Overflowing with quirky design elements and old English appeal, this bespoke, handcrafted shepherd’s hut has been lovingly designed to offer a cosy hideaway to two or three guests. For romantic breaks, two guests can get curled up and comfortable in the plush double bed. Or, if travelling as a trio, there’s an additional pull-out mattress for one more. The abode is surrounded by stunning open countryside in the heart of Essex, just 250 metres from a luxurious local vineyard in the quaint village of Purleigh.
The shepherd’s hut stands alone in a quiet, undisturbed field, surrounded by ample garden space that’s yours and yours only. You’ll need to leave your car approx. 250 metres away from the property and take the grassy track up to the abode. Once you’ve arrived, take a few steps up and into the hut, where a studio-style layout combines living, cooking and sleeping spaces. The kitchenette features a handful of appliances for cooking light dishes, and you’ve got a wood burner tucked into one corner for an extra dose of cosy. The double bed and pull-out mattress are on one side, while on the opposite side, you’ll find an en-suite shower room. Outside, the grassy lawn area is well furnished, finished with a private wood-fired hot tub and a fire pit to make your stay truly unforgettable.
With the vineyard, a local shop and a country pub, Purleigh makes a wonderful destination for an Essex escape. For keen walkers, the 45-mile St Peter’s Way route passes through the village, connecting you to St Mary’s Church in Mundon (3 miles) and the idyllic village of Bicknacre (3.5 miles). Visit RHS Garden Hyde Hall (6 miles), a stunning destination for mature gardens and wildlife highlights, or take a trip into Chelmsford (10 miles), a large town offering shops, bars and train connections to London.