Ecocabin Review

We like:

The cosy lounge with wood-chip fire; the organic food deliveries

We don't like:

The nine-mile trek from the train station

SmartPlanet judgement:

As long as you aren't expecting Daylesford, this eco cabin does just what it says on the box, and we're impressed by the attention to detail. From organic cotton towels to energy-efficient appliances, this place has it covered.

It looks like a cross between a cricket pavilion and a Scandinavian lodge. In fact the Ecocabin, built out of wood, wool, reeds, lime and clay, is the inspired vision of the local owner and farmer's wife, Kate Grubb. Though it's small, there's everything you need for a week's self-catering: fully equipped kitchen, dining area, utility room (with large sink and washing machine), lounge and bathroom. But don't expect all the mod-cons -- there's no television, CD player, microwave or dishwasher, for example. Continue reading...