Woodland Retreats - Deer Close
Cumberland
View on Google MapsBroughton-in-Furness lies ten minutes' drive away, a working market town where you can pick up supplies or eat out. Green Road railway station is half an hour on foot if you want to leave the car behind. South Lakes Wild Animal Park sits six miles off. The immediate surroundings are what draw people here though: open water views across the estuary, red squirrels and pheasants moving through the trees daily, and the kind of darkness at night that lets you see properly.
Woodland Retreats - Deer Close is a handcrafted shepherd's hut sleeping two, built largely from reclaimed and recycled materials. Inside, a double bed (4ft 6in), a wood burner for heating, and a compact kitchen with gas hob occupy the ground floor. The shower uses rainwater collected on site; the toilet is composting. Electricity comes from solar power. Bed linen, towels and initial firewood are included. One car can park 350 metres away, and there is a wood-fired hot tub for two. An uneven woodland track leads to the property itself. One well-behaved pet is welcome.
This is a place to slow down rather than be entertained. Cast iron cookware sits ready if you want to cook over the burner in the old way. The hut sits far enough into the trees that it seems to vanish into them. There is no TV, no light pollution, and no noise except the woodland itself.
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Arrive after 15:00 Depart before 10:00
🚭 No smoking, please
What guests say
A beautiful stay at Thorney Mire Cabin. We were surrounded by lots of wildlife and had daily visits from the red squirrels, birds and Pheasants. The cabin was cosy, clean and well equipped with lovely touches left by Caroline. We enjoyed the campfire, local walks and sunshine. Thank you for having us, we'll be back again for sure 🌞🐿
4 months ago · via Google
Had an excellent weekend away here with a friend. The location is fantastic, with some lovely villages and footpaths nearby, plus some great pubs which went down well on a warm, sunny day. The cabin has everything you need for a calming weekend, and the red squirells were a great sight to wake up to. Would love to return.
4 months ago · via Google
Thorneymire is a true gem and I’m already looking to re-book. I stayed in the Shepherd Hut for a few nights - it was super clean, had excellent facilities and can see lots of little details had been thought about. I saw red squirrels, pheasants and various birds every day and couldn’t have been closer to the wildlife. Thank you for such a great stay.
5 months ago · via Google
What a beautiful place to stay for a few days. We were in need of some R & R, and the Thorney Mire Retreat couldn’t have been more perfect! We stayed in the Cabin, and we loved it. The fire by the bed was so cosy, the lovely big porch you could sit out on (even if it was cold - there were blankets and a log burner out there). A stargazing window above the bed was one of my favourite features and we were lucky enough to have a very clear sky on our 2nd night. I adored watching the red squirrels and little birds and pheasants peck around the cabin all day. Surrounding countryside was stunning and the hosts were very friendly and helpful. Would 100% come back.
5 months ago · via Google
Visitors say this retreat offers cozy, well-equipped cabins and huts with thoughtful details, including stargazing windows and log burners. They also highlight the abundant wildlife, especially the red squirrels, pheasants, and various birds that visit daily. Guests mention the peaceful atmosphere, stunning natural surroundings, and friendly, helpful staff.
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