Gorgeous glamping on the Isle of Sheppey, set in an independent nature reserve where stunning wildlife roams free. Explore Kent's stunning landscape and coastline from a selection of luxurious glamping accommodation that lets you stay in the heart of nature.
About Elmley Nature Reserve
Get lost in a beautiful marsh landscape and huge atmospheric skies, or just get away from it all in Kent's natural beauty. Guests can enjoy long, quiet walks across the rugged countryside from this calming spot. Elmley is a family-run farm with approximately 700 cattle grazing the pasture each year, in harmony with an incredible habitat for wildlife. The reserve maintains a powerful green ethos, using plenty of solar energy and natural materials. Guests can choose between a range of quirky glamping accommodation, from romantic shepherd's huts that sleep two, to quirky cabins for young families and a cottage ideal for large groups. Each of the cosy huts has something that makes it unique, from Vanellus' lovely firepit to The Damson's luxurious outdoor tub or The Saltbox's incredible windowed side. In the rustic shepherd's huts there's a sense of enduring charm, hearty woodburning stoves, spacious real beds and views to take your breath away. A stay here guarantees memories to last a lifetime, top notch facilities and all the luxury glampers love.
Open all year
There are 8 accommodation options on-site
The Ferryman's Hut
Max 4 people
Sleeping two adults and two young children this includes a kingsize bed, stunning views and a pull out bed or hammock for little ones (second child must be under six). There's both an inside and outside shower and a glamorous full bathroom.
The Damson
Max 4 people
Set in an old orchard, this cosy escape is for two adults and two young children. There's a kingsize bed, stunning views and a pull out bed or hammock (second child must be under six). Enjoy a bath tub outside for soaking and a glamorous full bathroom.
The Saltbox
Max 4 people
This escape is for two adults and two young children. There's a kingsize bed, stunning views and a pull out bed or hammock (second child must be under six). Enjoy the kitchenette, quirky outdoor shower and a glamorous full indoor bathroom.
Vanellus
Max 3 people
Sleeping two adults and one child, this shepherd's hut features a floor to ceiling window and a luxurious kingsize bed with an ash branch bed frame. There's a full bathroom with a plenty of comfort and a firepit outside for you to enjoy.
Little Owl
Max 2 people
Sleeping two, this traditional hideout has access to a barn owl watching spot. Inside there's a comfy double bed, woodburning stove and ensuite bathroom.
Samphire
Max 2 people
In a rustic chic space you'll find a comfy double bed, sweeping vistas, ensuite bathroom and firepit for an evening's stargazing. There's a woodburning stove to keep you cosy, too.
Martha's Hut
Max 4 people
A large rustic cabin, with a king-size bed, outside bath and fire pit. Suitable for two adults, and two children up to ten years.
The Roost
Max 4 people
This bespoke cabin includes an outside bath, fire pit and wood burner. Suitable for two adults and two children, up to ten years.
Site tariff
Interested in staying at Elmley Nature Reserve?
Call 07930 847520 to book.
Unfortunately Elmley Nature Reserve doesn't share their availability calendar with us yet. Availability changes quickly, especially in summer, so we recommend enquiring by phone to avoid missing out.
Things to do on site and in the Sheerness area
The reserve includes luxury treatment options where you can receive wonderful massages or relaxing pampering, right here where you are glamping.
Just 15 minutes away in the car is the Isle of Sheppey, which is covered with Blue Flag beaches. A couple of the best are Minster Leas with its colourful beach huts and Shellness, an incredible stretch of shelly beach which runs onto the Swale National Nature Reserve.
Whistable, 25 mins away is justifiably famous for its oysters and has a great seafront, cute shops and a peaceful vibe. Margate, a little further, has pretty cobbled streets or, if you fancy a thrill, the incredible rollercoasters at Dreamland. Plenty of Kent's most popular attractions are in very easy reach from this lovely space.
Other must-sees include:
- The Kent Downs and North Downs Way
- Leeds Castle
- Canterbury Cathedral
Interested in staying at Elmley Nature Reserve?
Call 07930 847520 to book.
Unfortunately Elmley Nature Reserve doesn't share their availability calendar with us yet. Availability changes quickly, especially in summer, so we recommend enquiring by phone to avoid missing out.
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