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Relax and unwind
at Wagtail Retreat.

Wagtail Retreat offers three luxurious, beautifully crafted cabins designed to maximise the gorgeous views of the Malvern Hills, the lake and the vineyard. Each hut is larger than average, 10’ x 24’, and has been built using sustainable materials such as Welsh sheep’s wool for insulation and solid wood for both the indoor flooring and the outdoor deck areas. All huts sleep two people, have a king-size bed, stylish shower room, sofa and fitted kitchen area. There is also a log-burner as well as an outdoor bath and fire pit, so you have everything you need to relax and unwind. Whatever the weather, you can switch off, watch the wildlife and enjoy a glass of wine as you look out over the wonderful views across the vineyard and lake.

Modern tiny house with metal siding, fenced wooden deck, surrounded by tall grass and trees, under a blue sky with clouds.
A table outdoors with two glasses filled with a pink drink, two bottles of wine or cider, and a fork, with a wire fence and grass in the background.
Aerial view of a vineyard with neat rows of grapevines, surrounded by open fields and a small lake, under a partially cloudy sky.
Vineyard with grapevines under a blue sky and scattered clouds.
Bottle of brut sparkling wine with label, outdoors
A vineyard landscape with rows of grapevines, a small lake, and an island with a thatched structure and swan. Scenic countryside and rolling hills in the background under a partly cloudy sky.
A vineyard with rows of grapevines stretching into the distance under a clear sky.
Aerial view of a small wooden cabin with a corrugated roof and porch, surrounded by green fields and a grazing cow.
Pathway in a park with small streetlights and trees, during sunset with an orange sky.
Scenic landscape with a wooden cabin near a pond, surrounded by fields and trees at sunset, with a flock of birds flying in the sky.
A wine bottle labeled "Sunset Siegrebe" and a glass of wine are set against a sunlit backdrop, suggesting a sunset scene.
Aerial view of a lush vineyard with rows of grapevines, surrounded by green fields and trees under a clear blue sky.
Two wooden chairs on a deck facing a scenic field, with a round table holding wine bottles and glasses.
Bottle of Brut sparkling wine with two empty champagne flutes on a wooden table.
Metal rowboat on a grassy shore of a calm pond, with trees and sunset in the background.
Sunset over a wooden cabin in a grassy field with a few small trees and a wooden fence in the background.
Small wooden cabin with a metal curved roof and a fenced porch in a grassy area.
Wooden bucket hanging on a wooden wall with a wooden scoop attached.
Close-up of a small wooden structure with a curved roof, a door with a glass window, a small window, and outdoor plants.
Wooden spoon resting on a wooden surface with natural light and shadows.
A small metal stove with glass door, showing bright orange and yellow flames inside.
Two women practicing yoga on black mats outdoors by a body of water, with greenery in the background, during daytime.
Person in a white textured robe holding a glass panel in front of a rustic wooden wall and a window or mirror, with a grassy outdoor scene reflected or visible beyond.
A woman sitting inside a wooden sauna, smiling and wearing a white bathrobe, with a view of lush green vineyards outside.
Woman with tied back hair sitting inside a wooden structure, looking out at a green field and trees.
Two women sitting inside a small wooden sauna, facing each other, with a hot stone heater between them, outside greenery visible through the opening.
A woman enjoying a bath in a hot tub, holding a glass of white wine, with a wooden and metal wall background.
Woman in a red swimsuit smiling and laughing while sitting in a hot tub, holding a glass of champagne.
Two women in a hot tub holding glasses of champagne toasting each other, with wooden and metal background.
A wooden tiny house with a deck and railing in a green field, partially hidden behind a large black curved metal building, with trees and distant hills in the background at sunset.
A small wooden house or cabin in a grassy field at sunset with a few small trees and a barn fence in the background.
A man and woman enjoying a meal and drinks outdoors at a table covered with a white tablecloth. The table has bread, pasta, tomatoes, pineapple, and beverages, with potted plants adding to the scene. They are smiling and clinking glasses, seated in a

James and Chloe have designed each cabin individually. Though all cabins have the same levels of comfort and luxury, each one has a different look and feel inside, to maximise the views and orientation. Each property has been carefully built and planned by James so that the outdoor decking offers privacy, comfortable seating areas and plenty of space to look out over the beautiful surroundings.

Individually designed.

Cozy tiny house interior with blue walls, a bed, a green sofa with yellow pillows, large windows with outdoor views, and wooden flooring.

In classic British Racing Green, Hedgehog has a stylish Miami chic interior. Located at the top of the property, you can lie in bed and gaze out over the top of the vines towards the Malvern Hills or sit at its breakfast bar catching-up on your laptop as you enjoy the world outside. In the evening, why not have an outdoor bath, looking out over our wildflower meadow towards the sunset.

FROM £175pn

Hedgehog

Interior of a small bedroom with a single bed, cactus-themed wallpaper, green walls, a wood-burning stove, and brass wall lights.

Always in the middle, our Gooseberry cabin, in slate blue, features a botanical, Scandi-chic interior and its very own wood-fired hot tub. The layout and finishes are luxurious and have been designed to maximise the light and the magnificent views across the lake and the Malvern Hills. What could be more perfect than sitting on its sheltered deck and watching the wildlife go by with your morning coffee?

FROM £175pn

Gooseberry

Cozy interior of a tiny house with a red plaid loveseat, blue pillows, wooden cabinetry, and a window view of a grassy landscape. A bed with white sheets is partially visible on the left, and a small kitchen area with a kettle and toaster on the right. A pendant light hangs above, with a woven rug on the floor.

Clad in sustainably sourced larch, with a rustic, natural charm, Larch is located close to the lake and the vines. Its spacious, luxurious interior has a feature copper sink in the shower room and the main living area has unparalleled views of the Malvern Hills. An ideal spot to sit on the deck, watch the wildlife and enjoy a glass of wine whilst star gazing beside the fire pit.

FROM £175pn

Larch

The Wagtail Experience

  • Two women sitting inside a wooden sauna, facing a large open window showing green trees and a cloudy sky outside.

    Panoramic Sauna

    Our wood fire sauna is handcrafted and sourced locally from Evesham. It’s perfectly placed in order to take advantage of the panoramic window to overlook the stunning views of the Malvern Hills and surrounding areas.

  • Two women relaxing in a hot tub, each holding a glass of white wine, having a conversation. The hot tub is outdoors, with a wooden and metal enclosure, and there are trees visible in the background.

    Wood Fire Hot Tub

    Our Gooseberry Cabin comes with it’s very own wood fire hot tub, adding a rustic charm and authentic experience for you to enjoy during your stay. Listen to the fire crackle whilst you relax and enjoy the bubbles.

  • A small barbecue grill on a wooden deck with a sunset in the background, surrounded by a fence and trees.

    BBQ / Fire Pit

    Each Hut has a wraparound, green oak deck with a BBQ/firepit and a bistro table and chair set - ideal for al fresco dining and a late evening supper. Each cabin has two deckchairs so you can sit and watch the world go by.

  • Old barn or shed interior with wooden walls and floor, a vintage clawfoot bathtub, a small wooden table, a green folding chair, and tools hanging on the wall.

    Outdoor Baths

    To help you relax and unwind during your break, our Larch and Hedgehog cabins both have a fully plumbed in, Victorian roll top bath with hot and cold water. Each bath is sheltered, ideal to sit back and completely relax.

  • Two golden retriever dogs sitting inside a vehicle, looking out the window.

    Dog Friendly

    We very much welcome dogs to Wagtail Retreat and each hut has a doggy-proof outdoor deck, to keep your pooch safe. We will provide dog beds, treats, bowl and dog towels for up to two dogs per cabin.

We landscaped the grounds of Wagtail Retreat over six years ago – creating the vineyard, planting the wild flower meadow and developing our spectacular lake. Since that time, we have watched as nature has slowly colonised it – becoming a favourite vacation home for migrating birds, geese, swans and of course ducks.

Start your day with a boost.

Rowboat on a lake at sunset with grassy shore and trees in the background.
View of a serene landscape through a window, featuring a grassy field, a pond, and distant hills, with books and a flower visible on a shelf in the foreground.
Scenic view of a rural landscape with a small wooden cabin, a pond with an island, lush green fields, and distant hills in the background under a clear blue sky.

One of the joys of living where we do is taking advantage of the lake for wild swimming. Plunging into cold, fresh water has many benefits. It jump starts your metabolism, gives you a full-body workout and cold water swimming in particular, triggers a release of dopamine, the body’s feel good hormone – everything you need to give you a boost in the morning. We therefore welcome guests who feel they have the relevant swimming skills to take a plunge in the lake, but please note any swimming is unsupervised and all customers do so at their own risk. We test the water regularly with swim safety at their labs. We ask that all guests wishing to swim, complete and return our swimmer’s declaration form before entering the lake.

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