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Soak up the outdoors with our best hot tubs, outdoor baths and showers in the wilds

Tree top tubs, valley view showers, and al fresco soaks amongst the trees that redefine how to do wellness. Whether it’s a steaming hot tub at golden hour, a bracing wild shower, or twin baths perched on a deck, these dreamy glamping spots let you press pause, tune into nature, and get back to the good stuff, like watching clouds while neck deep in bubbles. 

 

Here's our pick of the UK’s best outdoor bathing escapes where you can rinse and relax.

Hideout Treehouse, Devon

This treehouse offers a very unique feature, being the only one in the UK with a bath on wheels. Roll it out to the terrace, fill it up, and soak while the birds put on a chorus. Surrounded by woodland, Hideout is perfect for those who want remote luxury that doesn’t take itself too seriously and still knows how to be fun.  

Inside, you’ve got a super king bed, a huge living space with bi-fold doors, and a movie projector for popcorn fuelled nights. Outside, there’s a wood-fired hot tub accessed by drawbridge (naturally), and an outdoor shower for wilder washes. Hammock naps, stargazing soaks and campfire cooking also await. It’s a playful, peaceful pocket of glamping genius.

At the Pond, Somerset

Wild swimming is a must at this hidden Somerset sanctuary. Settled beside a natural pond and shaded by trees, At the Pond is all about immersing yourself in nature. Start the day with a bracing dip, then warm up in the outdoor sauna-shower combo. It’s a design dream for spa lovers who like things with a little rustic edge.  

Later, stretch out in the sunken deck tub and watch the sun glitter off the water, drink in hand. There’s no need to rush here, everything flows at pond pace. This spot is a dream for anyone chasing calm, connection and a truly wild wash.

The Cabin at Leys Farm, Oxfordshire

In a wooded valley near Chipping Norton, this off-grid cabin is your front row seat to nature. Just 30 metres from a swimmable lake and surrounded by rustling trees, it’s all about unplugging and unwinding. Wake with the light, take your coffee to the porch, and start your day with a wild swim before drying off in the sun.

Built from local timber and blissfully WiFi-free, the cabin comes with an outdoor bath right by the lake. It's the perfect reward after a countryside hike or yoga session on the water’s edge platform. There’s also a firepit BBQ and pizza oven for slow, scenic dinners. If you’re craving stillness, swims and starlit soaks, Leys Farm is the reset button you’ve been looking for.

Brambling Treehouse, Herefordshire

Tucked away in One Acre Wood, Bramling Treehouse is a family-sized escape. Built for four (plus two little extras), it’s part fairytale retreat, part adventure playground. There’s an outdoor copper bath and a rainfall shower hidden in the trees, perfect for those with wild hearts.  

Between sessions in the tub, get stuck into the family fun with grass sledging, swings, den building, or a wander through the woods with panoramic views over the Frome Valley. Come evening, it's back to the treehouse for an evening starlit soak followed by stories around the fire. It’s got everything for a nature-based break with a side of childlike joy.

The Cove, Devon

Sat facing the sea on Devon’s subtropical coast, The Cove is a masterclass in effortless luxury and coastal calm. Inside, you’ll find a sleek wet room, sauna, and a statement bath placed just-so for gazing through glass walls at the ocean beyond.  

Outside, there’s a steaming hot tub, recliners, and an alfresco shower, with every inch angled to make the most of the panoramic views. Even the bedroom looks straight out to sea. With deer, sea birds, and rare flora all around, the landscape is as therapeutic as the amenities. Once a healing retreat for patients in the 60s, it’s still working its magic now, just with more bubbles and better plumbing.

Panford Beck Treehouse, Norfolk

Born of love and lovingly rooted in rewilded woodland, Panford Beck is a Norfolk treehouse with serious soul. Its hot tub is tucked in a hidden glade among the trees, offering a warm haven for long soaks and stargazing. Rinse off under the outdoor shower with Faith in Nature toiletries, then swan around in your robe like the forest royalty you are.  

Inside, you’ve got all the mod-cons, with a king-size bed, wood burner, and a tub built for two. The real treat lies in the peaceful seclusion, wildlife watching, and a design that flows effortlessly from indoors to out.

Oaken Fort, Powys

Perched in the hills of mid Wales, Oaken Fort is an off-grid escape that offers luxury in the wild. Inside, you’ll find a walk-in shower and copper roll-top bath worthy of a boutique hotel. Step out and things get even better, with a private hot tub, outdoor shower and cinematic views of the rolling valleys.  

This is the kind of escape where time slows down, phones get forgotten, and the only agenda is rest and recharge. Whether you're stargazing from the tub or watching mist drift through the trees, it’s pure peace. If you're looking for a wilderness retreat with walks in every direction, or simply to soak under the sky, this fort's a keeper.

The Old Piggery, Devon

Windout Farm might have medieval roots, but The Old Piggery is where modern design meets rustic charm. The deck, screened for privacy, is the main event, where you’ll find a pair of impressive roll-top baths with hillside views, a bookable wood-fired sauna, and a plunge pool (with the first hour included in your stay).  

Indoors, think exposed beams and farm-chic finishes. Couples come here to switch off, tune into the quiet, and unwind in blissful privacy. Whether it’s wine in the tub or a brisk plunge followed by a snooze in the sun, The Old Piggery is countryside indulgence at its best.

Pomeroy Treehouse, Somerset

If you can tell us about another treehouse with dual outdoor showers, a spa bath for two, and a Finnish-style sauna all on the same deck, we’ll be amazed. Especially if it also has a rooftop terrace with a fire pit, dumb waiter, and outdoor TV.

Suspended among the pines, draped in willow and wrapped in views across fields, Pomeroy is a full-blown treetop retreat. There's a handcrafted staircase, trap door for true seclusion, a pizza oven and even vintage Dutch bikes for countryside exploring. But when the sun dips, it’s all about stargazing from the bubbling tub, warming up in the sauna, and catching a movie under the leaves.

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