UNIQUE WOODLAND RETREATS

Welcome to A Little Bit of Rough, a truly unique and luxurious Cabin & Glamping retreat nestled in the heart of 20 acres of private woodland in beautiful Rutland. Our mission is simple—to offer a secluded, nature-filled escape where you can unwind, reconnect, and experience the great outdoors in comfort and style.

Our Stays

Rocket Lodge – The One-of-a-Kind Retreat

A stunning conversion of a traditional grain silos, Rocket Lodge is a stay like no other. Step through reclaimed chapel doors and discover:

  • A freestanding copper bathtub at the heart of the room, in front of an original manor house fireplace, creating the ultimate bath-time indulgence.
  • A wood-fired hot tub just outside, overlooking the wetland pond, surrounded by woodland and the sound of crackling flames from the firepit on its own island.
  • Beautiful interiors, twinkling lights, and a mirror ball that adds a touch of unexpected magic.

In December, Rocket Lodge transforms into a winter wonderland, complete with Christmas trees, making it the cosiest festive hideaway imaginable.

The Longhouse – A Spacious Woodland Sanctuary – Just for Grown Ups!

Our newest addition, The Longhouse, is a stunning retreat designed for those seeking both relaxation and adventure. With large glass panelled doors, it offers breathtaking views across the pond and the landscape beyond, creating a true inside-outside living experience.

  • A bathhouse with 2 x tubs and an outdoor sauna overlooking the tranquil pond.
  • A beautifully designed open-plan space with a grand fireplace, perfect for snuggling up on chilly evenings.
  • A bespoke handcrafted kitchen, ideal for creating delicious meals to enjoy in your secluded hideaway.

Whether you’re seeking romance, adventure, or pure relaxation, The Longhouse delivers an experience like no other.

Safari Lodges – Where Luxury Meets Wilderness

Our four spacious canvas lodges—Ash, Oak, Willow, and Birch—offer an elevated Glamping experience, blending rustic charm with home-from-home comforts. Each lodge is carefully positioned to provide privacy, breathtaking views, and an uninterrupted connection with nature.

  • Wood-Fired Hot Tubs (Ash, Oak & Willow) – Relax under the stars as the warmth of the tub soothes you.
  • Private Outdoor Baths (Birch) – Immerse yourself in the serenity of the woodland with two beautifully positioned outdoor baths.
  • Outdoor Pizza Ovens & Firepits – Cook up delicious meals or toast marshmallows over an open flame.
  • Wildlife Pond & Woodland Trails – Watch the natural world unfold around you, with birdsong and rustling leaves as your soundtrack.

Perfect for families, couples, or small groups looking for an off-grid escape without compromising on comfort.

Why Stay With Us?

At A Little Bit of Rough, we believe in the magic of slowing down—of swapping screens for sunsets, routine for relaxation, and city noise for the whisper of the trees. Every stay here is designed to be an escape from the everyday, where you can unwind, reset, and soak in the beauty of nature.

We can’t wait to welcome you. 🌿✨

Ready to experience your perfect escape? Book your stay today.

We do not provide details of our exact location on our website as we would prefer for it to be our little secret with you. Instead, when you book, we will provide you with full details including map and directions as we are hidden away…..we promise, you wont be disappointed when you arrive!

Please note: due to the abundance of wildlife that share our woodland with us and call it their home too, pets are not permitted to stay.

We look forward to welcoming you all and hope that you all love it as much as we do.
The Jackson Family xx

Renewable & Sustainable

A Little bit of Rough is committed to minimising its impact and that of our guests on the natural environment. Where possible we use sustainable and green energy sources to light and heat our lodges.

All wastewater is treated on site using innovative technology and the natural environment. A Little bit of Rough is committed to recycling as much of its waste as possible and provide extensive recycling facilities for our guests.

We are also committed to the maintenance of the woodland as a haven for wildlife. We continue to manage the woodland, plant trees, and create new habitat.

Electricity – In our canvas lodges we do not have any power outlets. There are solar powered facilities (weather permitting) for charging phones & tablets. We do however have a large fridge with small freezer in each canvas lodge.

The Rocket Lodge does have electricity / power outlets.

LUXURY LODGES

Our luxurious canvas lodges each sleep up to 6 guests (4 x adults max) . The lodges comprise of a King Bedroom, a Twin Bedroom and our unique Cabin Bed - every child's favourite bed!

EN-SUITE BATHROOM

Each canvas lodge has its own en-suite bathroom with roll top bath and wash basin, and a separate toilet room located to the side of the lodge next to the bathroom.

WOOD BURNER

At the heart of the lodge is our wood burning stove: it will keep the lodge warm in all weathers, and provides a means of cooking.

COOKING FACILITIES

We do also provide a small gas ring so that you can enjoy that all important cup of coffee, or tea without having to light the stove. Each lodge has its own BBQ area.

KITCHEN FACILITIES

The kitchen is fully equipped with cooking utensils, pots, pans, crockery, cutlery and glassware. There is also a fridge/freezer. The dining area has a 6 seater dining table and benches.

SIT BACK & RELAX

The lounge area has a large 3 seater leather sofa and chair, with stunning views of the countryside when the main doors are clipped back.

DECKED OUT

The Large deck area at the front of the lodge has a dining table for 6, so you can dine al fresco. There are also 2 x lounge chairs to sit back and enjoy the beautiful views over the rolling Rutland countryside.

SPINDLEBERRY STARS

We are very lucky not to have any major towns or cities creating light pollution in the county of Rutland, so star gazing at Spindleberry Woods is absolutely amazing.

Kind words

What an experience! Everyone should get the chance to stay here. The location is incredibly beautiful. The owners ‘green’ ethos and attention to detail is the icing on the cake for this hidden gem in the heart of Rutland – will definitely come again.

Guest

From the moment we arrived we felt we had escaped the stresses of everyday life. The peace, the sky at night – wow and the lodges are stunning with everything you could wish for. This is camping at its best!

Guest