Pococksgate Farm Reviews

Shepherd’s hut

We had a brilliant stay. Would highly recommend this for anyone looking for a night or few nights away (great that they offer one night stays). The Shepherd’s hut was beautiful, cosy and in a great location. The hosts were lovely and gave us a lift back to the station in the morning. Will definitely be booking again. Was 10/10.

Hideaway

If you're looking for a quiet getaway from your everyday busy lifestyle, this is a MUST go to! Away from the normal noisy life and just a place to regather and refocus. A great place to press pause and just reboot. I'd def go again in the summer!

Site's response

Thank you very much for your review Naomi. Thank you so much for leaving the hut so impeccably clean and tidy, even stripping the bed and leaving all the laundry folded up and ready to be collected is a credit to you both. Many thanks again and we hope to see you both here again soon. John and Tina

Rolls Royce of shepherds hut, with hospitality to match

Pococksgate Farm, what a delight! First time for us, staying in a shepherds hut, our expectations were high and I am pleased to say all our expectations were surpassed. The location is idyllic, the privacy afforded to us was superb and the shepherds hut, with all the finishing touches applied by our hosts, made for a fantastic stay and one, which we really didn’t want to leave. John and Tina were always available for advice, be it for a butchers, pub or the best routes into the local towns and villages. We can’t wait to return, thank you John and Tina.

Beautiful Shepherd's Hut

The Shepherd's Hut was beautiful and tastefully decorated. It was super cosy and the log burner made it really romantic. We went on a cold miserable day and didn't get to explore or use the outside, however it didn't matter as the hut had everything we needed.

Site's response

Many thanks for your review Kylie, we're very pleased to hear how much you both enjoyed your stay at Gabriel's Rest, and very sorry that we didn't get to meet you, but we do hope you choose to stay here again soon. Best wishes from John and Tina

Lovely

Lovely hut, well maintained and very cosy. Would definitely return in the future.

Fantastic venue, excellent hosts

Lovely stay, hosts were very accommodating and friendly. The hut was stocked with unexpected and lovely touches such as flowers, teas, coffees and soap. The hut had great views and the location was serene and pretty.

Site's response

Thank you very much for the review Lucy, we're very pleased to hear how much you enjoyed your stay and would welcome you both back here again anytime.

Perfect cosy stay for New Year’s Eve

We had an amazing stay for 1 night at this beautiful, cosy place for New Year's Eve and everything was absolutely perfect. John and Tina kindly provided us with information on the local area and pubs/restaurants which was very helpful. There were board games and free tea, coffee and biscuits provided too, which was great for the morning. The bed was cosy and very comfortable and you could see the stars out of the bedroom window at night, which was lovely. Waking up to the view of the countryside and fields in the morning was really nice too. We will definitely be coming back again in the summer to relax in the sunshine and explore a bit more. Thank you!

Site's response

Thank you so much for your fabulous review, James and Tania. It was a pleasure to have you stay, and thank you also for leaving our Shepherd's Hut so clean and tidy, it's a credit to you. Hope to see you again soon. John and Tina

Gabriel’s rest - highly recommend

We cannot rate this highly enough. Host was there to meet us, location was stunning (even in the wind and rain). The hut is well maintained, fully equipped and the perfect place to unwind. We will be booking our next stay soon.

Lovely shepherd's hut in lovely location

Hosts were great, kept us informed when the hut was ready. Didn't get to meet them as I think we picked the wettest weekend to visit, so we didn't venture out of the hut! It didn't matter though, as the hut was so well equipped, we enjoyed some games and watched some films by the fire. The cleanliness was superb and had everything you needed. So many lovely little touches from the fresh milk, tea, coffee and filter coffee, to toiletries and hairdryer. It really had everything you would need. Towels and bedding were lovely and fresh. We have stayed in a few shepherd's huts, and this has been one of the best one we've been to. We really enjoyed our stay and would definitely visit again thank you so much!.

Site's response

Many many thanks Kelly, receiving reviews such as yours means so much to us. It was a pleasure to have you both stay here.

Love the pace and quiet

Wow, what can I say but thank you to John and Tina. What a delight for a 3 night stay, very comfortable and slept soundly. Wished i could've stayed longer. Clean, tidy and very private, easy to find. Will recommend to friends and family.

Perfect bijou Retreat

I booked Gabriel's Rest for a single-night getaway on my partner's birthday. The farm itself was easy to find being accessed directly from the A267 just south of Tunbridge Wells, the shepherd's hut is then clearly signposted through the farm. Despite being a working cattle farm, the hut is located at the edge so it's still very private and there is the illusion of complete seclusion.The garden area is lovely and the hut itself is smartly decorated and spotlessly clean. The fixtures and fittings are all high-quality, making for a luxurious stay. The shower is larger than the online pics show and the manner of the layout makes fantastic use of the limited space. Underfloor heating supplements the lovely wood burner (which was prepped for a fire upon our arrival meaning online one match was required to get it roaring). I would not hesitate to recommend this space and we will be back. My girlfriend was not disappointed.

Site's response

Thank you very much Stephen for your very detailed review, we are always pleased to hear how much our guests enjoy their stay in our shepherd's hut, and so we look forward to welcoming you both here again soon. John and Tina

Perfect stay

We had a lovely stay at this cosy, clean and comfortable Shepherd's hut. It is beautifully kept, and care has been taken to the finest detail to ensure a comfortable stay. The garden area is immaculate and it was nice to be able to sit by the fire pit and hear the cows. I was worried we would be cold during the night, but the log burner kept the Shepherd's hut warm all night long, and it was a nice touch to have underfloor heating as well. Compared to other Shepherd's huts we considered booking, this one was perfect as we were surrounded by a field so it feels very private. I 100% recommend booking this, and we can't wait to return again!

Site's response

Many thanks Niamh for your comments, they are much appreciated, we are always pleased to hear how much our guests enjoy their stay here, and we look forward to seeing you both again soon.

Blissful

We have just returned home from a 2 night break at Gabriel’s Rest, and haven’t stopped telling people how amazing our stay was. The shepherds hut has absolutely everything you need, and the fixtures and fittings are luxurious and of a very high standard. The location is so peaceful and the views are stunning. We enjoyed walks around the area and lots of nice meals in local pubs. We are already looking into dates when we can return. John and Tina are so welcoming. They leave you to it, but you know they’re there if you need them for anything. We had such a lovely rest and cannot wait to return. Thank you - Becky & Dan

Site's response

Thank you very much Becky and Dan for your glowing review, we're always really pleased to hear how much our guests enjoy their stay at Gabriel's rest. Your comments about the hut, it's setting, and the surrounding areas are very much appreciated. We hope to see you both again soon. John and Tina

Fantastic place

Beautiful place to stay. The owners were very friendly and helpful, we will definitely return.The views was amazing and the accommodation was so well equipped with everything. Many thanks for a great stay.

Relaxing long weekend

Immaculate shepherd’s hut in a stunning location.

Absolute bliss

What an absolutely beautiful place to stay, we thoroughly enjoyed our time here and will definitely book to stay again. Everything has been so well thought out, along with lots of extra little touches.

Perfect!

We stayed here a couple of weeks ago now and it was a lovely experience. Beautiful, clean hut, stunning surroundings, peaceful and comfy bed! The hosts were also pleasantly welcoming. The only suggestion I'd make is making the entrance sign bigger 😊

Return visit to the most peaceful shepherd's hut

A second visit for us and as before, everything was perfect! Thank you so much for a lovely stay.

Great location

Great location and lovely Shepherd's hut. Brilliant quiet break!

Beautiful hut with amazing views

We stayed for two nights in this beautiful shepherd's hut. The host's attention to detail made our stay absolutely perfect. From fresh coffee, milk and biscuits to well stocked wood for the fire pit, and coals for the bbq. The garden area was so well thought out, we spent our day on the lounger chairs and then our evening by the fire pit. I couldn't have asked for a more peaceful, beautiful and cosy place to stay, I didn't want to leave. The hosts were so welcoming and friendly, they went above and beyond to create the perfect environment for a lovely getaway, we will definitely be coming back.

Site's response

Thank you so much Carla for your lovely review, we're so happy to hear how much you both enjoyed your stay in "Gabriels rest", and thank you very much for leaving it just as you found it "super clean and tidy"! You are model guests and we would welcome you both here again anytime, "You'll just have to stay longer next time"!

Our stay in the Shepherd's hut

This place is amazing. Tina came to welcome us. Inside was immaculate and had everything you could need to make your stay wonderful. We had an amazing time. The views were great and it was very quiet. I will definitely be coming again next year. Thank you to the owners.

Luxury relaxing stay

Very clean, furnished beautifully with everything well thought out, parking right by the hut. Nice and quiet, met the owner too and he was very welcoming. Lovely breakfast. Loved my stay, I've recommended it to family and now my Mum and Aunt have booked it too for separate stays. My only negative would be the sign to the lane is too small to see, I drove past it several times. Happy to come back again!

Perfect getaway

My partner and I wanted a relaxing night away without the children. I was searching high and low for somewhere that offered just 1 night, as childcare for more than 1 night can be rather tricky. The surrounding garden and entrance leading to the Shepards Hut is so beautifully kept and so inviting. It was a nice touch to see a fresh bottle of milk in the fridge and tea & coffee supplies. It was such a comfortable relaxing stay and just what we needed.

Very cosy, comfy, quiet Shepherd's Hut with stunning views

Lovely, cosy, comfy, warm & relaxing accommodation in a very peaceful location with stunning views - set in its own garden. Gabriel's Rest would suit anyone wishing to have a relaxing break - a place to unwind. Hosts went above & beyond to make our stay very special. We will return!

Site's response

Thank you so much Karen for your very kind words, with just starting out on this new business venture, your comments mean a great deal to us, so we very much look forward to seeing you again soon.

Birthday treat

Our first stay in a Shepherd's hut did not disappoint. Beautifully and tastefully appointed, warm and cosy. All you needed for breakfast was on hand. Upon arrival, the welcome of a lit wood stove and warm homemade bread rolls added to the delight. John and Tina have excelled. We would return in a heartbeat, Gabriel's Rest is a must.

Site's response

As you were our first guests to arrive since we first opened in January, it's so nice to read your comments, and we are so pleased that you liked our hut so much, we look forward to seeing you again, many thanks it's much appreciated.