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Hayton Hideaways

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· Brampton Carlisle, Cumbria, England

1 acre hosted by Jo H.

Best in North West England: 1st place

Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2023.

Best glamping: Finalist

Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2023.

Luxury pod glamping on the edge of a pretty Cumbrian village between the Lake District and Hadrian’s Wall

Sunset is a great time to sit on the veranda of your pod at Hayton Hideaways. The view, with the sun setting over distant hills, is fantastic but which of those hills to walk tomorrow? There’s nearby Castle Carrock, Blencathra in the Lake District and Criffel over the border in Scotland; all visible in the panorama. Decisions, decisions.

With such an inspiring view, it’s no wonder that three of the luxury glamping pods at Hayton Hideaways are named after the fells. The fourth is named after another local landmark the Gelt – a nearby wooded river that’s also well worth a walk. This is Cumbria at its best; the green countryside between Hadrian’s Wall and the Lake District. But even without one of Britain’s best-known historic landmarks and its best-loved national park within a 30-minute drive, this place would be worth a visit.

The four luxury glamping pods are situated on a farm with a friendly, traditional pub just a short stroll across fields away. Mention that you’re staying at Hayton Hideaways, Jo and Dan’s place, and you’ll be welcomed like a local yourself. Your hosts, farmer Dan and his wife, are as much a part of village life as the annual May Day Celebrations, Beer Festival, Scarecrow Competition and Open Gardens Event. They’ll let you know if there’s anything going on during your stay and are happy to give you tips on places to visit.

But what of the accommodation itself? Each of the locally crafted, luxury timber pods sleeps up to four and is self-contained with an equipped kitchen, shower room and toilet. Outside, each has a decked veranda, a fire pit and barbecue. Criffel and Blencathra pods have a sunroom so you can enjoy the views in all weathers. If you like your glamping with an emphasis on the glam, choose Blencathra and hire the optional hot tub. Do that, and procrastinating over which fell to walk tomorrow might just take a little longer.

Activities

Biking

Hiking

Natural features

Forest

Mountainous

Field

Farm

99%

50 Ratings · 42 reviews

Leah B.recommends

April 28, 2023

Castle Brae - enclosed garden

Thoroughly enjoyed our trip to Hayton hideaways! We took our two year old and two dogs and was perfect for all of them. Plenty to explore and a park within a couple walk away. Nice and spacious cabin and very comfortable bed as well as a hot tub available for use

Megan G.recommends

April 10, 2023

Criffel - Luxury dog friendly with Hot Tub

Myself, my partner and our little dog loved our stay at Hayton’s Hideaways. We spent three nights there, enjoying the hot tub, having a bbq exploring all the lovely hiking trails.

Jayne R.

February 12, 2023

Blencathra - Luxury Pod with Hot Tub

Honest review

Host Dan was lovely and friendly on arrival and we saw him later for a chat at the pub. We informed Dan the microwave was not working which was why we were at the pub for food as we had bought microwaveable food with us and had not intended to be out. Dan said he would have to look at it tomorrow. We didn’t see him again and had to buy other food to cook on the hob. The hot tub was lovely and what we paid the extra for. There was not enough kitchen equipment for use. The bed is tiny. The pigme goats wandering around are lovely. Two nights were enough. Its not comfortable for longer sorry. We found the set up generally very good but not the comfort you would expect. The local community is extremely friendly and we felt welcomed by all at the pub and the the food was great. Sorry to say negatives but it could be better.

Kirsty P.recommends

January 17, 2023

Blencathra - Luxury Pod with Hot Tub

Perfect location for our short break, hosts very friendly & helpful. The accommodation was very clean ad soooooo comfortable. The views and hot tub were a perfect combination, the only downside to us as we took food to cook in the oven,,there wasn't one but we managed with microwave and hot plates but a small oven would be perfect. will defo be going back for another visit.

George H.recommends

January 6, 2023

Castle Brae - enclosed garden

It was a brilliant relaxing stay, lovely views and nice and peaceful.

Amanda A.recommends

November 6, 2022

Gelt - Luxury Pod - dog friendly

Had a lovely weekend with my partner and dog. The cabin was immaculate and came with everything we would ever need. The cabin was equipped with heaters and a lovely hot shower! Perfect for a weekend away. Situated on farmlands the area was quiet and peaceful. A short walk away a small village for a pint and some food. Would recommend and will be coming back soon for our next getaway!

Location

Brampton Carlisle, Cumbria, England, United KingdomTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

Hosted by Jo H.

Joined in November 2020

From the host

We are a small site of six luxury en suite glamping pods (4 with hot tub). We opened in August 2020 and are located on a small farm on the outskirts of the picturesque village of Hayton, Brampton, Cumbria. We have panoramic views of the Lakeland fells, the Solway Firth and up towards South west Scotland. Pods all have firepits. Gas or charcoal BBQs are available to hire. Hadrian's Wall is a short drive away from the site and we are a 30 minute drive from the Lake District. Hosts Dan and Joanne Hutton are very welcoming and nothing is too much trouble. We have a lovely village play park which is a short stroll from the site and the Village Pub, The Stone Inn, Hayton serving home cooked meals and takeaways is also less than five minutes walk down into the village.

Nearby attractions

There’s a shortcut across a field to the children’s play area in Hayton which also has a pretty church and a friendly pub. The village also has a private swimming pool which you can hire by the hour (07407 008000). There are walks and cycle route (Sustrans route C72) straight from the site. The market town of Brampton is three miles from Hayton Hideaways, with Talkin Tarn country park a couple of miles further where there’s boating and paddleboarding available. Carlisle is seven miles from Hayton and Hadrian’s Wall is nearby. A great place to start exploring it is at Birdoswald Roman Fort (0370 333 1181), 10 miles from the glamping site from where you can walk to the famous and photogenic tree at Sycamore Gap. The Scottish border is less than 20 miles from Hayton, and the Lake District National Park is just 30 miles south. The coast, within the Solway Firth Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, is about the same distance west.

Food and drink

There are a range of food and drink options which you can pre-order for your pod including BBQ packs, Cumbrian breakfast hampers, packed lunches and bottles of prosecco or Champagne (all at extra cost). The closest pub, The Stone Inn (01228 670896) is a five-minute walk away but there are a range of other recommended country pubs within a few minutes’ drive including The String of Horses (01228 670297), The Queen Inn, the Duke of Cumberland (01228 670341) and The Pheasant Inn (01228 560102). There’s also Hayton Farm Shop with a little tea room attached (01228 670518). But for more supplies and places to eat out, head for Brampton, three miles away.

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