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Reviews of Southfield Shepards Huts

Southfield farm Hamsterley mill Rowlands gill, Durham, NE39 1NQ, United Kingdom

#5 of 20 hotels in Durham

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Review Score

Based on 34 hotel reviews

8.8

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.1

  • Comfort

    9.0

  • Location

    9.6

  • Facilities

    9.1

  • Staff

    9.5

  • Value for money

    8.5

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  • Reviewed: August 29, 2025

    10
    private, scenic and peaceful, perfect for couples for the weekend or a night away.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    there was nothing i didn’t like, i got more than I asked for, not a second of it went against what I wanted. It was a lovely night stay

    i love how private it is and how aesthetic the hut is, it all pairs together really nicely and just created a pleasurable atmosphere to be in

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 11, 2025

    8.0
    Little getaway
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The hut was amazing, although I do think it could do with being refreshed with a lick of paint. Otherwise, this is a great little getaway.

    Lovely remote location. Vert peaceful. The facilities were great hot tub, sauna and bath tub. Great use of space within the hut.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: July 12, 2025

    9.0
    Night at the hut
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There was no handrail and steps were slippery when wet

    Enjoyed the whole but short stay very well set up

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 7, 2025

    8.0
    Cosy
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Paid on booking.com for the hut with the sauna and outdoor bath, but it wasn't available so was put in a different hut with a hot tub but still paid the price. No sofa, just a little seat to watch tv at night. It was a lovely stay but was false advertised.

    Was very cosy and immaculate inside

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: March 27, 2025

    10
    Just the best ever!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Just back from a much needed, girlie overnight stay in Charlie’s Hut with my mam and our wee dog Toby. Honestly cannot fault it at all, everything is 5* throughout, warm and cosy inside with every appliance you could ever need. Shower is warm, bed, pillows etc all plush hotel quality. The hot tub is a dream and added bonus having the sauna which we had to ourselves for most of our stay. Beckie was such a lovely host from start to finish. Already planning our next trip back, I hadn’t even been there 15 minutes and I was already recommending to friends and family. If you’re thinking of booking, I promise there is no better Shepard Hut experience in the North East!

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: August 19, 2024

    10
    An excellent little getaway would definitely recommend.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    nothing

    It was away from everything so very quiet and cosy.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: August 18, 2024

    10
    An attractive place in an idyllic setting
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Loved everything from start till the end.The hut was so cozy, had everything needed and the owner was really helpful and friendly The hot tub and sauna and all the suroundings made our stay absolutely amazing

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: August 16, 2024

    10
    Just fab!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The hut is just beautiful. Set in a lovely peaceful area with a fab hot tub. Comfy bed, nice hot shower- feel very relaxed after our stay, and I can't wait to stay again.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: June 10, 2024

    10
    It was fantastic and we can’t wait to go again
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It was absolutely stunning inside, nice and cosey and the surroundings is beautiful. It is well worth the money and me and my partner will definitely be going back again

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: October 21, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Cant really complain about a thing. Just poor weather at the time we booked

    The hut we stayed in was perfect and so cozy. Had everything you needed to just sit back and relax and enjoy your surroundings. Definitely go back next year in the warmer months to enjoy an outside log fire 🔥

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 19, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Everything

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 2, 2023

    8.0
    Had a nice night
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    N/a

    Cool little getaway

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: September 21, 2023

    9.0
    Great
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Set in a wooded area this seemingly little hut doesn’t give away its astounding interior. The interior has a WoW factor with cottage style decor, quality appliances and superb design. It even has a large modern shower. Hidden away was a pull down comfy double mattress. It must have great insulation because when it rained it I couldn’t hear it and felt warm and cozy.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: September 4, 2023

    10
    Lovely place, fabulous , compact, accomodation.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Deluxe Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    In a quiet, wooded location with nearby walks, the luxurious hut was immaculate and well set out. Ideal for a self catering break for 2.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: August 2, 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Wish the garden was enclosed for the dog, and maybe more plates. Glass needs replacing in door too.

    Lovely garden and hot tub. Friendly staff. Great hot tub, never saw our neighbours. Recommended :)

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: August 28, 2024

    5.0
    Lovely location and hut
    • With a pet
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    About an hour after we arrived another couple arrived and realised that we had been double booked, owner was hard to contact, we were told we could either use the other hut (which other people arrived at that hut later, so maybe we would have ended up with the same situation) However because we had already been in the hut with our dog and in the hot tub the owner offered the other couple that was there the same deal and they left. Although we then were left to relax in the hut i obviously felt on edge as understandably the other couple were not very happy.

    The hut was lovely and the surroundings

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: August 27, 2024

    7.0
    Good stay overall but a little overpriced
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We found that the mattress and pillows were pretty lacklustre unfortunately and didn't fit with the luxury feel of the rest of the hut. Overall it felt a little overpriced compared to other shepherds' huts we've stayed in previously that were cheaper but provided more toiletries and complimentary food items (e.g. homemade cakes, bread, jam) for a more personal feel that we didn't really get a sense of with this one. There was only a microwave oven which worked okay but in hindsight we should have double checked the photos rather than relying on the Booking.com amenities listed. The robes for the hot tub felt very rough.

    The location was great for visiting Beamish Museum, this was the main reason we chose this accommodation. The hot tub was a nice feature too, we sadly ran out of time to try out the sauna. Good water pressure in the shower was a plus.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: July 28, 2024

    7.0
    Great night away comfertable & secluded
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    The property was excellent well presented and clean

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: July 17, 2025

    6.0
    Mediocre could be better with a bit of tlc
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Smashed window in door and door was hard to open and lock miscellaneous size plates and not enough of them also broken door on one of the cupboards and wasn’t overly keen of sharing the sauna with the other guests was under the impression each hut had its own sauna as it didn’t say when booking it was communal also bbq was covered in rust and grill was left lying in the dirt with nothing to clean it with

    Set in an excellent location

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: June 2, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: January 13, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: October 13, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: September 26, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: August 21, 2024

    10
    Fantastic night away for myself and my partner!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in August 2024

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