Peaceful adult only glamping, Damson View Glamping is the perfect spot for feeling at one with nature, just 15 minutes from Bowness-on-Windermere. There are just five glamping pods with cosy furnishings and comfy king size beds. Sit back and admire the incredible views over the stunning countryside, right from your own private decking.

Featured in our 2024 Outstanding Sites list of reliably excellent camping, glamping, and touring sites

Private deckings and fire pits with fabulous views over the Lyth Valley and Lakeland Fells

Relaxed adult only cosy glamping pods, unwind and escape the business of daily life

Only a ten minute walk to the award winning local pub, The Punch Bowl Inn

About Damson View Glamping

Explore the nearby Lake District or escape everyday life from the peace of your own glamping pod, this peaceful countryside retreat is nestled in the Whitbarrow National Nature Reserve and is perfect for nature lovers. There are five cosy glamping pods for up to two people in a comfy king size bed with all bedding, linen and towels provided. Additionally you'll have an ensuite with a walk in shower, toilet, sink, heated towel rail and complimentary toiletries. You'll have your own well-equipped kitchenette complete with a two ring ceramic hob, toaster, kettle, microwave grill, fridge, crockery, pans and utensils. There's also a small dining area as well as a comfy sofa, USB sockets, WiFi, a Smart TV and and a hairdryer. Outside you'll have your own decking area with seating, a BBQ and a fire pit, perfect for a spot of al fresco dining whilst looking out over the spectacular views. Enjoy the countryside in peace and quiet or venture out to explore the stunning Lake District National Park. Dogs are welcome in just one of the pods, but must be kept on the lead. Open fires are welcome but only in the provided fire pits. Wood and charcoal may be purchased onsite.

This site is open from the 13th February to the 2nd November, and New Years.


Facilities and amenities

Each pod has its own self-contained facilities. There is super fast WiFi, an electric car charging point, a bike storage facility and a warm drying room for walking gear.

Wood and charcoal may be purchased on site for use with the firepit/bbq.

A ten minute walk will take you to The Punch Bowl Inn and for food shopping, Kendal is a 15 minute drive away and has an Asda, Morrisons and Sainsburys.

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Adult only

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Allow commercial vans

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Allow pets

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Bike hire

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Café / restaurant

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Communal BBQ

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Disabled facilities

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Drinking water

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Electric hookups

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Entertainment

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Family friendly

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Fires allowed

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Fishing

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Games room

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Glamping

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Golf

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Horse riding

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Hot tub

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Internet access

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Kids club

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Kids playground

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Laundry

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Near beach

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Near pub

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Open year round

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Peaceful

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RV pitches

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Shop

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Showers

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Swimming pool

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Toilets

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TV room

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Vineyard

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Water hookups

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Watersports

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W.C. disposal


A note from the site themselves...

We started working on the groundwork for our campsite back in 2019 when Howard happily took early retirement! After lots of hard work, we were so pleased to finally open our doors to campers in August 2021.

After a few months, I also retired from working at our wonderful local pub, The Punchbowl Inn and now we both enjoy being onsite - Howard especially loves keeping the campsite tidy and cutting the grass!!! It's a real joy for us to meet all our lovely new guests and of course our regulars too.

We have always felt so lucky to live in the Lake District National Park, we really enjoy going out for walks and would now love to start exploring all the Wainwrights.

The Lake District is a special place and we hope you will love it too. Carole and Howard


Map and address

Park address

Damson View Glamping,

Orchard Barn, Crosthwaite, Lyth Valley, Cumbria & Lake District, LA8 8HS

Coordinates

54.3179, -2.8554 | SD 44 91

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Damson View Glamping is ideal for...

Couples

Peace and quiet


There are 5 accommodation options on-site

Bookable pitches and accommodation options

4 x Pods (Pet Free)

Max 2 people

Spacious pods complete with a king size bed with all bedding and towels provided. There is an ensuite shower room, well equipped kitchenette, Smart TV and WiFi. Outside you'll find seating and a BBQ fire pit. Pet free.

Pod (Pet Friendly)

Max 2 people

Spacious pods complete with a king size bed with all bedding and towels provided. There is an ensuite shower room, well equipped kitchenette, Smart TV and WiFi. Outside you'll find seating and a BBQ fire pit. One dog welcome.


Damson View Glamping reviews

4.94 /5

32 reviews

100%

would recommend

Overall
4.94
Location
4.88
Value for money
4.88
Service
5
Facilities
4.94
Cleanliness
5

"Pod we stayed in had absolutely everything we needed and more ... absolutely exceptional service"

Kate S - Feb 2024

"An amazing little hideaway stay with fantastic views"

Paul B - Sep 2023

"The pods are well equipped, immaculately clean and have everything you could possibly wish for"

John R - Sep 2023

"The views are incredible and as there's very little light pollution, it's great for stargazing"

Louisa S - Aug 2023

"We've stayed in a lot of glamping pods, but this one is by far the best!"

George C - Feb 2023


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Yasmin P

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Pod - Pods (Pet Free)Aug 2024

I never write reviews but I just had to write something about our weekend at Damson View. Howard and Carole are amazing, they made us feel very welcome. For me, it was like a piece of heaven. Even the beautiful stars were out at night. The chickens and the cows - wow, for me that was something else. The pod is perfect, you guys thought of everything. The weekend was spot on, even the weather was on our side. We had a fabulous time, thank you so much. We will definitely be back x

Site's response

Wow Yasmin, thank you so much for the amazing review and thanks for taking the time to leave one! It really means a lot to us both. We are so pleased you both had a fabulous time with us and we can't wait to welcome you both back sometime soon hopefully. Really lovely to meet you both, thanks again & best wishes, Carole & Howard :)

Perfect stay!

Isobel B

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Pod - Pods (Pet Free)Aug 2024

I booked Damson View Glamping for 2 nights for my boyfriend's birthday. We absolutely loved it, the pod was perfect! It has everything you need. Carole and Howard are lovely and made us feel so welcome. We couldn't recommend it enough.

Site's response

Hi Isobel, thanks so very much for the lovely review, which is much appreciated. We are happy to hear that you enjoyed your holiday with us and hope to welcome you both back sometime in the future. Many thanks and best wishes, Carole and Howard. :)

Lovely getaway

Lydia L

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Pod - Pods (Pet Free)Aug 2024

We spent three nights here during August and had a lovely time. The views are amazing and the location is great, being halfway between Kendal and Windermere. Carole and Howard were lovely and the facilities are brilliant. We enjoyed a BBQ when the weather was good and the pods felt very private even with other pods in use. We will be recommending to family and friends!

Site's response

Thanks very much for the fabulous review Lydia, it is really appreciated. Thanks again for staying with us, we hope to welcome you both both sometime in the future. Best wishes & take care Carole & Howard :)

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FAQ

Check-in is available from 4pm until 10pm and departure is before 10am on your last day.

One well-behaved dog is welcome in the Fellside pod but do bring your own dog bed/blanket. Please do keep them off the furniture and not leave them unattended. You must clear up after their dog immediately and put waste in the dog bin onsite. Unfortunately, if you arrive with a dog without making a prior booking you will be turned away.

Yes as long as they are the firepits and BBQs provided by the site.

The site caters for older families and couples only, and does not accept group bookings of more than 3 pods. Hen and stag parties are not accepted.

There is a designated parking area close by for one car per pod.

Yes, Damson View Glamping has super fast WiFi.


It's a 15 minute drive to Bowness on Windermere where you can catch a steamer, relax and take in the scenery. Ambleside and Grasmere are also worth a visit and don't forget to buy some famous Grasmere gingerbread.

There are also lots of beautiful walks which can be started from Grasmere, Loughrigg, Helm Crag and Rydal Water to name just a few.

The Levens Hall and Gardens is a 15 minute drive away and is home to the world's oldest topiary garden! An impressive estate with stunning flora and fauna.

Fell Foot National Trust is a short drive from the site, around ten minutes away. It's a great place to access the lake and try some wild swimming or perhaps kayaking or paddleboarding.

Other nearby activities:

  • Gummer's How (10 minutes)
  • Lake Windermere (15 minutes)
  • Water Sports (15 minutes)
  • Sizergh Castle (15 minutes)
  • Levens Hall (15 minutes)
The listing for Damson View Glamping was last updated on September 20th, 2024 at 2:07 PM

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