Damson View Glamping
North West England Cumbria Bowness on Windermere
- 5 Glamping Pods
- Walkers Paradise
Adults-only self-contained glamping pods in the Lake District's beautiful Lyth Valley, between Kendal and Lake Windermere.
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Not far beyond the 'Gateway to the Lakes', Kendal and the much-touted delights of Windermere, Damson View is a glamping site with five self-contained pods . Tucked into the beautiful Lyth Valley, it’s not a busy spot despite being easy to get to, all rolling hills, sheep-scattered fields and fruit trees. This lovely site is outdoorsy but very comfortable, close to the village of Crosthwaite, a traditional place with a pretty church, a local inn that once doubled as a blacksmiths and a village school. In days gone by, you might have seen the local farmer’s children here selling damsons from their orchard up the lane. Those kids have long since grown up and instead of sharing fruit, they’re now offering their Damson View.
The orchard may be old but the glamping pods are relatively new arrivals – mini timber cabins that are a perfect size for two people. They offer everything you would expect from a self-catering cottage but in miniature: a made-up double bed, a bathroom with towels and toiletries, a kitchenette, sofa, dining table and TV. Outside there is seating, a firepit and views of the village and the hills beyond. It’s these limestone uplands, Cartmel and Whitbarrow Scar, which help shelter the valley and give it a mild and sunny microclimate – just right for growing juicy fruit and great for glampers too as the west-facing huts are bathed in sun until it dips below the hills.
With a view like that and a prime location in the Lake District National Park, it’s no surprise that Damson View is popular. The walking, cycling and outdoor opportunities around the site are magnificent, starting with the family farm’s private fell behind the pods. Climb it to see views that stretch all the way to Blackpool Tower, head up nearby Gummer’s How for views of Windermere or make your way to the shores of the lake for a cruise. Damson View's Pods are luxurious for people who usually camp, a breath of great-value fresh air for those who are used to self-catering cottages and for glampers? You might say they're the pick of the bunch.
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Details
Facilities
Each self-contained pod sleeps two with a made-up king-size bed. The en-suite bathroom has a large walk-in shower, heated towel rail, toilet and basin with towels and toiletries provided. There is a compact kitchen with a sink, fridge, microwave grill, ceramic hob, kettle, toaster, cutlery and utensils. There is a sofa and a dining table and chairs and all pods have heating, electricity, a smart TV, WiFi and outside seating with a fire pit/BBQ. Wood and charcoal are available to buy on site. Shared facilities include a drying room, bike storage and a workshop which you can use for bike repairs.
Suitable For
Pods are best suited for couples, looking for a quiet relaxing getaway in the Lakes. There is only one dog-friendly pod called Fellside where one well behaved dog is most welcome.
Nearby
It's the Lake District National Park so walkers, cyclists, climbers, wild swimmers, kayakers and sailors are spoilt for choice. A recommended local walk starts a five-minute drive from Damson View up Gummer's How, which offers a spectacular view over Lake Windermere and across to Coniston Fells. Ask on site for more recommendations. It's only a 15-minute drive to the tourist attractions of Bowness (six miles away) and Lake Windermere. Perhaps hop aboard a steam boat with Windermere Lake Cruises at Bowness and cruise round to Ambleside. Back on dry land, Grasmere is a little further (15 miles) but definitely worth a visit, with more fabulous walks like Helm Crag, Loughrigg and Rydal Water (to name just a few), as well as Sarah Nelson's Gingerbread Shop. If you prefer something a bit less energetic then you could visit Levens Hall (01539 560321) which has fantastic gardens and topiary, Sizergh Castle (01539 560951) or Blackwell Arts & Crafts House (01539 446139) which are all within 10 miles of site. For nostalgia lovers, we would recommend catching the steam train at Lakeside & Haverthwaite, which can be combined with a lake cruise.Food & Drink
The recommended Punch Bowl Inn (015395 68237), which serves food and great local ales is just a short stroll from the glamping pods. A little further away but also within walking distance are The Black Labrador (015395 68234) in Underbarrow, The Masons Arms (015395 68486) in Cartmel Fell and The Brown Horse Inn (015394 43443) in Winster (all around three miles from site).
Open
February–NovemberPricing
£111.00 per night - £117.00 per nightWhy Book Direct?
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The Owner Says
Damson View Glamping is located in a lovely quiet picturesque village called Crosthwaite, a 15 minute drive from Bowness and Lake Windermere. Relax and unwind in one of our five luxury ensuite glamping pods whilst admiring the stunning views over Crosthwaite, Cartmel Fell and Whitbarrow Scar from your own private patio.
All our spacious luxury pods have a king-size bed (under bed storage) & comfy sofa - sleep 2 (all bedding and towels included). The ensuite bathroom has a large walk-in shower, heated towel rail, toilet & basin. The compact kitchen has a sink, fridge, microwave grill, ceramic hob, kettle, toaster, cutlery and utensils. Dining table and chairs. All the pods have heating, electric, smart TV, wifi and outside seating. Firepit/bbq (wood and charcoal available to buy on site).
We have a drying room on site, perfect for drying all your walking gear and hiking boots. We also have lots of space for bike storage and a workshop which you can use for bike repairs.
We're pleased to say we have B4RN rural hyper fast broadband.
Complimentary crumpets on arrival and starter tea, coffee, sugar & milk.
Location
Getting There
The nearest train station is Oxenholme, where you would need to catch a taxi or you could hire a car from Kendal. A car is recommended as we have no public transport in the village.
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Views are amazing
Stunning place!
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