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Croft head Shepherd's hut on traditional Lakeland farm

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A row of wooden boats docked at a pier with mountains in the background. - Croft head Shepherd's hut on traditional Lakeland farm (Bassenthwaite)
A rustic wooden cabin with a gravel driveway, a wooden bench, and a fenced pasture with grazing sheep. - Croft head Shepherd's hut on traditional Lakeland farm (Bassenthwaite)
A wooden interior with a dining table set for two, two chairs, and a view of the countryside through large windows. - Croft head Shepherd's hut on traditional Lakeland farm (Bassenthwaite)
A wooden sign with "Welcome" written on it, placed in front of a gate. - Croft head Shepherd's hut on traditional Lakeland farm (Bassenthwaite)
A cozy cabin-style room with a wooden ceiling, a bed with a view, a dining table with chairs, and a microwave on the wall. - Croft head Shepherd's hut on traditional Lakeland farm (Bassenthwaite)
Croft head Shepherd's hut on traditional Lakeland farm provides amenities, such as a firepit and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Croft head Shepherd's hut on traditional Lakeland farm

  • Welcome to Barkbeth Farm Shepherd's Huts. We are set on a working farm located in Bassenthwaite in the heart of the Lake District. We offer a relaxing glamping experience with stunning views right at your feet.
    Set in it's own peaceful compound away from the sounds and smells of the farm is Croft Head
    Open plan living/dining/double bed with plenty storage underneath with bespoke moodlit headboard carved to form the 3 mountains within walking distance from Croft Head, Ullock pike, Skiddaw and Bakestall.
    Our hut has everything you need for an enjoyable stay, double electric hob, full size undercounter fridge with an ice box, even an airfryer!
    Outdoor fire pit and picnic bench for you to make the most of the amazing views. Bbqs welcome but are not provided.
    We are dog friendly but can only accommodate 1 and kindly ask guests to keep them off the bed.
    Why not follow us on facebook to keep up to date with life on the farm.... Barkbeth farm shepherds huts
    All dog's must be checked in and payed for when you book your stay with us due to security measures against our livestock, failure to do so could result in termination of your stay with us.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Smoking only permitted outside

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking only permitted outside

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Located in Keswick, this cabin is in a rural area and on a lake. Mirehouse & Gardens and Moot Hall are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Lake District Wildlife Park and Keswick Leisure Pool & Fitness Centre. Womenrock and Go Ape Whinlatter are also worth visiting. Visit our Keswick travel guide
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Bassenthwaite, England

What's nearby

  • A lake surrounded by autumn-colored trees and a forested hill.
    Bassenthwaite Lake
    14 min drive - 5.0 km
  • A stone circle in a grassy field with snow-capped mountains in the background.
    Castlerigg Stone Circle
    26 min drive - 15.9 km
  • A mountainous landscape with a lake surrounded by autumn-colored trees and snow-capped peaks.
    Derwentwater
    26 min drive - 15.1 km
  • Mirehouse & Gardens
    13 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Lake District Wildlife Park
    17 min drive - 6.0 km

Getting around

  • Aspatria Station
    24 min drive
  • Manchester Airport (MAN)
    146 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Chief Justice Of The Common Pleas (Wetherspoon)
    11 min drive
  • Royal Oak
    12 min drive
  • The Pheasant Inn
    8 min drive
  • The Round
    12 min drive
  • Crooked River Tap
    12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Croft head Shepherd's hut on traditional Lakeland farm pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Croft head Shepherd's hut on traditional Lakeland farm?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Croft head Shepherd's hut on traditional Lakeland farm?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Croft head Shepherd's hut on traditional Lakeland farm?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Croft head Shepherd's hut on traditional Lakeland farm located?

Situated on a lake, this cabin is within 3 miles (5 km) of Bassenthwaite Lake, Church Bay and Mirehouse & Gardens. Skiddaw is 2.8 mi (4.4 km) away.

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Reviews

Croft head Shepherd's hut on traditional Lakeland farm Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 69 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 69 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 69 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Terrific views, great base for Skiddaw, clean and, though small, an excellent place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Very beautiful clean shepherds hut, has everything you need. Outstanding view and very peaceful will definitely be booking again. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway spot

Brilliant place to get away from it all for a couple of days. Great base for Gill walking adventures.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely hut, great views and location, plenty to do around the area and quick drive to Keswick for dinner and walks. Recommend to anyone
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Croft Head

As advertised Lovely little place in a gorgeous location
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Shepherd's Hut

Has everything you could possibly want or need.In a beautiful location, set up on a hill with panoramic views.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

We really enjoyed our stay at the Shepherds hut. A fantastic location, so peaceful and beautiful. Watching the sun set over the water each evening was fantastic. The shepherds hut was really clean and had everything we needed and the bed was very comfy. We would love to come back again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good times

All very good , Huts were exceptional and host was very friendly and welcoming. It was a great base for peace quiet and relaxation exploring the area. Would thoroughly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning hut in stunning location

Just returned from couple of nights in Matthew's Shepherd Hut. Stunning location, breathtaking views, immaculate accomodation, first class host. What's not to love. Cant wait to return
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

what a view!!

Great location, great views, friendly sheep as neighbours. Just perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Parking right next to the hut. Clean and very peaceful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

5 Star

Can’t fault it! Great place to stay, pretty views and Matt was great with communication.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
If you're looking to step away from the crowds and reconnect with nature, staying at this house on a working farm is an absolute gem. The property is surrounded by fields of sheep, offering incredible views of the lake and a truly peaceful atmosphere. Spending the evenings here was magic—there's nothing quite like sitting outside under a clear, starlit sky with just the quiet surrounding you. I highly recommend taking advantage of the campfire spot; sitting by the fire in the evening was easily one of the highlights of the stay. Inside, the house is fully equipped with everything you could possibly need for a comfortable trip. The kitchen has all the necessary cooking tools, the bathroom/toilet facilities are proper and clean, and there’s a lovely, cozy area inside to relax, read a book, or enjoy a meal while taking in the views. A quick heads-up for future guests: The nearest grocery shop is about an 18-minute drive away, so be sure to plan ahead and stock up on supplies before you arrive!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay in small but perfectly formed hut

We really enjoyed this property. For a cozy space it’s very well equipped and is so well designed it felt spacious. It was so peaceful we loved waking up next to the sheep and enjoying morning coffee outside with views of the lake. Our host was very helpful with showing us a short cut through his property to start a walk. Check in and out very easy. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short stay

We were looking for a quiet and relaxing couple of days and the Shepherds hut gave us just that. It was small and very cozy. It was warm on arrival which was very welcoming. If i were to give some feedback i would say that a couple of side lamps would be helpful. Overall an excellent stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A rainy weekend in the Lakes

The hut is as described on the website - no nasty surprises. Views are stunning even in the rain. Plenty of space to bbq / camp fire outside. It is quite remote spot which is what we were looking for and if there had been no cloud I’m sure the star show would’ve been spectacular.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect escape

Fabulous little getaway. A beautiful, well thought out location where you can truly unwind and explore the outstanding local area. Refreshing to get 'what it say on the tin' so to speak. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mrs Whitmarsh

Perfect location. Enjoyed my walks to the friendly village pub the sun inn where I was made to feel very welcome as a single traveller. Coffee and Tea facilities but no milk. Tidy clean and Matthew even lent me a uk charger. I left mine in Australia.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pewce and quiet

We'd just had a couple of days in Manchester and I wanted the exact opposite experience and this delivered. Totally peaceful and isolated. The only noise was sheep, birdsong and a river or stream in the distance. The hut was clean with a fridge, wifi, microwave and hob but most importantly a teapot! Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location , quiet with lovely views. Communication with host excellent. Clean and well equipped . Would stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay, tucked away in the Skiddaw foothills, brilliant walks straight from the door. Very clean and well equipped.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Very cute little shepherds hut, everything we needed. Lovely, peaceful location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely little cabin! Will definitely be booking again in the future!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Fantastic location with gorgeous views. Hut had everything you needed, couldn’t fault it!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location

The shepherd’s hut exceeded my expectations. It had everything we needed. The views were spectacular.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023