Crane Garden BuildingsShepherd Hut with Long Side Door, 2.4 x 3.6m

The Shepherd Hut by Crane Garden Buildings is a traditionally styled building designed to fit perfectly into a rustic country garden, becoming an outdoor focal point. Climb the stairs and enjoy the charms of this Shepherd Hut all year round as it comes fully insulated with double-glazed windows and solid pine lining. Whether you're using it as a quiet reading nook, a secluded garden office or peaceful retreat, you're sure to feel cosy, no matter the weather.

This Shepherd Hut is made in Norfolk from high-quality PEFC-certified northern Scandinavian redwood and the exterior is finished in a choice of five paint colours to complement your garden: Shale, Sage, Flint, Willow or Cream. The paint is microporous, which protects the timber throughout the seasons.

Key Features:

• Delivery and assembly by Crane Garden Buildings
• Handmade in the UK exclusively for John Lewis & Partners
• Double-glazed windows and door with toughened safety glass for durability
• Door is on the long side
• Crafted from PEFC-certified Scandinavian redwood
• 5-lever mortice lock with secured fittings
• Fixed decorative wheels
• Corrugated galvanised metal roof
• Over 2.5m so planning permission may be required. Contact the Crane Garden Buildings helpline 01760 444229 for further advice or contact your local planning authority (LPA) through your local council
• Available in five colour options: Cream, Sage, Flint, Willow, Shale

Preparing a base for your Shepherd Hut
Although all Crane buildings have timber floors, you need to have a ready, prepared base that has been laid by a professional before you take delivery. The base must be constructed of either paving slabs laid on mortar or a concrete base no less than 10cm thick. It is also recommended that your base is the exact size given in the base plans supplied by Crane Garden Buildings. It is necessary to stress the importance of having a solid, level concrete base for your building, as it is crucial to support its structure. Crane are unable to install the building if the base is not level (when tested with a spirit level).
All buildings, irrespective of style, also require clearance around the structure to aid installation, maintenance, redecoration and air circulation, as well as to allow space for the roof overhangs. Therefore, Crane require at least 30cm around all sides of your building. The base can be made in two ways: a solid concrete large pad or five smaller concrete pads, one for each wheel and one for the step.
Please refer to the concrete base plan in the Product Information PDF below and do not hesitate to contact Crane for further guidance.

Crane Garden Buildings at the Leckford Estate, Hampshire
You can visit the following Crane Garden Buildings on display at our Leckford Estate throughout the year.

Crane Garden Buildings 3.0 x 4.2m Large Garden Room, Cream

Crane Garden Buildings 3 x 5.4m The Hub Plus Left-Hand Corner Garden Studio

Crane Garden Buildings 3 x 3m Garden Studio, Flint

Crane Garden Buildings 3 x 3.6m Kensington Garden Shed, Sage

Crane Garden Buildings Shepherd Hut with Long Side Door, 2.4 x 3.6m, Willow

Crane Garden Buildings 3 x 3m Round Pavilion Summerhouse, Sage

National Trust by Crane Garden Buildings Blickling Garden Shed, 2.4 x 3.6m, Wades Lantern

Crane Garden Buildings 2.4 x 3m Greenhouse, Ivory

PEFC-certified timber
Made using certified sustainable wood. It has PEFC certification (Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification). This provides assurance that it’s been sourced from responsibly managed forests that safeguard the planet, protect biodiversity and support communities.