8 of the best lodge cabins to rent in the UK this winter

Log cabins might bring to mind wild, wooded locations in Canada, but they’re also a big deal in the UK. And these Brit staycation escapes aren’t as rustic on the inside as they look on the exterior, with many boasting fancy kitchens, luxurious bathrooms and even a hot tub on the terrace. Perfect for a peaceful solo holiday, romantic break or getaway with a group of friends (maximum six, obvs), here’s our guide to the best lodge holidays in the UK.

We’re not actually that bothered about flying abroad if we can stay at this clifftop cabin, which looks more like the Caribbean than Cornwall. There’s a hot tub with never-ending sea and sky views, coastal-inspired decor and a beach below. We love everything about the place, from the double bed with cloud-like bed linen and cute ensuite shower to the splendid welcome hamper which includes Prosecco. Throw in some board games, a barbecue and Netflix and it’s pretty much perfect.

Go there: Sleeps two, from £1250 per week or £995 for a short break (that’s £497pp).

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A private beach, rowing boat and hot tub are just some of the amazing extras you can expect to find at Island Lodge, a secret cabin tucked away on a 130-acre nature reserve in the Cotswolds’ countryside. A site of scientific interest, guests may hear nightingales warble, see kingfishers dive into water and dragonflies glide by, when they’re not busy having an in-cabin spa treatment or piling more logs onto the fire pit.

Go there: Sleeps four, four nights from £1355 (that’s £338pp)

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Watching sunset from a sunken hot tub is a highlight at this secluded retreat on a working farm in the heart of rural Shropshire. It’s life in the slow lane here; hammocks for daydreaming, a fire pit to sit around, a lake to swim in and maybe a game of tennis if you’re feeling really energetic. It’s self-catering, but there’s a local pub within walking distance if you don’t fancy cooking every night.

Go there: Sleeps four, two nights from £410 (that’s £102pp)

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At the end of a footpath in a ‘hidden meadow’ above the village of Maerdy, you’ll find this cosy cabin, which has an open-plan living area, bi-fold doors, well-equipped kitchen and all the views. Outside you can cook up a feast on the barbecue - head to nearby market town Corwen for fresh, local produce - soak in the hot tub and sunbathe on the deck, or snuggle in blankets around the fire pit in winter.

Go there: Sleeps four, seven nights from £423 (that’s £105pp)

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Hidden away in countryside yet just an hour from London, The Nook’s a romantic escape for two, or an ideal place to retreat solo if you want some breathing space. Small yet perfectly formed from natural materials, it has a tiny shower suite, dinky kitchen and small mezzanine bedroom, everything you need for a comfy weekend away. There’s plenty of extras too, like a tin hot tub, pond and a fire bowl for keeping warm and cooking beneath the stars. Your neighbours are sheep and pheasant and there are walks and bike trails in nearby Epping Forest to enjoy.

Go there: Sleeps two, from £155pn (that’s £77pp)

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This cabin of dreams sits in a field which is part of a small hillside farm above the tranquil River Taw. Its Scandi-style is chic and refreshingly simple, from the pale wood floors and walls to the log burner and soft rugs, and the bi-fold doors which slide back to open up an entire corner of the lodge are stunning. To sit outside by the fire pit or in the wood-fired hot tub? These are the kind of holiday options we like.

Go there: Sleeps four, from £135pn (that’s £34pp).

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Check into a three-bedroom woodland view lodge here and your hols are off to a great start: there’s a free bottle of sparkling wine on arrival, which you can drink in your private outside hot tub. Inside, there’s an immaculate open-plan kitchen, lounge and dining area and loads of lovely extras like a Nespresso machine for your morning coffee and Molton Brown toiletries in the two sleek bathrooms. Lots of activities to enjoy, from hiking through ancient Sherwood Forest pretending to be Robin Hood (just us?) to photography walks with falconry.

Go there: Sleeps six, three nights in a woodland view superior, from £821 (that’s £136pp)

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Swimming pools, spas and four hundred acres of forest to explore are part of the allure at these popular parks found in Cumbria, Nottinghamshire, Wiltshire, Bedfordshire and Ireland. There are plenty of wood lodges to choose from, including ‘exclusive lodges’ which come with a hot tub, sauna, wine cooler and games room with a pool table. We also like the look of the treehouses.

Go there: Sleeps eight, four nights in woodland lodge, from £699 (that’s £87pp), or in an exclusive lodge, from £1599;

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