Six cosy cabins under £100 per night

The Bivvy is an instantly relaxing place, fitting so naturally into the land around it that even the neighbouring sheep wander past with barely a second glance. Sitting by the firepit outside you see the Shropshire Hills laid out in front of you. The sunsets are amazing and when darkness settles in, there’s just you and the gentle glow of the fairy lights around the porch. 

The gas-powered outdoor shower is at the end of the deck, and the gas hobs in the small kitchen space invite simple cooking and one-pot stews eaten outside by the fire, in keeping with The Bivvy’s air of wilderness camping as it used to be. The area is perfect for burning it all back off as well, with the famous Bringewood biking trails nearby, the waters of the Wye for canoeing and Mortimer’s Forest for long hikes through the trees.

Through the old church gate and down a private path, this Scandi-inspired tin tabernacle welcomes you with fresh flowers, a bottle of wine and a vintage touch, including a stained-glass window above the bed and angelic Russian dolls for a little extra blessing.  

This sacred spot of serenity comes with the Holy Trinity of glamping — wild meadows, epic stargazing and a wood-fired hot tub on your private slate deck. If you’re feeling sociable, a little wander around Spring Park will introduce you to its quirky community of colourful wagons and cosy cabins, but your own garden sanctuary is all yours to enjoy in blissful peace.

The Little Hut sits at the edge of a rolling field in the Norfolk countryside, waiting to give you a taste of the quiet life. The hut itself is just your bedroom, with twin beds and a little veranda where you can sit out in the morning. 

During the summer months The Little Hut is only bookable as part of The Camping Meadow, which is when the whole place comes to life as the ultimate outdoor, chilled-out festival, party venue. You take the whole site exclusively, perfect for family and friends, but out of season it’s a wonderfully calm place to get away for a couple of days. 

You can get to know Sarah and Rachel and let their extensive knowledge of the area send you off along the trails of the broads or on day trips out to the coast. Indulge yourself with on-site yoga sessions and visit the seals at Blakeney Point.

In a quiet copse of trees, with its own private lake and wildflower meadow, The Shellter is the perfect escape for slow and thoughtful living. Built almost entirely from rescued and repurposed materials, this quirky elevated cabin with shell-lined walls is the lovechild of a nutritionist and a creative builder, which means two things: it’s good for the soul, and it’s got serious character.  

Expect freshly laid eggs, homegrown veg and a yoga mat ready for some morning pond-side sun salutations. When evening rolls in, the only decisions you’ll need to make are BBQ or firepit? Hammock or deck chair? 

If you fancy stretching your legs, the beach is just 20 minutes away, and there are plenty of cosy pubs nearby.

Inspired by traditional Viking dwellings, the Icelandic turf house comes with horn glasses, oil lamps and even a helmet — you know, just in case of an impromptu raid on the biscuit tin. Inside, it’s all about cosy Nordic charm. Think faux fur lined bed, a crackling wood burner and a cast-iron teapot ready for brewing after a long day exploring the fells.  

Outside, you’ve got a BBQ for smoky feasts and a kitchen hut with a gas hob. The Fat Lamb pub is also just a mile away, serving up generous portions of good old-fashioned home cooking. 

With the Howgill Fells on your doorstep, wildlife all around and an unpolluted night sky perfect for stargazing, this place is a Viking’s version of Valhalla.

A curious combination of simple frontier cabin and cheery, colourful beach hut. The broad deck, plain wooden frontage and simple firepit make you think wilderness, while the striped fabrics of the interior and the burgundy paint of the wood-burner are much more ‘cosy cottage’.  

Even more surprising is the use of the space. The bed is on a mezzanine level that leaves the ground floor nice and roomy, while the shower and compost loo are through a hidden door just opposite the entrance. 

Hiking or biking is a must while at Caban Crwn, or any of the handful of Beudy Banc cabins that dot the hillside. The downhill bike trails are spectacular and you’re within striking distance of the famous Howie’s Endero route. For a more leisurely journey, Machynlleth is just five miles away and can supply you with the perfect end to all good walks or rides, a stop in a great country pub.