Wednesday 30 January 2013

Four of the Best Log Cabin Holidays in Nottinghamshire and Sherwood Forest

Consider taking some time out and heading to Nottinghamshire for a holiday, short break or weekend getaway and stay in a choice of log cabins.  There are plenty of superb log cabin holidays in Nottinghamshire and this is four of the very best places for you to stay.  Below you will find more details about these great self catering holiday destinations and find out why thousands of people every year choose them above any other form of accommodation.

Sherwood Forest Lodges - Edwinstowe, Nottinghamshire

Sherwood Forest Lodges Near Edwinstowe
With 10 accommodation choices and some fantastic facilities this is considered one of the leading log cabin holiday destinations in the area. The holiday park is set in one of the biggest areas of woodlands in Sherwood Forest and on your doorstep you have lots of fantastic areas to explore by foot or by bike and this is the ideal holiday base whenever you choose to getaway.

There are dog friendly log cabins at Sherwood Forest Lodges and pets are charged at just £8 per night, and there is a maximum of three in any selected accommodation. Some of the extras you can enjoy at the park include nature trails, Ranger-led walks and activities and a shop/coffee lounge.  Below is some further information about some of the accommodation options at the log cabin park.

  • Golden Oak 1 - Prices From £445 (Sleeps 2)
This is a top quality log cabin with lots of luxury features and has one double bedroom with ensuite bath with an overhead shower. There is an open plan living area, dining and kitchen area, in the living area there is a log burning stove. Other features include bath robes, luxury toiletries and outside is a verandah with an outdoor hot tub.

  • Silver Birch 2 - Prices From £433 (Sleeps 4)
A luxury log cabin with one double bedroom with ensuite shower and one twin bedroom. The log cabin also features a bathroom with bath/overhead shower and outside is a verandah with a private hot tub. This is an ideal romantic log cabin getaway. 

  • Golden Oak 3 - Prices From £591 (Sleeps 6)
This is a high quality luxury log cabin which has one master double bedroom with ensuite shower and two twin bedrooms. There is a bathroom, log burning stove, bath robes and luxury toiletries. Outside you can relax on the verandah with a private hot tub.

  • Golden Oak Treehouse - Prices From £973 (Sleeps 10)
When you stay in this log cabin you get two accommodations in one! The main log cabin has a master double bedroom with ensuite shower, one double and two twin bedrooms. There is a bathroom, shower room and features include a log burning stove and games console, bath robes and toiletries (with the master double). The other part of the log cabin moves you outside to the decking area where there is a terrace with hot tub and adventure bridge access to the treehouse.  The treehouse has a double bedroom with a shower room.

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Sherwood Castle Holiday Forest - Rufford, Nottinghamshire

Sherwood Castle Holiday Forest
Sherwood Castle Holiday Forest is a large park set over 40 acres and lies deep in the heart of Sherwood Forest. The log cabins in Nottinghamshire at this park provide you with a luxury holiday accommodation choice and you get a wide range of additional facilities to enjoy. The log cabins are ideal for a romantic getaway just as much to spend time with family or friends and with 10 accommodation options you have plenty of choice.

Below are some details of some of the log cabins at Sherwood Castle Holiday Forest but before this the facilities need to be mentioned.  There are some great facilities including the indoor heated swimming pool with Spa, outdoor adventure play area, four hole pitch and putt, nature trail, mountain bike circuit for the kids and much more.

  • Robin Hood - Prices From £232 (Sleeps 3)
Staying in this log cabin provides you with a luxury self catering holiday accommodation with one double bedroom with four poster bed and one single bedroom. There is a bathroom with a double ended bath and some of the log cabins have a log burner.  This is an ideal romantic log cabin for couples. 

  • Woodlander - Prices from £284 (Sleeps 4)
With this luxury log cabin you get a modern and contemporary accommodation choice for your Nottinghamshire holiday. The log cabin has a master double bedroom and one bedroom with bunk beds. There is a bathroom with a Jacuzzi Spa bath and the rest of the accommodation is open plan with a living/kitchen and dining area. Outside you can relax on the decking area and enjoy the lovely views across the park.

  • Loxley - Prices From £304 (Sleeps 6)
This is a contemporary log cabin with one master double bedroom, one twin bedroom and one with bunk beds. The log cabin has a bathroom and an open plan living area with features such as an iPod dock and flat screen TV. Outside is a decking area with seating.

If you are looking for dog friendly log cabins in Nottinghamshire then Sherwood Castle Holiday Forest has a range of options suitable for people with pets. Prices start at just £191 for a week away and range to £1269.

Redbrick Woodland Lodges - Edwinstowe, Nottinghamshire

Redbrick Woodland Lodges
Redrick Woodland Lodges is ideal if you are looking for log cabins with hot tubs in Nottinghamshire in a romantic setting. The lodges are discreetly positioned in this delightful woodland setting in the grounds of a 19th century house. From the park you are perfectly placed to enjoy exploring Sherwood Forest and everything this lovely region has to offer.

There are dog friendly log cabins available to rent and prices for a week away start at £489 and range to £1205.  As mentioned the log cabins have plenty of superb features and one of these is the addition of a private outdoor hot tub. You can find out more about the accommodation choices available here from below.
  •  Lakeview Lodge - Prices From £489 (Sleeps 4) 
This two storey lodge has on the ground floor a king size double bedroom, open plan living area and a kitchen. Outside you can relax in the bubbling waters of the private hot tub. The first floor has a master double bedroom with king size bed and one twin (or another double). There is also a balcony with outside furniture.
  • Oakridge Lodge - Prices From £589 (Sleeps 6)
A stunning two storey lodge designed around the North American round log lodge concept.  This accommodation has on the ground floor one double and one twin bedroom and both of these have ensuite shower rooms. The rest of the ground floor is open plan with a living area with wood burning stove, kitchen and access to the decking area with the private hot tub. The first floor has the master bedroom with a king size bed and ensuite shower (No pets allowed in this log cabin).
  • Moshannan - Prices From £519 (Sleeps 6)
Relax in the luxury surroundings of this two storey log cabin and on the ground floor there are two double bedrooms, a family shower and the open plan living area. Outside you can enjoy relaxing on the decking area and the outdoor hot tub.  The first floor has a master double bedroom and a shower room.

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Sherwood Hideaway Lodges - Newark-on-Trent, Nottinghamshire

Sherwood Hideaway Lodges
Perfect Nottinghamshire log cabins in a quiet and attractive setting deep in the heart of the area in the grounds of the Thoresby Estate. There are six superb log cabin accommodations sleeping four to six people and if you stay at the lodges you get use of the facilities at Thoresby Hall (Five minutes from the lodges). The facilities available include an indoor heated swimming pool, sauna, solarium, steam room, gym, beauty salon, bike hire, bar and restaurant and some of these may incur additional charges.

Some of the log cabins are dog friendly and prices range from £519 for a week away to £1269 depending on when you plan to come away. Below are some more details about some of the accommodation options you can choose to stay in when you come away to Sherwood Hideaway Lodges.

  • Hideaway Contemporary 2 VIP - Prices From £619 (Sleeps 4)
This is a lovely lodge with contemporary features and one double bedroom with ensuite shower and one twin bedroom (this can be made to a double). There is a bathroom and open plan living area with a ktichen/dining and lounge.  Outside you can relax on the verandah and enjoy a dip in the private hot tub.

  • Hideaway Traditional 2 VIP - Prices From £619 (Sleeps 4)
This is a traditional styled log cabin with plenty of rustic charm and appeal. The log cabin has a double bedroom with ensuite and one twin bedroom (can be made to a double). There is a bathroom and open plan living area with a ktichen/dining space and a lounge which leads out to the decking area with the hot tub.
  • Hideaway Contemporary 3 VIP - Prices From £659 (Sleeps 6)
Stay in a modern and contemporary log cabin with lots of features and two double bedrooms (one with ensuite) and one twin bedroom (can be made to a third double). There is an open plan living area with kitchen/dining and a lounge and access to the decked area with an outdoor hot tub.

This is four of the top log cabin holidays in Nottinghamshire retreats and you will find a wide range of accommodation options available to book throughout the year.  Check out all the options and find your perfect log cabin in Sherwood Forest and Nottinghamshire for a short break, weekend getaway or main holiday.

Tuesday 29 January 2013

Explore a Range of Log Cabins with Hot Tubs in the Peak District

There are five superb log cabin parks for you to choose from with a massive range of log cabin accommodation with hot tubs in the Peak District.  Below you will find more information on the log cabin parks and accommodation options along with details on pricing and facilities.

Darwin Forest Country Park – Matlock, Derbyshire

Darwin Forest Country Park
Darwin Forest Country Park Near Matlock
This is a lovely quiet lodge park escape with a wide range of accommodation with hot tubs. The price of a holiday for a week away here start at just £430.00 and there is also a choice of short breaks and weekend getaways. Not only does the park have the hot tubs but there are also plenty of other facilities for you to choose from as well and this includes the following:-

  • Health and Fitness Leisure Centre
This has an indoor swimming pool with swimming lanes and a general bathing area. There is a spa, steam room and a sauna and a gym.  If you like you can book in for a massage or one of the beauty treatments.

  • Bar, Restaurant and Takeaway
  • Children’s Play Area
  • Games Room
  • Tennis Courts
  • Cycle Hire
These are just a few of the extra facilities you can enjoy when you choose the log cabins with hot tubs in the Peak District and stay at Darwin Forest Country Park.

The accommodation options are extensive and below you will find some summary details of a few of these.

  1. Elvaston Spa – Lodge Sleeps 2 and Prices from £460
  2. Peveril Skyline Spa – Lodge Sleeps 6 and Prices from £590
  3. Riber Spa – Lodge Sleeps 4 and Prices from £430
  4. Riber Elite Spa – Lodge Sleeps 4 and Prices from £520
There are plenty of other accommodation options to choose from at Darwin Forest Country Park and a log cabin with hot tub in Derbyshire for any holiday.

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Charlesworth Lodges – Charlesworth, Derbyshire

Charlesworth Lodges
Charlesworth Lodges in Derbyshire
This is one of those log cabin parks where you just cannot fail to be relaxed and unwind whenever you choose to getaway. The park is in a perfect location to explore the Peak District and on the North West edge of the Peaks you can check out some great areas. The log cabins are beautifully presented and the hot tubs are a great addition to any holiday.  Below you will find some further details about the log cabin accommodation options.

  • Amour Lodge – Sleeps 2 (Prices from £349)
This is a comfortable and well-presented lodge ideal for a romantic getaway. The log cabin has a master king size double bedroom, comfortable living area and outside is a quiet and secluded private hot tub with lovely woodland views.

  • Woodland Lodge – Sleeps 4 (Prices from £307)
Enjoy a break in a luxury log cabin with one master king size double bedroom with an ensuite shower and one twin bedroom. The log cabin also has an open plan living area with a kitchen/dining and lounge and outside is the decking area with a hot tub and beautiful countryside views.

  • Coombes View Lodge – Sleeps 4 (Prices from £329)
Enjoy staying in luxury and contemporary log cabin accommodation and have a master king size double bedroom with ensuite shower and a twin bedroom.  There is a family bathroom, open plan living space with kitchen/dining area and lounge and outside is an elevated decking area with a hot tub and amazing countryside views.

If you are looking for log cabins with hot tubs in the Peak District then a stay at Charlesworth Lodges will be exactly what you are looking for.  There are plenty of short break and long weekend options along with traditional holidays for a week or more.

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Sandybrook Country Park – Ashbourne, Derbyshire

Sandybrook Country Park
Sandybrook Country Park Near Ashbourne
Stay in the former grounds of a 19th century manor house and enjoy beautiful woodland views, marvel at stunning flora and fauna and relax in some of the most luxurious log cabins in the area. Plus, have access to a wide range of superb leisure facilities such as an indoor swimming pool, sauna, spa, games room, and cycle hire and mini golf.  The log cabins with hot tubs at Sandybrook Country Park can sleep varying numbers and there are plenty of options. Here are a few of the accommodation choices:-

  • Sandybrook Elvaston Spa – Sleeps 2 (From £420)
  • Sandybrook Riber Spa – Sleeps 4 (From £410)
  • Sandbybrook Peveril Spa – Sleeps 6 (From £500)
  • Sandybrook Hartington Spa – Sleeps 8 (From £670)
There are other hot tub breaks in the peak district you can enjoy at other log cabin parks and these include:-

  • Longnor Wood – Buxton, Derbyshire
  • Swainswood Leisure Park & Spa – Overseal, Derbyshire
At all of these locations you will be able to find some fantastic log cabin breaks in the Peak District whenever you are looking to getaway. The hot tubs are ideal if you are away on a walking holiday, biking or taking part in active pursuits as the bubbling waters are great for soothing the aching limbs. 

Find Cottages with Hot Tubs in the Peak District
Cottages with Hot Tubs in the Peak District
You will find there are plenty of other pursuits to enjoy that are even more relaxing and some of these are available on the parks such as the luxury lodges in the Peak District with spa and fishing or ones with health and beauty facilities. The Peak District is one of the best places to enjoy a self catering holiday and throughout the year there is always something to keep you occupied and if you want to try something different then you might like to take a look at the cottages in the Peak District with hot tubs.

Here are a few options for you to check out and you can find even more of these www.holidayparkhol.co.uk

  • Waterside Lodge – Sudbury (Sleeps 4 – Prices from £500)
  • Park View Barn – Botany Bay (Sleeps 6 – Prices from £426)
  • Millcroft House – Bolsover (Sleeps 12 – Prices from £743)
  • Bridge House – Overseal (Sleeps 8 – Prices from £426)

Wednesday 23 January 2013

The Best Log Cabin Holidays in the Vale of York

Yorkshire has always been a popular UK holiday destination and the Vale of York has some of the best countryside and sights and attractions of any area in this region.  If you are looking for accommodation then you will be interested in checking out the log cabin holidays in the Vale of York.  The log cabins are self catering and provide a lovely base to relax and enjoy everything available to the holiday maker in this region.  Check out below the range of log cabin parks you might like to consider if you come to this area.

Woodlands Lake Lodges - Thirsk, Yorkshire

Woodlands Lake Lodges
Woodlands Lake Lodges in the Vale of York
This superb lodge park has a range of holiday accommodation and these can sleep two to four people. The lodges provide plenty of comfort and luxury and one of the best features are the superb decking areas with private hot tubs.  The log cabins are set around the lakes in this quiet retreat and in total there are 13 fishing lakes which makes this the perfect place to relax and unwind if you enjoy fishing.  There are other facilities available as well and this includes the Watermill Bar/Restaurant, Children's play area and 13 well stocked fishing lakes plus a tackle shop.

If you want to getaway to this log cabin park in the Vale of York then you can find week stays start at just £309 and there are plenty of short breaks and weekend retreats.

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Hollybrook Lodges - Easingwold, Vale of York

Ideal for a romantic break or quiet family getaway this superb collection of log cabins sleep from two to four people. The quiet countryside setting is a perfect place to relax and unwind at anytime of the year and you are within easy reach of the lovely towns of York, Harrogate and Thirsk. Some of the log cabins have hot tubs and you can relax and enjoy the beautiful surroundings and the warm bubbling waters of the hot tub. Below is a video review of Hollybrook Lodges that provides further information about the park, location and facilities.


If you want to getaway for a week here then prices start at just £337 and range to £1009 depending on when you want to getaway. The log cabins with hot tubs in the Vale of York are incredibly popular so make sure you book your break early to get the pick of the accommodation at this park.

Paradise Lakeside Lodges - Storwood, Vale of York

Paradise Lakeside Lodges
Paradise Lakeside Lodges - Storwood
If you are looking for a quiet log cabin park in the Vale of York then this will be the one for you! Paradise Lakeside Lodges has six accommodation choices and the largest ones can sleep up to six people and this is a great family, friends or couples self catering holiday retreat. All of the log cabins have verandahs and some have hot tubs and you can settle back and enjoy a relaxing time away at anytime of the year. Prices for a week away start at just £335 and there are lots of options for shorter three and four night breaks as well as the traditional week or more.

The park is set over 15 acres and there are two coarse fishing lakes and the grounds have been beautifully landscaped to provide an attractive place to stay. There are dog friendly log cabins at this park so your four legged friend will be more than welcome to stay and pets are charged at just £25 per week with a maximum of two in any accommodation.

Oakwood Lodges - North Duffield, Vale of York

Oakwood Lodges
Oakwood Lodges - North Duffield
Another stunning retreat for log cabin holidays in the Vale of York and here you can find a choice of luxury accommodation at very affordable prices. A week away at Oakwood Lodges starts at just £399 and ranges to £919 depending on the time of year you are planning to getaway. All the lodges have been designed with contemporary features and some of the extras include decking areas with hot tubs and views over the lakes and the countryside.

There are four accommodation choices at Oakwood Lodges and there are two that sleep two people (Acorn Lodge and Cedar Lodge) and two that sleep four people (Oak Lodge and Bramble Lodge). Inside they have open plan living areas with dining and kitchens, features such as free standing baths, steam showers and double bedrooms with en-suite. There are pet friendly log cabins and within easy reach are plenty of great places to visit such as York, Bridlington and Castle Howard.

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Keldy Forest - Pickering, Vale of York

This perfect log cabin park in the Vale of York has it all with a charming setting on the edge of the North Yorkshire Moors and deep inside a Forestry Commission estate you will be certain to find a quiet and tranquil holiday here. There are seven accommodation options at Keldy Forest and these include six log cabins and one cottage.  The log cabins are finished to the highest of quality with master double bedrooms, log burning stoves and en-suite bathrooms.   Some of the log cabins have extras features and luxury items such as bathrobes and luxury toiletries and outside a verandah with an outdoor hot tub.

Check out this video review to find out more about Keldy Forest:-


Staying here might cost less than you think and prices start as low as £292 for a week away and there are plenty of short breaks and weekend getaways as well. Some of the accommodation options are also pet friendly and some of the other features of the log cabin park include:-

  • Shop and Coffee Lounge
  • Children's Play Area
  • Forest Walks
  • Nature Trails
  • Cycle Trails
  • Mountain Biking
  • Ranger Led Walks and Activities
Pickering Lodges - Pickering, Vale of York

Pickering Lodges
Pickering Lodges - Pickering
A beautiful and attractive setting with a two fishing lakes and some lovely log cabins. There are five accommodation choices at Pickering Lodges and the smallest (Grosmont Lodge) can sleep two people and is ideal for a romantic break and the largest can sleep six people (Newbridge Lodge) and this is perfect for a family getaway. The lodges have been designed with comfort in mind and they have large open plan living areas, verandahs overlooking the lakes, private outdoor hot tubs and some of the accommodations are also pet friendly.

The prices at Pickering Lodges are very competitive and for a week away you can pay as little as just £380 and there are also long weekend breaks and short breaks over three and four nights. Some other facilities on the log cabin park include a bar and cafe, fishing and a laundry service. 

More Log Cabins in the Vale of York

This is just six of the log cabin holidays in the Vale of York you might enjoy and there are others as well and these include the following:-

  • Wighill Manor Lodges - Wighill, Vale of York
  • York Lakeside Lodges - York, Vale of York
  • KP Lodges - Pocklington, Vale of York
  • York House Country Park - Thirsk, Vale of York
  • Yellowtop Country Park - York, Vale of York
  • Tantara Woodland - Pickering, Vale of York
  • Home Farm - Stillingfleet, Vale of York
  • Griffon Forest - Flaxton, Vale of York