It turns out that the old wives’ tale of sheep counting to get a good night’s sleep is more than just a story. Now, you can count sheep in real life to get a sound sleep at a new glamping retreat near rural Sussex. This is the world’s first BnB that allows you not only to sleep but lets you do it with sheep!
The Idea
The idea of Shleep Sanctuary wasn’t out of the blue. Instead, it was one born after a study found that almost 44% of adults have struggled with sleep this year alone. 21% of these adults struggled with sleep due to living costs, while 23% had work troubles that kept them up. The CEO at Emma Sleep, Dr. Dennis Schmoltzi, said the nation looks like it needs the restorative power of a good night’s sleep more than ever. Not only are people longing for a night of restful sleep, but it turns out that most also want a serene environment to drift off in. The study further revealed that 14% of people have employed tactics like visualizing sheep counting to better their quality of sleep.
The Resort
Started by sleep tech company Emma Sleep, the Shleep Sanctuary was created to help get a good night’s sleep. A sleep dome is created on a small high side in Sussex and can host two guests at a time. The glamping retreat offers a luxurious double bed with scenic views. When the guests are in bed, they can practice the art of sheep counting in real life as they walk around outside the dome. The sanctuary is all set to open in the summer of 2023, and the company even has a contest for two people to get a chance to try it. A sleep scientist at Emma Sleep Theresa Schorbach added that when practiced regularly, practices like fresh air and sheep counting can help better the quality of sleep over the long run.