Stories

Read one of Kip’s latest stories sure to spark inspiration. From insider guides by our hideaway owners to recipes and design notes from our wonderful community, sit back and unwind as you scroll from one story to the next.

When it comes to holiday planning, the early bird has always caught the worm. And during a world pandemic with a serious lack of

Kip photographer Holly Farrier recently spent a weekend in North Devon shooting the gorgeous The Studio and Hut for a coffee-table book she’s producing.

Now that working from home has become the new norm, why not think about other places you could work from? Far more exciting ones

It’s been almost 10 years since I last ventured to East Sussex and and it was wonderful to rediscover some of its hidden independent

In these uncertain times, what we’re really craving post-lockdown is a hideaway in the middle of nowhere. No neighbours, no need for 2-metre rules.

Eight of our favourite corners providing some serious staycation inspiration, perfect for #armchairtravel and post-lockdown dreaming… St Ives Garden Studio A breathtaking fusion of

If you’re not already au fait with Frome, put it straight on your list to visit. This gorgeous little Somerset town is a buzz

When people say they’ve restored a dilapidated old property, it generally means they outsourced the actual graft to experts, but lent their clever eye

Going off-grid means different things to different people. It’s a phrase often used to reference somewhere remote and wild, where you’re unlikely to get

If you’re looking for breathtaking scenery without other people – let alone crowds – Wales’ Cambrian Mountains are your nirvana. Just 3 miles south

We never tire of the thrill of discovering a gorgeous UK beach. Particularly under-the-radar ones, or those of breathtaking natural beauty, like Cornwall’s Porthcurno

When I go away, I love to be able to walk to a pub. Whether it’s a quick 5-minute stroll away, or one you