King-sized beds, opulent bronze bath tubs, plush en-suites…these aren’t usually items associated with camping. But the cluster of Hesleyside Huts (beautifully converted shepherd’s huts) boasts such luxuries within their swish mezzanine style layout. The gorgeous ‘cottage on wheels’ is perfectly placed for star-gazing, set beneath the Northumberland Dark Sky Reserve. And you don’t even need to pack your own telescope - there’s one handily stashed under the bed. From £75 per night.

This beautiful mock 19th-century church is glamping at its finest. Made from corrugated tin, The Tabernacle features a bespoke stained glass window and its very own bell tower. Inside, opulent botanical wallpaper is wrapped around the bolthole-for-two, there’s an en suite shower room with a heated towel rail, while underfloor heating and a wood-burning stove will keep you cosy. You also get your own private deck with a hot tub - an ideal spot from which to enjoy the country views. From £399 per week. Sleeps two.

Decked out with a proper bed, rocking chairs with colourful cushions and a well-equipped kitchen, Bramblewood Yurt is a good choice for anyone dipping their toe into camping. It comes with bags of luxury, including underfloor heating and a sheepskin covered sofa, as well as a bathroom with gleaming white tiles and a wooden floor. The bright lights of Bath are only a 15-minute drive away, yet they will feel a world away in this green space. From £115 per night. Sleeps two.

How about a spot of wilderness camping on some remote Scottish beaches? Eilean Shona is a tiny island in Loch Modiart on Scotland’s west coast, with a population of just two. It’s just one of the camp locations on Wilderness Scotland’s Sound of Arisaig sea kayaking trip, in which you paddle around Scotland’s west coast by day and camp on its beaches by night. Others include Peanmeanach and South Morar. The five night trip costs from £725pp (full board) based on two sharing.

Perched high above two secluded fishermen pools, After The Gold Rush is made for the more adventurous. The yurt is hidden away within the walls of the Walcot Hall Estate, perfect for exploring on foot, in a rowing boat or in the saddle (there are stables here, too). There’s a double bed, plus a double sofa bed, and a lovely terrace outside overlooking the water. Hot showers and the loo are in a converted hen house next door. From £72 per night. Sleeps four.

Set in a remote location on the edge of Snowdonia National Park, a collection of tipis rise into the Welsh countryside. Lit by lanterns and warmed by wood burners, they are thoughtfully furnished, with plush beds, sheepskin rugs and beautifully carved tables and chairs. There is nothing but nature to disturb the peace in the folds of 50 acres of Dyfi Forest - no wifi, electricity or smog. Active souls can get their fill of walking, canoeing, biking and rock climbing nearby. From £195 per night. Sleeps two.

Vintage lovers, look no further than these American Airstream pads. The trailers have retro floral curtains and sassy red upholstery, as well as seating areas that can convert into extra bed space. The car-free, tree-lined site is completely surrounded by farmland and only seven miles from the Suffolk coast. Heading to Latitude Festival? This site is only 20 minutes away. A weekend in ‘Nettie’, an Avion Airstream, costs from £220. Sleeps two.

Light and airy but shaded by the trees, Bechstein Tent is fitted with pretty candle lanterns and a hand-built king size bed that grew out of these very woods. It’s set inside the wildlife park, so you can book onto a safari to watch wild ponies, cattle, deer and pigs roam these 3,500 acres of former farmland. You get your own firepit, while a shared kitchen, bathroom and the shop are all a short stroll away. From £80 per night. Sleeps two.

How about spending the night in your own fairytale tower? Tucked away in the South Downs foothills, Blackberry Wood is a wacky camp site with a number of luxurious options including this treehouse. Perched in the treetops, it has its own kitchen, outside terrace with chimenea - and a shower located in the turret.There’s a double bed and a snug loft bed and the place has a storybook feel thanks to the branches that twist their way inside. From £175 per night. Sleeps four.

Set between undulating hills and the rugged North Devon coast, Loveland Farm is a six-acre estate complete with five futuristic geodesic domes. Designed by fashion designers Jeff and Karina Griffin, they vary in size and include king-sized beds, wood-burning stoves and mod cons like Wi-Fi and movie projectors. Compost loos, solar panels and eco showers complete the experience. The farm hosts pigs, alpacas and a pair of Asian water buffaloes. You’re close to some of North Devon’s best surf spots, as well as historic villages and charming cobbled streets. From £230 for two nights. Sleeps two.

You don’t need to be in Africa to feel like you’re on safari - this tent in the South Downs National Park does a good job at pretending to be one you’d find in the sunnier climes. With vast windows overlooking the rolling Hampshire hills, it’s light, airy and extremely comfortable. It has a double bedroom, twin room and cabin bed, plus a decent kitchen. There are good walks nearby if you can tear yourself away from watching the world go by in one of the tent’s cosy nooks. From £125 per night. Sleeps six.

A shipping container may not appeal to most - but thrown in your own private lake and some Scandinavian-inspired interiors and it suddenly becomes very enticing indeed. This ingeniously converted storage unit features double-glazed windows, LED lighting and solar-heated phone chargers (though there’s no wifi so you can enjoy switching off from the world to recharge your own batteries). Hire your own rowing boat (£20 per day) to explore the peaceful water, or head to Bodmin, with its great walking and cycling trails. From £100 per night. Sleeps two.

Wake up to beautiful views of the Buchaille Etive Mor and Rannoch Moor from one of these micro cabins, set in this area of outstanding natural beauty. The cabins are basic, but have comfy mattresses (bring your own sleeping bag) and electricity hookup points. There’s an onsite cafe serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, communal showers and drying rooms. Keep your eyes peeled for golden eagles as you stroll to your pod. Summer activities include mountain biking (including coaching), hill walking, climbing and tubing. From £350 for seven nights. Sleeps four.