The Hut
Your stay, your time
Custom-built shepherds hut in secluded garden
One dog is welcome in the hut.
Shepherds hut with double-bed, cotton bed linen, wood burner, electric lighting/heater, and high-speed broadband.
The Hut and lower garden with camp kitchen are exclusively yours for the duration.
Shower room and kitchenette are in the artist studio.
“The Hide retreat was the perfect spot for a short break, with stunning views and idyllic surrounding countryside.
The Shepherd’s hut was in a cosy and peaceful setting at the bottom of the beautiful garden.” P Whatmore, visiting artist
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Work.
Peaceful and private, The Hut
is the perfect place for creative thinking.Includes high-speed broadband.
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Eat.
Kitchen in the studio up the garden, with fridge, microwave, kettle and toaster.
Mini bathroom with power shower.
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Sleep.
Settle into the warmth provided by the wood burner and enjoy the closeness to nature.
Double-bed with cotton bed linen.
The perfect setting for creative inspiration
Your host, an artist herself, knows how important it is for the space and atmosphere to be just right for a positive, productive stay.
“We stayed in the shepherds hut with our dog for a couple of nights while working in the local area. What a fabulous place for both us and the dog ! With access to the studio with its large shower and even a breakfast , this is luxury camping indeed. A walk across the common to the local pub is a must!”
– Tom Graham, staycationer, 5 Star Google Review
Make the most of your stay with our extras
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Workshops
Instructed sessions based in the studio: drawing, collage, mono printing, sketchbooks, or tailored to your interests.
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Walks
Tap into Alice’s knowledge and passion for the surrounding landscape on a ‘quiet' guided walk within the five valleys of Stroud. 1-2 hrs.
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Tours
Join Alice on a guided tour, visiting galleries, creative workspaces & seasonal events in the five valleys of Stroud. 2-3 hrs.
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Talks
Be part of the audience at ‘SMALL TALKS’, a monthly discussion held in the studio by visiting artists, curators and thinkers.
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Critiques
Book in for one to one critique sessions with Alice to gain support for your professional artistic development.
Local to your stay
The Old Lodge Pub and Restaurant
Set in the heart of Minchinhampton Common, well away from main roads and with unrivalled views of the Cotswolds, The Old Lodge is the perfect place to take it easy. The floor to ceiling windows in the restaurant offer stunning views of the beautiful common land and the cattle that graze nearby.
With locally sourced food and drink, the menu is packed with a la carte-style dishes and regularly changing menu strong with vegan dishes using local ingredients.
The Canteen
Quirky and interesting, with a relaxed atmosphere... The Canteen in Nailsworth is a friendly cafe with a stunning courtyard, quirky decor, and a relaxed atmosphere. All our food is cooked from scratch, using the most local ingredients possible. We’re child and dog friendly, and offer a great range of dietary options from our seasonal menu.
Nailsworth
The artistic, market town of Nailsworth is nestled in a wooded valley and accessed by a short steep walk through woods or a 5 minute drive.
Nailsworth is renowned for its selection of award-winning restaurants, pubs and cafes.
Eating out in Nailsworth means you are spoilt for choice. Hobbs House Bakery is famous for being owned by the Fabulous Baker Brothers – Tom and Henry Herbert – and was featured on their TV show.
William’s Food Hall has helped turn Nailsworth into a foodie haven. It draws celebrities and foodies through its doors to dine on fresh seafood and local produce.