Our large huts are equipped with everything you need to make your stay comfortable, and also make use of the outside space. We’ve tried to provide everything so you just need to bring yourselves, but please do ask if anything is missing or there is anything else you need.
On arrival, cross the courtyard to Kingshill Barn, where our team will be waiting to welcome you. You will be given a map and directions to your accommodation.
If you are arriving past 7pm, our team may not be on site to greet you. Instead, we will issue you a Self Check-in email with details on how to find your accommodation. Your key will be left in your hut along with fresh milk for tea and coffee. Use the 'What 3 words' below to find your hut:
Main Car Park-///firmer.nanny.warrior
The Damson-///backward.defectors.rational
The Saltbox-///irritate.redouble.energetic
The Ferryman's-///inched.tomato.samplers
Please use the map and our self help guides for further information. Our team will be available onsite from 8am-7pm should you have any questions or want to come and say hello.
All taps on-site provide potable drinking water, including those in your hut. We encourage you to bring a reusable water bottle.
In your hut you'll find breakfast tea and freshly ground coffee, along with a traditional kettle to boil on the stove. Please ask for fresh milk (dairy or oat) at check-in.
Inside you will find a gas stove; easy to use and ideal for basic cooking. All crockery, cutlery and glassware is provided. You will find utensils stored underneath the sink. You also have a mini fridge, please bring another cool box if you have lots to store.
Of course, if you'd prefer to fully switch of you can leave the cooking to us! Explore our Food and Drink options here.
A sink, environmentally friendly washing-up liquid, and sponges are all provided. We kindly ask that you take care of your washing up during your stay.
Outside there is a fire pit for evenings spent star-gazing and toasting marshmallows. Complimentary marshmallows can be found in your hut, and firewood, matches and firelighters can be found beneath the stove. If you need a firewood top up, you can purchase more from Reception for £15.
The ensuite hot shower and loo are inside the hut, and make the most of the view from the outdoor bath. Towels and robes are provided. We also provide gorgeous natural products by VERDEN, in full size bottles for you to use and enjoy throughout your stay.
All of our huts and cabins are designed with year round use in mind. The hut has a 75mm insulated cavity throughout, and Earthwool insulation. This is a breathable carbon-neutral material made from 80% recycled bottles. With heating, Romney Marsh Wool blankets and hot water bottles, we’re sure you will be warm and cosy, even on the chilliest of nights.
Please remove muddy boots before entering. Boot brushes are on the steps, and they will stay dry under shelter outside of the hut. There are hooks to dry out wet clothes. If you get soaked in a rain shower please do ask our team to dry out clothes for you.
There is plenty of storage space under the bed for bags and boots.
A unique aspect of Elmley is that we are off grid, so generate our own electricity. The huts have electricity, but please be mindful of excessive use.
4G can be picked up across the reserve, but we do recommend you switch off and soak up the nature around you.
If you need wi-fi it can be accessed from the Linhay.
The Large Shepherd's Huts can sleep two young children up to ages of 8, using a fold-out bed or the favourite - the hammock swinging over the Kingsize bed. The additional bed is by the partition, opposite the sink, and folds open. Please note additional bedding for children will be left under the Kingsize bed for you to set up when you're ready.
Travel cots for babies can be provided upon request.
Please note as they are Shepherd's Huts, floor space is limited and beds and cots will need to be folded away in the day.