Luxury Glamping Pods in Southwell, Nottinghamshire

Switch Off. Slow Down. Stay Somewhere Special.

Escape to peaceful countryside, just minutes from beautiful Southwell. Relax in stylish glamping pods with cosy interiors, private outdoor space and log-burning hot tubs – perfect for couples, families and dog-friendly getaways.

A Boutique Glamping Escape in the Heart of Nottinghamshire

Tucked away in peaceful countryside near historic Southwell, Southwell Retreat offers luxury glamping pods designed for comfort, relaxation and memorable countryside escapes.

Whether you’re planning a romantic weekend away, a family break or a relaxing escape with friends, our cosy glamping pods provide the perfect place to slow down and switch off.

Unwind beneath the stars in a log-burning hot tub, wake up to peaceful surroundings and enjoy everything Nottinghamshire has to offer right on your doorstep.

Why Guests Love Southwell Retreat

> Relax & Unwind

Soak in your own log-burning hot tub, cosy up under the stars and enjoy peaceful evenings in beautiful surroundings.

> Escape to the Countryside

Set in a quiet location near Southwell, perfect for slowing down, relaxing and recharging.

> Boutique Comfort

Beautiful interiors, comfy beds and thoughtful touches to make your stay feel extra special.

> Bring Your Dog

So no one gets left behind selected pods welcome one small dog.

Choose Your Perfect Glamping Pod

Whether you’re planning a romantic escape, celebrating a special occasion or simply looking to relax and unwind, each of our luxury glamping pods offers a peaceful countryside retreat. Make your stay even more memorable by adding one of our optional celebration packages when you book.

Bluebell Pod with Gazebo & Hot Tub

Bluebell Pod

Gazebo & Hot Tub

Sleeps up to 4

Daisy Glamping Pod with Hot Tub

Daisy Pod

Decking Area & Hot Tub

Sleeps up to 4

Dog Friendly

Rosy Glamping Pod with Hot Tub

Rosy Pod

Hot Tub

Sleeps up to 4

Lily Glamping Pod

Lily Pod

Private Patio Area

Sleeps up to 4

Dog Friendly

Why Book Direct With Us?

Book directly through Southwell Retreat for the best experience and best value.

  • Best rates guaranteed

  • Friendly, personal customer care

  • Direct communication before your stay

  • Exclusive offers and availability

  • Local recommendations from your hosts

Perfectly Located to Explore Nottinghamshire

Southwell Retreat is ideally placed to enjoy some of Nottinghamshire’s most loved places.

> Southwell

Discover independent shops, cafés, restaurants and beautiful historic streets.

> Sherwood Forest

Explore woodland walks, family adventures and the home of Robin Hood.

> Southwell Minster

Visit one of England’s most beautiful historic Minsters.

> The Workhouse, Southwell

Step back in time at this fascinating National Trust Property.

Southwell Retreat is ideally placed to enjoy some of Nottinghamshire’s most loved places.

> Southwell
Discover independent shops, cafés, restaurants and beautiful historic streets.

> Sherwood Forest
Explore woodland walks, family adventures and the home of Robin Hood.

> Southwell Minster
Visit one of England’s most beautiful historic Minsters.

> The Workhouse, Southwell
Step back in time at this fascinating National Trust Property.

Loved by Our Guests…

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Declan Gillett
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100% would recommed! Lovely stay! A sort walk to pubs and food places
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Joe Daniels
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Superb ittle gem, great value and staff even accomodated a super early check in so we could get to an event
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Emilia Allen
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A very nice relaxing stay perfect for a cosy get away. Owner was lovely and made us feel welcomed i would go back.
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Nathan Short
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Absolutely amazing stay, the pod was lovely, beautiful view and a quiet cosy atmosphere. The hot tub was fantastic. Lindsay was so friendly and helpful, we will definitely be staying again.
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Tina Clawson
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Amazing stay , lovely pod,very clean tidy lovely location and owners very polite will come bk
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Lovely night very good price too. Nice atmosphere not too many people around so feels private, also nice feature to have a fire at night with marshmallows. Owner is also very good for getting back to you if anything is wrong whilst staying here⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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James Kerrigan
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Excellent stay, host was amazing and on hand with any enquiries
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Shaun Brown
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Stopped for one night, in bluebell. The pictures don’t do it justice. Lovely large glamping pod and amazing external patio section with hot tub. The bed was the comfiest mattress ever and felt like sleeping on cloud nine. Thankyou for your last minute hospitality

Frequently Asked Questions

We’re here to help make your stay as relaxing and enjoyable as possible. If you have any questions that we haven’t covered in our FAQs, please don’t hesitate to get in touch – we’ll be happy to help.

Southwell Retreat aims to provide a welcoming and inclusive stay for all our guests. If you have accessibility requirements, are autistic, have ADHD, are neurodivergent, or have particular sensory needs, we recommend taking a look at our Accessibility & Inclusivity Policy before booking. It includes helpful information about the accommodation and surroundings so you can decide whether Southwell Retreat is right for you. If there’s anything else you’d like to know, please get in touch – we’ll be happy to help.

We’re just a short 15 minute walk from historic Southwell town centre.

Yes, our pods are cosy and comfortable all year round.

Absolutely, booking direct gives you the best rates and personal service, call 07503 111 443 or email info@southwellretreat.co.uk

We welcome one small dog 10kg or under in our Daisy or Lily pods. There is a small pet charge of £10 payable to the site upon arrival. We kindly ask that guests adhere strictly to our house pet guidelines during their stay.

Absolutely! Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, anniversary, engagement, honeymoon or simply treating someone special, we offer optional Standard and Deluxe celebration packages. These can be added to your booking to make your stay even more memorable. Please visit the individual pod pages for full details of each celebration package and what’s included.

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Luxury glamping pods with log-burning hot tubs near Southwell in Nottinghamshire.

Relax, unwind and make memories in beautiful countryside surroundings.

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