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If you're on this page, you are probably asking questions such as "How many Shepherd's Huts are there? How many people do they sleep? What are they like inside?
At Meon Springs you can come and stay in one (or more) of six Shepherd's Hut located right by the lakes at Meon Springs Fly Fishery. As well as being great for anglers, The Shepherd's Huts make an ideal break for couples or individuals visiting Hampshire and The South Downs for walking, cycling or just chilling out for quiet relaxation or undertaking a project, such as writing a book. The setting, in this part of the South Downs National Park, is extremely rural. No sound of main roads and traffic here, yet it is extremely accessible from London, Bristol and anywhere in the South/South East. Staying with us adds convenience not only to anglers (who don't pay a fishing visit fee, whilst staying with us) but also if you wish to learn fishing or try your hand at clay shooting. Meon Springs shepherd's huts on the south downs - videoThere's no way to really experience our Shepherd's Huts other than booking one. However, to give you as good an idea as we can of what a Shepherd's Hut stay is really like, take a look at the video below...
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"This was our 5th visit to Meon Springs and it never disappoints. We stayed in the shepherds huts which are clean and cosy and have everything you need. The fishing lakes are beautiful and my husband had a great time. Would definitely recommend a stay here even if you aren’t keen on fishing, there." Tripadvisor Review |
shepherd's huts at a glance
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shepherd's hut types at meon springs
Meon Springs has three types of Shepherd's Huts.
One of the Shepherd's Huts (Olive) is a Downland Construction Shepherd's Hut. It has the bed and all facilities integral in the hut.
Our Shepherd's Hut duo, made on the farm - (Hawthorn 1&2), has its own kitchen, shower and toilet in an annex block between the two huts, which allows them to be made up as a double or twin occupancy.
Four of the Shepherd's Huts, Damsel, Mayfly, Alder and Sedge are Riverside Huts. They have all their facilities integral in the Shepherd's Hut and a double bed only that can fold up by day. To see the difference, take a look at the pictures below.
One of the Shepherd's Huts (Olive) is a Downland Construction Shepherd's Hut. It has the bed and all facilities integral in the hut.
Our Shepherd's Hut duo, made on the farm - (Hawthorn 1&2), has its own kitchen, shower and toilet in an annex block between the two huts, which allows them to be made up as a double or twin occupancy.
Four of the Shepherd's Huts, Damsel, Mayfly, Alder and Sedge are Riverside Huts. They have all their facilities integral in the Shepherd's Hut and a double bed only that can fold up by day. To see the difference, take a look at the pictures below.
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damsel, mayfly, alder and sedge
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Special deals on shepherd's hut holidays
View of Meon Springs -Whitewool Farm, Hampshire
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Chilling out at Meon Springs Fly Fishery Lodge
Wintery view from Cosy Shepherd's Hut
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activities and things to do when taking a shepherd's hut holiday at meon springs
Things to do on your shepherd's hut holiday |
If you like the outdoors and nature, Meon Springs Shepherd's Huts are a great location for a Shepherd's Hut Holiday
Nestled beneath the South Downs, there is plenty to do in the local area from walking and cycling to country pursuits such as clay shooting and trout fishing. We are part of a mixed dairy and crop growing farm that is striving to become more welfare friendly, sustainable and aligned with nature. You are welcome to take a look around the farm and see the crops and cows. |
Many of our Shepherd's Hut visitors enjoy fly fishing on the lakes and those who have never fished before or are looking to improve will take a fly fishing lesson or join a fly fishing experience day.
For groups staying at Meon Springs, we can offer clay shooting sessions, and wild experiences such as dining in the woods, wild camping and bushcraft sessions.
And what many people like is that with all the fresh air and space, we are extremely dog friendly.
For groups staying at Meon Springs, we can offer clay shooting sessions, and wild experiences such as dining in the woods, wild camping and bushcraft sessions.
And what many people like is that with all the fresh air and space, we are extremely dog friendly.
Cup of Tea on the Shepherd's Hut Steps
FOR COUNTRY PURSUITS AND COUNTRY RESTSMost couples who come here have different agendas. One of them wants to do something active, like fly fishing, walking, cycling or other country pursuits and the other wants to chill out, read a book, listen to birdsong and relax.
When you stay at our Shepherd's Huts you can easily balance your hobbies and aspirations with plenty of time to do things together, like have a meal together, in one of the atmospheric local pubs, taking a stroll around the farm, walking the dog or taking part in an instructed activity together.
A Fishing lesson at Meon Springs
Cosy little shepherd hut overlooking a beautiful well stocked lake!!! 
Inside a Riverside Shepherd's Hut
Perfect location for peaceful getaway. 
Inside Hawthorn Shepherd's Hut. These are our spacious huts, with the kitchen and facilities outside.
Hawthorn Shepherd's Hut
Outside a Riverside Shepherd's Hut. All the kitchen, shower and toilet are all inside these huts.
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In the day, the bed folds away in a Riverside Hut
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For the night, the bed folds down in a Riverside Hut
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fishing breaks
Some years ago we worked out that the best fishing is at times that fishermen are generally not here.
This was one of the main reasons that we decided to locate the Shepherd's Huts, just yards from the banks, so that anglers and their partners can stay overnight and fish the early mornings and late evenings. This has worked extremely well for anglers and their partners alike.
For those who are keen to learn fishing or develop their skills, we have developed a special Fishing Break package. Running over a couple of days, this break combines the best of a Meon Springs Experience Day, with plenty of time to practice and a couple of One to One sessions to hone your skills.
For more details, please email or call us.
This was one of the main reasons that we decided to locate the Shepherd's Huts, just yards from the banks, so that anglers and their partners can stay overnight and fish the early mornings and late evenings. This has worked extremely well for anglers and their partners alike.
For those who are keen to learn fishing or develop their skills, we have developed a special Fishing Break package. Running over a couple of days, this break combines the best of a Meon Springs Experience Day, with plenty of time to practice and a couple of One to One sessions to hone your skills.
For more details, please email or call us.
out and about
In the local area there are loads of things to do for individuals and couples staying at the Shepherd's Huts.
In walking distance, there are the villages of East and West Meon, with their quaint country pubs, village shops and churches. A nice morning trip is to stroll down to the local cafe in West Meon, or over the hill to East Meon.
Further afield, you can explore historic Portsmouth, medieval Winchester and everything in between.
We are not far from the beaches at Hayling Island or West Wittering and, if you're feeling adventurous a day trip to the Isle of Wight is also possible.
The Thomas Lord in West Meon and The George Inn plus the Izaak Walton in East Meon are great places to eat and drink.
When you arrive at Meon Springs, we can give you much more personal information on things that will make you stay great.
In walking distance, there are the villages of East and West Meon, with their quaint country pubs, village shops and churches. A nice morning trip is to stroll down to the local cafe in West Meon, or over the hill to East Meon.
Further afield, you can explore historic Portsmouth, medieval Winchester and everything in between.
We are not far from the beaches at Hayling Island or West Wittering and, if you're feeling adventurous a day trip to the Isle of Wight is also possible.
The Thomas Lord in West Meon and The George Inn plus the Izaak Walton in East Meon are great places to eat and drink.
When you arrive at Meon Springs, we can give you much more personal information on things that will make you stay great.