Relax in the countryside
Stay at our secluded Sussex holiday retreat – Dragonfly Lodge Ifold one-bed holiday lodge, Woody Shepherds Hut, or our summer holidays huge Sioux Glamping Tipi’s for private family and couples breaks.
Dragonfly Lodge Ifold
Our king one bedroom self-catering apartment is perfect for couples looking for a quiet break away. Dog-friendly too!
Alpaca My Tipi Glamping
Stay in our huge, fully equipped glamping tipi’s for an easy family break away under the stars, with our nearby Alpaca’s. Perfect for couples or families up to 5, our two giant Sioux tipi’s each have their own outdoor kitchen, fire pits, hammocks, toilet and hot shower.
Woody Shepherds Hut
Hand built by our Uncle ‘Woody’ Woodward, our hut comfortably sleeps two on a memory foam sprung mattress, with kitchenette and ensuite toilet and shower. A shepherds hut stay is more than glamping, a mini hotel on wheels, it’s a full heigh camper van experience. Perfect for singles, couples and furry friends.
Explore the Sussex countryside
From ancient woodlands, open fields, the Wey & Arun Canal, quaint villages, stunning views along the Southdown’s Way and Sussex beaches, the list to explore is almost endless.
Climping Beach
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What our guests say
“Amazing weekend spent at Dragonfly Lodge. Everything exceeded our expectations. The place was cosy and beautiful. It was extremely clean and had everything you possibly need. The walks along the canal were stunning.“
Joanna, December 2025, Singapore
Summer glamping breaks for 2026
Our summer only site opens June 2026 and is available to book. Book a mid-week or weekend glamping break at great prices. Our two tipi’s can be hired individually or together for small family groups. Staycation glamping breaks in the West Sussex countryside in our small, exclusive and private glamping field.
Family Adventure
Fun filled family glamping. Easy, comfy and fuss-free camping. Perfect for spending quality time together.
Outdoor Kitchens & BBQ
Our tipi’s each have an outdoor kitchen / dining area, fire pit with bbq grill and cooking tripod.
Daily Alpaca Feeding
Quiet, curious and calming. Meet our friendly Alpacas and join us to feed them their dinner every afternoon.
Book Direct With Us
When you book directly through our website, you’re not just saving on fees — you’re booking with the people who actually live here, care for the alpacas, grow the vegetables, and built the tipi’s with their own hands.
No call centres. No algorithms. Just Sarah and Simon, happy to answer any questions and make sure your stay is everything you hoped for.
When you book direct, you get:
🌿 First pick of our summer tipi dates — before they’re released on Airbnb or Booking.com. Our tipis sell out every summer, so this really does matter.
🤝 A direct line to us — have a question before you arrive? Want to arrange something special? Email or call us directly and we’ll sort it.
🌍 Better for us, better for the planet — OTA platforms take up to 20% commission on every booking. Booking direct means more of your money stays here, helping us continue to run Hillcroft as sustainably as we can.
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