Park Farm

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Shepherd's hut
View from the adjoining field
View from the hut doors
The site in winter

  • Comfortable shepherd's hut in a quiet location on a small farm
  • On the edge of Milton Abbas, 30 minutes' drive from Poole Harbour
  • Self-contained unit with a shower room, kitchenette and gas barbecue
Park Farm in Dorset has a well-built shepherd's hut in a green agricultural landscape on the edge of the village of Milton Abbas. This well-maintained hut, which dates back to the 1920s, has been restored over the years to become the comfy unit it is today. The self-contained accommodation here is furnished with essentials like a sleeping area, a kitchenette and a separate shower room. There's also a logburning stove to keep you toasty in the evening, plus a gas-fired barbecue where you can cook out of doors on a covered decking area. In adjoining fields you'll see horses and sheep quietly grazing, while a short stroll away there's a woodland at the bottom of the fields for quiet tours of the grounds. All of this can be admired from the spacious outdoor decking area, a top spot for relaxing with a cup of tea and admiring far-reaching views, which on clear days extend all the way down to Poole Harbour (30 minutes' drive) and the Isle of Wight. Park Farm is about three quarters of a mile from The Hambro Arms, the village pub. Milton Abbas also has a post office and a farm shop for supplies.

Site type

Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 1
Open now
Opens 1 April
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
  • No cars/motorbikes by the pitch/unit. All cars must be parked in the designated area.
  • Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Tue, 1 Apr to

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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.

Had a lovely three night stay. Friendly and helpful owner.

Overall 8/10
Location 8
Value for money 8
Accommodation 8
Facilities / Activities 6
Customer service 8
Child friendliness 8
Cleanliness 8
Wifi No rating
Michelle T. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Shepherd's hut

Liked: Fab location. Very private and quiet. Great log burner. Useful little kitchen room with microwave and kettle. Farm shops and cafes within walking distance. Village pub also within walking distance.

Disliked: The toilet. I think I'd have preferred a compost toilet.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Awesome atmosphere with gorgeous nature. The owner was really helpful. Well arranged…

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 10
Wifi No rating
Poorna Rathnayaka B. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Shepherd's hut

Liked: Awesome atmosphere with gorgeous nature. The owner was really helpful. Well arranged place. We had everything we needed, woods, gas barbecue machine,small fridge, microwave, clean linen. Highly recommend.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Basic glamping in a wonderful part of the country

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 8
Accommodation 8
Facilities / Activities 8
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 8
Wifi 2
Jenna S. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Shepherd's hut

Liked: The location, scenery, friendliness of host, views, ease to find, dog friendly, basic necessities included, log burner was super warm in the windy evenings, shower and loo attached. Sun from dawn to dusk so perfect placement, lots to do and see within an hours drive.

Disliked: Quite small and has a lean so feels like you're going to roll out of bed, maybe sunk into the ground a little over time. The bed is also no more than 5 ft 5/6 so if you're tall you'll struggle to lay properly.

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Lovely original shepherds hut, cosy, comfortable bed. Idyllic setting, with great vista,…

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 10
Wifi No rating
Jason S. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Shepherd's hut

Liked: Lovely original shepherds hut, cosy, comfortable bed.
Idyllic setting, with great vista, owls, night jar, etc.
Everything provided for a wonderful, peaceful, back-to-nature break.
Friendly, helpful hosts who couldn't do enough to make this a perfect holiday retreat.

Disliked: Having to go home!

Recommend to friends Visit again

Beautiful view, peaceful setting, everything you need provided. Affordable price compared to…

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness 2
Cleanliness 10
Wifi No rating
Matthew S. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Shepherd's hut

Liked: Beautiful view, peaceful setting, everything you need provided. Affordable price compared to other shepherd's huts, so those wanting 5 star luxury glamping might be disappointed but certainly a more comfortable, private treat than our usual tent experience! Warm welcome from owner who was very helpful.

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Features

Leisure on site

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Peaceful

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Shop nearby

Type

Farm Tiny (1-10 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Restaurant nearby

Location

Park Farm

Milton Abbas

Dorset

England

DT11 0AX

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

50.82476°N
-2.26955°W

Nearest transport

Coach
10.9 mi South Station
11.8 mi Post Office
11.8 mi Red Lion
Rail
8.8 mi Moreton (Dorset) Rail Station
10.1 mi Wool Rail Station
10.8 mi Dorchester South Rail Station
Ferry
14.5 mi Poole Ferry Terminal
14.7 mi Poole Quay Ferry Landing
16.6 mi Brownsea Island Ferry Landing
Airport
19.4 mi Bournemouth International Airport

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

Local attractions and activities include: - Wessex Fly Fishing: 15 minutes' drive - Blandford Forum: 15 minutes - The Tank Museum: 20 minutes - Monkey World: 20 minutes - Monart Spa Poundbury: 20 minutes - Dorchester: 20 minutes - Maiden Castle: 20 minutes - Poole Harbour: 30 minutes - Man O'War beach and the Jurassic Coast: 30 minutes

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Poole Harbour Rockley Sands 12.4 mi Estuary N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Poole Harbour Lake 13.1 mi Estuary N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Ringstead Bay 13.9 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Durdle Door East 14 mi Sea N/AExcellentN/AExcellent
Durdle Door West 14 mi Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Hardy's Birthplace 8.4 mi

The Tank Museum 9 mi

Monkey World - Ape Rescue Centre 9.1 mi

Kingston Lacy House and Gardens 10.3 mi

Lulworth Castle & Park 13.1 mi

National Trust

Clouds Hill 7.5 mi

Hardy's Cottage 8.4 mi

White Mill 9.2 mi

Kingston Lacy 10.4 mi

Max Gate 10.5 mi

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

MILTON ABBEY 1 mi

BINGHAM'S MELCOMBE 2.4 mi

Ibberton Hill – Coombe Bottom – Ibberton Hill 2.9 mi

ANDERSON MANOR 5.6 mi

Hod Hill Fort - Iwerne Minster - Hambledon Hill - Coombe Bottom 5.8 mi

Local events

  • Dorset County Show (Saturday 6 September 2025 – Saturday 6 September 2025)

    Dorchester, Dorset 9.8 mi

  • Glastonbury Festival (Wednesday 25 June 2025 – Wednesday 25 June 2025)

    Glastonbury, Somerset 26.9 mi

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Offers

Conditions apply - see pitch type section for details

Nearest sites

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Park Farm have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Park Farm dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Park Farm? Local attractions and activities include: - Wessex Fly Fishing: 15 minutes' drive - Blandford Forum: 15 minutes - The Tank Museum: 20 minutes - Monkey World: 20 minutes - Monart Spa Poundbury: … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Park Farm?
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  3 p.m. –  8:30 p.m.
    Depart by:  10 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Park Farm? From £110 (for 2 nights, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.