lodge holidays in the UK
Book scenic lodge holidays by the coast, mountains or woodlands.
Searching for family-friendly holiday lodges in the UK with incredible nature just on your doorstep? Our lodge parks are open in every season, with 23 different destinations to choose from.
Darwin Escapes luxury lodge holidays are in picturesque locations, with a range of on-site facilities and entertainment for all ages. Search for the perfect lodge breaks below.
award-winning lodge holidays in the UK
At Darwin Escapes, our holiday lodges and lodge parks are set in stunning locations across the UK, stretching from Scotland to Cornwall. Whether you want a weekend at the beach, a relaxing spa break, or a walking holiday with the family, we have the right destination for you.
Travelling with children? Our lodge holiday parks offer on-site activities and entertainment to keep toddlers to teens engaged throughout your trip.
- Coastal, mountain or forest holiday lodges in the UK
- On-site facilities and entertainment
- Family and pet-friendly lodges to rent
- 60+ years’ experience in providing UK lodge holidays
luxury lodges to rent
We offer luxury lodge holidays in beautifully maintained lodge parks, with self-catering accommodation to suit you and your family. Each lodge comes stocked with everything you could need for the perfect home-away-from-home (as well as extras like a wine fridge to keep celebratory drinks cool).
Lodges feature family bathrooms, plus en-suite master bedrooms, giving you plenty of space to get ready. If you’re looking to unwind after long walks, be sure to book a lodge with a hot tub, or one of our lodges with a private sauna.
You can expect our standard UK holiday lodges to include:
- Open-plan living areas
- Comfortable sofas
- Fully-fitted kitchens
- Outdoor decking to enjoy the views
North Wales
Talacre Beach Resort, Flintshire
Talacre Beach Resort in North Wales is perfect for traditional family seaside lodge holidays. Located only a five-minute walk away from the golden sands of Talacre Beach, you’ll love sunny days here. We also have a great range of family friendly facilities for all ages to enjoy, including an indoor swimming pool, a full activities programme and a family evening entertainment programme.
Lake District
Thanet Well Lodge Retreat, Greystoke
Enjoy a Lake District lodge holiday at the tranquil Thanet Well Lodge Retreat, which is perfectly located for exploring everything Cumbria has to offer. With breath-taking views at almost all our lodges, you can enjoy dinner in picturesque surroundings, endless strolls or exciting hikes in the famous mountains. A truly peaceful escape from the daily grind can be had at Thanet Well’s range of luxury holiday lodges.
Keswick Reach Lodge Retreat, Cockermouth
Located within the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Lake District, our beautiful Keswick Reach Lodge Retreat has everything you need for a lodge holiday, including a dog wash for your muddy-pup after a long day exploring. Dine out in style at The Copper Fells Restaurant, enjoy a local tipple at the bar and relax with a treatment from our Ammara Spa.
Isle of Wight
Book a hot tub lodge holiday on the Isle of Wight, at our Woodside Coastal Retreat or our sister park, Woodside Bay Lodge Retreat. Our holiday lodges have everything for a self-catered holiday, including full kitchen facilities in a bright and open plan space.
You’ll have access to Woodside’s facilities, located at Woodside Bay, including a gym and our fabulous Bistro serving delicious meals and your favourite tipples.
Dorset
Why not opt for a hot tub holiday lodge in Poole at Wareham Forest Lodge Retreat? Our stunning resort is surrounded by a scenic forested area of the Dorset countryside, but still within driving range of the Jurassic Coast.
The popular coastal town of Poole is also close by, which is a must-visit for anyone in the region.
Yorkshire
Discover the Yorkshire Wolds at our Kilnwick Percy Resort, where you’ll be surrounded by wonderful woodlands but only a short drive away to the city centre.
Kilnwick Percy is perfect for a family getaway or a friends’ get-together, with a range of holiday lodges sleeping up to 10 people, plus a pet-friendly holiday lodge selection. Enjoy a day out on our golf course, dine out at The Glasshouse Restaurant, and relax in our Nordic Spa with treatments available from the Tranquility Spa Lodge.
Cornwall
Mullion Cove Coastal Retreat, Mullion
For a peaceful beach escape, our Mullion Cove Coastal Retreat is surrounded by beautiful meadows and is our most southerly park on the British mainland. We have one-to-four-bedroom holiday lodges available at this Cornwall holiday resort, so there’s plenty of space for the whole family.
Piran Meadows Resort, Bude
Our Piran Meadows Resort is located in Newquay, Cornwall’s tourist hot spot. You’ll find fun family activities onsite, along with an indoor swimming pool and a range of holiday lodges with two and three-bedroom options. If you’d like your own private hot tub, book from our ‘Premier’ range and treat yourself to the ultimate relaxing lodge holiday.
Somerset
Cheddar Woods Resort & Spa, Cheddar
Our Cheddar Woods Resort & Spa is surrounded by the stunning Mendip Hills, and only a short drive away from the famous Cheddar Gorge. It’s also just a 30-minute drive from both Bath and Glastonbury.
The resort itself is home to a whole range of activities and entertainment for all ages to enjoy, including an indoor swimming pool and two-lane bowling alley, as well as on our onsite Eden Spa offering a selection of treatments. Enjoy the ultimate relaxing lodge holiday with our range of holiday lodges offering one-to-four-bedrooms, along with a selection of ‘Premier’ lodges with private hot tubs.
book UK lodge holidays with Darwin Escapes
Searching and booking family lodge breaks is easy with our online system. If you are travelling with young children, you can also request travel cots and highchairs when you book.
We have decades of experience creating magical experiences in our holiday lodge parks. Whether you’re looking for luxury lodge holidays by the coast, hiking holidays, last-minute lodge breaks with the family, pet-friendly breaks, or child-friendly weekends away, we have something for you.
Our self-catering holiday lodges come with everything you could need during your time at the resort. Each lodge comes with the following:
- Fully equipped kitchen with crockery, utensils, fridge/freezer, oven, microwave, toaster and kettle
- Towels for all guests
- Hairdryer, ironing board and iron
If you need a travel cot or high chair added to your accommodation, be sure to request one at the time of booking and we will make sure these are ready for your arrival. If you have already booked and would like to add any of these items, feel free to call our customer service team on 01993 835020 and they will get it sorted for you.
At Darwin Escapes, we design lodge holiday parks for families and guests of all ages, including children. Some of our parks (such as Norfolk Woods Resort & Spa, Piran Meadows Resort and Sandymouth Holiday Resort) have child-focused activities and kids’ entertainment.
For older kids, our other resorts (such as Keswick Reach Lodge Retreat and Woodside Beach Lodge Retreat) are ideal destinations, with plenty of access to outdoor sights and attractions.
Yes, all of our lodge holidays give you access to the facilities on-site. Many of our resorts feature outdoor play areas, soft play for children, swimming pools, and restaurants/bars. Some come with gyms, spas, saunas and steam rooms, pool tables, and even bowling alleys.
Our most family-focused resorts also offer children’s entertainment programmes and activities to suit all ages.
Please note, there may be an extra cost if you choose to book any treatments or activities. The cost of activities is resort-dependent.
Please check the facilities page at your chosen resort for more detailed information.
No, our lodge holidays do not come with a private hot tub as standard. If you would like a hot tub in your lodge, please make sure to book from our ‘Premier’ range and ensure it indicates there is a hot tub on your booking.
We have 23 holiday parks in the UK with lodges of all sizes to suit your group. Our lodge breaks range from single-bedroom lodges to much larger lodges that can sleep 10+ people. Please use the search function and add in your required number of people to see the accommodation available.
Yes! All of our lodge holiday parks are suitable for dogs, and we offer a range of pet-friendly lodges to rent. To make sure you are allocated the correct accommodation, add your pet when booking online.
Please note, there is an extra charge to bring your pet on holiday with you.