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Peaks and Pods

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33 reviews
· Rathmell, North Yorkshire, England
1 acre hosted by John & Joanne B.
5 glamping pitches
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Luxury pods with extra special touches, sandwiched between the Forest of Bowland and the Yorkshire Dales National Park

You can’t help but be a little jealous of the Brennand Family. They’ve woken up amid this stunning, stonewall-lined landscape for no fewer than three generations. And while the world thumps on with mobile phones, computers and fingertip gadgetry, the views here are as timeless as they’ve ever been. In fact, while the farm may border one designated area of natural beauty – the Forest of Bowland AONB – it’s less than two miles to the nearest national park, too. So whether you’re a walker, mountain biker or simply want some snaps of the scenery, the choices are pretty endless.

Perched in a private area of the Brennand's dairy farm, away from the tractors and working yard - are five insulated, cedar-clad pods. Each of our luxury pods has its own private hot tub tucked beneath a handcrafted wooden shelter - perfect for soaking under the stars in any weather. Three of the pods feature ensuite shower rooms for added convenience, while two offer their own private bathrooms just a few steps away, giving you space and seclusion with a touch of adventure. Every pod includes a well-equipped kitchenette, a cozy fire pit on the patio for starlit evenings, and a cocoon swing seat for lazy mornings or sunset views. Whether you're after a fully ensuite stay or happy to wander a few steps to your private bathroom, there's a perfect pod waiting for you.

It’s more like compact, self-catered living than camping when you’re cocooned away inside your pod, especially if it’s raining outside and you’ve got dinner simmering on the hob. But once you fling open the double-glazed doors, you feel very much a part of the great outdoors. Logs are provided for your fire pit, so you can toast marshmallows on the terrace as the sun sets over the Yorkshire hills, but very often guests head for The Hub. This covered communal area is very much the heart of the place with games to play and an enviable outdoor kitchen featuring a wood-fired oven to cook fresh pizzas and a Weber barbecue. It’s an excellent spot to socialise and offers some of the best views on site.

Walkers, cyclists and mountain bikers are the most obvious folk to capitalise on the area, so it’s no surprise that the Brennands have provided every pod with a boot box and offer a power hose and wall racks for bike maintenance. Spin a few miles west to Gisburn Forest for award-winning mountain biking trails or simply stride out on the footpath from the farm. It’s all on your pod-step, which ever direction you choose.

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100% Recommend25 Ratings · 33 reviews

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Rathmell, North Yorkshire, England, United KingdomTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by John & Joanne B.

Joined in April 2017
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You can’t help but feel a touch of envy for the Brennand family, who’ve called this breathtaking, stonewall-framed landscape home for three generations. Nestled beside the Forest of Bowland AONB and just two miles from the nearest national park, their dairy farm offers timeless views and boundless outdoor adventure — whether you're hiking, biking, or simply soaking in the scenery. Tucked away in a quiet corner of the working farm are five cedar-clad, insulated luxury pods, each with its own private hot tub under a handcrafted wooden shelter — perfect for stargazing year-round. Three pods feature ensuite shower rooms, while two offer private bathrooms just a short stroll away, blending seclusion with a dash of adventure. Inside, you'll find a well-equipped kitchenette, a cosy cocoon swing for morning coffee or sunset views, and a fire pit with logs provided for marshmallow-toasting evenings. These pods feel more like compact, self-catered retreats than traditional camping — especially when it's raining and dinner's simmering on the hob. But throw open the double-glazed doors, and you're immersed in nature. Guests often gather at The Hub, a sociable, covered space with games, a wood-fired pizza oven, and a Weber BBQ — all with sweeping views of the Yorkshire hills. Walkers, cyclists, and mountain bikers will find everything they need, from boot boxes in every pod to a power hose and bike wall racks. With Gisburn Forest’s award-winning trails just west and footpaths starting right at your pod’s doorstep, the adventure starts as soon as you step outside.
Nearby attractions
It's just five miles to Gisburn Forest, a Mecca for mountain bikers, perfect for an adrenaline-packed ride or a family-friendly pedal. Most trails start from Gisburn Forest Hub (01200 446747) with car park, toilets, picnic area and café. While you're there, a walk round the beautiful reservoir is a must. Excellent local market towns include Settle, Clitheroe, Skipton and Kirkby Lonsdale – all only a short journey away. Hop aboard a waggon on the Settle-Carlisle Railway (01729 825888) – England's most scenic train line is the claim – or take on the famous walking routes around Malham Cove and Tarn, where you can hop across the unique limestone rocks like a bug on giant puzzle pieces. The most hardy walkers can take on the Yorkshire Three Peaks (in a day) – Whernside, Ingleborough and Penyghent – enjoying Ribblehead Viaduct en route (a worthy landmark to walk to in itself).
Food and drink
Eating On SiteWe offer a Pure Luxury Package, which includes breakfast for your stay. You'll arrive to find your pod filled with top-quality breakfast ingredients and essential food items ready and waiting.If you like to barbecue, we sell charcoal packs that include a large bag of quality charcoal, lighting equipment and tongs to use on the grill on your fire pit.There's also a wonderful wood-fired pizza oven available to hire, located at The Hub - our fabulous sheltered social space with seating, lighting and heat. You'll need to bring your own food and ingredients.Eating OutThe two nearest pubs that we recommend are The Plough at Wigglesworth (01729 840243) and the Craven Arms (01729 825627) in Giggleswick. They're both four miles away by the main roads and The Plough's just a couple of miles away along a gated country lane. It's four miles by road, just off the A65 before Settle.The Golden Lion (01729 822203), just five miles from Peaks and Pods, is also popular with our guests. There's a wide range of cafes, pubs, restaurants and takeaways in Settle. Our Welcome Pack includes lots of details about places to eat and drink.

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