A glamping accommodation called Douglas has opened near Elsing, Norfolk, offering a fully off-grid, eco-friendly option for visitors. Situated on Get Away Hideaway, the site features a hand-crafted, renovated horsebox adapted for short-term stays.
Douglas includes a king-size bed, wood-burning stove, and a fully equipped kitchen with a four-hob cooker grill, oven, sink, and cool box for chilled items. A small additional bed is tucked under the main bed, suitable for a child or small adult, while a seating bench in the living area can serve as an extra sleeping space.
The accommodation is designed with sustainability in mind, using solar power stored in a battery bank to supply lighting, USB charging, and water pumping across the site.
Outdoor facilities include a firepit with a griddle, garden furniture, and a decked area converted from the horsebox’s former loading ramp. A private shower room and composting WC are located a few steps from the horsebox, offering visitors views of the sky.
On-site parking is available, and a wheelbarrow helps transport luggage across the meadow. The site does not permit dogs.
Douglas is positioned within a rural setting that provides access to footpaths and cycle routes, along with proximity to local attractions. North Elmham has a popular tea shop, while the Fox at Lyng serves visitors and residents.
Nearby family-oriented attractions include Roarr! Dinosaur Park and Gressenhall Farm and Workhouse.
Local towns offer additional points of interest. Reepham features historic 18th-century houses and markets, Holt hosts a Sunday craft market, and Aylsham serves as the northern terminus for the Bure Valley Railway, connecting to Wroxham and the Norfolk Broads National Park.
The Weavers Way trail and the Bure Valley Walk provide walking and cycling routes along disused railway lines. Blickling Hall and Felbrigg Hall, managed by the National Trust, are also accessible within a short drive.
The Norfolk coast, with beaches and nature reserves, is approximately 40 minutes away, while Norwich, 15 miles from the site, offers urban amenities including museums, shops, and entertainment options.
For operators and developers in the outdoor hospitality sector, Douglas illustrates a trend toward small-scale, self-sufficient accommodations that combine heritage or repurposed structures with modern conveniences, catering to guests seeking rural, eco-conscious experiences.
Featured image by Get Away Hideaway via glampinghideaways.co.uk