A weekend away glamping

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Glamping doesn’t have to mean you compromise on the style or luxury, a lot of the time, they are actually better than some cottages to stay in and definitely a lot more fun. They offer you a chance to stay in some unusual and interesting places that you normally wouldn’t be able to and most of them are in the most stunning locations that help you reconnect back to nature.

Below I give you my top 10 best places to go for a delightful glamping experience. So get ready to put the glam into glamping…

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Brockland Farm Glamping

Tucked away in the heart of the South Downs National Park and overlooking Hampshire’s fabulous Meon Valley lays the beautiful Brockland Farm Glamping. With 2 safari tents sleeping up to 6 people this is a great place to go with a group of friends or the family. Full of luxuries like real beds, a powerful shower, and a wood burner you won’t feel like you are sleeping in a tent but rather a stylish house! Switch off from the rest of the world with this off the grid site but don’t feel you have to compromise as lighting, a fully equipped kitchen and even a solar-powered fridge mean you can still be surrounded by your home comforts. Outside on the decking are comfy chairs to snuggly into and even a fire pit which you can use to keep warm, toast marshmallows, or use to barbecue. This is a great choice if you want to connect back to nature but still want luxury.

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Brook House Woods

Deep in the woods lays a glamping experience like no other. From treehouses to a hobbit house and even a tree tent, depending on whether you want to do glamping in style or want a quirky experience, Brook House Woods has it all. No children are allowed so this makes for a great staycation for just the adults, but luckily your fur baby can join you instead. The accommodation is just breathtaking and offer views out far to the Malvern Hills and beyond. If you are looking for more of a luxurious stay then the treehouses are for you, with roll-top baths in and outside, fully equipped kitchens, and a fluffy feather bed you can’t get much better than this. If you are looking for something more intimate then check out Goji, a tent that is suspended between two ash and an oak tree in the middle of the woods. It still has 2 single beds that can be made into sofas, a private bathroom, and a kitchen with a hob, fridge, and more. It still has the luxury to offer you in terms of laying in bed and stargazing out of the glass roof or relaxing in the deckchairs outside. The site is also more than just somewhere to rest your head, you can indulge in a fun cinema night in the woods, join in on a raw chocolate or woodwork class or even play a game of tennis.

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Elmley Nature Reserve

Elmley is a 3,300-acre estate based on an island in the Thames and is situated just a stone’s throw away from North Kent. They do have cottages available, but for this blog, we aren’t interested in those, we want their shepherd huts, Bell tents, or The Salt Box. Each of their accommodation has its own individual charm but are all designed to create a perfect hideaway. Their shepherd huts and The Salt Box offer windows for walls so you can wake up to the sunrise and go to sleep watching the stars. They also have a very plush kingsize bed, an indoor and outdoor shower to experience, and spectacular views of the water and countryside that surrounds you. These stylish and indulgent accommodations are the only places in England where you can spend a night in a National Nature Reserve, so if you want to disappear from the world for a night or two and spend quality time with a loved one, then this is the place for you.

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Glendye Cabins and Cottages

Wake up to Wilderness in a private estate of around 30,000 acres. The Glendye cabins and cottages sit right in the heart of this beautiful estate and are surrounded by a wilderness forest and moorland on the banks of the River Dye. Although again they do offer some delightful cottages to stay in, we are only interested in the quirky and fun stays of The Sawmill at Glen Dye and North Lodge & River Cabin. The Sawmill is a great combination of luxury and nature, by using a 1955 Airstream Safari caravan and multiple wood cabins to house your kitchen, 2 bedrooms, an outdoor shower, and a woodfired hot tub. It also comes with unlimited firewood, games, a fully equipped kitchen and best of all dogs are welcome too. As a guest of the glamping accommodation, you get full access to The Glen Dye Arms, a BYOB pub that comes complete with a roaring log fire, ancient bar, and record player. You also get to use the amazing wood-fired sauna and can have endless vegetables and eggs for you to purchase from our very own garden.

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Rackery Retreat

Nestled on the North Wales-Cheshire border, lays a luxury glamping experience like no other. Rackery Retreat is home to three fully-equipped safari tents which are all set within a beautiful field away from the rest of the world. They all have a built-in kitchen and bathroom, so you are completely self-sufficient in these incredible Safari tents. If that already sounds like a dream, then wait till you see the huge decking, which is filled with candles and comfy seats that then leads to the biggest, most luxurious Jacuzzi I have ever seen! We couldn’t help but spend hours just lazying around in there and watching the stars come out with a glass of fizz. Two of their tents can accommodate 4 people and the other accommodates six, so these make perfect staycations if you are looking for a luxury escape to the country with the whole family, a romantic break for a couple, or a why not hire out multiple tents for a fun holiday with a big group of friends.

To find out more about these beautiful safari tents, then read my blog here.

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Settle

Drink in the surrounding beauty in a truly tranquil spot in a private Norfolk parkland. SETTLE is home to three beautifully restored vintage railway carriages, a handcrafted lakeside cabin, and luxury canvas camping. Get back to nature, as you snuggle into a real bed and are surrounded by the quiet noises of the countryside around. There’s no need to skimp on comforts here either as the accommodations have a mix of beautiful built-in kitchens, an elegant WC and deluxe shower room, and the comfiest beds. The carriages have been lovingly restored with so many features remaining to give it an authentic touch and the Lakeside cabin has been handcrafted and thoughtfully designed that it really is hard to choose which one to stay in. You really won’t be disappointed with these luxury, romantic, unique stays and will want to come back again and again once you have experienced it for yourself.

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The Roost Glamping Cabins

Nestled in the Forest of Dean, you will find 2 beautiful luxury cabins, The Nest and The Nook at The Roost Glamping Cabins. They are adult-only, so are great if you are In need of a romantic holiday, but dont worry, the dog can come along too. These beautiful cedar wood cabins are set in 2.5 acres of meadow within a Special Area of Conservation, so expect peace and quiet for you to truly relax. The cosy and snug wooden cabins have delightful bespoke, hand crafted and stylish furnishings and finishes in and outside for the ideal tranquil escape. Expect a warm welcome as you are treated to complimentary homemade scones with jam and butter to start your holiday off. There is luxury around every corner in the cabins from the super comfy king-size bed to the walk-in power shower and even a Japanese soak tub, perfect for two!

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The Yurt Retreat

Get closer to nature at The Yurt Retreat and be prepared for luxury as soon as you step into your accommodation. Whether you want a laid back yurt, a beautiful treehouse, or a sweet roundhouse, there is something for everyone here. All the homes have stylish kitchens and bathrooms and for the ultimate luxury, there is even a woodland Sauna where you can really unwind. There’s no better place for a romantic UK break and to give your first clamping holiday a go whether you are looking for a last-minute break away from the world or fancy a long week’s holiday to properly explore the area, the Yurt Retreat makes for the perfect place. It truly is a magical stay with it being situated on an organic farm with wildlife surrounding the countryside. Each property is also south facing which means you can make the most of the sun and in the evening you can sit and watch the sun set. 

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Trelan Farm

Ever wanted to stay in a shipping container? Probably not but wait till you see the lovingly refurbished cabin at Trelan Farm. They have found a wonderful place to dock, on the grounds of a 150-acre beef and sheep farm in Cilcain, North Wales. You’ll find yourself surrounded by lush countryside, endless peace and tranquility doesn’t that sound so delightful. The interiors have had a modern makeover and are full of stylish features and when you step outside you will see the beautiful wood-clad exterior. The living room come bedroom has large dual aspect windows, so it makes for the perfect place to take in the best views with your morning coffee and maybe see a cow or two. There is also a fully equipped kitchen so you can cook up some meals while watching the sunset. For more luxury, then the outdoor bath is calling your name, just lay back and takes in the breathtaking views around and maybe have a glass or two of fizz.

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Wriggly Tin Huts

If you are looking for a peaceful and cosy staycation, then the Wriggly Tin Huts are for you. Located in a secluded meadow and surrounded by an ancient bluebell wood in the South Downs National Park, the huts are decorated with an autentic vintage design. Whether you want to spend your days exploring the countryside, or relaxing by the open campfire and watching the world go by, you will be able to do whatever you need to do to unwind . Inside there are wood-burning stoves to cook up some fabulous meals on and it will also keep you warm in the winter months. There are 6 shepherd huts to choose from on the site, so whether you are bringing the dogs, kids or you fancy a wood fired hot tub, you will find the perfect place to stay here.