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Larkhill Tipis and Yurts

Hosted by Fran · Carmarthen, Wales

5 units · Lodging · 20 acres

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A labour of love; conceived, designed, constructed and planted by Fran and Tony. And all that work so you can relax in quiet splendour

Many of our favourite camping and glamping sites offer an escape from the daily grind and a taste of a simpler, more-sustainable lifestyle. Many of them offer the chance to get closer to nature and to stay in beautiful parts of the UK. And many of them are run by inspiring people with eco-friendly principles. But not many of them are as well established as Larkhill Tipis and Yurts: This site was one of the early pioneers of glamping, established by Fran and Tony way back in 2003.

When this hardy couple moved here they had no plans to start a campsite but after a decade of life off grid with their daughters, animals, stupendous views and beautiful sunsets, they decided it was time to share what they’d found. They bought the first tent, a tipi, then made the rest, with Tony building frames and Fran sewing canvas. The result is a unique collection of tents inspired by Nomadic structures from around the world. Each has its own charm. Fran says she finds majesty in the shape of the tipi and loves the Mongolian ger. Daughter Catherine, now grown up and helping manage the place, is fond of the Iranian-inspired alachigh with its far-reaching views.

Whichever one you choose, you’ll find it furnished, and set-up with cooking equipment, a log burner, blankets and colourful cushions. For a small extra charge, bedding can be provided, otherwise it’s one of the few essentials they advise bringing – together with food, towels and a torch. Everything else is provided for you – down to toiletries and washing-up liquid which are all eco-friendly. The glamping site remains off grid, with electricity from a combination of solar, hydro and wind power, but water is from the mains. There’s a communal wooden hut for rainy days, washing-up and under-cover cooking with a covered fireplace just outside. There’s a play area too and you’re welcome to explore the whole 20 acres; from the woodland Fran and Tony planted to the carbon-absorbing peat moorland they’ve left alone.

Further afield, Cardigan Bay beaches are a 20-minute drive away. Inland, you can canoe along the Teifi river, ride horses on Llanllwni Mountain or cycle the trails at Brechfa Forest. This is Wales, so it’s no surprise that there are castles galore; the closest at Cilgerran and Pembroke. The National Botanic Garden and National Wool Museum are also nearby. Larkhill makes a great base from which to explore these national treasures. Indeed, you might say that, with 20 years of its own local building, planting and artistry, it’s fast becoming a national treasure itself.

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Mongolian Ger

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Yurt · Sleeps 4

The Ger is set apart a little and is located amongst the woodland - but not too far from all facilities. It has been hand-made from local ash trees and is covered in canvas with a marquee lining on the inside which creates a soft, warm ambience. The Ger has larch floorboards and a cast iron woodstove which keeps it warm even in the hardest of winters. We've stayed here when its been -10 degrees and have been toasty warm! The Ger has a central wood burning stove and is furnished with four raised pine bed frames, with covered mattresses, silk throws and cushions. There are two single beds and one double. There is also a bedside table, a wooden chest full of blankets, shelves, a low table and a two ringed calor gas burner. Soft lighting creates a very relaxing, snug, space. All cooking equipment is supplied – frying pans, saucepans, plates, kettle, mugs and cutlery – and a basket of hardwood for the wood burning stove. Lighting is from a string of LEDs placed around the crown in the middle of the Ger and from lanterns. There is a picnic table outside together with an area for a camp fire, a trivet for cooking over the open fire, and hand made benches. A romantic getaway or a great adventure for the family!

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Tipi

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Canvas tent · Sleeps 4

There's nothing quite like the woodburning stove at night with the flames flickering to create a warm, comfortable and extremely relaxing atmosphere, far from the pressures of the world. The Tipi is located at the end of the campsite and therefore relatively private. It has a lovely painted white lining and a woodburning stove with a fireguard. Furnished with four wooden beds - two singles and one double - all of which are covered with comfortable mattresses, silk throws. and cushions. There is a storage chest full of extra blankets, a low table, a calor gas camping stove and all of your cooking equipment – pans, plates, kettle, mugs and cutlery. The wooden floor has rugs and sheepskins. Lighting is provided by a string of LED's and hanging lanterns. We supply firelighters and a good supply of chopped, dry and seasoned hardwood in a basket. Outside is a picnic bench, a camp fire area and benches to while away the hours!

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Alachigh

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Yurt · Sleeps 6

We've made the Alachigh ourselves (it took about six months) sourcing the oak timbers locally and steam-bending them to form a curve which connects the crown to the oak floorboards. We have covered this wooden framework in a stone coloured 12 oz canvas and adorned the inside with a marquee lining, together with 'drapes' which give a little privacy between the beds and creates a soft and homely atmosphere. The Alachigh is 24' in diameter and comfortably sleeps six. There are four single pine beds and a double bed, all of which have covered foam mattresses, silk throws, pillows and large cushions. In the centre is a cast iron wood burning stove surrounded by a fitted fireguard. Sheepskins, rugs and cushions adorn the Alachigh for that extra comfort. There is also a sofa bed/settee, a large coffee table/chest (which contains plenty of extra blankets), three bedside tables, a large shelving unit, all of your cooking equipment and a calor gas two ringed burner. Lighting is provided by a string of LED's around the crown and hanging lanterns. We also supply firelighters and a basket of seasoned hardwood. Outside there is a large picnic bench and a camp fire area, together with a trivet if you'd like to cook over an open fire and stunning views of the Welsh countryside.

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Bentwood Yurt

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Yurt · Sleeps 4

The wooden frame for the Bentwood yurt is made of oak and it has a marquee lining on the inside which softens the interior, giving it a warm and homely feeling. The Bentwood yurt has a cast iron wood stove which gives out plenty of heat, even in the depths of winter, and is furnished with four pine beds - two singles and a double. Comfortable mattresses, covers and pillows are supplied, together with a chest full of blankets if its get a little cold. The wood flooring is made from locally sourced larch trees and is covered in rugs and sheepskins. There are also shelves, a low table and a two ringed calor gas burner with all of your cooking equipment. Lighting is from a string of LED's around the crown and hanging lanterns - all creating a comfortable and superb place to relax and unwind from the chaos that is the world today! Outside the yurt there is a campfire area, wooden benches and a picnic bench.

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Lavvu

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Canvas tent · Sleeps 4

The Lavvu is exceptionally cosy! It is adorned inside with a marquee lining (giving quite an ethereal atmosphere) and has a lovely wood burning stove in the centre with a fluted fire cowl. Guests staying here have commented on how quickly it warms up and how very snug it is. You can use the stove as a hob for cooking or use the calor gas camping stove provided. Furnishings include four wooden beds, two singles and a double, all of which are covered in mattresses, pillows, colourful throws and large cushions. There is a dining table with four stools, a chest full of blankets and a wooden chest containing cooking equipment, i.e. pots and pans, crockery and cutlery. The wooden base is covered in carpeting, rugs and sheepskins. Lighting is provided by a string of LED's around the crown and lanterns. Outside there is a campfire area and a picnic bench.

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100% Recommend8 Ratings · 8 reviews

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· April 2024

With kids ·

Bentwood Yurt

We had an amazing few days in the yurt. We had everything we need and thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The hosts Fran and Tony were superfriendly and made us feel very welcome. We appreciate all of the small details in and around the yurt and we had absolutely everything we need for our stay.I would highly recommend and look forward to coming back again soon. Many thanks for a lively stay :)

Rollo O.

2 years on Hipcamp

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· September 2022

Magical

Native American Tipi

Fran was extremely helpful and the whole place is a wonderful. A magical little wooden kingdom.

Eamon R.

3 years on Hipcamp

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· August 2022

First family holiday away

With kids ·

Mongolian Ger

Absolutely loved our stay I'm Larkhill campsite for the three days we where there in a Yurt and tepee, the kids adored the outside feel as much as we did. Very close to nature essential facilities all catered for in a unique and remarkable way. Offgrid and beautiful. Thankyou so much, we have recommended you to all family and friends. Will definitely be back again. Diva,Antony, cassie and Otto.

Diva M.

3 years on Hipcamp

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· June 2022

With kids ·

Mongolian Ger

We loved our Mongolian yurt. I was nice and cosy and warm. Even if the weather wasn't so great we had fantastic time.

Agnieszka R.

3 years on Hipcamp

September 2020

My partner and I stayed in Mongolian Ger for 2 nights and the experience was incredible, to say the least. Everything from the amazingly detailed interior of the yurt to the lovely wood carvings dotted around the woodland surroundings. It was perfect. A little quieter than the normal time of year, but personally I thought that was just perfect, a lovely short break to sit back, relax and enjoy the beauty of nature. I will definitely be returning next year! Can't wait to try out the other yurts!! :)

Caitlin W.

5 years on Hipcamp

September 2020

We have just returned from our lovely visit to Larkhill with our two teenage boys. From the outset Fran was so hospitable and everything you could possibly want or need was catered for. The setting is beautiful and the way the land has been nurtured and managed is really inspiring. We stayed in The Alachigh which had plenty of room, was super cosy with the wood burner and had a lovely window to watch the sunset from.We would highly recommend a visit.

Simon ?.

5 years on Hipcamp

May 2014

Just perfect. Stayed for two nights in the lavvu, which was cosy and snug. Kids loved it and didn't want to leave. Explored some lovely beaches. Larkhill is beautiful, well thought out and very welcoming. We all want to go back again soon. Highly recommended.

Looby 9.

11 years on Hipcamp

May 2011

Awesomely beautiful place. Comfortable, welcoming, relaxing. Just returned from 3rd visit, and most other people staying were also on return visits. Stayed in Mongolian Ger (Yurt) with 2 young children. They had the best time, as they can have so much freedom. A truly peaceful place for a getaway, and a good base for exploring West Wales.

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14 years on Hipcamp

Location

Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire, Wales, United KingdomTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

Hosted by Fran W.

Joined in September 2016

From the host

An award winning eco-friendly campsite in west Wales established in 2003. We have five different comfortable nomadic structures – an Alachigh, a Mongolian Ger, a Bentwood Yurt, a Lavvu and a Native American tipi. All are in their own 'space' and have comfortable beds with wood-burning stoves, set in and around an established woodland on a 20 acre smallholding. With panoramic views, woodland walks with wood carvings around each corner and a woodland children's play area. Hand-made stepping stones weave in and around the campsite to prevent muddy paths! We have rare breed sheep, chickens and ducks. The whole campsite is run from alternative energy and all equipment is provided including extra blankets. Facilities include a communal campfire area, a log cabin for everyone to use, two hot showers and two loos - one compost and one flush. We provide a friendly service and are on hand at all times.

Nearby attractions

Situated between Cardigan Bay and the Carmarthenshire coastline glampers here are spoilt for choice for white sandy beaches. Other nearby attractions include the free-to-enter National Wool Museum (01559 370929), just four miles from site where kids can have a go at weaving, and the splendid National Botanic Garden (01558 668768), 20 miles away. There’s canoeing and kayaking on the Teifi River – try Llandysul Paddlers (01559 363209), 7 miles from site. Horse-riding adventures can be booked with Blanca Trekking (07890 868994), based 11 miles from site and there’s mountain-biking at Brechfa Forest, 17 miles away. Just over 20 miles away in New Quay, you can join dolphin-watching boat trips out in to Cardigan Bay. For something more relaxing, there’s massage and healing available at the Malindi Centre – and you can even organise to have a massage on site!

Food and drink

On site you can buy eggs from the site’s very free-range chickens and honey produced from its beehives. For more supplies, the closest shops are in Newcastle Emlyn, 7 miles from site, where you’ll also find a host of cafes too. The vegetarian Riverside Cafe (01239 710404) comes recommended by Fran as does Caws Cenarth; an award-winning cheese makers where you can not only buy some local cheese, but watch it being made too. For a traditional Welsh country pub with good food, try The Nag’s Head Inn at Abercych (01239 841200) - the 10-mile drive is well worth it.

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