Jacob Hut
A romantic shepherd’s hut on a Somerset hillside, with a private wood-fired hot tub, cosy woodburner and far-reaching country views.
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Highlights
- Settle into a peaceful meadow hideaway, sheltered by hedgerows and native trees, with views stretching across Taunton Vale towards Exmoor.
- Spend evenings soaking in your private wood-fired hot tub, watching the sunset turn into a sky full of stars.
- Light the woodburner and curl up with a book, before snuggling into Egyptian cotton sheets for a restful night.
- Head out to explore the Quantock Hills, with woodland trails, country lanes and wildlife to discover.
- Stroll down to the thatched Rising Sun pub for a leisurely lunch.
You should know
- The hut sleeps two adults in a fold-down double wall bed. A small daybed can accommodate one young child, with bedding available.
- The indoor dining area converts into the double bed at night.
- There’s an en-suite shower room and WiFi.
- Two bags of logs and one bag of kindling are included; additional logs and charcoal can be purchased.
- Dogs and other pets are not permitted.
- Check-in is from 4pm and check-out is by 10am.
The details
Long walks, lazy afternoons and a hot tub with a rather lovely view: Jacob Hut has all the makings of a blissful few days in the Somerset countryside.
Sheltered in a private spot against the woods and hedgerows of a hillside meadow at Tilbury Farm, this handcrafted shepherd’s hut is a snug retreat for two, with room for a little one to join you.
Inside, clever use of space keeps things neat and tidy. The dining table and benches give way to a fold-down double bed, complete with a Devon wool duvet and mattress topper. There’s a cushioned daybed for stretching out with a book (which also can turn into a bed for a small child), while the woodburner keeps chilly evenings toasty.
The compact kitchen has an electric hob, fridge, kettle and toaster, plus a small oven built into the woodburner. Breakfast provisions from the farm shop are included on arrival, with vegetarian and vegan options available. An en-suite shower room comes stocked with Bramley toiletries.
Outside, cook supper over the kadai fire pit’s barbecue grill, settle into a lounge chair or slip into the wood-fired hot tub. With the countryside spread out before you, there’s no reason to rush.
When you fancy exploring, the Quantock Hills offer walks through ancient woodland and across open hills, with plenty of opportunities to spot wildlife along the way. Venture further for Exmoor’s moorland and wooded valleys, explore the rock pools at Kilve Beach or spend an afternoon wandering around Dunster’s castle and medieval village.
Closer to home, the Rising Sun is around a ten-minute walk from the farm through fields and quiet lanes. Book a table for supper or Sunday lunch, or pick up local produce at Rumwell Farm Shop for an evening back at the hut. Good food, fresh air and nowhere else you need to be.
Long walks, lazy afternoons and a hot tub with a rather lovely view: Jacob Hut has all the makings of a blissful few days in the Somerset countryside.
Sheltered in a private spot against the woods and hedgerows of a hillside meadow at Tilbury Farm, this handcrafted shepherd’s hut is a snug retreat for two, with room for a little one to join you.
Inside, clever use of space keeps things neat and tidy. The dining table and benches give way to a fold-down double bed, complete with a Devon wool duvet and mattress topper. There’s a cushioned daybed for stretching out with a book (which also can turn into a bed for a small child), while the woodburner keeps chilly evenings toasty.
The compact kitchen has an electric hob, fridge, kettle and toaster, plus a small oven built into the woodburner. Breakfast provisions from the farm shop are included on arrival, with vegetarian and vegan options available. An en-suite shower room comes stocked with Bramley toiletries.
Outside, cook supper over the kadai fire pit’s barbecue grill, settle into a lounge chair or slip into the wood-fired hot tub. With the countryside spread out before you, there’s no reason to rush.
When you fancy exploring, the Quantock Hills offer walks through ancient woodland and across open hills, with plenty of opportunities to spot wildlife along the way. Venture further for Exmoor’s moorland and wooded valleys, explore the rock pools at Kilve Beach or spend an afternoon wandering around Dunster’s castle and medieval village.
Closer to home, the Rising Sun is around a ten-minute walk from the farm through fields and quiet lanes. Book a table for supper or Sunday lunch, or pick up local produce at Rumwell Farm Shop for an evening back at the hut. Good food, fresh air and nowhere else you need to be.
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FAQs about Jacob Hut
Jacob Hut sleeps two adults in a fold-down double bed, with space for one small child on the daybed. Bedding and a bed rail can be provided for your little one.
Yes, there’s a private wood-fired hot tub on the deck, with beautiful views across the surrounding countryside. It’s a lovely spot for watching the sunset or soaking beneath the stars.
No, dogs and other pets are not permitted at Tilbury Farm.
Yes, there’s an en-suite bathroom with a shower, toilet and basin. Egyptian cotton towels and Bramley toiletries are provided.
Inside, you’ll find an electric hob, fridge, kettle, toaster and a small oven incorporated into the woodburner. Outside, a kadai fire pit with a barbecue grill gives you the option of cooking in the fresh air.
Yes, complimentary staples and farm shop breakfast provisions are included on arrival, with vegetarian and vegan options available.
The hut has a woodburner, a Devon wool duvet and a wool mattress topper to keep things snug. Two bags of logs and one bag of kindling are included, with additional logs available to purchase.
Yes, WiFi is provided in the hut.
The Rising Sun is around a ten-minute walk from Tilbury Farm through fields and quiet country lanes. Booking a table is recommended.
Explore the Quantock Hills on foot or by bike, head to Kilve Beach for rock pools and coastal walks, or visit Dunster’s castle and medieval village. Exmoor National Park offers further opportunities for walks and wildlife spotting.