Alpaca Pod
Our Pod is the perfect escape with an open plan interior design, set its its own private fenced garden perfect for everyone.
Grill Hut
Gorgeous BBQ grill hut with double bed, seating and grill entertainment areas, set in a wooded area on our smallholding.
Family Pod
This is our biggest pod, it has ample space inside for a family of 4-6, with a double bed, bunk beds, and sofa bed.
Touring Pitches
We have three hard standing, gravel touring pitches available for motorhomes and caravans on our beautiful family small hold.
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Such a charming little staycation. The cabin is uber cozy with fur hides for seat covers, extra pom pom blankets for winter weather, fairy lights a-plenty and of course the... read more superstar feature of the bbq fire!
We had the best time. From our trip to fill up on all the meats from countrystyle farm shop in Lancaster, to watching the rugby at farm yard ales and of course feeding the Alpacas. It was perfect and we will absolutely be making it a tradition to come every year. ❤️
Jess
6th February 2022
We throughly enjoyed our stay. We loved the little touches like the swing, the pizza oven package and feeding the alpacas. Jess is a lovely host and was very kind... read more and accommodating. It’s a perfect little get away.
Debbie
2nd May 2023
Beautiful space we really enjoyed our stay. Very cozy and had nice little touches like the provided marshmallows, sweets, wine and chocolate. Note that the toilets/showers are outside so may... read more be a problem if staying in the colder months and of course lots of spiders/slugs which can’t be helped but something to bare in mind. Overall we would definitely recommend.
Daisy
14th October 2023 -
Had a gorgeous stay, lovely attention to detail. We stayed on a cold and rainy weekend and we couldn’t have been warmer with the fire on! It was perfect. Communication... read more was easy, we needed extra logs and the hosts were straight down with them. They told us we could check out later the next day which was a nice addition! Highly recommend and would stay again. Thank you 🙂
Rachael
21st January 2024
Located on what is essentially a caravan park. Busy, noisy road which kept us up for most of the night. No real communication beforehand without prompts, but check-in was pretty... read more straightforward. Some of the reviews mentioned pizza etc and we were not offered any of these options. It was basically a warmer, comfier option to camping for us. Nothing more, nothing less. It was a 4.5 hour drive for us, so we had hoped for better, but we made the best of it.
Hema
5th June 2022 -
Really lovely getaway. perfect place to relax. Pizza box was so great. Could have been more secluded from other campsite users. Bring slippers and dressing gown.
Liam
26th July 2021
This is an incredible place to stay. Absolutely magical. You won't regret staying here. The check in was simple and easy, amazing communication from the host, Jessica. Spent two... read more evenings here, and it's two nights we won't ever forget. The alpacas and other farm animals, that can be hand fed, really add a special touch to this place. Seriously, if you're thinking about staying here, just do it.
Kieran
10th April 2022 -
Had a lovely stay in the grill hut, cooked some awesome food and thoroghly enjoyed some r&r, we didn't go out and about we just stayed in, but it was... read more perfect and just what we wanted, Thanks Jessica
Phil
21st November 2021
What a quaint place to stay, so beautiful and romantic. The decoration above the bed at the sleeping end of the hut is amazing. We loved the firepit being inside... read more and made it so cosy of an evening, will have to come stay again when it's colder (who knew complaining about the lovely sunny weekend weather we had would feature!!!)
It you get chance to visit Farm Yard Brew Co. it's walking distance and just great.
We enjoyed feeding the alpacas before we left too.
Lovely hosts and a very enjoyable weekend, thank you.
Helen
27th March 2022 -
Our stay at this charming wooden hut was nothing short of magical. Tucked away in a peaceful setting, it combined rustic beauty with thoughtful comforts, creating a cozy haven. The... read more craftsmanship of the hut impressed us, with every detail adding to its warm ambiance.
Interacting with the friendly animals on-site was a delightful highlight, bringing smiles and a unique touch to our day. The hosts' inclusion of thoughtful 'positive supplies' showcased their commitment to both guest experience and sustainability.
I wholeheartedly recommend this enchanting retreat. It's perfect for those seeking tranquility or a quaint base for outdoor adventures. Our experience was rejuvenating and would visit again.
Sándor
25th February 2024
We had a magical stay with Jessica and her family at the Alpaca hut! We were taken aback by the attention to detail, they really had thought of everything and... read more they took great care of us. The place was spotless, facilities were amazing and Jessica was always at hand to answer any questions we had. We spent lots of time at the alpaca field feeding them and they were just beautiful. We have recommended you to everybody we know!
Jen
25th October 2021 -
Perfect stay. Had lovely time. Grill Hut was lovely and cosy and comes highly recommended. Jess and Lee perfect hosts.
Thank you to you both.
Carita
6th November 2022
The place grill hunt was better than what we were expected, Jess also provided us lot of nice treats, we had a really good time really recommend it.
Yu Wen
5th December 2022
I bought a couple of nights stay for my Son & Daughter In Law and they absolutely loved staying here.
So much so they are booking again and so are... read more we.
We would highly recommend staying here. 5 star all the way.
Christina
13th February 2022 -
What a find this place is! Quaintest little hut in a lovely quiet, private setting. Loved everything about it, the grill hut had everything we needed for... read more our stay and Jess is a lovely host. The icing on the cake was feeding the alpacas, sheep and hens!
Would recommend this place as a lovely getaway from it all.
Anne
23rd June 2021
Amazing place, loved it, would definitely go back! Really looked after us, such a unique place to stay!
Luc
22nd March 2024
This was our second visit to Sand Villa Grill Hut. It was even better then we remembered, my partner and I loved it so much last year that this year... read more he chose it to propose to me there. The Grill hut is such a magical, fairy tale stay, complete with all the amenities you need for a glamping holiday. Located in a beautiful part of the country. We would highly recommend hiring the pizza oven for the evening as this provided great entertainment and food at a very reasonable price. We used the bus just outside the site to get to Lancaster and had a fab time there on the second day, the bus was quick and easy to use. We can’t wait to book again next year. Thank you to Jess and Lee for being such wonderful and friendly hosts.
Cassie
22nd August 2021 -
A lovely cabin for a retreat. My partner and I went for our anniversary and it was amazing. Jess is an amazing host and is super attentive to anything you... read more could ask of her! We can't wait to go back ❤
Cal
11th June 2021
We stayed at the Grill Hut for 2 nights. It was our first trip since the whole Covid thing. I can honestly say it was perfect. Jess and her family... read more were all lovely and welcoming, everywhere was spotlessly clean and the hut had everything you needed. Feeding the alpacas, sheep n chickens was a joy, they're all very tame which I'm sure anyone with young family's would love.
We're hoping to visit again very soon.
Alison
15th June 2021 -
The grill hut was the perfect accommodation for our trip. Good size and very comfortable. We especially loved using the grill for cooking food and enjoying the fire (the pizza... read more kit was a perfect addition). Jessica was very approachable and helped us asap with any queries we had. Thanks again for all the little added extras that made the trip even better! Would recommend the grill hut to anyone wanting a unique experience.
Holly
16th April 2023
Wow, just home from this magical little place. Everything is considered and there is not one thing we would change about the experience. Such a great location for exploring, we... read more managed to fit in a farm trip (Greenland’s Farm Village - where you can feed pigs, goats and ponies) a coastal walk (Silverdale - untouched beauty) and the local brewery (Farmyard Ales), not to mention feeding the alpacas (on-site!) but the highlight really is the hut itself. In here you could be anywhere in the world, such a perfect escape. We are already planning our next visit!
Elizabeth
16th January 2022
We had a great time at the grillhut, despite the storm! Jess was really helpful, and the hut is lovely and cosy, especially when it's windy and rainy outside.
... read more /> We also enjoyed meeting the alpacas and the recommendation for the farmyard ales which had a great atmosphere on Saturday night!
Kayleigh & Girish
Kayleigh
20th February 2022
Luxury Glamping Experience…
Sandvilla Stays is located just outside the village of Cockerham and the village sits on the coastal planes south of Lancaster where the River Lune meets the Irish Sea.
We are on the doorstep to The Lake District and ideally situated for exploring the Fylde Coast and Yorkshire Dales. The Lancashire coastal way passes through Cockerham hosting great walks and cycle routes.
On our smallholding we have alpacas, sheep and chickens and guests are welcome to help feed them.
Our small glamping site is made up of 3 hard standing pitches and 3 glamping units. Our pitches are fully serviced and exclusively for Camping and Caravanning Club Members (yearly membership from £45 – see here for details).
We have 3 unique glamping experiences for you and your families, each unit is set within its own private area and all units have electric, heating, private toilets/showers and much more.
You might want to get back to nature in our Scandinavian style grill hut, which hosts an indoor fire pit for cooking and entertaining.
Or for a little bit more luxury book into one of our 2 pods and enjoy an outdoor hot bath looking out at the alpacas.
With a great communal playing space in our field for the children we hope you can sit back relax and enjoy switching off.
Places to visit nearby
Lancaster
The historic city of Lancaster has many places to visit including a Medieval Castle and Priory as well as the Ashton Memorial.
Blackpool
The seaside town of Blackpool is a short drive away and features its famous tower and ballroom, funfairs and entertainment.
The Lake District
With its rugged landscapes and beautiful lakes, it’s easy to see why this is one of the most popular places to visit in the UK.
Golf Courses
There is a fine selection of award-winning golf courses for all levels of player within a half-hour drive of our luxury glamping site.
Fishing
Situated between Lancaster and the Fylde & Wyre coast, you are spoiled for choice with a selection of local fishing lakes.
Beaches
Whether you choose to visit Blackpool, St. Annes, Cleveleys or Morecambe, we are in a great place for you to go to the seaside.
Eating Out
From independent cafes to Michelin star restaurants, you’ll be able to find the perfect place to eat within a short drive.
Local Brewery
Right on our doorstep, at Moss Edge Farm Cockerham, is Farm Yard Ales, a small independent brewery with a great range of beers and ales.
Ice Cream
If you love ice cream you have come to the right place. We have two award-winning ice cream parlours only a few minutes drive away!






