All the way back in March, we told you about West Midlands Safari Park's new lodges, and we've pretty much been dreaming about staying in one ever since.
We mean, vacationing with wild animals just a stones throw away in the UK? It almost sounds too good to be true, doesn't it?!
But believe it or not, this experience is actually real, and - even better - it's now accepting bookings.
There are eight safari lodges in total, and they boast direct views of the park's African elephants and cheetahs from their massive, stretching windows and terraces.
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Each in their own secluded area, the lodges features an open-plan living room, a dining area, bedrooms and a bathroom, and they also come with outdoor seating so you can sit outside and check out the animals at an even closer proximity.
During your stay at the safari lodge, all your meals will be prepared by an onsite chef, and - of course - admission to the park itself is included in the offering.
Six of the lodges promise the perfect views of the park's elephants, Latabe, Five and Sutton, as they drink from their watering hole.
Meanwhile, two are in the cheetah territory, meaning the big cats could very well drop by to pay you a visit.
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The lodges were originally meant to be available in the summer of this year, but the coronavirus pandemic delayed their grand opening until February 13th, 2021.
As exciting as sleeping alongside the animals might be, there are naturally going to be some who question the ethics of safari parks.
However, on its website, the park promises it exists "to facilitate and initiate research that contributes to species conservation and the welfare of animals in our care."
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WMSP donates part of its profits to conservation charities which help conserve animals in their native habitats, and participate in captive breeding programmes to help increase the number of species which are threatened in the wild.
Plus, every year it runs six campaigns to help conservation organisations, previously pulling together as much as £16,000 for the wild relatives of the animals in their care.
Chris Kelly, Managing Director at West Midland Safari Park, said: "It's been a long wait but we are delighted to finally be at this stage. I'm incredibly proud of what we have achieved, in delivering beautiful accommodation to offer guests the opportunity to stay onsite for the first time, but also in upgrading stimulating and enriching environments for the wonderful animals we have in our care."
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"Our lodges are going to offer a special and unforgettable Safari-stay right here in the Midlands.
"Guests will be able to get closer than ever before to our wildlife and make friends with their animal neighbours. Being located on our reserves, guests will also have the chance to spot some of our other species and experience all the great attractions we have to offer, making it the perfect retreat for all the family
If you want to book yourself a lodge, prices will start from £171 for an adult and £147 for a child child per night, and you can book here.