Abbots Reading Farm Octolodges

Ulverston, Cumbria

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Abbots Reading Farm Octolodges offer luxury glamping cabins set within a working farm and located in idyllic surroundings in the Rusland Valley. The octolodges are in a slightly elevated position to enjoy the stunning views across to the Coniston mountains. The site is close to many of the Lake District attractions and lovely Lakeland towns and villages.

About the site

Glamping lodges are offered on a family-run, working farm in the picturesque Rusland Valley. The site is between Newby Bridge and Ulverston in the South Lakes. Nestled in a beautiful, peaceful countryside location which is rich in a variety of birds and wildlife, there's a chance to truly get away from it all in the Lakes. The farm has a herd of pedigree cattle, a fold of Highland cows, a flock of Herdwick sheep and free range hens all of which will delight children. There are six, spacious octolodges which are well insulated so they are warm and cosy. The lodges are in varying sizes to suit different group sizes, but all have memory foam mattresses, a fridge, kettle, microwave, TV and a heater and the larger octolodges have a pull out table. A decked balcony outside allows you to sit back and watch the local wildlife or take in spectacular views across to the Coniston mountains, especially at sunset. If you'd like to bring a BBQ or camping stove for roasting marshmallows, there's a space provided beside the lodge for outdoor cooking. The heated toilet and shower facilities are less than a minutes walk away from the octolodges. Next to the octolodges is a large undercover barn area which is incredibly useful if the weather is wet, as there is a communal BBQ area, picnic tables, washing up area and laundry to keep busy with until the sun returns. There is also table tennis and table football in the barn too and a small football pitch with toddler climbing frame outside, to keep children well entertained.

The site is open from Easter until mid October.

Facilities and amenities

Accessible facilities

Adult only

Allow commercial vans

Allow pets on site

Café / restaurant / takeaway

Drinking water

Family friendly

Fires allowed

Shop

Showers

Toilets

WiFi

Communal BBQ

Games room

Glamping

Kids playground

Laundry

Near pub

Peaceful

Facilities include a heated shower and toilet block for guests, plus a freezer for ice packs, an undercover barn with washing up area, communal BBQ area, picnic tables and laundry. There's also space to play table tennis and table football, as well as a small football pitch and toddler climbing frame. Free parking is available at the site.

Map and address

Park address

Abbots Reading Farm Octolodges,

Haverthwaite, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 8JP

Coordinates

54.2567, -3.0090 | SD 34 85

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Abbots Reading Farm Octolodges is ideal for...

Couples

Older children (13+)

Young children

There are 6 accommodation options on-site

6 x Octolodges

Well insulated and spacious octagonal wooden glamping lodges, with memory foam mattresses, fridge, kettle, microwave, TV and a heater. Each has a decked balcony with table and chairs.

Site tariff

Interested in staying at Abbots Reading Farm Octolodges?

Unfortunately Abbots Reading Farm Octolodges doesn't share their availability calendar with us yet. Availability changes quickly, especially in summer, so we recommend enquiring by phone to avoid missing out.

Site rules and policies

* We are sorry but we do not allow dogs .

Things to do on site and in the Ulverston area

Situated in the beautiful Rusland Valley, there are lots of walking and cycling opportunities on the doorstep at the lodges, with stunning scenery and an abundance of birds and wildlife. You'll find you have the perfect base for walkers and be sure to explore the breathtaking scenery of the Lakes. Whether you are looking for a quiet, relaxing break or a fun- filled, action-packed holiday.

Just about a mile from the farm is the Lakeside and Haverthwaite Railway where you can take the steam train to Lakeside and then cruise on Lake Windermere with stops at Bowness or Ambleside. The Lakes Aquarium is also at Lakeside and can show you what is really going on deep beneath the water.

Just across from the site is the Lakeland Motor Museum for car enthusiasts and about six miles beyond that is Grizedale Forest, where bike hire is available for some adrenaline-packed cycling. There are opportunities for horse riding about 2 miles away from the farm.

The site is close to Coniston Lake where a designated boating centre hires out motor boats, rowing boats, sailing boats, kayaks, canoes and paddle boards for use by active guests. It's a great way to explore what the Lakes have to offer.

There are many other attractions nearby such as The World of Beatrix Potter which is a family favourite, Holker Hall, Brockhole Visitors Centre or a little further afield is Muncaster Castle.

The quaint little market town of Ulverston is only six miles away and Kendal and Barrow in Furness are about a 25 minute drive away.

Three pubs serving hot food are close to the farm,The White Hart in Bouth, The Rusland Pool and The Anglers Arms. There are many other restaurants and eating places in the surrounding area including Cartmel, Hawkshead, Bowness on Windermere.