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Mr Toads Moonlight Retreat

Gooseham, near Bude, Cornwall
Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 1
4 star
Complex of properties
Enclosed garden / patio
Open fire / wood burner
Hot tub
Pub nearby
Shop nearby
Beach within easy reach
Fishing on site / nearby
Romantic
Quirky
Glamping
Shepherd Hut
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
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At a glance

  • This shepherd’s hut is the perfect romantic retreat for getting away from it all
  • The wood burner provides some welcome warmth after a day exploring North Cornwall
  • Relax and unwind in the hot tub nestled amongst the trees and surrounding wildlife
Property code: 89388

This shepherd’s hut offers an inviting retreat for two, set on the Devon and Cornwall border where countryside adventures are moments away. Couples looking for a blend of relaxation and exploration will find endless trails straight from the door and easy access to renowned coast paths. You’ll be able to unwind in your own peaceful haven, while the hut’s position beside the owner’s residence ensures a welcoming atmosphere.

Surrounding area

  • Follow scenic trails that begin at your doorstep.
  • Explore the unique cliff-top Hawker’s Hut and join the South West Coast Path, both 2 miles away.
  • Visit the unspoilt National Trust beaches of Duckpool (4 miles) and Sandymouth (6 miles).
  • Enjoy the town of Bude, with a variety of cafes, pubs, and restaurants.
  • Discover Tintagel (28 miles) and Boscastle (24 miles), both steeped in history and legend.

Rest and recharge

  • Well-designed living and sleeping area with a king-size bed.
  • Wood burner creates a cosy setting for evenings in.
  • TV for restful nights with your favourite shows.
  • Modest kitchen, thoughtfully arranged for preparing simple meals with a gas hob, electric oven and fridge.
  • En-suite shower room for extra comfort.

Outdoor space and on-site facilities

  • Step outside to a private patio with countryside views.
  • Enjoy your own hot tub, perfect for soothing evenings.
  • Outdoor seating and a BBQ add to the al fresco experience.
  • Access to a beautifully kept, enclosed shared garden for extra space to roam.

Notable features and highlights

  • Three steps lead up to the hut.
  • Positioned close to the owner’s residence, striking a perfect balance of privacy and reassurance for couples.

This glamping hut suits couples seeking a restful escape with ample outdoor and cultural sights accessible in every direction. You’ll experience comfort, privacy, and opportunities to explore some of the most scenic spots along the Devon and Cornwall border.

  • 1 king-size bed
  • 1 en-suite shower room with WC
  • Gas hob, electric oven and fridge
  • Wood burner (first basket of logs provided)
  • TV in lounge space
  • Regret no Wi-Fi
  • Private patio with hot tub, BBQ and outdoor seating
  • Shared enclosed garden
  • Private parking
  • Shop 5 miles, beach 2 miles and pub within a mile
  • Please note there are exterior steps up to the property
  • EV charging is not permitted at this property
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 1 dog allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week

Amy Maria Hancock

This property is personally managed by Amy.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 28 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Darren 22nd August 2025

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Thus place is excellent. It was so quiet. No traffic noise or anything. Also it was so dark we had brilliant views of the Mily way galaxy so if you like looking up, take a telescope with you. Plenty to see and do in the area and Bude has a great beach with surfing so cowabunga dudes and have fun

Reviewed by Sarahjane 8th August 2025

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Amazing shepherds hut so cosy, comfortable. Hosts were so friendly and had thought of everything to make your stay enjoyable. Local pub excellent food. Rectory cream tea a must!! Best holiday yet!!

Reviewed by Samantha 18th July 2025

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Highly recommend Mr Toad's moonlight retreat. It was everything we wanted, a quiet and relaxing break away. The hot tub was bonus and we used it most evenings. All utensils/equipment that we needed were provided. Even had tea, coffee, milk, biscuits to welcome us, even dome dog treats for Max. I had taken things like washing up liquid and hand washRead more but they were actually provided. All towels, tea towels etc looked almost new. The hosts were very welcoming without bring obtrusive. Hide

Reviewed by Sharon 4th July 2025

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Absolutely perfect...We were very sad to leave. You have everything you need & stunning beaches within a short drive.

Reviewed by Karen 27th June 2025

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Great holiday, Shepherd's hut was excellent and having the use of the hot tub made it extra special. Great for relaxing and enjoying the sounds of the birds. We hope to return. Many thanks to Julie and Colin excellent hosts.

Reviewed by Stephen 23rd June 2025

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Lovely Shepherds hut , well equipped - cosy but enough space for 2 plus the dog- with enough height to not bump head . On the edge of the owners beautiful garden -unfortunately we had low cloud and drizzly weather so were not able to take advantage of it. There is a hot tub - we didnt use it . Only disadvantage was no phone connection in the shepheRead morerds hut - picked it up on the car park Hide

Reviewed by Nick 10th June 2025

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The facility was super, everything was to hand and the owners Colin and Julie were very friendly. Nothing too much trouble. We cannot wait to go back. Super little place for dog owners. Secure And spacious, our little Yorkie, loved it. The secluded location is absolutely fab.

Reviewed by Sam 21st March 2025

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Had a wonderful holiday ! Hut was clean and had everything we needed for our week long stay. Location is peaceful and well situated to explore lots of local sights and beaches. Hot tub was fabulous after long days out walking! Colin & Julie are lovely hosts who go above and beyond to ensure you have everything you need. Patch loved the outdoor spacRead moree & saying hello to the sheep! Visited a few places recommend by Colin and enjoyed each of them immensely. We hope to return in the near future! Hide

Reviewed by Helen 11th October 2024

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Reviewed by Josh 26th September 2024

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Beautiful location and lovely shepards hut, hot tub is lush, biscuits and wine in the fridge lovely welcome from Colin The only issue was service but offered to use the landline in emergency :)

Reviewed by Georgette 20th September 2024

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Warm welcome, beautiful location, and a nice area to explore. Incredibly peaceful.

Reviewed by James 13th September 2024

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What an absolute gem of a place! Colin and Julie have done a fantastic job of making such a lovely little retreat in the heart of Cornwall and they made us feel right at home. Very comfortable and had everything we needed, our dog was catered to perfectly too, thanks for the treats! Couldnt recommend this place enough, we will definitely be back!!

Reviewed by Hayley 2nd September 2024

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A beautiful space to relax in - the shepherds hut is amazing, with everything needed for a comfortable stay. The owners left dog treats out for my dog too which was so lovely! Some beautiful places to visit just nearby too, with great recommendations from the owner. Great pub walkable too!

Reviewed by Steve 30th August 2024

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Perfect if you want a get away from everything. Hosts were amazing and nothing was too much trouble.

Reviewed by Abigail 23rd August 2024

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Reviewed by Michael. 2nd August 2024

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Loved our time here Respect to Colin & Julie for thus beautiful place

Reviewed by Alan 21st June 2024

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Mr Toad's Moonlight Retreat is a brilliant shepherd's hut with it's own hot tub. It is sited in well proportioned private grounds with countryside and sea views. The hut is well appointed although perhaps the church pew-type seating can be a little harsh on the rear end. The hut is well situated for visiting surrounding places of interest. We boughRead moret an OS map on the first day which helped with choosing and navigating to many of the quieter places and places of interest. Hide

Reviewed by Yvonne 10th June 2024

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Reviewed by Robert 28th May 2024

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Just do it and you won't be disappointed

Reviewed by Emma 24th May 2024

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A fantastic find! Colin and Julie were very welcoming and accommodating. The hut itself was clean, cosy and comfortable. The extra little touches such as the bottle of wine and dog treats were very welcome! Watching the sunset from the hot tub was heavenly and meeting the lambs was an added bonus! Will definitely book again!

Reviewed by Lesley 10th May 2024

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Beautiful location, beautiful shepherd hut and extremely clean and comfy. Lovely friendly hosts - highly recommended

Reviewed by Lisa 24th April 2024

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We had a lovely stay at Mr Toad's Moonlight Retreat. Lovely location so peaceful and relaxing. Just what we needed. The hot tub was perfect in the evening's after our days of exploring the local beaches and coastal paths. We would definitely return.

Reviewed by James 1st March 2024

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Fantastic place to say, really clean and cosy - the fire was delightful and the hot tub was fantastic! Owners were great throughout and gave us fantastic recommendations for our dogs first trip to a beach. Would highly recommend

Reviewed by Angela 29th December 2023

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This was the most perfect spot for a quiet break. Very little WIFI which was perfect. Accomodation was spotless. Very comfortable bed with plenty of pillows. Lovely private hot tub. On arrival there was milk, wine and biscuits. Log fire was already made up ready to light. The hosts were lovely.

Reviewed by Linda 15th December 2023

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I treated my partner to a birthday get away for the weekend and our stay was fabulous!SELECTED! !ENDOFSELECTED!beautiful little Shepherd hut lovely location plenty of space for our little dog to run around, nice old traditional pub that sells good food and dog friendly only half an hour walk away, that hot tub was a real treat, the hosts were lovelRead morey we had a bottle of wine chilling in the fridge, milk biscuits and dog treats Hide

Reviewed by Ruth 1st December 2023

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Wonderful hosts, perfect romantic spot for a break away from noise. Lovely shepherds hut with everything you could need, great hot tub to watch the stars and chill out after a walk. Great walks from the hut and lovely pubs and fabulous cream tea! Second visit we will be back again! Thanks x

Reviewed by Larry 6th November 2023

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Amazing place, secluded, no mobile signal so perfect for getting away from it all! We had every thing we needed and a very welcoming bottle of wine in the fridge perfect for in the hot tub after a long journey! Even the dog had his own treats provided. Hosts were very friendly and welcoming. I have already recommended to family. Thank you for makinRead moreg our short break away amazing Hide

Reviewed by Bianca 8th September 2023

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Lovely cottage, it had everything we needed! The garden is massive, it was perfect for our dog. The owners were super helpful and provided us lots of recommendations. The beach is max 10 mins drive, everything is in close proximity. Seeing the sky full of stars whilst relaxing in the hot tub was unreal. If you're looking for a quiet place to relax Read morewhile also being a short drive away from everything, this is the one. Hide

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