Valley View Retreat Shepherd’s Hut

Holiday Rental Description

Facilities
The entrance to the hut opens into a welcoming open-plan living space, with a wood-burning stove at its heart and a double bed tucked neatly at one end. The dining area includes a small table and chairs, making a cosy spot for morning coffee or evening meals.

To the side is a compact kitchen area, fitted with a fridge, microwave, hob and kettle, along with crockery, cutlery and a few basic utensils for preparing simple meals. A television is also provided.

At the far end of the hut, the en-suite shower room includes a walk-in shower, toilet and basin. The bath is located outside for bathing under the stars!

Heating and electricity are included in the cost of your stay. Bed linen and towels are provided for your convenience. Guests are kindly asked to bring their own beach towels if they plan to take towels off-site.

Location

North Molton is a friendly village on the southern edge of Exmoor National Park in North Devon, set beneath the sweeping ridge that bears its name.

With roots stretching back to the Domesday Book, North Molton was once a thriving centre for copper and iron mining, and the handsome stone buildings around the village square still reflect that prosperous past. Today it is a quiet, welcoming community and an excellent base for exploring the moors, wooded valleys, and dramatic coastline of Exmoor.

Village Amenities

North Molton has a well-stocked village shop and post office, a primary school, a village hall, a sports club, and a garage. The Poltimore Arms is the village pub, serving food and drink in a traditional setting. The parish church of All Saints is well worth a visit -- its impressive Perpendicular tower dominates the village, and inside you will find fine medieval woodwork and memorials to the Poltimore family.

Nearby Shopping

South Molton, the nearest market town, is just 3 miles away. It has a good range of independent shops, cafes, a Co-op supermarket, a weekly pannier market on Thursdays, and a farmers' market on Saturdays. South Molton also has a pharmacy, banks, a medical centre, and a petrol station.

Barnstaple, North Devon's main town, is approximately 15 miles away and has a wide range of shopping including supermarkets, the historic Pannier Market and Butchers Row, as well as most high street services. Tiverton is approximately 25 miles to the south-east and also offers full town-centre shopping.