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The Little Retreat

Hosted by Amber · Kilgetty, Wales

10 sites · Lodging · 12 acres

96%

8 reviews

Creature comforts

Enjoy the comforts of home in nature — including real toilets, showers, and kitchen.

Luxury Pembrokeshire glamping with wood-fired hot tubs, near the Daugleddau estuary

The site might be called The Little Retreat, but it’s big on glamping luxuries. Located in the upper walled garden of the Old Castle Estate in Lawrenny, Wales, here you can unwind in geodesic domes or stargazing bell tents with plenty to do on your doorstep. Take a paddleboard out onto the nearby Cleddau river, book a fine dining feast in the estate’s Annwn restaurant, or unwind with a holistic treatment session before sinking into your wood-fired hot tub. There’s everything you need here for a feel-good escape, all in prime position for exploring the beautiful Pembrokeshire Coast National Park.

The Little Retreat is in a unique location, situated in the garden that once provided food for Lawrenny Castle. While the castle no longer remains, in its place is a haven for wellness, with an emphasis on mental and physical rejuvenation. This is exemplified by its Mind Space treatment room – where experienced holistic therapists provide everything from aromatherapy to pampering pedicures – and the nature that surrounds you. Take a walk through Lawrenny's ancient oak woodland, with a circular route taking you riverside, past a popular local pub for a pint, and then to a picturesque quayside tearoom with views out onto the estuary.

The accommodation here is second to none and ideal for couples and small families alike. The insulated geodomes are equipped like a luxury hotel room with their emperor bed, WiFi, and woodburner, while the appropriately named 'Stargazer tents' provide a telescope and pull-back roof that lets you admire the night sky. You don't need to worry about shared amenities here – all guests have access to their own private facilities, including an outdoor kitchen, heated bathroom, and a hot tub for the domes (outdoor bathtubs for tents). It's enough you won't want to leave. But with the idyllic seaside town of Tenby less than 30 minutes away and scenic walks aplenty, it's advised you use your time in The Little Retreat to embark on a big adventure.

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10 sites

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Lodging

10 sites

Bluebell - private hot tub

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(3)

Dome · Sleeps 4

Each of our beautiful domes has a private kitchen, heated bathroom, and outdoor wood-fired hot tub – all tucked within its own secluded garden. Toast marshmallows over an open fire, see the stars in all their bright glory, and cosy up in your insulated, heated dome, which comes with all the mod cons you’d expect from a luxury hotel room, including a Smart TV, wifi and multiple charging points. Set in our Victorian walled garden, our domes get you close to nature but with all the comforts of a luxury break. Here’s what you get: • Private Wood Fired Hot Tub • Woodburner • Private kitchen and bathroom • Fully insulated • Sleeps up to 2 Adults and 2 Children • 1 super king size bed and 2 single beds • Smart TV and WiFi • Coffee Machine • Daily songbird wake up call • Please note we have a low level noise policy so our guests can relax and enjoy the bird song. • Quiet hours are from 10pm to 9am

Campfires allowed

Toilet

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Pets allowed

Showers

Picnic table

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£181

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for 4 guests

Sea Campion - private hot tub

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Dome · Sleeps 4

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Vela - Snuggle Dome

Booked 4 times

Dome · Sleeps 4

Rewild and reset in the snuggle domes in this Georgian Walled Garden orchard.. idyllic for couples ... perfect for families in the summer hols. These are our favourite domes... so cosy, so bright with lovely gardens, a private bathroom and kitchen, plus a fire pit and outdoor bathtub, all tucked into a secluded orchard. Slow down and discover your feelgood with late night fireside laughter and hot dips under the starry heavens. Set in our Victorian walled garden, each Snuggle Dome has a king size bed and two futon chair beds, The Snuggle Domes are open from May until November Here’s what you get: • 5m insulated dome • Sleeps up to 4 • Private bathroom and undercover camp kitchen • Free WiFi • Fire Pit • Table and chairs • Fresh water • Parking • Dogs Welcome (£10 per dog) • Electric

Campfires allowed

Toilet

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Picnic table

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Capella - Snuggle Dome

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Dome · Sleeps 4

Rewild and reset in the snuggle domes... idyllic for couples ... perfect for families in the summer hols. These are our favourite domes... so cosy, so bright with lovely gardens, a private bathroom and kitchen, plus a fire pit and outdoor bathtub, all tucked into a secluded orchard. Slow down and discover your feelgood with late night fireside laughter and hot dips under the starry heavens. Set in our Victorian walled garden, each Snuggle Dome has a king size bed and two futon chair beds, The Snuggle Domes are open from May until November Here’s what you get: • 5m insulated dome • Sleeps up to 4 • Private bathroom and undercover camp kitchen • Free WiFi • Fire Pit • Table and chairs • Fresh water • Parking • Dogs Welcome (£10 per dog) • Electric

Campfires allowed

Toilet

Potable water

Pets allowed

Showers

Picnic table

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for 4 guests

Polaris - Snuggle Dome

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Dome · Sleeps 4

Campfires allowed

Toilet

Potable water

Pets allowed

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Picnic table

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Sirius - Snuggle Dome

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Dome · Sleeps 4

Campfires allowed

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Pets allowed

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Lavender - private hot tub

Booked 2 times

Dome · Sleeps 4

Campfires allowed

Toilet

Potable water

Pets allowed

Showers

Picnic table

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£181

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for 4 guests

Lyra - Snuggle Dome in the orchard

Dome · Sleeps 4

Campfires allowed

Toilet

Potable water

Pets allowed

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Picnic table

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Teasel - private hot tub

Dome · Sleeps 4

Campfires allowed

Toilet

Potable water

Pets allowed

Showers

Picnic table

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£181

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for 4 guests

Travellers Joy - private hot tub

Booked 2 times

Dome · Sleeps 4

Campfires allowed

Toilet

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Pets allowed

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Picnic table

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10 sites

Reviews

96% Recommend14 Ratings · 8 reviews

Mixed feelings

· August 2025

Vela - Snuggle Dome

Overall a lovely couple of days. The pod was really clean & it's a very tidy site. The concept is lovely. Our only issue was the closeness of the pods. They are incredibly near to each other. Even though the family next to us were not talking loudly at all, you could hear every word. You were also able to see straight through the screen separating the 2 pod areas, especially next to the toilet & shower, which was a real shame. This meant we didn't really feel as relaxed as we could've with other people talking & moving around so close to us.

Alison S.

4 months on Hipcamp

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· September 2024

With kids ·

Polaris - Snuggle Dome

Beautiful, spacious and light tent. With good outdoor kitchen, fireplace. Semi outdoor bathtub was a treat with nice hot water. Nice quiet and peaceful location.

Spencer F.

1 year on Hipcamp

Recommends

· August 2024

Perfect mix of camping & hotel

With kids ·

Bluebell - private hot tub

Great food, friendly hosts in a great area with lovely private garden. Tranquil surroundings. A couple of minor tweaks but would stay again!

Harriet T.

1 year on Hipcamp

Recommends

· August 2024

With kids ·

Sea Campion - private hot tub

Excellent host who are always on hand, nice place with private hot tub. We will go back next time.

Haishan P.

1 year on Hipcamp

Recommends

· June 2023

Fantastic venue

With pets ·

Sea Campion - private hot tub

Really lovely venue and so well thought out , fantastic domes , kitted out beautifully with great attention to detail. Kitchen and bathroom were well equipped and host was really helpful . Great area to explore, will definitely recommend to friends.

Judy G.

2 years on Hipcamp

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· May 2023

Fantastic stay!!

With pets ·

Luxury Geodome - private hot tub

My family and I had an amazing time at The Little Retreat. We chose 3 domes next to each other and had a fantastic time. The bed was super comfy and the rooms had excellent amenities, kitchen and bathroom were both fab. We had a beautiful view, lovely weather and a short drive to Freshwater East. We would definitely stay again and would recommend to friends! The domes were clean and the picnic bench and outdoor furniture were great for the hot weather. My sister absolutely loved the hot tub! Thanks again, we would love to come back.

Clarice H.

37 reviews

Recommends

· August 2022

With kids ·

Luxury Stargazing Tents

We enjoyed our 2-day stay at Amber’s stargazer tent. It was very spacious, clean and cosy. Even though we couldn’t see stars because of the rain. It was a wonderful experience watching and listening to the rain while stay clean inside. Bath was great, and a private open kitchen was a plus for glamping. Highly recommend!

Charlotte X.

2 reviews

Recommends

· August 2022

Glamping

With kids ·

Luxury Stargazing Tents

The tent was lovely and the kitchen/bath/toilet were an added bonus especially on such a hot day! The tents are pitched quite close together and we were very conscious our small children were disturbing the people next door! We didn’t realise they’d be so close! The wooden fencing separating the pitches are quite see through so I didn’t feel that it was as private as I’d have liked! The host was very welcoming and we appreciated a phone call to expect shooting stars that night!

Carys D.

4 years on Hipcamp

Location

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

Hosted by Amber L.

Joined in August 2020

From the host

The Little Retreat is set in part of the Georgian walled gardens of the old estate in Lawrenny. Our domes are beautifully set in their own gardens, some with their own wood fired hot tubs, all with bathrooms and kitchens, fully equipped. Lawrenny is a perfect base for exploring the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park with its beaches and stunning coastline. We are on the river Cleddau... a huge estuary with 20 miles of upper river creeks and backwaters with pubs and restaurants along the way. There are huge options for paddleboarding, surfing, cycling and walking, and loads of castles to explore. Folly Farm and Heatherton World of Adventure are close by for kids.

Nearby attractions

Tenby is a 25-minute drive away, widely regarded as one of the best-looking seaside towns in Wales. It's a perfect place for a day out in the sun, with boats embarking from its Castle Beach for pleasant sea-fishing trips and tours of the surrounding islands where you'll see a playful seal or two. If you're with the family, it's just over a 10-minute drive to Oakwood Theme Park, with plenty of activities from rollercoasters to themed rides and soft play areas for the little ones. History buffs will want to make the 20-minute trip to the medieval Pembroke Castle, with a history dating back to the Battle of Hastings and guided tours included in the price of admission. Bookings aren't necessary here, so feel free to walk in and buy a ticket on the day.

Food and drink

The Lawrenny Arms is a little over a 10-minute walk away, a quayside pub with views out onto the water. A popular local for sailors who moor up on the pub's pontoon, you can enjoy a pint while watching the bobbing fishing boats come and go. Expect hearty pub grub, too, with large portions and a good Sunday lunch. Walk a little further beyond the pub and you'll find the award-winning Quayside Tearoom, where guests can tuck into a selection of lunchtime favourites and specials, from roast lobster to local crab and freshly baked baguettes. It's not just tea that's served here – indulge in a pitcher of Sangria while admiring the estuary. On the evenings, The Little Retreat's estate houses the Annwn restaurant, where guests can enjoy a unique dining experience as part of its 10-course menu. Annwn specialises in wild food, meaning that everything you're served is "foraged" produce that's locally sourced, and as such changes with the seasons. It's a one-of-a-kind treat that foodies won't want to miss!