Little Poro shepherds hut - view from the hot tub, South Molton, Devon

Little Poro shepherds hut - outdoor kitchen, South Molton, Devon

Little Poro shepherds hut - cosy outdoor kitchen with pizza oven, South Molton, Devon

Little Poro shepherds hut - view from outdoor kitchen, South Molton, Devon

Little Poro shepherds hut - bed, South Molton, Devon

Little Poro shepherds hut - outside kitchen during the night, South Molton, Devon

Little Poro shepherds hut - pizza oven, South Molton, Devon

Little Poro shepherds hut, South Molton, Devon

Little Poro shepherds hut - hot tub, South Molton, Devon

Little Poro shepherds hut - comfy firepit area, South Molton, Devon

Little Poro shepherds hut - the cat, South Molton, Devon

Little Poro shepherds hut exterior, South Molton, Devon

Little Poro shepherds hut - interior, South Molton, Devon

Little Poro shepherds hut - some inquisitive neighbours, South Molton, Devon

Little Poro shepherds hut - view from the back of the hut, South Molton, Devon

Little Poro shepherds hut - woodburner, South Molton, Devon

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Little Poro

Devon, United Kingdom

Our low price promise from £146 £146 p/n

Shepherd's hut
Sleeps 2
One king-size double bed

Not suitable for children

Not suitable for pets

Explore Exmoor's stunning countryside, or simply relax and take it all in - no matter the season!

Overview
Essentials
Location
Food & Drink
Experiences
Your Hosts

Overview

Owner Val has been dreaming of creating the perfect country escape for years. Now, as you stroll through the little orchard, down the woodland walkway overhung with trees scattered with night lights, she’s made even approaching Little Poro a magical experience. Nearer the hut is the Pump House which, as well as filtering water from the natural borehole, is storage for wet gear, the outdoor chairs and the BBQ. Screened by the trees at the end of the orchard are Little Poro itself and the Swedish hot tub, so you can sit in seclusion on the loungers looking over the fields and hills, or soak quietly in the tub as the unspoilt skies slowly fill with stars. Inside Little Poro, the Scandinavian theme begun by the tub is continued in a calmly sophisticated style, with a modern kitchen and en suite bathroom all in neutral tones highlighted with dashes of strong red. Then there’s an antler lamp picked up on owner Val’s trips to Lapland, sheepskin rugs from Iceland, wooden tealight holders sourced from sustainable Arctic forests and even the name Poro, that means Reindeer in Finnish.

Little Poro’s blend of Scandinavia and Devon makes it perfect at any time of year. Whether you’re dashing back from the hot tub to get under the blankets on a chilly winter night or exploring Exmoor, it really is like a dream come true.

The important stuff

Check in: from 3.30 pm
Check out: 10.30 am
Please bring a torch, walking shoes and your own beach towels
Two bags of firewood are provided for the hot tub, with additional firewood then available for £5 per bag
Plug sockets and a charging docking station are available in the hut
No WiFi but there's usually access to 4G
Please try and keep to the country lanes and marked pathways - the adjoining fields are privately owned by a local farmer and various livestock will be grazing there
Flying drones are not permitted at the property or surrounding area

Sleeping arrangements

One king-size double bed

Cooking

A fully equipped kitchen in the hut with combi microwave/oven, double hob, full size fridge and sink
Outside kitchen with gas pizza oven and gas BBQ, all lit by fairy lights!
Complimentary herbs and spices
Scandi design inspired firepit shelter for marshmallows and skewers
Don't forget to bring your own pizza supplies

Washing

Ensuite with shower and flushing toilet
Hot tub outdoors

Heating, lighting & bedding

Underfloor heating
Wood burner
Heated towel rail
Electric lights
Outside firepit
All bedding and towels provided- but please bring beach towels if you intend on heading to the seaside

West Quince, Bishops Nympton, South Molton, EX36 4PW

By car

At junction 27 of the M5, take the A361 for Barnstaple. Continue along the dual carriageway until you reach the edge of Tiverton, at the roundabout, proceed straight ahead on the A361 in the direction of Barnstaple on a single carriage road crossing over the river.

About 10 minutes later, at the end of a long uphill straight with wind turbines ahead on the left hand side, turn left at Moortown Cross junction, sign posted Rose Ash, Ash Mill and Bishops Nympton.

Continue straight ahead on a country lane without turning off and past some wind turbines all on your left-hand side until after 2 miles reaching a staggered cross road. Go straight over sign posted Rose Ash.

Follow the lane for half a mile into small village of Rose Ash and in the centre of the village the road bends round to the right at a sort of cross roads. At this junction take the narrow un-signposted lane straight ahead, situated between a white walled thatched cottage and a stone walled barn, it's almost directly in front of you.

Follow the lane for almost 2 miles until the next junction, a crossroads at Quince Cross, and turn right signposted Bishops Nympton. Head down the hill admiring the amazing views. About a quarter of a mile, and immediately after a left-hand bend, you will see buildings, take the first entrance off on your right-hand side, it is a gravelled drive to West Quince. Proceed up the driveway and please park in the turning head without obstructing the car port entrance. If you reach the bungalow you’ve gone too far! Turn around and go back up the hill.

From the turning head, walk in the direction of a nearby stone walled outbuilding which backs onto the road, and in front of this outbuilding, follow some stepping stones onto a bark chipped path with West Quince house to your left, follow the bark chipped path up into the orchard to the shepherd hut.

By train

The nearest train station is Tiverton Parkway which is 22 miles away, just off Junction 27 on the M5 which is the main line, alternatively you can take the train to Umberleigh which is only 12 miles away, which you can reach via changing at Exeter St Davids.

By bus

The nearest bus stop is in the village of Bishops Nympton, 1.3 miles from the hut.

At Little Poro

A small breakfast pack will be supplied on arrival which will include milk, eggs, bacon, bread and butter.

Tea, coffee, sugar, hot chocolate, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, pepper, ketchup and mustard are all provided. You're also welcome to pick fresh herbs from the garden.

Don't forget to bring your own pizza supplies!

Local shops

Bishops Nympton (1 mile) - a local village shop selling all basic supplies: wine, beer, frozen ready meals, papers etc.

South Molton (5 miles) - Sainsbury’s, local butchers, bakers, fishmonger and numerous quirky shops.

Places to eat

London Inn, Molland (8 miles) - a traditional 16th-century pub set in the beautiful countryside on the edge of Exmoor National Park. Steeped in history, it is a pub full of character and charm with cosy dog friendly bars and a spacious restaurant. It has a beer garden offering lovely views of rolling fields and wandering pheasants – somewhere you can sit and watch village life go by. A fabulous local pub, very friendly, log fires and candles in the winter, serving local beers and real ales as well as an excellent selection of wines. If you're feeling energetic there is a beautiful circular walk starting and ending at the pub.

The Mason’s Arms, Knowstone (5 miles) - a picturesque, thatched 13th-century Inn and award winning One star Michelin Restaurant. Serving exceptional local cuisine using only the finest ingredients, presented with taste and style. Part of this pub’s appeal is that it is still the village local, and as you enter its cosy, low beamed bar you’ll often find regulars with their dogs and guns sat next to the huge fireplace, sinking pints and shooting the breeze with walkers fresh from the hills.

Woods Bar and Restaurant, Dulverton (8-9 miles) - situated on the edge of Exmoor, Woods Bar and Restaurant is a charming pub with fine food, wine and real ales. All dishes are created using quality West Country produce and are British cooking with a French influence.

Tongdam, Dulverton (8-9 miles) - a Thai restaurant offering fabulous food, a la carte style, they have a great outside terrace under grape vines with patio heaters.

Bridge Inn, Dulverton (8-9 miles) - a great pub, right by the bridge, pretty place for a drink, lovely open fires in the winter. They pride themselves on cask ales, craft beers and gins. They have a great menu that includes their famous pies served with mash, peas and traditional gravy. The food is classically British with their own unique twist.

At Little Poro

During the Autumn months you can learn to press apples and make apple juice in the orchard.

Star gazing evenings with a telescope can also be arranged. There are amazing dark skies here; glimpse the milky way, catch a shooting star or gaze at awe through a telescope at the moon, the rings of Saturn and other celestial sights (subject to weather and time of year). Or simply sit back in the hot tub and enjoy the views.

Places to visit

Knightshayes - a Victorian National Trust house and gardens

Arlington Court - an elegant Regency house with garden, carriage museum and woodland walks

Dunster castle

Take a tour of the Quince Honey Farm in South Molton

Visit Sheppy's Cider Farm and Museum - a brilliant place for lunch and a very interesting tour with cider sampling at the end

Hartland Abbey

South Molton - Thursday and Saturday mornings come for the indoor local market, or browse in the old antique shops. Val's favourite, Browns, is just outside South Molton; head out of the village past Quince Honey Farm, heading towards to the A361 and it's on your right hand side

Clovelly - a small village with cobbled streets and pretty harbour

Dulverton

RHS Rosemoor Gardens

Dartington Crystal factory

Outdoors & Active

Devon has some stunning beaches and rugged moors - perfect for walks and hikes

Baggy Point is a great circular walk just on the edge of Croyde Bay

The best kept secret is Crow point, walk along boardway paths, through the Biosphere, taking you out to the sea, views across the bay to Bideford and beyond

Fly-fishing

Kayaking at Wimbleball Resevoir

Water sports at the local beaches

Horse riding on Exmoor

Bike hire on the Tarka Trail - totally flat, beautiful places to see and nice and easy; hire the bikes at Torrington and pedal to Bideford, passing Instow

Val grew up in the Highlands of Scotland, and as a kid was always climbing trees and making dens (or what the Scottish call Hutties). She always dreamt of designing and building her perfect Huttie so after buying their house seven years ago, Mark and Val set about making this dream a reality. Val now travels the world delivering large events for global clients so coming back to Devon is always a treat; she loves sitting in the orchard, enjoying the peace and quiet, and says it's too special not to share!

Wildlife & the environment

Originally a farmhouse, the estate is nestled in the rolling countryside of North Devon, just off a quiet country lane. In the spring a mass of wisteria and clematis cover the house and the orchard is full of daffodils, bluebells and apple blossom. The house and orchard back straight onto open fields, with the most spectacular views that stretch for miles out to Exmoor and across the valley to the local village. If you are lucky in the early hours of the morning, the mist coming off the brook at the bottom of the valley, creates the most wonderful scene with just the church tower in the distance peeping above the mist. Sitting just outside Exmoor National Park, there is an abundance of wildlife; swifts in the spring, cuckoos, woodpeckers, buzzards, kites, owls, foxes, rabbits, and if you are lucky the occasional deer comes into the orchard. There are sheep and cows grazing in the adjoining fields and in the night you may hear the odd fox cry. Drive into the national park and you will see the wild Exmoor ponies, herds of deer and numerous birds of prey.

Overview

Owner Val has been dreaming of creating the perfect country escape for years. Now, as you stroll through the little orchard, down the woodland walkway overhung with trees scattered with night lights, she’s made even approaching Little Poro a magical experience. Nearer the hut is the Pump House which, as well as filtering water from the natural borehole, is storage for wet gear, the outdoor chairs and the BBQ. Screened by the trees at the end of the orchard are Little Poro itself and the Swedish hot tub, so you can sit in seclusion on the loungers looking over the fields and hills, or soak quietly in the tub as the unspoilt skies slowly fill with stars. Inside Little Poro, the Scandinavian theme begun by the tub is continued in a calmly sophisticated style, with a modern kitchen and en suite bathroom all in neutral tones highlighted with dashes of strong red. Then there’s an antler lamp picked up on owner Val’s trips to Lapland, sheepskin rugs from Iceland, wooden tealight holders sourced from sustainable Arctic forests and even the name Poro, that means Reindeer in Finnish.
Little Poro’s blend of Scandinavia and Devon makes it perfect at any time of year. Whether you’re dashing back from the hot tub to get under the blankets on a chilly winter night or exploring Exmoor, it really is like a dream come true.

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Essentials
The important stuff
- Check in: from 3.30 pm
- Check out: 10.30 am
- Please bring a torch, walking shoes and your own beach towels
- Two bags of firewood are provided for the hot tub, with additional firewood then available for £5 per bag
- Plug sockets and a charging docking station are available in the hut
- No WiFi but there's usually access to 4G
- Please try and keep to the country lanes and marked pathways - the adjoining fields are privately owned by a local farmer and various livestock will be grazing there
- Flying drones are not permitted at the property or surrounding area
Sleeping arrangements
One king-size double bed
Cooking
- A fully equipped kitchen in the hut with combi microwave/oven, double hob, full size fridge and sink
- Outside kitchen with gas pizza oven and gas BBQ, all lit by fairy lights!
- Complimentary herbs and spices
- Scandi design inspired firepit shelter for marshmallows and skewers
- Don't forget to bring your own pizza supplies
Washing
- Ensuite with shower and flushing toilet
- Hot tub outdoors
Heating, lighting & bedding
- Underfloor heating
- Wood burner
- Heated towel rail
- Electric lights
- Outside firepit
- All bedding and towels provided- but please bring beach towels if you intend on heading to the seaside
Location

Getting there

West Quince, Bishops Nympton, South Molton, EX36 4PW

By car
At junction 27 of the M5, take the A361 for Barnstaple. Continue along the dual carriageway until you reach the edge of Tiverton, at the roundabout, proceed straight ahead on the A361 in the direction of Barnstaple on a single carriage road crossing over the river.
About 10 minutes later, at the end of a long uphill straight with wind turbines ahead on the left hand side, turn left at Moortown Cross junction, sign posted Rose Ash, Ash Mill and Bishops Nympton.
Continue straight ahead on a country lane without turning off and past some wind turbines all on your left-hand side until after 2 miles reaching a staggered cross road. Go straight over sign posted Rose Ash.
Follow the lane for half a mile into small village of Rose Ash and in the centre of the village the road bends round to the right at a sort of cross roads. At this junction take the narrow un-signposted lane straight ahead, situated between a white walled thatched cottage and a stone walled barn, it's almost directly in front of you.
Follow the lane for almost 2 miles until the next junction, a crossroads at Quince Cross, and turn right signposted Bishops Nympton. Head down the hill admiring the amazing views. About a quarter of a mile, and immediately after a left-hand bend, you will see buildings, take the first entrance off on your right-hand side, it is a gravelled drive to West Quince. Proceed up the driveway and please park in the turning head without obstructing the car port entrance. If you reach the bungalow you’ve gone too far! Turn around and go back up the hill.
From the turning head, walk in the direction of a nearby stone walled outbuilding which backs onto the road, and in front of this outbuilding, follow some stepping stones onto a bark chipped path with West Quince house to your left, follow the bark chipped path up into the orchard to the shepherd hut.
By train
The nearest train station is Tiverton Parkway which is 22 miles away, just off Junction 27 on the M5 which is the main line, alternatively you can take the train to Umberleigh which is only 12 miles away, which you can reach via changing at Exeter St Davids.
By bus
The nearest bus stop is in the village of Bishops Nympton, 1.3 miles from the hut.
Food & Drink

At Little Poro
A small breakfast pack will be supplied on arrival which will include milk, eggs, bacon, bread and butter.
Tea, coffee, sugar, hot chocolate, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, pepper, ketchup and mustard are all provided. You're also welcome to pick fresh herbs from the garden.
Don't forget to bring your own pizza supplies!
Local shops
Bishops Nympton (1 mile) - a local village shop selling all basic supplies: wine, beer, frozen ready meals, papers etc.
South Molton (5 miles) - Sainsbury’s, local butchers, bakers, fishmonger and numerous quirky shops.
Places to eat
London Inn, Molland (8 miles) - a traditional 16th-century pub set in the beautiful countryside on the edge of Exmoor National Park. Steeped in history, it is a pub full of character and charm with cosy dog friendly bars and a spacious restaurant. It has a beer garden offering lovely views of rolling fields and wandering pheasants – somewhere you can sit and watch village life go by. A fabulous local pub, very friendly, log fires and candles in the winter, serving local beers and real ales as well as an excellent selection of wines. If you're feeling energetic there is a beautiful circular walk starting and ending at the pub.
The Mason’s Arms, Knowstone (5 miles) - a picturesque, thatched 13th-century Inn and award winning One star Michelin Restaurant. Serving exceptional local cuisine using only the finest ingredients, presented with taste and style. Part of this pub’s appeal is that it is still the village local, and as you enter its cosy, low beamed bar you’ll often find regulars with their dogs and guns sat next to the huge fireplace, sinking pints and shooting the breeze with walkers fresh from the hills.
Woods Bar and Restaurant, Dulverton (8-9 miles) - situated on the edge of Exmoor, Woods Bar and Restaurant is a charming pub with fine food, wine and real ales. All dishes are created using quality West Country produce and are British cooking with a French influence.
Tongdam, Dulverton (8-9 miles) - a Thai restaurant offering fabulous food, a la carte style, they have a great outside terrace under grape vines with patio heaters.
Bridge Inn, Dulverton (8-9 miles) - a great pub, right by the bridge, pretty place for a drink, lovely open fires in the winter. They pride themselves on cask ales, craft beers and gins. They have a great menu that includes their famous pies served with mash, peas and traditional gravy. The food is classically British with their own unique twist.
Experiences

At Little Poro
During the Autumn months you can learn to press apples and make apple juice in the orchard.
Star gazing evenings with a telescope can also be arranged. There are amazing dark skies here; glimpse the milky way, catch a shooting star or gaze at awe through a telescope at the moon, the rings of Saturn and other celestial sights (subject to weather and time of year). Or simply sit back in the hot tub and enjoy the views.
Places to visit
Knightshayes - a Victorian National Trust house and gardens
Arlington Court - an elegant Regency house with garden, carriage museum and woodland walks
Dunster castle
Take a tour of the Quince Honey Farm in South Molton
Visit Sheppy's Cider Farm and Museum - a brilliant place for lunch and a very interesting tour with cider sampling at the end
Hartland Abbey
South Molton - Thursday and Saturday mornings come for the indoor local market, or browse in the old antique shops. Val's favourite, Browns, is just outside South Molton; head out of the village past Quince Honey Farm, heading towards to the A361 and it's on your right hand side
Clovelly - a small village with cobbled streets and pretty harbour
Dulverton
RHS Rosemoor Gardens
Dartington Crystal factory
Outdoors & Active
Devon has some stunning beaches and rugged moors - perfect for walks and hikes
Baggy Point is a great circular walk just on the edge of Croyde Bay
The best kept secret is Crow point, walk along boardway paths, through the Biosphere, taking you out to the sea, views across the bay to Bideford and beyond
Fly-fishing
Kayaking at Wimbleball Resevoir
Water sports at the local beaches
Horse riding on Exmoor
Bike hire on the Tarka Trail - totally flat, beautiful places to see and nice and easy; hire the bikes at Torrington and pedal to Bideford, passing Instow
Your Hosts

Val grew up in the Highlands of Scotland, and as a kid was always climbing trees and making dens (or what the Scottish call Hutties). She always dreamt of designing and building her perfect Huttie so after buying their house seven years ago, Mark and Val set about making this dream a reality. Val now travels the world delivering large events for global clients so coming back to Devon is always a treat; she loves sitting in the orchard, enjoying the peace and quiet, and says it's too special not to share!
Wildlife & the environment
Originally a farmhouse, the estate is nestled in the rolling countryside of North Devon, just off a quiet country lane. In the spring a mass of wisteria and clematis cover the house and the orchard is full of daffodils, bluebells and apple blossom. The house and orchard back straight onto open fields, with the most spectacular views that stretch for miles out to Exmoor and across the valley to the local village. If you are lucky in the early hours of the morning, the mist coming off the brook at the bottom of the valley, creates the most wonderful scene with just the church tower in the distance peeping above the mist. Sitting just outside Exmoor National Park, there is an abundance of wildlife; swifts in the spring, cuckoos, woodpeckers, buzzards, kites, owls, foxes, rabbits, and if you are lucky the occasional deer comes into the orchard. There are sheep and cows grazing in the adjoining fields and in the night you may hear the odd fox cry. Drive into the national park and you will see the wild Exmoor ponies, herds of deer and numerous birds of prey.
Reviews

Our guests say...

We absolutely loved our stay at Little Poro. We wanted somewhere peaceful and away from the usual daily grind, with a little romance thrown in - Little Poro certainly delivered. The setting is beautiful and romantic - the lighting along the pathway, by the hot tub and inside the hut and outdoor kitchen along with the wood burner all adds to the romance of Little Poro. The little touches like the flowers, blankets and cushions give a real cosy feel and the welcome pack including cakes, eggs, bacon and pizza ingredients were a real bonus. We had everything we needed with regard to the essentials and the bed and shower were fantastic. The hot tub was great - it took a while to warm up the first time, but the second time we used it, it was wonderful. The hosts were fantastic and showed us everything we needed to know for our stay and the information about the surrounding area and places to go was very helpful. Little Poro delivered everything we hoped for and we would most definitely recommend a stay there if you want a little romance and want to get away from it all
25/02/2024

Clare

We loved it. Val was amazing. Every little detail was spot on and the romance and tranquility of it all was everything we could ever have wanted
26/10/2023

Becky

My partner and I visited Little Poro for his birthday and had the most magical time. We wanted a romantic getaway away from everything else for a little while and this place was perfect. Walking into the garden was like being transported to another world! It is so peaceful and beautiful, surrounded by the beautiful scenery of Exmoor
13/08/2023

Paige

We had the most relaxing and peaceful stay at Little Poro for our mini-moon. Everything was just perfect, lots of little homely touches to make us feel at home. The views are spectacular, lying in bed looking out over the fields is the dream! An amazing place to relax and unwind.
06/08/2023

Sarah

Wonderful! Every little detail had been thought of. Val was an amazing host and left lots of little special touches which made an already beautiful and perfect place one bit better. Although a rainy weekend in July we had the most lovely time making full use of the hot tub, and outdoor cooking areas. Would LOVE to stay again. Thanks so much for having us.
27/07/2023

Camilla

Valerie and Mark are fabulous hosts, providing so much and being very helpful when we arrived, but the area where the shepherds hut was was so private we felt we were away from the world. It had such lovely little areas with the hot tub and the fire pit and the outdoor kitchen area with a pizza oven and bbq we just didn't want to leave.
23/07/2023

Donna

Absolutely fantastic. Beautiful facilities and setting. Lovely touches by the owner Val. Everything to make a pizza on our first night and lots of supplies too.
18/05/2023

Marji

We had an absolutely incredible stay - the cabin, outdoor kitchen and hot tub were all fantastic and the setting was beautiful. Our host Val provided everything we could need and more, including a breakfast pack, pizza making supplies, lots of wood for the stoves and tonnes of information about activities nearby. We were celebrating our engagement and she also wrote us a card! Visiting in late Feb I was worried about the hut being chilly but the underfloor heating and wood fired stove was a super luxurious touch. Would love to come back - maybe every year!
26/02/2023

Caitlin

What a lovely place! Secluded, special and full of lovely little surprises.
03/11/2022

Eddie

We had a wonderful stay at Little Poro back in October, even with howling winds and rain the entire 3 days! The facilities were immaculate, the cabin was cosy, warm and well furnished and the hosts were delightful. The cabin was also situated on it's own enclosure away from the hosts house, so we felt like we had complete privacy and the place to ourselves! The outdoor hot tub was a lovely added extra, and had some great views over the fields! I would 100% stay at Little Poro again :)
01/11/2022

Alex

An absolutely perfect retreat! The whole set up is amazing, the hut is cosy and beautifully appointed, the wood fired hot tub is excellent, the outdoor kitchen with pizza oven and BBQ make cooking fun and varied and the fire pit shelter is so cosy! Host Val was amazing answering my queries and making sure we have everything we needed, all in all it was a perfect weekend and my girlfriend had an amazing 30th birthday! I would absolutely stay again and want to try Val's other retreats!
22/09/2022

Laura

We had an amazing time what a beautiful place so peaceful the shepherds hut what so beautiful done with amazing scenery but what made it for was the out side kitchen again amazing well set out looking over the apple orchid and the hot tub is great again looking out at lovely views and you also get a snug where you sit under shelter with a fire going you get so much ground for your buck could not think of a better way to spend or anniversary thank you val
18/09/2022

Ben

We chose Little Poro as we love camping but wanted something a little more romantic and special. We were not dissapointed. Little Poro was absolute paradise. All the little touches were so thoughtful and really made it a special occasion for our minimoon. Everything had been thought of to make our stay super comfortable and fun. We are already thinking about when we can go back there again.
28/08/2022

Clare

Such a lovely break! Val was very welcoming and Little Poro was clean and tidy on arrival with ingredients for a pizza and breakfast for us to use which was a great touch. Would love to come back again
23/08/2022

Lauren

Absolutely lovely- even with the rain there was lots to keep us occupied & we were made to feel very welcome. little Poro is an absolutely gorgeous property that feels like a secret hideaway.
21/08/2022

Emma

Magical in every sense
11/08/2022

Daryl

We had a beautiful 3 day stay in a reindeer hut (and its extras) which has been lovingly created by our hosts Val and Mark. We were left some provisions to start us off for breakfast and dinner and were left alone to slip away into a simpler way of life, cooking outside, heating the hot tub with wood and enjoy the quiet with some games. I picked it as I thought it would be a perfect place to propose...and she said yes!
31/07/2022

Nathan

This a wonderful hide away. Everything has been lovely put together. Everything you could need or want and more. The host was so welcoming and genuinely lovely.
28/07/2022

Samantha

Stop thinking about it and just book!! Little Poro is a true gem. From start to finish Val couldn't have been more accommodating and helpful with local places to visit. It's a shame there was no availability for the full 5 days we were in Devon. Everything about Little Poro is magical from the walk through the gardens to the space and tranquility of the surroundings. From the time of booking to arrival Val had built an outdoor kitchen area which absolutely made the stay just perfect. Everything is nicely spaced out and so quiet and dark, the stars at night from the hot tub or the fire pit were just amazing. Little Poro has been perfectly thought out and has absolutely everything you need, even Tilly and Henry we around to say hello most days. We could not fault a single thing and will return to this little piece of heaven, thank you Val
19/05/2022

Zoe

We had a very relaxing stay at Little Poro. The shepherd’s hut was well laid out and equipped, with an appealing decor. The host Val kindly left us with a welcome pack including bread, milk, eggs and bacon. With the underfloor heating and wood stove, it was warm at what was a chilly start to April. The view from the windows was very pleasant, the open landscape or the gardens. It feels very private and you are not overlooked even in the hot tub. It was cold and windy but we were cosy in the hut. The sound of the wind was quite atmospheric. The host Val was very welcoming and helpful and had left numerous suggestions for dining out and for trips out. The only reason we didn’t follow these was that we preferred to take short trips in the car and not plan our meals. We went to Instow which seems the quickest seaside place to reach. Small but a nice seafront walk and we had good though slightly expensive fish and a sea view at the Boathouse. South Molton was near, again very small but good little shops and the Pannier market worth visiting. We had lunch at Rachel’s Bakery and Tearoom on East Street and their Dollop of Devon sharing platter was fun and very filling. Good coffee too.
03/04/2022

Michael

We loved our stay at Little Poro. Cute little cabin, beautifully designed and kitted out with all the essentials. Hot tub was an absolute winner, and so rustic being heated by a log fire which Mel kindly prepared for us.
14/02/2022

Oliver

We spent three lovely nights at Little Poro.
18/11/2021

Simon

great stay! magic location, glamping at its best
10/10/2021

sebastien

We had an amazing stay. Valerie was so thoughtful leaving a little welcome pack including Devon cream tea. The shepherds hut was stunning and so cosy yet had everything you needed in it. It was such a peaceful location, the perfect way to spend a few days.
29/08/2021

Kirsty

Perfect all round!
24/08/2021

Amy

Little Poro is a little oasis of tranquility. It's like a secret garden. If you want middle of no where, to be alone and private then this is your place. With spectacular views across the fields for as the eye can see its a little piece of beautiful. The shepards hut itself is clean and well maintained. A comfortable bed and nice shower. On arrival we had a lovely fresh loaf and scones with Devon cream waiting for us which was a nice touch. We had several days out exploring local areas but could have easily stayed and chilled in the hot tub and play the game "Molkkey" I think it's called that's left in the shed. It's like bowls but with wooden pegs, really good fun. The local walking on the roads is hilly but nice. The local town of Tiverton is worth a visit and a good place to stock up on supplies.
12/08/2021

Darren

We had such a beautiful time at Little Poro - it was a dream location, wonderful views and secluded, gorgeously decorated and comfortable shepherd's hut with a hot tub and fire pit for the evenings.
08/08/2021

Catherine

We loved Little Poro it was so peaceful and cosy with great views across the fields! The hut had all essentials including little extras provided by the owners Val and Mark, which was lovely! Val recommended great places to eat such as The London Inn @ Molland and local walks just a short drive away. The rainy weather limited our use of the facilities such as the hot tub and fire pit. Val had fired the hot tub up for us for when we arrived so we made full use of it while to weather was dry.
01/07/2021

Louise

We had a wonderfully relaxing couple of nights at Little Poro. It's a very comfortable and tastefully decorated little hut and the views are beautiful.
13/06/2021

Joseph

Our stay at Little Poro was a present for a special birthday from our daughter and son, so they know us well. All pre stay information was extremely detailed. Directions spot on which really help after a long drive. Val the owner gave us a wonderful welcome and suggested a multitude of things to do. The little path led you up to the orchard, passing the cider press (an extra room) on the way. What a glorious space with the shepherd’s hut perched at the top, hot tub with stunning views in another corner, a wooden shelter with fire pit else where, a BBQ area and seating behind the hut with stunning views. The shepherds hut was all in top condition with wonderful Scandinavian accessories which made us smile. A very comfortable king size bed and wonderful full sized shower with lashings of hot water. The induction hob was brilliant again with simple clear instructions for use. We used the guide books provided to plan a walk one day and headed to he beach another day. You are just spoilt for choice for things to do but we still made time to enjoy the wonderful private space to relax. I had read the reviews thinking they were too good to be true but I can not fault Little Poro.
10/06/2021

Jennie

What a perfect weekend! Stunning scenery, peaceful, relaxing and exactly what we needed! We were supposed to be getting married but due to Covid, had to postpone. This was a perfect way to relax and have some downtime, ready to start the new wedding countdown.
03/06/2021

Luke

Our stay at Little Poro was absolutely magical from start to finish. From the moment we arrived, we had a warm welcome by the owners. The path leading into Little Poro added to the feeling that you were walking into a private nature retreat. It was the ultimate experience in complete relaxation and digital detox - being surrounded by birdsong and breath taking views while enjoying luxury. We spent our time soaking in wood fired Swedish hot tub looking at the stunning Devon scenery, snoozing in the sun in the hammock, enjoying steak on the BBQ and s’mores by the fire pit in the evenings. Morning coffee was spent sat in front of the shepherds hut mesmerised watching the swift’s dance.
31/05/2021

Kate

If you are looking for peace and quiet, lovely views and a charming, cosy place to hang out, this is it. The accommodation is small but has everything you need, and along with the hot tub, fire pit area and the outbuilding with TV and games, it offers a lot to keep you busy. We loved the fact that Little Poro was set within it's own private and secluded gardens giving us total privacy. The hot tub is wood-fired but easy to use and the wood burner inside the hut kept it lovely and warm when the weather outside was wet and cold. The hut is tastefully decorated and well equipped, the shower room was clean and functioned well. We would certainly stay here again.
20/05/2021

Ben

We had three blissful nights at Little Poro. The hut has been set up with everything you may need including wood for the burner, a lovely little kitchen and comfy bed. The accompanying hot tub is a huge draw as is the small hut with fire for cooking and relaxing. We wanted to stay for longer!
13/05/2021

Camilla

We couldnt have wished for a better two days and Little Poro definitely exceeded our expectations. Outstanding location, perfect for peace, quiet and relaxation. Both the hot tub and the shephards hut were just perfect and exactly what we were hoping for and more.
18/04/2021

BEN

Our mini holiday at Little Poro was absolutely amazing! The whole place is like a little paradise made even more beautiful by the warm weather we were blessed with. The hut had everything we needed, it was really cosy and comfortable. Val and Mark were really nice and helpful, closeby if we needed anything. I can’t wait to return to Little Poro, it is the best place to relax!
15/04/2021

Maria

Our stay at Little Poro was simply amazing. The shepherds hut is so cosy, comfortable and relaxing inside. The hot tub was amazing. One evening we both sat in the hot tub star gazing. Another night we toasted marshmallows over the fire pit. The cats that live there are so friendly and gorgeous. We can’t wait to book another stay at Little Poro.
24/10/2020

Jenny

We had the most wonderful stay at Val's place! The hut itself is beautiful with gorgeous decor and everything you could need for a quiet, romantic stay. We loved being out in the middle of nowhere, but it was great that there were amenities and small towns nearby. We also loved the hot tub and sitting in the warm watching the fields. Val had thought of everything and we loved all the considerate little touches and the cosy atmosphere in the hut - thanks so much Val!
21/10/2020

Tamsin

We had an amazing time at little poro. It was so relaxing and the whole setting is stunning.
02/10/2020

Jodi

Little poro is absolutely stunning val and Mark have done a beautifull job there and are excellent hosts. We loved every moment there and on a clear night the stars and planets are there to see. I don't think there's a better place to be for gazing just don't forget a telescope! Everything about little poro is wonderful you won't be disappointed I just wish it was mine! Thank you very much for letting us stay there we will never forget it. With love sid and Sarah x
07/09/2020

Sid

Fantastic place!! Would go back in a heartbeat. The views were amazing, the area is tucked away for full privacy, waking up to look at the sheep in the morning was an added bonus. The hosts were fantastic and prompt. We were left scones upon arrival and the basics. Decor is very beautiful and overall a comfy atmosphere. Also can’t forget how perfect the Swedish hottub was. Great little pubs around, and a nice market on Saturday mornings. Highly recommend little poro.
30/07/2020

Lyndsay

Beautiful hut with everything you could need. Hot tub was amazing-the view is incredible. Truly private and a great place to stay.
15/03/2020

Clare

The host met us when we arrived, it was dusk but as we walked up the path, it lit up with every step and you could see snow drops, it was really magical! The space was well used, it is in an orchard, an outdoor fire pit with shelter, sweedish hot tub and beautiful hut with log burner. They provided all fire lighting resources. The bedroom was so cosy and we slept with the blinds open so we could see the view in the morning. A must stay!
14/02/2020

Hannah

It was amazing and perfect in every way
14/09/2019

Ben

Absolutely amazing. Beautiful location, lovely little hut, and Val the owner was so friendly and accommodating. We had everything we needed and more.
18/08/2019

Oli

Little Poro is a large slice of heaven. Its location is perfect, set amidst a secluded orchard and overlooking fields with Exmoor in the distance, all you hear is the occasional bleating of sheep. The welcome is wonderful - Val and Mark are excellent hosts and the cream tea and breakfast items left in the fridge are an unexpected and lovely touch. As for the five star Swedish hot tub, I don't think it can be bettered. It was our first time there and it certainly won't be the last!
14/08/2019

Mandy

Looked great, had everything we wanted
04/08/2019

Graham

We hd a wonderful few days at Little Poro. Val had thought of everything and we didnt need anything else at all.
26/07/2019

Sharon

What a magical place! We arrived post festival, a little rough around the edges, to be guided through to a stunning little private orchard with a hot tub already heated and looking over exmoor. Val, was superb, such a friendly, warm welcome. She even made the cabin vegan friendly for us. There's a gorgeous homely feel to this place with stunning little touches which made the whole stay feel luxurious and wholesome. It filled and touched our souls. Would thoroughly recommend.
01/07/2019

Rebecca

Brilliant stay little Poro is a little paradise so relaxing everything we needed! location is stunning loved the hot tub would definitely recommend and will most definitely return:-)
14/06/2019

Peter

A brilliant, serene and romantic getaway. Would recommend Little Poro to all!
03/06/2019

Tanya

We absolutely loved our stay! Val has great attention to detail and it is beautifully done! It is a very peaceful location so it was the perfect place for a weekend away from London! Val is a brilliant host and the homemade scones were delicious!
26/04/2019

sophie

We had a fantastic Easter getaway to this little gem. It was just what we were looking for to help us switch off from the rush of everyday life.
19/04/2019

Doug

Absolutely wonderful! Loved every minute in such a magical place.
24/03/2019

Nat

We loved it! Cosy and comfortable with absolutely stunning views and a very welcome cream tea on arrival. We also enjoyed the company of Henry the cat!
22/03/2019

Debbie

This was the second time we've stayed at little poro, it was just as perfect as the time before. We had the most relaxing weekend ever and have decided to make little poro our yearly 'get away from it all' trip. The best weekend ever.
15/03/2019

Jack

We had a great time and the host (Val) was very welcoming. The hut was so charming and warm and we loved the hot tub. We would definitely go again in the future
08/03/2019

Jennifer

Myself and my boyfriend just had a two night stay at Little Poro and we couldn’t recommend this place enough! The interior and decour in the hut is amazing, you can tell Val has thought of every detail. Val was approachable and welcoming on arrival and it was nice to be given a lovely welcome package of esssntials such as milk and bread. We have no complaints whatsoever about the property, would recommend to anyone and plan to return in the future! Thank you Val!
06/03/2019

Holly

We arrived at Little Poro to be greeted by the lovely Val right away. Val had been keeping the hot tub warm for us as we had been delayed on our journey. It was my boyfriends birthday which I had informed Val of ahead of time and she went to the effort of putting up some balloons and left a birthday note & mini bottle of Prosecco which was a really lovely touch. The hut and hot tub are exactly as described.... we couldn’t fault anything with the stay. We had a flat tyre on the morning of departing and Val & her husband couldn’t have been more helpful....it meant us checking out late and needing help jacking up our car! Great location, right on the edge of Exmoor with some gorgeous little pubs and restaurants within 25 mins of the hut. Our favourite has to be ‘Woods’ in Dulverton....the food was incredible & the interior is like something out of a Nordic or Austrian ski hut. We would highly recommend this accommodation to anyone!
12/02/2019

Christian

This place is perfect! Extremely secluded and Val had really thought of every detail to make the experience perfect. The hot tub was amazing and the views are out of this worlds. Val give us lots of information about what there is in the local area to do, which we explored and were just as described. We were greeted to fresh bread, bacon, butter and milk so everything to get us started. The hut is self was extremely clean and the shower was fantastic. If you are looking for a short romantic break to escape the hustle and bustle I would definitely recommend! I know I will be returning in the future!
04/01/2019

connie

Absolutely wonderful couple of days. Location was secluded, cosy with outstanding views. Val was lovely and made us feel really welcome. Perfect break!
19/12/2018

Claire

Such a lovely stay! It's a beautiful place that feels like an escape from the mundane world. We saw shooting stars from our hot tub and felt cozy and warm during heavy rain and wind. Perfect! Val and Mark are really lovely friendly hosts. One of them bakes wonderful bread! This is our 2nd visit and we'll definitely go again.
13/12/2018

Bridget

What an amazing little find this was! We had a wonderful weekend getaway and couldn't have been more welcomed by the hosts. Val heated the hot tub up for us on arrival and homemade mince pies and bread awaited us in the hut. Val even catered for our vegetarian requirements. The hut was very secluded in the garden of the property and was easy to find with the directions provided. It was perfect for our winter break, with underfloor heating and the log burner providing enough heat to keep us warm. The bed was king size and big enough to fit a 6ft4 man! Overall, we couldn't recommend this hut more. If you love long views of Exmoor, friendly sheep and a cosy setting then this place is for you!
16/11/2018

Michael

Absolutely fantastic. We really got away from it all and recharged our batteries! Val and Mark were so helpful!! An absolutely beautiful space, everything we needed was there. The hot tub was spectacular!!
26/10/2018

Adele

Our stay at Little Poro met all expectations I had. We were welcomed with a gorgeous breakfast pack, chocolates on the bed and beautiful flowers. The little hut, situated with magnificent views across the hills, was cozy, warm and magical. During our stay at Little Poro, we enjoyed the wood fired hot tub, the company of heifers and cozy cuddles under the stars. This little wooden hut gem is a wonderful place to celebrate and spend any occasion, even if that is escaping the realities of real life. HIGHLY RECOMMEND.
08/10/2018

Ellie

We had a wonderful short break at Little Poro. Val is a warm, friendly and welcoming host and she even provided a thoughtful welcome pack of food tailored to our dietary requirements including a little pot of her delicious home made blackberry jam. Little Poro is a beautiful and cleverly designed Shepherd's Hut set in an idyllic spot in a cute orchard which is both private & secluded and has stunning views over the fields & Exmoor. Val has thought of everything for a romantic relaxing holiday from the positioning of the hut and the hot tub to make the most of the views, to the exquisite furnishings, the thoughtful card games with instructions, the scandinavian details etc etc :-) We had a superb few days relaxing and didn't want to leave - in fact we ended up staying an extra night and still had to drag ourselves away! The photos & description on the website are great but as they can't capture the atmosphere and feel of this gorgeous place, it really is better than expected! Absolutely 5* thank you Val & Mark for a truly magical holiday!
16/09/2018

Helen

OMG!! What a gem Little Poro is truly amazing. Val and mark have created the perfect little hidaway. We stayed for 3 days as the start of our honeymoon and we're blown away. We had seen the pictures on canopy and stars but the reality was just so much better. The hut itself is so perfectly decorated and every little detail has been thought of and is in keeping with the scandi vibe. The views of Exmoor out the window are the perfect picture to wake up to and relaxing in the hot tub after a day of exploring was just what we needed. Val and Mark are such amazing hosts from an evening star gazing with mark viewing Saturn and Jupiter, to Val laying on a bottle of fizz and bride and groom rubber ducks in the hot tub as a honeymoon gift. Little Poro was just the perfect way to start our married life and we definitely be returning for a longer stay.
28/08/2018

Neal

It was so utterly relaxed and peaceful. 3 days of uninterrupted peace and quiet in the most idealistic location. Completely secluded and intimate setting with nothing but fields, greenery and farmland on the horizon.
22/08/2018

REBEKKA

We loved staying at Little Poro because it was a secluded paradise made for romantic getaways and honeymoons. The hut was so clean and perfect, everything that needed to be small was small and very cute! There was lots of space and provided the perfect experience for two people who hate the norms of camping.
19/08/2018

Charlotte

Steve and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay at "Little Poro". The orchard setting it beautiful, stunning little shepherds hut and fabulous woodfired hot tub. There was lovely little touches, like freshly baked scones and homemade jam. We felt relaxed and at peace during our whole stay and will be recommending to family and friends.
03/08/2018

Laura

We stayed in Little Poro for three nights and it was absolutely brilliant! Our car broke down half way to Devon so we were really late for check-in time but Val was so friendly and accommodating even though we arrived very late... The hot tub was warm and we had homemade scones left for us. Little Poro was so comfortable and every detail had been really well thought out... We enjoyed our stay so much we're hoping to head back in the winter!
19/07/2018

Grace

Perfect getaway to relax
09/07/2018

Philippa

We had a fabulous 3 nights at little Poro,beautifully done the shepherds hut had everything needed and much more and a fabulous bathroom.Set in a small orchard with your own wooden log heated hot tub with fantastic views.Val was So friendly and we enjoyed lovely scones jam and clotted cream when we arrived. Breakfast and home made bread were a real treat.We sat out in the evenings by the fire pit with a glass or two. Little Poro was so much more than we expected and we reluctantly left feeling really happy and relaxed
18/06/2018

Kathy

We had a great stay at Little Poro. Val was an excellent host, the hut is really lovely and, while we didn’t have great weather, we made full use of the hot tub. Was a beautiful spot. Not too remote but far enough away from traffic noise etc to feel like a real getaway. Would highly recommend and will likely return.
15/06/2018

Paul

We loved Little Poro, it's so secluded and private with so much outside space. Everything in the hut was very stylish and clean and cosy, and there were lots of little extra touches like scones waiting when we got there. Everything we needed really was there, Val had thought of every little detail - so many places miss out things that could be useful but the only thing we had to ask for was a big pan to use on the campfire! We loved the hot tub and sitting outside looking at the view. It was so nice and quiet there!
03/06/2018

Helena

The accomodation was absolutely amazing, we couldn't have asked for anything more. The host made a great effort in making sure we had everything we needed making our stay incredibly enjoyable.
25/05/2018

Anita

We had a wonderful stay at Little Poro - peaceful, relaxing, perfect. The hot tub was amazing, the views stunning and all the little touches made it such a lovely stay - fresh flowers, scones, etc.
09/05/2018

Samantha

Our stay couldn't have been better. Val has thought of everything, she was really helpful and gave us lots of advice for local things to do. As for the accommodation, the view was incredible, the hot tub was amazing and the hut itself had everything we needed and then some. The hut is really secluded and not overlooked (unless you count two chatty, batty cats (Henry and Tilly)).
04/05/2018

Mhairi

We had a wonderful stay at Little Poro. We couldn't have asked for a nicer, better thought through place to stay. Valerie was brilliant and the hot tub was wonderful every day.
28/04/2018

Jennifer

Loved our stay from the minute we arrived! Val met us when we arrived and showed us around Little Poro. The shepherds hut was stunning, surrounded by the beautiful garden and countryside views. Inside the hut we were pleasantly surprised to find home baked bread & scones plus all the ingredients for cooked breakfasts & a cream tea already supplied, lovely touch! Then outside the wood fired hot tub with views of the countryside was perfect, many hours spent relaxing with some drinks were had in there! We didn't use the cider house, but if you wanted a separate place to watch a film or play a game then you have that too. Val was a lovely host too, grear meeting her & the cats! Many thanks again from Nick & Em
14/04/2018

Nick

Owner Val has literally thought of everything. We arrived to find gifts of freshly baked bread, scones with jam and cream, fudge and a bottle of bubbly! The hot tub was also ready for us. The little hut is well equipped with everything you need, it is quiet and has beautiful views over farmland. There are few words that can convey how amazing this place is!
06/04/2018

Rebecca

A lovely 3 night break for my boyfriend's birthday. Val showed us around and assured we know to contact her if we need anything. Hot tub was pre-heated for us, which was lovely. The location is idyllic and so peaceful! Val had made us bread, which was still warm. Wonderful seaside 40 minute drive away. We had a lovely day out every day and cosy nights in. Lots of board games and DVDs to chose from if you're staying in, plus the hot tub too! All neccessities provided already. Would definitely recommend!
12/02/2018

Kristiana

We had the most amazing stay in Little Poro. Val our lovely host was incredible, behind the scenes giving us space but there if we required anything. The hot tub was heated on arrival and the small touches of home made bread and Christmas cake was lovely. A fabulous place to get engaged and celebrate. Can't wait to go again!
06/01/2018

Susan

Had the most gorgeous couple of nights away, couldn't have asked for anything better. The homemade bread and Christmas cake was delicious! The hot tub heated up ready for us to use topped it off.
03/01/2018

Charlotte

We loved our stay at Little Poro. It's a place that has such warmth thanks to Val and Mark who are lovely hosts. We arrived to a beautiful sky of stars and Val has kindly got the hot tub ready. We were able to quickly settle in and get straight in the hot tub! We loved everything about Little Poro. It's in a beautiful spot and it's wonderfully cosy. We saw flocks of starlings and lovely sunsets right from the hut. We enjoyed the very tasty bread and mince pies - homemade
15/12/2017

Bridget

It was beautiful, peaceful, cosy and relaxing. Everything you need when you want a weekend away from the city.
03/11/2017

Kate

Such a beautiful little shepards hut in a perfect location with everything you could need for a perfect getaway in the countryside. Lots of thoughtful touches made 'little poro' extra special. From the birthday card and bubbly waiting for us, to the breakfast pack and cream tea with homemade scones. The hot tub was pre-lit ready for our arrival which we definitely got our use out of over the weekend. Highly recommended.
19/10/2017

Kendal

We spent a great couple of nights in Little Poro. Our hosts Val and Mark have created a beautiful little escape and there are so many thoughtful little touches to make sure that we had a relaxing, comfortable stay. Of course the hot tub is a real treat, with amazing views of the countryside and the night sky. Disappointed to leave and can't wait to visit again. Thank you.
12/10/2017

Gen

The directions to Little Poro were helpful and we found it without difficulty. On arrival Val' s reception was friendly and welcoming. It quickly became apparent that she had made personalised preparations for us with considerable care and thoughtfulness, which we much appreciated. The shepherd's hut accommodation was beautifully arranged and equipped with everything we could possibly need for our stay. The hot tub outside was an excellent feature and a facility we made full and enjoyable use of. We were close to our hosts' home but there was a real sense of privacy. Although the need did not arise there was a reassuring sense that any request or query would have met with a positive response. The setting is peaceful and scenic and an ideal environment in which to relax and from which to explore the surrounding area.
06/10/2017

Martin

Our stay was lovely. We came for our honeymoon and were delighted with the presentation of Little Poro and the little touches that our hosts left for us. The wood fired hot tub was amazing and so relaxing with gorgeous views across the rolling countryside. The shepherds hut was immaculately presented and clean with everything we needed. The bed was so comfy and and it was so nice waking up looking out to the fields and seeing the sun rising up over the hills and seeing the dairy cows grazing. A completely relaxing and peaceful environment we were not bothered by anyone we were just left to enjoy it. I strongly recommend anyone to just drop off the map here and chill out.
18/09/2017

Dave

There’s nothing quite like soaking in a steaming hot tub in your own little orchard with views over the rolling Devonshire hills. Val’s hut is a handmade Scandinavian hideaway and she has thought of everything you could possibly need. Whether you're there to enjoy walks and a camp fire on a warm summer's evening, or a wild Winter getaway with board games in the cosy Cider House snug, you’ll return feeling refreshed and inspired to up-sticks to the countryside.
15/08/2017

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We absolutely loved our stay at Little Poro. We wanted somewhere peaceful and away from the usual daily grind, with a little romance thrown in - Little Poro certainly delivered. The setting is beautiful and romantic - the lighting along the pathway, by the hot tub and inside the hut and outdoor kitchen along with the wood burner all adds to the romance of Little Poro. The little touches like the flowers, blankets and cushions give a real cosy feel and the welcome pack including cakes, eggs, bacon and pizza ingredients were a real bonus. We had everything we needed with regard to the essentials and the bed and shower were fantastic. The hot tub was great - it took a while to warm up the first time, but the second time we used it, it was wonderful. The hosts were fantastic and showed us everything we needed to know for our stay and the information about the surrounding area and places to go was very helpful. Little Poro delivered everything we hoped for and we would most definitely recommend a stay there if you want a little romance and want to get away from it all

25/02/2024

Clare

We loved it. Val was amazing. Every little detail was spot on and the romance and tranquility of it all was everything we could ever have wanted

26/10/2023

Becky

My partner and I visited Little Poro for his birthday and had the most magical time. We wanted a romantic getaway away from everything else for a little while and this place was perfect. Walking into the garden was like being transported to another world! It is so peaceful and beautiful, surrounded by the beautiful scenery of Exmoor

13/08/2023

Paige

We had the most relaxing and peaceful stay at Little Poro for our mini-moon. Everything was just perfect, lots of little homely touches to make us feel at home. The views are spectacular, lying in bed looking out over the fields is the dream! An amazing place to relax and unwind.

06/08/2023

Sarah

Wonderful! Every little detail had been thought of. Val was an amazing host and left lots of little special touches which made an already beautiful and perfect place one bit better. Although a rainy weekend in July we had the most lovely time making full use of the hot tub, and outdoor cooking areas. Would LOVE to stay again. Thanks so much for having us.

27/07/2023

Camilla

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1. Booking and payments

1.1 In order to confirm your chosen Booking, you must pay a 25% non-refundable deposit as required (or full payment if booking within 10 weeks of the date of your check-in). The deposit is non-refundable as it covers costs incurred and services provided to enable your Booking. These include, but are not limited to, marketing and PR, property inspection fees, Owner management, booking management, credit card fees and customer service.

1.2 Your Booking is confirmed and a contract between you and the Owner will exist when we receive payment of the deposit and send you a booking confirmation on the Owner’s behalf. This Booking confirmation email will be sent within 24 hours and will contain the details of your Booking and of payments made and due. If you have not received your Booking confirmation email within the specified time, please notify us as soon as possible by email (bookings@canopyandstars.co.uk). Please check your confirmation carefully and report any incorrect or incomplete information to us immediately. As we act only as booking Agent, we have no responsibility for any errors in any documentation except where an error is made by us.

1.3 Once the 25% deposit has been paid, the full balance payment will be due 10 weeks in advance of your check in. A reminder to pay your balance will be sent to you one week prior to this 10 week date, where applicable, by email. We automatically take the balance payment using the same card as used to make the deposit payment. It is your responsibility to advise us if we should use a different card and to contact us by telephone (0117 204 7830) to arrange for alternative payment method. If the automated balance payment does not successfully go through as there is a problem with your card, such as it is expiring, then we will contact you to try and take alternative payment. If you do not make any payment due to Canopy & Stars by the due date for payment and at the latest within 5 days of this date, then with regret, we will notify the Owner who will cancel your Booking and terminate their contract with you. In these circumstances, your rights to a refund are set out in clause 2.3 and 2.4 below. Please note that if you have paid in a currency that is different to the original pricing, we will not be able to guarantee the same conversion rate that was used to convert the deposit payment.

1.4 Except where otherwise advised or stated in the booking conditions of the Owner concerned, all monies you pay to us for a Booking will be held on behalf of the Owner(s) concerned.

1.5 Credit Card payments are processed via Elavon who provide merchants services facilities to Sawday’s Canopy & Stars Ltd.

2. Cancellation by You

2.1 If you have to, or want to cancel or amend your Booking, this request must be sent to us by email (bookings@canopyandstars.co.uk) and will be considered and responded to within two working days of receipt. Please ensure that you have received written confirmation of any changes to your Booking prior to travel. Whilst we will always try to help, we cannot guarantee that such requests will be met.

2.2 Cancellation by you at any time will result in your 25% deposit being forfeited. The deposit is always non-refundable as it covers costs incurred and services provided to enable your Booking.

2.3 All bookings are non-amendable and non-refundable within 10 weeks of your check in date. If you need to cancel your booking within 10 weeks, the total cost of the accommodation including the deposit will be forfeited. Cancellation should always be in writing to bookings@canopyandstars.co.uk.

2.4 If you need to cancel your booking at a date 10 weeks or more in advance of your check in date, the 25% deposit will be forfeited. If the booking has been paid in full the balance will be returned to you, minus the 25% deposit. Refunds will be issued in the same form and ratio as the original payment was made. Therefore, if a Gift Voucher was used to book your stay, the refund will be back onto a new Gift Voucher at the same amount as originally used. Alternatively, if you paid in cash, your refund will be processed in the currency of the booking. Where this is different to the currency of the payment card, this will be converted at the current exchange rate on the day of the refund.

2.5 Cancellations made by you, at any time, may incur a £50 administration fee in addition to us retaining the non-refundable deposit. This represents the administration costs incurred by us on behalf of the Owner to deal with such requests.

2.6 If extreme weather prevents you from reaching your holiday, taking, or finishing your holiday, you are still subject to these cancellation terms as outlined in clause 2.3 above. We strongly recommend that you take out a travel insurance policy which covers this eventuality. In the event of the property becoming unavailable (such as due to fire or flooding), Canopy & Stars will endeavour to provide the Guest with suitable alternative accommodation, starting with any other accommodation that may be available with the same Owner of your Booking, or will refund all monies paid, or a proportion in the case of curtailment. The Agency cannot, however, pay any compensation or expenses as a consequence of such an event.

2.7 Cancellation insurance is available to purchase from many providers, but will be a third-party arrangement and not involve Canopy & Stars or the Owner in any way. You are strongly recommended to take out personal travel insurance for all members of your party for UK holidays and you must take out personal travel insurance for international holidays, including for illness and cancellation due to Covid-19. It is your responsibility to ensure that the insurance cover is adequate for your needs, including cancellation and curtailment.

2.8 If you fail to check-in on your date of arrival your Booking will be cancelled and no refund will be due.

3. Amendments to your booking, requested by you

3.1 Amendments to your Booking can only be made more than 10 weeks prior to the check in date, after which time amendments may be treated as cancellation and our refund policy as detailed in clause 2.3 above may apply. All amendments are subject to availability and may incur a £50 admin fee detailed in clause 2.5 above.

3.2 If we can fulfil your request to amend your booking, any differences in price as a result of the amendment, will be paid by you in the case of an increase and refunded to you in the case of a decrease in price, e.g. amending your booking from low season to high season.

3.3 In the event that a date swap is offered, this will normally be agreed with a set timeframe to rebook and sometimes a credit against a future stay will be offered. The credit can only apply to a stay at the same space as originally booked.

3.3.1 If a date swap is offered, then the Agency Booking Terms and Conditions applied at the time of your original booking will still apply. Therefore, if your date was swapped within 10 weeks of the original check in date, the 10 week cancellation policy set out in clause 2.3 applies to your new stay, even if the new check in date is beyond 10 weeks.

4. Refunds

If a refund is issued it will be in the same form and ratio as the original payment was made. Therefore, if a Gift Voucher was used to purchase the original stay, the refund will be back onto a new Gift Voucher at the same amount as originally used.

5. Insurance

You are strongly recommended to take out personal travel insurance for all members of your party for your holiday, including holidays in the UK. It is your responsibility to ensure that the insurance cover is adequate for your needs, including cancellation and curtailment for any reason. Please read your policy details carefully and take them with you on holiday.

6. Changes and Cancellations by the Owner

We will inform you as soon as reasonably possible if the Owner needs to make a significant change to your confirmed Booking or to cancel your Booking. We will also liaise between you and the Owner to try and organise an alternative Booking offered by the Owner, or a refund but we will have no further liability to you.

7. Cancellations due to events outside of Owner’s control

An Owner may have to cancel a booking due to events outside of their reasonable control (see clause 22). In such circumstances, we will liaise between you and the Owner to try and organise an any alternative Booking offered by the Owner, or a refund but we will have no further liability to you.

8. Complaints & Procedure

We always aim to provide the best possible holiday experience, however, if you have any complaint or problems during your stay, please immediately notify the Owner during the stay itself, so that the Owner has the opportunity to resolve the problem at the time. If you do not follow this procedure, there will be less opportunity for the Owner to investigate and resolve your complaint and to make your stay as enjoyable as possible. Delays may also mean that the amount of compensation you may be entitled to, may be reduced or negated.

Whether or not your complaint is dealt with satisfactorily, please also let us know of the problem as soon as possible by emailing info@canopyandstars.co.uk. We will aim to respond within 1 working day to acknowledge your email. We will then review your feedback and investigate the complaint. This may involve discussing your concerns with the owner, revising the website listing for inaccuracies, and reviewing previous guest feedback and internal inspection notes. This process can take time to complete, so please allow approx. 7 working days for a final response.

We also welcome you to fill in our feedback survey which will be sent to you via email the day after you check out. It is important for us to gather as much information as possible about the experiences our guests are having. This is what helps us support our Owner in fulfilling their potential and identifying if anything could be improved.

9. Our Responsibility for your Booking

Your contract is with the Owner and its booking conditions apply. As Agent, we accept no responsibility for the actual provision of the Booking. Our responsibilities are limited to making the Booking in accordance with your instructions and acting properly in accordance with our legal duties as an Agent. We accept no responsibility for any information about the Booking that we pass on to you in good faith. However, in the event that we are found liable to you on any basis whatsoever, our maximum liability to you is limited to twice the cost of your Booking (or the appropriate proportion of this if not everyone on the Booking is affected). We do not exclude or limit any liability for death or personal injury that arises as a result of our negligence or that of any of our employees whilst acting in the course of their employment.

10. Your Responsibilities

10.1 Please note that you have a contract with the Owner of the property. As such you are under a responsibility to behave in a proper, appropriate and legal manner whilst staying at the property with due respect to the Owner, the Property and other guests and their Property.

10.2 You are responsible for informing the Owner of any losses or damage to the property as soon as possible. Please note that you will be liable to pay the Owner for any losses or damage to the property caused by you or a member of your party (except reasonable wear and tear). Some Owners may also require a damage deposit. If so, this information will be provided on the website place page under ‘essentials’.

10.3 You must also leave the property by the check-out time specified on your Booking. If any guest behaves inappropriately or improperly (of which the Owner will be the final judge on their Property), or illegally, the Owner reserves the right to ask the guest and their party (at their discretion) to leave the Property before the end of the holiday period and/or refuse any future bookings from you. Please note that this would be without the right to any refund.

11. Pets

11.1 Not all properties accept pets. If you wish to take your pet on holiday, please advise us before booking and we can check whether pets are accepted at the property. You must obtain the prior consent of the Owner before taking any pets to the property. If you take a pet to a place that doesn’t allow pets, or you exceed the number of pets allowed at a place, the Owner has the right to refuse you to stay at the Property, and/or they may ask you to leave the Property before the end of the holiday period. Please note that this would be without the right to any refund.

11.2 A nightly charge may be made by the Owner for each pet and additional terms may apply, you will be notified of this at point of Booking. Please check these terms carefully before booking and arriving.

11.3 Please do not leave your pets alone or unsupervised in the property at any time during your stay. For the safety and comfort of your pet we request that Owners exercise due diligence at all times, especially where the property is located near a road/livestock. Canopy & Stars nor the Owner can accept responsibility for the safety of your pet.

11.4 If any guest has an allergy to pets, please be aware that Owners (and we) cannot guarantee that a pet has not stayed in a particular Property. We and Owners cannot accept responsibility for any suffering which may occur as a result of such animals having been present in a property.

11.5 We ask that all owners of pets keep their pet under control at all times and to be responsible for ensuring that they do not damage the Property, livestock or vegetation during the stay. You will be liable for any damage caused by your pet. Any damage is to be reported to the Owner immediately. Any additional cleaning required, that may incur an additional charge, will be at the Owner's discretion.

12. Special requests

If you have any special requests (for example dietary requirements, allergy, cots or room location), please let us know at the time of booking. We will pass on all such requests to the Owner, but unfortunately, we can't guarantee that they will be met and we will have no liability to you if they are not.

13. Maximum Numbers

Please note that except by prior arrangement confirmed in writing, only the number of persons specified on a booking confirmation may occupy a property. Most owners reserve the right to refuse admittance or revoke a Booking if this condition is not observed and you are unlikely to receive any refund.

13.1 The Owner reserves the right to sue the guest for any loss, damage or injury caused to the Owner, the Property or to other guests and/or their property. As Agent, we will have no liability to you in these circumstances.

13.2 The Owner only supplies the Property for domestic and private use. You agree not to use the Property for any commercial, business or re-sale purpose, and the Owner has no liability to you for any loss of profit, loss of business, business interruption, or loss of business opportunity. If you do wish to use the Property for a commercial purpose, you must contact Canopy & Stars prior to confirming your booking.

14. Group Bookings

Not all Owners accept Bookings for a single sex group (for example, a stag or hen party). Guests wanting to make such a Booking should check with us beforehand to enable us to check whether the Owner is prepared to accept the Booking. We will then advise you accordingly. In event that an Owner does not accept this type of Booking then it is with regret, that the Booking may be cancelled, and cancellation fees may apply. It is the Guest’s responsibility to enquire with Canopy & Stars and/or check on our website beforehand to make sure that this type of Booking is permitted.

15. Pricing

15.1 Canopy & Stars reserve the right to amend advertised prices at any time on behalf of the Owner. We also reserve the right to correct errors in both advertised and confirmed prices. Special note: changes and errors sometimes occur.

15.2 Rates are set per place in the currency specified by the Owner. Where this has been converted into the currency of your preference, until the payment stage this will be an estimation only, based on a recent exchange rate. The original rate will be displayed before you confirm your payment and you will be given the option of paying in your own currency at our guaranteed rate, or paying in your own currency and leaving the conversion and any associated fees to your card provider.

16. Information & Accuracy

The information and prices shown on this website are varied from time to time and may change between the time you first view a property and make a Booking. You should check that all the details are as you expect prior to making a Booking. It is always possible that, despite our best efforts, some of the properties (including the features and extras available) may be incorrectly described and/or priced. If we discover this is the case after you have made a Booking, we reserve the right to contact you with details of the correct information and/or pricing and will give you the option to:

(1) proceed with the Booking based on the correct information and/or pricing, which may require the payment of an additional amount by you

(2) subject to availability, change your booking dates to dates when the pricing can be honoured and so no additional charge to you. In the event that a lower price can be offered for alternative dates then the difference would be refunded

(3) cancel the Booking. If we do not receive your instructions within 5 days of contacting you, we reserve the right to cancel your Booking without liability to you.

17. VAT

Many of the Owners of properties in the Canopy & Stars portfolio are not registered for VAT in which case no tax is payable. Where VAT is payable, the tax is included in the advertised holiday rental price. If the rate of VAT changes between the date of the Booking and the date of the stay, Canopy & Stars may adjust the rate of VAT that you pay, unless you have already paid for the Booking in full before the change in the rate of VAT takes effect.

18. Visa, passport and health requirements

Unless you tell us otherwise, we assume that all members of your party are British citizens who hold or will hold full British passports valid for the entire duration of the international Booking. Information on visa, passport and health requirements, where given and applicable, is so given on this basis. Requirements may change and you are therefore strongly recommended to check the up to date position with the Owner of the Booking, Passport Office, appropriate embassy or consulate or your doctor as applicable in good time before the commencement of your holiday. Prior to international travel it is your responsibility to check whether it is safe to travel by visiting the FCO website www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice.

19. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These terms and conditions have been drafted in accordance with and are governed by English law and the courts of England and Wales have exclusive jurisdiction in relation to any and all disputes arising out of these Agency Terms & Conditions.

20. Discrepancies

In case of a discrepancy between these Agency Terms & Conditions and any other Canopy & Stars literature, these Agency Terms & Conditions shall prevail.

21. Validity clause

In the event that a court finds that a condition in these Agency Terms & Conditions is illegal or void, the illegal or void provision will be severed from the remainder of the Agency Terms & Conditions, which will continue to be valid and have full force and effect.

22. Events beyond an Owner or Agency’s control

If an Owner or Canopy & Stars is prevented or delayed from complying with any of their respective obligations under these Agency Terms & Conditions or a contract for a Booking due to events or circumstances beyond their reasonable control, the inability or delay in performing those obligations will not be treated as a breach of these Agency Terms & Conditions or a contract for a Booking. Examples of such events or circumstances include fire, flood and other acts of God, strikes, trade disputes, lock outs, restrictions of imports or exports, riot, accident, disruption to energy supplies, civil commotion, acts of terrorism or war, pandemic (including Covid-19), any national/local/regional government restrictions.

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