The Wood Life

The Camp set in its own 8 acre woodland (added by manager 10 Mar 2015)

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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

Site type

Languages spoken

English

French

Spanish

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

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

Naturist (nudist)

Single-sex groups welcome

Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided

Barbecues allowed

Campfires allowed

Commercial vehicles allowed

Dogs allowed

Themes

Forest

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

Nearby farmers' market

Shop nearby

Type

Farm

Tiny (1-10 pitches)

Nearby 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 nearby

Location

The Wood Life

Thornton Cottage

Kenn

Exeter

Devon

England

EX6 7XH

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)

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

Coach

6.6 km Rail Station

6.6 km Opposite Rail Station

7.6 km Bus Station

Rail

5.5 km Topsham Rail Station

6 km Exton Rail Station

6.2 km Lympstone Commando Rail Station

Ferry

4.4 km Turf Lock Inn Ferry Landing

4.9 km Topsham Lock Ferry Landing

5.1 km Topsham Ferry Landing

Airport

11.3 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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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