Under the Stars

Under the Stars: Wiltshire

Glamping never looked so good than at this charming cabin nestled within a wild-flower meadow of a 2500-acre family-owned farm estate. Don't be fooled by its unassuming aluminum exterior. Inside, the cabin is surprisingly spacious and lovingly converted by your hosts to provide all the creature comforts. Expect spotless interiors with a well-equipped traditional kitchen complete with a Belfast sink, a neat en-suite shower, and luxurious Egyptian linens on the king-sized bed and bunk beds for the kids. A welcome hamper brimming with local goodies, including milk, eggs, freshly baked bread, and marshmallows for those obligatory s'mores, will help to settle you in. And you'll bank a blissful night's sleep here – your only neighbours are the occasional peacock or deer strutting by. While away your days watching nature unfold outside on the terraces - the private elevated balcony looking out into surrounding woodland (a great spot for den building) is a beautiful place for a cuppa. Or don your hiking boots for a country walk – perhaps with a pit stop at the welcoming local pub (within walking distance) for a swift pint. Just be sure to make it home for dusk as the sun sets over the surrounding countryside. Placed in one of the UK's largest 'dark-sky' areas, there's much stargazing to be done while getting toasty beside the firepit.

Home truths:
*There's free parking on the premises
*Luggage drop-off is allowed
*This cabin has electricity
*A welcome basket and breakfast is provided
*There's a farm shop and café within the estate, just a five-minute walk away, and a shared tennis court
*You'll check yourself into this home with a keypad
*Child-friendly amenities such as a cot and highchair are available at no additional cost
*A car is recommended due to its remote location
*There is a train station (Grateley) very nearby, and taxis are available from Andover (a sixteen-minute drive away)
*You'll have access to shared laundry facilities should you need them
*There's no Wifi but the phone signal is excellent if you're not ready for a total digital detox