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Woodland breaks and forest holidays

Elbow Cottage and the access country lane, Cornwall
Elbow Cottage, Cornwall | © National Trust/Mike Henton

A woodland holiday offers immersion in nature, so you can connect with the season and find peace, quiet or inspiration. You could try forest bathing, set off on trails to spot wildlife, One cottage even has a balcony for a view of the tree canopy.

Cottages among the trees

These cottages are in peaceful spots, perfect for getting away from it all.

The sitting room with woodburner and television, at Castle Ward Gamekeeper's Lodge, County Down

New - Castle Ward Gamekeeper's Cottage, County Down 

This Victorian cottage is in a quiet spot at Castle Ward, tucked away among meadows and woodland. You can head off on foot on the trails that criss-cross the estate. Sleeps five.

The beautiful exterior of Combe Park Lodge, Lynton, Devon

Combe Park Lodge, Devon 

This woodland lodge is close to river gorges, rocky coastlines and wild moorlands. Sleeps four.

The exterior of Danescombe Cottage, Cornwall

Danescombe Cottage, Cornwall 

Built in the 19th-century as an office for Danescombe Valley Mine, this cottage is in wildlife-rich woodland on the Cotehele estate. Sleeps three.

The dining table and chairs for two on the balcony at Warcleave Cottage, Devon

Warcleave Cottage, Devon 

Enjoy the view over the treetops from the balcony in this secluded cottage in the woods. Sleeps four.

The exterior of Durgan Wood Cottage, Cornwall

Durgan Wood Cottage, Cornwall 

This little thatched cabin was once used as an apple store. It's at the edge of a small wood and looks out over the Helford River. Sleeps two.

The exterior of The Chalet At Tan Yr Ogof, Gwynedd

The Chalet at Tan yr Ogof, Gwynedd 

This cottage is in secluded woodland near the pretty village of Beddgelert. It's the perfect base for exploring Eryri (Snowdonia). Sleeps two.

Fairy-tale cottages

These sweet woodland cottages would look at home on the pages of a storybook.

The front door at Bog Cottage, Oxfordshire

Bog Cottage, Oxfordshire 

On the grounds of Upton House, this cottage is surrounded by lush greenery. Sleeps four.

Exterior of The Cwms, Near Amroth, Pembrokeshire

The Cwms, Pembrokeshire 

This cottage is surrounded by Colby Woodland Gardens - a hidden woodland garden covering eight acres. Sleeps four.

The exterior of Penhaligon's, Roseland, Cornwall

Penhaligon's, Cornwall 

This charming stone cottage is on the Roseland Peninsula. Sleeps two.

The exterior of Kymin Round House, Monmouthshire

Kymin Round House, Monmouthshire 

This little castle-like building is at the top of a hill, the Kymin, by ancient woodland full of wildlife. Sleeps two.

The exterior of Old Mill Cottage, Brockhampton, Herefordshire

Old Mill Cottage, Herefordshire 

This 15th-century cottage is in woodland on the Brockhampton estate, in its own pretty garden. Sleeps two.

Cottages for walking breaks

These cottages are a perfect base for a walking holiday.

The outdoor bath and shower at Cartref, Gwynedd

Cartref, Gwynedd 

This simple cottage is surrounded by trees and next to small waterfalls, with a great view from the bathtub on the deck. It makes a good base for walks from gentle rambles to strenuous hikes, with all of Eryri (Snowdonia) on the doorstep. Sleeps two.

The exterior of Elbow Cottage, Cornwall

Elbow Cottage, Cornwall 

This pretty stone and slate cottage is in the Tamar Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It was once a gamekeeper's house and is only a short walk to Cotehele's quay, where there are many footpaths and circular walks to guide you through woodland and along the river. Sleeps four.

The view from the dining room at Forest Cottage, near Exeter, Devon

Forest Cottage, Devon 

In the heart of Ashclyst Forest on the Killerton estate, this cottage offers you an immersive woodland experience - you could explore for hours. Sleeps six.

Exterior of Burrows Cottage, Llanmadoc, Swansea

Burrows Cottage, Swansea 

This former forester's cottage is surrounded by pine woodlands, with walks through rolling countryside and to the beach. Sleeps five.

Woodland bothies and bunkhouses

For a camping with walls experience, try a bothy in the woods.

Heddon Orchard Bothy, Devon

Heddon Orchard Bothy, Devon 

For those who are eager to return to nature, this indoor-camping style bothy offers simple and secluded accommodation next to a network of hiking trails. Wake up early to the sound of birdsong and head out together to connect with the wilds of Heddon Valley or to search for panoramic cliff-top views. Sleeps four.

The exterior of Brownsham Bothy, Devon

Brownsham Bothy, Devon 

This simple stone bothy is surrounded by peaceful orchard, woodland and grassland, close to the South West Coast Path. Sleeps four.

The exterior of Cwm Ivy Lodge Bunkhouse, Wales

Cwm Ivy Lodge Bunkhouse, Wales 

You'll find this bunkhouse in a woodland clearing on the Gower peninsula, with views across Whiteford Burrows Nature Reserve. Sleeps 10.

Woodland camping

National Trust campsites are surrounded by beauty and nature, and these sites have some special woodland pitches.

A safari tent at Low Wray Campsite, Cumbria

Safari tents at Low Wray Campsite, Lake District 

Low Wray has three safari tents tucked away in a woodland area of the campsite, as well as lots of other camping options.

Crowden Brook small private pitch area at Upper Booth Farm Campsite, Derbyshire

Woodland tent pitches at Upper Booth Campsite, Peak District 

At this campsite, there are a few tent pitches in a wooded area by Crowden Brook as well as pitches in the main camping fields.

The tree tents at Brownsea Island Campsite, Dorset

Tree tents at Brownsea Island Campsite, Dorset 

This island campsite has tree tents, suspended from the trees ready for you to put our mat and sleeping bag inside, as well as tent pitches and pre-pitched bell tents.

Exterior of Rose Cottage, Cumbria

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