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Reviews of Yew Tree View Luxury Shepherd's Hut

Yew Tree Cottage, Bat Alley, Marnhull, Sturminster Newton, DT10 1NX, United Kingdom

#3 of 13 hotels in Sturminster Newton

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Review score

Based on 150 apartment reviews

9.1

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.2

  • Comfort

    9.4

  • Location

    9.2

  • Facilities

    9.1

  • Staff

    9.2

  • Value for money

    9.3

  • Free WiFi

    9.3

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  • Reviewed: 3 May 2025

    8.0
    A lovely and memorable experience
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    We loved staying here. The interior is compact but beautifully designed. The setting is gorgeous, the bed is comfortable, and the shower is amazing. We’ve stayed in expensive hotels where the shower has been nothing compared to this! The food at the local pub was great; tip - if you’re walking, go across the field to the left of the property which brings you to the high street in 5-7 minutes. Overall a lovely and memorable experience.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 1 May 2025

    9.0
    A great property for a short stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Fortunately, we had excellent weather, but we would have struggled if we had wet shoes and coats to deal with.

    A lovely setting and the hut was really cosy.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 22 April 2025

    9.0
    Lovely hut, excellent location, would recommend!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The only downside was a little bit of noise from I think the boiler at night, otherwise nothing negative to say.

    Very cute, excellent location! Had dinner and a glass of wine at the outdoor table provided outside the hut overlooking a stunning sunset. Lots of beautiful paths for hikes and walks from the hut, loved it!

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 13 April 2025

    10
    Ideal romantic getaway for a couple
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Perfect stay! we live locally, 30 mins down the road but needed to escape home life for a weekend and reset and this stay did exactly that for us! It was so comfortable and cosy! The crown in marnhull was a short walk away, through a field just beside the hut! The views were lovely!

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 6 April 2025

    10
    Lovely cozy countryside getaway!
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    My friend and I were looking for a cozy night away in the countryside for a much needed girly catch up, and that is exactly what we got! Lovely hut, with a very cozy bed, and outside seating to soak up the evening sun. Only a short walk away from the local pub which serves decent food. Would definitely come back again!

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 31 March 2025

    10
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    This a beautiful hut in a stunning location. Owners were quick to respond to enquiry’s, friendly and helpful. Will definitely be back.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 23 February 2025

    10
    A gem in the Countryside
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Can't fault it 😁

    A beautiful Shepherd's Hut for a night away. Very comfortable with amazing countryside on the doorstep.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 13 February 2025

    10
    Nice comfortable nights sleep
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night

    Had all that I needed for my stay.as I was there for work I cannot comment on the area although the location looked very nice.the stay was nice and peaceful.The accommodation was very clean.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 14 January 2025

    8.0
    I enjoyed staying in the hut, it was beautiful but I would prefer somewhere more private.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    That the electric supply remained on. There were a couple of outages. Peter came quickly to sort it out. I contacted the hosts the night that I arrived but couldn’t get through. As I was arriving, there was a delivery lorry backing down the tiny track in front of the hut, requiring me to back out. I didn’t know there’s a private drive in front of the hut. The next morning, people walked past the within a few feet of the windows and front door.

    The standard and attractiveness of the hut.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 6 January 2025

    9.0
    Relaxing, comfortable and exactly what I needed
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing I didn’t like, the bathroom was cold but warmed up if I left the door open and it was freezing outside so that’s a positive.

    Beautiful hut, I stayed in jan 25, it was -9 outside but the hut was really warm. Everything i needed. Even the shower was really hot. Really comfy bed.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 December 2024

    8.0
    for us it was great for a quiet short stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights

    location was excellent for touring that part of Dorset, accommodation was ideal for a short 1, 2 night stay. Very comfy bed.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 November 2024

    9.0
    The shepherds hut was a joy to stay in.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    The hut was very clean,well equipped and cosy . Although the weather was frosty the hut was warm .The bed and shower were very good.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 November 2024

    10
    Awesome!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Couldn't ask for more for the size!

    Lovely little hut in a peaceful location overlooking fields but a short work along a footpath to the village with shop and excellent pub. Very cosy to stay in with everything you would need somehow squeezed in.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 October 2024

    8.0
    A Bit Different
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night

    The accommodation had an electric heater that was on when I arrived and it was warm inside. This was on a timer which you couldn't change. It switched off some time in the night but never came back on so it was quite chilly in the morning until I left at 10am. The outside temp. was about 6c and inside it didn't feel much warmer! If that could be sorted it would make the stay a bit better in the colder months.

    I was in the area for a weekend event so didn't arrive until late in the evening. It was out in the sticks but easy enough to find. Good parking space. It was easy to contact the owners when I had trouble fumbling with the keybox (the poor light and my eyesight)! It was warm and welcoming inside. Very cosy size-wise and environment wise. The photos do it justice. Comfy bed, small but functional bathroom. It was certainly adequate for me as a single traveller and a change from a hotel chain 'all the same bedrooms'. Not sure it would be suitable for more than one or two nights stay though. No fridge or wardrobe for example. Would be much nicer in the summer months.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 October 2024

    9.0
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

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  • Reviewed: 23 September 2024

    10
    Perfect location for wedding I attended. It was clean and tidy and very easy to find. Loved the added touch of the fairy
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing, it was the perfect stay

    Perfect location, clean and tidy! Had everything I needed

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 September 2024

    10
    Perfect exactly what I needed
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing not to like. The accommodation was perfect and so was the host.

    the location was lovely. While working away it can be hard at times but places like this make it a dream. Perfect place for you to relax and take in the view. the bed was so comfy I didn't want to get up

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 September 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No recipe

    Clean

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 August 2024

    9.0
    Enjoyable stay my wife loved the shepherds hut
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Clean and tidy modern and compact

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 August 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    A beautiful hut, very cosy and comfortable with everything you need for a quiet getaway. Would definitely recommend.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 July 2024

    9.0
    I have always wanted to stay in a shepherds hut and couldnt have found a better experience than this
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night

    It was quiet and peaceful

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 July 2024

    8.0
    Lovely little place for a short stay in a quiet, peaceful and romantic setting.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights

    No complaints.

    Peace and quiet of the countryside and the cosy bed and lighting at night. Hosts were very helpful.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 July 2024

    10
    Lovely quiet stay , beautiful set up will return
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing bad

    Loved the caracter of venue ,can’t fault it one bit definitely will return

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 July 2024

    9.0
    Something different.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night

    Liked it all.

    Was the most comfortable bed we’ve ever slept in! So very quiet and cosy. On the outskirts of a small village. Location was perfect for what we needed. Private parking available and very clean room and bathroom.

    Stayed in June 2024

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