Introducing The Spinney, a newly transformed luxury glamping waterside retreat
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Introducing ‘The Spinney’, a luxury glamping retreat featuring Swift S-Pod 4s.
In just a few months, ‘The Spinney’ has transformed from unused, overgrown woodland into a luxurious waterside retreat. With two Swift S-Pod 4s now in place, the site is nearly ready to launch. Having followed this development from its inception, we caught up with Scott Higgins, Managing Director and Owner, as the doors to ‘The Spinney’ are about to open for the first time. He shared the journey of how they turned a wild unused area into a luxury glamping destination.
As they began their search for the ideal accommodation, they ruled out traditional glamping pods and shepherd huts, seeking something different—something they would personally enjoy staying in. Initially, they doubted that a pre-built unit on a chassis would fit due to space limitations. However, during the planning process, they realised that some trees needed to be removed than originally anticipated. This unexpected development opened up more possibilities for their project.
After searching the market and visiting Swift at the ‘Holiday Home Innovation Show’, they discovered the S-Pod range. The S-Pod 4 immediately caught their eye; it offered everything they were looking for in terms of aesthetics, value for money, style, and innovation. The unit perfectly complements their waterside location, especially with the concept of an extended deck that overlaps the water's edge, allowing guests to fully immerse themselves in the beautiful woodland surroundings.
Inspired by the success of their neighbouring ‘Foggy Bottom’ site, a holiday park exclusively for owners, they decided to take the leap and offer something a little different. Over the past nine years, starting with just 5 acres, they've seized opportunities to purchase additional land, allowing them to expand their business and ensure long-term growth. Recently, they've noticed a shift in holiday preferences, with people seeking new types of holidays. Drawing on their years of experience, Scott and his family saw ‘The Spinney’ as the perfect chance to offer something unique—a luxurious, tranquil retreat ideal for romantic getaways. This new venture caters to the changing desires of customers, providing a distinct and upscale option in the market.
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