The Shepherds Hide
Mill Farm House, Thorrington, Colchester CO7 8JJ, UK
View on Google MapsA unique and romantic shepherd's hut for two, in a truly special and secluded location on the Essex coast.
About The Shepherds Hide
Tucked away near Thorrington on the Essex coast, The Shepherds Hide offers a truly secluded romantic escape in a beautifully restored shepherd's hut for two. The setting is wonderfully peaceful – ideal for couples seeking total seclusion and a genuine digital detox, as there's no WiFi to distract from stargazing or simply unwinding together.
With basics including showers, toilets and drinking water, plus year-round opening, it's a straightforward but special retreat. The adults-only, no-pets policy keeps things tranquil. While the remote location means you're pleasantly off-grid, it also means fewer amenities on-site – but for couples craving proper escape and something genuinely different, this hidden gem delivers.
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- The Shepherd's Hide
Facilities
Takeaway & food delivery
Handy if you fancy a night off cooking — here's what delivers near this site.
Just Eat — 14 takeaways deliver to this postcode (CO7 8JJ)
Santorini Greek Food
5.0 · Greek, Burgers
Tops Pizza - Colchester
5.0 · Pizza, Chicken
Ali's BBQ House
5.0 · Kebab, Burgers
Naka Thai
5.0 · Thai, Oriental
Khusbu Indian Takeaway
5.0 · Indian, Curry
Checked 26 Aug 2026 — always confirm on justeat.co.uk before ordering, as coverage can change.
Deliveroo — 149 restaurants nearby
Nando's
Wagamama
KFC
Burger King
Pizza Hut Delivery
Checked 26 Aug 2026 — always confirm on deliveroo.co.uk before ordering, as coverage can change.
Nearest supermarkets
Handy if you're self-catering or need to stock up on arrival.
- Sainsbury's, Brightlingsea under a mile
- Co-op, Wivenhoe 3.1 miles
- Tesco, Colchester 5.2 miles
- Lidl, Colchester 5.2 miles
- Morrisons 5.5 miles
- Aldi, Colchester 5.9 miles
- Asda, Clacton-on-Sea 6.3 miles
Straight-line distances — the drive will be longer. Store data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Opening hours
- Monday
- 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Thursday
- 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Friday
- 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Saturday
- 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Sunday
- 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
What visitors say
A beautiful and peaceful location for a romantic time! The bus is just outside of the property. The owner are lovely and welcoming. The teal hut was quite hot, you only get a fridge and very small freezer. I would definitely go again
11 months ago · via Google
Me and my partner had a perfect weekend here. It was an amazing. We loved the instructions on how to find the hut and we arrived in the dark so made it more exciting. The hut was lit up with Xmas lights and a little Christmas tree which we loved. We had toiletries , a hamper with eggs bread apple juice and in the fridge was some butter and milk. There was also coffee and tea. We loved the fire which added to the experience. The view was amazing from the hut we had ducks and chickens walking around outside. We did not want to leave ... we came here to relax and forget about the busy lives that we lead and that's exactly what we did We would love to stay here again and will stay on the summer next year
8 years ago · via Google
Idyllic setting and perfectly suited accommodation. All you could ask for on a mini break.
4 years ago · via Google
Gorgeous place, was surrounded by all kinds of birds, so peaceful
7 years ago · via Google
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