Nature's Nest
1 acre hosted by Steph T.
4 glamping pitches
Off-leash friendly
Pets can be off-leash at some sites.
Creature comforts
Enjoy the comforts of home—including flush toilets, showers, and a kitchen.
Private sites
100% of recent Hipcampers say the sites felt private.
The folk at Nature's Nest refer to their four safari tents as 'canvas cottages', and it's not difficult to see why this name change felt appropriate. Situated in the small village of Ballingham within the vast countryside surrounding the River Wye, these glamping constructions represent the peak of luxury camping. To call them tents at all feels as though you're doing them a disservice—what kind of tent boasts a dining table for six within, let alone a hot tub on its decking?
These are as far removed from pitching your own tent in the mud as you can get, and tick as many boxes possible on the 'glamping must-haves' list. The aforementioned outdoor hot tubs are a no-brainer requirement for those looking to properly unwind, with a view across to the rising Hereford woodland from your seat among the bubbles. Inside, it's all cottage-chic and cosy seating, with up to six places to sleep for friends and family. Unlike many similar glamping spots, Nature's Nest also allows for exclusive hire of its four tents for suitable groups if you have the numbers to fill them.
But outside of the hot tub and decidedly un-tent-like accommodation, the biggest selling point of Nature's Nest is how well-equipped it is for exploring the nearby River Wye and its surrounding footpaths and cycle routes. E-bikes can be hired on-site for a swift ride to the Wye and around nearby villages like Carey—which also just so happens to house your local pub, and you can pick up an inflatable stand-up paddleboard if you want to get a real close look at the river. If the point of glamping is to take the hassle and fuss out of camping, then Nature's Nest is near enough the epitome of it.
Activities
Biking
Fishing
Hiking
Paddling
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River, stream, or creek
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Hornbeam
100% (3)
What's included in our tents:
Parking near your tent
Pots and pans and crockery to cook on the hob and firepit. The basics – salt, pepper, olive oil, coffee, tea, sugar. Washing up liquid and cleaning things. Soap, shampoo, conditioner and shower gel. Toilet paper.
The living area is open-plan with plenty of room for families and friends to enjoy the 'at home' parts of your holiday together. A solid, wood-burning stove and generous sofa are core to the tent's warming heart. It makes for a cosy retreat even in the colder seasons.
Kitchens are equipped with all you need for delicious dining. Tents come with a four-ring induction hob, microwave, toaster and kettle. Keep your food cool in the undercounter fridge with inbuilt freezer. If outside cooking is more your style, then our fire pits come with grills.
Watch the sunset from the decking with a chilled glass in hand on our lovely outdoor patio sets. But that’s not all. Each tent comes with its own hot tub perfect for a crisp morning or a starry night. Or sit around your own firepit and toast marshmallows.
Bathrooms have everything you need within the comfort of your own tent. A wooden sliding door opens to a large space with all the necessities, electric shower, sink and toilet. Thick large bath towels are supplied, one per person, along with hand towels and bath mats. Luxury soaps are also here including, hand soap, shower gel, shampoo and conditioner.
Dine in comfort. There is a dining area for six, with all you need for a quick bite to big buffet. If you have young ones, just ask for our high chairs.
Bedrooms are roomy and separated for privacy and comfort. The tent has one double; one twin; and lovely king size cabin bed, accessed by a small ladder. All beds come with comfortable mattresses and 13.0 tog duck feather and down duvets and pillows. Luxury fresh bedding and blankets finish off the cosy rooms. There is a small hanging space in the double room. Please ask if you would like a travel cot put out for your little one.
Firepit
Large logs provide a sitting area around your own fire pit, each fire pit has a grill so you can use it to cook outside. All wood is provided and openly available to use during your stay on both the fire pit and wood burner. If you prefer cooking on coals then please bring these for your fire pit.
Electric Blankets
In the colder months, at the ends of the season, beds are fitted with electric blankets to ensure you sleep in warmth and comfort.
Wood Burner
Each tent has its own wood burner situated centrally in each tent to keep you cosy during the chilly evenings and crisp mornings. All wood and fire lighting material is provided.
Hot Tub
Each tent has its own electric, 5 person hot tub situated on the decking. The perfect way to end the day is to relax in the hot tub with a glass of what you like and gaze at the stars.
Child Friendly
If you are bringing along your little one then please let me know as I can provide a travel cot, high chair, bed and fire guards if required. Bathrooms include a step so little ones can reach the toilet and sink. Each tents has a little childs hide away under the cabin bed with toys and chairs.
Dogs Welcome
Your dogs new favourite place, bring them along so they can share in the walks and trips to the river. There is a dog charge of £25 per dog per stay, maximum of 3 dogs per tent.
River Access
You will have full private access to the River Wye with the option to take part in canoe and kayaking activities provided through a local company. You can hire paddle boards and e-bikes from us too.
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
Showers
from
for NaN guests£210
/ night
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Wayfairing Tree
100% (2)
What's included in our tents:
Parking near your tent
Pots and pans and crockery to cook on the hob and firepit. The basics – salt, pepper, olive oil, coffee, tea, sugar. Washing up liquid and cleaning things. Soap, shampoo, conditioner and shower gel. Toilet paper.
The living area is open-plan with plenty of room for families and friends to enjoy the 'at home' parts of your holiday together. A solid, wood-burning stove and generous sofa are core to the tent's warming heart. It makes for a cosy retreat even in the colder seasons.
Kitchens are equipped with all you need for delicious dining. Tents come with a four-ring induction hob, microwave, toaster and kettle. Keep your food cool in the undercounter fridge with inbuilt freezer. If outside cooking is more your style, then our fire pits come with grills.
Watch the sunset from the decking with a chilled glass in hand on our lovely outdoor patio sets. But that’s not all. Each tent comes with its own hot tub perfect for a crisp morning or a starry night. Or sit around your own firepit and toast marshmallows.
Bathrooms have everything you need within the comfort of your own tent. A wooden sliding door opens to a large space with all the necessities, electric shower, sink and toilet. Thick large bath towels are supplied, one per person, along with hand towels and bath mats. Luxury soaps are also here including, hand soap, shower gel, shampoo and conditioner.
Dine in comfort. There is a dining area for six, with all you need for a quick bite to big buffet. If you have young ones, just ask for our high chairs.
Bedrooms are roomy and separated for privacy and comfort. The tent has one double; one twin; and lovely king size cabin bed, accessed by a small ladder. All beds come with comfortable mattresses and 13.0 tog duck feather and down duvets and pillows. Luxury fresh bedding and blankets finish off the cosy rooms. There is a small hanging space in the double room. Please ask if you would like a travel cot put out for your little one.
Firepit
Large logs provide a sitting area around your own fire pit, each fire pit has a grill so you can use it to cook outside. All wood is provided and openly available to use during your stay on both the fire pit and wood burner. If you prefer cooking on coals then please bring these for your fire pit.
Electric Blankets
In the colder months, at the ends of the season, beds are fitted with electric blankets to ensure you sleep in warmth and comfort.
Wood Burner
Each tent has its own wood burner situated centrally in each tent to keep you cosy during the chilly evenings and crisp mornings. All wood and fire lighting material is provided.
Hot Tub
Each tent has its own electric, 5 person hot tub situated on the decking. The perfect way to end the day is to relax in the hot tub with a glass of what you like and gaze at the stars.
Child Friendly
If you are bringing along your little one then please let me know as I can provide a travel cot, high chair, bed and fire guards if required. Bathrooms include a step so little ones can reach the toilet and sink. Each tents has a little childs hide away under the cabin bed with toys and chairs.
Dogs Welcome
Your dogs new favourite place, bring them along so they can share in the walks and trips to the river. There is a dog charge of £25 per dog per stay, maximum of 3 dogs per tent.
River Access
You will have full private access to the River Wye with the option to take part in canoe and kayaking activities provided through a local company. You can hire paddle boards and e-bikes from us too.
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
Showers
from
for NaN guests£210
/ night
Instant book
Guelder Rose
Booked 1 time
What's included in our tents:
Parking near your tent
Pots and pans and crockery to cook on the hob and firepit. The basics – salt, pepper, olive oil, coffee, tea, sugar. Washing up liquid and cleaning things. Soap, shampoo, conditioner and shower gel. Toilet paper.
The living area is open-plan with plenty of room for families and friends to enjoy the 'at home' parts of your holiday together. A solid, wood-burning stove and generous sofa are core to the tent's warming heart. It makes for a cosy retreat even in the colder seasons.
Kitchens are equipped with all you need for delicious dining. Tents come with a four-ring induction hob, microwave, toaster and kettle. Keep your food cool in the undercounter fridge with inbuilt freezer. If outside cooking is more your style, then our fire pits come with grills.
Watch the sunset from the decking with a chilled glass in hand on our lovely outdoor patio sets. But that’s not all. Each tent comes with its own hot tub perfect for a crisp morning or a starry night. Or sit around your own firepit and toast marshmallows.
Bathrooms have everything you need within the comfort of your own tent. A wooden sliding door opens to a large space with all the necessities, electric shower, sink and toilet. Thick large bath towels are supplied, one per person, along with hand towels and bath mats. Luxury soaps are also here including, hand soap, shower gel, shampoo and conditioner.
Dine in comfort. There is a dining area for six, with all you need for a quick bite to big buffet. If you have young ones, just ask for our high chairs.
Bedrooms are roomy and separated for privacy and comfort. The tent has one double; one twin; and lovely king size cabin bed, accessed by a small ladder. All beds come with comfortable mattresses and 13.0 tog duck feather and down duvets and pillows. Luxury fresh bedding and blankets finish off the cosy rooms. There is a small hanging space in the double room. Please ask if you would like a travel cot put out for your little one.
Firepit
Large logs provide a sitting area around your own fire pit, each fire pit has a grill so you can use it to cook outside. All wood is provided and openly available to use during your stay on both the fire pit and wood burner. If you prefer cooking on coals then please bring these for your fire pit.
Electric Blankets
In the colder months, at the ends of the season, beds are fitted with electric blankets to ensure you sleep in warmth and comfort.
Wood Burner
Each tent has its own wood burner situated centrally in each tent to keep you cosy during the chilly evenings and crisp mornings. All wood and fire lighting material is provided.
Hot Tub
Each tent has its own electric, 5 person hot tub situated on the decking. The perfect way to end the day is to relax in the hot tub with a glass of what you like and gaze at the stars.
Child Friendly
If you are bringing along your little one then please let me know as I can provide a travel cot, high chair, bed and fire guards if required. Bathrooms include a step so little ones can reach the toilet and sink. Each tents has a little childs hide away under the cabin bed with toys and chairs.
Dogs Welcome
Your dogs new favourite place, bring them along so they can share in the walks and trips to the river. There is a dog charge of £25 per dog per stay, maximum of 3 dogs per tent.
River Access
You will have full private access to the River Wye with the option to take part in canoe and kayaking activities provided through a local company. You can hire paddle boards and e-bikes from us too.
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
Showers
from
for NaN guests£210
/ night
Instant book
Spindle Berry
What's included in our tents:
Parking near your tent
Pots and pans and crockery to cook on the hob and firepit. The basics – salt, pepper, olive oil, coffee, tea, sugar. Washing up liquid and cleaning things. Soap, shampoo, conditioner and shower gel. Toilet paper.
The living area is open-plan with plenty of room for families and friends to enjoy the 'at home' parts of your holiday together. A solid, wood-burning stove and generous sofa are core to the tent's warming heart. It makes for a cosy retreat even in the colder seasons.
Kitchens are equipped with all you need for delicious dining. Tents come with a four-ring induction hob, microwave, toaster and kettle. Keep your food cool in the undercounter fridge with inbuilt freezer. If outside cooking is more your style, then our fire pits come with grills.
Watch the sunset from the decking with a chilled glass in hand on our lovely outdoor patio sets. But that’s not all. Each tent comes with its own hot tub perfect for a crisp morning or a starry night. Or sit around your own firepit and toast marshmallows.
Bathrooms have everything you need within the comfort of your own tent. A wooden sliding door opens to a large space with all the necessities, electric shower, sink and toilet. Thick large bath towels are supplied, one per person, along with hand towels and bath mats. Luxury soaps are also here including, hand soap, shower gel, shampoo and conditioner.
Dine in comfort. There is a dining area for six, with all you need for a quick bite to big buffet. If you have young ones, just ask for our high chairs.
Bedrooms are roomy and separated for privacy and comfort. The tent has one double; one twin; and lovely king size cabin bed, accessed by a small ladder. All beds come with comfortable mattresses and 13.0 tog duck feather and down duvets and pillows. Luxury fresh bedding and blankets finish off the cosy rooms. There is a small hanging space in the double room. Please ask if you would like a travel cot put out for your little one.
Firepit
Large logs provide a sitting area around your own fire pit, each fire pit has a grill so you can use it to cook outside. All wood is provided and openly available to use during your stay on both the fire pit and wood burner. If you prefer cooking on coals then please bring these for your fire pit.
Electric Blankets
In the colder months, at the ends of the season, beds are fitted with electric blankets to ensure you sleep in warmth and comfort.
Wood Burner
Each tent has its own wood burner situated centrally in each tent to keep you cosy during the chilly evenings and crisp mornings. All wood and fire lighting material is provided.
Hot Tub
Each tent has its own electric, 5 person hot tub situated on the decking. The perfect way to end the day is to relax in the hot tub with a glass of what you like and gaze at the stars.
Child Friendly
If you are bringing along your little one then please let me know as I can provide a travel cot, high chair, bed and fire guards if required. Bathrooms include a step so little ones can reach the toilet and sink. Each tents has a little childs hide away under the cabin bed with toys and chairs.
Dogs Welcome
Your dogs new favourite place, bring them along so they can share in the walks and trips to the river. There is a dog charge of £25 per dog per stay, maximum of 3 dogs per tent.
River Access
You will have full private access to the River Wye with the option to take part in canoe and kayaking activities provided through a local company. You can hire paddle boards and e-bikes from us too.
Campfires allowed
Toilet
Potable water
Pets allowed
Showers
from
for NaN guests£210
/ nightReviews
100% Recommend5 Ratings · 4 reviews
Outstanding glamping site. We have stayed in safari tents half a dozen times and this was the best one by far. Everything is thought of. It was so comfortable, peaceful and fun. Steph is a wonderful host and we can't wait to go back.
F
Fiona S.
1 year on Hipcamp
We absolutely loved staying at Nature’s Nest. Great peaceful location with amazing views. Safari tent was spacious and well equipped and really comfortable. Kids loved toasting marshmallows on the fire pit and relaxing in the hot tub as well as swimming in the river. Hosts were really welcoming and friendly. Would highly recommend.
A
Angus R.
2 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2023
With pets ·
Hornbeam
We loved our stay at Nature's Nest. The safari tents are so spacious and comfortable, and the host, Stef, has really thought of everything.
K
Katherine W.
4 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2023
With kids ·
Wayfairing Tree
We loved our stay at Nature’s Nest. The site was so peaceful with beautiful views. The safari tents were very comfortable with everything we needed and more. We enjoyed hiring the paddle boards down on the river in the sunshine.
A
Ann L.
2 years on Hipcamp
Location
Ross On Wye, Herefordshire, England, United KingdomTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
Hosted by Steph T.
Joined in September 2021From the host
Welcome to Nature's Nest!
For family and group escapes –the ultimate luxury glamping experience. Nature's Nest boasts 4 beautiful canvas cottages that melt into the glorious Herefordshire countryside. These self-catering glamping accommodations are nestled on a natural spacious site with uninterrupted views over the rolling countryside, and River Wye in an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB).
Relax in your own hot tub, cosy by the fire and you can bring your dogs too.
Nearby attractions
The site is a two-minute walk from the River Wye, which visitors can enjoy on foot, bike, or even in the water itself. Inflatable stand-up paddleboards are available for hire from the site. You can also bring your own canoe with you, or book from one of the local rental companies such as Hereford Canoe Hire (01432 873020). Six e-bikes are also available to hire from the site, or you can hire from Symonds Yat Bike Hire (07391 162903), a 25-minute drive with trails all around the River Wye and Symonds Yat Rock viewpoint. A fishing pass can be bought from the site, with two licences available for £20 each. For families, 'the aMazing Hedge Puzzle' maze is a 25-minute drive away in Symonds Yat, while on the same site you'll also find the Wye Valley Butterfly Zoo (01600 890360) and Miniature Golf. Or, in just under a 40-minute drive from the site, test your might at The Viking Games (01981 240896), where you can enjoy Nordic-themed fun such as axe-throwing, archery or, somewhat incongruously, paintball.
Food and drink
The Cottage of Content (01432 840242) is just over a 15-minute walk away from the site, a classic country pub set in beautiful surroundings serving high-quality food, all in the neighbouring village of Carey. The New Harp Inn (01432 840900) has a brook running through its garden, with a large alfresco dining area to boot where you can enjoy a beer from one of the various regional and local micro-breweries. As its name suggests, the Riverside Bar and Eatery (07717 882899) is set alongside the River Wye, providing home-cooked breakfast, lunch and evening meals alongside freshly-grounded coffee, plus a selection of local cider and ales.
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