Borleymere Shepherd's Hut
Borley, Sudbury, Suffolk
Borleymere is a dog friendly and adult only shepherd's hut for two people who want to get away from it all and have a bit of quiet time. Whether you want a short break, a romantic getaway or a longer self-catering holiday this rural idyll really is an escape from the rest of the world. This is true glamping!
About Borleymere Shepherd's Hut
The shepherd's hut is set in its own grounds of several acres, situated in the beautiful Stour Valley on the Essex/Suffolk border. It opens onto a covered decking area looking out over the mere. It was hand built, using an oak chassis and traditional shepherd hut wheels. The emphasis has been on design quality and comfort. The accommodation is small but feels spacious with a very comfortable double bed, table and chairs, plenty of storage and a wood-burning stove. There are torches, lanterns and candles and it's a haven free from technology! Everything at the hut is designed to have a minimal impact on the environment. If you crave peace and quiet and just want to slow down, switch off and relax … if you want to lie in a hammock listening to the trees rustling and the birds singing … if you want to sit in the dinghy and watch the wildlife at play on the lake or enjoy glorious walks through the surrounding countryside, then this is the place to shoot the breeze with the one you love and enjoy some real quality time.
The site opens in the spring - usually the end of March - and closes at the end of October
The adjoining kitchen cabin has everything you need to prepare meals including a small oven and hob. There is a barbecue and a wood brazier too. The shower cabin is tucked close by, and offers a hot shower, sink and an eco-friendly compost loo. The hut has no electricity, but you can charge your phone and replenish the ice-packs at the nearby pump house. Parking is a very short walk from the hut.
Two local areas have plenty of shops, restaurants, pubs and cafes within cycling distance.
Adult only
Allow commercial vans
Allow pets
Bike hire
Café / restaurant
Communal BBQ
Disabled facilities
Drinking water
Electric hookups
Entertainment
Family friendly
Fires allowed
Fishing
Games room
Glamping
Golf
Horse riding
Hot tub
Internet access
Kids club
Kids playground
Laundry
Near beach
Near pub
Open year round
Peaceful
RV pitches
Shop
Showers
Swimming pool
Toilets
TV room
Vineyard
Water hookups
Watersports
W.C. disposal
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Borleymere Shepherd's Hut
Max 2 people
A secluded shepherd's hut for two with a wood burner, comfy double bed and furnishings inside.
Site tariff
Interested in staying at Borleymere Shepherd's Hut?
Call 07790 611014 to book.
Unfortunately Borleymere Shepherd's Hut doesn't share their availability calendar with us yet. Availability changes quickly, especially in summer, so we recommend enquiring by phone to avoid missing out.
Site rules and policies
Booking and Payment
A £100 deposit to confirm any booking is required.
Balance payable eight weeks before occupancy. Bookings made less than eight weeks prior to the arrival date must be paid in full at the time of booking. Payments can be made via bank transfer - details on your booking page.
Cancellation
If for any reason you have to cancel the booking please advise the site immediately by telephone or email followed by a confirmation letter. If you give plenty of notice they will do their best to get a replacement booking and if successful will refund you (less the deposit of £100) any monies paid.
Liabilities
There is an information file in the Shepherd's Hut that explains how everything works and every effort has been made to identify any hazards, please take the time to read it when you arrive. The Shepherd's Hut is for a maximum of two people and for the sole use of the named people that made the booking.
Arrival time - from 3pm unless otherwise agreed.
Departure time - 10.30am unless otherwise agreed.
Dogs
They are dog friendly (and have two ourselves) but please be aware that the area is not 'fenced-in' there is plenty of wildlife around. If your dog stays with you in the hut please don't let it get on the bed, or leave it unattended inside the hut. Normal rules apply.... clean up any mess, no wet dogs inside the hut and no doggie digging please!
Things to do on site and in the Sudbury area
You might not want to leave the tranquillity of Borleymere, a good book and comfy hammock maybe all you need…but there are plenty of wonderful things to do. In the hut you will find a folder filled with information about local activities and places to visit.
There are two bikes you are welcome to use (free of charge) and it's only a short ride into the nearest town of Sudbury or the nearest village of Long Melford. These are home to many interesting galleries and some good walking and cycling routes.
The River Stour is a place where you can go wild swimming and there are plenty of water based activities on the river, such as canoeing.
Interested in staying at Borleymere Shepherd's Hut?
Call 07790 611014 to book.
Unfortunately Borleymere Shepherd's Hut doesn't share their availability calendar with us yet. Availability changes quickly, especially in summer, so we recommend enquiring by phone to avoid missing out.
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