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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The Grill Hut is an amazing cosy and fabulous place to stay. With beautiful surroundings!!
Everything is in the hut that you need and Jessica was perfect with... read more lovely touches of festive spirit.
We will very much be looking forward to a return date in the summer.
Darren
19th December 2021
What a find! We loved the grill hut. Ideal for a weekend retreat - no distractions. The hut is super-cosy with the fire going. Jess is... read more a great host and very welcoming. Just unwind and relax....
David
17th October 2021
Absolutely fab place to stay. Jess and Lee are so lovely, welcoming and nothing was too much trouble. We visited the butchers at Lancaster Leisure Park, along with the 40,000sq... read more ft of antiques and collectables place. The lancaster Brewery was so great too, treating ourselves to some amazing beers. We visited Blackpool for a day, then the Lake District, driving through Hardknots Pass... That was a bit hairy. And we went to Morecombe Bay in an evening. The alpacas/sheep and chickens were so funny and great to feed. We cooked delicious steaks, alabama pork shops and coffee and pepper chicken skewers all from the Lancaster butchers. Enjoyed beers and Gin by the fire and ate outside at the little table. Fabulous stay, very relaxing, cozy and we were lucky to have the weather too! We would recommend this place in a flash. Thank you Jess and Lee.
Jackie
26th August 2021 -
where to start with such a good weekend away, before we had even got to the hut I asked Jessica for some help to get some flowers for my girlfriend,... read more she hooked me up with a florist and even collected the flowers and placed them in the hut with no extra fee! Jessica also left some nibbles on the bed and wine on the side which is just what we needed after the long drive.
The check in was easy and no contact with the host was needed, althought a pack with everything we needed to know was in the hut waiting for us (this contained contact info, local amenities, takeout menus and much more)
The hut itself was immaculate, with cute decor and fairy lights that set the mood for any occasion.
The hut can get cold at night but soon warms up with the electric heater and/or the fire pit (which you can also BBQ on!!)
Overall we had an amazing stay.
finally Jess noticed my gf had left her rings in the hut and has arranged for them to be posted back to us with no fee... what an amazing host 🙂
Jack
15th February 2023
Absolutely amazing stay at the Grill Hut. Jess was on hand via text for anything we needed and the wood “shop” was right outside the door. We didn’t have cash... read more but Jess provided bank details so it wasn’t an issue. We were wondering what we would need to take but there is everything you need to cook and the shower was better than most hotels I have stayed in. There is an under counter fridge to store plenty of food and drinks. Feeding the llamas was a blast and feed was provided on arrival. Thank you Jess, will definitely be back! 😊
Charlotte
3rd August 2022 -
It was the perfect cosy night away! Wine and stuff to make s’mores was provided which was such a lovely touch! Jessica was very responsive and the whole process was... read more easy, would 100% recommend!!!
Caitlin
5th November 2023
Absolutely fantastic weekend in the grill hut! Loved every minute and wouldn't hesitate to return.
Jessica was an amazing host, offered early check in, made sure we had everything... read more we needed for the stay and even left some complimentary ales from the local brewery!
The hut was clean, cosy and warm, even though the rain barely stopped on our second day!
Highly recommended for anyone looking for a unique getaway.
Mike
4th October 2020
A beautiful getaway! The hut is gorgeous and we had the best time. Jess and Lee were really attentive and made sure we had everything we needed. They went above... read more and beyond. Really recommend the pizza making and feeding Fudge (the alpaca) was certainly a highlight! Would love to come back one day!
Anisha
13th June 2021 -
Matt
12th May 2024
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
We had a fantastic night at the Grill Hut, a perfect little hobbit house. It was a cold night outside but we never felt cold in the hut, so cosy,... read more absolutely brilliant. The outdoor shower was so warm, I was amazed, great refreshing start to the day. Loved it! Thank you for having us 🥰
Rebecca
26th November 2022 -
The most comfortable beds, lots of little bits to make it so much easier to travel light with kids, washing up liquid, tea and coffee, camping chairs. We took one... read more bag of clothes and one bag of food. Would recommend the pizza kit, was such a nice treat and kids can create their own pizzas.
Karrina
3rd September 2021
Jessica was an exceptional host and the Grill Hut was a wonderful stay and experience. All the lovely little touches truely made this a perfect getaway and we will definitely... read more be visiting again.
Lilias
14th August 2022 -
What a lovely little place this is! We arrived when it was dark and when we got there all the lights were on, it was really cute. Looked like a... read more fairy house.
The space itself is lovely. The view from the hut is beautiful. The bed is super comfy and the fire is such an added benefit. Really enjoyed making s’mores on the fire.
The location is brilliant. Close to all the places we wanted to be. Lots of walks around.
Feeding the alpacas was also an added benefit.
Would definitely recommend as we really enjoyed our stay.
Thank you for such a lovely stay x
Beth
16th August 2020
We stayed here for one night over the weekend, and it was an amazing experience. The location was easy to find, thanks to the detailed guide with directions and local... read more recommendations. When we arrived, the cabin was already warm, which was a great touch given the cold weather.
The cabin itself was even better than the pictures! The indoor grill made it extra cozy, and we loved the pizza package—baking our own pizzas in the outdoor oven was such a fun experience. Another highlight was the animals. My fiancée loves alpacas, so we were happy to see goats, sheep, and chickens too. Jessica, the owner, even gave us food to feed them, which made it even more special.
Check-out was smooth, and even though we left a little later, it wasn’t a problem. Overall, it was a peaceful, relaxing stay—perfect for escaping the city. We’d love to come back!
Adrian
17th February 2025 -
Charlotte
28th November 2022 -
We have no words to describe how amazing this place is! From the minute we arrived (even in torrential rain!) we were in love. Off grid, cosy yet with everything... read more you need, alpacas, sheep and chickens.. what more could you ask for! The pizza package was fab and highly recommended and my ex-chef Fiancé adored cooking anything and everything on the grill! We honestly didn't want to leave and are already trying to figure out when we can come back! The hosts were amazing and the location was just perfect!
Helen
2nd October 2022
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
Beautiful cozy little hut on a great small holding. Loved the lamas, goats and sheep so cute! The hut was equipped with everything you would need for a cozy... read more night in front of the fire, playing games and chilling. I would also recommend the pizza package, as it was so much fun and delicious to make your own. Thank you so much for having us and we will definitely be back. Thank you❤️
Maisie
13th August 2023 -
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
We really enjoyed our experience at the Grill Hut and could not fault it. Cooking on the fire and the little touches to the hut made it even better. It... read more was in a lovely location and liked the fact we could feed the Alpacas.
We would a 100% return and I will be recommending it to friends and family.
Thanks to Jessica for being a great host and allowing us to stay in such a lovely place.
Leanne
13th September 2022
Had a really nice weekend in the grillvilla, place was incredibly clean and had everything you need, and that bed is ridiculously comfortable!!! If you book this recommending you to... read more get some bbq bits and get cooking on this fire pit, perfect
Tom
11th September 2022 -
A lovely cosy cabin that’s deceptively spacious, we stayed at SandVilla with family (using the belle tent) and all 7 of us sat around the grill in the hut for... read more a cooked breakfast one morning. Nice touches to have an honesty box on site, we purchased some fresh eggs which were yummy. A very relaxing stay, we will be back!
Louise
18th August 2021
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!




