Over the past decade, glamping has become a hugely popular trend for holiday-makers who want to find that sweet spot between a budget British staycation and splashing the cash on an overseas getaway.

Kent’s campsites have certainly become part of the glamping boom, and the county now boasts some spectacular spots where you can treat yourself to a touch of luxury without straying too far from home. Here are some of our top picks if you’re thinking about booking a glamping break this summer…

ELMLEY NATURE RESERVE, near Sheerness

Stay in the heart of this beautiful nature park and reconnect with your wild side. The range of accommodation at Elmley has everything from woodland bell tents with comfy double beds and charging ports to shepherd’s huts with outdoor bathtubs and firepits for toasting marshmallows. The interiors of the huts and cottages were designed by Francesca Rowan-Plowden, who competed in the most recent series of BBC’s The Traitors. Each room, or tent, has stunning views of the reserve and its wildlife.

Details: Kingshill Farm in Elmley, Minster on Sea, near Sheerness. Book online here.

LUNA DOMES, near Tunbridge Wells

The futuristic domes at Hoath House boast five-star accommodation in a truly unique setting. The site, which was named Best Glamping Site in the South East last year, gives guests panoramic countryside views and a rural location where they can enjoy peace and quiet. The domes themselves come with outdoor decking, hot tubs and skylights that can be uncovered so you can gaze up at the stars from your floating king-size bed.

Details: Hoath House in Chiddingstone Hoath, Edenbridge, near Sevenoaks. Book online here.

MOUNT EPHRAIM, near Faversham

Nestled amongst Mount Ephraim’s fruit farm, these stylish pods offer glamping for two or four guests, so you can make it a romantic couples’ getaway or book a break with friends and family. Each pod has its own individual style, but they all come with a small kitchen, an ensuite bathroom and a private terrace with views of the farm. There are also two country pubs within a 10-minute walk of the site.

Details: Staplestreet Road in Hernhill, near Faversham. Book online here.

WHEATFIELDS, near Romney Marsh

This family-run farm is home to two beautiful safari-style tents so, if you’re looking for an exotic vibe without the price tag, this could be the perfect place. The tents sleep up to eight guests each and are equipped with luxury bedding, ensuite bathrooms with hot showers, wood-burning stoves and an outdoor kitchen including a pizza oven, firepit and BBQ. They’re also suitable for pets, so your four-legged friend won’t get left behind.

Details: Cliff Marsh Farm in Appledore, near Romney Marsh. Book online here.

WOOLPACK INN, near Maidstone

The Woolpack Inn, a country pub run by Kent’s own Shepherd Neame brewery, introduced three new glamping pods to its back garden in 2022. The huts, which were built to help the pub survive post-pandemic, are just a stone’s throw from the 16th-century tavern and include double beds, sofa beds, hot showers, USB sockets and a small kitchen area. Our reporter spent a night there shortly after the pods opened and praised the Scandi-chic decor and fantastic pub grub.

Details: Benover Road in Yalding, near Maidstone. Book online here.

You can find more UK camping and glamping recommendations at campsites.co.uk.