Unusual accommodations
Sleeping closer to the sky
Domes, timber cabins, canvas yurts and secluded lodges invite a slower kind of night. This guide looks at how each structure meets its landscape, and what that means for the traveller who wants stillness without sacrificing care for the place.
Bubbles and domes
Transparent domes under open skies
Transparent domes and skyward spheres let guests watch the stars from bed. Their low footprint on the ground and their curved glass keep the view open while the surrounding meadow stays largely untouched.
Cabins in the canopy
Timber cabins among mature trees
Canopy treehouses and timber cabins place guests among mature forest canopies. Wood, shade and birdsong set the rhythm of the day, and the structures are built to sit lightly among the trunks.
Yurts and lodges
Canvas yurts and low-impact lodges
Traditional canvas yurts and eco-lodges emphasise low-impact construction and regional warmth. Their materials are chosen for durability and repair, and their interiors reflect the local landscape they stand in.
Before you go
Planning an off-grid night
Step 01
Choose the season
Temperatures in open structures can drop sharply after dusk. Check the expected conditions for your dates before choosing a dome, yurt or cabin.
Step 02
Plan for the temperature
Bring layers and warm bedding. Glass domes gain heat in daylight and lose it quickly at night, so plan for both extremes.
Step 03
Respect the land
Keep to marked paths, carry out what you bring in, and leave the meadow and forest floor as you found them.