Forest Garden Shovelstrode, Yurt Camping

Kushti yurt is a traditional Mongolian ‘ger’ or yurt with painted poles inside and is 5.9 metres in diameter and sleeps 4 people. It is situated within a small ancient woodland and is peaceful and tranquil. It is furnished with ethnic textiles and furniture and has a wonderful warm and romantic feel about it especially with all the candles alight at night. The log burner is situated in the centre of Kushti making it toasty warm even on the coldest nights. It has a double ring camping stove inside the yurt allowing guests to cook in comfort whatever the weather. It has a fully equipped kitchen area with everything you will need to make some wonderful meals. Please see our link Additional information which has a full list of everything inside the yurt. There is also a fire pit and a barbeque provided outside. There are 2 double futon sofas, one of which is fully furnished with bed linen (includes double duvet and cover, 2 pillows & covers) Other single or double beds can be provided with a duvet, pillow and cover and one bottom sheet at additional cost of £10 per person. If guests require a camping bed inside Kushti there is an extra charge of £10. Hollistic massage is available to guests – please contact us for more information. We can also arrange traditional tea parties in the wood or tailor made courses for hen parties.

Savannah yurt is 6 metres in diameter and is made locally using ash and hazel. It is based further down into the woodland and is very private and tranquil. There is a large decking area outside allowing guests to enjoy the peace of the woodland, There is a fire pit and barbeque outside. It sleeps 5 people very comfortably. It is furnished with sheepskin rugs, leapard print throws and definitely has that ‘Out of Africa’ feel. The log burner is situated to one side, creating a very spacious feel. It has a double ring camping stove inside the yurt allowing guests to cook in comfort whatever the weather. It has a fully equipped kitchen area with everything you will need to make some wonderful meals. Please see our link Additional information which has a full list of everything inside the yurt. There are 2 double futon sofas, one of which is fully furnished with bed linen (includes double duvet and cover, 2 pillows & covers) It also has a single Futon. Other single or double beds can be provided with a duvet, pillow and cover and one bottom sheet at additional cost of £10 per person. If guests require a camping bed inside Savannah there is an extra charge of £10.

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