
Lions House is a waterside glamping cabin at Piggles, a small site of just three cabins near Brinkley in Cambridgeshire. Set beside natural lakes with open countryside views, it sits 5 miles south of Newmarket and just 30 minutes from Cambridge. The setting is genuinely peaceful surrounded by water and wildlife with very few neighbours.
The site has rowing boats, a putting green, badminton and a gazebo picnic spot. Row out to Duck Island and watch the ducks. There's a treehouse platform used for yoga. The pub is a 5-minute walk away. Cambridge is 30 minutes by car punting, museums, shops and cafés all within easy reach.
Lions House sleeps 2 as standard and up to 4 with a sofa bed or put-up bed.
Lions House is a waterside glamping cabin at Piggles, a small site of just three cabins near Brinkley in Cambridgeshire. Set beside natural lakes with open countryside views, it sits 5 miles south of Newmarket and just 30 minutes from Cambridge. The setting is genuinely peaceful surrounded by water and wildlife with very few neighbours.
The site has rowing boats, a putting green, badminton and a gazebo picnic spot. Row out to Duck Island and watch the ducks. There's a treehouse platform used for yoga. The pub is a 5-minute walk away. Cambridge is 30 minutes by car punting, museums, shops and cafés all within easy reach.
Lions House sleeps 2 as standard and up to 4 with a sofa bed or put-up bed. Inside you get an open-plan double bedroom and living area with a flat-screen TV and fully equipped kitchenette. The private shower room is a short walk from the cabin.
Newmarket Racecourse is 15 minutes away. Cambridge city centre offers punting on the River Cam, the Fitzwilliam Museum and the Botanic Garden. A welcome hamper is included on arrival.
Lions House suits couples perfectly. The private hot tub on the decked balcony is a real highlight. Book it for a proper break from the everyday.
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East of England, Cambridgeshire
Just under two hours from London, Lions House is one of three quaint wood cabins located in Brinkley, Newmarket, perfect for those looking to disconnect from busy life. Enjoy a hot tub, yoga in...
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Updated: 7 Sep 2026, 2:55am
Lions House is located in one of England's darkest sky areas, making it exceptional for stargazing from the hot tub.
The Bortle scale measures night sky darkness from 1 (darkest) to 9 (brightest urban):
The Milky Way is visible overhead, though light domes may be visible on the horizon towards larger towns.
The Milky Way is visible on clear, moonless nights.
119m
(390 feet above sea level)
Lions House sits in a peaceful Cambridgeshire setting, perfect for a relaxing hot tub getaway.
Latitude: 52.1678912° N | Longitude: 0.3791921° W
Today's sun times for Brinkley (Monday, 7 September 2026):
5:18am
Sunrise
5:34pm
Golden Hour
6:34pm
Sunset
This month in Brinkley, you have approximately 13.27 hours of daylight. The shortening days create the perfect excuse for earlier hot tub sessions.
Everything you need to know before you arrive at Lions House.
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Mobile signal is generally good in this area across most networks.
Discover why our guests keep coming back to Lions House
Step straight from your cabin onto the private decked balcony and into the electric hot tub. Perfect for evenings under the stars.
The cabin sits beside natural lakes. Rowing boats are provided so you can row out to Duck Island and watch the wildlife up close.
The Red Lion Brinkley is just a 5-minute walk away. It serves hearty British food all day with a south-facing beer garden and countryside views.
Arrive to tea, coffee, fresh milk, biscuits and a few extra goodies. A small but genuinely thoughtful touch after a long drive.
Newmarket Racecourse is 15 minutes away. Cambridge with punting, museums and great food is just 30 minutes by car.
Piggles has only three cabins Lions House, Bears House and Beavers House. You won't be sharing the site with crowds.
Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat
Lions House is near Brinkley in Cambridgeshire, just under two hours from London. The village sits 5 miles south of Newmarket and 10 miles east of Cambridge. Parking is available on site.
The nearest railway station is Newmarket, approximately 5 miles from the site. From there a taxi will get you to Lions House in around 15 minutes.
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