The Wood Life
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Add your business details- A quirky treehouse in it's own woodland ideal for a romantic break
- A Shepherd's Hut and Bathing Wagon in an old Orchard for couples
The Wood Life offers all the charm of camping but with the comforts of home set in stunning scenery and total privacy. We have two distinctly different glamping units at separate locations either side of the little Devon village of Kenn. Both units are ideal for romantic breaks away from the hustle and bustle of modern life.
Woodman's Wagon is an unusual, hand-crafted tree house with views through the tree tops and out to sea. It has been loving built by woodsman, Matt Bate, and is set in its own 8 acre woodland. Imagine the freedom of a wild and wonderful woodland experience.
Orchard Wagon comprises a cosy Shepherd's Hut and amazing hand-crafted Bathing Wagon featuring 'a bath with a view'. Set in total privacy at the end of a little country lane in an old orchard with beautiful views of rolling hills and woodland.
The Wood Life is neatly located in the middle of Devon, just outside Exeter. The quaint little village of Kenn has a beautiful thatched pub, the oldest Yew tree in the country and a little river which runs out into the river Exe Estuary, a haven for wildlife and an internationally important Conservation Area. Kenn is under 5 miles from the historic Cathedral City of Exeter, tucked under the impressive Haldon Forest Park (full of walking and cycling trails), and only five miles from the beach at Dawlish Warren National Nature Reserve in one direction and Dartmoor National Park in the other.
Imagine having a beautiful broadleaved woodland or an old orchard all to yourself with total privacy away from the hassles of everyday life. Think of the freedom - watching wildlife, lighting a fire and just getting back to basics - it's quite simply magic! There's no light pollution - just star gazing and spending quality time with your loved one.
Woodman's Wagon is a truly unique treehouse set all on its own in an 8 acre woodland full of wildlife. The tree house is accessed via a small bridge and there are double doors opening out onto a large sun deck area with Indian fire bowl (and BBQ) with views out through the tree tops and right out to sea at Exmouth.
The hand-crafted interior features a unique king size bed, galley kitchen with gas rings, wood burner and comfy sofa. Hot water for the bath is heated by a wood burner or there's an outside shower on the deck. There are views through the treetops from both the bed and the bath. Woodman's Wagon is off-grid, so there's a gas-powered fridge and solar powered lighting. We try and be as sustainable as possible, so most of the treehouse is built from recycled or materials, it's base is an old wagon chassis and most of the timber is chestnut coppice grown only 200 meters away.
Woodman's Wagon aims to welcome disabled visitors so please do enquire if you have special needs.
The quirky accommodation at Orchard Wagon features a spacious Shepherd's Hut with a hand-made double bed, there's also a field kitchen and campfire, with all cooking equipment provided. Cooking can be done on gas hobs, over an open fire on a BBQ grill or even using an old fashioned Dutch oven hanging from a tripod.
The wonderful bath with a view is set in its own hand-built wagon, featuring an eco bathroom with hot water provided by a wood burning stove and a compost loo. There is mains lighting and plug sockets in the bedroom and a fridge.
Both units are a perfect retreat for couples to take a break from modern life and get back to 'the good old days'. Fresh herbs are growing in pots, cooking oil, salt pepper, tea and coffee are all provided free of charge.
No pets at Woodman's Wagon and only at Orchard Wagon by special prior arrangement.
The Travel Editor of The Independent described The Wood Life as 'very close to the perfect camping holiday'.
For information on prices and availability please go to http://www.thewoodlife.org/glamping-in-devon.html
Campground type
2Languages spoken
English
French
Spanish
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Features
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 WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Car parking by site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundry Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Naturist (nudist) Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowedThemes
Bush Luxury Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' marketType
Farm Tiny (1-10 sites)Accessibility
Disabled facilitiesNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Surf school nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
The Wood Life
Thornton Cottage
Kenn
Exeter
Devon
England
EX6 7XH
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
50.65783°N
-3.52766°W
Route directions
All bookings need to be made in advance. We have not shown the exact location on this map as we like to show people around when they arrive and keep the location as secret as possible.
Nearest transport
Coach6.6 km Rail Station
6.6 km Opposite Rail Station
7.6 km Bus Station
Rail5.5 km Topsham Rail Station
6 km Exton Rail Station
6.2 km Lympstone Commando Rail Station
Ferry4.4 km Turf Lock Inn Ferry Landing
4.9 km Topsham Lock Ferry Landing
5.1 km Topsham Ferry Landing
Airport11.3 km Exeter International Airport
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
There are tons of attractions and activities nearby including: Haldon Forest Park (cycle hire & Go Ape), Powderham Castle, Exeter Cathedral, Castle Drogo, Crealy Adventure Park, River Dart Country Park, Pennywell Farm, Escot, Dartmoor National Park, Paignton Zoo, Killerton, RHS Rosemoor, Fishing Trips from Exmouth, South West Coast Path, Exeter Racecourse and the list goes on and on and on.
Good places to eat include The Turf Locks, The Fat Pig, The Nobody Inn and The Ley Arms.
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dawlish Warren | 9 km | Estuary | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Dawlish Town | 9.7 km | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Excellent |
| Dawlish Coryton Cove | 10.1 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Exmouth | 10.3 km | Estuary | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Teignmouth Holcombe | 11.3 km | Sea | N/A | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Exeter Cathedral - Church of Saint Peter 7.3 km
Crealy Great Adventure Park 9.6 km
The National Trust Killerton House & Gardens 15.6 km
Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site 20.2 km
Castle Drogo 20.5 km
National Trust
A la Ronde 8.8 km
Killerton: Clyston Mill 13.1 km
Killerton: Marker's Cottage 13.4 km
Killerton: Budlake Old Post Office 15.4 km
Killerton 15.7 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
OXTON HOUSE 3.2 km
EXE ESTUARY (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 16/01/2003) 4.2 km
MAMHEAD PARK 4.5 km
POWDERHAM CASTLE 4.7 km
ST BARTHOLOMEW'S CEMETERY, EXETER 7.2 km
Local events
- Beautiful Days (Friday 16 August 2024 – Friday 16 August 2024)
Ottery St Mary, England 20.5 km
- Sidmouth Folk Festival (Friday 2 August 2024 – Friday 2 August 2024)
Sidmouth, England 20.7 km
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.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does The Wood Life have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is The Wood Life dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near The Wood Life? There are tons of attractions and activities nearby including: Haldon Forest Park (cycle hire & Go Ape), Powderham Castle, Exeter Cathedral, Castle Drogo, Crealy Adventure Park, River Dart Country Park, Pennywell Farm, … Read more