Stay-at-home tourism is on the rise in the UK, but many domestic travelers are looking for something different from their usual city breaks, visiting a seaside resort or a country B&B. village.

One option is a ‘glamping’ holiday. Data from canopy and stars shows that bookings for these luxury countryside vacations have steadily increased since the pandemic, with bookings having “doubled compared to the same period in 2019”.

The wooden cabins offer an even more glamorous form of glamping, where guests can enjoy all the usual views and seclusion but add luxuries like seating space, proper beds , hot tub or fire pit.

With summer approaching, this is the perfect opportunity to explore some of the most remote parts of the UK while still having all the comforts of home.

From lakeside bungalows to huts in the Lake District, we’ve put together a list of some of the best bungalows in the UK.

Cabin Ditch, Sussex

Less than half an hour from Brighton is the Ditchling Cabin, a large and secluded cabin with its own private lake South Downs . National Park. Named for the nearby village (just 4 minutes away by car), the cabin has two bedrooms and a large living room along with a kitchen and dining room. Outside, guests have access to the large deck, fire pit, and hot tub, as well as boats, canoes and paddle boards (and wetsuits if it gets a little chilly).

Nearby activities include horseback riding, hiking, fishing and golf, while Clayton and Hassocks contains shops, pubs and restaurants if you want to go back to civilization in a short time. If you want to stay in the cabin but have access to the indoor swimming pool and tennis court, a new service is available tennis warehouse could be more suitable

How to stay

Open year-round, the Ditchling Cabin sleeps four people, with prices starting at £345 per night. ditchlingcabin.com

Settlement, Norfolk

Nestled in a 30-acre estate south of Norfolk, Stable is a collection of cabins, safari tents and old freight cars that have been upgraded into a “luxury lakeside paradise”. The cabin steals the show: it’s an idyllic seaside retreat with floor-to-ceiling windows and doors overlooking the lawn and woods. The open-plan, wooden interior gives the cabin a natural look, well suited to the rural setting, with plenty of space to relax inside or out.

The tranquil surroundings are a big draw for most visitors, with some nearby woods and walking trails to explore, as well as the seaside towns of hokhamSouthwold and Waxham within an easy distance.

How to stay

Prices for cabins start from £1,080 for three nights (with a three-night minimum stay), while carriages start from £430 for a two-night minimum. Both sleep two people. settlednorfolk.co.uk

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Ekopod, Cornwall

Located on the edge of Bodmin Moor, by Ekopod The site offers several glamping groups and ‘Geodomes’ for a unique stay in this secluded forest location. Its ‘safari tent’ – named Ebron And Kemper – even more special, with space for eight in two bedrooms. The large, covered balcony is ideal for lounging outdoors, while dogs are also allowed at £25 per stay.

The site’s peaceful location was designed to be as ‘wildlife friendly’ as possible and is right between Launceston and castle, with various opportunities for exploration, dining, and tour activities. Adjacent coastline, with pristine beaches like Bossiney Bay and Trebarwith Strand is about a 20-minute drive away. There are also various hiking and walking routes, with dozens of destinations for day trips if you’re staying longer.

How to stay

All rooms have a minimum stay of two nights. The tents are open from April to October and stays for two adults cost £150 a night (although they can accommodate up to eight people); Geodomes are £130. ekopod.co.uk

Aurora, North Antrim, Northern Ireland

Aurora The two cabins have a prime location near North Antrim’s Atlantic coast, just a mile away Giant high riser (The famous geological formation has always been one of Northern Ireland’s most popular tourist attractions). Two Canadian Cedar cabins – named Ulex and Salix – are billed as “the first of their kind in Ireland”, offering a blend of modern luxury and natural beauty. Salix is ​​a bit more impressive of the two, with its 1,100 square foot open-plan living space including two bedrooms, a patio and a private hot tub.

Once done with the Causeway, visitors can also spend time in nearby towns such as Bushmills or the included seaside resorts. Portrush And Portstewart.

How to stay

Both cabins can accommodate four people. Reservations must be a minimum of two nights, with prices starting from £590. auroranorthcoast.com

Cabin Venachar, Stirling, Scotland

With three cabins on the shore of Lake Venachar in Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park, Venachar Cabins is “a paradise for cycling, walking, fishing, boating and nature watching”. Just an hour from Edinburgh, the National Park itself is an adventurer’s paradise, but the cabins provide a welcome respite at the end of a long day of exploration.

All cabins can accommodate multiple people – an eight-person cabin is currently under construction – and are dog-friendly, with fully equipped kitchens and wood-burning stoves (Cabin Birch also features a wood-burning hot tub). available for use at an additional charge). All have beautiful lake views.

How to stay

All cabins accommodate four people and have a minimum stay of two nights, with the cheapest starting at £165 per night. lochvenacharcabins.co.uk

Helvellyn’s Hut, Cumbria

Low Nest Studios offers several different types of accommodation on its site north of the Lake District. While they all have attractive features, the Helvellyn Hut stands out.

This custom cabin is made from British wood, with floor-to-ceiling doors that offer spectacular views of the Helvellyn Mountains, whether from the sofa or the bed. Outside there’s an elevated deck, with a covered dining area and deep Japanese soaking tub, which has to be one of the best bathing scenes in the country.

How to stay

The hut sleeps two people and is open year-round. Rates start from £135 per night. hevellynhut.co.uk

One Cat Farm, Ceredigion, Wales

Since its launch 10 years ago, the site – built on an old pig farm – has focused on restoring the land as a nature reserve, planting more than 400 trees to add to the site. wildlife area and two ponds (one of which guests can swim in).

The site consists of four cabins, each with a covered outdoor kitchen and dining space connected to the bedroom and living space. Large picture windows mean guests are always surrounded and connected to nature during their stay.

Port town of Aberaeron nearby, as well as several valleys, waterfalls, caves and beaches such as Penbryn and Aberporth.

How to stay

The site is open year-round, with all cabins accommodating two adults and up to two children (although two of the cabins can accommodate three children) and rates for the cabins start from £115 per night ; all require a minimum stay of two nights. onecatfarm.com

Hesleyside Hut, Northumberland

Part of a 4,000-acre property in Northumberland, the Hesleyside site features seven different accommodation options. Two cabins and three shepherd huts are charming options, while the treehouse is an exceptionally ornate wooden structure complete with treetop walkways. The most impressive option, however, is the Raven, a two-story watchtower-style building inspired by the castles of Northumberland. With a king-size bed, large wooden bathtub, private survey deck and retractable stargazing roof, this is truly a place of ultimate luxury.

Nearby attractions include Hadrian’s Wall and Kielder Water, as well as parts of the Northumberland coast including Bamburgh.

How to stay

Raven sleeps two adults, although other options can accommodate four. There is a minimum of two nights for a stay on weekdays, while this is extended to three nights on weekends. Rates start from £260 per night. hesleysidehuts.co.uk

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