Six master-crafted “pods of dreams”, each one styled to perfection and secluded on an ancient Gloucestershire country estate that’s completely dedicated to nature.
  • Sleeps: 2-4
  • Bedroom: 1
  • Bathroom: 1
  • Minimum stay: 2 nights

Gently nestled in a curve of the River Severn, Elmore Court Estate is home to 250 rich, magical acres of nature-loving land.

A portion of the estate has been dedicated to rewilding, meaning it breathes and buzzes with pure, unfettered life. Here, cared-for animals can roam freely without the artificial potions – such as chemicals and fertilisers – that would otherwise constrain the land’s natural development.

It’s also here that you’ll discover six bespoke, contemporary tree-cabins, designed for couples and small families to immerse their senses fully in the natural world. Master-crafted from sustainable materials, each aspect of the design and build process involved a recognised expert in their field, including award-winning Cotswold architects, an artisan furniture-maker, and a world-renowned interior designer.

Exclusive boardwalks will help you make your descent into the tranquil woods, where time slows and life naturally calms. Your chosen treehouse will be elevated high in the canopy, overlooking wild, lush wetlands that teem with activity.

Each cabin carries its own sense of style and name: the latter inspired by the guiding spirits of the medicine wheel used by generations of Native American tribes for health and healing, encouraging a sense of reflection in nature.

Adder, Wildcat, and Kite each sleep up to three guests – two adults and an extra little one! – with help from a handmade superking bed and a ‘secret’ extra single. L-shaped cabins with floor-to-ceiling windows, you can prepare hearty meals in the sheltered al fresco kitchen, or take a sumptuous bubble-soak in the tin-and-copper bath you’ll discover on the generous deck.

If you’ve brought more than one little guest, or you’ve got friends in tow, Earth and Sky are larger treehouses that, along with that handmade superking bed and hidden single, also feature a daybed. Savour borderline-safari views from Earth’s panoramic windows, while Sky, tucked away amongst the laurels, showcases the rewilding wetlands to absolute perfection.

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At a glance

  • Six bespoke-designed, master-crafted, and sumptuously-furnished tree-cabins, elevated into the canopy at Elmore Court Estate in Gloucestershire, with superlative views of the estate’s rewilding wetlands.
  • Adder, Wildcat, and Kite each sleep a couple and a child, Earth and Sky up to four guests, and Wren is perfect for two.
  • Each treehouse boasts sleek en-suite and full self-catering facilities, and a furnished, scenery-showcasing deck with an al fresco bath.
  • Natural toiletries are provided, and local and home-grown ingredients can be supplied for cooking, along with recipes and tips, on request.
  • On-site activities include estate walks, wild swimming, foraging, and mindful photography. Some must be booked in advance of your stay.

Features

  • Disability Accessible
  • Dog Friendly
  • Family Friendly
  • Off-Grid

Facilities

Handmade bespoke superking bed with organic mattress and bedding (with additional hidden trundle bed in Adder, Wildcat, and Kite, and a further additional daybed in Earth and Sky). Woodburning stove, seating area, Bluetooth speaker with DAB radio, kitchenette with microwave combi oven, kettle, toaster, Nespresso coffee machine, walk-in shower, cotton towels and bathrobes, natural toiletries, deck with outdoor kitchen, single gas hob, outdoor fridge (except Wren, which has a stainless steel indoor kitchen), outdoor furniture, brazier/firepit, snooze chairs, tin-and-copper bath. Provided: logs and kindling, Wi-Fi, cooking/dining utensils and equipment, clothes steamer and hairdryer, wall mirror. Private parking including electric car charging point.

Local Activities

Wildlife-watching, stargazing, nature-walks, foraging, photography, wild swimming, spa treatments, arts and crafts, historic sites, nature reserves.

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Just you and your favourite person? Wren is the smallest – and cutest – treehouse of the bunch; perfect for a romantic couple. There’s a stainless-steel fully indoor kitchen, which is made up for by extra-expansive north-and-south decking furnished with snooze chairs and a sofa… and of course, your own tin-and-copper bath for superlative sunset soaks.

What else? Your chosen tree-treat comes complete with an invigorating walk-in shower, ultra-snuggly robes, and toiletries created from natural oils and healing plant extracts. And if you’re in need of some culinary inspiration, local and homegrown ingredients are available from the estate’s wild farm and gardens… along with some handy recipes and tips!

There’s also an endless list of activities to get involved with, from estate walks and wild swimming to foraging, spa treatments, and mindful photography.

All that’s left for you to do is pour another glass of chilled wine, and let your soul luxuriate in the natural wonders of these truly spectacular surroundings… an experience that promises to linger long in your memory.

Things to note

Renewable electric car-charging is available if needed. Access to one treehouse is gained via exclusive step-free boardwalks, the rest have steps.

Where you'll be staying

Elmore, Gloucestershire

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