COMING SOON!
The Shepherd's hut come down from Somerset
In the heart of the idyllic North Devon countryside, under six miles from South Molton, and half an hour from Tiverton and the M5,
Ducks Paddle is off the beaten track, unspoilt and secluded, but still easily accessible.
The pace of life here is as relaxed as you want it to be, situated on an oak lined lane that was the old route from East Worlington, over Meshaw Moor, to South Molton for centuries,
with no near neighbours, Ducks' is the most peaceful of settings.
With views of Exmoor and rolling Devon hills, it is a very special place that works its' magic on all who visit.
You can easily while away time in Colbourne's, while away the day in the meadow, stoke up a fire in the firepit if the weather is fair or cozy up inside with a roaring fire if it's cold outside,
cook up a scrumptious meal in the fabulous Pigs Kitchen, and eat it looking out over the valley towards Exmoor.
Or venture out; less than a 1/4 of a mile away is Meshaw Moor Nature Reserve, and then pop over to the simply sublime inn, The Grove in Kings Nympton, which is less than ten minutes drive away.
For the more adventurous there is always something going on.
Our position midway between the North Devon and South Devon coasts makes us an excellent base to explore the stunning Devon countryside. Exmoor, Lynton & Lynmouth to the north, the vibrant City of Exeter and seaside town Exmouth to the east, the ancient port of Bideford and the North Cornish town of Bude, as well as the super beaches of Woolacombe and Saunton Sands to the west,
the glowering Dartmoor, and the market town of Okehampton to the south.
Because of the sparsely populated nature of the area all the towns, and several villages and hamlets, host myriad events, such as fairs and festivals; music, food & drink are always to the fore and showcase local makers and producers and artists as well as those from further afield.
The evolution of Colbourne's
The shepherd's hut is named Colbourne's, as a tribute to the craftsman who built it, Phil Colbourne.
Phil took on the task of putting the hut together after we acquired an old Dyson farm trailer, complete with oak turntable front axle.
This was used as the base to build the hut, the originality of the trailer and Phil's carpentry skills belay the actual age of the hut, it looks as if it was made in 1900, not 2011.
Under Sharon's instruction and a combined design between us, the frame, body, and platform with steps were constructed, using as many reclaimed or used materials as possible, a coup being old floorboards acquired from Simon at Ash Farm which was opposite us at Little Tyning.
The stove was bought from Glastonbury Burners. It is a Typhon, and has an oven above the firebox.
The stained glass window above the bed was purchased from an auction at Binegar, although it is quite ornate for a workman's hut we think it suits the feel of the hut.
The kitchen and shower room are exclusive to guests staying in Colbourne's.
Colbourne's sleeps two, and is available to let via ourselves and Airbnb.
We are planning to install two electric car charging points, one at the cottage and one at the old workshop.
Phil took on the task of putting the hut together after we acquired an old Dyson farm trailer, complete with oak turntable front axle.
This was used as the base to build the hut, the originality of the trailer and Phil's carpentry skills belay the actual age of the hut, it looks as if it was made in 1900, not 2011.
Under Sharon's instruction and a combined design between us, the frame, body, and platform with steps were constructed, using as many reclaimed or used materials as possible, a coup being old floorboards acquired from Simon at Ash Farm which was opposite us at Little Tyning.
The stove was bought from Glastonbury Burners. It is a Typhon, and has an oven above the firebox.
The stained glass window above the bed was purchased from an auction at Binegar, although it is quite ornate for a workman's hut we think it suits the feel of the hut.
The kitchen and shower room are exclusive to guests staying in Colbourne's.
Colbourne's sleeps two, and is available to let via ourselves and Airbnb.
We are planning to install two electric car charging points, one at the cottage and one at the old workshop.
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