Cabins in Fernworthy Forest with swimming

Woodland walks, lakeside picnics, and Bronze Age ruins are the highlights of this Dartmoor forest.

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97% (47 reviews)

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12 top cabins sites in Fernworthy Forest with swimming

Ocean View Lodge

1 unit · Glamping5 acres · Penzance, England
The Ocean View Lodge is a newly insulated timber lodge nestled within its own wildflower meadow, offering complete privacy. The lodge boasts stunning panoramic views of Mounts Bay and the majestic St. Michael's Mount. Inside, the cozy lodge features a king-size bedroom with an ensuite bathroom, a twin bedroom, a cabin bed, and a second bathroom. The front of the lodge houses a fully fitted kitchen equipped with a fridge, freezer, electric cooker, and microwave. The dining/living area offers a TV and an elegant log-burning stove, providing extensive sea views through double patio doors and large front windows. Additionally, a utility room includes a washing machine. Outside, guests can enjoy a covered hot tub, two hammocks, decking with a picnic table and deck chairs, and a fire pit, all while soaking in the fantastic views. The local country pub, The White Hart, known for serving excellent food, is conveniently within walking distance. Beautiful sandy beaches are just over a mile away. Nearby places worth visiting include Marazion and St. Michael's Mount, Mousehole, St. Ives, and Land's End. Additionally, the Minack Theatre, an open-air theatre cut into the cliffside at Porthcurno, and the highly recommended Tremenheere Sculpture Gardens, which are within walking distance, offer wonderful experiences for visitors.
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Freshwest Beach Retreat

1 unit · Glamping3 acres · Castlemartin, Wales
The Pembrokeshire coastal path goes straight past the top of the drive. The beaches of freshwater west, Broadhaven and Barafundle are close by as are some of the best climbing routes of south Pembrokeshire. The hut can sleep up to 4 in one room. Ideal for a young family or couples. There is a small kitchenette with kettle, fridge,microwave,toaster and double gas hob 'Ensuite' shower and toilet. Sleeping area in one room with a double bed and a single' day bed ' that pulls out to form another double. There is an electric shower. The hut is fully insulated so can be used all year round. It has been made using 100 per cent recycling materials for the interior The wood burner provides the heating along with the air conditioning unit. . We supply wood for the first night only. After that you have to provide your own. There is plenty of electric heating in the hut if the wood burner is not for you. Please note the hot tub will not be available from February 22nd 2023 to April 5th 2023 Please let me know at the time of booking if you would like to book the Hill billy Hot tub for your stay(at additional cost of £50 for the first night then £10 for each additional night. ) to make sure it is ready for your arrival. There is an additional charge for this which is payable separately via air b and b before arrival. Please choose the hot tub as an 'extra' this must be paid for in advance. If you request the use of the tub but do not pay in advance it wont be available for you to use during your stay The hot tub is attached to the hut and forms part of its structure and is yours exclusively to use If you like open camp fires ,with a can do attitude and are prepared to overlook the odd bit of farm work going on or not going on, as the case may be. ,appreciate the magnificent view of the sun setting in the west and the non manicured lawn you'll be fine. The place is clean but not spotless.
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Cabins in Fernworthy Forest with swimming guide

Overview

Set on the banks of the Fernworthy Reservoir at the heart of the Dartmoor National Park, Fernworthy Forest has some of the NP’s most rewarding short walks. Follow the lakeside trail, enjoy bird-watching or fish for brown trout around the lake, then stop for a picnic by the lakeside. Hikers can choose from a variety of forest trails. Explore Bronze Age stone circles, follow scenic woodland walks, and spot herds of native Dartmoor ponies grazing the moors. There are no campsites at Fernworthy Forest, but wild camping is permitted—pitch your tent beneath the trees for a real back-to-nature experience.

When to go

July and August are the peak season in Dartmoor National Park, and popular spots such as Fernworthy Forest can get crowded—parking is limited, so get there early. Forest walks can be enjoyed year-round, but it’s most magical in autumn, with its canopy of fall foliage. Dartmoor weather is notoriously changeable, so pack a sweater and raincoat even in summer.

Know before you go

  • Fernworthy Forest is located north of Dartmoor National Park, about a 15-minute drive southwest of Chagford. There is a pay and display car park by the entrance to the forest.
  • Restrooms are located at the forest car park, but there are no other facilities, so bring everything you need with you. The closest village is Chagford, which has a few pubs and small shops. 
  • Trout fishing is possible on the lake between March and October, and fishing permits can be purchased on-site. 
  • Parts of the lakeside trail are accessible for wheelchairs and pushchairs.
  • Dartmoor National Park is one of the few places in the UK where wild camping is permitted. Tents must be pitched away from roads and attractions, and large group camping is not allowed. 
  • Dartmoor has free-roaming ponies, sheep, and cattle, and these animals have the right of way on moorland roads. There is a strict speed limit of 40 mph throughout. It is a fineable offense to feed any of the animals in the park, and visitors are also advised to keep a distance for their own safety—these are feral animals and may kick or bite.

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