Hensol Estate Holidays offers families and couples a peaceful base for outdoor adventures, set on the edge of the Galloway Forest Park and nestled between two lochs there is opportunity for paddle boarding, fishing, walking and cycling! There are 12 camping pods, perfect for those who want to experience the great outdoors with a few home comforts, there are also camping pitches. There are dog friendly options and fire pits available to borrow.
Why choose Hensol Estate Holidays
Simple camping pods with microwaves, kettles, fire pits and fantastic dark skies
Ideal base for outdoor adventures with paddle board and bike hire, plus kayak lessons!
Off-grid campsite just 20 minutes from Castle Douglas and set in between two lochs
About the site
Set on the edge of the Galloway Forest Park, this is the perfect base for exploring Southern Scotland with Castle Douglas 20 minutes away and both Woodhall Loch and Loch Ken within easy reach for paddle boarding, fishing and canoeing. There are grass pitches for campers as well as 12 camping pods, each pod has a microwave, toaster, kettle to provide a camping experience with a few home comforts included to lighten the packing! There is a fire pit outside for making the most of the starry night skies. There are four bunk bed pods which have double French doors at the entrance and an open plan interior that sleeps up to four with a bunk bed and two fold out beds. The stargazer and apex pods have a pointed roof and wooden door, these sleep up to five with fold out beds. The pods have metered electric which takes £1 and £2 coins so you can still charge your devices. Bedding is not provided so please bring your own. WiFi is available by the information hut. Facilities are shared with the campers and other pod guests just a short walk away. There are toilets, hot showers and a washing up area. You can also hire bikes, kayaks, paddle boards and fishing equipment or why not sign up to a lesson onsite! Three of the apex pods allow dogs, the rest are dog free. Be sure to pack your blankets, toiletries and a torch!
"What can I say, it was breathtaking"
Geraldine W
"It truly felt like a slice of paradise"
Andrew F
"The owners, who went out of their way to make sure that everyone on site was well looked after"
Rebecca D
Pricing and availability









Stargazer Camping Pod
Electric sockets
(Metered electric)Heating
Hot tub
Parking
(Next to pod)Shower
(Shared facilities)Toilet
(Shared facilities)WiFi
Sleeping platforms
Simple pod with five fold out beds, a microwave, a kettle and a toaster. There is an electric meter that takes coins only. Shared facilities nearby. Outside is a fire pit. Please bring your own bedding. Sorry, no dogs allowed.








Apex Camping Pods
Electric sockets
(Metered electric)Heating
Hot tub
Parking
(Next to pod)Shower
(Shared facilities)Toilet
(Shared facilities)WiFi
Sleeping platforms
Simple pod with five fold out beds, a microwave, a kettle and a toaster. There is an electric meter that takes coins only. Shared facilities nearby. Outside is a fire pit. Please bring your own bedding. Sorry, no dogs allowed.








Apex Camping Pods (Dog Friendly)
Electric sockets
(Metered electric)Heating
Hot tub
Parking
(Next to pod)Shower
(Shared facilities)Toilet
(Shared facilities)WiFi
Sleeping platforms
Simple pod with five fold out beds, a microwave, a kettle and a toaster. There is an electric meter that takes coins only. Shared facilities nearby. Outside is a fire pit. Please bring your own bedding. Sorry, no dogs allowed.





Bunk Bed Camping Pod
Electric sockets
(Metered electric)Heating
Hot tub
Parking
(Next to pod)Shower
(Shared facilities)Toilet
(Shared facilities)WiFi
Bunk bed
Sofa bed/futon
(Double)Simple pod with a bunk bed and two fold out beds, a microwave, a kettle and a toaster. There is an electric meter that takes coins only. Shared facilities nearby. Outside is a fire pit. Please bring your own bedding. Sorry, no dogs allowed.
What guests say
"What can I say, it was breathtaking"
Geraldine W
"It truly felt like a slice of paradise"
Andrew F
"The owners, who went out of their way to make sure that everyone on site was well looked after"
Rebecca D
The listing for Hensol Estate Holidays was last updated on August 26th, 2025 at 12:01 AM
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