Glamping places for a self-care getaway

Recline on the cosy daybed at Hansel at Hinterlandes and gaze out at the forest through the huge panoramic window. In between chapters of your book, you might spot a red squirrel scampering through the trees. If self-care means chilly, invigorating dips in wild waters, you’ve come to the right place with Cumbrian lakes all around and the nearest one only five minutes away. Scurry back after a swim, hike or bike for long restorative soaks in the hot tub against a tranquil backdrop of ancient woods and craggy fells. Let the peace wash over you as you contemplate what to cook for dinner, or which mouth watering hamper to order in from the owners.

A Somerset yurt with a hot tub, pizza oven and Japanese-inspired relaxation area, Little Oak is somewhere to tune out from the stresses of modern life and tune into your mind, body and spirit. If you need a bit of encouragement, owner Michelle offers crystal healing, candlelit gong and sound baths and new moon women's circles. For the full holistic experience, her partner Dan can use his Swedish massage and sports therapy skills (honed on the Bath rugby team) to work out any remaining tension. If you’re not in a deep slumber on the acacia loungers after all that self-care, there are plenty of gorgeous walks nearby, including the Mendip Hills, Glastonbury Tor and the Lavender Farm at Faulkland.

Step back in time and into village life at Waney Cabin in Gloucester, one of the cosy spaces in magical Campbell Woods where the kitchen facilities and wood-fired sauna are shared with your fellow guests. It’s the perfect combination of secluded and social – your own private retreat, but with the chance to share stories with like-minded souls at the communal cooking area. Time will slow down as you meander through the trees, breathing in the scent of wild garlic before stumbling across the secret lake where you can canoe, paddleboard and swim. To add a new string to your bow, sign up to one of the classes on offer at camp, from yoga and archery to woodworking and foraging. If that’s too much effort, book a relaxing massage with Zu instead.

Flutter up into the trees in Hampshire at The Perigord Treehouse, where self-care comes in the form of local fine wines, luxurious Scandi design and elevated outdoor bathing in the giant zinc tub. For added wellbeing, you can book on to a Yoga and Wild Swimming experience in beautiful natural surroundings on the Fullerton Farm site. As well as the proximity of Black Chalk Vineyard, the main attraction of the area is the gorgeous Test Valley countryside on the doorstep. Go for relaxing river walks and scamper up chalk hills to take in the spectacular views, before rewarding yourself with a drink in one of the many local pubs.

As the name suggests, it’s a stargazer’s paradise at this secluded Cornish cabin thanks to a total lack of light pollution. Swap the maddening crowds and deadlines for big skies, incredible views across the hills and an abundance of places to relax and take in the natural beauty. Lose hours soaking in the tub, doze in the hammock and ditch the snooze button for uninterrupted lie-ins in the king-size bed. For an extra treat, book a massage at nearby Botelet. If you want to add a bit of activity to all that blissful lounging around, the South West Coast Path is only five minutes away and you can get to the Eden Project in 25 minutes’ drive.