Little Wilderness

Escape the daily grind at Little Wilderness, a countryside escape on a seven acre smallholding in Wendron with views towards Helston and the Lizard peninsular. With three huts, a shepherd's hut, and two bell tents with kitchens and hammocks, all fully furnished. Just 20 minutes from Cornwall's sandy beaches and Porthleven, or kick back and enjoy the peacefulness amongst the surrounding wildflower meadows.

Why choose Little Wilderness

About the site

Enjoy a countryside escape amongst 25 acres of rewilded wildflower meadows and ancient woodlands, stay just outside of Gweek and at the head of the Helford River with easy access to the Lizard peninsular and Helston. This family run eco glamping site offers families the chance to switch off and reconnect with nature as well as explore all that Cornwall has to offer with sandy beaches and historic harbours within easy reach. There are two bell tents onsite, each set on private deckings with their own kitchen/dining area equipped with a two ring gas cooker, crockery, kettle, BBQ/fire pit and hammock. Each bell tent has a king sized bed with Woolroom bedding for ultimate comfort, and if needed two singles can be added for children at an extra cost. Bath towels are also provided. You'll also have a cool box with ice blocks that are replaced each morning. Whether you're seeking a romantic escape to the countryside or a quiet base for your family holiday, this caters for both! There are also three Wilderness huts onsite, these are set facing the sunset so that you can enjoy a glass of your favourite tipple as you watch the sunset go down. Inside each is a raised king-sized bed set over a cushioned seating area, and a raised single bed that can be accessed via a ladder, for one child up to 12 and one child up to 16. Bedding and towels are provided. There is a wood burning stove, a kettle, a stove top, pans, cooking utensils, crockery, cutlery, and a cool box so you can self-cater if you wish. Outside, you'll find fold-away chairs, a small BBQ and utensils. There is solar-panelled lighting, but you may still want to bring a torch! Ninho shepherd's hut offers space to sleep up to four with a mezzanine king-sized bed, a mezzanine single bed and a double converted dining bench. Inside, there is a wood burner, a small kitchen with an induction hob, sink, utensils and crockery. Outside, you'll have your own fire pit and seating for soaking in the summer evenings. Next door are private shower and toilet facilities. Bedding and towels are provided. Enjoy the peace and quiet of the surrounding countryside, take the public footpaths through the woodlands and wildflower meadows or head to the nearby waterfall! Porthleven is a pretty fishing town with a harbour where you can sit and watch the boats moor up whilst enjoying a coffee or ice cream, only 20 minutes away! Spend nights around the communal fire pit, wood is provided and has been foraged for onsite, and charcoal for BBQs can be bought from the site. Or, the bell tents on grass have a BBQ outside and those on the decking have a fire pit for nights in the open. You can also order locally produced eggs and bacon for tomorrow's breakfast! Sorry, the bell tents and wilderness huts are not pet friendly, but Ninho shepherd's hut is dog friendly.

Little Wilderness is open from 01/04 to 29/11 in 2025 and from 01/03 to 29/11 in 2026. Stay from £100/night for 2 people (2-night minimum).

There are 6 accommodation options on-site

Bookable pitches and accommodation options

2 x Bell Tents on a Private Decking

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2 x Bell Tents on a Private Decking

Max 4 people

Fully furnished bell tents with a double bed and two singles if required. Bedding and towels are provided. Outside is a private decking, fire pit, hammock and an outdoor kitchen with a gas cooker and crockery. Sorry, no pets

3 x Wilderness Huts

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3 x Wilderness Huts

Max 4 people

Glamping huts with a raised single bed 1.8m in length and a raised king-sized bed. Bedding and towels included. Inside seating area with a storage box with games and a wood burning stove. On the porch is a cooking area, cool box, BBQ and seating. No dogs.

Ninho Shepherd's Hut (Dog Friendly)

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Ninho Shepherd's Hut (Dog Friendly)

Max 4 people

Chic shepherd's hut with a mezzaning king-sized bed and single bed, plus a convertible dining bench. Small kitchen area with an induction hob, sink, utensils and crockery. Bedding and towels included. Private shower and toilet facilities. Dog friendly.