There’s no denying that the Lake District is one of the most beautiful regions of the UK.
But how can you make a holiday to the Lake District even better?
By glamping, of course!
And luckily for you, I’ve rounded up all my favourite places to go glamping with a hot tub in the Lake District.
You probably won’t want to leave the comfort of your cosy glamping site but the Lake District’s unparalleled views might tempt you.
From cosy cabins and shepherd’s huts to converted buses and quirky wagons, here are the 10 best glamping holidays with a hot tub in the Lake District.
1. Castle Guards Farm Retreat
Price per night: £170 for 6 people
Address: Bridekirk, Cockermouth, Cumbria CA13 0NG
Castle Guards Farm Retreat firmly deserves its #1 spot at the top of this list.
Just a stone’s throw from Cockermouth, you’ll find these four gorgeous glamping pods, sleeping up to six people across a double bed, a bunk bed, and a sofa bed.
Plus, two of the pods are dog-friendly so you can bring your pup along for the ride too!
In each pod, you’ll find a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, a Smart TV, and an en-suite bathroom.
Step outside and you’ll not only be met by beautiful views of the rolling Cumbrian fields but also a private wood-fired hot tub.
Spend long evenings soaking under the stars, or enjoy an early morning dip enjoying views of the valley.
Emma and Jonny truly go above and beyond to make your stay a special one and it’s clear to see.
And you can even get 15% off your entire stay with the code FARAWAYLUCY15!
2. Hinterlandes Cabin
Price per night: From £155 for 2 people
Address: Thackthwaite, Lorton, Cumbria CA13 0RP
Somewhere that would not look out of place in a remote part of Scotland, Hinterlandes Cabin is what glamping is all about.
Built to the minimal aesthetics of Scandinavian design, hosts John and Hannah have put their heart and soul into this cabin.
From a marble-clad wet room and contemporary brass fittings to ash flooring and ash worktops, this cabin is nothing short of stunning.
Perfect for both winter and summer getaways, the cabin is intelligently engineered for year-round occupancy.
It uses Thermafleece insulation and double glazing to stay warm in winter and cool in summer.
However, perhaps my favourite thing about the cabin is the large panoramic window that frames the view of the woods outside perfectly.
I could happily stare out at this view from the comfort of the cabin for hours.
Outside you’ll find a raised decking and seating area for dining al fresco by the fire pit.
And of course, here is where you can also sit back in your private wood-fired hot tub.
3. Hinterlandes Converted Bus
Price per night: From £100 for 2 people
Address: Thackthwaite, Lorton, Cumbria CA13 0RP
Hinterlandes Converted Bus is an imported American Community bus with a VW t25 welded to the top – something you won’t find anywhere else anytime soon!
Completely stripped out, the two combine to make the ultimate luxury off-grid accommodation.
With an electric mix of features, you could easily spend hours just exploring all the bus’ nooks and crannies.
Some things to look out for are the reclaimed oak strip flooring from a Birmingham school, door handles salvaged from the famous Hempel Hotel, 1950s bulk headlights salvaged from a German cargo ship, cupboard doors from the Natural History Museum and a vintage anglepoise machinist light.
Phew, that’s a lot.
Inside, you’ll find a selection of games, books and maps to entertain you for hours.
I mean that’s if you can resist not spending all your time in the wood-fired hot tub!
After soaking for hours in the tub, crawl into the bed for the perfect night’s sleep.
With an award-winning memory foam mattress, Egyptian cotton sheets, and duck feather cushions, pillows and duvets, you’re guaranteed to sleep like a baby here.
4. Kelker Well Roundhouse
Price per night: From £150 for 4 people
Address: Kelker Well Barn, Carnforth, Lancashire LA6 2PJ
Kelker Well is all about sustainability.
It’s important to the owner, Adele, that her roundhouse is off-grid, and supports the environment and local people wherever possible!
She achieves this in many different ways, from how she constructed the structure of the roundhouse using predominantly local Welsh larch, to heating the roundhouse with a wood burner stove, using wood from the adjacent woodland.
She has even planted two wildflower meadows to support local wildlife!
But you shouldn’t just visit Kelker Well for its sustainable credentials.
This gorgeous roundhouse warrants a visit of its own accord!
Not only is the interior beautiful but it also has everything you could need to have a really special stay.
From a tasty brunch of bread, jam and Whin Yeats Farm eggs and cheese, to guidebooks, books, and games galore, there’s plenty to keep you busy.
Outside, there are spectacular views of the Lake District fells, Yorkshire Dales and Morecambe Bay enjoyed from the comfort of your hot tub or hammock.
5. Thornfield Pods
Price per night: From £85 for 2 people
Address: Hawksdale, Carlisle, Cumbria CA5 7BX
A more budget-friendly option so you can go glamping without breaking the bank, Thornfield Pods may be cheaper but it doesn’t skimp on luxury.
Set in a picturesque landscape and rural setting between the border city of Carlisle and Caldbeck, Thornfield is admittedly slightly out of the Lake District, but these camping pods more than make up for it.
Providing a warm welcome for you, your kids and even your four-legged friends, Thornfield is a great place to take all the family.
Each pod is well-equipped with all the home comforts you could wish for.
There’s a full bathroom-separate shower cubicle, toilet and sink, underfloor heating, a country-style kitchen with a Belfast sink, induction hob, fridge, microwave, kettle and toaster in each pod.
You can choose between extra-large pods which sleep four adults and large pods which sleep two adults.
And you have the option of adding a hot tub to each pod too!
6. Pasturewood Holidays Pods
Price per night: From £130 for 2 people
Address: Highbridge, Dalston, Carlisle, Cumbria CA5 7DR
Like Thornfield, Pasturewood is also a cheeky, out-of-the-Lake-District addition to this list.
But it’s too good not to mention!
The site offers a great range of facilities to make your stay perfect, and their luxury pods benefit from double beds, cooking facilities, en-suite shower rooms and some even have a hot tub.
On top of that, the site is also home to a BBQ house which means you can have a BBQ whatever the weather.
There’s also a play park, games and a shop on-site selling delicious local produce.
If you’re looking for a more romantic getaway for two, Pasturewood also has you covered!
Separate from the main pods, you’ll find the Quiet Pasture, a part of the site specially designed for couples who want to enjoy a private, luxury break in the countryside.
Three of the Quiet Pasture pods include a two-person outdoor wood-fired hot tub, while one lets you enjoy the views from an indoor luxury copper bath.
Each has a star-gazing window too to make your stay extra romantic!
7. Long Valley Yurts
Price per night: From £75 for 6 people
Address: They have yurts in Ullswater, Coniston, Keswick and Windermere
Don’t you wish you could jump into the gorgeous wood-fired hot tub above?
Long Valley Yurts is one of the more unique glamping holidays with a hot tub in the Lake District purely because they don’t have just one site.
Dotted around some of the most picturesque pockets of the Lake District, you’ve got plenty of sites to choose from!
Yurts offer one of the more rustic, back-to-nature glamping experiences.
They are the perfect accommodation to disconnect from the world.
All you need is a mug of hot chocolate, the warmth of the wood-burning stove, and the solar fairy lights twinkling against the canvas as you drift off to sleep.
Waking up to birdsong, you’ll feel refreshed and ready for a day of adventuring in some of Britain’s best scenery.
Each yurt is furnished with a distinctly Moroccan feel with woollen rugs, bright colourful throws, twinkling fairy lights, solar lighting and a large skylight, perfect for evenings spent stargazing.
Inside you’ll also find a games chest, full of games retro and new, so you can disconnect from technology and get a little competitive too!
8. The Stag Shepherds Hut
Price per night: From £150 for 2 people
Address: Birkett Mire, Threlkeld, Keswick, Cumbria CA12 4TT
One of my favourite glamping holidays with a hot tub in the Lake District, The Stag Shepherds Hut is nothing short of gorgeous.
With unparalleled views of the Lake District countryside and a beautifully decorated interior, you won’t be able to decide whether you want to spend most of your time here inside or outside.
With a large king-size bed, cosy sofa, wood burner, well-equipped kitchen with a kettle, toaster and gas hobs, and a modern en-suite bathroom, this hut packs a lot into a small space.
However, it still feels open-plan and expansive. Ideal for all-year-round stays, the wood-burner is backed up by underfloor heating.
This will keep you warm and toasty in the colder months.
Outside, the wood-fired bath makes a perfect spot for lying back and taking in the views (or glorious night skies if you go for a late-night bath!).
Set under a thick oak tree, you won’t find a spot more picturesque than this.
And hosts, Luke and Wendy, supply luxurious white robes to slip into after your dip.
9. Ullswater Heights Safari Tents
Price per night: From £98 for 8 people
Address: Silver Howe Flusco, Newbiggin, Penrith, Cumbria CA11 0JB
Ullswater Heights Safari Tents take ‘heights’ to a whole new level.
I’ve never seen a safari tent with a second level before!
This one’s a bit cheeky too as it’s right on the edge of the Lakes but it still makes the perfect base from which to explore all the Lake District has to offer.
Sleeping eight people, the safari tent is ideal for larger family or friend getaways and you can bring your furry friends along too.
The first floor has four single beds (more suited for children), while the ground floor has a double and a double cabin bed.
If you think this eight-person tent may be too roomy for you, there’s a six-person tent on-site too.
The open-plan living space comes complete with a wall-mounted Smart TV and wood burner, which leads onto a kitchen with fridge/freezer and four-ring electric hob.
Outside, the safari tent has a decking area with gated access, along with quality outdoor furniture and an outdoor hot tub.
10. Evelyn Wagon
Price per night: From £75 for 2 people
Address: Dry Beck Farm, Armathwaite, Cumbria CA4 9ST
Last but by no means least, we have the quirky Evelyn Wagon, another great spot to go glamping with a hot tub in the Lake District!
With a double bed and a small single bed, this wagon sleeps two people.
Or three if you bring your little’un along with you!
With soft, warm quilts and bedding in a wooden interior lit with lanterns, it’s the perfect romantic retreat for two.
And the wood-burning stove will help retain that snugness in winter.
Outside, you’ll find your private compost loo, shower and a fully-equipped kitchenette.
Here you can cook yourself up a feast while taking in the stunning views out across the river to the wooded banks opposite.
You may even get a glimpse of an otter or two floating by!
Of course, you can enjoy these views from the comfort of your own wood-fired outdoor Japanese bath hot tub.
Taking inspiration from Japanese bathing culture where the focus is as much on relaxing the body as washing, this large deep 600-litre bathing tub allows you to uniquely immerse your whole body without lying down.
It also has an armchair-style design so two adults can sit side by side.
Cool, right?!