GOING GLAMPING in Devon can involve eating fresh fish and taking trips around private islands.

Picture Editor Jenny Hodges says, “Reach for the stars in these amazing treehouses.”

THE PadSituated in nine acres of woodland, just a five-minute drive (or 45-minute hilly walk) from the riverside village of Dittisham, are four charming round treehouses covered in cedar and named after birds.The two en suite bedrooms are light and roomy, featuring power showers, a dishwasher, a Nespresso machine, and a smart TV.

7The pad is light and spacious, and there’s everything to keep the whole family contentCredit: Supplied

A wood burner and underfloor heating keeps things cosy, and there’s a view of the stars through a clear domed roof.

On the deck is a wood-fired hot tub, table football, chess, a barbecue and a double hammock to keep the whole family content – as will the fresh bread, wine and snacks in the welcome hamper.

The UK city featuring lava trails, views of volcanoes, and excellent fashionExamineBefore ringing the bell to have the ferryman take you across the River Dart to Agatha Christie’s opulent vacation house, Greenway, try your hand at crabbing off the pontoon in Dittisham.Adult single ferry tickets are £3, while child tickets are £2.50 (Greenwayferry.co.uk).Nestled on a private island, Blackpool Sands boasts an exquisite mansion filled with mementos, breathtaking views of the estuary, and a charming treasure hunt for children. The beach is golden and the giant standup paddleboarding area is amazing.You can even play “clock golf” on the upper lawn before strolling through the forest to the Boathouse, which became well-known thanks to Christie’s book Dead Man Folly.

This Christmas, the public can visit Richard Branson’s private island, which has deserted beaches. Admission is £15.40 for adults and £7.70 for children (Nationaltrust.org.uk).

The 15-minute drive to Blackpool Sands is well worth it for its enormous stand-up paddleboarding and golden beach.

The enormous boards can accommodate up to six people and are £55 per hour.

After, unwind in a peculiar sauna shaped like a barrel; one-hour sessions cost £15 per person (Blackpoolsands.co.uk).

Alternatively, for some hands-on animal fun, take a 35-minute drive to Pennywell Farm.

Adult admission is £19.95, while children’s admission is £15.95 (Pennywellfarm.co.uk).

At the Blackpool Sands beach cafe, enjoy delicious fish that is caught every day and rustic chips with extra-minty mushy peas (£16). This place exudes the ultimate beach vibes.

The historic Ferry Boat Inn in Dittisham has quaint alcoves and delicious homemade pulled pork and barbecue sauce pizza (£17) (Fbidittisham.co.uk).

Visit the family-owned Anchorstone Cafe and indulge in some delectable seafood.Thanks to InstagramAlternately, try the delicious seafood and expansive river views of the family-run Anchorstone Cafe, which is close by.Get the fresh scallop-topped crisp Caesar salad for £12.95, or treat yourself to a classic prawn cocktail for £13, complete with lashings of Marie Rose sauce (Anchorstonecafe.co.uk). Heavenly food!