Who, where and what is Rutland Rural Retreats?
Nestled in an area of beautiful undulating hills, Rutland Rural Retreats is a very small, adult only, super dog friendly, rural glamping site which came to life in July 2022 when owners Clare Farmer and Kirsty Brooks opened the doors to share this peaceful, tranquil haven with others. With just two glamping pods and one Shepherds Hut, all discreetly sited for privacy and with enclosed gardens, you truly can just relax and unwind in tranquil surroundings with your canine companions by your side.
Having been told, time after time, about the calming and revitalising affect, staying at the 15 acre small holding in Rutland, had on friends and family that Clare & Kirsty realised that other like minded, animal loving people would also value such a place where they could escape, recharge and reconnect. No sooner do people arrive at the gate, see the beautiful backdrop, the animals quietly grazing and playing nearby, listen to the sound of the birds and the brooks and take a breath in......., that the daily stresses and toils of every day life just melt away. They really, really do! Not only that but there is so much to do and see in and around Rutland and Leicestershire. It's such an amazing place to visit!
At Rutland Rural Retreats - you truly can just escape and relax. Set off the beaten track, secluded from view within a private 4 acre meadow and bordered by an array of hedgerows, trees and brooks. This small, adult only, dog friendly, glamping retreat has just 3 hand crafted, en-suite, heated, glamping units, ideal for that romantic break, time out from the world, well earned rest or just that chance to combine the great outdoors, your canine companions and a touch of luxury. With 1m high stock and rail enclosed gardens and plenty of space and greenery between both pods and Shepherds Rest, you and your canine companions can relax in comfort, away from prying eyes. Nervous or reactive dogs, no problem. Reviews speak for themselves with Woodpecker being our furthest and a firm favourite for those with canine companions that need a little extra space.
Where we are
Idyllic, dog friendly Glamping - set on the edge of a beautiful small conservation village - Belton In Rutland - 4 miles west of the quaint market town of Uppingham and with easy access from the A47. Rutland borders the counties of Northamptonshire, Cambridgeshire, Lincolnshire and Leicestershire and also very close to Nottinghamshire. There is a direct bus route that drops you off 250 yards from the main entrance, the Rutland Round just on the doorstep and Rutland Water is just a 15 min drive away.
Rutland Rural Retreats, Littleworth Lane, Belton In Rutland, Oakham. Rutland.
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Please note - new for 2025, new enlarged garden area with 5ft fencing for Bumblebee.
In the meantime we are always happy to answer your queries about our glamping retreat. You can contact us at relax@rutlandruralretreats.com or call on 07966 413142
REST - RELAX - RE-ENERGISE
Brook Farm
Relax and ............... unwind
Relax and ............... unwind
Our rural glamping retreat is located at Brook Farm which is 15 acres in total and supports the welfare of horses and other animals who benefit from alternative living. Having the freedom to roam, forage and interact with friends and for those who are grass affected, an alternative, grass free environment full of enrichment. Brook Farm provides as natural an environment as possible for all to thrive.
Our extremely friendly Swiss Valais petting sheep are also nurtured on adjacent land and an array of visiting wildlife can often be seen nearby.
Relax and ............... unwind
Relax and ............... unwind
Relax and ............... unwind
Enjoy the tranquillity and healing powers of the countryside and take in a much slower pace of life while you relax in the comfort and privacy of one of our 3 beautiful glamping cabins.
RRR has been designed to provide an environment that will help instil a sense of peace, relaxation and tranquillity and provide a sanctuary where you can get away with a loved one and your dogs (if you have them!) Put your phone on silent, crack open a bottle, stick a log in the fire pit and unwind and re-charge in the heart of beautiful surroundings.
The two Glamping Pods
The Shepherds Hut - Shepherds Rest
The Shepherds Hut - Shepherds Rest
Both our adult only, dog friendly glamping pods have been individually designed and crafted and are fully equipped with kitchenette, living and dining space, en-suites with flushing toilet and electric shower and underfloor heating.
Your outside space provides individually enclosed gardens with all you need to dine and relax under the stars whilst enjoying a glass of something chilled as you listen to the crackle of the fire pit.
On chillier days guests can relax and dine inside the heated pods or take advantage of the numerous pubs and restaurants that our locality has to offer.
The Shepherds Hut - Shepherds Rest
The Shepherds Hut - Shepherds Rest
The Shepherds Hut - Shepherds Rest
Our adult only, dog friendly glamping pods have recently welcomed a luxurious Shepherds Hut, complete with eco friendly wood fired hot tub (which takes just 45 minutes to heat up!), king size bed and separate single pull out sofa bed.
Everything you have come to expect from the ever popular Woodpecker and Bumblebee glamping pods in terms of home comforts and dog friendliness but with even more added wow and by popular demand.......a wood fired hot tub!