Best Wooden Cottages Leicester Near Me

4worldlovers: Knotting Hill Barn House is the off- grid cabin in the woods that you have always dreamed of owning. Set in its own eleven acres of woodland this is a private space where you can escape reality. Described by Stylist Magazine as "The Pinnacle of Cabin Porn" and "Alpine Chic comes to Leicestershire" the

Barn House lies in a completely private setting amidst elegant silver birch, oak, cherry and chestnut trees. Knotting Hill is proud to be #5 in Lonely Planet Magazine 100 Incredible places to wake up in guide.

The cabin is designed for outside living, with six metre bi -fold doors that on sunny days transform the barn house allowing you to enjoy the morning sun and evening sunset. As night falls on Knotting Hill, the spell is cast, the camping glade comes alive with hundreds of fairy lights festooned high amidst the trees. The driveway is illuminated by tree lights. Light bathes the BBQ fire pit, pizza oven and wood fired hot tub allowing you to relax and enjoy these unique facilities until bedtime finally calls.

Panelled throughout in reclaimed wood with intricate attention to detail and the highest quality finish, the cabin is heated throughout with underfloor heating.

Ancient stone gate pillars create a striking focal point for the living area and frame a log burner which provides the heating and hot water for the house. Sofas, chairs and fittings from Oka, Made and top local suppliers create a warm cosy interior.

Luxurious bathrooms with real attention to detail. Copper taps and brass combine with marble to create the ultimate off-grid bathrooms. Heated floors and mirrors ensure you are cosy when there is snow on the ground. This is the ultimate holiday rental.

Self catering or full or part catered holiday rental. Our kitchen is equipped with all the gadgets you will need, large gas range, microwave, dishwasher and larder fridge with cold water and ice maker. Indeed everything you could need to keep off the grid for days on end. Treat yourself and book our chef to prepare a few dishes for your stay or even create and serve a special meal.

Our bedrooms are rustic but luxurious with fine linen and towels making your stay a true luxury holiday.

The Barn House has four cleverly designed bedrooms sleeping eight people.

Our Camping Glade close to the cabin is equipped with water and electricity and can accommodate up to three tents and more by arrangement.

Awash with bluebells in the spring and wild flowers in the summer the seasons transform the wood. Nestled in a glade, deep in a wood, the cabin lies in a completely private setting amidst elegant silver birch, oak, cherry and chestnut trees. The wood is home to an abundance of wildlife: pheasants, squirrels, muntjack, and red kites the occasional mink. You may be befriended by resident ducks Phillis and Dorris. The wood becomes your own natural haven.

Soak the day and night away in the wood fired hot tub. Our pizza oven cooks great pizzas and is also an open air oven. The fire pit will not only cook your food perfectly but will keep you warm into the night nestled on the benches.

Join the ducks and frogs for a dip or an adventure in the canoes. Our wild swimming lake has a pontoon and canoes for you to enjoy. The lake is well stocked with fish; bring your rod and enjoy but please catch and return, don’t catch and eat!

Knotting Hill Barn House is one of the ultimate off grid private cabin rentals and party venues available.

Knotting Hill is cleverly equipped with the great tech. Our off-grid WIFI is pretty fast. The artwork above the fire is also a 4K TV where you can access NETFLIX, Amazon etc. Imagine being able to fold back the floor to ceiling bi-fold doors and indulge your own musical tastes with our top of the range Cambridge Audio system.

Winter or summer, all bathrooms should be as warm and beautiful as Knotting Hill. Stone ground sinks, copper pipework, marble and brass combine to create unique rooms. Warm floors and a double ended bath with amazing mirror TV help you soak away the day. Powerful showers inside and outside always have plenty of piping hot water.

Warm and cosy with the finest linens, we have hunted high and and low for what we consider to be some of the comfiest beds around and finished them off with fur to keep you warm when there is snow on the ground. Three double rooms and one twin accommodate up to eight people. The master suite has a fabulous en suite wet room.

4worldlovers: Enjoy a relaxing glamping staycation in the peaceful and beautiful Wigwam Holidays Charnwood Forest. Surrounded by lush woodland and rolling green scenery, it’s the ideal spot for some much-needed rest and relaxation yet is a mere 5 minutes from the M1, J22 and 20 minutes drive from the vibrant city of Leicester.


We have six en-suite, luxury Wigwam cabins which sit around a wildlife pond - Three with private wood fired hot tubs. You’ll quickly unwind, watching dragonflies and butterflies whilst listening to the variety of wildlife that live and pass by our site all from your own private outdoor decked dining area. Or just sit back and watch the sunset, relaxing around your firepit enjoying a BBQ with your favourite people.


Our Season is normally March to November inclusive, but we may extend this period at our discretion.


Glamping holidays are perfect for nature lovers looking for a little luxury whilst enjoying the calm of the great outdoors. The Wigwam cabins are fully furnished with lots of luxurious detail - double glazing, insulation, heating and en-suite toilet and washing facilities so you can be sure of a warm and delightful night’s rest after a busy day. The glamping site is surrounded by miles of pretty country roads, wildlife trails and footpaths, perfect for a stroll or a cycle through the countryside. And for even more relaxation in nature, you can truly unwind if you book into a Wigwam glamping pod with hot tub. Perfect for unwinding and stargazing, and whiling away a few hours of sheer bliss.


Take a short walk through the National Forest from Wigwam Holidays Charnwood Forest and you’ll find yourself in the picturesque village of Newtown Linford and entrance to the historic Bradgate Park. Here you’ll find dog friendly pubs, shops and tearooms - the perfect place to enjoy a cream tea before returning to your luxurious cabin.


The most popular attraction in Leicestershire. This 800-year old deer park is the most beautiful place to visit with stunning landscape views from ''Old John'' and a fascinating history. Just a short walk from our glamping site it is the perfect place to while away a few peaceful hours. The park is perfect for nature lovers and has something for everyone - rugged and energetic walks and trails through the hills or easy-going pathways for bikes, buggies and wheelchairs. You’ll also find two tearooms and a visitor centre opened by Sir David Attenborough in 2016. The picturesque River Lin runs through the park so don't forget to bring the childrens fishing nets! As well as a busy events calendar throughout the year such as concerts, outdoor theatre and cinema, you can join in on guided tours through the ruins of Bradgate House - ancestral home of Lady Jane Grey, Queen for just 9 days


Rising to a height of 245m, Beacon Hill is one of the highest points in Leicestershire and boasts spectacular views of Charnwood Forest and the Soar Valley. Covering 128ha, the Country Park consists of mixed woodland, grassland, open heathland, wetlands and rocky outcrops. It has a range of interesting features that await any visitor


The National Forest is right in the heart of the country, embracing 200 square miles of the Midlands. It spans across parts of Derbyshire, Leicestershire and Staffordshire and contains the ancient Forest of Charnwood. Our glamping site is situated in the beautiful Charnwood Forest and links to miles of great footpaths which are great for you, your family and dogs to enjoy.


This colourful world is only seven miles from Wigwam Holidays Charnwood Forest and is a favourite tourist attractions for our guests. 6 ½ acres of sanctuary for parrots and other brightly coloured, exotic birds. There are over 250 feathery residents and every inch is devoted to giving a home to these beautiful creatures. Birds are from all over the world - and this is a must-see attraction.


Swithland Wood covers an area of 170 acres and is designated a Site of Special Scientific Interest and acknowledged as one of the best remnants of native woodland in Leicestershire. Swithland Wood has something to see throughout the seasons.

Swithland Reservoir is a 4.8 mile out and back trail located near Bradgate Park, Leicestershire, England that features a lake and is good for all skill levels. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, nature trips, and bird watching.