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Glamping with a luxury outdoor bath? Yes please!

June 25, 2025
June 25, 2025 - Glamping with a luxury outdoor bath? Yes please!
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Glamping with an outdoor bath - the treat you didn't know you needed!

Skylark’s secret bath: recycled, repurposed, and ridiculously relaxing!

View out of a luxury outdoor bath next to a glamping pod at Hoe Grange Holidays. There's a zig zag fence made of certified timber and a view over green fields, trees and a small elegant wind turbine.

Imagine you’re soaking in a steaming outdoor bath, solar lights twinkling around you, birdsong in the background and a sky full of stars overhead as dusk descends. It feels indulgent, peaceful, and perfectly private. But what if we told you this new little glamping luxury at Hoe Grange Holidays is also packed with purpose?

If you're after a countryside escape that’s gentle on the planet but big on luxury, Skylark's secret is worth knowing. And yes, you can book your stay today.

Why we built green from day one

A glamping pod with outdoor bath area in the Peak District with solar lighting and outdoor seating

It’s been nine years since Skylark glamping pod first welcomed guests. From the start, we made sustainable choices that reflect our eco values: FSC-certified timber for the frame, sheep’s wool insulation, so much kinder to the environment and to work with, high tech, low-energy infrared heating.  But we didn’t stop at the essentials, we commissioned a bespoke glass window in the bathroom door, handmade by a local artist, Juliet Forrest, and inspired by our surrounding landscape.

Sustainability isn’t something we bolt on at the end. It shapes every decision we make, from sourcing to refurbishing. We’re always striving to improve the guest experience, never standing still, but we never compromise on what matters.

An eco-first upgrade

So why add an outdoor bath to one of our gorgeous glamping pods now? Because we wanted to offer a new way for guests to experience the natural beauty of Hoe Grange, without using more than we need. An outdoor bath gives that relaxing soak many of you crave, but compared to a hot tub it uses significantly less water and far less energy to heat.

It’s a double-ended tub, giving couples space to stretch out together, or for you to enjoy a peaceful solo soak. There’s no humming motor of an electric hot tub, just birdsong and breeze. A romantic retreat, designed with simplicity and sustainability in mind.

One guest told us, “I was in there a good couple of hours staring into the hills of sheep and sunshine. DIVINE!” They were the first to try the new bath, and we couldn’t have said it better ourselves!

Behind the scenes: David with a digger, a recycled bath, and an unusual supervisor

A man in his 60s and a small brown and white Jack Russell inspect some plumbing pipes for a luxury outdoor bath for a glamping pod at Hoe Grange Holidays.

When we say we built this ourselves, we mean it! Farmer David got to work with his mini digger to level the area. The area was fenced out with a zig zag top to give a bit of character and privacy before the recycled bath was put in place. The bath surround? Natural stone sourced from Longcliffe Quarry, just a mile up the road. The paving stones leading to the bath to protect your feet? Leftover from a previous project. The fairy lights that make it magical at night? Solar powered LED low energy bulbs.

Fudge, our resident Jack Russell and self-appointed Guest Entertainment Manager, kept a close eye on proceedings. She’d like you to know she supervised to make sure David was working hard enough and personally tested the sunshine levels in the new seating area. Our little granddaughter Wren also kept an eye on progress.

It’s a space made with care, not concrete. Every material was chosen thoughtfully. Every bit repurposed with pride.

Alfresco breakfasts and birdsong evenings

A cute outdoor bistro set with colourful cushions next to an outdoor bath, set amongst rolling green fields and dry stone walls.

Skylark’s new outdoor space is more than just a bath. It’s a peaceful corner to reconnect with nature. Watch the wildlife from the tub. Sip a cuppa while the sun rises. Enjoy a glass of something local as the solar lights begin to glow.

You’ll also find a bistro table and chairs for alfresco meals. The pod remains just as cosy inside, but now the outside offers a whole new kind of calm.

Whether you're marking a special occasion or simply seeking a switch-off moment, this is the kind of place that feels like a treat – without costing the earth.

Book your romantic escape

We built this for guests who care about comfort and care about the planet. Who like their getaways peaceful, personal, and just a little bit extra special.

Skylark is waiting – come and discover its secret for yourself.

-Felicity

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Hoe Grange Holidays Tripadvisor Comments...

  • star rating  Another great holiday at Hoe Grange - such a great place for us all to holiday as a family - this time with a baby, a 3 yr old, a... read more

    Thesamps
    October 4, 2019

    star rating  What a wonderful find. As our first experience of needing accessible accommodation we could not have wished for better. Beautiful well equipped lodges in lovely surroundings. We stayed in both... read more

    L9943KBlesleym
    April 3, 2020

    star rating  Recently spent a week in "Pinder" and had a lovely time. The location is stunning - the site is nestled in a beautiful valley on the edge of the Peaks... read more

    Peachey167
    July 16, 2019
  • star rating  We stayed in Skylark, one of the two glamping pods available at Hoe Grange in February 2020.

    Felicity & David welcomed us when we arrived to show us around... read more

    HelenLCarter
    February 6, 2020

    star rating  We spent four nights at Hoe Grange and had a lovely time. The location is fantastic and right next to the High Peak Trail. The cabin was very clean and... read more

    Big_Al_0000
    July 16, 2019

    star rating  We had a lovely time staying in one of the incredibly well equipped pods. I bought my pony along and we had some great rides on the high peak trail.... read more

    plopster1
    June 7, 2019
  • star rating  We love this place. Very wheelchair friendly, really well equipped and comfortable, with easy access by car to lots of places of interest particularly Crich Tramway Village, Chatsworth, Bakewell and... read more

    David H
    October 25, 2019

    star rating  Loved every minute of our stay, and so did the family and friends that came to stay. Excellent facilities in our cosy Hipley log cabin. By far the best... read more

    krimpenijssel
    October 25, 2019

    star rating  For the second year running, we have had a great family holiday at Hoe Grange. We had one cabin for the week, for two sisters and our elderly wheelchair-using... read more

    EJYork2013
    June 25, 2019
  • star rating  We have just returned from a short stay in one of the pods on site at Hoe Grange Holidays. We couldn’t recommend them enough. The pod has everything you could... read more

    Catboy86
    August 17, 2019

    star rating  We stayed in Pinder cabin and had a lovely stay, the cabin was spacious and comfortable, nice and warm after cold days out. The children loved meeting the animals and... read more

    Tiggywinkle15
    November 5, 2019

    star rating  Myself and my sister travelled to Costa Rica and Panama via Viva Holidays Ltd. The holiday was exceptional and one to be treasured forever. Andrew at Viva Holidays... read more

    Paula C
    July 4, 2019
  • star rating  We've just returned from our second visit to Hoe Grange. The suggested riding routes with stunning scenery were enjoyed by my daughter and I while the menfolk were delighted with... read more

    Jdrichie12
    July 11, 2019

    star rating  Lovely place to holiday near to interesting locations and easy access to the High Peak trail and Carsington Water. Part of a working farm with fresh produce to enjoy during... read more

    Angie B
    August 3, 2019

    star rating  We stayed for a night in one of the cabins . The cabin was spotless and very well equipped , lots of extra touches were added like fresh eggs and... read more

    Ajtravels14
    February 3, 2020
  • star rating  What a lovely weekend away! We stayed in the lovely gypsy caravan, which was a wonderful and really unique experience. We took along our two horses, who also had a... read more

    rachelthomas2015
    June 18, 2019

    star rating  Second visit to the accessible holiday cabins at Hoe Grange. David and Felicity were as helpful and friendly as ever. We had a welcome pack of freshly baked bread, butter,... read more

    Charlotte M
    August 7, 2019

    star rating  It's been three years since we last visited but once we arrived it certainly didn't feel like it!
    We stayed in Hipley again which had had a refurbished wet... read more

    ElizabethA717
    September 21, 2019
  • star rating  We stayed in the Skylark pod last October (2018) and had a lovely time. There was homemade, rustic goods (bread, biscuits etc) when we arrived. Felicity and David who run... read more

    KBarry
    September 15, 2019

    star rating  Arrived and was shown to our pod, fantastic location and the pod was very good indeed plus we had home made bread and milk and tea and coffee. A... read more

    mickvfr
    July 28, 2019

    star rating  We stayed in Rainster cabin for a long weekend 6 th to 9 th September. This was my 5 th visit to the amazing Hoe Grange. I had visited before... read more

    Jan Horsman J
    September 17, 2019
  • star rating  What can I say?
    Absolutely superb!
    We have just returned from a family weekend staying in Daisybank cabin and the Skylark pod.
    It was our first trip away with my... read more

    Wheelieuser
    June 13, 2019

    star rating  We wanted a complete break and some peace and quiet and this was perfect. The caravan was secluded with beautiful views over the countryside. Everything was spotlessly clean and well... read more

    joanne B
    June 4, 2019

    star rating  Felicity and David made us feel very welcome right from our booking. The pods are well equipped and spotlessly clean. The area is very peaceful with great views and we... read more

    Adventurer_12121
    January 30, 2020
  • star rating  lovely surroundings real farm country with chickens paying you a visit nice decking area to chill at the end of the day accommodation very good plenty to do nearby... read more

    vincent s
    July 28, 2019

    star rating  Stayed last week, from 6th to 13th September in the log cabin called Hipley. This was amazing, it was our first visit but certainly not our last. Gold standard disability... read more

    548julie
    September 14, 2019

    star rating  We love this place. Very wheelchair friendly, really well equipped and comfortable, with easy access by car to lots of places of interest particularly Crich Tramway Village, Chatsworth, Bakewell and... read more

    dghiggs61
    October 25, 2019
  • star rating  A beautiful place to stay! Amazingly run family business! Everyone were very welcoming, friendly and cozy! The skylark pod we stayed in was very clean, cozy and well equipped! The... read more

    sophiee249
    January 2, 2020

    star rating  On arriving at Hoe Grange in a downpour, we doubted if we’d made the right decision to go glamping, but after the warm welcome from David and a quick tour,... read more

    karenmD4738KD
    June 25, 2019

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