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ACCOMMODATION SAFARI TENTS Where we were seeing a surge of yurts being erected four years ago now it is the safari tent that is on trend. Safari tents have much more space than other canvas structures and are commonly divided into living and bedroom spaces, often with bathroom facilities within the footprint making them particularly appealing to families and groups. These should be sited on a platform, ideally away from windy areas although the guy ropes on safari tents are pretty strong making them surprisingly sturdy structures. Seasonality: These can be left erected year round if occupied Maintenance: It is advisable to lower and store safari tents for the winter if they are not inhabited Price: £4,000-£8,000 for a 5x7m safari tent What to look for: Canvas quality, reinforced straps and twin layers (ie, a roof canvas and a separate internal canvas structure to give additional sound proofing and insulation) GEODOMES The less common of the canvastype structures, geodomes are usually made of PVC (with opaque and translucent panels) or canvas. Pioneered by Buckminster Fuller, they have a space age appearance and receive mixed reactions. They offer huge internal space for their footprint which is directly related to their height. You can make use of this by adding a second mezzanine floor although be aware of how the structure stands out in the landscape. Geodomes should be positioned on a raised platform. Seasonality: Like a yurt these can be four season if kept dry in winter although are more likely to be three season Maintenance: Geodomes often come with a type of plastic cover to help with longevity although canvas covers are also common, particularly with smaller domes Price: £2,500-£7,000 for a 5-6m geodome What to look for: Canvas/PVC quality (particularly at the seams). Check what material is used for the supporting structure (wood/plastic/ metal) and how well it is joined together (rudimentary nuts and bolts on flattened poles versus engineered attachments) PHOTOS BY THE DOME GARDEN My advice would be to choose a structure, or variety of structures, that suit the length of the season you’re aiming to offer at your glampsite. This is by no means an exhaustive list, and of course there are other non-canvas structures you could consider including shepherds huts, pods, tree houses, buses, aeroplanes/ helicopters, dry docked boats, shipping containers, and many more! If you want to welcome guests all year round it is possible with canvas structures so long as they are well positioned, insulated and safely heated (a whole other subject) for the duration. For shorter season structures there is the matter of disassembly and storage to be considered but this is offset by significantly lower cost when compared to more permanent pod or lodge type structures. There is also the charm factor that goes along with a canvas glamping experience. The fun really comes when you start to consider interior treatments: this is where you can really add to a visitor’s experience and differentiate yourself from the crowd. In conclusion my advice would be to be creative; the more attention to detail you put in the more of an inspiring experience your guests will receive. It is also very important to consider how many units you can manage – changing 20 beds two or three times a week is a lot of work and your costs will increase the more help you need. Whatever you decide, enjoy the process and give me a shout if you need any help! ABOUT THE AUTHOR Tim Rees is the managing director of Quality Unearthed, a specialist agency promoting some of the best alternative holiday abodes in the UK. Having spent a number of years living in unusual places and working on off-grid homes, Tim spotted an increase in demand for holidays offering a more grounded, back to nature experience. He started Quality Unearthed in 2010 and can personally recommend each holiday represented for its accommodation, location and overall experience. 01348 830922 / www.qualityunearthed.co.uk 42 WWW.OPENAIRBUSINESS.COM
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