Wild Pear Shepherd's Hut

1.9 miles E of Ilfracombe

Sleeps 2

From £63 per night

Shepherd’s hut in Devon: Perched on the idyllic North Devon coast amongst rolling green fields with mesmerising sea views, this handcrafted shepherd’s hut is the perfect setting to recharge and connect with nature. On your doorstep, sandy beaches, charming seaside towns and winding coastal paths beckon to be explored.

Overview

Wild Pear Shepherd’s Hut is set on a historic farmstead between Ilfracombe and Combe Martin, surrounded by lush greenery and vast ocean views. Savour tranquil mornings sipping your coffee outdoors, before heading off to explore the stunning North Devon coastline. Then reminisce on your magical adventures each evening over a hearty meal cooked on the fire-pit BBQ. Watch the sun go down and the stars come out, and when your eyes become heavy from a day well-spent, sink into a deep slumber in the comfort of your cosy hut - and dream about doing it all again tomorrow.

Step Inside

Wild Pear is a traditional shepherd’s hut, elegantly hand-built in Somerset with beautiful timber.
Despite its quaint size, the hut’s interior feels spacious and inviting, and from the moment you step through the double doors leading into the open-plan living area you’ll feel relaxed and at home. The white timber walls and ceiling, country-style furnishings, tartan blankets and soft colour palette create an ultra-cosy space.

At one end of the hut there are bench seats and a dining table to enjoy your home-cooked meals or a game of cards over a glass of wine. At night, a cleverly hidden away fold-down double bed effortlessly transforms this space ready for a sumptuous sleep.

The kitchen is small but well-equipped to prepare delicious meals and picnics, with a two-ring induction hob, fridge, toaster and kettle. There’s a shower room with a spacious walk-in shower to enjoy a hot soak at the end of your day’s adventures by the sea. And there’s even wifi in the hut, should you wish to research the local pubs, cafés, towns, and attractions.

On cooler days, you’re sure to stay cosy and warm too, thanks to the toasty wood burner and environmentally-friendly sheep’s wool insulation.

Outdoors

The hut is enclosed by green hedgerows, creating a space that’s as sweet outside as it is in. Cushioned wooden seats and a picnic bench offer the perfect spots to sit and admire the breathtaking views, listen to the birds singing and breathe in the fresh sea air. Plus there’s a fire-pit BBQ to gather around and cook an al fresco feast, or toast marshmallows and keep warm as you gaze at the sky full of stars.

Explore

With mile-upon-mile of golden sandy beaches, rocky cliffs and picturesque seaside towns on your doorstep, there is plenty to discover during your stay at Wild Pear Shepherd’s Hut.

The charming village of Berrynarbor is nearby, with a lovely 17th-century pub to enjoy a pint of local ale in the beer garden in the summer or beside the log fire in the winter. A little further along the coast is the small seaside town of Combe Martin, where you’ll find two beaches perfect for wild swimming and rockpooling, as well as Ilfracombe, home to quintessential seaside shops and eateries, the unique Tunnels Beaches and Damien Hirst’s striking Verity statue. If you’re looking for an ocean adventure, take a boat trip to Lundy Island or book a surf lesson at Woolacombe, Croyde or Saunton Sands. And, of course, there’s ample opportunity to enjoy long coastal hikes too, with access to the South West Coast Path less than half a mile from your hut. Combe Martin to Great Hangman is a magnificent stretch, with the highest sea cliffs in Exmoor National Park and panoramic views across the bay.

Layout

Open-plan living and kitchen space: dining table and benches, fold-down double bed, wood burner, two-ring induction hob, fridge, toaster and kettle.

Shower room: walk-in shower, wash basin and WC.

Extra Information

A baby up to six months old (non-crawler) is welcome but please bring your own moses basket or cot. Nearby are its sister hut Copperas, a small campsite and The Linney Holiday Cottage, though your space is fully enclosed so you can enjoy a peaceful stay in privacy.

More Details

  • Short breaks available
  • Wood-burner/Open fire
  • Private parking for 1 car
  • No WiFi
  • No smoking
  • Pub 0.5 miles
  • Garden furniture and fire-pit barbecue and barbecue
  • Electric panel heater and heated towel rail
  • Logs for wood-burner

Availability, reservations and pricing: From £63 per night

Need more time? Reserve any hideaway for up to 24 hours before booking Choose to pay the balance in monthly instalments, once you've paid the deposit
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Wild Pear Shepherd's Hut Reviews

4.6

(117 Reviews )

Good or bad, we publish all the reviews left by the guests who have stayed at this property. Reviews policy

52 written reviews

Ryan

4

May 2026

Wild Pear is an awesome little Shepherd's Hut! The views on offer are stunning, we managed to catch a glimpse of some dolphins from bed one morning! There is a cute little farm shop on site, the fresh produce and pastry options were delightful. The hut is well positioned with incredible walks and views on offer, with other sensational options just a short drive away (we did some Kayaking and hiked in the Valley of the Rocks, awesome!) A perfect spot for a cosy, rural little getaway, would absolutely recommend! Cate & Ryan, May 2026

Nico

5

August 2025

Beautifull accommodation on a beautifull spot. A gem for walking vacations. And also wonderfull quiet.
The shepherds hut was very cosy and nicely decorated.

Karen

3

September 2025

Really lovely location, nice hut and well equipped, very private and peaceful , unfortunately for us there were a few clenliness issues but hopefully they will now be addressed and then this would be a perfect hut.

Reply from Unique Hideaways:

Thank you for sharing your lovely review - we're delighted that you enjoyed your stay. We're sorry to hear about your cleanliness concerns. Our team is always available throughout your visit, and we encourage guests to reach out right away if any concerns arise so we can resolve them promptly and get your holiday back on track. We would love the opportunity to welcome you back in the future. Julie, Customer Support

Carol

4

May 2025

Wild Pear is a perfect place for a break, had everything we needed for a glorious holiday. Stunning views & for us a walkers paradise.

Hazel

5

May 2025

Perfect place to stay with a gorgeous welcome pack. Relaxing environment with superb views and a lovely warm welcome from Siân. Would definitely visit again and highly recommend.

Molly

4

November 2024

A lovely weekend in a perfect setting. Small but perfectly formed accomodation with an incredible view, with everything needed for a weekend break.

S

3

August 2024

If you enjoy camping, you'll love The Wild Pear Shepherd's Hut! Very quaint and cleverly designed with great views from the Hut. A Monday-Saturday bus service will take you from the Castle into Ilfracombe for £2pp or a taxi back to the Hut for about £13 for those who miss the last bus home :) Ilfracombe itself is well worth a visit and the Verity statue is breathtaking. We recommend taking some fold up chairs and disposable BBQs.

Emily

5

August 2024

Amazing location overlooking the sea. It was soo nice waking up each morning to the view. We loved that we were only a 5 minute walk from the coastal path to go exploring. The shepherd's hut is beautifully decorated, very comfy bed and well equipped with every needed for a mini breakaway . A great, quaint and quirky getaway that we would highly recommend.
We will be returning in the future.

Debbie

5

June 2024

Excellent little cosy shepherd's hut, lovely place. A surprise gift of jam and juice which were delicious.

Sarah

4

April 2024

Fabulous little hideaway in an amazing location - had everything we needed. We loved the fire pit and the log burner. Brilliant in every way, such a relaxing and peaceful break. Easy walk out to coastal paths and we made good use of the butcher and farm shop in Coombe Martin. A visit to the Hunters Inn is also a must.

Reply from Unique Hideaways:

We're delighted that you enjoyed your stay and hope to welcome you back again soon. Julie, Customer Support

Katerina

5

January 2024

Loved our stay - host was very helpful and responsive, and the cottage is beautiful and clean. We stayed during a big storm but the cottage was very sturdy and the fire kept us warm and cosy. Views are incredible as well!

Elizabeth

5

August 2023

This is a beautiful property in a stunning location that really is as good as it looks in the photographs!

Shannon

5

July 2023

The shepherd’s hut is well designed, well equipped comfortable and with a wonderful view.

Gary

5

August 2023

Loved our stay sat every night with the doors open a glass of wine breathing the sea air and taking in the breathtaking views.
So peaceful even with the campsite below a place to escape from it all

Angela

4

July 2023

Absolutely lovely Shepherds Hut .. high end finish home from home .. an awesome turquoise sea view and star gazing was beautiful on clear nights. Wonderfully relaxing and a unique experience. Ideally located for the South West Coastal Path ????

Kirsty

5

June 2023

Couldn't recommend the sheperds hut enough. I wished we could stay longer, so many beautiful beaches and things to see and do, at the same time we loved appreciating the views and cosiness of the sheperds hut, will definetley be booking again at some point!

Amy

4

May 2023

A wonderful relaxing stay! The hut was clean, well equipped and cozy. The location was perfect, views from the hut were stunning with easy access to costal walks to Ilfracombe and Combe Martin.

Jenny

5

February 2023

Thoroughly enjoyed my birthday break at Wild Pear Shepherds Hut. The weather was awful for three out of our four days but the hut is so cosy, warm, well equipped and comfortable that it honestly didn’t matter, if anything it added to the ambiance! Ideally situated for the coast path which was our main reason for booking. Sian and Nick were fabulous, kind and accommodating. The welcome basket was fabulous and communication was excellent. Thank you very much!

Michelle

5

October 2022

Absolutely stunning location and gorgeous shepherds hut, perfect for an intimate, romantic getaway. Would highly recommend and it was amazing to see the stars from the window of the hut on a clear night. It was wonderful and Sian and Nick were so friendly, can’t wait to come back!

Dave

5

August 2022

Not much to say - I Don't remember having any problems

Frank

4

July 2022

If you are looking for a quiet place with a very good view, this is the right place for you. The next larger town is Ilfracombe and very fast and easy to reach, also on foot. Only our bicycles were not used, as the roads and paths do not invite you to cycle. But it wasn't so bad either. It is definitely a very beautiful landscape. We would love to come back.

Andy

5

July 2022

What a perfect location! 180 degree sea view, and so peaceful! The accommodation was immaculate too. We will definitely be back!

Catherine

5

August 2022

Loved this Shepherd’s hut. The location and views were stunning and the hut had everything you could need for your stay. The perfect place for a bit of time out.

Mark

5

June 2022

Great stay for a romantic few days.
Great walking, amazing views

Julie

4

June 2022

Thank you for a wonderful stay. We loved this property and would definitely return. It was so peaceful with fabulous sea views and within easy reach of the coast path and other activities. Hut was ideal for two people and the bed was surprisingly large and comfy (with an awesome view to wake up to).

Toni

4

May 2022

found it easy to use / book with no issues at all.

John

5

April 2022

Easy to use.

A

5

March 2022

It was absolutely fantastic. We loved the beautiful views, and the hut itself was stunning! It was equipped with everything we could possibly need for a cosy home-from-home. The little goody basket was lovely too, what a personal touch. The local apple juice was especially delicious! It was such a bonus having your own little ensuite bathroom too - especially the heated towel rail and the lovely smelling toiletries. We will definitely be recommending your shepherds' huts to our friends.

Jack

5

February 2022

Fantastic place, would recommend to everyone, would love to come back in the summer. Great host and a lovely welcome package, just wish we’d stayed longer.

Reply from Unique Hideaways:

We are so glad to read that you would recommend Wild Pear Shepherd's Hut - that's so great to see. We are sure that the hosts were delighted with your comments. We hope to welcome you back in the future for a longer stay. Sarah, Customer Support

M

5

September 2021

Wild Pear is a beautiful Shepherds Hut. It is beautifully finished and has the benefits of a lovely shower room. The shower was better than many that I've used in cottages.
The Hut is eco friendly, I understand that it's insulated with sheeps wool. Whilst there is an electric heater it was not necessary to use even though the temperature dipped in the evening (mid September stay). The view was gorgeous as is North Devon.
Whilst the welcome hamper was appreciated do bring breakfast items.

Natasha

5

September 2021

Absolutely beautiful stay.
Owner Sian - lovely lady very welcoming.
First time of staying in a hut and what a breath of fresh air it was. The views... Incredible!

Julia

3

August 2021

Fabulous views!

Hilary

4

July 2021

Wild pear was in a beautiful location. The views were stunning. It was spotlessly clean and welcoming with a basket of goodies and a vase of flowers. Sian was friendly and helpful. Abundance of hot water and a great shower. The walk to the pub was through the field and down a track, then across the road to walk for 10 minutes but it was only open Wednesday to Sunday. Altogether a peaceful retreat.

Lorraine

5

July 2021

Wild Pear is a charming shepherds hut with fabulous sea views and the host has ensured there are plenty of home comforts. Great place to stay.

David

5

May 2021

Excellent Stay again at Wild Pear Shepherd's Hut and it was just as good as the last stay
Great Hosts and super Location with Stunning views overlooking the Sea.
We will be back..

Loved it.......

Susan

5

May 2021

Amazing hut to hire. First class in cleanliness. The bed was so comfortable. Everything we needed was provided for, all except a microwave. And of course the peacefulness and view's were the icing on the cake. Loved it.

Sylvia

4

April 2021

Everything. Beautiful setting and very well appointed shepherds hut - the bed and bedding were top notch and the towel rail and electric heater were very efficient.
Touches such as the generous hamper of goods from the farm shop and a little vase of flowers were lovely. Our host was also very helpful in trying to find a solution to a problem I had.
Lots of logs available for the stove and fire pit.

Catherine

4

October 2020

A wonderful and unique 3 night stay at Wild Pear! It rained and rained and rained, but we felt very cosy in the hut with the log burner on, plus the leaflet pack gave us loads of day out ideas despite the weather. Also, anyone around the 6ft mark need not to worry about hitting heads. The hut has a high ceiling throughout the living space and bathroom, so only the doorways to worry about. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay, will recommend and return when possible!

J

5

October 2020

The position and views are fantastic and the shepherds hut was just perfect, we loved everything about it and would definitely return

David

5

September 2020

The Shepherd's Hut was just perfect for us with Stunning sea views and lovely countryside surrounding us.
First time we ever been in a Shepherd's Hut and must say it has changed our minds about Travelling anymore as we usually Fly or Cruise around the world..
Arrived back home after 5 nights totally refreshed..
Thank you to Nick and Sian for looking after us and we hope to return next year..
David and Rosemary Smith
Horsham, West Sussex

Jessica

5

September 2020

This is a lovely location and property. Excellent spot to get away.

PAULINE

4

August 2020

Friendly, helpful and welcoming.
Fantastic views, good walks, peaceful location.

Abhishek

5

July 2020

Loved the welcome basket with milk in the fridge on arrival - very thoughtful. The owners were very friendly and welcoming. Loved the fresh pastries from the campsite shop in the morning. Great location for the nearby beaches. The hut was very well equipped with a comfortable bed. Would definitely recommend. We will be back!

Laura

5

September 2019

Stunning panoramic sea view from the hut, which is beautifully decorated and cosy. Super relaxing and picturesque place for a break away from it all. Pub and boat café a short walk away from the hut. We walked the coastal path to Ilfracombe and went further afield in the car to Instow for a day trip. We only stayed for a weekend but there are lots of places to visit and more coastal path to walk close by. Highly recommended.

L

5

August 2019

We had a wonderful stay in the Wild Pear Shepherd's Hut. A rustic-feeling yet very modern and comfortable cabin - two induction hobs with a whistling kettle, a fridge, a toaster, an electric shower and all the crockery and cutlery you'll need. Don't pack too heavily - there's limited wardrobe space, but definitely enough to get by. The pull-down bed gave us our best sleep in months and it was gorgeous to wake up in the middle of the night and hear the rain on the roof. The coastal path offers walks right from the front door that take in wooded areas and seaside, and local towns Combe Martin and Ilfracombe are close by car (or a walk if you're up for it). Siân was a brilliant host - booking us tables for the local restaurants and giving lots of great local advice. We'd definitely come back :)

W

5

August 2019

Booked Wild Pear Shepherds hut for my girlfriend and I, and we had a wonderful week. Situated high on the hillside and just below the farm, it has a fabulous view out to sea, and was so peaceful. Plenty of wonderful walks along the coastline, and spotted a few Porpoise in the bay and the occasional Peregrine Falcon. The outside seating area was perfect for the evenings, when the farmyard chickens would pop by like clockwork. Will certainly be back.

Michael

4

June 2019

Fabulous little hut with amazing views, good pubs and local bus service.

Richard

5

March 2019

Charming Shepard’s hut in a wonderful location. Easy to find and great access to sites and attractions.

J

5

February 2019

We had a fantastic stay at WildPear Sheperds Hut. The accocomodation was very clean and an extremely high standard of furnishing. We were so cozy with the gorgeous log burner. Plenty to do in the surrounding areas if you can tear yourselves away from the stunning views!

S A

5

August 2018

We were so very happy with the overall standard of the property and all it’s furnishi gs the location was breathtaking plus the host was helpful and as a little extra had left us a very welcome basket of local goodies to enjoy .... thank you. Great fire pit complimentary firewood and kindling
Amazing electric shower
Fabulous sea views from your bed ...... a room with a view indeeed !!!

M

5

July 2018

Very nice place to stay. Beautiful spot and nice owners. When you wake up in the morning, the first thing you see is the sea. We loved it !

Ulrike

5

July 2018

Fantastic location, wonderful views, very cosy hut, that exceeded our expectations. Beautiful landscape, friendly owners and lovely chickens, that visited us from time to time. We will be back!

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