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Welcome to Dormouse House, a thoughtfully designed woodland retreat where families can slow down, reconnect, and enjoy life’s simple pleasures.

Just outside West Malling, Kent, our private woodland lodges offer outdoor space, firepits, and safe room for children to roam freely.

Dormouse House is a one-of-a-kind octagonal lodge, the only one in the country, blending rustic charm with modern comfort - perfect for couple, families or small groups seeking a peaceful nature escape near London.

🐭 Key Features & Amenities

🛏️ Sleeps 2-6 people including infants

🛏️ 4 poster bed - King sized, integrated into the unique design of the lodge

🛏️Mezzanine floor - accessed by ladder, for sleeping or relaxing overlooking the woodland

🚼 Free travel cot and high chair available on request. Babysitting available (fee applies)

🔥 Outdoor firepit - Ideal for BBQ, s’mores, stargazing, and cosy nights together.

🍽️ Alfresco dining area - Enjoy meals surrounded by nature

🏡 Fully equipped kitchenette - All cooking essentials including a dishwasher

🚿 En-suite bathroom - Shower, toilet, and sink en suite

❄️ Heating inside the lodge - Comfortable year-round

🌲 Enclosed woodland play area - Safe space for children to explore

🎾 Our tennis court is available for private hire with booking via our website, with all equipment provided - perfect for a friendly match or family fun in the fresh air.

🌳 Private meadow setting - Peaceful lodge beside woodland

❤️ Family-friendly design - Comfort and fun for all ages

🍻 Nearby gastro pubs - walking distance for local dining

👔Iron available on request

🌿 Reconnect with nature - Experience tranquility without sacrificing comfort

🚗 Free on-site parking - Convenient access parking adjacent to your lodge

Wood is available to purchase on site or in local shops.

Whether you’re after relaxing family time, outdoor adventures, or peaceful nights by the firepit, Dormouse House offers the perfect woodland escape near London.

Escape to the heart of the Kent countryside at Woods Meadow Glamping, a peaceful woodland retreat near the charming village of Ryarsh and historic West Malling, just one hour from London. Designed for families, couples and nature lovers, Woods Meadow combines the beauty of the outdoors with cosy home comforts, creating memorable stays all year round.

Choose from four unique lodges, each with private outdoor space, firepit and comfortable interiors designed to help guests relax, reconnect and slow down. Whether you are roasting marshmallows under the stars, waking to birdsong or enjoying quiet mornings surrounded by nature, every stay is centred around what we call The Woods Meadow Way™ — a simpler, calmer way to escape modern life and reconnect with nature, loved ones and yourself.

Children can enjoy woodland play areas and meeting the friendly hens, while adults can unwind in the peaceful meadow surroundings. Guests also have access to a private-hire tennis court, a large dog exercise meadow and open green spaces perfect for family games, picnics and stargazing. Edward Bear Lodge even features its own traditional wood-fired hot tub for an extra touch of luxury.

Woods Meadow Glamping is perfectly placed to explore some of Kent’s best attractions. Nearby you will find St Andrews Lakes for water activities and beach-style relaxation, Diggerland for family fun, the stunning Leeds Castle, and historic Rochester Cathedral. The North Downs countryside offers beautiful walking routes, cycling and scenic villages, while West Malling provides independent shops, cafés, pubs and restaurants.

Each lodge includes an en suite bathroom and kitchenette, blending rustic charm with practical comforts. Whether you are planning a romantic getaway, a family adventure or a peaceful countryside break, Woods Meadow Glamping offers a unique experience where nature, comfort and quality time come together naturally.