Luxury Arran glamping site plan for 'discreet' countryside beauty spot

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Plans have been submitted for a luxury glamping site on the Isle of Arran.North Ayrshire Council has received an application to build four timber glamping units at Hillside Farm near the hamlet of Sliddery.The site will also include bike and log storage, a recycling area and service shed.Farm owners Callum and Zara Lindsay say the proposed 4,661 squatre metres plot will cater to guests looking for a peaceful break.A design and access statement prepared by Glampitect on behalf of the applicants says: "This small-scale development will provide subtle and discreet countryside accommodation for tourists visiting this part of the country’s attractions, on short breaks and weekend stays."It is intended by the site operator that this site will be amongst the best available in the area, with exclusive facilities and privacy."At the moment, there is a small presence of campsites and grounds for static / tourer caravans around the Sliddery area of Arran.

The proposal would be providing an exciting new alternative to the area, providing guests with a secluded, high-quality experience."It is anticipated that guests will be families, couples or friends split across pods.

Party groups will not be permitted with the emphasis firmly on offering a relaxing retreat.The statement adds: "The site would be operated as a typical (year-round) holiday let, much like a caravan site, but with much fewer guests, meaning less noise and disruption to neighbouring properties and road users, etc."The pods would be rented out on a per-nightly basis.

There is no intention to use the pods for long-term lease / permanent residences."The site itself is in a securely fenced area located a short distance from the site operator’s dwelling, meaning there will