Do you like the idea of camping in the great outdoors but can’t deal with the lack of comfort or facilities? Glamping could be the ideal solution for you!
What is Glamping?
Glamping is a high-end version of camping; allowing you to become fully immersed in nature, with all the comforts and luxuries found in a holiday home or hotel. Your accommodation is already set up for you, so no need to mess around with tent poles and mallets – simply arrive and relax! Glamping appeals to many different people, such as couples, families, groups of friends, solo adventurers and even honeymooners.
What’s the History Behind Glamping?
The earliest recorded mention of glamping dates back to the 16th Century! The Scottish Duke of Atholl created the first ever glamping experience in the Scottish Highlands for King James V and his mother in the 1500s. African safari tents began to gain in popularity amongst the rich in the 1920s, before the term “glamping” travels to the UK in 2005. By 2007, glamping has become a popular phenomenon in the UK and Ireland, and the trend can even be seen in the USA.
Types of Glamping Accommodation
Although by no means an exhaustive list, these are the most popular types of glamping accommodation:
Tents, such as bell tents or safari tents (like ours!) – think of them as a luxury holiday home but with canvas instead of walls
Yurts – a traditional-style tent which has an open floor with a fire in the middle
Treehouses – wooden structures that are perched amongst the treetops
Tipis – reminiscent of traditional North American camps, tipis are wide at the bottom with a peak at the top
Pods – a newer form of glamping accommodation, often made of wood and using eco-friendly methods for fuel and warmth
Our Luxury Canvas Lodges
Our luxurious canvas tents contain all the essentials you could possibly need for a short break away, as well as offering ultimate comfort and style. All our tents feature 3 bedrooms – including one king, one twin and one child’s bed. The spotlight cabin bedroom features its own canopy, double mattress, and hatched doors, making it the ideal hideaway for children. Each bedroom has its own access to the shower and toilet facilities.
What’s Provided?
Our kitchen area is well-equipped with a wood burning stove, gas burner, fire pit and a small refrigerator. You can either cook indoors on the wood burning stove and gas burner or choose to indulge in some alfresco dining using the outdoor fire pit. As well as containing these essential appliances, we also provide a kettle, teapot, cafetiere, teabags (standard and herbal) and sugar, as well as all the crockery, glassware, cutlery, and cooking equipment you could ever need. For washing up, we provide eco washing up liquid, cleaning spray, dishcloth, scrubbers, and tea towels.
We leave bath towels, hand towels, a bathmat, hand wash and toilet roll for the bathroom; and bed linen, pillows, duvets and quilts, throws and hot water bottles for the bedrooms. We supply plenty of logs, kindling, matches and fire lighters to light up the fire pit and indoor stove, as well as board games and books for some evening entertainment.
Upon request, we can provide a travel cot with linen, highchair, all-terrain buggy, changing mat, baby bath, toys, and crockery for young children. If you’re bringing your four-legged friend away on holiday with you, we can supply a dog sleeping mat, towels, bowls, treats and poo bags.
What Should I Pack?
All-weather clothing – we all know that the British weather can be unpredictable!
Towels for swimming
Picnic blanket
Books and/or magazines
Children’s toys
Walking boots and/or wellies
Backpack for days out
Camera
Chargers for phones and other devices
Toiletries
Food and drink
Activities to Enjoy Whilst Glamping
There are various activities to enjoy whilst glamping – whether you are holidaying with your family, friends or other half, there’s something to suit everyone! Here are just some of the things you can do whilst glamping:
Discover the beauty of nature – here in the spectacular mid Devon countryside, you should take the time to soak in that fresh country air and observe the brilliant British wildlife
Visit some local attractions – there are so many attractions to visit here in Devon, including beautiful beaches, glorious gardens, adventurous outdoor activities, and idyllic towns and villages
Go walking or cycling – we are surrounded by a vast network of walking and cycling trails, including the Exe Estuary Trail, Tarka Trail, Tarr Steps, Wistman’s Wood, and Hound Tor
Gather round the fire – the fire pit is a place of community and bonding; enjoy delicious food and drink whilst reconnecting with your friends or family
Go Glamping at Exe Valley Glamping
Set within our 150-acre family farm, Exe Valley Glamping provides the perfect escape from daily life, allowing you to reconnect with nature and each other. Enjoy mesmerising scenery and catch up with family and friends - all without sacrificing home comforts.
We have limited availability for this summer, so book now to avoid disappointment!