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Luxury Lakeside Cabin
Private wood-fired hot tub, BBQ, firepit, cosy double bedroom and peaceful lakeside surroundings.
£250 per night · Sleeps 2
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Stay somewhere extraordinary.
Quiet waters. Wild encounters. Unforgettable nights. Discover intimate lakeside stays and exclusive wildlife photography at Welham Nature Retreat.
Escape the everyday
Three ways to experience Welham
From an indulgent lakeside cabin to immersive wildlife encounters, every visit is about privacy, tranquillity and reconnecting with nature.
Opening March 2027
Island Bell Tent
A secluded island escape reached by a hand-pulled raft. Under construction; images show the real lakeside setting.
£250 per night · Sleeps 2
Discover the island
Exclusive sessions
Wildlife Photography Hide
Observe and photograph wildlife in peace. Day and overnight sessions, exclusive use for one or two people.
From £75 per session
Explore sessions
The luxury cabin
Long evenings. Warm water. Nothing to rush for.
Sink into your private wood-fired hot tub, enjoy an outdoor BBQ or spend the evening around the firepit under the stars. All included with your cabin stay at no extra charge.
Private hot tub includedBBQ & firepitTwo guestsMinimum two nights
Plan a cabin stayComing March 2027
Your own island hideaway
Our island bell tent retreat is currently being created. Picture misty mornings, glorious sunsets and an intimate stay surrounded by water and wildlife.
Planned facilities include a proper bed, wood-fired heating, limited electricity, a composting toilet on the island, and shore-side shower and flushing toilet. Access will be by a hand-operated raft.
£250 per night · Two-night minimum · Two guests. Bookings are not yet open; the March 2027 opening date is planned and subject to completion.
Ask about island availabilityThe email link opens your email app; a dedicated enquiry address will be added before launch.
A front-row seat to the wild
Wildlife worth waiting for.
From kingfishers to badgers and owls, Welham Lake is home to unforgettable wildlife encounters. Book the photography hide independently of accommodation, with exclusive use for your chosen session.
Day: 7am–5pmNight: 6pm–6amExclusive useUp to 2 guests
£75 for one · £100 for two
Explore hide sessionsThe real Welham Lake
Moments from the retreat
Real photographs of our lake, accommodation, facilities and wildlife. Wildlife sightings vary naturally and are never guaranteed.
Plan your visit
Explore your booking
Choose an experience and calculate the price and deposit. This is a demonstration only: it does not check live availability, take payments or create a reservation.
Booking calculator
Preview mode — no reservation will be made. Island bookings open later, subject to completion.
Select your dates to calculate your price.
Secure booking (requires live server setup)
Availability is checked again before Stripe checkout. A booking is confirmed only after successful deposit payment.
Accommodation: minimum 2 nights; Monday–Friday arrivals only, including Friday weekend arrivals. Check-in 3pm, check-out 10:30am. The island opening is planned for March 2027.
Payment terms: 50% deposit at booking, 50% on arrival by cash, card or bank transfer. Full deposit refund for cancellations at least 30 days before arrival; later cancellations normally forfeit the deposit, subject to applicable law.
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
Is the wood-fired hot tub included?
Yes, private use of the wood-fired hot tub is included in the luxury cabin's £250 nightly rate.
Does accommodation include the wildlife hide?
No. The wildlife photography hide is independently bookable, subject to availability, at £75 for one person or £100 for two.
When can I check in?
Accommodation check-in is from 3pm, and check-out is by 10:30am. Arrival days are Monday through Friday.
Can I book the island bell tent now?
Not yet. The island experience is under construction, with a planned opening in March 2027. We will announce when reservations are available.
When do I pay?
Once live bookings are enabled, a 50% deposit will be due online at booking. The remaining 50% is payable on arrival by cash, card or bank transfer.
Discover a quieter world
Find your escape at Welham
North Yorkshire · Private lakeside stays · Wildlife encounters
New website: www.welhamnatureretreat.co.uk
Contact details and the secure booking service will be activated before launch.