“We moved to Greenlands 10 years ago to raise our family and build up our smallholding of sheep, pigs and chickens, along with our business, Wyldlands, a small award-winning cidery. Anson and I have both have a passion for growing our own food (with a very busy poly tunnel!) and living as sustainably as possible. The cabin was purchased in lockdown – it was an abandoned project on my neighbour’s farm. Whilst buying piglets for our woods, I stumbled across it, and bought that too! There was just a roof, basic floor and 4 walls, so the entire interior and design, windows, floor, insulation, and the exterior elements to make it what it is, all had to be done. And 3 years later, here it is!” Owners, Jules and Anson
She loves
“The setting. It is a perfect spot to just relax on the decking with a drink, looking out over the valley. There is also very little light pollution, meaning the stars at night are quite amazing.”
We love
The total immersion in and connection to nature — living amongst apple trees, showering outdoors, and chopping wood with an axe to make your own fires for cooking and keeping warm.
You may not love
Remote; you’ll need to drive to shops and restaurants, though you can walk to a pub (25 mins). The compost toilet is in a separate hut, and the shower is alfresco. Heating is via the woodburner. Sorry, no pets.
Sustainability.
A low-impact living cabin. Limited electricity for mobile phone charging and low useage (no kettles, fridges, toasters etc here). Rechargeable lighting where possible, and low-energy lighting where connected. The compost loo saves on water. Full recycling.
Surrounds.
- Wander around the orchard and surrounding wild wood, listening for amazing birdsong.
- Book a cider tour! You’ll learn all about the artisan making process, including pressing and storage, and can sample award-winning blends.
- Hike straight out onto Monarch’s Way, a historic 1000km footpath that passes the farm and winds all the way to the Jurassic Coast.
- Sea swim then sauna at Seatown beach (booking essential), followed by a pint or meal at The Anchor Inn (12 mins’ drive).
- There’s great coffee and delicious brunch options at Rise in West Bay, whose epic cliffs found fame in ITV’s Broadchurch (20 mins’ drive).
- Do a market trawl in Bridport on a Saturday – 20 mins’ drive. Great local produce and masses of antique stalls.
- Walk the South West Coast path from Lyme Regis to Seaton (or vice versa) – a magical ‘inland’ walk through Jurassic rainforest terrain. It’s a 3-hour walk and great fun to end up in Lyme for a slap-up meal at Tom’s or Lilac.
- Have dinner at Dorshi in Bridport: Asian-style dumplings and a great atmosphere.
- Visit Forde Abbey, a 900-year-old Abbey within 30 acres of award-winning gardens. There are spectacular floral displays throughout the year, including crocuses and snowdrops in February, and a swirl of 50,000 tulips in April.
Details.
- Romantic hut hidden in an orchard on a cider farm
- Off grid, heated by a woodburner
- Open-plan indoors with cabin bed
- Compost toilet with sink – positioned a polite distance from the hut
- Alfresco gas-powered hot shower; toiletries provided
- Balcony with table and chairs
- Covered outdoor kitchen with double gas rings, cool box with ice packs, cafetiere, basic supplies and 2 stools
- Firepit with grill for BBQs and outdoor seating
- Books, local maps, binoculars and games
- One child over 5 allowed if sharing with one adult
- Sorry, no pets
- Parking – note there is a short walk uphill through the woods to reach the cabin
- No WiFi or TV but 4G and good phone reception
- The owners live on-site, available by phone if you need them
- Walk to a pub (25 mins), drive to a farm shop (10 mins) or into Lyme Regis/Bridport (15 mins)
- Booking conditions: a 2-night minimum stay, check in on any day
- Remember to pack: warm clothes and a hot water bottle in winter; flipflops to pad out to the toilet and shower, beach towels, walking boots
30% deposit, with the balance due 7 days prior to stay.
Cancellations permitted 7 days + prior to stay, with deposit refunded minus a £30 processing fee.
No refunds if cancelled within 7 days of stay.
FAQs.
In 4pm / out 10am
If there is a gap in the calendar, the owner will accept a 1-night stay during the 30-15 days prior to arrival.
Totally private. The owners live on-site but the orchard is only accessible by a private entrance.
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