About The Dandelion Hideaway

Who are we?

The Dandelion Hideaway is owned and run by the Oliver Family, Will, Polly and their daughter Ottilie. Located at Osbaston House Farm covering acres of beautiful Leicestershire countryside, with mature woodlands, arable and grassland.


We are fourth generation farmers who have, for a number of years, hosted visits on our farms for school children, American farming groups and historians as we farm the land where the Battle of Bosworth took place.


We are commercial arable farmers producing a wide range of crops including wheat, beans and maize. As well as farming arable land we have a passion for the countryside and wildlife along with our love of cattle, hens, dogs and horses.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Answering the most asked questions about our farm and glamping retreats.

  • What is the check-in and check-out time for the glamping accommodations?

    Please check in between 4-6pm. If you think your arrival time will be later than 6pm, please let us know.


    Please check out by 9.30 am  - 10am. This allows us to clean and prepare the accommodation for the next guests.

  • Is Wi-Fi available at the glamping site, or is it an internet-free zone for a more immersive getaway?

    No, unfortunately we do not have Wi-Fi. But we do have good phone signal and 4G coverage at the site.

  • Is there electricity in the glamping cottages?

    Yes! We have recently installed electric to all of our canvas cottages and Bluebells. They now include heating, lighting & fridges.

  • What cooking facilities are there in the canvas cottages?

    We have a log burning stove in each canvas cottage. It is an Aga style stove, you can cook on the top like a hob or in the oven. Each canvas cottage also has a small electric hob and BBQ. 


    Each canvas cottage also has a small fridge which includes a freezer compartment. As well as a electric kettle and toaster. 


    Located centrally is the communal wood fired pizza oven. Available for all guests to enjoy!

  • Is there a WC inside the canvas cottage?

    Yes, each tent has its own bathroom. This includes a loo, basin, rolled top bath & shower.

  • Do you supply bed linen & towels for the stay?

    Yes, all linen and towels are included. All beds will be made ready for your arrival.

  • Can we bring dogs on holiday with us?

    In our canvas cottages we allow a maximum of 2 dogs in each cottage these all have secure verandas surrounding the decking to keep your pooches close. 


    Bluebells accommodation welcomes dogs, but please note due to its relaxed style it does not have a secure veranda. So please make sure your dogs are controlled. 

  • Do the canvas cottages have hot tubs?

    Our Bluebells and Hares Form both have wood fired hot tubs.

  • What extras do you recommend we bring along?

    If you’re not planning on doing a food run as soon as you arrive on site, then it might be a good idea to bring along some food and drink to keep you going. If you forget any essentials the farm has a well-stocked honesty shop with food supplies and camping must haves such as matches, fire lighters, loo roll and candles. 


    Hand wash, washing up liquid and surface spray is included, but please make sure you bring your other toiletries.


    We recommend that you bring warm clothing. Each canvas cottage does have heating, but even the light evenings, sitting on the veranda can be chilly.

  • Can we have food deliveries to site?

    You can arrange supermarket deliveries to the farm, these must be organised for a time when you will be at the farm, food deliveries prior to your arrival will not be accepted.

  • Can we have visitors during the day?

    We ask for guests to inform us if they are having day visitors on the site, this is so that we can manage visitor numbers.

  • Do you charge any extra for fire wood?

    No, all wood fire wood is complimentary.

  • Do we have to bring toiletries?

    We include hand wash, washing up liquid and an antibacterial  surface spray.

  • Can I bring a travel cot?

    Yes, you can bring your own travel cot. We can also supply these at a cost of £10 each. Please make sure you bring your own bedding.

  • Do you do single night stays?

    We do not offer 1 night stays. We do offer 2, 3, 4 or 7 night stays checking in on Fridays for 2, 3 and 7 night stays and Monday for 4 or 7 night stays.

  • Can we smoke or vape in the accommodation?

    Unfortunately, we do not allow smoking or vaping within the accommodation.

  • Do you accept stag & hen parties?

    For whole site bookings only.