Fun Days Out Near Shepherds Hut at Hillcrest

What Guests Love

Discover why our guests keep coming back to Shepherds Hut at Hillcrest

Private hot tub for four

A private hot tub seating four guests sits outside with open countryside views perfect for evenings on the farm.

Working farm setting

Goats, chickens, horses and cows are your neighbours. It's a genuine working farm experience in the Forest of Bowland.

Forest of Bowland location

Set inside the Forest of Bowland AONB in Lancashire, with Beacon Fell and Longridge Fell both within easy reach.

Electric woodburner

The electric woodburner keeps the hut cosy and adds real atmosphere on cooler evenings in the countryside.

Private off-road parking

Off-road parking for up to three cars means no stress on arrival and easy access to local attractions.

Sleeps five with flexible layout

A mezzanine double and single plus a double sofa bed downstairs means the hut comfortably fits couples, families or small groups.

Getting To Shepherds Hut at Hillcrest

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach Shepherds Hut at Hillcrest by car, head into Chipping village in the Ribble Valley, Lancashire. The hut is on a working farm and private off-road parking for up to three cars is available on arrival.

By Train

The nearest railway station is Longridge, with Clitheroe station also a reasonable option for those travelling by rail. From either station a taxi or local bus will get you to Chipping village.

Private off-road parking for up to three cars

Clitheroe station (approx. 10 miles)

Chipping village, Ribble Valley, Lancashire PR3 2NP

Attractions & More Nearby

Everything you need within easy reach

Bowland Wild Boar Park

Distance: Short drive

PR3 2QT

Beacon Fell Country Park

Distance: Approx. 5 miles

PR3 2NL

Clitheroe Castle

Distance: Approx. 10 miles

BB7 1BA

Longridge Fell

Distance: Approx. 6 miles

PR3 2TQ

Parlick Hill

Distance: Approx. 4 miles

PR3 2NP

Beacon Fell Woodland Trails

Distance: Approx. 5 miles

PR3 2NL

Chipping Farm Shop

Distance: In village

PR3 2QH

Longridge Town Centre

Distance: Approx. 6 miles

PR3 3JA

Clitheroe Town Centre

Distance: Approx. 10 miles

BB7 2DA

Chipping Village Pub

Distance: In village

PR3 2QH

Pony Trekking (local)

Distance: Nearby

PR3 2NP

Longridge (local town)

Distance: Approx. 6 miles

PR3 3JA

Bowland Wild Boar Park

Distance: Short drive

PR3 2QT

Beacon Fell Country Park

Distance: Approx. 5 miles

PR3 2NL

Clitheroe Castle

Distance: Approx. 10 miles

BB7 1BA

Longridge Fell

Distance: Approx. 6 miles

PR3 2TQ

Parlick Hill

Distance: Approx. 4 miles

PR3 2NP

Beacon Fell Woodland Trails

Distance: Approx. 5 miles

PR3 2NL

Chipping Farm Shop

Distance: In village

PR3 2QH

Longridge Town Centre

Distance: Approx. 6 miles

PR3 3JA

Clitheroe Town Centre

Distance: Approx. 10 miles

BB7 2DA

Chipping Village Pub

Distance: In village

PR3 2QH

Pony Trekking (local)

Distance: Nearby

PR3 2NP

Longridge (local town)

Distance: Approx. 6 miles

PR3 3JA

Is Shepherds Hut at Hillcrest Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families

Bowland Wild Boar Park is a short drive away with tractor rides and animal feeding. The working farm itself has goats, chickens, horses and cows to see daily. Pony trekking is available nearby. Note that the mezzanine sleeping area is accessed by a ladder and is best suited to older children.

For Couples

A private hot tub for four, an electric woodburner, countryside views and a working farm setting make this a genuinely special couples retreat. Chipping village has a pub and restaurant within walking distance. The Forest of Bowland AONB surrounds you with walking routes and open countryside right outside the door.

Pet Friendly

Pets are not permitted at Shepherds Hut at Hillcrest. The property sits on a working farm with live farm animals including goats, chickens, horses and cows, so no pets are allowed. If you need a pet-friendly property, you'll need to search elsewhere.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Shepherds Hut at Hillcrest

The Tillered Earth, Chipping

Located In village from your accommodation.

Postcode: PR3 2QH

The Sun Inn, Chipping

Located In village from your accommodation.

Postcode: PR3 2QH

The Derby Arms, Longridge

Located Approx. 6 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: PR3 3JA

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Shepherds Hut at Hillcrest

Does this cottage have a hot tub?

Yes. Shepherds Hut at Hillcrest has a private hot tub with capacity for four guests. It's set outside the hut with countryside views across the working farm.

Is it pet friendly?

No, pets are not permitted at Shepherds Hut at Hillcrest. If you're travelling with a pet, you'll need to look at alternative properties in the area.

How many guests can the shepherd's hut sleep?

The hut sleeps up to five guests. There's a double bed (4ft 6in) and a single bed on the mezzanine level plus a double sofa bed in the living area for additional guests.

Is the mezzanine suitable for young children?

The mezzanine is accessed by a ladder and is best suited to older children and adults. Parents travelling with very young children should factor this in when booking.

What cooking facilities are available?

The hut has a compact kitchen with an electric oven, electric hob and a fridge-freezer. It's well equipped for self-catering throughout your stay.

What is the setting like?

The hut sits on a working farm in Chipping village, Ribble Valley, within the Forest of Bowland AONB. Goats, chickens, horses and cows are all part of the daily farm scene around you.

How many cars can I bring?

The property has private off-road parking. The listing references parking for up to three cars in one place so it's suitable for groups arriving in multiple vehicles.

What is there to do nearby?

Beacon Fell Country Park, Bowland Wild Boar Park, Longridge Fell and Clitheroe Castle are all within easy reach. Chipping village itself has a pub, farm shop and a traditional restaurant.

What Guests Love

Private hot tub for four

Working farm setting

Forest of Bowland location

Electric woodburner

Private off-road parking

Sleeps five with flexible layout

Getting To Shepherds Hut at Hillcrest

By Car

By Train

Attractions & More Nearby

Is Shepherds Hut at Hillcrest Right For You?

For Families

For Couples

Pet Friendly

Dining & Cafes

The Tillered Earth, Chipping

The Sun Inn, Chipping

The Derby Arms, Longridge

Frequently Asked Questions

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