The Goose Nest luxury lakeside shepherd hut in Cardinham Woods, Cornwall

Set on Milltown Farm in Cardinham parish, The Goose Nest is a shepherd hut beside a lake within reach of Cardinham Woods - 650 hectares of Forestry England woodland about 4 miles east of Bodmin. Hosts Polly and Marc have earned a 9.9 rating on Booking.com, with 10/10s for staff, facilities, cleanliness, and comfort across 14 reviews.

The hut has a kitchenette, private bathroom, wood burner, TV with streaming services, and soundproofing. Free WiFi is available. The compact, well-equipped interior makes the most of the shepherd hut format without feeling cramped.

A private garden, BBQ area, and free parking sit outside. The lakeside setting offers direct access to walking and cycling - Cardinham Woods has waymarked trails and mountain bike routes of varying difficulty, plus a cafe at the woodland centre. Water sports facilities and hiking routes are available in the surrounding area.

Cardinham's position in east Cornwall puts several major attractions within easy reach. The Eden Project is 21 km south-west, Restormel Castle 14 km south, and Lanhydrock - the National Trust's Victorian country house - is about 3 miles west. Bodmin Moor rises to the north of the parish. Newquay Cornwall Airport is 32 km away.