Handcrafted Yurt Stays in the Wiltshire Countryside
A Peaceful Rural Retreat
Four secluded yurts nestled near The Ridgeway National Trail, set in 10 acres of peaceful organic meadow, ancient woodland and nature reserve. A space to slow down, breathe deeply and reset in nature
Peaceful Off-Grid Yurts and Gentle Retreats
Nordic Glamping invite you to stay in a small number of our handcrafted yurts, spaced across a quiet, organic meadow at Botswicky Copse in the stunning countryside of Wiltshire and the North Wessex Natural Landscape. This is a place to slow down properly, where the only sounds are birdsong, wind through the trees and the occasional calls of wildlife. The meadow forms part of a nature reserve which is home to rare newts, kingfishers, barn owls and goldfinches that all form part of the landscape you’ll be sharing during your stay.
Walk through ancient fields, follow well-worn paths across the landscape and notice the small details; wildflowers, old trees and the wildlife that quietly lives here.
Welcome to Botswicky - A slower, quieter way to connect to nature
Our off-grid yurts are built using natural materials including Norwegian oak and English ash, with simple cherry wood furnishings inside.
Everything has been chosen and designed carefully to create a space that feels calm, warm and easy to settle into.
Each yurt is slightly different but all are designed to give you space to rest, unwind and spend time without distraction, with views towards the chalk hills of The Ridgeway and spectacular sunsets to the west.
The site is fully off-grid and sits within Helen Browning’s organic farmland, managed with long-standing sustainable principles.
We are also part of the Greener Camping Club, which supports low-impact stays and environmental projects.
A peaceful off-grid glamping retreat in Wiltshire, close to the Cotswolds and within easy reach of London, Bristol and Oxford.
Botswicky is a 10-acre organic hay meadow in the Wiltshire countryside, with ancient woodland and protected nature reserves. This part of the North Wessex Downs is known for its open chalk landscapes, pretty downland villages and far-reaching countryside views.
Peaceful and secluded, yet well placed for exploring, Botswicky offers a quiet yurt stay on The Ridgeway within easy reach of the Cotswolds and the cities of Bath and Oxford. The historic market towns of Marlborough, Wantage and Faringdon are also only a short drive away, making it a calm base for those looking to slow down while still having plenty to discover nearby.
The site offers a peaceful stop for walkers, cyclists and those exploring the ancient landscape locally, including the Uffington White Horse and Wayland’s Smithy. It is also a quiet retreat for anyone looking for space, stillness and time outdoors.
There are only a handful of yurts here, each set apart to give a real sense of space and privacy.
On site, you’ll find well-considered comforts - raised, naturally insulated flooring, comfortable beds, clean composting loos, enclosed copper showers with hot water and a shared covered kitchen for cooking in the late afternoon sun.
Our intention is to offer the right balance of comfort and simplicity, thoughtfully put in place so you can truly unwind, disconnect and settle into a slower, more restorative glamping stay.
Set among open organic farmland, this is a peaceful off-grid escape where you can properly switch off — away from noise, crowds and distraction and closer to nature at your own pace.
Guest reviews from our yurt stays
“We have stayed in many yurts but not one like this: the little woodland and clean small stream made a core memory, the kitchen was lovely and just the right size, and the yurt was a warm inviting space that comforted us in our stay.
Vidar and family were lovely - they collected quail eggs for us and even made soap. Vidar invited us in and showed us around, he came back to check on us and made sure we were warm enough.
Overall, this was an awesome Easter trip. We will recommend this to others and come back soon”
Our Handcrafted Yurts
We design and build our own Nordic yurts
Nordic Glamping is our family business, and every yurt at Botswicky has been handcrafted by us using traditional steam-bent techniques and carefully sourced materials.
Each yurt is designed to be strong, lasting and comfortable, while sitting lightly within the landscape around it. Built with care and intention, they are part of what makes a stay here feel so grounded and connected to the land.
Every structure at Botswicky holds its own story. When you stay with us, you become part of that story too.
