Shepherds Hut

Shepherds Hut is a one-bedroom rural retreat on the Boconnoc estate near Lanreath, sleeping 2 with 1 bathroom. The hut has a gas barbecue, a garden, and enough space to sit outside on summer evenings. Dogs are welcome. WiFi and parking are included. No dishwasher, no washing machine.

Lanreath sits between Lostwithiel and Looe in the quiet farmland that connects the Fowey and Looe river valleys. Neither town is far - Looe is roughly 15 minutes south by car, Fowey around the same to the west. The Boconnoc estate itself has woodland walks that can fill an afternoon without leaving the grounds.

The nearest beaches are further than most properties in this region: Lansallos Beach - a NT-owned cove reached via a footpath through the valley - is 5.5 miles. Lantic Bay is 6 miles. Factor in a 20-minute drive minimum for any beach day. This is not a beach-base; it is a countryside retreat where beaches are a day trip rather than a short walk.

The hut suits couples who want open air, quiet, and a proper escape from signal noise. 9 reviews on Sykes give it a rating of 3 out of 5. Saturday changeover.

Best for couples or solo travellers wanting a rural, off-grid feel with a dog and a countryside walk on the doorstep. Not great for beach-focused holidays or anyone needing laundry facilities on site.