Boasting sweeping views of the Blackwater Estuary and the idyllic Essex countryside that surrounds it, this glamping lodge offers an ideal base for adventure-seeking couples. The property is in the village of Purleigh, a quiet destination just 10 miles from Chelmsford. It’s a two-person property surrounded by a large, private field with outdoor furniture and a wood-fired hot tub, allowing you to spill out of the bespoke shepherd’s hut and make the most of the sunshine throughout fair-weather stays. Whilst it’s ideally positioned as a romantic hub for two, it can also accommodate a third guest, utilising the pull-out mattress if required.
The quirky, handcrafted lodge is set within 10 acres of fields and paddocks, with a private portion devoted to your sole use. Park in your allocated spot, approx. 250 metres away, and make your way up a grassy track and into the property. A few steps lead up to the studio-style lodge, where the lounge, kitchenette and bedroom are all arranged as one. A warming wood burner is positioned in one corner, adding a cosy glow to your space when it’s cold, and there’s an en-suite bathroom just off it. Outside, ample outdoor seating is arranged around a fire pit and the wood-fired hot tub, with a privacy screen creating a serene space to relax.
Explore the village of Purleigh, with its country pub, local shop and lovely vineyard all within half a mile. Head to the neighbouring villages of Bicknacre (3.5 miles) and Maylandsea (6.5 miles) via well-trodden country pathways, or take a drive to RHS Garden Hyde Hall (5.5 miles) to tour the stunning, well-kept gardens. Explore the Blackwater Estuary from the town of Maldon (4 miles), taking walks along the river and towards the Dengie Peninsula (13 miles).