Shepherd's Huts in Watergate Bay

For those looking to escape the crowds of Newquay, the golden sands of Watergate Bay lie just to the north. Life in Watergate Bay is all about the beach. Stroll along the sea cliffs, take to the water to swim or stand-up paddleboard, or enjoy kite-surfing along the 2-mile long sands, then grab dinner at a restaurant with views of the ocean. Summertime is peak season for swimmers and campers, with lifeguard patrols from May through September, and several campsites to choose from. For surfers, the biggest swells hit the shore in winter—just don’t forget your wetsuit!

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For those looking to escape the crowds of Newquay, the golden sands of Watergate Bay lie just to the north. Life in Watergate Bay is all about the beach. Stroll along the sea cliffs, take to the water to swim or stand-up paddleboard, or enjoy kite-surfing along the 2-mile long sands, then grab dinner at a restaurant with views of the ocean. Summertime is peak season for swimmers and campers, with lifeguard patrols from May through September, and several campsites to choose from. For surfers, the biggest swells hit the shore in winter—just don’t forget your wetsuit!

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1. Hideaway Camping

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17 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping · Okehampton, England

Carefree camping and glamping in Devon with a nature-friendly setting and imaginative owners

2. Willow Valley Holiday Park

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31 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping · Bude , England

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!

3. West Kellow Yurts

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8 units · Glamping · Cornwall, South West England

A small glamping site on a family farm in Cornwall, set just outside the idyllic seaside village of Polperro

4. Private woodland in a shepherds hut

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1 unit · Glamping · Okehampton, Devon, South West England

A shepherd’s hut with a hot tub in a private woodland in Devon

5. Sea View Shepherds Huts Porthleven

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3 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping · Porthleven, Cornwall, South West England

Shepherd’s huts and camping with views on a farm campsite in Cornwall

6. Atlantic Horizons

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9 units · Tents, Glamping · Bude, England

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.

7. Cotna Eco Retreat

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5 units · Glamping · Cornwall, South West England

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

8. Diddylake Shepherd Huts

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1 unit · Glamping · Bodmin Moor, England

An off-grid shepherd’s hut site out on Bodmin Moor

9. Robin’s Roost Luxury Shepherd's Hut

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1 unit · Glamping · Truro, Cornwall, South West England

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.

10. Northcombe Farm Shepherds Hut

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1 unit · Glamping · Beaworthy, England

Whether you’re planning on darting down to Dartmoor National Park for hikes and the like or exploring sandy beaches and surf hotspots on the Devon coast, you’re going to need somewhere cosy to stay that’s within reach of it all. That’s exactly what you get with the shepherd’s hut at Northcombe Farm, just half an hour’s drive from Dartmoor National Park, 35 minutes from Bude and 40 minutes from Widemouth beach. That’s not all – the shepherd’s hut also has stabling facilities available for one horse, and with three bridleways nearby, there are plenty of options for outings. With two private fishing lakes, you’ll be free to spend the morning fishing for roach and tench if you wish. The river Wolf also runs through the site’s boundaries. It’s likely you’re already aware of the excellent beaches along the south Devon coast, but fab views can also be caught from the ferry or boat trips that operate around the coast. Soak up all that spectacular scenery from the South West Coast Path too, along with splendid seaside towns along the clifftop route. South Devon has three areas designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, as well as a World Heritage Site, a selection of national nature reserves, Sites of Special Scientific Interest, forests, woodlands and parks. They’re all mighty good places to appreciate nature at its finest. Beaworthy (10 minutes’ drive) first, perhaps, for granite tors, standing stones and ancient woodlands? Or Dartmoor’s ponies, stannary towns and peaceful villages?

11. Hideaway Huts

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2 units · Glamping · Liskeard, Cornwall, South West England

Luxurious, exclusive glamping hut in Cornwall's idyllic Looe Valley.

12. Shepherds Hut Hideaway in Devon!

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2 units · Glamping · Bude, England

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.

13. Quincecote Shepherds Hut

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1 unit · Glamping · Hartland, England

A shepherd’s hut for two with views of North Devon’s countryside and sea

14. The Hive

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1 unit · Glamping · Bude, England

A shepherd’s hut for two on a farm in the Devonshire countryside

15. Farmer Oaks Hut

1 unit · Glamping · Devon, South West England

Set among the green countryside of the rural west of Devon, Farmer Oak's Hut is a welcoming glamping site tucked away in the corner of a peaceful field. Swap your car for an old-fashioned apple cart and cart your kit over to this smart shepherd's hut for a peaceful stay in a private enclosed garden. Although the name of the hut is inspired by the protagonist of 'Far from the Madding Crowd' Gabriel Oak, this shepherd's hut in Dippertown near Tavistock and just over the border with Cornwall has a good deal more mod cons than the one in Hardy's novel (there's deliberately no TV or wifi, though – this place was designed for switching off). The hut has an en-suite shower room with your own fluffy towels and a "proper" WC, of course there's a comfy double box-bed with fairy lights and lanterns for you to create a romantic atmosphere. The signature cast iron EVERHOT stove is available for those chillier nights, and for food prep you're covered with a toaster, fridge, microwave and two-ring electric hob and the EVERHOT even has a built in oven - rare for a shepherd hut. There are also outdoor kitchen facilities, with enamel cups and plates as well as pots and pans you can use over the firepit. In the garden, a wooden table, benches and traditional deckchairs are available, and there's a covered area for shade or shelter from the rain. In the field, a short distance from the hut, there's a little store where you can buy homemade jams, chutneys, marmalade and fresh eggs; the owners also can supply you with fresh bread to order and scones for that must-have Devon cream tea. NEWS UPDATE - We now offer a weekly discount. You ca stay for up to 7 nights for discounted price of £385. To get your discount please message us for a discount code before booking online.

16. Safari Cornwall

2 units · Glamping · England

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

17. Pattacott Farm Retreats

2 units · Glamping · Launceston, England

We have 2 stunning shepherd huts , nestled in their own private plots with fantastic views over rolling North Cornish Farm land. They have private hot tubs, lovely shower rooms and kitchen areas with cosy linen and bath robes. They are fully equipped with all you need for a romantic stay. We are a working farm only 15 mins from the North Cornish Coast at Crackington Haven, Widemouth Bay , Bude and Boscastle. Tintagel, Trebarwith Strand, Port Issac and Padstow are in easy reach by car. We have a foot path running through the farm and delicious home produced sausages, bacon, fresh free range eggs and home made bread available . Dogs will be considered at our discretion, please contact us for more info!

Camper favorites in and near Watergate Bay

Top-rated campgrounds reviewed by the Hipcamp community.

Quincecote Shepherds Hut

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1 unit · Glamping · Hartland, England

A shepherd’s hut for two with views of North Devon’s countryside and sea

The Hive

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1 unit · Glamping · Bude, England

A shepherd’s hut for two on a farm in the Devonshire countryside

Farmer Oaks Hut

1 unit · Glamping · Devon, South West England

Set among the green countryside of the rural west of Devon, Farmer Oak's Hut is a welcoming glamping site tucked away in the corner of a peaceful field. Swap your car for an old-fashioned apple cart and cart your kit over to this smart shepherd's hut for a peaceful stay in a private enclosed garden. Although the name of the hut is inspired by the protagonist of 'Far from the Madding Crowd' Gabriel Oak, this shepherd's hut in Dippertown near Tavistock and just over the border with Cornwall has a good deal more mod cons than the one in Hardy's novel (there's deliberately no TV or wifi, though – this place was designed for switching off). The hut has an en-suite shower room with your own fluffy towels and a "proper" WC, of course there's a comfy double box-bed with fairy lights and lanterns for you to create a romantic atmosphere. The signature cast iron EVERHOT stove is available for those chillier nights, and for food prep you're covered with a toaster, fridge, microwave and two-ring electric hob and the EVERHOT even has a built in oven - rare for a shepherd hut. There are also outdoor kitchen facilities, with enamel cups and plates as well as pots and pans you can use over the firepit. In the garden, a wooden table, benches and traditional deckchairs are available, and there's a covered area for shade or shelter from the rain. In the field, a short distance from the hut, there's a little store where you can buy homemade jams, chutneys, marmalade and fresh eggs; the owners also can supply you with fresh bread to order and scones for that must-have Devon cream tea. NEWS UPDATE - We now offer a weekly discount. You ca stay for up to 7 nights for discounted price of £385. To get your discount please message us for a discount code before booking online.

Safari Cornwall

2 units · Glamping · England

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

Pattacott Farm Retreats

2 units · Glamping · Launceston, England

We have 2 stunning shepherd huts , nestled in their own private plots with fantastic views over rolling North Cornish Farm land. They have private hot tubs, lovely shower rooms and kitchen areas with cosy linen and bath robes. They are fully equipped with all you need for a romantic stay. We are a working farm only 15 mins from the North Cornish Coast at Crackington Haven, Widemouth Bay , Bude and Boscastle. Tintagel, Trebarwith Strand, Port Issac and Padstow are in easy reach by car. We have a foot path running through the farm and delicious home produced sausages, bacon, fresh free range eggs and home made bread available . Dogs will be considered at our discretion, please contact us for more info!

Stories from the community

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Caroline

August 2025

With kids

3 nights at Diddylake Shepherd Huts

The most beautiful location and the huts were so cosy and clean. We had everything we needed. I can't wait to visit again!

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Ian

April 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Willow Valley Holiday Park

Really nice break over Easter. Becky and team were welcoming and helpful. The shepherds hut was brilliant. Thank you..

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Shepherd's Huts in Watergate Bay guide

Where to go

Northwest Coast

West of Watergate, Cornwall’s north coast is wild and windswept. The surf Mecca of Newquay is one of the region’s busiest hubs, while further south, St Ives is surrounded by sandy beaches and seaside holiday parks. Coastal hikes don’t come more spectacular than the South West Coast Path, which runs the entire length of the Cornish coast.

Northeast Coast

Sweeping headlands and rocky coves line the coast east of Watergate Bay. Enjoy sea-cliff walks along the Trevose Head Heritage Coast, spot sea-birds swooping along the shore, or take in the views from Pentire Point. Further north, discover the legacy of King Arthur at Tintagel Castle or hike up the High Cliff, Cornwall’s highest point.

South Coast

St Austell, Falmouth, and Fowey are the headline acts of the ‘Cornish Riviera’, a 30-minute drive south of Watergate Bay. Camping options range from family-friendly holiday parks to glamping in a luxury yurt, but whichever you choose, the beach is never far away. Don’t miss a visit to the Eden Project, famed for its giant rainforest biomes.

Bodmin Moors

Misty moorlands and ancient standing stones tempt intrepid hikers away from the coast to the Bodmin Moors. Visit in the summertime to hike amid fields of purple heather, picnic by Golitha Falls, then pitch your tent at a hillside camping ground. Look out for native ponies grazing the hillsides along the way.