Hailes Abbey
There is no doubt that the staycation has seen a resurgance over the last couple of years. We have many enquiries for tourism development, in particular shepherds huts. We recently gained permission on behalf of our clients, for the siting of 10 shepherds huts in the Cotswolds.
Our client wanted to site 10 shepherds huts within an existing orchard with the vision for guests to feel at one with nature. The site is on a popular walking route and near to Hailes Abbey, a scheduled monument. The Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway also passes near the site.
We worked closely with the Council to overcome initial objections relating to heritage and archeology. Permission was granted in Spring 2022.
The staycation has emerged as the new popular choice for UK holidaymakers. People are taking the opportunity to return to nature for a more basic holiday experience. At Zesta, we have worked on many proposals for shepherds huts, safari tents and log cabins. This provides a low-cost type of holiday accommodation but a major boost to the rural economy. We were able to achieve this here at Hailes, which sits at the heart of a wealth of visitor attractions within the Cotswolds.