Welcome to your idyllic hideaway...
Tucked away in its own private orchard with a blissful hot tub.
The lodge is a beautifully crafted, charming retreat.
The open plan living space is utterly delightful.
Tranquillity awaits.
Dreamy.
Horseshoe is just as special inside as outside.
The kitchen is well-equipped and includes an electric oven and induction hob, perfect for rustling up supper.
Treat yourself to afternoon tea and a bottle of fizz, with this fantastic backdrop.
The sumptuous king size bed is perfect for a blissful sleep.
Super spacious with all you could need for a comfortable stay.
You may never want to leave.
The stylish shower room.
Lots of beautiful touches throughout.
The handmade soap is simply divine.
Evening treats after a day of adventures.
The outside space is rather special.
Slow afternoons are best spent in this sun-dappled spot.
The orchard is private and all yours to make the most of.
Sink into the hot tub and enjoy romantic moments under the stars.
The most perfect, tranquil setting.
Supper under the stars.
Horseshoe Shepherd's Lodge has a very handy electric car charging point.
The location is pretty magical.
Horseshoe sits just a short stroll from the delightful village of Chittlehamholt which is a welcoming rural community with a community shop and a lovely local pub.
Sitting at the top of its own private orchard, there are 200 acres of ancient unspoilt woodland to explore just a stroll away down a green track.
The owners' chickens live at the bottom of the orchard.
The owners also have some sheep, who live in a nearby paddock.
Explore your glorious surroundings.
Soak up the magic of the countryside.
Discover the stunning walks from your doorstep.
Horseshoe Shepherd's Hut resides in the delightful village of Chittlehamholt.
The welcoming local pub is within walking distance.
And there's a community shop for provisions too.
Treat yourself to some local produce.
For a highly recommended blast of sea air, the nearest beach on the north Devon coast is just over half an hour away - miles of golden sand at Instow.
Across the estuary from Instow, you can use the little seasonal passenger ferry, is the historic fishing village of Appledore.
If walking is your thing, infamous Exmoor National Park is just half an hour away by car.
Discover beautiful Dartmoor either by bike or on foot (about an hours drive away).
The pretty market town of Barnstaple.
Horseshoe Shepherd's Lodge
43255.1 miles SW of South Molton | Sleeps 2 (no children under 18)
7 Nights from £511
The location of attractions is intended only as a guide. Distances are 'as the crow flies'.
Nearby pub
Under new ownership as of August 2019, this traditional thatched roofed pub offers a warm welcome and pleasant outdoor seating. An ideal place to pop in for refreshments whilst exploring the local area.
April 2024
Amazing food, really welcoming atmosphere and great staff!
A really outstanding pub, dog friendly and family friendly. Exceptional food and great staff. Always buzzing but nothing is too much for the staff.
November 2023
Fabulous food
We had a lovely meal in the Exeter Inn, just a short walk from our holiday home
October 2019
Brilliant.
We had to go back for the burgers 3 times because they where so amazing! It's all hand made from local produce! Love love love! Definitely worth a trip and the staff are really helpful! We turned up very late after a long journey down and they still made us food!
Nearby beach
A great beach for children with acres of sand at low tide, shallow waters and usually calm seas. There are plenty of facilities nearby in the village. Dog restrictions apply so please check locally.
October 2022
Very busy doggy beach
Nice beach but a little too busy for us. Great that it is dog friendly but I think everyone with dogs goes there. More dogs than people.
September 2022
Instow beach
Instow beach is a lot more than 3/4ml on foot or by car from Appledore! And it is not walkable because there is a river in between!
November 2021
A dog’s paradise
We came in November and there were so many dogs and owners on the beach. My little dog was in her element.
November 2021
Great to visit whatever the weather
Great walks based around a village with good pubs, a fantastic deli (John's) and an amazing fish shack near the beach and car park The Glorious Oyster, serving great no fuss fish dishes
July 2021
Instow John's deli near the beach
Great deli for picnic boxes, fresh crab sourdough roll. Amazing cakes
July 2021
Instow John's deli near the beach
Great deli for picnic boxes, fresh crab sourdough roll. Amazing cakes
June 2021
John's of Instow
Chocolate brownies to die for. Melt In the mouth and very chocolatey.
Nearby walk
Enjoy a wander through pretty woodlands with various trails and footpaths. Home to a good variety of wildlife including red and roe deer and a resident family of badgers, this is a great place to emmerse yourself in nature.
Nearby town
The hilltop market town of Chulmleigh is close to the Little River Dart with delightful views of surrounding countryside and woodlands. There are many leisure activities on offer here including golf, horse riding, fishing and hiking.
Also nearby
Set deep in the north Devon countryside, The Rosemoor estate was once the home of Lady Anne Palmer. Lady Anne developed a passion for plants when she met noted plantsman Colllingwood Ingram while recuperating from measles in Spain. Over the next 30 years, she travelled the world to collect specimens for her garden, which she gave to the Royal Horticultural Society in 1988. The estate now comprises 65 acres of land, which includes rose gardens, a winter garden, a fruit and vegetable garden, a formal garden, woodlands, and many stream and lakeside plantings, making Rosemoor an enchanting place to visit whatever the season.
November 2023
Beautiful gardens
Amazing place to visit even in the rain!! Beautiful gardens, credit to the staff! We had lunch in the restaurant which was amazing too - well worth the visit!!
October 2023
Fabulous place, outstanding gardens
A return visit for us.
An exceptional day out if you love nature and gardens. We were lucky our visit coincided with the Festival of Apples in October. Beautiful place and everything offered is of the highest standard.
July 2023
Fanstastic
Spent the best part of the day exploring the walks around the estate and through the fabulous formal and informal gardens, plenty of seating in the grounds to appreciate the flowers, plants and trees, choice of refreshment options from snacks to restaurant, a very good shop and parking very easy, worth the effort to visit.
August 2022
Gorgeous day out
As an RHS member and regular visit to Hyde Hall I’ve been keen to visit the other gardens so when on holiday nearby, a visit to Rosemoor was a must. It is truly fabulous, we visited on a beautiful, sunny, summer day so we saw it at it’s best but I can see how there is interest whatever time of year you visit.
The staff are friendly and we received a great welcome and explanation of the layout when we arrived, such a lovely touch.
The garden is split into two parts, Lady Anne’s garden which has beautiful trees and planting best seen at a gentle stroll and the more formal gardens laid our directly near the entrance which are also stunning. The cool garden was gorgeous especially on a hot day.
August 2021
Stunning gardens
Beautiful selection of show gardens and fabulous fruit and vegetable gardens. Well worth a visit and a cream tea
July 2021
Rosemoor RHS
Well worth a visit and 25 minutes from Forest View. Beautiful well kept gardens.
June 2021
Mr
Lovely
February 2009
Beautiful, well-managed gardens, well worth a visit whatever the season.
October 2008
The garden is absolutely gorgeous and very well looked after. The staff are very friendly and welcoming and the restaurant had great locally sourced food. A great day out for adults and children.
August 2008
Roses Galore!
The rose collection - one of the largest in the West Country - is very impressive. In full bloom in the summer, the scent of over 2,000 flowers is quite sensational. The Rose Weekend, held in June, was very informative, with advice on growing your own, as well as walks and activities for children.
The Sunday lunch here is something to behold - meats from Devon’s best farms are the star of the show.
August 2021
Stokes 2021
Amazing country pub in a very pretty village setting. Good selection of
local beers and food was to a very high standard. Not to be missed!
June 2021
Superb Pub!
Super pub in a remote location. Good selection of beers and excellent food in friendly surroundings. Excellent!
April 2019
Cosy friendly proper pub
Gorgeous village pub which had a lovely feeling about it. The landlord was so geniune and the locals so friendly. The Sunday lunch was divine.
March 2010
A real find - delicious food in a friendly pub in the middle of nowhere.
Situated in the heart of the Devon countryside. The Heal Farm story started in the 1970s, when Anne Petch received a piglet for her 16th birthday. Now, more than 30 years on, Heal Farm is a thriving family business at the forefront of the movement to use traditional farming methods in the rearing of rare breeds. The farm's activities have now diversified to include rare breeds of lamb and beef as well as stocking non-meat products including locally reared smoked fish and wonderful traditional cheeses.
April 2010
January 2010
Heal Farm
Fantastic food, I always look forward to my visits. I would recommend the sirloin steaks to anyone some of the finest i have tasted.
October 2009
Well worth a visit - you will not be disappointed!
July 2009
Unusual cuts of beef
The butchers here really know thier stuff and you can get traditional cuts of beef that you won't find elsewhere - perfect for old-school Mrs Beeton recipes or for recreating classic dishes like granny used to make!
A traditional pub offering a menu created using locally sourced foods and great ales. Children and dogs are welcome and there's a play area and outdoor seating for use in the warmer months.
July 2021
Lovely Pub
Friendly staff and lovely food. Very dog friendly too.
A traditional family friendly pub in the heart of the village. Freshly prepared food is served daily in either the bar area, conservatory or garden with countryside views. Dogs are welcome and there's a childs play area available.
September 2024
Amazing little pub
What a fantastic little pub, a short walk across the fields from Polly. Amazing food, great drinks selection and friendly staff. Book ahead as it is very popular.
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