shepherd’s Hut – Peaceful Devon Countryside Escape Escape to the peace and quiet of rural West Devon at Northcombe Farm Shepherd’s Hut, a cosy adults-only retreat surrounded by open countryside, wildlife and tranquil fishing lakes. Handcrafted on our working family farm near Beaworthy, the shepherd’s hut combines traditional charm with modern comforts, making it ideal for couples looking to relax, unwind and explore Devon and nearby Dartmoor. Inside, the hut features a comfortable double bed, central heating, kitchenette, dining area and a private bathroom with walk-in shower and WC. Free WiFi is available throughout your stay. Outside, guests can enjoy their own seating area overlooking the surrounding fields and lakes — perfect for morning coffee, sunset drinks or simply soaking up the fresh country air. The covered barn setting also allows outdoor seating even during wetter weather. Guests are welcome to enjoy coarse fishing on the farm lakes, while Dartmoor National Park is within easy reach for walking, cycling and sightseeing. The beautiful beaches of North Cornwall, including Bude and Widemouth Bay, are also an easy drive away. Two local pubs are nearby, and there are plenty of opportunities to explore charming villages, farm shops, coastal walks and Devon countryside during your stay. Private parking is available next to the hut and electric vehicle charging may also be available by arrangement.
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Benton Springs Shepherds Hut

20. Benton Springs Shepherds Hut

England · 1 unit
Our beautiful shepherd hut is situated right on the edge of Exmoor with fabulous views up to the moor and also down to the sea. Our hut is lovingly handcrafted, fully insulated with cast wheels and is the perfect place to unwind and relax. There is no running water in the hut but access to it is a short walk. Also the shower/ toilet block is about 20 meters from the hut. The little log burner provides enough heat to heat the hut in winter or as an additional heat source on cool summer nights making it the ideal holiday no matter what time of year. If it’s spring, summer or the depths of winter you’re sure to have a wonderful stay with us. There’s so much to do here… You can get out into the countryside or help with the animals on the farm. Or, if you just want to take it easy, you can do absolutely nothing, take advantage of the blissful peace and quiet and relax. Our location also makes an ideal base for exploring North Devon, sandy beaches and rugged coastline being only a short drive away.
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Where to go

Along the River Tamar

The River Tamar runs through the heart of the AONB, marking the border of Cornwall and Devon. Take a ride on the scenic Tamar Valley Line railway from Plymouth to Gunnislake, and hop off to visit Calstock village, enjoy riverside walks, or have lunch at a country pub. May through October is fishing season, and the river is known for its salmon and trout fishing.

Dartmoor

The River Tavy winds its way north through the Tamar Valley, where you can enjoy woodland walks and pitch your tent at rural camping grounds. Go kayaking or windsurfing at Lopwell Dam, visit the market town of Tavistock, and tuck into a traditional Devonshire cream tea at a local café. Beyond Tavistock, the wild moorlands of the Dartmoor National Park are a natural playground for hikers and campers.

South Devon

Coastal Plymouth lies between two AONBs, with the Tamar Valley to the north and South Devon to the east. Set sail on a boat cruise around the Plymouth Sound, then head along the South Devon coast to enjoy beachside camping and seaside hikes. The blue flag beaches at Bantham and Bigbury on Sea are favorites for summer sunseekers, or visit in winter, when migrating seabirds flock to the coast. 

Cornish coast

Saltash and Torpoint lie on the southwest borders of the Tamar Valley, where the Lynher River meets the Plymouth Sound. Dive into Cornwall’s mining heritage as you explore 18th-century mines, hike along the South West Coast Path, or try wakeboarding and windsurfing along the Hamoaze estuary. To escape the crowds, head to the Rame Peninsula, where you’ll find secluded coves, sea-cliffs walks, and ocean-view campsites. 

Happy farmer sitting in a truck in a grassy field
Happy farmer sitting in a truck in a grassy field

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