Eight epic cabins where you can go wild swimming

This former quarry turned secluded lake is a wild swimmer’s dream. The cabin sits on the edge of deep, dark waters that invite you in, whether you're diving off the pier at sunrise or under the stars. The lake’s stillness has an almost meditative energy about it.  

After your swim, rinse off in the open-air, piping hot shower and feel the contrast therapy buzz set in. With a rowing boat, fishing rod, and complete off-grid privacy, this stay offers a plunge into complete elemental wellness. For wild swimmers chasing raw, untamed beauty, this one is for you.

At the Pond is where nature swimming meets architectural magic. At the heart of the experience is a crystal clear, spring-fed pond, complete with a long jetty perfect for early morning leaps or lazy afternoon floats. Cold water therapy fans will love the contrast of plunging into the refreshing water, then warming up in the private steam room or the year-round sunken hot tub.  

Surrounded by trees and open sky, this spot is a haven for anyone craving connection to nature, to stillness, and to the cold, cleansing power of wild swimming.

This smack in the middle of nowhere cabin is the perfect fusion of off-grid relaxation and wild outdoor adventure, tucked away in an unspoilt Welsh woodland and perched beside a small, spring-fed pond. It’s perfect for a morning dip or post bike ride plunge. 

Dry off beside the wood burner or bask in the sun with nothing but birdsong and breeze. With direct access to miles of mountain bike trails, Caban Cilfa is the ultimate nature-immersive wellness stay for water lovers and adventure seekers alike.

Have you ever fancied dipping in a salmon river with no one around but the otters and the owls? River Lodge is here to make it happen. Tucked deep into the Egton Estate in the North York Moors, this riverside dream is so private you could do the backstroke in your birthday suit without alarming a soul. 

Slide open the doors from your king-sized bed and step barefoot onto the deck, where the river flows just steps away. Arrange a day’s fishing, or there’s an excellent country pub within walking distance, so you can follow your dip with a pint and a ploughman’s.

Set in the lush folds of the High Weald AONB, this peaceful lakeside escape offers wild swimming, paddleboarding, and a deck right next to the water. The lodge is wrapped in willows and has some serious eco creds, crafted for total low impact living. There's even a tree growing directly through the deck.  

You’re close to the South Downs, but everything you need is right here. Paddle on the lake, cross the little bridge to peace and quiet, then walk to the Merrie Harriers pub for dinner.

Tucked into a dreamy estate with its own private spring-fed lake, this shepherd’s hut is perfectly poised for coast and country exploring, but with a wood-fired bath, pontoon for lake swims, and Egyptian cotton sheets to sink into at the end of the day, you might never make it past the water’s edge. 

Start your day with a cold plunge, then warm up beside the firepit or test your outdoor cooking skills with the tripod grill. There’s a cold outdoor shower to dial in the contrast therapy, and for supplies, the charming village of Beaminster is just down the lane.

Lark Rise is where time slows down and clothes become optional. Tucked into the gentle Northamptonshire countryside, this romantic bolthole sits on a working farm with its very own stream-fed wild swimming lake. Book your private 2-hour swim slot and you’ll have the water and the wood-fired lakeside sauna all to yourself. 

When you’re not dipping or steaming, you’re probably swinging in a hammock, watching the firebowl flicker, or stargazing through the ceiling window from your bed. It’s rural luxury at its most charming. There’s no rush to go anywhere, though if you do manage to tear yourself away, you’ll find country pubs and wild walks all around.