Orchard Hideaways offers unique social spaces and camping pods on the edge of the Lake District. Nestled within an ancient apple tree orchard, Orchard Hideaways is the perfect rural escape. Located within walking distance of the historic market town, Penrith, and within easy reach of the M6 and the West Coast Main Line. With the Lake District on its doorstep, this is an ideal location to explore the UNESCO World Heritage site.
Family and dog friendly glamping pods with individual kitchenettes and al fresco dining areas!
Modern onsite facilities with a playground and bike storage, plus luxury areas available to hire
Set in an ancient apple orchard just off the A66, ten minutes from the Lake District and Ullswater
Come and enjoy a rural retreat close to Penrith, where your surroundings are lush farmland and scenes that set off the country vibe. Located ten minutes from Lake Ullswater and Pooley Bridge, five minutes from the historic market town of Penrith, and within five of all major public/private travel options (bus, train, the M6 and car hire), exploring the Lake District couldn't be easier. The site boasts 16 camping pods, each pet friendly and complete with a fridge, kettle, microwave, plates, bowls, mugs, and cutlery. To keep you warm, all the pods are fully insulated with heating, lighting, and plug points. All the pods are pet friendly and vary in size, suitable for between two and four guests. Each bed comes with a fitted sheet, however bedding is not provided. Guests can push the twin beds together to create a double style if required too. Each pod has an outdoor bench and BBQ point for disposable BBQs. Guests will also have access to two social spaces, The Chill Out and Sizzle Shack (extra cost), a covered communal seating area, kid's outdoor play area, bike hire and secure storage, clothes washing and drying facilities, and free site WiFi, the site has something for everyone. If you are celebrating a special occasion or you just want to treat yourself, you can also look to hire out one of the site's two social areas. 'The Chill Out' looks straight out of a glamorous TV show, kitted out with a jacuzzi, a sauna, a sunken seating area and more. For cooking up a treat, the Sizzle Shack offers a Scandinavian BBQ hut with a flame grill fire. Fire pits and open fires and prohibited, and disposable BBQs are only permitted in the areas provided. Orchard Hideaways is open all year round.
Orchard Hideaways is open all year round.
Max 2 people
This pod is furnished with two single beds. Complete with a mini-fridge, kettle, microwave, plates, bowls, mugs and cutlery and is fully insulated with heating, lighting and a plug socket. Bedding is not provided.
Max 3 people
Furnished with two single beds and an extra mattress, these pods are fully insulated with heating, lighting and electric plug points. Complete with a mini-fridge, kettle, microwave, plates, bowls, mugs and cutlery. Bedding is not provided.
Max 3 people
Furnished with two single beds and an extra mattress, these pods are fully insulated with heating, lighting and electric plug points. Complete with a streaming TV, mini-fridge, kettle, microwave, plates, bowls, mugs, cutlery. Bedding is not provided.
Max 4 people
Furnished with a bunk bed, a single bed and an extra mattress on the floor if requested. Complete with a fridge, kettle, microwave, plates, bowls, mugs and cutlery and is fully insulated with heating, lighting and a plug sockets. Bedding is not provided.
Max 4 people
Featuring an enclosed garden, a bunk bed and two single beds, these pods are fully insulated with heating, lighting and electric plug points. Complete with a streaming TV, fridge, kettle, microwave, plates, mugs and cutlery. Bedding is not provided.
Max 4 people
Furnished with a bunk bed and two single beds, these pods are fully insulated with heating, lighting and electric plug points. Complete with a streaming TV, fridge, kettle, microwave, plates, bowls, mugs, cutlery. Bedding is not provided.
Ullswater is a ten minute drive from your glamping hideaway, one of the major attractions of the Lakes for you to enjoy. You'll find a proper Cumbrian market town and all the fun of exploring its cute streets and tempting shops is just a 20 minute drive away in Keswick.
On rainy days, make a beeline for the Rheged Activity Centre, just a ten minute walk away, where you can catch great arts and cultural events or browse independent shops.
Skiddaw Mountain is 30 minutes away in the car, ideal for climbers and trekkers who want to take on the challenge.
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