Lysanne L
“Thank you for the delightful stay – the attention to detail, cleanliness and proximity to the sculpture school was perfect.”
Enjoy Your Stay
A stay at Burnswood Boutique Escapes is to find yourself in an artist’s wonderland.
We want your stay to be as memorable as possible. Please feel free to explore the grounds here at Burnswood. You will find we are busy developing them into a fun escape to be enjoyed by everyone who stays here. We are a working sculptor’s studio, school and gallery and you are welcome to come and say hello and see what we are up to. If you want to explore the wonderful countryside and coastlines that surround us, below you will find a few ideas for adventure.
Enjoy Your Stay
We want your stay to be as relaxing and as memorable as possible. So, here we have put together a few extra little luxuries you might enjoy to make your stay as perfect as possible.
We are located in the heart of Devon, on the edge of Dartmoor National Park and within easy reach of miles of stunning coastline, so you will never be at a loss for lots to do. But if you are looking for some ideas, here we have put a few together for you.
Charmaine G
“It was really kind of you to show me around The Sculpture School, what a privilege to see the inner workings of such a unique and inspiring space teeming with objects of such beauty, raw talent and history. I can not thank you enough and I would definitely stay again.”
Katelyn B
“Me and my partner went away for our 6 year anniversary. It was so romantic and perfect. However, this is definitely not just for couples. This is perfect for anyone. The owners of the property were amazing, they were only a message away. Everything within the property was well thought of, and I personally could…
Rebecca H
“We had a great stay at Rodin’s Retreat and was just what we needed – a beautiful place and total peace. Lots to do nearby, highly recommended.”
Toni J
“The whole experience was incredible! No detail wasn’t thought of and the hut is beautifully designed. Stargazing was the icing on the cake and the tranquil surroundings were exactly what we needed! Thank you x
Nina B
“The most beautifully furnished hut containing everything you would ever need for your stay! Very welcoming hosts and an absolutely stunning setting! We loved our stay.”
Sarah W
“The breakfast hamper we ordered. The welcome note and free homemade brownie. The Swedish outdoor bath. The towel robes provided. The BBQ equipment provided. The cosy feel of the shepherds hut. The sculptures dotted about the grounds.”
Samuel M
“The bed was one of the comfiest I’ve ever stayed in, the hosts meeting you on entry to the hut and all the small touches within the hut. For a small hut there was a surprising amount of room within it.”
Rachel P
“What a fantastic stay we had in the shepherd’s hut and how much I enjoyed the sculpture course. It was really handy being able to stay in the grounds during the course and the hut itself was lovely and cosy – you seemed to have thought of every detail. We were also blessed with clear…
Lauren A
“Di & Andy are fantastic hosts, thank you both so much for making my stay in the gorgeous Da Vinci’s Den so enjoyable. I really appreciate your warm welcome and local knowledge. You are perfectly situated to explore Dartmoor & Exmoor and both coasts. The bijoux Den itself is sumptuously decorated and furnished, with everything…
Arthur M
“Luxurious shepherds hut in a beautiful setting, surrounded by countryside. The Swedish bath was a fantastic experience, very decadent! Loved seeing the alpacas, so cute. The owners were excellent & on hand whenever we needed them, very helpful & knowledgeable about the local area.”
Dan S
“We loved our stay in Rodin’s Retreat and would love to return someday. We leave feeling rested with a new memory to treasure. Thank you.”