The Crook

We had such a lovely stay at The Crook! It was so cosy and everything you could need was provided. Will definitely be back.

Me and my partner had a lovely stay at The Crook and were sad when it came to home time. We would definitely recommend to friends and family to visit. The hosts were amazing, the cabin was lovely and the facilities were outstanding.

We had an amazing weekend staying in 'The Crook', it was very comfortable and clean and had everything you needed, bedding, towels and bath robes were very high quality which meant a lot to me. The hot tub and pizza oven were a delight. The area is beautiful and peaceful and local to all cute country pubs and only 30 mins from Lyme Regis which was a great day out! The owners were very accommodating and nothing was too much trouble and very happy answering questions I had and local recommendations. It really was the perfect escape and we can't wait to return.

Great place, the pizza oven and hot tub made this holiday.
Lovely cozy space to just chill out for a couple nights.
Will be returning!

We had the most wonderful stay in this superb shepherd’s hut! Nestled on a beautiful farm with breathtaking views, it was the perfect countryside escape. The hut itself was spotlessly clean, extremely comfortable, and had absolutely everything we needed for a relaxing break.The hot tub was a real treat, especially under the stars, and we had so much fun firing up the pizza oven for an evening feast. Our hosts were fantastic – warm, welcoming, and always on hand if we needed anything, yet respectful of our privacy.
We honestly didn’t want to leave and have already decided we’ll be coming back. I can’t recommend this place highly enough – go and stay, you’ll love it as much as we did!

Me and my partner loved The Crook. The host Nick was lovely and very welcoming. The shepherd hut was extremely thought out, very clean and great decor. We loved all the extras; the hot tub, pizza oven, fire pit, games, beautiful scenery and extremely friendly sheep!
Would highly recommend this stay, for a relaxing, back to nature trip!
Thank you so much!

What a wonderful place Nick and Sally have made.
Clean, Well thought out.
Quiet, peaceful.
Pizza oven,hot tub and watching the sunrise from your very own spot under the oak tree is magical.
A warm and friendly welcome sets the tone for your stay.
Can't recommend enough.
A perfect escape.

We booked the Crook during May half term for a relaxing break. We live in a city so we wanted peace and quiet. And we got exactly that. We were surrounded by fields, trees, sheep and birds.
The hut is perfectly suited for 2 people and there is everything provided to make the stay comfortable. There is different seating area depending on your mood: the egg chair, the table and chairs with a chimnea, the loungers, the seating inside with a wood burner.
The hot tub was a very pleasing and relaxing experience. The owner was.very helpful in setting it up for us. Bathrobes are provided and they were well appreciated.
The owners are very thoughtful, providing fresh milk, biscuits, cider bottles, tea bags and coffee. They can also arrange pizza dough and a bbq pack.
You can either stay in the hut and make the most of the facilities provided, or you can visit the area. We walked to Perry's cider and the Donnington pub.

Such a beautiful place with everything you need. Stunning scenery and lovely little cozy cabin perfect for a get away. Hot tub really makes the place perfect. Hosts were amazing and so helpful

Booked a long weekend away as a surprise for my boyfriend for our anniversary and it was amazing, the pizza oven and hot tub definitely made the weekend so relaxing, the owners were super helpful and were easy to contact if we needed anything, would highly recommend booking!

Just returned from an amazing bank holiday stay at The Crook. The hut is like a tardis - much bigger on the inside than it looks!
There is everything you should need/want for a perfect relaxing stay - including some very friendly sheep as your neighbours!
The hot tub was very kindly heated for when we arrived and plenty of wood to reheat if you wanted to use it again. There is charcoal ready for if you want to have a nice bbq and the pizza oven is fantastic. There’s even a nice little area a short walk from the hut which is perfect to watch the sunrise.
There is also whole guide that has been brilliantly put together with lots information on what can be done/seen nearby!
Nick and Sallie were great hosts and we will definitely be returning in the not too distant future!

If you are looking for a comfortable, peaceful break in beautiful surroundings this is the place. Sitting in the hot tub with a glass of wine listening to the sheep takes some beating!

We had an amazing week stay at The Crook to recharge our batteries. The hut was very clean and you had everything you needed.

The outdoor set up was great and my husband was in his element.

Great stay and well done to the hosts.

Had an absolutely amazing few nights in the crook. Nick was so friendly and explained how to use al facilities. Bed was the comfiest I’ve ever slept in. The grounds and garden at the crook were fabulous. Ernie the pet sheep was a dream , could have taken him home ! Hot tub was heated when we arrived and we made full use of facilities. Can’t wait to stay again .

We had an amazing stay at The Crook, it was even better than what we were expecting. The hot tub and pizza oven was a great addition and it was amazing to have friendly sheep around as our neighbours. Definitely will be visiting again!

The Crook was exactly as described in the website and pictures. It a cozy cottage with all the necessary amenities and some extra! The welcome booklet was one the best and had all the information one needed on the cottage and things to do in the surrounding premises. Host Nick was very friendly, helpful and prompt in replies to any queries we had. The Dinnington pub and Perry's cider are worth a visit. The outdoor hot tub was a great way to enjoy the beautiful surroundings. Do bring crisps for the friendly sheep!

The crook is a just wonderful place. Beautifully romantic and surprisingly spacious shepherd’s hut.

The hosts (the Rutters) provide a wonderful service, with pizza dough for the pizza oven, more than enough wood to rotate through each of the 4 different fireplaces.

That the hot tub and tap water is fed from local natural spring / bored water is an added bonus. Great for the skin.

So peaceful and relaxing. Nick and Sarah have thought of everything when it comes to your stay. Only thing we should have done was got there a bit earlier to enjoy more time there!

We loved this place. Stayed in lots of places in the Uk and this place was like a mini Oasis. Everything about it was superb.
We got beautiful sun rises and sun sets. Hot tub and pizza oven were added luxuries.

The Crook is a gorgeous property set in a lovely rural location. It has great facilities and the hot tub is a real treat! Nick and Sally are thoughtful hosts and made sure we had everything we needed throughout our stay. We loved saying hello to our neighbouring sheep! We will definitely be returning to The Crook and would recommend to anyone.

We absolutely loved our stay. Every detail was taken care of and we really enjoyed using the hot tub and pizza oven! There is an amazing local pub that serves delicious food, The Dinnington Docks, which we would highly recommend.

Hosts were great and welcome back was so informative. We made use of everything, bbq with locally sourced bbq pack, pizza oven with pizza doughs provided by the hosts. It was a great trip and we had a lovely time. Home made brownies and drinks waiting for us in the fridge were a thoughtful touch, with the hot tub ready for our arrival. Would highly recommend.

The website is so easy to use and no detail was left out!

Loved our stay!
The attention to detail was superb and made all the difference.
We hope to return soon.

We had an incredible two night stay at The Crook, surrounded by beautiful scenery, baa-ing sheep and amazing accommodation! No stone has been left unturned in The Crook and every tiny detail has been thought of. The hut itself feels like luxury throughout, as do the surroundings and facilities. We used the pizza oven on our first night which was great fun and the pizza was amazing. Nick and Sallie were great hosts and had prepared the hot tub for our arrival too. Lots to do nearby, including a trip to Perry’s Cider which was really lovely. Can’t recommend highly enough, would definitely stay again!

Our stay was perfect. From when we arrived the owners were very friendly and had clearly put in alot of effort and personal touches.
The hut was stunning.
There was a guide folder, covered everything you needed to know for your stay.
We would definitely return.

We had a wonderful relaxing weekend in a lovely setting looked after by Graham and his lovely dog! We absolutely loved the hut and hot tub…..many thanks Andy and Brenda

Perfect break for a couple. Beautiful location, so peaceful apart from the occasional baaa! We loved being so close to she sheep and the horse stables on site. A 15 minute walk to the local pub dinnington docks that provided incredible food and drinks. Lovely hot tub and log burner which we used every night, overall the perfect place to see in the new year. We will return!

The crook and surrounding area is beautiful. The crook had it all, hot tub, wood fired pizza, great patio area, under floor heating and more……we brought our 4month old daughter and she loved it, especially seeing the friendly sheep and horses nearby. Nick and Sallie were amazing hosts, I could really tell that they cared about our stay at the crook, they were very welcoming and friendly. It was our first holiday the three of us as a family and am so glad that I chose The crook as our first getaway. Thank you so much for a wonderful break and we will be coming again!

We chose The Crook as it was a spacious shepherds hut in a peaceful location. The hut felt roomy with space to walk around the bed, full size bathroom and plenty of living space. Everything is luxurious, from the high quality bed linen and towels to the pizza oven, BBQ, hot tub and egg chair. The setting was wonderful with views for miles, we saw lots of stars and hot air balloons and we loved sitting under the oak tree to escape the heat of the day. There are walks on your doorstep and Perry's cider a 30minute walk away, with beaches further afield. Equally you could while the whole day away at the hut with the sheep for company.

Fabulous stay, owners where fantastic, went above and beyond.
Definitely recommend, and will return.
Thank you Sallie and Nick xxx