Fairy Bell Wood

From £115 For 1 night, 2 adults 1 review
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  • Well-equipped yurt among four acres of native woodland near Kendal
  • Between Yorkshire Dales and Lake District national parks
  • Wood burner, firepit, kitchen and solar panels provided
You’ll probably feel very much like you’ve entered a magical world when you arrive at Fairy Bell Wood… this is a peaceful place indeed, with just the one yurt hidden away in a clearing among four acres of native woodland. That means plenty of space and freedom to make the most of your lovely Cumbria location, perhaps heading into the woods for a walk, seeing what you can spot in the wildlife pond or just hanging out in the hammock. Close to the pond is a summerhouse with a comfy sofa and a bistro table and chairs – just the spot for a bit of quality time with your book, or a sunset drink. The yurt itself is an enticing prospect, too – it’s spacious and insulated, with a wood burner for added cosiness (logs provided). The double bed has a kingsize duvet for extra comfort, and there’s also a well-equipped kitchen with a small fridge (or cool box in winter) and gas hob. Being way out in the woods, the yurt is off grid, but it’s got solar panels to provide lighting, USB charging points and power for the shower. Other facilities here include a compost toilet and a shower (water needs to be heated on the hob) in the attached bathroom, and a firepit with pots, pans and a grill for those who fancy having a go at cooking over flames. There’s a supermarket 10 minutes' drive away in the outskirts of Kendal for supplies. The dark skies around here are fabulous for stargazing, but less good for finding your way around, so a torch is a handy thing to bring. It’s also wise to bring suitable footwear for the path, which can be wet and muddy.

Site type

Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 1
Open all year
Please note
  • No cars/motorbikes by the pitch/unit. All cars must be parked in the designated area.
  • Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.

Languages spoken

English

Reviews

10

Overall rating based on one review View breakdown

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Beautiful off grid secluded place to stay

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 6
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 10
Wifi No rating
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Cumfrey yurt

Liked: Location, quality of the yurt and everything in it, importance of the woodland and the dark skies. Cosy, beautiful, secluded, private.

Disliked: We found the mattress a bit uncomfortable and the shower worked great but obviously takes a bit more time. Everything else excellent.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

No dogs allowed

Campfires allowed

Leisure on site

Bar or club house

Cycle hire

Evening entertainment

Fishing

Fitness centre

Games room

Indoor swimming pool

Kids' club

On-site restaurant/cafe

Outdoor swimming pool

Play area

TV room

Take away

Tennis

Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available

Car parking by pitch/unit

Composting toilet

Disabled facilities

Dog park

Drying room

Food shop

Free wifi

Ice pack freezing

Internet access

Launderette

Parent & baby washroom

Pick-up from public transport

Portable toilet

Pub toilets

Public telephone

Shower available

Toilet block

Washing-up area

Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly

Motorcycle friendly

Single-sex groups welcome

Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided

Barbecues allowed

Campfires allowed

Commercial vehicles allowed

Dogs allowed

No dogs allowed

Themes

Forest

Lake and/or mountain

Luxury

Peaceful

Remote location

Spectacular scenery

Walkers' paradise

Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities

Chemical disposal

Electric car charging point(s)

Gas cylinders available

Recycling available

Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby

Dog walk nearby

Type

Tiny (1-10 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby

Climbing nearby

Location

Fairy Bell Wood

Moresdale Lodge

Lambrigg

Kendal

Cumbria

England

LA8 0DH

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

54.35465°N
-2.64014°W

Nearest transport

Coach
4.6 mi Bus Station
4.6 mi Bus Station
4.6 mi Bus Station
Rail
4.3 mi Kendal Rail Station
4.8 mi Oxenholme Lake District Rail Station
5.1 mi Burneside (Cumbria) Rail Station
Ferry
11.5 mi Bowness on Windermere Ferry Terminal
11.8 mi Bowness Ferry Nab Ferry Landing
12.1 mi Far Sawrey Windermere Ferry Terminal

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

Attractions and activities nearby include: - Lakes Outdoor Experience (gorge walking, canyoning and canoeing): 15 minutes’ drive - Sedbergh (England’s official book town): 20 minutes - Levens Hall: 20 minutes - National Trust - Sizergh: 20 minutes - Cautley Spout waterfall: 25 minutes - Windermere: 25 minutes - Lakeland Motor Museum: half an hour - Rydal Cave: 40 minutes - Wensleydale Creamery Visitor Centre: 45 minutes.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020 2019 2018 2017
Morecambe North 21.1 mi Estuary Good N/A Good Good
Morecambe South 21.7 mi Sea N/A N/A Good Good
Haverigg 28.6 mi Sea Poor N/A N/A N/A

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Sizergh Castle and Garden 7.3 mi

Levens Hall & Gardens 8.7 mi

The World of Beatrix Potter 11.3 mi

Blackwell, The Arts & Craft House 11.4 mi

Windermere Lake Cruises, Bowness 11.4 mi

National Trust

Sizergh Castle and Garden 7.3 mi

Windermere and Troutbeck 11.3 mi

Townend 11.7 mi

Hill Top 13.3 mi

Fell Foot Park 13.7 mi

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

Kendal and Scout Scar 4.7 mi

Kendal Castle and Paddy Lane 4.7 mi

The River Kent and Kendal 4.8 mi

Sedbergh and Winder Fell 5.1 mi

Sedbergh: the Two Rivers Walk 5.1 mi

Local events

  • Keswick Mountain Festival (Friday 17 May 2024 – Friday 17 May 2024)

    Keswick, Cumbria 4.2 mi

  • Kendal Calling (Thursday 1 August 2024 – Thursday 1 August 2024)

    Penrith, Cumbria 17.5 mi

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Want to know more about camping in The Lake District and Cumbria?

  • Does Fairy Bell Wood have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Fairy Bell Wood dog friendly? No View all features
  • What attractions are near Fairy Bell Wood? Attractions and activities nearby include: - Lakes Outdoor Experience (gorge walking, canyoning and canoeing): 15 minutes’ drive - Sedbergh (England’s official book town): 20 minutes - Levens Hall: 20 minutes - National … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Fairy Bell Wood?
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  4 p.m. –  11 p.m.
    Depart by:  10 a.m.
    Read more
  • How much does it cost to stay at Fairy Bell Wood? From £115 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.