The Exmoor Woodland Escape

The Pleasant Pheasant Shepherd Hut is nestled in a private woodland, part of North Quarme, a 250 acre estate in Exmoor National Park. The shepherd hut has a truly beautiful and peaceful setting and has been furnished to the highest quality.

Perfectly situated to enjoy the beauty and activities of Exmoor.

Water is sourced from the farm's own spring and the woodland produces logs for the hut's wood burning stove and hot tub.

The hut has a 3 ring gas hob and a gas oven, the instructions for this can be found at the back of this manual.
The fridge and lights are run by electric which is powered by the solar panels hidden behind the hut.
There are numerous footpaths around the woodland where you are welcome to roam and watch out for the local wildlife. Red deer, Roe Deer and foxes are frequently seen in these woods.

Logs for the hot tub, fire pit and wood burning stove are provided in the wood store.

If you decide that you would like to have a trip off the farm to discover the local area then :-
The nearest golf course is Minehead - 20 minutes by car and there are many courses in North Devon at Ilfracombe, Woolacombe and Barnstaple - 40 -50 minutes away. These include the championship links course at Saunton Sands.

Walkers will also love the proximity to the national park.

The closest coastal areas are at Porlock. Further along are the pretty villages of Lynton and Lynmouth where you can walk along the beautiful South West Coast Path. Also there is the historic tunnels beaches in Ilfracombe.

Our favourites are the stunning miles of long sandy beaches at Woolacombe, Putsborough, Croyde and Saunton (ideal for surfing), which are approximately a 40 minute drive away.

Smaller Pebbled beaches can be found at Lynton, Lynmouth and Heddons Mouth.

The nearest airports are Exeter (1 hour drive away) and Bristol (1.5 hours away).

The nearest train station is Taunton which is 45 minutes drive with good links to London and all other major cities.

A car is recommended but guests are welcome to bring their own bicycles.

The north west area of Somerset boasts unlimited sites of natural beauty including ancient and stunning woodlands and moors, sparkling rivers, as well as pristine coastland and beaches. On our door step we have National Trust historic sites as well as medieval villages to enjoy.

The village of Wheddon Cross is 5 minutes away and has a family pub, supermarket and post office concession, fuel and ATM.

Dulverton village 15 minutes away is good for breakfast, lunch or dinner and a smooch through the antique and local shops.

Medieval Dunster Village is 15 minutes away and is has the not to be missed Dunster Castle to be explored and good for eating as well.

Minehead is 25 minutes away and has as Steam Train Railway where 1 hour Train trips to Bishops Lydieard run throught the day. Also this is the main shopping town for the bigger brand supermarkets and banks etc.

Being on Exmoor, there are plenty of opportunities for walking and mountain biking.

The Hut is also about a 10-20 minute drive to different lakes and rivers for those interested in sailing, canoeing, kayaking, fishing and other water sports. (Wimbleball Lake)

To check prices and availability, please either phone Alison on 07765 203204 or email: alisonmanners20@gmail.com