The Black Swan
The Black Swan is a shepherd’s hut designed for slower days, warmer evenings, and time spent outdoors.Simple, comfortable, and connected to the landscape around it.
Set within a private 30-acre estate near Rutland Water, The Black Swan offers a peaceful countryside stay surrounded by open views, lakes and wildlife.
Inside, the space is warm and considered. A soft double bed sits at one end of the hut, with a compact kitchen and dining area at the other — everything you need for an easy, self-catered stay. A wood-burning stove adds warmth in the evenings, alongside additional heating for comfort throughout the seasons.
The kitchen includes an electric hob, fridge, Belfast sink, and essential cookware, along with simple additions like tea, coffee and pantry basics. A breakfast bar looks out across the landscape, offering a quiet place to sit with a morning coffee or evening meal.
A private shower room is located within the hut, designed with clean, minimal finishes and soft lighting.
Large doors open out onto your own private deck. Here, a freestanding outdoor bath sits beneath open skies, positioned to take in uninterrupted views across the lakes and surrounding countryside. A seating area and fire pit create a space to spend the evening, whether wrapped in blankets or watching the light fade.