Thursday 12 December 2013

5 of the Best UK Yurt Campsites

Green-thinking travellers are turning to eco-friendly campsites to wind away their holidays and as yurts are becoming a continually popular form of camping for families and couples a-like, i’ve scoured the country to share five of the best UK based Yurt Campsites.






1. Full Circle Luxury Lake District Yurts, Lake District, England.

Nestled at the heart of the Lake District, you’ll find the ornate grounds of Rydal Hall. Experience spectacular views over Loughrigg and Lake Windermere and take time to enjoy the harmony of round-living, with vibrant rugs at your feet and the comforting warmth of a wood-burning stove, each helping to create a relaxing atmosphere with rolling hills and waterfalls right on your doorstep. There are four yurts available to book all year round and each one is self-catered with cooking facilities provided for guests to use. The Lake District makes the perfect location for a family break, and both children and dogs are welcome to stay at this site. Enjoy the Rambler’s Teashop and Rydal Caves and children can enjoy the onsite adventure playground. For more information on booking and the facilities on offer click here for the Full Circle Luxury Yurts, Lake District.
Rooms: 1 sleeping space with double bed and 2 singles. Sleeps up to 6, dogs welcome.
Price: £320 for 4 nights.

2. Yurtworks, Cornwall, England.

As one of the first companies to offer yurt camping in the UK, this site has been gradually growing in popularity. Situated on the edge of Bodmin Moor, you are encouraged to walk through the oaks and gorse and admire a stunning view of North Cornwall, stretching from the moor right down to the sea. There are three beautiful yurts to choose from, each one surrounded by bluebells and wood anemones from early spring and varying in size. Families are welcome here with the opportunity to hire travel cots if needed. This site is open from March through to the end of October and offers self-catering facilities including a small gas cooker and barbecue. This beautiful location provides easy access to The Eden Project and local National Trust Property, Lanhydrock. Unfortunately dogs are not allowed. Click here for available dates and further details on Yurtworks, Cornwall.
Rooms: 1 sleeping space which sleeps from 2-6 people depending on individual yurt.
Price: from £205 for 3 nights (based on a yurt for four).

3. Trossachs Yurts, Thornhill, Scotland.

Tucked away in a corner of Flanders Moss National Nature Reserve with Loch Lomond on its doorstep, is West Moss-side farm, providing an idyllic hideaway in the wild Scottish countryside. The farm has three luxury yurts available for bookings throughout the year, where you can enjoy the delicate beauty of the snow-covered Arrochar alps or explore the vast nature reserve. A suitable getaway for families, this site welcomes children and pets and even has wheelchair access. Couples will also find plenty to enjoy with an abundance of local walks and the opportunity to book relaxing therapies. Guests are given access to a well-equipped communal kitchen and there are an exciting array of arts and crafts courses available such as ‘spoon carving’ and ‘creative basketry’. Click here for more information on staying in the Trossachs Yurts, Scotland.
Rooms: 1 sleeping space which sleeps up to 5 people. Pets welcome in Ben Lomond yurt.
Price: £235 for 3 nights.

4. Big Sky Retreat - Hookhill Plantation, Devon, England.

If you seek somewhere for a romantic getaway then the Big Sky Retreat in Devon could be just what you’ve been searching for. This delightful yurt is constructed completely from recycled and natural materials and is situated between Dartmoor and Exmoor National Parks. It has many appealing and homely features, including a king-sized bed, hot shower and wood-burning stove. The yurt is self-catered with fresh local produce available to buy and there is plenty to explore nearby, with National Trust properties, RHS Garden Rosemoor and the wild moors and wooded valleys of the Devon countryside. Unfortunately this site is not suitable for children or pets. Enjoy a stay throughout the summer months and glimpse sparrow hawks and badgers or book an autumn break to relax by the fire and pick fresh blackberries. This is a site to be enjoyed all year round. Click here for details on how to book a break at the Big Sky Retreat, Devon.
Rooms: 1 enclosed king-sized bed with living space, kitchen and shower. Sleeps 2 people.
Price: £210 for 3 nights.

5. Long Valley Yurts, Cumbria, England.

For the opportunity to experience back-to-nature living and a taste of glamping, Long Valley Yurts offer relaxing holidays in their moroccan-themed yurts, which are scattered across the Lake District National Park. This is the perfect rural location for family retreats or a weekend away with friends, where all can enjoy the miles of footpaths and bridleways, idyllic towns and the grand backdrop of the Scafell Pike mountain. The site also provides the option to take part in some thrilling outdoor activities, including a ‘back to basics bushcraft course’, rock climbing, mountain biking and canoeing. Each yurt offers a fully-equipped kitchen for guests to cook their own meals and have comfy, futon-style beds. The yurts are available from March to November and create the perfect early autumn retreat or an alternative summer holiday. Click here for more information on staying in the Long Valley Yurts, Cumbria.
Rooms: 1 sleeping space which sleeps up to 5 people on futon-style beds.
Price: £285 off peak or £325 peak (school holidays etc) for 4 nights.

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