Glamping In Cornwall With Hot Tubs: 4 Unique Sites For Families
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Want that experience of camping with with kids but not so keen on the idea of traditional camping? Why not look at a family glamping adventure as an alternative?
We have done all sorts of camping. We love our Decathlon air tent and have taken our VW Campervan all around France and Scotland (see our guide on things to do in Skye for families).
But there is something very special about a glamping holiday, particularly glamping with private hot tubs!
If you want a relaxing holiday without the stress of setting up camp and you want a comfortable bed to sleep in, glamping might just be for you.
And what better place to start than Cornwall?!
One of our favourite parts of the UK to visit with kids is Cornwall as it has some of the best beaches in the UK for families.
It just so happens that there are also some beautiful places for families to go glamping in Cornwall with hot tubs.
We found that Unique hideaways has a lovely selection of family glamping sites in Cornwall with hot tubs as well as lots more family-friendly glamping sites in the UK. If you don’t need a hot tub, take a look at these Cornish glamping sites.
Here are our top picks for family glamping in Cornwall with hot tubs. For each property, we’ve also give some inspiration for family days out nearby.
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Here are 4 top spots for families to try glamping in Cornwall with hot tubs
Mount View Horizon Safari Tent
The accommodation
Fancy a night in a safari tent? How about a safari tent on the beautiful Cornish coast with a stunning view of St Michael’s Mount?
It sleeps 6 with 2 separate bedrooms so it great for large families looking for somewhere to go glamping in Cornwall with a hot tub.
There’s a small kitchen with a dining area which is perfect for family meals.
It is also a dog-friendly site.
One the same site you will find Mount View Sunrise Safari Tent (sleeps 6) and Mount View Retreat (sleeps 4).
Find out more here including availability and prices.
Things to do in the area
The Mount View Horizon Safari Tent is close to Penzance and there are lots of things to do near Penzance for families.
- Hop on a boat or walk across the causeway at low tide to St Michael’s Mount.
- spend a day on the beautiful sandy Maraizon Beach.
- Swim in an open air pool in Penzance.
- Catch an open air performance at the fabulous Minnack Theatre.
- Visit Land’s End – one of the most famous landmarks in the UK.
- Tremenheere Sculpture Gardens.
- Head up to St Ives on the north coast and take a lovely walk for families from St Ives to Carbis Bay.
Foxglove
The accommodation
This family-friendly safari tent with hot tub in Cornwall is great for those wanting to get away from it all.
The great thing about staying in a safari tent is that you are under canvas and it is close to the camping vibe as you can get without actually camping.
There are two separate bedrooms. One with a double bed and one with twin beds. It sleeps 6 in total and is dog-friendly. If you are a larger group, you can also book Bluebell and Buttercup. They also each sleep 6 people.
On the large decked area at the front of the tent you’ll find a wood-fired hot tub and relax under the stars. There is also a climbing frame and trampoline for the kids to use.
Find out more here including availability and prices.
Things to do in the area
This Cornish glamping site with hot tubs is located in the countryside close to Lamorna Cove on the South West Coast Path between Porthcurno and Mousehole.
Here are some things you can do with kids near Lamorna Cove.
- spend a day on the award-winning Porthcurno beach or nearby Pedn Vounder beach.
- Catch a show at the Minnack Theatre.
- Head to Mousehole for a scenic boat trip.
The Little Cider House
The accommodation
The Little Cider House is a beautiful cabin with hot tub in the Cornish countryside. Inside it has the feel of a traditional country cottage with a few modern touches.
There are two bedrooms – one of which has a triple bunkbed making this ideal for families of 5.
Your cabin comes complete with a hammock and a hot tub on the decked area. If you’re looking for a relaxing spot, what more could you ask for?
There are also acres of wildflower meadows and tracks that you are welcome to explore.
Find out more here including availability and prices.
Things to do in the area
The cabin is located close to the town of Lostwithiel, dubbed the antiques capital of Cornwall. There are lots of family-friendly things to do near Lostwithiel.
- Take the Bodinnick Ferry from Fowey to the beautiful little town of Bodinnick and explore the National Trust Lantivet Bay.
- Restormel Castle (don’t forget your English Heritage membership if you haven’t got it already).
- The Eden Project.
- The Lost Gardens of Heligan.
The Witch’s Wagon at Warleggan
The accommodation
This cute little wagon offers a secluded glamping holiday for families in Cornwall. It’s a great place to get away from it all.
Until 1953 when a road was built, Warleggan was regarded as one of the most remote parts of Cornwall!
The wagon sleeps 4 but if you are travelling with a larger family or a group of friends, you can book 2 or 3 wagons (The Lion’s Den and The Enchanted Wardrobe are also on the same site).
There is a lovely hot tub and at night the twinkling fairy lights give the place a magical feel.
This is a dog-friendly site.
Find out more here including availability and prices.
Things to do in the area
There are 12 acres to explore but if that’s not enough for you, you have 200 sq km of Bodmin Moor right on your doorstep.
Close to Bodmin, it is ideally located for exploring the legendary Tintagel, and the lovely fishing town of Padstow on the north Cornish coast.
If you’re looking for a beach day, there is a wide sandy beach at Polzeath to the north and the stunning Polperro Heritage Coast to the south.
Family-friendly activities near Warleggan include:
We hope you enjoyed these places to go glamping in Cornwall with hot tubs. Let us know which is your favourite!
