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Croft head Shepherd's hut on traditional Lakeland farm

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Marina
Exterior
1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets
Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Bassenthwaite's scenic beauty sets the tone for a peaceful retreat at Barkbeth Farm Shepherd's Huts. With an outdoor fire pit and picnic bench, take in the breathtaking views or enjoy a BBQ under the stars.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Croft head Shepherd's hut on traditional Lakeland farm

Welcome to Barkbeth Farm Shepherd's Huts. We are set on a working farm located in Bassenthwaite in the heart of the Lake District. We offer a relaxing glamping experience with stunning views right at your feet.
Set in it's own peaceful compound away from the sounds and smells of the farm is Croft head
Open plan living/dining/double bed.
Our hut has everything you need for an enjoyable stay.
Outdoor fire pit and picnic bench for you to make the most of the amazing views. Bbqs welcome but are not provided.
We are dog friendly but can only accommodate 1 and kindly ask guests to keep them off the bed.
Why not follow us on facebook to keep up to date with life on the farm.... Barkbeth farm shepherds huts
All dog's must be checked in and payed for when you book your stay with us due to security measures against our livestock, failure to do so could result in termination of your stay with us.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Smoking only permitted outside

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking only permitted outside

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the neighborhood

Map
Bassenthwaite, England

What's nearby

  • Mirehouse & Gardens - 7 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Lake District Wildlife Park - 9 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Bassenthwaite Lake - 10 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Derwentwater - 14 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Lodore Falls - 20 min drive - 15.9 km

Getting around

  • Aspatria Station - 24 min drive
  • Carlisle (CAX) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bassenwaithe Lake Station - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Chief Justice Of The Common Pleas (Wetherspoon) - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Snooty Fox - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Filling Station Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Royal Oak - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Croft head Shepherd's hut on traditional Lakeland farm pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Croft head Shepherd's hut on traditional Lakeland farm?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Croft head Shepherd's hut on traditional Lakeland farm?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Croft head Shepherd's hut on traditional Lakeland farm located?

Situated on a lake, this cabin is within 3 mi (5 km) of Bassenthwaite Lake, Church Bay, and Mirehouse & Gardens. Skiddaw is 2.8 mi (4.4 km) away.

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Croft head Shepherd's hut on traditional Lakeland farm Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 55 out of 57 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 57 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 57 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 57 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 57 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Matt T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Shepherd's Hut

Has everything you could possibly want or need.In a beautiful location, set up on a hill with panoramic views.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Croft Head

As advertised Lovely little place in a gorgeous location
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elaine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Superb

Clean quirky stunning location amazing host
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ben W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway spot

Brilliant place to get away from it all for a couple of days. Great base for Gill walking adventures.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

Amazing views and gorgeous cabin
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natalie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Miss

We had an amazing stay! Everything was perfect.. beautiful area and the Shepard's hut had everything we needed, sadly there was another shepherds hut next to us and we was under the impression we would be totally alone BUT overall gorgeous place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dirk G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

what a view!!

Great location, great views, friendly sheep as neighbours. Just perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

The shepherds hut was perfect lovely and clean well equipped and amazing views Communication from Matt was spot on We really enjoyed are stay and will return in the future
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carol H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very quaint. Great location. Lovely outlook.

Very cute. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location superb with great views. When you arrive there you just go......ahhhhhh......

If you’re looking for peace and quiet away from the madness....this is the place for you 👍🙂
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tom B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tom

A great few days away in the lakes. The property was well presented and is in the perfect spot to really switch off. Will definitely be booking again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

dave l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous location!

We had a great stay in Croft Head, the views are amazing, and it was lovely to see the lambs every morning! The hut had everything we needed for our short stay and we probably would have used the fire pit on an evening if the weather had been kinder.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elaine J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Shepherd hut

Lovley scenery al though a little small
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leanne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

5 Star

Can’t fault it! Great place to stay, pretty views and Matt was great with communication.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julia W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location

The shepherd’s hut exceeded my expectations. It had everything we needed. The views were spectacular.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Parking right next to the hut. Clean and very peaceful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short stay

We were looking for a quiet and relaxing couple of days and the Shepherds hut gave us just that. It was small and very cozy. It was warm on arrival which was very welcoming. If i were to give some feedback i would say that a couple of side lamps would be helpful. Overall an excellent stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

We really enjoyed our stay at the Shepherds hut. A fantastic location, so peaceful and beautiful. Watching the sun set over the water each evening was fantastic. The shepherds hut was really clean and had everything we needed and the bed was very comfy. We would love to come back again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keith H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good times

All very good , Huts were exceptional and host was very friendly and welcoming. It was a great base for peace quiet and relaxation exploring the area. Would thoroughly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Larissa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect little getaways with fabulous views

We were lucky to spend the bank holiday weekend in this little gem of a find - amazing views down to bassenwaithe, so quiet and peaceful - and the hut was so lovely. Would absolutely recommend and will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claire B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect escape

Fabulous little getaway. A beautiful, well thought out location where you can truly unwind and explore the outstanding local area. Refreshing to get 'what it say on the tin' so to speak. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What a perfect stay

Beautiful views , all the essentials you require , really couldn’t fault this little hut . Will most certainly be back again .
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Philip S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A beautiful and unique stay in a first class shepherd's hut

This shepherd's hut is a delightful place to stay. Every detail was perfect and everything that you could possibly need was available inside the hut. The view to the lake was delightful with a bench outside to sit on and relax. Good facilities, hot water, heaters if you need them, and a very comfortable bed. Really enjoyed my stay, thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay in small but perfectly formed hut

We really enjoyed this property. For a cozy space it’s very well equipped and is so well designed it felt spacious. It was so peaceful we loved waking up next to the sheep and enjoying morning coffee outside with views of the lake. Our host was very helpful with showing us a short cut through his property to start a walk. Check in and out very easy. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cosy little pod with stunning views

This property was all that we expected. Clean, beautifully decorated and had all the amenities we could need. And on top of that the stunning setting. Just a short drive to lots of beautiful walks and Keswick town centre. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023