12 Secluded Dorset Glamping Spots for a Getaway

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In search of something a little more remote for your next UK staycation? Glamping in Dorset could be the answer. 

Whether it’s a fancy yurt or a cute tipi overlooking the ocean, glamping offers all the outdoorsy fun of camping, but with added comfort and style.

This carefully curated list rounds up some of the best Dorset glamping options for your wish list. They’re all perfectly positioned for exploring the county’s best parts! Spend your days walking along the Dorset coast or touring the idyllic countryside. Then come back and relax with a BBQ outside your very own luxury tent…

Glamping in Dorset

Luxurious Geodome, Whitchurch Canonicorum

For a unique Dorset glamping experience, check out the Luxurious Geodomes at The Dorset Hideaway. Nestled in the rural Marshwood Vale, this award-winning “Dark Skies” site is perfect for stargazing, thanks to its limited, low-level lighting. Enjoy stunning views from your geodesic dome house with a panoramic front window.

The four glamping units are set in a separate meadow, offering a remote feel while still providing access to the main campsite’s facilities, including an on-site spa. Each unit features an outdoor kitchenette, electric lights and sockets, underfloor heating, a log burner, and electric blankets. You’ll also have an indoor WC and basin, plus a private locked and heated shower room nearby. This is the ultimate glamping experience!

Caalm Camp, nr Shaftesbury

Next up on this Dorset glamping collection is the popular Caalm Camp, near the idyllic town of Shaftesbury. This family-run rural retreat in the heart of the countryside is a secluded escape, with all the yurts spaced a good distance apart.

Inside, they are spacious and very pretty, with plenty of comfy furnishings. An opening at the top of the yurt lets in sunlight in the morning for a natural wake-up call! As the hosts say, they’ve “taken the very best things about camping in the South West of England (fresh air, lovely views and eating al fresco) and added comfy beds with fresh white linen sheets”.

Hideaway West Dorset, nr Dorchester

Nestled in the countryside near Dorchester, Hideaway West Dorset offers a spacious lodge perfect for a relaxing getaway. There’s a sun terrace, garden, and large bifold doors letting in tons of light. Outside, you have a private garden with a covered outdoor seating area, a picnic area, BBQ facilities, and a wood-fired hot tub!

Inside, the lodge provides a comfortable living experience with a log burner, a fully equipped kitchen, and a private bathroom complete with bathrobes. With its blend of indoor comfort and outdoor amenities, Hideaway West Dorset ensures a delightful stay.

Black Pig Retreats, Shaftesbury

Black Pig Retreats on Bittles Brook Farm near Shaftesbury have achieved consistently high reviews from past guests. They have a range of glamping tents, from safari tents that sleep six to cosy pot-bellied yurts for two!

The larger tents are essentially canvas “cottages”, offering the rustic charm of camping combined with all the comforts of home. This includes proper beds, fully equipped kitchens, and indoor bathrooms with hot running water! The farm itself is an idyllic countryside retreat with stunning views across the Blackmore Vale

Knapp Farm, Corscombe

Tucked away near the sleepy village of Corscombe in rural North Dorset, Knapp Farm is a small, family-run site with several glamping options. Book into one of the glamping lodges for a self-catering stay with a full kitchenette, or the tiny “Puki Pod” for a cosy, unique glamping experience. Either way, you’ll be surrounded by idyllic countryside views and enjoy a peaceful garden with a BBQ, outdoor dining area, and outdoor furniture.

• Glamping Lodge 1: one-bedroom chalet, sleeps 4
• Glamping Lodge 2: one-bedroom chalet, sleeps 4
• Glamping Puki Pod: sleeps 2

LetzGlamp, Verwood

For a luxurious glamping experience, LetzGlamp in Verwood is the place to be. This elegant accommodation offers luxury tents that are perfect for families – and it’s pet-friendly! The tents, set in a beautiful garden, are simple but cosy, with proper beds and outdoor furniture. Plus, each tent comes with its own barbecue.

Each tent includes a private bathroom with a shower and bath, ensuring a relaxing stay. With all these amenities, LetzGlamp offers a truly comfortable and memorable glamping experience.

Knaveswell Farm, Swanage

Pick one of five gorgeous safari tents on a secluded dairy farm in the beautiful Dorset countryside just outside of Swanage. These well-equipped and ensuite safari tents sleep up to six guests. This is truly camping in style! Think proper beds made up ready, comfy sofas, hot running water, and electricity. Each tent also includes a large wood-burning stove (with oven), plus an outdoor BBQ and firepit.

Camping Pods at Wood Farm Holiday Park, Charmouth

These tiny Camping Pods at Wood Farm Holiday Park in Charmouth offer a cosy and welcoming stay. The pods are small, wooden huts with arched ceilings, proper beds, and a small seating area. There’s electricity and heating, but no kitchenette or bathroom: instead, pod guests have access to nearby shared bathroom facilities.

The holiday park has plenty of great facilities, including an indoor swimming pool, outdoor play area, tennis court and a fishing lake. There’s also a shop, launderette, bar and cafe – in short, everything you need for a comfortable stay!

Herston Caravan & Camping, nr Swanage

Located just outside of the seaside town of Swanage, Herston Caravan & Camping offers pre-erected comfortable and spacious bell tents. With stunning countryside views, these cute tents can accommodate up to four adults, or two adults and three children.

Inside the furnishings are simple but comfy, with a seating area and dining table. There’s also an outdoor picnic table and fire pits are available on site. Please note that bedding is not provided. The campsite has shared bathroom facilities, a bar and restaurant, and an outdoor play area.

Walnut Farm Glamping, nr Bridport

Nestled in the picturesque countryside of West Dorset, Walnut Farm Glamping offers an unforgettable escape into nature. This secluded site on the Jurassic Coast features luxurious en-suite yurts, each beautifully furnished with superking beds, woodburners, and private kitchens. Some even have hot tubs, fire bowls, and pizza ovens.

Ideal for couples, families, and groups, this glamping site promises a relaxing and fun-filled stay. Guests can explore the stunning surroundings, take a dip in the swimming lake, or relax on the private deck outside their tent. There’s also an outdoor play area, tennis equipment hire, and barbecue facilities.

Jurassic Yurt, Durdle Door

The Jurassic Yurt at Wynards Farm is in a prime location on the Dorset Jurassic Coast, close to the top attractions of Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove. It’s set in 11 acres of farmland, with uninterrupted views over the rolling hills of the Dorset countryside. Perfect for total seclusion – and there’s no light pollution at night. So you can cosy up by the BBQ and firepit for a spot of stargazing. The yurt also comes with a wood-burning stove, a small kitchen unit with hob, and a private wetroom with an eco-toilet and shower.

Cottage Orné, Long Bredy

Cottage Orné in Long Bredy is a charming retreat, tucked away in the idyllic countryside above the impressive Bellamont House. It’s a small, cosy log cabin with a rustic aesthetic outside, and a large wraparound terrace overlooking the delightful garden – and the castle beyond!

Inside, the cottage is equipped with a private bathroom with a shower and a small kitchenette. With its colourful, cottage-core vibes and high-quality amenities, this is a perfect glamping option for a relaxing escape into nature.

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If you try out any of these Dorset glamping experiences – or any others – let me know. Scroll down to leave a comment, I’d love to hear about it!