Two utterly unique A-frame cabins with gorgeous interiors, alfresco baths and endless views (each sleeps 2)
Space & setting.
A derelict farm that hadn’t been lived on for 15 years might not sound like the setting of a love story, but the owners of these extraordinary cabins fell head over heels with the views here, and thus embarked on a thoughtful regenerative project. They rewilded 12 acres of former pasture land, then immersed their handbuilt cabins in a wildflower meadow, with alfresco tubs perfectly placed to soak up those sweeping panoramas.
Inspired by the lakeside structures found in America, with a minimalist Scandi influence on the interiors, the unique A-frame design is cosy, intimate and romantic. There’s a giant mezzanine-level bed, organic cotton sheets and everything you could need for a lazy stay: local coffee, firepits, total peace. But if you can drag yourself away, adventures on the North Yorkshire Moors beckon: hiking, swimming, mountain biking and more.
Getting here: you’ll need to drive
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Sustainability.
“We’ve planted hundreds of native trees, and allowed acres of land to rewild, which has expanded the natural habitats of numerous species, including bats, badgers and buzzards. Since starting, we’ve seen a huge increase in wildlife, especially protected birds of prey. We now see barn owls hunting at dusk on a daily basis.”
Surrounds.
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North York Moors © Thomas Heaton -
North York Moors National Park © Mike Kipling
- From Whitby, walk along the golden stretch to Sandsend Beach and time it with low tide for rockpooling.
- Reward yourself with a slap-up lunch at The Fish Cottage: garlicky prawns, crab fritters, native oysters and fish tacos all score highly
- Runswick Bay is lovely too, a former fishing village with a long sandy beach, paddleboards to hire and wild seals if you’re lucky.
- Hire bikes to cycle through the Great Yorkshire Forest at Dalby, or hike across Great North York Moors National Park.
- Excellent restaurants are a short drive or taxi away. We’d recommend The Blacksmith Arms in Lastingham, and Michelin-starred The Star Inn in Harome. For the best cakes, head to Graze on the Green in Rosedale.
- Bridgerton fans will recognise the historic house of Castle Howard, where much of the Regency drama was filmed.
Specifics.
- Two adults-only A-Frame cabins on a 26-acre non-working farm
- Identical inside, each has:
- Underfloor heating
- Kingsize bed on a mezzanine
- Ensuite shower bathroom with Plum & Ashby toiletries and bathrobes
- Kitchen with induction hob and microwave oven
- Basic supplies
- Sofa area with Smart TV and binoculars; WiFi
- Decking with bistro dining furniture and sunken outdoor bath
- Firepit area
- Bikes to hire
- Sorry, no dogs
- The owners live on-site, available by phone
- Booking conditions: min 2 nights. Closed Jan-March 2023
- Remember to pack: wellies/walking shoes and beach towels
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