HEMSFORD YURT CAMP
This is our authentic Mongolian Yurt - the "Dart yurt" (sleeps 4)
Want to try “glamping”? Otherwise known as glamorous camping. Just three miles from Totnes and less than a mile from Littlehempston lies the small hamlet of Hemsford. Hemsford Yurt Camp is perfectly located within the picturesque rolling Devon countryside.
Liz and Alan Jeffery introduced the 2 traditional Mongolian Yurts to Hemsford Farm newly for the summer of 2012 and subsequently the first season has been a great success with many people enjoying a glamping holiday in our yurts. With everything you might need for a short break or longer holiday in the wonderful South Hams part of Devon.
Our Yurt camp is situated in the tranquil Hems Valley, near Littlehempston. Enjoy a unique and memorable glamping holiday with a difference in an authentic Yurt. Our Yurts are situated in a small meadow overlooking the river Hems which is a small tributary to the River Dart.
The authentic Mongolian yurts are comfortably furnished to high standards with full sized beds, bedding provided, and wood burning stoves. Staying in a traditional Yurt is ideally suited for both families and groups or as a private retreat and for those who would like to camp in a serene and peaceful location with an unusual twist. The yurt camp can also cater for those people looking for a unique honeymoon location, or the camp can also be used for private parties. Enjoy the peace and tranquillity of this beautiful private rural location.
For those who own their own horse and want to enjoy a quiet riding holiday we can, as an addition provide top class stabling in our private yard with turnout in lush paddocks adjacent to your Yurt.
The camp is off grid and has its own solar power supply. The camp has a small but well equipped kitchenette and a shower, flushing toilet and washroom. Our camp site is fully licensed by South Hams District Council and we are fully insured for public liability.
The lake in the yurt field is home to a huge number of flora and fauna, including wild ducks and geese, dragonflies, newts and pond skaters amongst the massive number of British indigenous species to be observed.
We can promise you dark skies in a glorious rural location. Our yurt camp is suited for those seeking quiet reflection in a peaceful yet easy accessible location.
Totnes, the nearest town has weekly markets and a large selection of highly individual small shops along with the regular supermarkets and pharmacies. Totnes is known for the rich diversity of people and shops within its narrow streets. Totnes has its own castle and lies on the banks of the River Dart.
The nearby local villages at Broadhempston, Littlehempston and Staverton have a selection of pubs and inns with excellent food and local produce featured on their menu.
Hemsford Yurt camp is a member of "Visit South Devon", an organisation which is dedicated to promoting quality tourism in the local area.
CONTACT US ON 01803 762774 OR EMAIL enquiries@devon-yurts.co.uk
Hems yurt in the foreground, Dart yurt to the rear
Panoramic View of the yurt camp May 2013
Stables and yurt camp to the right of picture
The Hems Yurt - authentic Mongolian yurt
sleeps up to 6 persons
Decoration on the dragon post
One of Our traditional mongolian Yurts
Traditional Yurt decorated with Mongolian decorations
View across the valley to the yurt camp
A beautiful starry night in April 2013 - this picture taken by one of our guests!
