Hidden amongst the deep lanes of West Devon is an extraordinary, off-grid retreat. Designed to
offer cosy and comfortable, year-round accommodation, Devon Dens comes complete with two
eco-friendly timber cabins, sleeping up to four and six.
This peaceful retreat is surrounded by woodland, wildlife and starry skies, close to Dartmoor
and within easy reach of incredible Cornish beaches. So, if you're seeking a digital detox away
from screen time to enjoy local walks, somewhere to use as a base to explore this amazing area,
or just a space to sit, read and listen to the stream and birdsong, then escape to our
award-winning, Devon cabins.
Devon Dens is a private eco-hideaway set in two acres of woodland in the quiet, unspoilt
countryside of West Devon. The site is owned by Jo Henderson and Ben Ranson, founders of
Barrel Top Wagons who make remarkable timber cabins from sustainable local wood.
The eco-friendly ethos runs through both businesses, and our off-grid cabins are run very
much with an intention for guests to enjoy a sustainable holiday. Solar provides power,
toilets are dry with natural water filtration systems, all waste is composted and Freedom
hives and a wildlife pond are just two examples of the measures taken to encourage
biodiversity. We want nothing to detract from your authentic nature retreat.
We're keen as mustard to introduce you to the delights on offer in the area. Lovely local
produce can be ordered in advance - breakfast, barbecue or afternoon tea hampers - and in
summer, our kitchen garden provides home grown goodies whenever possible. From feasting
with loved ones to forest bathing or wild swimming on Dartmoor, a stay in our Devon
timber cabins will offer the perfect opportunity to tune out of the noise and news. We
can arrange an on-site massage or there's the wood fired sauna to enjoy, before relaxing
in one of the hammocks or curling up with one of the many books in front of the wood burner.
With no WiFi or phone signal, this is the perfect place to stop still, breathe deeply, and
reconnect. With nature, with loved ones and WITH YOURSELF.
Due to COVID-19 restrictions the sauna is not in use and massages are unavailable
at present - hopefully these will be available from the end of the year.
This stunning new timber cabin sleeps up to six with everything you need for a stress free, off-grid break. The veranda with sundowner chairs is just the spot for that evening glass of cider, listening to the sounds of the woods. The Den is powered by the sun, with radiators and a wood burner for comfort and heat. It is the perfect eco cabin in Devon for families and friends to gather and feast with your own outdoor space.
Here's what's in The Den:
This super, off-grid cabin sleeps up to four (five at a push for small ones - just ask) in a double bedroom, on the mezzanine and on a double sofa bed, with an indoor bathroom, spacious living area, kitchenette, fancy pants solar set up and private decking area for the all-important fire pit. This beautiful space looks out over the pond and has everything you could possibly need for a relaxing nature retreat.
What's in The Cabin:
For enquiries or more information call us on 01837 871417.
Our address is: Germansweek, Devon EX21 5AL.
Cosy Cabin
Low season
Devon Den - from £ 135 / night
Carpenters Cabin - from £ 125 / night
Jan, Feb, Mar, Nov, Dec
Outward Bound
Mid Season
Devon Den - from £ 160 / night
Carpenters Cabin - from £ 140 / night
Apr, May, Jun, Sept, Oct
Summer Sizzler
High Season
Devon Den - from £ 195 / night
Carpenters Cabin - from £ 160 / night
July, AugWe are going through an incredible time – of change, of different rules, guidelines and perhaps as we move forward, the respect owed to nature, the environment and to a simpler life will be abundant. We truly hope so. For our own cabins here in Devon, we are adhering to government guidelines regarding Covid and our cancellation policy is as follows:
The Covid strategy we have put in place for our cabins aims to offer assurance and
keep everyone safe – guests, us, our surrounding neighbours and community. This is
not exhaustive and many of the measures were already being done. If you have any
questions about covid-19 or any other aspect of staying with us in our Devon timber
cabins, please get in touch.
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