The Quiet Site — Hobbit Holes

The Quiet Site sits above Ullswater in the heart of the Lake District and has welcomed visitors since 1963. Its 15 turf-roofed 'Hobbit Holes' are among the best-value glamping units in the National Park: insulated underground burrows with their own en-suite shower rooms, a kitchenette, comfy beds and valley views, kept snug by the earth and grass around them. It's a well-run, eco-conscious park with a zero-waste shop, an atmospheric cave-like bar and an on-site eatery, plus easy access to Ullswater, Aira Force and the surrounding fells. It's more holiday park than private retreat — you'll have neighbours and it's popular with families — but for couples who want a characterful, affordable Lakes base with an en-suite, it earns its place. Book early, as the Hobbit Holes sell out fastest.