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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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
Booked this location for my Partners birthday. Easy to find, extremely cosy and comfy. Greeted with a great view! Definitely fun feeding the alpacas, goats and other animals.
Highly... read more recommend
Michael
9th May 2024 -
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
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
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 -
Really enjoyed my stay here. It's great for a couples get away. Be aware the bus doesn't travel on Sundays if you're relying on a bus. There was complimentary mulled... read more wine and snacks. Thank you for such a lovely stay, I definitely hope to come back
Charlotte
15th December 2024
What can I say other than perfect, everything from the location to the hosts and the hut itself. If you are after a quiet or romantic break this is definitely... read more the place. Stay in the hut and really relax with a bbq sat by a log fire and enjoy the views, or take advantage of the great location and head into Blackpool or the Lake District.
Donna
1st September 2021 -
This has to be the best Airbnb experience and accommodation I have ever come across. Jessica went above and beyond making our short stay something to remember, I had told... read more her that I was bringing my 9 year old son and the stunning lodge we stayed in had some wonderful touches, so Halloween themed blankets, lots of snacks amd a pumpkin to carve to name just a few. Loved it, and more importantly so did my son!
Katie
27th October 2023
Jessica’s place was a perfect little pit stop on our way to the Lake District and a great way to kick off our little holiday. Super impressed with the facilities,... read more beautiful view and accommodating nature. Clear instructions provided and highly recommend the pizza package. Thank you for our stay!
Dion
10th July 2024
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 -
Absolutely amazing place! Celebrated my 30th Birthday here & WOW!!! What an experience.. the Grill Hut itself is absolutely beautiful & the attention to detail & all the added little... read more extras were just fantastic!
The hosts were amazing, even Jess & my friend planning sneaky suprises like decorating the bed in balloons for me! The alpacas were beautiful.. I could go on forever about this place! Exceeded my expectations & we will (Phone number hidden by Airbnb) % be booking again! PERFECT PERFECT PERFECT !!!! - Thank you - Faye & Joann (Website hidden by Airbnb) x
Faye Aleisha
30th May 2022
Absolutely amazing place to stay! We haven’t stopped talking about our time in the hut 🛖 recommend to anyone wanting a peaceful get away!
Robert
19th June 2022
The hosts have thought of everything to make the stay comfortable, romantic & enjoyable. We were lucky enough to have pleasant evenings making & cooking pizzas outside, & later enjoy... read more the warmth & comfort of the fire pit indoors. The accommodation is very well equipped & the 'pre-arrival' information is very informative & useful. The owners were very obliging although they have covered everything so there was very little need to disturb them. Feeding the animals was an added treasure. We would certainly love to return again, & recommend to anyone xx
Jane
19th September 2021 -
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
Such a unique place to celebrate a birthday! We couldn't be more happy with the choice for our post lockdown getaway.
The grill hut is simply amazing!
... read more /> Clean, cosy and oh, so cute ❤
Lee and Jess were friendly hosts without being intrusive. The little extras they provided were a lovely touch and very much appreciated.
The hut has everything you need for a weekend break. The flushing toilet and outdoor, electric shower had great pressure and worked perfectly. Both are enclosed and the shower is a generous size so perfect for tall guests. Cleanliness is brilliant and there was everything you should need to feel covid safe.
Feeding the Alpaca and the other animals further added to the charm of our stay and I can only imagine that children would adore having resident animals during their holiday.
We had the most enchanting time and the lovely memories of Sandvilla and the grill hut will stay with us forever ♥
Thank you for an unforgettable stay xx
Lisa
18th April 2021 -
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
The grill hut is fantastic! Lovely and cosy, bed is comfortable, shower is great, even when it’s cold! I can’t fault anything with the hut and would love to go... read more again! Will also be recommending to friends and family!
Daniella
9th February 2022
We had a lovely stay in the Hut and all the little touches were greatly appreciated.
It was a first for myself and my partner when it came to feeding... read more animals but we really enjoyed ourselves.
Unfortunately the weather wasn't on our side the night we arrived as it would have been nice to chill outside a bit more than what we got chance to... But that's the UK for you!
Overall, we had a really comfortable and enjoyable stay away for a couple of nights. The hut had everything that we needed and the stay was as advertised/expected.
Only slight negative, for me, was the road noise as it wasn't as remote as what I had imagined and I'm a light sleeper. However, my partner slept brilliantly and didn't hear a thing!
The place is really lovely and I would definitely recommend it if you are looking for a sweet little staycation for a night or so.
Emma
10th August 2021 -
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 only stayed for night but we had the best time! Most beautiful place, lovely location, and we were so appreciative of the little extras provided.
We are definitely... read more going to go back and I’ve already recommended to everyone I know!
Katy
7th July 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
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 -
Absolutely amazing place with the best little touches, even though we don’t live far this place was magical and we will defo be back in the summer
Ana
30th September 2020
We loved our stay at the Grill Hut and can’t wait to go back. Jess and Lee are great hosts. The Grill Hut itself was spotless, warm and comfy with... read more everything you need for a relaxing stay. We loved feeding the animals on site, which made it extra special. In terms of location, it’s also in reach of some great attractions such as Farm Yard Ales and Wallings Ice Cream. Highly recommended.
Matt
4th June 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!




