Outbak Shepherds Hut - sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom

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A large, historic stone building with multiple chimneys, surrounded by lush greenery and a calm pond reflecting the structure.
A wooden cabin with a hot tub, outdoor seating, and a small deck.
A cozy bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a window with a view of greenery outside.
A compact kitchenette with a toaster, kettle, and a built-in oven.
A cozy living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a fireplace. There is a kitchen area with a stove, oven, and a tiled backsplash.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Soak and unwind
    Relax in the top-rated hot tub, celebrated for ultimate comfort.
  • Barbecue grill
    A rare find - perfect for a relaxed, outdoor grilling experience.

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available
  • Non smoking

Explore the area

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Hailes, Gloucestershire
  • Place, Hailes Abbey
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Toddington Narrow Gauge Railway
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Oxford (OXF)
    ‪74 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom #1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom #1

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Garden

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About the neighborhood

Cheltenham

Located in Cheltenham, this chalet is in a rural area. The Brewery Quarter and High Street are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Broadway Tower Country Park and Crickley Hill Country Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Prescott Speed Hill Climb or EV Charger Points Stadium.
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Hailes, Gloucestershire

What's nearby

  • Hailes Abbey - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Toddington Narrow Gauge Railway - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Sudeley Castle - 7 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Cheltenham Racecourse - 22 min drive - 18.2 km

Getting around

  • Toddington Railway Station - 3 min drive
  • Oxford (OXF) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Snowshill Arms - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Guilt Trip - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Leaf & Bean Lounge - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Tipsy Egg - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Shutters - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Outbak Shepherds Hut - sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Outbak Shepherds Hut - sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom?

As of Nov 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Outbak Shepherds Hut - sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom on Nov 16, 2026 start from $265, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Outbak Shepherds Hut - sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Outbak Shepherds Hut - sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Outbak Shepherds Hut - sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom located?

Situated in a rural location, this chalet is within 1 mi (2 km) of Hailes Abbey and Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway. Toddington Narrow Gauge Railway and Stanway House and Fountain are also within 2 mi (3 km). Toddington Railway Station is 26 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful place to explore the Cotswolds

This was our second stay at Outbak. It’s a wonderful place to relax. Dave looks after the hut and his guests incredibly well. He has the hut set up just right, and the hot tub is a wonderful addition. It’s also located in a great place to explore the Cotswolds. Would thoroughly recommend, and will undoubtedly be back for another visit.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Relaxing few days

Lovely location Dave was very friendly and showed us around...nothing was too much trouble Great amenities provided and a visit to sudeley Castle is a must.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Great place

We had a great stay in the outback Shepherds hut. It is perfect for a relaxing break. Well fitted, and David has thought of every detail.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Excellent stay

Thanks to our host for providing an excellent experience and being so attentive to us ... lovely location
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great Stay

Fantastic stay. Host was very helpful, everything worked as expected. Location remote but excellent view.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ideally situated

Lovely clean and well set out shepherds hut, ideally positioned for exploring the Cotswolds. Very close to GWR steam railway, Studley castle & Hailes abbey. The host is very friendly & helpful. Very peaceful weekend had by all.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Short break.

Excellent accommodation, hosts were so helpful & location was spot on. Many local attractions to visit
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A perfect place to enjoy the silence

The best accommodation we ever had. Lovingly and tastefully furnished. With a beautiful landscape around, a BBQ, the marvelous hot tub and steam locomotives passing by, the hut is the perfect place for taking a break from daily life. And not to forget the owner, always charming and happy to help.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect!

What a gem of a property. We had the most wonderful weekend. The hut is so beautiful and well done, the location is lovely and the hot tub was just brilliant. David was such a good host, there to greet us and set the hot tub up each day. We will definitely be returning.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Luxurious Stay

A lovely stay in a beautiful location. David was so welcoming and friendly. He has done an absolutely fabulous job of the Shepherds Hut and the hot tub was just divine. Would love to return in the summer because I can imagine the exclusive decking being a right little sun trap. The bed was so comfy and the duvet was cosy and kept us warm. Stayed in many Shepherds Huts before and this is by far one of the most luxurious ones.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic 4 night break

This is the second year we have stayed here and yet again had a fabulous stay. The shepherds hut is in a beautiful location with the steam train virtually at the bottom of the garden. It is beautifully maintained and the hot tub is to die for. Beautiful and quiet location convenient for many of the local attractions. David, the owner, was extremely helpful but very respectful of our privacy. His local knowledge was invaluable. 10/10 will definitely stay again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic, Peaceful Trip Away

We had the most wonderful stay at this charming shepherd’s hut in the Cotswolds. The hut itself was spotless, cosy, and beautifully thought out, with everything we needed for a relaxing break. The hot tub was such a treat – perfect for unwinding in the evenings – and the BBQ made for some lovely dinners outside. The location is fantastic, tucked away enough to feel peaceful and private, yet only a short drive to lots of picturesque Cotswold villages. It was the ideal base for exploring. Our host was absolutely brilliant – so helpful, polite, and genuinely welcoming. Communication was excellent from start to finish, which made everything completely stress-free. All in all, a perfect countryside escape – we honestly couldn’t recommend it more highly and can’t wait to come back!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Bets escape you could imagine!

This little shepherds hut is a perfect escape to the Cotswolds. It was clear, well kept, with everything you could need. The hot tub and the view is excellent and made it a delight to come back to every night. The village is quaint and peaceful, with excellent historic churches to visit. The host went above and beyond to accommodate us and make sure we enjoyed our stay to the fullest. Thank you for having us, we recommend this location very highly and hope to be back!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A little place of calm

David the host was there to great us, familiarised us with how to use the hot tub and told us about the local area. The shephards hut was clean and incredibly comfortable, the king-size bed was a perk, and the TV perfectly placed for resting after a long day. The hot tub was glorious, a 4 seater so incredibly spacious. The hut had everything you needed, including bathrobes and towels for both showering and the hot tub. The local area was lovely, with some gentle walks surrounding. It was very peaceful and could see a full sky of stats at night. Seeing the occasional steam train go past was cool too! Would definitely come again!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A dreamy solo break for peace & quiet!

My stay at the Outbak shepherds hut was just a DREAM! I am a 26year old personal trainer/ fitness instructor and this was a break to take a breathe and have some calm time as life at home is very chaotic! This was just the perfect place to stay! The weather was perfect! Beautiful and PLENTY of local walks and footpaths to venture off during the day! I was only 15 mins away from cheltenham to visit a gym I know well. The fruit farm was a walk away to visit and was a perfect coffee break and to pick some fresh fruit for my breakfasts and a visit to the farm shop to buy some lovely gifts for those back at home! I visited Bourton on Water which was just a 20 min drive away and what a beautiful place to go! I would have loved to have stayed longer to visit more of the recommended places in the extremely informative booklet in the cabin! The stay at the cabin was perfect! It had everything I needed. The hottub was set up easily each day to be able to use with clear instructions! It was lovely to have a table and chairs outside as well as the sunbeds too! Inside the cabin the bed was so cosy, plenty of pillows, lovely chairs to sit and chill on as well as the dining table to eat from! Having wifi and a smart tv was perfect to still be able to have contact online and chill out with my favourite programmes! The kitchen area was perfect to fit for my dietry needs; I did not eat out or local as I just wanted to be in my own comfort in the evenings but there were lots of choices to eat out even though I chose not to and the cooker was perfect and then having the toaster and microwave too! Dish washing facilities were great with plenty of utensils! It would have been handy to have a pair of cooking tongs and scissors though! The bathroom was perfect and clean and lovely pressure with the water. Lovely towels and gowns provided for the shower and hottub too! I am very refreshed since getting back and I am without a doubt going to come back for another visit!
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 17, 2025
Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts with us on your recent stay at Outbak Shepherd's Hut. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay. Your valuable feedback regarding additional kitchen utensils has been shared with the owner who has taken these points on board and is looking into them. We hope to see you in the Cotswolds again soon.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Couldn’t ask for better!

Me and my girlfriend had an absolutely wonderful long weekend in the outbak shepherds hut! Dave was such a gentleman and a sweetheart, offering to pick us up from the pub and recommending walking routes for our stay. The hot tub was stunning and the beautiful wood smell was unreal, the hut itself was very comfortable with a comfortable bed, a very clean and well looked after shower and everything you could need. It was very private and we felt very safe, very central within the Cotswolds. We will definitely be coming again!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

lovely peaceful stay with everything we needed

The Outbak shepherds hut was a lovely well equipped hut in a very peaceful location. The trains occasionally coming by was lovely and added to the idyllic scene. It felt very private but not too remote and not far rfom local towns if we needed anything. The hut itself is very clevery designed to give storage and space for relaxing indoors if the weather should not allow you to sit outside. We had wonderful weather so we were able to make use of the hot tub outside and the spacious decking area.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A fantastic escape in a beautiful location

A wonderful shepherds hut with everything you need in a peaceful and beautiful location. The wood fired hot tub was fabulous and the outside space perfect on a hot summer weekend - although we could see that the hut would be cosy on a winter break. We will be back! Highly recommend.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Weekend Away

The location of the property was very good and easy to find. The layout was compact and bijou and had everything needed for the weekend. The hot tub was a great way to relax after a day walking and the bbq worked a treat. It was within easy walking distance of Hayles Farm Shop and cafe which is well worth a visit. Overall a great place to stay and would highly recommend it. Thanks
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic

We needed a break and a break is what we got! Perfect location, views and place. Hut is furnished to a high spec, attention to detail is fabulous with everything you could possibly need. BBQ and hot tub were an added bonus and appreciated, even the weather stayed lovely. Definitely recommend Outback, perfect for a relaxing break.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic getaway hut

Well maintained hut in beautiful location. All facilities exactly as required. Friendly owner David explained all we needed to know on arrival. Hot tub was fantastic once we got to grips with lighting and maintaining the fire. Wished we could have stayed longer.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

First time in the Cotswolds

4 night stay location ideal for short stay walking car req for further attractions steam railway virtually within touching distance local pubs within 10 mins driving all do excellent food at reasonable price . Shepherds hut unique experience very comfortable and peaceful location with nice modern bathroom wood fired hot tub a nice touch . Ideal place just to sit out and re charge batteries and de stress .
Response from VrboOwner on May 20, 2022
Dear Christopher, Many thanks for taking the time to review your stay at Outbak Shepherds Hut, we're pleased to see that you enjoyed your time here. We hope we can welcome you back to the Cotswolds again in the future. Kind regards Bolthole Retreats
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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