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Skelwith's Hideaway Pods

Lake District & Cumbria

Three family hideaway pods, sleeping up to four adults and two children and with everything you need for a family adventure in the Lake District.

  • roomUnits 3
  • person Sleeps 2 - 6
  • bed Bedrooms 1 - 2
  • petPets No
  • mobilityMobility No
  • Babies
  • Toddlers
  • Older Kids
  • Teens
Skelwith Fold’s Family Pods offer a simple, budget friendly way to stay in the Lakes. Perfect for families who want a warm, comfortable base without fuss — somewhere to sleep well, enjoy unhurried mornings and dip easily into woodland trails, Slew Tarn, the play area and the Nature Hide. With Ambleside and Windermere minutes away, days out are easy too. Just one of the units, Wagtails, is dog friendly, so if it's important to you book asap.

About this place

Best bits

  • Cosy woodland base- warm simple interiors that families settle into quickly.
  • Brilliant for short stays- easy, no-fuss accommodation for active days out.
  • Play area nearby- great for early-morning energy bursts.

Top tips

  • Pack light- pods work best with minimal kit.
  • Bring torches- helpful for moving around after dark.
  • Take layers- woodland mornings and evenings can be cool.

Plan your stay

What are the facilities like? Where can you eat? What can you do?

Wifi
Outdoor play equipment
Skelwith's Hideaway Pods - rooms

Rooms

Eat

Skelwith's Hideaway Pods - eat
Skelwith's Hideaway Pods - activities

Activities

Accessibility

Steps up to Pod entrances
Pods are compact with limited turning space
Facilities block nearby with standard access
Paths can be uneven in wet weather
Parking close but not directly outside each Pod

Location & local area

About the owners

Henry Wild

Listed since December 2025

Skelwith Fold was bought in 1996 by the Wild family. Although the park had been well cared-for by its previous owners, the once carefully tended grounds had lost their landscaped appearance. Azaleas and Rhododendrons had run riot, and many specimen trees and shrubs were lost, quite literally, in the undergrowth.

Today, more than twenty-five years later, our restoration work of the grounds still continues – and the change has been spectacular. Forgotten or neglected features, such as the park’s mystical tarn, have been brought back to their full glory. And pathways have been created to allow guests to explore the delightful woodlands and enjoy the beautiful views which suddenly open up.

Our changes have benefited wildlife too - our conservation work has brought a new lease of life to Skelwith’s indigenous flora and fauna.

Owner recommendations

  • Hawkshead Chocolate Factory – Hands-On Chocolate Making and Sweet Treats

  • Windermere Lake Cruises – Gentle Boat Trips with Lakeside Stops for Families

  • Grizedale Forest – Woodland Trails, Family Cycling Routes and Outdoor Art

  • Lake Kayaking – Calm Water Adventures for Confident Kids and Grown-Ups

  • Graythwaite Adventure Centre – High Ropes, Zip Lines and Forest Challenges

  • Off-Road Driving with Kankkunen – Family-Friendly 4x4 Experiences in the Lakes

  • Lakes Laser Tag – Outdoor Woodland Games for Older Children and Teens

Plan your stay at Skelwith's Hideaway Pods

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