The Huts at Elmley Nature Reserve

The highlights

• Inspiring landscapes - Elmley Nature Reserve is surrounded by stunning scenery.
• Comfy and cosy cabins and huts offer a fabulous rural retreat for couples and groups of friends looking to escape to the countryside.
• Relax in an outdoor bath tub and take in the amazing views.
• Enjoy all of the wildlife on display including hundreds of species of birds.
• Peaceful and serene, yet still only one hour from London, Elmley offers a great base from which to explore Kent.
• Glamp in style and feel truly at one with nature whilst still remaining warm and protected from the elements.
• Book extra excursions and activities including wildlife experiences, bird watching tours, wellness treatments, yoga, wine tasting, candle making and painting.
• The huts each have a wood or gas burning stove along with access to home-cooked meals that can be delivered to your door.
• The huts have simple cooking facilities for self-catering.
• Fantastic eco credentials - the units are sustainably powered, made from sustainable wood, insulated with eco-insulation. All food and drinks are locally sourced.

You should know

• One-night stays are only offered during the week, not at the weekend
• WiFi is available in the communal areas.
• Little Owl and Samphire do not have mains electricity but the other huts do.

The detail

Soothe your soul in this vast sprawling wilderness that sits on an island in the Thames. This wonderful and serene nature reserve is situated away from the hustle and bustle of towns and cities, whilst remaining just one hour from London. Elmley Nature Reserve is a 3,300 acre estate with a spectacular landscape, giant skies and lovely wildlife all around. Couples, families and groups of friends who are looking to escape to the countryside can make the most of the variety of accommodation on offer.

There are six huts and two cabins on offer and natural beauty at every turn. Whether you’re in one of the modern dwellings with big windows offering breathtaking views, or one of the more rustic cosy cabins, you’re sure to feel at one with nature. Comfy living spaces, these cabins and huts feature wonderful beds and are all great for couples who are after a romantic rural retreat.

Relax and unwind in The Saltbox, The Ferrymans, and The Damson These bespoke huts have fully opening glass bifold doors allowing you to be even closer to nature. They also have supremely comfortable king sized beds and offer spectacular views of the astounding scenery.

Or you may prefer Little Owl or Samphire, both traditional shepherds huts with vintage chic design and a rustic, rural feel. Both have comfy beds and despite having no electricity, you can keep lovely and toasty thanks to their traditional wood burning stoves. You may wish to opt for Vanellus, which does have electricity, as well as a floor to ceiling window perfect for stargazing at night. There’s also a luxurious king sized bed inside as well as stylish reclaimed wooden floors and an en suite bathroom.

You can also hire two cabins, called Martha's Hut and The Roost. Martha's Hut has a fully glazed side for spectacular views and a fantastic deck with an outside bath where you can unwind in style whilst taking in your beautiful surroundings. The Roost also has an outdoor bath tub as well as a cosy log burner to keep you toasty and warm inside.

Guests can order meals to be delivered hot to their accommodation, including breakfast baskets, picnic lunches and delicious, wholesome supper hampers. Drinks can also be provided! You also have access to The Linhay, an old barn, that is a lovely rustic un-serviced space with comfy seating, games, books and a woodburner for guests to enjoy.

During your stay the friendly, experienced team can help make your days extra special by arranging a number of fabulous extras for you. These include wildlife experiences, bird watching tours, wellness treatments, along with activities such as yoga, wine tasting, candle making and painting. Simply enquire when booking to find out more.

Elmley Nature Reserve is known for its spectacular scenery and the wide array of wildlife on display. Wander the grounds and take in the sights whilst gazing upon hundreds of species of birds, as well as hares darting around, owls swooping down and seals fishing in the river. These charming and comfortable huts are ideally placed to offer guests unrivalled access to all of this and more. There’s plenty to see and do in the area, meaning you can hop in your car and explore the pretty towns of Sheppey, Whitstable and Faversham. Keen ramblers can also head onto the Kent Downs, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, as well as some stunning beaches. Canterbury is also not too far and history buffs can visit the astounding Leeds Castle.

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